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GIFT IDEAS, Gift WRAP | November 19, 2009

Reusable Crackers and Gift Bags by Pi’lo | etsy watch

We have to admit that gift wrapping during the Holiday quickly filled the trash can. It makes sense to explore ways to be more ecologically conscious. And when the packages are as great as these, being eco-friendly feels like an indulgence. The founder of Pi’lo is Heather Shaw, a Torontonian mother of 2 young boys. She hand [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HER | November 19, 2009

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nyDesignroom Laptop Carrier and Shopping Bags

More bag options for the fashionable city girl. The laptop bag is available for a 15-inch and a 17-inch laptop version. If you have a 13-inch laptop, I find that a 15-inch flat carrier is often not too big. Plus, it comes handy to bring a magazine with me. Ask then first for exact dimensions, [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HER | November 19, 2009

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New Amy Butler Fashion and Travel Bags for Kalencom

Fans of Amy Butler who are week-end travelers or who often take a-week vacation under the sun would be thrilled by this news. You can get a fabulous carry-ons designed by Amy Butler. As usual, the patterns are divine. I would love to get a navy Dream Traveler-Sari Flowers for Christmas. Sadly, the Graceful Traveler-Fuschia Tree that [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for the COOK | November 12, 2009

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Upside-Down Herb Gardening with Sky Planters by Boskke

As a cook, it is important to have my reserve of fresh herbs. Nothing beats the taste of freshly cut herbs. I am currently looking at a simple way to keep fresh herbs indoors without using space on my floor or the counter. An extra small Sky Planter could be it. The Sky Planters remind me [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for the COOK

November 11, 2009

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Four Gift Ideas for the Cook or the Hostess

Bodum products are typically built to last, perform well and look good. Three good reasons to like them and to not be afraid to add them on your holiday shopping list. If you are looking for gift ideas for cooks or the hostess, you may consider: + BODUM Round Automatic Gravity Operated Salt and Pepper Grinder [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gift WRAP

November 11, 2009

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Enhance Your Holiday Packages with Festive Tapes

A simple way to enhance mailing boxes or solid color bags during the Holiday is by adding a decorative tape. Envelop wrap around labels could be used as gift tags or to send your Holiday cards. TapeSwell proposes 27 decorative packing tapes, including 7 Holiday patterns. The red and blue Pod Envelop Wrap Around tape harmoniously [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for the HOME

November 10, 2009

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Vintage Ornaments and Gift Ideas Soon at 20% Off

Available in silver or in smoke, the Victorian style handblown tree ornaments fit well into the glamorous feel of the 2009 Christmas. Crackling or diamond faceting on every ornament produces light-catching sparkle. Plus, an antiqued-brass cap adds an authentic finishing touch. Their price is already slightly reduced. Gift Ideas for Him Home decor is often tailored about her. [...]

GIFT IDEAS, HOSTESS gifts

November 9, 2009

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Brie Baker and Goat Cheese Baker

Every Holiday season, one cooking tool is under everyone’s Christmas tree. This year, the brie baker seems to be what retailers have bet on. I saw the brie baker being well in display, next to the Goat Cheese Baker, in almost every gift ships I visited last week. If you ever served a baked brie, you [...]

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