We’re spending a lot of time this year buried in our nests trying to keep warm. What better way to accomplish that than with a fluffy light but toasty warm duvet. And I know where you can buy one at a great price too.

Ungava Duvet is located in the heart of downtown in a building right off the Main, selling well-made high quality duvets at low prices. They do special constructions, create made-to-measure sizes (even for cribs),  feather beds (or hypo-allergenic ones) and can even restuff your old duvet.

Better quality futons (1.5 cu. ft. density foam) are made here too, as well as futon covers, bases and bolsters.

You can buy pillows (goose down, feather, wool, silk) or wool mattress covers, and even silk duvets. Egyptian cotton sheets (600 thread count), bamboo sheets and silk bedding are sold, and ready made curtains too. This is the place to go to for lots of choices of duvet covers.

Since this is a family-owned company, they really care about their customers and what they sell – and provide expert service.  And they’re doing something right, since all those customers keep coming back year after year, since 1981.

Location: 10 Pine St. W. suite 112, Montréal H2W 1P9
corner: boul. St-Laurent
Tel: 514-287-9276 or  1-800-363-3533
Hours: Mon-Wed 10-6, Thurs & Fri 10-8, Sat 10-5
http://www.duvetsungava.com/
info@duvetsungava.com

Q1 – Can I just expect to be able to just return a gift?A purchase is like a contract you have made with a store. You decided to buy it at the price they offered. The contract is completed and you are both satisfied. No returns are considered. If they choose to change the terms, it is solely up to each business and not a consumer law. Don’t assume when you buy something you can just return it.

Q2- So they don’t have to take it back?

Right. They can choose to offer an exchange policy, a store refund, a one week or one month return allowance or none at all, a final sale

Q3 – How can the customer know this? Are there any rules that a store must follow for returns policies?

– Posting return rules near the cash register or stamp the policy on receipt itself
– Ask at the store what the policy is. Often after Christmas, there’s more leniency and some stores even have a stamp which can allow you to return months later if you are an early shopper.

Q4 – What if it’s broken?
A defective product has to be returned to the manufacturer and it depends on the retailer’s policy and it is up to you to find out if you or they have to do this.

Q5 – Any other important suggestions?
Be pleasant, not rude or super aggressive if you want someone to help you. Make sure you are talking to the person that has the authority to remedy the situation

Nova West Island runs Thrift Shops for NOVA which is having a half price sale at their 4 locations this weekend. The shops fund their charitable foundation which offers home palliative care and cancer support groups and runs 2 adult day centers for the elderly, all without government funding.

The 4 stores help raise money for their great cause. You can scoop up second-hand clothing for the family nicely hung on racks, or look for shoes, purses and hats. “Green” shopping by recycling is a planet saving idea: there’s home knick-knacks, china, glassware, jewellery,and books. The sale even includes furniture at the Beaconsfield store.

Locations: (biggest) 43 Ste-Anne, St-Anne-de-Bellevue (514-457-1642); 2750 boul. St-Charles, Kirkland (514-697-6692); furniture (and knickknacks), 449 boul. Beaconsfield, Beachonsfield (514-694-8417) (books only); 321 Plaza Pointe Claire, Pointe-Claire (514-694-8417)
Hours: Dec 8 & 9: 10-4
www.thriftshopsfornova.com
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Smart Shoppers are going to want to get into the Christmas spirit early this year and take advantage of the amazing opportunity to save money on Christmas decor BEFORE Christmas. The deals are up to 80% less on all sorts of Christmas decorations.

The drastically reduced merchandise on holiday home decor and tabletop decorations, ornaments, wreaths, toy items, Christmas cards, festive crackers, gift wrap and candles. You will be delighted with the assortment offered here and with prices this low, the cache won’t last long.

There is plenty of parking and Visa/MasterCard/Interac and cash payments are accepted.

Location: 1695,  55th ave, Dorval H9P 2W3
corner: rue Guthrie/Fairway
Dates: Nov 29, Nov 30 & Dec 1
Times: Thurs & Fri 10-5, Sat 10-4
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Decorating with beautiful patterns of wallpaper has become so fashionable again. It’s really hard to find stores that still sell it. Empire Wallpaper and Paint has beautiful new collections in stock; This shop has been the one-stop shop for all your interior decorating needs for over 50 years.

If you are planning to spruce up your home for the holidays, this would be a good time to tackle a wallpaper project. They have so many options: Arthouse frosted wood wallpaper, funky 3D circle wallpaper, modern vibe brick effect wallpaper, crushed foil crystal effect vinyl wallpaper, embossed wallpaper, fine decor fractal marblesque geometric wallpaper and so on.

Even if you are on a tight budget, you can peruse their 2 for 1 wallpaper section with a lot of new patterns as low as $9.99. To all arts & crafts aficionados, they have many wallpaper and fabric books to give away.

Whether you are looking for the newest design trends, some paint to fix up a room or blinds to decorate your windows, they have it all – with prices that can fit any budget. Empire has a huge selection of wallpaper catalogs from around the world.  Their  in stock merchandise ranges from vintage European designs to the cozy cottage favorites, so there’s something for everyone. This is a very welcoming store and their friendly and in-house designer staff are always happy to answer any questions.

Wallpaper brands: Arte, Candice Olsen, Carl Robinson, Casadeco, Caselio, Cole & Son, Eijffinger, Elitis, Hohenberger, Joanne Fabrics, Kenneth James, Omexco, Ralph Lauren, Ronald Redding, Sanderson UK, Thibaut, Tres Tintas, Zoffany

Blinds: Applause honeycomb shades, Design Studio Roman shades, Designer roller shades and screen shades, Duette Architella honeycomb shades, Hunter Douglas Blind Collection, Luminette Modern Draperies and privacy Sheers, Nantucket window shadings, Natural Elements blinds, Parkland Genuine wood blinds, Pirouette window shadings, Provenance woven wood vertical drapery and woven wood shades, Reveal with MagnaView,

Follow their facebook page for other upcoming promotions for the Holidays.

For a holiday re-do in your home, window treatments really make a big splash. Right now for Black Friday weekend Verti Store two promotions going, Vantage Horizontals – Faux wood and wood Buy 2 get 1 Free, and on Alternative Shades by Vantage Nambieau – Buy 2 get 1 Free.

With the holidays just around the corner, here’s your chance to impress you guests without breaking the bank. Freshen up the beds with new sheets and get some new towels while you’re at it. For serving, there’s placemats or tablecloths and dishcloths for washing up. Liquideco has great prices on those as well as mattress covers (3 types), pillow protectors, shower curtains, rugs, bath rug sets, etc.

With up to 80% off discounts direct from the manufacturer’s specials include: bed-in-a-bag which includes the comforter, pillow cover(s), and bed sheet set: $40 for twin, $50 Queen, $60 King, blackout curtains $25, pillow protectors 2/$12, comforter sets $22+, and kitchen accessories starting at a buck.

For Black Friday they are offering an additional discount of 15% when you purchase a minimum of $25.  Don’t forget to fill in the form below and deposit at the cash register for a chance to win $50 in merchandise – the draw in on Monday,  Nov 26th.

Cash only. All taxes are included in the prices. Free parking available.

Location: 8566 Boul. Pie-IX – Click for map 
corner: Boul. Robert
Dates: Nov 23, Nov 24
Times: Fri 10-6, Sat 8-3
www.liquideco.com

Vinyl has made a comeback so this vinyl mecca serves a new demographic. Record specialists who really know the music are there to help you with whatever genre you are looking for. The racks are full of an assortment of new and used vinyl, rare-vinyls, and worthy gems.

Amongst the selection of rock, jazz, soul, pop, alternative, electro, hip hop, jazz, country, reggae, soundtrack, vocal, movie stars, and of course, French, you are sure to find something to get your toes tapping.

Don’t miss the little back room – it’s a great place to score a deal.

Whether you’re a serious vinyl junkie or casual collector perusing LPs, shopping at Beatnick Records will remind you why in-person music browsing will always have a place in our online-shopping culture. Discovering that rare LP, and taking it right home to listen to is a thrill.

You can also shop on-line on their website; Inventory can be easily searched by genre or artist and they ship records worldwide.

Location: 3770 St-Denis St., Montreal H2W 2M1 / Google Map: http://bit.ly/29IuFwf
corner: Ave du Pins
Tel: 514-842-0664
Hours: Sun, Mon-Wed & Sat 11-6, Thurs & Fri 11-9
Metro Stop: Station Sherbrooke
www.beatnickmusic.com
E-mail: beatnickmusic1@yahoo.com

This is the One Stop Shop for wholesale bed sheets, pillows, comforters, towels, placemats, dishcloths, tablecloths, mattress covers (3 types), pillow protectors, curtains, rugs, bath sets and the best way to update your household at super affordable prices.

With up to 80% off discounts direct from the manufacturer’s specials include: Bed in a Bag which includes the comforter, pillow cover(s), and bed sheet set: $40 for twin, $50 Queen, $60 King, blackout curtains $25, pillow protectors  2/$12, comforter sets $22+, and kitchen accessories starting at a buck.

Print and clip the coupon in this week’s flyer to save an additional 15% with every purchase over $50. Don’t forget to fill in the form below and deposit at the cash register for a chance to win $50 in merchandise – the draw in on Oct 22nd..

Cash only. All taxes are included in the prices. Free parking available.

Location: 8566 Boul. Pie-IX – Click for map 
corner: Boul. Robert
Dates: Oct 19 & Oct 20
Times: Fri 10-6, Sat 8-3
www.liquideco.com

This is the right time to take advantage of Liquideco’s savings.  Liquideco has great prices on towels, placemats, dishcloths, tablecloths, mattress covers (3 types), pillow protectors, shower curtains, rugs, bath rug sets, etc.

This month’s well-priced deals: Bed in a Bag Sets $40 Twin $50 Queen and $60 King, Mattress and pillow covers $6 -$16, blackout curtains $25, assorted curtains $5, assorted decorative pillows starting at $3, and assorted bathroom accessories starting at $4.

Head to their warehouse sale in the east end and save up to 80%. It will only be held for 2 days, so at these prices, make sure to stock up on extras for the household.

Look below at this week’s flyer and hand in the coupon below to save an additional 15% with every purchase over $50.

Cash only. All taxes are included in the prices. Free parking available.

Location: 8566 Boul. Pie-IX – Click for map 
corner: Boul. Robert
Dates: Sept 28 & 29
Times: Fri 10-6, Sat 8-3
www.liquideco.com