Showing posts with label gifts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gifts. Show all posts

Monday

Valentines Day Its All About Love

What is it about valentines day that makes some people panic ( mostly men, sorry to those fellas who read my blog). I don't think my husband feels any pressure on valentine's day. If he does he has never expressed it.

He always picks a beautiful card and writes something sweet inside that usually makes me cry...sigh... he has a way of sharing his heart through words that always brings a tear of delight.
He usually buys me flowers. I love carnations. They are often referred to as the poor mans rose. But I just love them. He does like to give me roses too. Because he likes the tradition. Then we have a nice dinner. We either make something we both enjoy ( this year steamed crab legs and seared scallops) or he has me pick a restaurant. Easy peazy.

For me I usually make him something. His favorite over the years was a simple jar wrapped with ribbon and filled with little notes. Each note had something I love about him written on it. I think I wrote on about a hundred pieces of paper that year. I could have kept writing, but it's nice to save some things for another time. I have made cards,pies,cookies,cakes, videos, paintings,drawings,photographs, written poems, etc. He prefers something I make, and it always feels good to know that I created something just for him.

So what's the big fuss? Relax, tell someone you love them. Give them a sweet note or card and spend some quality time together. If you're feeling crafty make a little something. It'll be the best valentines day ever.

If you don't currently have a partner ( or want one) it's the perfect time to do something special for yourself. Read a great book, watch a movie, soak in the tub. The possibilities are limitless. 

Happy Valentines Day everyone!


Sunday

What Is In The Box?

I know some of you will be able to relate to this post. Every year I'm faced with the same dilemma. What do I buy for the man who has everything ( my wonderful husband.) He never asks for anything, except socks and underwear!
Every year without fail I try and come up with something unique and fun that he may have shown an interest in during the year, or something I just know he'll like. This year I found it more challenging than most. But, I think I did it.
I thought I'd make this fun and ask you to guess "What's in the Box."
The big box to the right of the fireplace, you can't miss it!

So without any clues at all, I challenge you to guess "What's in the box?"

After it has been opened on Christmas morning I'll post the answer.  Have fun guessing.I can't wait to read your comments on this post.


Don't Forget To ENTER THE GIVEAWAY!

Monday

The Big Five Ohhh


That's right the big five oh (50)! Today is the day. AARP was on the ball and sent me my enrollment paperwork and temporary card on Saturday. Just in time for my birthday today. I read recently that I am in mid-life. Which sounds great to me. Mid does mean middle, which means half way. So, logically that means I can look forward to the big 100 in another fifty years, giggle.
I invite you to join me in my birthday celebration. I am offering a 10% discount on any purchase from any of my online shops all week ( ends Sunday at midnight. Just be sure to write "50" in the comment section at checkout. So come on along, get your holiday shopping started, and enjoy a birthday gift from me to you!












Tuesday

Shopping In Your Closet

Start your week off with a shopping trip in your closet and mix and match items you already own. Add some fun and affordable accessories from the wonderful selection at my online shop Gifts By Katherine  You'll find affordable accents for you , your home, and special occasions.


Thank you for allowing me a little promotion for my shop.

Sunday

A Little Store With Big Style


A little store with BIG style ( I am in the process of trademarking this statement)
I'm trying to come up with a google ad for my online shop. I recently updated my site by adding
( for $100.00) a shopping cart feature allowing me to sell 20 items without redirecting shoppers to Blue Iris Gifts.
Now I need to come up with a google ad that brings shoppers to my updated site ( if I sell enough items then I can pay more and add more, etc.)
I'm offering a gift certificate for $10 ( ten dollars) , to use in one of my shops ,for the best one liner ad.
I already have the following : GiftsByKatherine.com a little shop with BIG style Unique and stylish gifts for you,your home, and special occasions.

But I'd love to get your suggestions and participation.
Please leave a comment with your suggestions and the one I choose wins the gift certificate. Contest ends at midnight Thursday Jan 14 ,2010
Good Luck!!
a little shop with big style

Christmas Shoes

A re-post of My Christmas Shoes Blog from last year.


I turned on the light and threw open the door.
The closet was full from ceiling to floor.
My shoes were all lined up in nice tidy rows.
Some high and some low, and some even with bows.
They shined and they sparkled and were in all different colors.
Some even looked just like the others.
Today I will sort them and decide which to choose.
So I search and I sort and I find the best pairs.
I stack them on floors.
Put them in boxes, and on chairs.
I package them up in a box marked from Kate.
It’s Christmas you see, and it’s time to donate.
I give all year long and at holidays too.
So out they will go to be someone’s new shoes.
What’s next you might ask?
Well it’s easy for me.
The coat closet for sure, no one needs more than three.
Katherine (a.k.a. Katie) Corrigan

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Wednesday

Avoid Holiday Shopping Madness

I'm home now, thank you to those of you who left such kind messages for the passing of my Father. Now it's time to get back to making a living.

Avoid Holiday shopping madness and receive a gift with $20 purchase at Blue Iris Gifts

Hugs for you all!!
Click the image to start your holiday shopping!

quality affordable custom gifts

I've Been Busy In My Studio




I've been busy in my studio creating new things for my shops.
The holidays are coming. What can I make for you? Blue Iris Gifts



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