From the yearly archives:

2008

Fa La La La Lots of Prizes

December 16, 2008

More good news! — kirtsy’s latest contest was just posted. And it’s HOT! Over $550 worth of goodies. From two of my favorite companies. Check it out: First of all, Serena & Lily is offering up a $150 Gift Certificate to their gorgeous home goods shop. You probably know them for their baby bedding, but [...]

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Modern Dollhouse

December 16, 2008

Some of the modern dollhouses out there are astronomically expensive. Here’s an alternative. This pretty one at Petit Flaneur is adorable. And its price is much more reasonable. Thanks for the link, Linda from Maine. Share and Enjoy:

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Catalog Christmas Tree

December 16, 2008

Jill of Blue Poppy Jewelry sent me pics of the Christmas tree she fashioned out of catalogs this year. Built around an over-turned wire tomato trellis. Things I can learn from this: celebrating Christmas should not require a major output of cash. And. The transformative power of twinkle lights should not be underestimated. Share and [...]

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Locks of Love

December 16, 2008

Last week, 9 year old Maude had her hair cut off and donated to Locks of Love — a program that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children suffering from long-term medical hair loss. When the stylist was finished and Maude stood up, she said, “I’m a whole new girl.” How great that we can reinvent [...]

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Winners! Twelve Days of Christmas Giveaway Event

December 16, 2008

Oh. My. Word. That was so much fun! I can’t thank you enough for celebrating Christmas with me. And for your enthusiastic comments. And for helping spread the world. What would I do without you? Are you so curious about who won? Me too! So let’s get it announced already: 1st Day. *Shannon who said: [...]

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Twelve Days of Christmas Giveaway Event

December 12, 2008

It’s the 12th day of the 12th month. And to celebrate, I’ve got 12 different Giveaways. Twelve awesome Giveaways. From 12 fantastic vendors. It’s the Twelve Days of Christmas Giveaway Event! To find the Giveaways, you can click on the pics above, or go ahead and scroll down to find each one in number order. [...]

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12th Day – Hable Construction Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 12th Day of Christmas there was a Set of Two Baby Boxes from Hable Construction. These bags have been on my wish list since I saw them at the gift show earlier this year. Just the right size to carry with you on your errands. Or. They’d look great as storage catchalls in [...]

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11th Day – Shutter Sisters Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 11th Day of Christmas there was a Flash Bulb Necklace and HP Photo Printer from Shutter Sisters. Shutter Sisters is one of my favorite sites to visit when I’m seeking creative inspiration. Started by a group of talented female photographers, it’s a place where you can learn about photography and share your stories [...]

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10th Day – Sweet Tooth Fairy Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 10th Day of Christmas there was a $150 Store Credit at The Sweet Tooth Fairy Bake Shop. Brownies. Birthday Cakes. Cookies. Cupcakes. As pretty as they are delicious. The winner of this Giveaway will receive $150 of store credit, to spend as they please at The Sweet Tooth Fairy. She could order a [...]

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9th Day – Sterling Pear Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 9th Day of Christmas there were Two Signature Ornament Storage Boxes from Sterling Pear. For 2 lucky winners. Last Christmas, I carefully packed away my ornaments in one of these beauties. And it was such a pleasure. A pleasure only beat out by unpacking them this year and finding each ornament happily nestled [...]

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8th Day – Cufflinks from JacQueline Sanchez

December 12, 2008

On the 8th Day of Christmas there was a Set of Forever Young Cufflinks from JacQueline Sanchez. I gave Ben Blair a pair of these in red last year. They were a hit. These cufflinks, and the whole lego-inspired Forever Young line, are finely made. Delightfully handsome. And will encourage all the kids in the [...]

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7th Day – Inkubook Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 7th Day of Christmas there were Two Great Big Square Books from Inkubook. A recurring question I receive is: what’s a good way to archive all the photos I’ve been taking? In response, I love to recommend a good book-making service. Inkubook is one of those services. They have lots of different formats [...]

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6th Day – Scanpan Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 6th Day of Christmas there was a Mini Set of Scanpan Cookware. Made in Denmark, Scanpan is the first producer of nonstick cookware that is certified PFOA free, so it’s safe for you and the earth. But all that seems unimportant once you see the pretty, shiny lids. (Isn’t cookware beautiful?) Are there [...]

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5th Day – Pickeled Tink Charm Bracelet

December 12, 2008

On the 5th Day of Christmas there was a deluxe Charm Bracelet from Pickled Tink. Aren’t these charms adorable? Such great color! Such great patterns! The happy winner of this Giveaway is about to have her Christmas wishes granted. She’ll win a Bracelet with 10 Charms of her choice. Which is fantastic. Because everyone knows [...]

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4th Day – Radio City Christmas Spectacular Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 4th Day of Christmas there were Four Tix to Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular. This one is especially for my New York peeps or for anyone that will be in New York over Christmas. Or hey. If you know someone in New York, you could also win these, and then send your [...]

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3rd Day – Remote Control Helicoptor Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 3rd Day of Christmas there was a Remote Controlled Model Helicopter. Your kids will LOVE this! Who wouldn’t? Whenever we see remote-controlled airplanes at the park, my kids aways go crazy. And I keep making a mental note to try one out. From what I hear, the The ultra-micro CX Helicopter is the [...]

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2nd Day – Macy’s Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 2nd Day of Christmas there was $160 worth of Macy’s Gift Cards. I don’t know if there’s another store that knows Christmas like Macy’s does. This is what they’ve got going down right now: Macy’s Believe — for every letter to Santa that is placed in the special letterbox in every Macy’s store, [...]

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1st Day – Sony Digital Camera from Staples Giveaway

December 12, 2008

On the 1st Day of Christmas there was a Sony Digital Camera from Staples. Staples wants to make shopping this month both easy (as in Staples Easy) and fun. So. Through December 24th, 10,000 lucky Staples customers will win their entire purchase (up to $5,000) for FREE! How great is that? Staples is super excited [...]

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Book of the Week — Charlie Harper. For the Toddler Set.

December 11, 2008

On Tuesday, I was at Old Navy looking for a white shirt for Maude to wear to her band concert that night. And what should I happen upon but a whole collection of Charlie Harper goodies. Surprise. And delight. I want Santa to bring Charley Harper’s ABCs and 123s to 2 year old Betty this [...]

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Cookie’s Holiday Ideas

December 11, 2008

I just finished writing my weekly post for Cookie Magazine’s Nesting Blog. It will be live soon and I’ll be sure to link to it when it is. Something else I’ve been loving at Cookie this month? Their Holiday Idea Index. All sorts of great links and inspiration. Like this post on stocking stuffers. Share [...]

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