Mighty Wallet can handle it all

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Posted By RITA DEMONTIS, QMI AGENCY

Posted 4 months ago

a couple of shopping obervations I've made these last few weeks, starting with various sale staff and cashiers suffering through miserable moods of late. Just last Saturday I was taken aback by the sheer rudeness of a cashier at a popular sweet store my friend and I were shopping in. I realized the cashier was in no mood to be friendly, but, good grief, it was the day before Easter and we were in a store specializing in sweets. The lineup was long, granted, but no excuse for such a lack of civility. I thought it was me, but my girfriend bristled when we left the store.

And speaking of -- what's with the constant guilt trip whenever you ask for a plastic bag? Or when every single item you purchase -including eggs and tomatoes! -- get crammed into that one bag. These are not major requests, people, so listen up -- and lighten up!

Is it an envelope? A folded up map? Not really -- it's a wallet! The Mighty Wallet, a real conversation starter, created with tear-resistant, water-resistant, expandable and recyclable material. The Mighty Wallet is environmentally friendly and affordable, helping consumers save green while being green.

It's made from a single folded sheet of a super strong microfiber material called Tyvek, the same material found in express mail envelopes. The super thin folded design has no stitches and can instantly adjust to hold a lot of a little. It's lightweight and slender, includes 2 large pockets for cash and receipts, 2 interior pockets to hold credit cards and ID, and 2 quick access business cards on the outside for easy access while on the go. It's like giving your pocket its own personality.

-- THE MIGHTY WALLET comes in a wide range of urban designs including airmail, newsprint, comic book, grafitti, tattoo, cup and saucer, postcard and more. Perfect gift idea for Earth Day! Available at retailers across Canada for around $15. Check Thetategroup.comfor more info.

Getting married? Looking for the perfect wedding dress? Then clear your schedule this Sunday April 11 and head on out to the famous New Beginnings Charity, celebrating its 4th annual Wedding Bliss fundraiser. This is one honkin' event! It's your chance to not only pick up your ideal gown at astronomical savings, but participate in an awesome charitable event to help New Beginnings Charity that supports the mechanisms for women and children so that they can successfully transition out of poverty and into selfsufficienc

y. This event offers everything a bride's looking for -- including the ultimate gown. And there are plenty to choose from -- beautiful, designer gowns at unbelievable prices, with all proceeds going to the New Beginnings. This wedding event will also feature other exclusive vendors, from entertainment to décor specialists, photographers to planners and so much more. Along with top designer gowns in sizes 2 to 20 (some for as little as $99), you can purchase veils and other accessories plus there's a seamstress on site, along with entertainment, prizes, food and so much more. This is a small and exclusive wedding experience all for an excellent cause.

Tickets can be purchased online at $20 or at the door for $25 -- but, if you bring in a copy of this column, the entrance fee is only $15! Plus each bride gets a $150 gift bag full of goodies and savings. Gee at these prices, even if you've already purchased your dress -- buy another. Who says we're limited to just one dress for that special day! Hosted by WeDDings Jubilee.

-- FOURTH ANNUAL NEW BEGINNINGS WEDDING BLISS EVENT, Sun. April 11, Ramada Plaza Hotel, 300 Jarvis S. noon to 6 p.m. Weddingblisssale.com

Line up early for the famous Maholi Giant Bedding Warehouse Sale, Canadian manufacturers of high-end bedding and linens. This company specializes in the most beautiful bedding starting at 230 thread count and up. The spring warehouse offers savings from 25 to 75% off the retail on everything from sheet sets to duvet covers, pillow cases, shams, blankets and so much more. Luxury quality sheets sets starting at $40, pillow cases only $10 and all-natural pillows starting at $15. Plenty to choose from but shop early for best selection. Please note the sale dates carefully.

-- MAHOLI GIANT SPRING WAREHOUSE SALE, April 9-11 and April 16-18, 40 Hollinger Rd. (Eglinton and Bermondsey), 416 598-8965, Fridays, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Maholi.com

Parkhurst Knitwear is in the midst of its lovely spring outlet sale with deals for the whole family. But don't think it's just about winter clothing -- you can save up to 70% off on everything from sweaters to hats, tand tops to raincoats, and lots of fabulous accessories. Goods as little as $5. This is considered Parkhurst's biggest sale of the season, so head on out early. Sale's on until April 17.

-- PARKHURST KNITWEAR WAREHOUSE SALE, to April 17, 22 Research Rd. (south of Eglinton Ave. E. east side of Brentcliffe Rd.) Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. Sun, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parkhurst.ca.

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