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Ami Albernaz began freelancing for the Globe in 2004. She started bargain-hunting at an early age, accompanying her mother to second-hand stores and yard sales near Westport, MA, where she grew up. When she's not perusing stores, Ami can often be found scouting out budget eateries in and around the city, particularly near her current abode in East Boston.
Do you have a bargain or shopping tip for Ami? E-mail your tips to bargainbin@globe.com.
Side Deals
Deal of the Week
Alex and Ani is offering $5 off many of the bangles in its Major League Baseball collection (normally $32) online through June 30th. Along with jewelry representing the home team, find pieces suitable for fans of the Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, St. Louis Cardinals, and others. Use the promo code SUMMER13. Alex and Ani is at 115 Newbury St., Boston, 617-421-0777.
links we like
Eversave Boston
Group-buying site with deals on restaurants, salons, gym memberships, and more, with a small portion of proceeds from some deals going to charity.
Buy With Me
Buy in groups to score big savings from local stores, salons, and more.
FollowSales.com
Get continuous updates on sale items from major brick-and-mortar and online stores. Track specific items you're interested in.
Shop It To Me
Get clothing and accessory recommendations, in your favorite brands, delivered to your inbox.
Living Social
Another group-buying site with good deals on restaurants, shops, spas, and more.
Covet
Fun little site that appraises your style with the help of celebrities, then sends you deals.
Tra Tutti
Online consignment with a charitable twist.
thredUP
Send off duds you no longer wear and get something "new" in return through this online clothing exchange.