Shopping

When is the best (and worst) time to buy shoes or footwear

Hari Raya, Shopping

In this article, I would share my thoughts on the best time in the year to buy shoes, sandals and footwear, especially if we are buying from more expensive brands for the quality, comfort and durability of the shoes. Times has also changed as many retailers have brought their business to online platforms and is [...]

Where to buy Raya items like decos, curtains, baking supplies, etc

Hari Raya, Shopping

Puasa would be starting soon and Raya celebrants would be busy preparing for the Hari Raya celebrations. This year would be a much quieter celebration. Nevertheless preparations still need to go on. Sales would be happening and everyone would be on sale so Malaysians from all walks of life would be able to take advantage [...]

Customized Steel Wall Plates (Galaxy Gift)

Creative, Shopping
Galaxy Gift- steel wall plates

While in One Utama, I came across this unique shop that sells customized steel wall plates called Galaxy Gift. Because creative ideas always inspired me, I went into the shop to have a look: It is quite interesting because they would supply rectangular wall plates of various colour combinations. You then choose the font type, [...]

BookXcess – books and craft kits at great discounts

Creative, Shopping

BookXcess sells many contemporary and sometimes unusual titles with a deep discount. All the books sold there are brand new and the discount is quite unbelievable. I love to read non fiction books mainly on genres of health, self improvement and crafting. No doubt, you can now find a lot of information online for free [...]

Computer light, mouse pad and LED lights from MrDIY

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Computer light and mouse pad

When MrDIY started offering computer accessories, I was very interested because the pricing of the item is lower compared to normal computer accessories shop. This was back in 2017 when I suddenly find myself being a caregiver for my mom. Pricing is a factor and I was also looking into making my home more elderly [...]

Amcorp Mall Weekend Flea Market and Bazaar

Selangor, Shopping

Usually most of the major shopping malls are crowded during weekends. Amcorp Mall is one of the quieter shopping malls around Klang Valley that is suitable for those who dislike crowded places is looking for something different than the usual boutique brands. During weekends, you can visit the weekend bazaar there where there are temporary [...]

University Bookstore selling text books for college and university

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University bookstore in Petaling Jaya

When I studied in university, our textbooks and revision books are mostly in English language. These are important books and different lecturers would require different text books to be used for each semester. Even when I was in pre university, I remember my physics tuition teacher taught us physics using the first year books on [...]

Inexpensive sales books at Amcorp Mall Flea Market

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book seller at Amcorp mall flea market

If you are an aspiring salesperson, you can pick up inexpensive sales books from a particular stall on Sunday at the Amcorp Mall flea market. He used to sell on weekends but during my recent trip, he informed me that he is now selling only on Sundays. Usually he is located at level 1 (but [...]

Buying everyday items via Speedmart vs Hypermarket

Shopping

In the past, I used to go to hypermarket once a week or every two weeks to shop for grocery items. However, it has been months since I last been to any hypermarkets. Nowadays I buy most of my groceries from 99 Speedmart. I have written a previous article on Why I enjoy buying things from [...]