Monthly Archives: July 2014

Announcing a Warm Welcome Home

Posted on July 28, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

  Shopping = Pineapples?  I was a little hesitant to offer this Smart Shopper Tip. But over time I have come to respect the pineapple as a real shopper’s treasure. Yep – I mean the pineapple you can buy in … Continue reading →

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Miracle Snacking on the Way to the Scale

Posted on July 22, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

I have been shopping for a weight loss miracle all my life.  And as a smart shopper you would think I would no longer throw money away for the latest book, video, or pill.  But there I go again, increasing … Continue reading →

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The Amazing Forgotten Gift

Posted on July 16, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

A Smart Shopper’s Secret Tip from “Anonymous.” Thank you “Anonymous” from the Shopping Gurus at Virginia Born and Bred.  We love your smart shopper tip! It’s surprising how many ideal places there are in a home to hang something that … Continue reading →

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Placemats for Dining Decor

Posted on July 8, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

A Virginia Born and Bred Shopping Guru Shares Her Secret Tip! I think placemats started with a cave woman I will call Cave Mother! I’m guessing that before tablecloths she used a giant leaf  to lay out the family’s meals.  … Continue reading →

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Sweets for the Sweet – Off Season

Posted on July 1, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

Hurrah for shopping in any season!  I love shopping! But, since when did big box stores decide to hurry up the seasons?   Why do I listen when they scream, “Buy Now for Back to School at the same time we … Continue reading →

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