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Best Housewarming Gift Ideas to Make You the Best Guest in the Party

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Attending housewarming parties is always fun and exciting. You share the excitement of the family, couple, or perhaps a single person (who is most likely rich for buying a house for himself). It is a joyous celebration! And you surely do not want to come empty-handed. It just does not feel right even though the couple might probably include in the invitation that no gifts needed. You know that’s just being polite. In reality, they would love to receive gifts, especially good ones. Well, do not be blinded by the word good. Good does not necessarily mean expensive. So there is no need to panic or worry. house post 2

 

Here are some best housewarming gift ideas that will make you the best guest at the party.

  1. Customized welcome mat – living in a new home can be surreal. And often, house owners feel very sentimental and particular. They want everything to be meaningful and special. Giving them a customized welcome mat will surely be a great idea. Make sure to include something that will represent the family or probably their names on it.
  2. Custom address stamp – couples or new house owners usually send out tons of thank you notes or cards to inform people of their new address. A custom address stamp will be very helpful for them. Also, it’s just too cute! They’ll love it without a doubt.
  3. Personalized cutting board – it is common to give kitchenware or appliances for housewarming parties however, if you want to be remembered, make sure to come up with unique idea. How about a personalized cutting board? Include a humorous message that will remind them of you. Most moms who love to cook are particular about cutting boards – so this is a winning idea indeed.
  4. Fire extinguisher – make sure to extend your care for their new home. Giving them a fire extinguisher will help them prepare for emergency cases. This is a very important thing but most house owners tend to overlook its importance. So be the one to remind them how important it is to have fire extinguisher in the house.
  5. Customized Christmas ornament – Christmas holiday is just around the corner. Come up with a customized Christmas ornament that they can display on their new house.
  6. Scented candles – they surely want to keep the house smelling fresh and fragrant all the time. Giving scented candles will be good gift idea to keep their house a comfortable haven.
  7. Cookbook – for newly married couple, a cookbook gift will be nice. It will assist the wife to cook delicious foods for the husband and the entire family. Make sure to choose a really good cookbook. If you have personal recipes you want to share then you should compile everything and come up with a personalized cookbook.

 

The hosts of the party will definitely love these gifts. They will definitely think that they made the right choice inviting you to the housewarming party.

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Joyous Christmas Stories To Leave You Renewed With Holiday Spirit! #Giveaway #HolidayGiftGuide

The Christmas season is so busy that we often rush through it flustered, sometimes or often frustrated at our long to-do list and we miss the time to be still. You know what I mean, unwind with a cup of tea and relax, maybe read a short uplifting story. We think we have no time to do that but it can actually help us refocus and be more productive than continuing to run around like a chicken with our head cut off.  If taking a brief rest sounds good and you would like to curl up with a great book of uplifting and inspirational Christmas stories, I can recommend a great book.

Chicken Soup for the Soul, Merry Christmas is filled with 101 Joyous Holiday Stories! There is a forward by St. Nick himself!

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Inside you will find story after story of family bonding, holiday hijinks, then joy of giving, community spirit, family and religious traditions.  Some will make you laugh out loud, others will cause you to get a little teary eyed. All the stories will leave you smiling and with an eagerness to share the holidays with new ideas, a new perspective and enthusiasm for this magical time of the year.

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You will find stories from Thanksgiving through New Year’s and even  some of Hanukkah in this book that has something for everyone. We think this book is a great gift this Holiday Season so you will find it on Mommy Ramblings 2015 Holiday Gift Guide.

 

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See How One Pair Of Shoes Can Have Different Looks & Enter To Win A Pair!

 To celebrate the launch of their new shoe line Alterre is having a  giveaway just in time for the holidays! If you ever had trouble just packing one shoe or finding a comfortable go-to for all of your outfits, this giveaway is for you. One lucky lady will get her pair before Christmas!  I had a chance to preview these exact shoes a few months ago and they are gorgeous and so comfortable. I like that you can have a totally different look in the same shoe. It saves room when traveling for sure!

Ever carry multiple pairs of shoes to work? Have you ever struggled with picking only a couple of shoes to take on your next trip that would match everything? Alterre shoes were created with you in mind. Their patent pending technology, lets you mix and match your look to fit your lifestyle. With over 65 combinations, it is easy to transform your look from day to night and pack light for your next vacation. Customizable and comfortable, they are the perfect pair for any occasion. These shoes are as versatile as you are!alterre shoes

All of their shoes are designed in their New York Studio and made according to fair labor laws in Brazil. Alterre donates 5% of the proceeds to the women’s abuse shelter Restore NYC, so you get to do good while you look good.

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Now for the giveaway! You can win a Black Heel Starter Kit which is the same kit I have and it is awesome! This kit has an ARV of $180 and includes a pair of black suede mules, mist grey Jackies, and evening sky Marilyns with a handy travel bag for the looks. For more information and to see the product details click HERE!  To enter the giveaway just use the widget below! Good Luck!!!
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The Most Meaningful Gift Is Life-Giving #GiftCatalog #Giveaway

I don’t know if you ventured out on Black Friday or are surfing the Internet for Cyber Monday deals, but I will tell you that if you are looking for a meaningful gift, I may be able to help. In keeping with the sentiment, “It is better to give than receive.”, take a moment and check out the 2015 World Vision Gift Catalog. World Vision provides donors the opportunity to give a gift in a loved one’s name, making these the perfect presents to show family and friends love and to spread the joy of the holiday season across the world. And, as an added bonus, there’s nothing to wrap!

Donations of livestock like goats, fruit trees, soccer balls, education for girls and women and much more can be donated in a person’s name to make a truly unique and life-giving gift. When you think about the impact something like this can have on a life this gift truly is priceless.

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In addition to the gifts above, World Vision operates the Where Most Needed fund, which provides for improvements in the quality of life for struggling children and families in the U.S. and around the world. Donors to this fund are eligible to receive beautiful artisan goods from Africa, India, and Southeast Asia, which make wonderful presents and stocking stuffers. Why not pledge your support and receive handcrafted gifts for yourself or a loved one, like the ones below:

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Since 1996, the World Vision Gift Catalog has grown in popularity as a gift-giving alternative. Last year alone, more than 822,000 people were helped through funds generated by the Catalog. To order from World Vision’s Gift Catalog, call 855-WV-GIFTS or click HERE!

The handcrafted gifts are gorgeous. I was lucky to recieve the African Soapstone box and it is beautiful. It is just like the one below and I would like to extend a chance for you to win the same box courtesy of World Vision. The giveaway is open to US residents and you enter using the Rafflecopter widget below. Good Luck!!!

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This ornate hand-carved soapstone box is etched and designed by local artisans in Kenya. Using this sustainable resource these artisans are lifting themselves and their families out of poverty. Approximate size: 2 ½” x 5 ¼” x 1 ½”

 

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Perfect Gift For The Person Who Loves To Cook! #HolidayGiftGuide #LeadingGourmet

Are you are searching for the perfect gift for person who loves to cook and entertain or maybe you need a gift for a couple who just bought their first home? Maybe you are looking for something to make cooking for the holidays easier for you. I want to share a great product with you that I discovered recently. You may find it is just what you are looking for.

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Every kitchen and every good cook needs a great cutting board and this natural bamboo wood cutting board really fits the bill. Made from 100% natural, organic bamboo it is ultra strong yet lightweight. It has a non-porous, antimicrobial & antibacterial surface that eliminates strong odors and bacterial growth. This reversible cutting board  has rounded non slip silicone corners that come in blue or green and maximize safety. This cutting board makes a great cheese and serving board and is easy to clean with warm water and soap.

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I was very impressed with this board. I loved the silicone corners and how even on my quartz counters the board remained steady with no slipping through my chopping and cutting tasks. It looks very nice and makes a nice addition to our kitchen. It was easy to cut and prepare food on and easy to clean after.

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I like this board so much you will find it on our 2015 Holiday Gift Guide. Mommy Ramblings’ readers get a gift too! Take 15% off this great board when you buy it on Amazon. To get the discount just click HERE to add the board to your cart and enter the Coupon Code GOURMET2

 

 

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Chuggington: The Big Freeze DVD Giveaway #HolidayGiftGuide

Last Sunday when I awoke to find a coating of snow on my van, I was not impressed. October 18th is way too early to be seeing that white stuff. It was short-lived thankfully and this week saw us getting into the high 60’s and low 70’s. However as much as I hate to admit it, that white stuff will be here and we are supposed to be in for another cold, harsh winter. I am hoping they are wrong this time but I guess time will have to tell us that.

Cool winter fun is coming down the tracks with the newest Chuggington DVD: The Big Freeze!

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This super-sized release from Anchor Bay Entertainment features a Never-Before-Seen Holiday Special, to Warm Hearts All Winter Long

 

The latest release in the popular DVD collection is jam-packed with six fun-filled adventures – including a never before seen holiday special episode from the top-rated Disney Junior series. “The Big Freeze” pulled into retail stores on October 13, 2015, just in time to help families from coast-to-coast celebrate the season – Chuggington style!

The chuggers perform one heroic rescue after another in this cool new seasonal collection of “Chuggington” adventures! When icy temperatures cause the town to run out of fuel and all diesel engines are grounded, it’s wheels-to-the-rails as Chief Jackman and his team of brave Chug Patrollers work together to find a way to the frozen docks to retrieve fuel and get the town of Chuggington moving once again. Fans can join Fletch as he tries to repair the lighthouse, chug along with Calley as she tests to become a first responder, watch as Brewster gets closer to being a Chuggineer, and more! “The Big Freeze” will help teach little chuggers nationwide important lessons about safety, responsibility and teamwork as they ride alongside their favorite friends, Wilson, Koko, Brewster, and Asher!

This is a great movie to give to little ones on your wish list this holiday season. You will find it on a pick for kids on Mommy Ramblings’ 2015 Holiday Gift Guide!

Episodes:

  • The Big Freeze – Never-before-seen holiday special!
  • First Responder Calley
  • On Track Brewster
  • Hodge Can’t Wait
  • Zephie’s Star Club
  • Toot’s New Friend

DVD Bonus features:

  • Badge Quest Episode: “Share the Load”
  • Character Montages: “Daley” and “The Docks Crew”

Dove.org reports: “Now this is what good children’s entertainment is about! The stories are terrific, the characters are delightful, and the animation is awesome!” And, for double the turbo-charged adventures, Anchor Bay Entertainment will release in tandem the new-to-DVD dino-sizedChuggington” title, “Wilson and the Dinosaur.”

Young fans can experience even more “Chuggington” fun at Amtrak Train Days events, taking place across the country. For information click HERE!

Now in its fifth season on Disney Junior, “Chuggington” is a colorful and contemporary CGI-animated TV show from Ludorum that reinforces early social readiness skills. The series has become a global sensation since its debut in September 2008 in the U.K. The show has been licensed to more than 175 territories worldwide and has established ratings records in several key international markets, including the U.K., Germany, France and Australia. The series made its U.S. debut in January 2010.

About “Chuggington

Chuggington” is a contemporary, action-based, energetic and vibrant CGI series for children ages 2-5. The series follows the adventures of three young trainees – Wilson and his friends Brewster and Koko – as they ride the rails and take on exciting challenges that test their courage, speed and determination. Along the way, and with help and support from a strong community of engines and people, they learn positive values and new skills that empower them to become the best trainees they can be. Further information is available at www.chuggington.com.

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Street Date:                  October 13, 2015

 

Audio:                         Surround 2.0

Retail Price:                 $14.98

Genre:                          Children’s, TV on DVD

Rating:                         Not Rated

Run Time:                    73 Mins

Year:                            2015

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See The Special Way We Wished Our Son More For His Graduation & I See Me! Personalized Book Giveaway


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We celebrated our son Luke’s kindergarten graduation this year and for his graduation presents he got a big Jurassic Park dinosaur set but we wanted to also give him something that would be a great keepsake of the day and be really special.  I See Me! Personalized Books are so great for occasions like this.  After browsing their huge selection of books I chose I Wish You More by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld.

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This book is full of endless good wishes for our son. We uploaded a photo of him and put a personalized inscription inside the book and his name appeared throughout the book in multiple places. This truly was a one-of-a kind gift for celebrating his graduation because I Wish You More applauds effort, achievement, and love, and wishes readers “more ups than downs” and “more give than take.”

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He loved this book and he loves for us to read it with him and find all the Luke names in the book. He loves to find his name written on the sand on the beach, on the sidewalk, on a plaque on the wall and more as well as throughout the text of the story.

If you are looking for a special gift that will be treasured then check out I See Me! They have so many great titles that are perfect to celebrate new babies, big brothers and sisters, birthdays, baptisms, graduations and more! Click here to order this great personalized children’s book! Save $10 when you purchase 2 or more Board Books at ISeeMe! Use code PEEK during checkout.

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See How I Am Celebrating Our Anchor This Father’s Day-#NauticaForDad

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NauticaforDad #CollectiveBias

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Since losing my dad 9 years ago, Father’s Day is and always will be bittersweet. The man who I celebrated as the best dad in the world is no longer in this world with me. I miss him every day but thank God for all the years, memories and life that we shared. My father was the greatest and he was someone who really cared about people no matter what their status in life. He was a loving and caring husband, a devoted and loving father, and a brilliant and successful engineer and business owner. I learned so much from him and miss him being here with us.

I am thankful to have my husband by my side and enjoy watching him with our children especially our young sons. I am amazed at how much  our youngest idolizes his dad and wants to be like him in every way and how his older brother is so incredibly like his father in personality and temperament. The three of them are super close and do almost everything together. My husband is fully involved and engaged with our kids, coaching little league, teaching them about life, sharing his love of math and science and sports.

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He is definitely someone they  look up to and admire and our anchor in this family. For Father’s Day this year we plan to spend a relaxing day on the lake we live on. Living on the water is something we all cherish and so last weekend when I saw the Nautica Voyage Gift Set at Macy’s, I knew he would love it .

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Nautica Voyage is perfect for my husband because it has an undeniably masculine scent-  an anchor of woody amber  balanced with musk and damp moss.  That really fits my husband to a T and  Macy’s had a great deal on the gift set which is a $128 value priced at just $65!  The value, brands and selection at Macy’s is why it has been my go-to department store for as long as I can remember. It really never lets me down no matter who or what I am shopping for.Nautica 3

The design of the bottles in this set is so classic and sleek you want to leave them on display because they are too gorgeous to hide in the vanity or medicine cabinet. My husband is going to love this set and the smaller eau de Toilette spray is perfect for travel, like the getaway we have planned for next month.

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The shower gel and after shave balm along with the fragrance will have him smelling great whether we get that rare date night on the town together or spend the day just hanging out with family and friends.  I cannot wait until he sees it this Sunday!  So who are you celebrating this Father’s Day?

You can stay in the loop with Nautica on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and be sure and enter the giveaway below for your chance to win big!

Giveaway:

  • 1 Grand Prize Winner will win a $4,000 Cruise Vacation Package
  • 5 Second Place Winners will win a Nautica Men’s Fragrance Gift Package

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What Makes Charm Bracelets So Special?

Time passes so fast and as much as we try to stop it, we are no match for the strength of Father Time. The best thing is to try to soak it all up and be thankful for the memories we make. Charm bracelets are a great way to remind ourselves of the special people, hobbies, pets, vacations and milestones in our life. I recently received a beautiful sterling silver charm bracelet form Soufeel. I was amazed with the details of the small charms, each side featuring something special.

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The Soufeel site is full of charms to celebrate nearly everything in your life.  Look at some of the new Summer Arrivals!

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Aren’t they so cute, see the whole new collection HERE!  They have a great sale where some of the Summer Arrivals are as much as 75% Off! You also get a free bracelet with purchases over $99!

 

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All Charms, Beads, Bracelets Made of 100% 925 Sterling Silver:

All Soufeel beads, charms and charm bracelets are made of 100% 925 sterling silver. Customers can join the Soufeel Rewards program and earn points on their purchases that can be redeemed for free jewelry.  For a truly unique and memorable keepsake, they will put a picture on a charm or locket, you can see the option HERE. Browse the site to see their full selection of bracelets, charms, earrings, necklaces and gifts.

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Soufeel offers free worldwide shipping on orders over $50 and a 365-day return/exchange guarantee.  Customers get a free ring with orders over $59 and a Free Sterling Silver Charm with orders over $79. Orders over $99 get a free bracelet! Use coupon code Carolyn5 and save 5% off for any order.Soufeel Bracelet

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You can find and follow Soufeel on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and YouTube. Please let me know what you think!

 

Soufeel provided me with a beautiful bracelet and charms to facilitate my review. As always my words and opinions are 100% my own.


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Best Graduation Gift Ever #EarnItFrameIt #ProudGrad

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Graduation season is in full swing. Did you have any college graduations in your family? My daughter’s graduation with her masters degree was a very proud day for our family. It is hard to believe that she could  be graduating when it seems like yesterday she was born. Life passes in the blink of an eye, so it is nice to have photographs and keepsakes from special events. With a graduation, all the years of hard work and dedication are represented in the diploma.

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What better gift than a custom diploma frame that recognizes the graduate’s university and has styling options even medallions that can be added. Further customization can be made in the way of upgraded glass, finishes, frames and matting. I was so happy to present my daughter with a gorgeous presidential gold diploma frame that featured the university that she earned her graduate degree at.  She was so thrilled to receive it, she was so surprised that the frame had her University on it and the medallion. She said it was the most impressive and meaningful diploma frame she had ever seen. Her diploma looks great in it and we know that it is protected and preserved.

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If you are looking for a special gift to present to a recent graduate or to showcase any diploma, check out Church Hill Classics. Right now through June 3rd, in honor of Dads and Grads, they are offering free shipping when you use the code DF15B

 

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