How to Shop Until You Drop Without Leaving Your Chair

Internet shopping has become a way of life for many of us who would like to spend our time doing better things than shopping for necessities. Here are some ideas on how to be a successful, virtual shopper.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

1. Buy weekly groceries on line. If you have a service like Peapod or similar source, you can go on line and pick out everything that’s on sale, as well as buy your other grocery, hardware and toiletry items with ease. Some items may be more expensive, so be wary of this and go to a discount site that specializes in that product line.

2. Prescription drugs and other pharmaceuticals can be found at discount prices on line. This also includes pet products and drugs. Health meters, vitamins and supplements are readily available at places like Drugstore.com and can be much cheaper if bought on sale or with a free shipping deal.

3. Purchasing clothing on line is much easier than ever. Whether you prefer the LL Bean look or Clearwater Creek, fashion is only a click or two away. If you are unsure of a size or need more detail about a particular product, a call to their customer service line is one way to get questions answered. Often, retailers will have on line sales as well as free delivery offers.

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   Know that footwear is also readily available at discount prices. Google the brand you want and find special offers and discount stores. Specialty items like lingerie, hosiery and intimate apparel have numerous sources on the internet.

5. Consider that home goods, bedding and other linens are great items to order on line. I have gotten some of my best deals at sites for home products. I no longer shop for sheets, bedding or kitchen goods at stores on foot. I save gas, energy, time and most importantly, money, by shopping in the virtual world.

6. Be sure to Google discount coupons for all on line retailers and you can often get discounts and other offers you were not even aware of via mail catalogs. Always check these discount sites before finalizing any purchases.

Tips & Warnings

• Enjoy your on line experience, but rest your wrists often to avoid computer related injury. Take breaks to reduce eye strain and enjoy the shopping extravaganza on the web.
• There is always the risk of thievery when shopping. Someone could snatch your purse at the mall or steal your credit card number on line. Check your credit reports monthly to be safe. Be cautious about giving out any of your personal information if you are unfamiliar with a particular merchant.

[WendyRenee]

on 5/27/2008 I love shopping online. I'll have to look into ordering groceries online. It costs a fortune just to drive to the grocery store these days!!

[heybeckyyy]

on 4/7/2008 god, i LOVE internet shopping...it's just so easy. you can find so much more than you could if you went to the mall or something. i'm rather addicted to it though, so watch out. if you're like me and you keep it up for long you'll never leave your house to shop anywhere elseee.