Editor's Introduction

How to Use This Book

How to Read the Listings

Animals and Pets

Supplies and equipment for livestock, horses, dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles, birds, and fish

Prscription and over-the-counter health products

Pet doors

Pumane animal traps

Pquestrian clothing and gear

Art, Antiques, and Collectibles

Fine art

Limited editions

Antique

Americana and militaria collectibles

Popular culture memorabilia

Auto, Marine, and Aviation

Tires and parts for cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, tractors, snowmobiles, riding mowers, etc

Supplies and equipment for marine and air craft

Auto brokerage services

Books, Audiobooks, and Periodicals

New and used fiction, nonfiction, reference, fine art, how-to, and children's books

Books on tape

Magazine subscription discounters

Cameras, Photographic Equipment/Services, and Optics

Cameras, darkroom equipment, photo supplies, film- and slide-processing services, digital imaging services, binoculars, telescopes, and other optics

Clothing

Dress and casual attire for women and men

Unisex outerwear and work clothing

Designer apparel and accessories

New and vintage wedding growns

Army surplus

Dance wear

Fancy and everyday hats

Babies and Children---diapering and baby supplies

Clothing and accessories for infants and children

School uniforms

Footwear---men's and women's shoes, boots, and sheepskin moccasins

Intimate apparel---undergarments and hosiery for women, men, and children

Men's business attire---traditional shirts, suits, shoes, and accessories

Crafts and Hobbies

Craft and hobby tools and supplies for general crafts including tole, basketry and caning, clock-making, doll-making, glass-crafting, floral and potpourri, embossing, and woodworking

Cramics---materials and equipment for pottery, sculpture, and other ceramic crafts

Jewelry-making---beads, stones, gems, findings, and supplies for making fine and craft jewelry

Textil Arts---material and equipment for sewing, spinning, knitting, weaving, quilting, needlework, and other textile arts and crafts

Fine Art Supplies

Art supplies and equipment for drawing, painting, etching, lithography, and other fine arts

Graphic arts supplies

Studio furniture

Food and Beverages

Bull foods

Health, ethnic, and gourmet foods

Cheese-making supplies

Coffee and tea

Beer- and wine-making supplies

Spices, Condiments, and Flavorings---bulk herbs and spices

International condiments

Flavoring oils and extracts

Garden, Farm, and Lawn

Seeds, bulbs, live plants, supplies, tools, and equipment for vegetable and flower gardening, small-scale farms and nurseries, beekeeping, and land- and waterscaping

General Merchandise and Good Deals

Surplus goods

Online auctions and garage sales

Great values on a wide range of products---household and supermarket goods, gadgets, nonelectric appliances, cloth products, and more

Internet Malls---virtual malls for savvy web shoppers

Health, Beauty, and Fitness

Eye Care and Eyewear---contact lenses, prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses, eyeglass frames, and contact-lens supplies

Fitness and Exercise---home and professional aerobic, resistance, and weight-lifting equipment and related supplies

Medications and Vitamins---prescription and over-the-counter drugs and medications

Chines herbs and alternative medicines and treatments

Vitamin and mineral health supplements

Personal Care and Beauty---products for skin and hair care

Cosmetics

Wigs

Appliances and TVs-refrigerators, stoves, microwaves, dishwashers, washers and dryers, small kitchen appliances, vacuum cleaners, sewing machines, televisions, air conditioners, etc.

Bed, Bath, and Table Textiles---sheets, bedspreads, and other bedding

Towels, shower curtains, and bathmats

Table lines

Bedroom and bathroom accessories

Building, Renovation, and Upkeep---materials and supplies for designing, constructing, improving, maintaining, and cleaning your home

Flooring-hardwood flooring, new and antique Oriental rugs, area rugs, carpeting, vinyl floor coverings, padding, underlays, and tiles

Furnishings---classic, contemporary, reproduction Victorian, Danish, Adirondack, hand-crafted, high-tech Plexiglas, and wicker furniture for your living room, bedroom, dining room, study, and patio

Accessories and decor such as radiator enclosures, steerhides, custom-made table pads, and wooden baskets

Kitchen Equipment---small kitchen appliances and gadgets, pots and pans, chef's knives and cooking utensils, restaurant-grade supplies, gourmet cooking and baking accessories

Lighting---indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, crystal chandeliers, lamps of every kind, lamp shades

Tableware-new and estate china, stemware, stainless and silver flatware, hollowware, and giftware

Wall and Window Treatments, Decorator Fabrics---wallpaper, wall stencils, curtains, shades, blinds, and window accessories

Upholstery, drapery, and other interior-decorating fabric

Luggage and Leather Goods

Luggage, briefcases, attache cases, computer bags, handbags, backpacks, etc

Leather by the piece and leather-crafting tools and supplies

Luxuries

Caviar, truffles, foie gras, and other exotic foods

Diamonds, investment-grade jewels, wedding rings, and jewelry

Perfumes and fragrances

Fresh-cut flowers

Faux furs

Cigars

Music, Audio, and Video

Audiocassettes, CDs, LPs, and Video---music, instructional, and entertainment recordings of all types

Home Audio and Video Equipment---stereo and speaker systems, CD players, radios, VCRs, camcorders, home entertainment systems

Musical Instruments, Accessories, and Sound Equipment-new and used musical instruments and musician supplies

Sheet music

Professional sound and recording equipment for stage, recording studio, and deejay

Office, Business, and Professional

Computer Hardware and Software-PC and Macintosh computers and peripherals

Businss software

Computer games

Computer supplies and accessories

Office Furnishings-desks, ergonomic chairs, safes, shelving, workstations, computer furniture

Furnishings for reception rooms, storerooms, hospitals, churches, schools, and day-care facilities

Office Supplies and Machines---general office supplies

Faxes, copiers, shredders, and other office machines

Presentations services and materials

Shipping materials

Printing and Stationery---stationery, invitations, letterhead, logo design, check printing, business cards, bills of lading, invoices, and other custom printing services

Uniforms and Promotional Products---uniforms, workwear, and footwear for the medical, food-service, and other industries

Imprintable clothing and miscellaneous goods for promotional purposes and corporate gifts

Special Needs

Clothing, tools, gadgets, and home and office aids for children and adults with special physical or medical needs, including products for people with post-operative conditions, limited mobility, the elderly, left-handed, allergy-sensitive, ample-sized, and visually impaired

Sports and Recreation

Clothing, footwear, and equipment for all kinds of indoor and outdoor, individual and team sports

Camping, Hunting, and Survival---clothing and gear for camping, hiking, rugged outdoor activities, hunting, and survival

Tools, Hardware, and Shop Machines

Hand and power tools, hardware, and heavy machines and equipment for hobbyists, do-it-yourselfers, mechanics, electricians, plumbers, professional shopworkers, and woodsmen

Toys, Games, and Party Supplies

Toys and games for children of all ages

Bridge supplies

Themed and coordinated party favors, balloons, pinatas, and catering supplies and decorations

Gift wrap, festive packaging, and holiday decor

Travel

Travel and vacation companies of all kinds geared toward luxury, adventure, personal or community enrichment, education, or extreme frugality

Smart moving options

The Gift Guide

A highly selective list of fun, creative, quirky, useful, and interesting gifts---most under $40---for children, hostesses, best friends, siblings, significant others, parents, and everyone else

A Guide to Buying by Mail

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