Today is Free Shipping Day, another made-up phony-baloney event.
Golly, it’s not like it’s Black Friday, a REAL holiday.
But, hey, there’s something in it for you.
Simply head to your favorite online retailer. Think Land’s End, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Neiman Marcus. Shop away. Then hit the send button.
Your goodies will arrive in time for Santa to place them under the tree. For free.
The frost is not on the pumpkin. In fact, the pumpkin isn’t even ripe yet.
But autumnal decorating ideas are sprouting at Pottery Barn, the retailer who wants to sell you just about everything you need to furnish, accessorize and stock your nest.
Stores are offering free classes on fluffing your home for fall using such seasonal accessories as pumpkins formed from rustic ceramic or shimmering mercury glass and colorful wreaths and garlands crafted from faux leaves. No raking required.
Class is in session at 10 a.m. Aug. 19 at a Pottery Barn near you. Busy that Sunday? The class also will be held on Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. Call your local store to reserve a space.
In addition to design tips, attendees will get a 10% discount on selected merchandise.
Upcoming events include: Make Over Your Living Room (Sept. 23) and How to Entertain With Style (Oct. 21).