Ace in the garden
The highly anticipated “Dirt Cheap” sale at participating Ace Hardware stores takes place April 22-28 with discounts on gardening and spring planting gear. April 26 is the best day to save on dirt with a 1-cubic-foot bag of topsoil for 99 cents — visit the website for the required coupon. There is a limit of five bags (all additional bags are $1.49). Visit the website for details.
Set sale
Discounted items from well-known retailers and boutiques along with one-of-a-kind fashions from local designers are included in Frock Shop’s third annual Spring Sale on April 26 — so popular it’s been moved to a new location. Shoppers will find “swimsuits to sweaters to children’s clothing” in a range of sizes, and save 50 to 80 percent on designs by Mona Lucero, Maggie Burns, AnnaFesta, Gabriela Designs and more. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Second Story at Denver Book Binding, 1401 W. 47th Ave.,
Downhill designs
Folsom Custom Skis is hosting its Semi Custom Sale offering more than 30 percent off its skis. Folsom only creates a limited number of skis during the summer months. Designers work with clients and offer various levels of customizations based on your skill. They will meet with you, watch video and talk to your coach or instructor. Skis are guaranteed delivered by Oct. 1. Appointments recommended. 7100 Broadway, Building 1, Units K and L, 303-248-2418,
Free days this week
April 22: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., April 26: Denver Museum of Nature & Science,
April 27: Clyfford Still Museum, ; Denver Art Museum,
Each Monday, “Sale Insider” gives shoppers the inside scoop on discounts and bargain events. Preference is given to retailers and events that have not been listed recently. To include a sale, e-mail iving@denverpost.com 10-14 days in advance.
