Linens N Things had a sale. Among the tempting items were the Rival Digital Timer Crock-Pot for #30, and a Sharp Carousel Microwave Oven for $50.
We decided that we didn't need the Microwave Oven at this point, but the Crock-Pot was a steal at the price. Discounter Sam's Club, down the street, had the same item at $39.76.
While browsing the LNT Store, I came across a "Martha Stewart", by Salter, 11-lb capacity chromed kitchen scale, but it lacked an ingredient receptacle. After a little gentle bargaining, we got a further 25% off. I knew that I could replace the missing receptacle with a stainless steel bowl from my kitchen shelves.