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Frette Online Outlet open
Frette's periodically appearing Online Outlet is now up, with discounts of up to 75 percent on luxury bedding, bath goods, sleepwear, and more. Bed sets that were $550 are now $138; long shawl collar velour bathrobes that sold for $275 are now $69. The outlet "closes" next Friday. www.frette.com 
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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
Here's an incentive to head to downtown Waltham on a Tuesday: The Embassy Cinema offers $6-tickets, and accessories and gift store Gourmet Pottery runs a 10 percent discount (all day). The shop’s heartfelt and whimsical selection includes fair trade serving ware and jewelry; decorative tiles and candles; hand-knit baby clothing; novelty items and greeting cards; and, of course, pottery. The store is at 365 Moody St., Waltham, 781-642-1212.
From the Bargain Bin Community
Do you have a shopping tip? Do you know of a great bargain in stores or online? Share your opinion and tips in our readers' shopping forum. If Ami likes your tip, it could be featured on the front page of her blog!
