Monthly Archives: December 2011

25 Random Things about Me

I had a long talk with my late-night twitter crew which led to all of us agreeing to write a contemplative post with 25 items/random things about us.  I’ve thought about what I might say all day so here goes … Continue reading

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Enter to Win a NeuYear of Productivity

Now that Christmas day is over, the inevitable quest for New Year’s resolutions begins. We’ve all done it: this is the year I’m going to lose weight, start a business, travel, go back to school, learn to parallel park. Whatever … Continue reading

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If an Egg is Cooked in the Forest…

It has been said that the egg is the perfect food. They are nutrient dense, protein rich, low in sodium, fat and cholesterol free. The egg is an exquisite creation. And perhaps most important for today’s modern living, it’s still … Continue reading

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Maps on my mind . . . again

On this blog, it’s old news how much I love maps. Seriously, have you seen anything cooler than these pillows? Okay maybe they’re not the most mind-blowing pillows on the planet, but I certainly like them. Also, they got me … Continue reading

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The Feel Good Business

In chatting with Colin Megaro (@cftmegaro) on twitter, I said to him that we’re both in “the feel good business.” Colin’s company is a well established fashion styling and lifestyle outfit (pardon the pun) that focuses on making his clients … Continue reading

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My favorite new paper craft

I have always loved arts & crafts. Am I even dating myself by calling it “arts & crafts?” As a child, schoolwork came relatively easy to me. I always had good grades. But there was something boring about sitting in … Continue reading

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Write a Friend Month

December is Write to a Friend Month. I know you’re asking: “Really? Who knew?” Well, I didn’t know either until a few weeks ago even though I think the concept is brilliant. In this day of constant status updates, it’s … Continue reading

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Tablecloth embroidery project

A few weeks ago, while participating in a twitter chat on holiday heirlooms, I told the group about my best friend’s mother-in-law who has a tablecloth on which she embroiders her guests’ signatures after each special occasion. Everyone loved the … Continue reading

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Write a Friend Sale

In order to receive stationery by Christmas, you have to order by Friday of this week. And don’t forget that we are having a special 15% sale in honor of Write a Friend month this December. Use the code “WRITEFRIENDS” … Continue reading

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Rough Drafts & Ideas

I’m a visual person and tactile person. I can’t just design on a computer screen and know when a design is perfect. I print many drafts to see different changes and I print on different types of paper to get … Continue reading

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