On my wish list...

In an effort to control my tendency to purchase books, read them once, and never read or touch them again... a KINDLE!




Gotta love stop motion....
Her Morning Elegance

Sorry I'm Late

Terrariums!

LOVE these from Flora Grubb Gardens

Wall Bubble Terrarium with Succulent - $33.00

(via the LA Times)

The 90-Day Contract

The dude behind the new book, "The 90 Day Contract," Damon Alton, puts it this way: “Dating is stupid; I suggest you don't do it.” Nearly every aspect of our lives, everything from cell phone plans, to gym membership, is governed through a contract, “but dating is vague and ambiguous.” That ambiguity often leads to mind games, hurt feelings, drunk dialing, etc..

Don't commit to dating - try someone out with a 90-day contract!

(pause)
For reals?

Blackbird

Blackbird Goodies

I just came across this amazing shop. It's filled with a wonderful selection of gift ideas for all the men in your life. With the holiday seasons approaching quite quickly, better get a jump start on your holiday shopping!

Holiday Gift Guides

With the last few holiday themed posts you could probably guess I'm starting to get into the festive mood. It is my goal to not only cut back on the gift giving this year but get it all done early. Been perusing these gift guides....

TreeHugger's Gift Guide

MAKE magazine's Holiday Gift Guide

Real Simple's 2009 Holiday Gift Guide

Martha Stewart's Homemade Gifts

Check out Real Simple's Holiday Gift Guide iPhone application...

the app includes other gift guides... ie. Cosmopolitan, Nordstrom, Sunset

and if you're still feeling Scrooge-ish - read this TIME article by Andrea Sachs "Why We Shouldn't Give Christmas Gifts"

(photos via Martha Stewart)

Holiday Gift Checklists

Definitely going to use these checklists from Lifehacker. Even though I'm scaling back on the gift giving this year, I can still appreciate the help in simplifying.
Download them here.

One Story

Really cool gift idea.

"One Story is a non-profit literary magazine that features one great short story mailed to subscribers every three weeks. Our mission is to save the short story by publishing in a friendly format that allows readers to experience each story as a stand-alone work of art and a simple form of entertainment."

For $21 you get 18 issues
One Story

(via shelterrific)

Stackable Totem Mug Set

from fredflare.com

More Wine Goodies

To add to our previous posts...
some more wine goodies that would be perfect for the upcoming party season

available here.

Time's Best Travel Gadgets of 2009

A few favorites from Time's Best Travel Gadgets of 2009

Optoma PK101 Pico Pocket Projector - $299.99

Capable of producing a wall image of up to 60 in. that is both clear and vibrant. The projector is lightweight at only 4 oz., lasts up to 1.5 hours per charge and has an LED that can last up to 20,000 hours.

Yelp App- free

A must have. A city guide in your pocket. I already use this once a week.

Eye Fi Pro - $149.99
The 4-GB Pro model, which works with all cameras, seamlessly transfers photos via wi-fi to photo-sharing sites or your desktop. It also supports the RAW unprocessed image format, leaving you with the option of post-processing pictures at your discretion. You can also choose which images and videos get uploaded via the selective-transfer mode. And yes I am that lazy that the thought of transferring photos via wifi sounds like a dream.
iMinds - $0.99 per track
8 minute audio books covering a variety of topics....."bursts of knowledge." Purchase from iTunes or Audible.com

Joby Gorillamobile - $29.95
Offers hands-free viewing in just about any situation. Its flexible, wrappable legs virtually secure your device of choice to just about any surface.

Wine cork trivet

A unique hostess gift.

Would go well with the wine bags Molly mentioned here.

Yay for the holiday season!

available at karmakiss.com

Corkscrew Wine Jute Bags

charming rustic wine bags.
upcoming party season: perfect to wrap a wine bottle in for your hostess.
available at wisteria.com

anthropologie goodies

beautiful classics

i've seen these on a couple different blogs.
they're beautifully designed & would look nice in any bookcase.
and make a perfect gift.
available at anthropologie, urban, and on amazon.com

Saint Cupcake

Awesome gift idea from Saint Cupcake (based in Portland) ....

Cupcake Kits $21 (shipping included!)

You get to pick 3 cupcakes, 3 frostings and 3 toppings

(via one cool pick)

Gumdrop Cookie Shop

Customizable cookies... great idea for a gift or special occasion- Gumdrop Cookie Shop

Mother's Day - May 10th

With Mother's Day only two weeks away, it's time to start thinking about a way to show your appreciation for your mother.

Handmade paper card from twotrickpony on Etsy

More Mother's Day gift ideas from Etsy

Baking Basket
Container
A 64-ounce Pyrex cup; she can measure and mix the dough in the same spot.
Contents
* Alphabet cookie cutters."
* Wooden spoon. The essential and inexpensive kitchen tool.
* Flexible spatula. Supple enough to wiggle under soft dough.
* An apron.
* Brown-sugar body polish.
* Real Simple's Sugar Cookies recipe.

Movie Night Basket
Container
A ceramic popcorn bowl. Holds a supersize amount of popcorn.
Contents
* Movie-theater gift certificates.
* Her favorite DVD. Our favorite is the timeless temptress tale The Graduate.
* Leonard Maltin's Movie & Video Guide.
* A pocket pack of tissues

More Mother's Day Ideas from Real Simple

Organic Mini Tomato/Parsley/Basil/Oregano in a Bag $7.95 - $9.95

Parker Bowls $36.95

More Mother's Day gift ideas from Crate and Barrel

Amazon Kindle 2

More Mother's Day gift ideas from Amazon

Popdeluxe

Fun gift ideas from PopDeluxe..

Mini Cube Speaker - $23.99

InAnimate Character Stickers - $4.99

Peace Of Cake -$24.99

BoneChillers Ice Cube Tray -$6.99