the yogadeal:  kombucha brooklyn is serving up a delicous 30% off their diy kit, with a little extra flair for v-day.  for $28 you get some sweet, sweet (and tangy) flavorings to spice things up.  don't have a valentine?  celebrate your health, go on, you're aloud to love your own body. shop kombuchabrooklyn.com for the goods.

the yogadeal:  for $25, this fancy hoodie is definitely worth a looksee and the site also deserves regular 'window' shopping if ymx keeps this act up (and i hope they do).

these come in grey/black and are described a plush (not quite sure what that means...).

on sale for $26.60 from shopstyle.com (reg. $38.00)

although super cute, this site only sells the pattern, but maybe it's worth a try. how many knitted hats do you really need anyway?

get the pattern for $7.50 and making knitting your post yoga class meditation.

ok, maybe i was saving the best bargain for last.  this shimmery pair is available at dsw.com and they're made by jessica simpson (i know, i was pleasantly surprised too!).

 on sale for $9.95 at dsw.com (reg. $12.00).

here are a couple options on the cheap that you can also cozy up with if you are practicing couchasana:

theyogawarehouse.com offers a variety of blanket options, with their 'standard yoga blanket' on sale for $11.95.

rollingsandharmony.com has 'mat size mexican yoga blankets' on sale for $8.78, oley!

i haven't tested these blankets out, so just keep in mind that you might have to double up if you're using these for props, but if you're just looking for some warmth, these budget friendly blankies are a safe bet.

*le sigh* 

during this time, i can gaurantee i'll be in hibernation mode - moving less, which usually means less yoga (because I don't want to go outside to get to the studio and teacher or not, i'm less motivated to kick my own 'asana' into gear). 

luckily, the nice folks over at gaiamtv.com asked me to test out their new monthly subscription program! 

*the potential for not becoming a couch potato in the winter of 2011/2012 does exist!*

instead of repeatinig the same yoga dvd at home, i was able to try out a bunch of different teachers and even explore some yoga-related topics (which made me feel less bad about vegging on my couch), like ayurveda.

one of my favorite teachers on their roster has to be kathryn budig, and she has a variety of videos that range from a quick 5-minuter to a 45 minute sweaty sequence.  other categories that i found myself exploring included metaphysica and spirituality.

plus, you can stream these videos from your computer, your ipad or iphone/ipod (via a free app). the android and tv streaming options are coming soon.  i tried it on my laptop and my ipod and both worked great! so you can take them on the road with you - all you need is the internet and gaiam tv is at your fingertips.

the yogadeal: at just $9.95 a month, with no contracts, you get a full month of unlimited yoga on gaiamtv.com, which ends up being cheaper than most yoga classes in nyc.  i consider it a great solution if you still need to gift someone, or are gearing up for an agressive new year's resolution. the no contract part is huge for me since i can opt in and out on a monthly basis depending on how cold it is outside or if i have a lot of travel plans on the horizon.  and if you still need a better reason to try it out, click here for a free 10 day trial.

What do ‘yoga’ and ‘aloha’ have in common?  They both have many meanings, to many people. One of them being a ‘way of life.’ YDs universally try their best to live yogically, tapping into their eight limbs, and Hawaiians, use ‘aloha’ as a mantra for daily living that’s full of respect and love.  Now that you have a new found piece of YD-worthy trivia under your belt, check out a perfect and perhaps unexpected gift for jewelry junkie YDs who may have already maxed out on their OM bling.

Kahili Creations, a jewelry line by Hawaii-based yogis (yes, you can be jealous with us – living the yoga in paradise is a touch envious in our book blog), that is not only affordable but very giftable.  Each piece is hand crafted by the owner, Marcia, in her home studio on the Big Island.

The Kahili Creations YD Deal: Say hello to 20% off “Aloha” necklaces, now through Friday, 12/16/2011, and support a small business at the same time; enter YD20OFF at checkout. (regular price $42.00-$52.00; YD Deal price $33.60 – $41.60)



here's the latest exclusive yoga deal on yogadork.com:

YD Deals, where Jenn, the yogadealer, helps you save your yoga dough one penny at a time.

What’s a comfy, eco-friendly T-shirt with an upbeat, yoga-inspired design?  Perfection. Unless you’re a nudist, t-shirts are a go-to staple in every YD’s daily attire – even if you’re a ‘suit’ during the day.  When it comes to your practice, comfortable attire that you can get away with wearing in public (as in among the civilian population before and after class) is key, because yoga mats are already heavy enough – who really wants to tote an entirely separate wardrobe around too?

Karma Warrior Clothes gets it.  Karma Warrior let you wear your yoga on your sleeve, so that you can live the yoga off the mat – sans the spandex.  Plus, 12% of every purchase goes to the charity of your choice (you have the option of choosing one of six Karma Causes when you checkout).

The Karma Warrior YD Deal: Get free shipping on any order when you enter the YD code: DORKNESS at checkout, plus get yourself (or someone on that holiday list of yours) a Free Organic Cotton Tote [retail value $16] with any order over $25. (Offer expires 12/12/2011, so get a move on it!)

For additional YD Deal savings, their Ayurvedic T-shirts (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) are 20% off until 12/11/2011.



little gifts that say ‘yoga dork’ by yogadealer Jenn:

for the yoga foodie:

yoga-ing poetic – someone naughty on your list definitely has or has had the raunchy edition of magnetic poetry. enter the perfect replacement. magnetic poetry yoga kit, so much more meaningful,

inspiring and well, tasteful. ($10)

the cookie sutras – the secret lives of gingerbread people show how to keep love alive and fresh. ($8.95)

for little yogis:
meet the benders, yoga jane and yoga joe – these bendy friends definitely give good ol’ gumby a run for his money. fun for yogi-kids of all ages. ($7.95)

for happiness-deprived yogis:
pocket-sized happy help – help occupy happiness during these trying times, it’s amazing what a smile can do to warm someone’s heart. try this ‘little book to help you life a happy life’ ($6.41)

for beauty junkies/yogis (hey, aren’t we all slashies?): organic skincare to-go – jack had beans, modern day yogis carry a lot more in their bags. for complexion perfection on the go, pamper someone with the sprout skincare travel kit ($50.00 for the set; $10 per travel size product)

for sweaty yogis (bikram-addicts):
birdbath in a wipe – no matter how sweaty the mat, come out of class smelling like roses with a handy travel pouch. (3 pack for $21)

for vegan yogis:
snakaroons – everyone likes a sweet treat, and if it’s raw and vegan it leave less guilt without slacking on the indulgence end. choose among these flavor combos: goji, cocoa & maca; banana & coconut; pineapple macadamia ($8.99)

have a yoga deal?  tweet me or comment below to share the savings!