At Home with Kim Vallee

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | October 24, 2009

Four Holiday Cards with a Cause

I selected these cute Holiday cards because they carry a good message while serving a cause. First from designer Bonnie Marcus, I like: + The Imagine Peace card (Have a peaceful holiday) was designed in collaboration with Nell Merlino, author & founder of “Take Our Daughters to Work Day”. A portion of the proceeds from [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | April 14, 2009

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Letterpress Card Sales

Because it is fun to have a bargain. Here are some 50% sales. + Sale Letterpress & Offset Cards at Egg Press. The I Love You Mother is just in time for Mother’s Day. + For one week only, you can get a box of 10 letterpress cards for $10 at Night Owl Paper Goods. This offer [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | February 20, 2009

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Latest Releases at Cartolina Cards + Introducing GreetQ

I adore the unique design of Cartolina Cards. Each time, I gave one of of her cards, I get a positive reaction. Have a look at some of her latest card releases. You now put some of her best selling designs on notebooks. One Stop to Send Handwritten Message Cards You can buy them online [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods, PARTY ideas | January 1, 2009

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My 2008 Posts in Review: May

On a personal note, May 2008 marked a turning point. It will always have a special meaning since my ACL reconstruction surgery happened on May 1st. I expect my leg to be fully recovered in a couple of months. Let me tell me that I am thrilled to see the end of tunnel of a [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | December 7, 2008

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Winter, Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year Cards by Polka Dot Design

I enjoy the tradition of sharing fun moments with your friends and family. Photo cards are great for families and couples to share with their love ones. You can handout the photo cards at holiday parties or tie a photo card to your hostess gifts. I like the idea of a Thank You card that [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining, PAPER goods | November 11, 2008

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Daily Quick Links | 2008.11.10

These links will help you to be ready for Thanksgiving and Christmas. + Encourage artists and small card makers this Holiday season by buying your Christmas cards on etsy. The owls of Magnolia Moonlight are simply adorable and express warm feelings. They are the design of Christina Flowers. Via Poppytalk + Finish the weekend in [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | October 31, 2008

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Happy Halloween!

My friend Lisa Kothari of Peppers and Pollywogs sent me this gorgeous ecard from American Greetings. She sent me the very popular Halloween Magic. It is fun to discover the several scenes. A Haunting Wish adds a funny touch at the end. I am not alone. Almost 600 people rate it 4.5 on [...]

ENTERTAINING, OFF topics, PAPER goods | May 4, 2008

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Get Well Soon Cards on Etsy

I told you that I was busy all day last Thursday for an important appointment. In fact, I had an ACL Reconstruction Surgery. I am happy to report that my surgery went well. My recovery is doing fine. A Little History In February 2007, I jumped a cliff while skiing. Unfortunately the back [...]