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Archive for the ‘COOL GIFTS’ Category

Chelsea Clinton’s Pick for “Simple and Special” Favors!

Image above is my pick for a great wedding favor tote bag (between $2 and $5 depending on order)!  To Have and To Hold Tote by Melangerie NYC > The

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A Happy Meal for Father’s Day from Bakerella!

Hands down one my favorite sites, Bakeralla.com, continually blows me away with great ideas.  This one is from last year, but no matter, it’s perfect if you have the time

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Give a Dad a Cookie (for Father’s Day)

What happens when you give a Dad a cookie? Well, you make him feel special! Above are some clever cookies ideas from Sugar Siren Cake. I like the idea of

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Who’s Your Daddy? Father’s Day Gift Ideas (that are not Ties!)

Father’s Day is around the corner and Dad’s these days really deserve a day of celebration and adulation. Every Dad has his own personality and finding the perfect gift for

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Lenox “Luxe For Less” Gift Idea For Mom!

Here are two great gift ideas and to be honest steals for this Mother’s Day. Even as a fan of Lenox, I was not familiar with the jewelry line. There

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t spheres – A Gift Idea that Rocks… and Rolls!

Recently I went to Bliss Spa for a massage and bought a product that I had to share with you – t spheres . There’s nothing like getting a massage,

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Easter Gift Idea!

Easter is around the corner and if you need a hostess gift or just want to spread some cheer this spring we found a great little gift for under $10.

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The Perfect “Big Girl” Birthday Cake

I love this idea for celebrating  a “Big Girl” Birthday from Paulette Macarons.  How many times have you celebrated with the girls and everyone passes on a piece of cake? 

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Jewels & Cake – Birthday Bling

This week is Birthday Week!  My birthday is today, February 22nd and Elizabeth’s is Thursday the 25th.  So in the spirit, we will bring you birthday treats each day! Birthdays

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Interview with World-Renowned Chocolatier- Jacques Torres!

In our opinion Jacques Torres is not just Mr. Chocolate he is the King of Chocolate. We have been fans for years, long before the likes of Food Network took

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Fortune Cookie Wishes – Brilliant Birthday and Baby Shower Idea!

For all of you lucky enough to be born on Chinese New Year or celebrating a birthday this weekend, I have an idea for you! It comes from Tiffany Bird,

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Send a Postcup for Valentine’s Day

If you are looking for a unique and memorable way to send a message of love for V-Day, try a Postcup. As you might have guessed a Postcup is a

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The Wine Purse Is The Hottest Gift Idea For Her!

I wanted to share with you what I believe will be the “hands down” hottest gift idea for SHE Wine Lovers this year!  It’s the prettiest way to carry your

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Write A Musical Love Letter for Valentine’s Day

Get in mood. Music may be just the thing to help you set the right tone for your Valentine’s Day celebration. When you need some help because you can’t quite

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Hot Picks For A House Warming

Here are some hot picks for gifts to celebrate a new place to call home!  They will stand out from the crowd, but won’t bust your  budget.  I love each

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Holiday Hostess Gift Ideas

WOW! Elizabeth picked out some extraordinary Hostess Gift Ideas for you, in her post below.  They are truly impressive but keep holiday budgets in mind!  I’m off to shop, some

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Hip Hanukkah Gifts! (plus shmatte stuffers)

Here are some hip picks for Hanukkah themed gifts this year.  They are fun and festive for the Holiday of Lights!   Vespa-norah : Scooter Menorah for Hanukkah :: Pop

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30 Under $30 – Great Holiday Gift Ideas!

Here are a thirty things I love, that make great gifts! Use this guide and you won’t have to spend alot to give in a big way.   Disclosure:  The

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Be Green Not Mean This Halloween!

If you are trying to turn Halloween green, it can be pretty scary!  So many of the traditional products and practices are not good for our little people or our

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Think Pink and Be Aware!

As you know it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  This October, please take some time to educate yourself and access your individual breast cancer risk factors.  It can help you work

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The Hot Holiday Hostess!

The Holiday Hostess can have lots of stress. For me, I know all the focus goes on the meal and my guests and I completely forget myself, only to glance

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Treats not Sweets!

Trying to keep the candy to a minimum this year? Here are a few clever ways to do it.   1. LET THEM EAT CAKE Make  with Mini Eight Pumpkin Patch Muffin

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The “Peel Deal” in Party Snacks

It’s back to school and the kids need healthy snacks to pack and so do the grownups! Peeled Snacks has packaged delicious and truly healthy snacks that are perfect for

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A Journal Is A Great Gift Idea!

“Journal writing is a voyage to the interior” – Christina Baldwin A Journal is a great gift, especially during “Back To School” season. Whether you are heading there or not,

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“Little Passports” is a great gift idea!

I get asked all the time for gift ideas, so when I see a really unique and special one, I pass it along.  Here is a great idea for kids

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Nothing Bundt Cakes – too cute for words.

Well maybe just a few words . . . These cute cakes are new to the net and will soon be available for shipping nationwide.    The cakes come in 9

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Who’s Your Daddy – Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Father’s Day is around the corner and Dad’s these days really deserve a day of celebration and adulation. Every Dad has his own personality and finding the perfect gift for

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Tissue Paper Flowers for Mother’s Day

image from http://velvetstrawberries.typepad.com/ Making Tissue Paper Flowers is a fun activity for the kids. This Mother’s Day, engage your little ones or even big ones by making a bouquet or

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Mother’s Day – FREE Eguide

Although it’s “technically” not your husband’s responsibility to make your day on Mother’s Day, because you’re not his mother…this duty falls to him as the children need an adult to

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Easter Gift Idea!

Easter is around the corner and if you need a hostess gift or just want to spread some cheer this spring we found a great little gift for under $10.

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Valentine’s Day Gifts

For Lots or Less Jewelry . . . Dogeared.com (starting at $42.00) . . . and Tiffany’s (starting at $250) The way to the heart is through the stomach .

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Get Your 2009 Popping!

Here is a great product to help you start the New Year off with some fun. The Bubble Calendar is poster-size and has a bubble to pop every day. My

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