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December 12, 2009

What is the difference between a wedding gift and a regular gift.

One thing people don’t often think of, or when they have to go shopping for a wedding gift for the first time is what do I buy the couple or the person who invited you? The thing is it isn’t what you should buy for them, but what is the difference between buying that person or couple a gift for their birthday vs. their wedding or Christmas.

The thing is that Christmas and Birthday gifts are personal and for the person and for what they like. When you buy a wedding gift, you aren’t actually saying thank you for inviting me to the wedding, but you are buying them something that will help them with their new lives and their partnership. The gift you buy them shouldn’t be something for them because they like it or because it is their hobby, but should help to benefit their partnerships, make their new lives easier or even help with their new home if they bought a house together.

Weddings are celebrating the happy couple’s life together, not their birth or a holiday where it is all about them, the gift should be about their new life and how you can help make their new life easier and better. This is why housewares are usually popular for weddings and wedding couples and to be honest, housewares, mortgage payments, towels, plates, and other things for the home or the couple really help them with their new life together and are completely perfect for helping them with their new lives together.

Now, buying something because it is their hobby is completely good, but at the same time, why not tie it into their house as well. If they like a tv show, get them a piece of art or some coffee mugs with it or even something fun for their game room if they have one. If they are into cooking and have all the pots and pans, find a hard to get recipe book or cookbook or cooking classes that they have to take together, etc… to help with their marriage and relationship.

Shopping for weddings is a bit different than shopping for an individual and the gifts should be about the couple and their life together, not about them or what they like and luckily, most couples actually make it even easier to shop for them by registering at stores like Williams Sonoma, Bed Bath and Beyond, even Target or lower end discount stores so you can take the guess work out and not end up buying the same gift someone else already bought for the couple.

Although it is rude to ask what the couple wants for their wedding, it is not rude to ask where they are registered at so you can go find the perfect gift they already picked out. Find out where they registered and then pick out what you think they would like the most and then bring it to the wedding and wish the happy couple the best of luck. By them registering and making your life easier when having to find something to buy them, everyone will have a much happier wedding, and btw, if they only register at high end stores, don’t feel bad about working the bar at their wedding since they worked your wallet with the wedding gifts lol. I think it is rude to only register at expensive stores since not everyone is well off, but then again, if you are only friends with rich people, you don’t have to worry.

Hope this helps you pick out the perfect wedding gift and to help you understand the difference between what makes a wedding gift different than a birthday or christmas present.

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September 10, 2009

Dolce and Gabbana Wedding Gifts and Birthday Gifts

Filed under: bride,clothing and Lingerie,Jewelry,Wedding Gift — Tags: bridesmaids gift, designer, gift, gifts, Jewelry, Wedding Gift, wedding gifts, wedding present, women — rollerbladerdc @ 2:53 am

Ok, so I have a huge weakness for Dolce and Gabbana. I remember when I saw my first piece of Dolce and Gabbana clothing and went absolutely insane. It was a belt that my friend wore to this night club after she got home from Paris and then all of the sudden no matter where I looked I saw Dolce and Gabbana everywhere and fell in love. The first piece of Designer clothing I ever tried on was actually a pair for D&G jeans and they not only fit perfectly and from there on in I could never resist Dolce and Gabbana again.

Now, before you freak out about the prices and costs and think I am insane for even considering spending that much money, especially when we are in a downed economy, I only shop there twice a year, once for my Birthday and once when I go to visit my sister in the west because there is a D&G and Dolce and Gabbana Store right by her house and I usually live pretty reasonably the rest of the year and save up for it. I also don’t really go crazy and buy $500 shirts, but instead I’ll buy a pair of shoes, a wallet and the famous Dolce and Gabbana or D&G dog tags that they put out each year. Those are seriously cool and very affordable.

Anyways, the reason why I am going crazy is I aw an add for this store called clickio or something and when I was looking through their site I saw an entire section of nothing but Dolce and Gabanna and the best part is it is all seriously discounted so now everyone can easily afford to buy themselves Dolce and Gabbana gifts and buy Dolce and Gabanna wedding presents for their friends and family members who are getting married and not have to worry about going broke. Heck, these accessories and gifts from D&G are even more affordable than Tiffanys or Bergdorfs or even Macys!

I couldn’t believe the cost of these watches, and gifts and accessories and I know you are going to love to be able to give your friends and family members D&G for the Holidays or their Weddings or Birthdays and you know all of your friends and family members are going to flip out when they open their gift and see that amazing D&G logo and label on their wedding present.

Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Sea Quest Digital Black Leather DW0159 Price: 109.99 Retail Price: 195.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic With a bold, masculine design, Dolce & Gabbana has a poised and calm ambience that’s sure to have you looking twice.	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Sea Quest Digital Brown Leather DW0160 Price: 109.99 Retail Price: 195.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic OK I am loving giving a real Dolce and Gabanna Watch as a holiday gift or a birthdy gift and you know everyone is going to absolutely crazy when they see you bought them a D&G watch and you’ll be even happier when you realize how much they love it and how much you saved by shopping through this link.	Dolce and Gabbana Women’s Beige Leatherette 3719251228 Price: 79.99 Retail Price: 160.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection. I like how this is unique watch is seriously vintage and classic looking. It is not only cool looking and vintage but also works for dress up or dress down and even for a 70′s party or 50s and 60s events.	Dolce and Gabbana Women’s Beige Leather 3719251587 Price: 89.99 Retail Price: 175.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection. OK, Could you get any cooler than this D&G watch with a chain. It isn’t only fashionable but it is also awesome looking and really trendy. D&G really took it to the next level with this amazing watch.	Dolce and Gabbana Women’s Pink Leather 3719251590 Price: 79.99 Retail Price: 165.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection. I’m not such a fan of the pink on top of this watch, but then again we all have our own tastes and this watch is definitely a cool and unique one that you will not find anywhere else from any other designer. This is a seriously cool womens watch for a gift and very affordable.
Dolce and Gabbana Women’s Blue Leather and Green Rubber 3719251642 Price: 89.99 Retail Price: 180.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection.	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Ibiza Rock Stainless Steel-Black Rubber DW0078 Price: 179.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic With a bold, masculine design, Dolce & Gabbana has a poised and calm ambience that’s sure to have you looking twice. This is a seriously cool watch for the athletic guy in your life. Not only is it fun and sports, but it also looks great and works perfectly with work clothing for a casual day and works perfectly to match your gym clothes and outfits.	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Codename Chronograph Stainless Steel DW0209 Price: 199.99 Retail Price: 325.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic With a bold, masculine design, Dolce & Gabbana has a poised and calm ambience that’s sure to have you looking twice. This is another sporty watch from D&G. This is a perfect time piece for wearing to the gym or while working out and even works for the bar with friends after as it is not too dressy and all about fun and casual wear.	Dolce and Gabbana Women’s White Crystal Rose Gold Tone DW0242 Price: 159.99 Retail Price: 335.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection. Can you say the watch of a DIVA! Perfect for a guy or a girl who loves fashion and really wants to make a statement with their watch. This is an awesome watch from the Dolce and Gabanna collection and a perfect gift for the holidays and look at the sale price…you cannot beat this watch on sale for the low price at Clickio.	Dolce and Gabbana Midsize Sandpiper Chronograph Black Leather DW0259 Price: 169.99 Retail Price: 275.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection. OK, You all better not beat me to the store on this one…this is a watch that I would wear for everyday wear. Not too dressy, not dressed down, but perfect for wearing to work, to lunch, on the weekends and everyday outfits. I love this watch for casual wear from Clickio and know you will to.
Dolce and Gabbana Women’s Popular White Crystal Pink Leather DW0270 Price: 79.99 Retail Price: 245.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection.	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Song Chronograph Stainless Steel DW0301 Price: 169.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic This is a seriously cool looking mens watch from Clickio in the designer watch section. You’d think it would cost around $300 but wait it does,,,,if you shop retail, buy dolce and gabanna watches on sale at Clickio and save!	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Song Chronograph Stainless Steel-Black Rubber DW0303 Price: 209.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic I’m not really a fan of this watch either, but if you like it or like the other way that this watch looks for other people then buy it as a gift or for yourself. Although it is not a watch I would wear, it is perfect for other people.	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Rhythm Chronograph Black Leather DW0306 Price: 169.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic This watch is a bit too dark for me, but I don’t think I would be opposed to having it for nights that the theatre or on dates or walks by the beach where shiny jewelry stands out and should not be worn.	Dolce and Gabbana Men’s Rhythm Chronograph Light Brown Leather DW0304 Price: 169.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic This is much better than the watch next to it. I love the contract of the brown leather to the watch face and the color combination of the black to white and other colors in the watches face.
Dolce and Gabbana Women’s Black Dial Stainless Steel 3719251448 Price: 115.99 Retail Price: 230.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Created in a blend of fashion and class, this Dolce & Gabbana timepiece exhibits a bold style that adds flare to your collection.	Dolce & Gabbana Swap Silver Tone Resin Flowers Faux Pearl Necklace DJ0168 Price: 140.99 Retail Price: 255.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Swap silver tone and resin flower faux pearl necklace.Model NumberDJ0168 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and resin Dimensions Pendant: 23mm wide x 7mm thick x 27mm long, chain: 28 inches total length (incl. closure) Closure Toggle clasp Finish Polished OK, talk about something old something new something borrowed and something blue for your wedding day wardrobe. Not only are pearls perfect for the wedding, but these faux pearls on this gorgeous antique styled necklace id the perfect wedding gift for the bride to wear on her big day.	Dolce & Gabbana Swap Silver Tone Resin Flower Earrings DJ0173 Price: 68.99 Retail Price: 125.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic This stud set of Dolce and Gabbana Swap silver tone and resin flower earrings will add the right amount of decoration to any outfit.Model NumberDJ0173 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and resin Dimensions 23mm wide x 5mm thick x 30mm long Closure Traditional post with butterfly back Finish Polished If you like vintage clothing and vintage wedding clothing then these earrings make the most amazing wedding accessory, especially when you combine it with the necklace and other Dolce and Gabanna jewelry.	Dolce & Gabbana Swap Silver Tone, Resin White Flowers Faux Pearl and Rhinestone Accent Necklace DJ0180 Price: 162.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Swap silver tone and resin white flowers faux pearl rhinestone accent necklace.Model NumberDJ0180 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and resin Dimensions Pendant : 23mm wide x 8mm thick x 30mm long, chain: 24 inches total length Closure Toggle clasp Finish Polished This is the perfect gift for the Holidays, for weddings and my favorite idea for this is to give it as an anniversary or engagement gift to that special girl or girly guy. I love the design, the look and the way that this is set and know that the lucky recipient is going to love it as well. This is seriously a perfect gift for a lucky lady.	Dolce & Gabbana Swap Silver Tone Resin White Flowers Rhinestone Accent Earrings DJ0185 Price: 74.99 Retail Price: 135.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic This stud set of Dolce and Gabbana Swap silver tone and resin white flowers rhinestone accent earrings will add the right amount of decoration to any outfit.Model NumberDJ0185 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and resin Dimensions 23mm wide x 6mm thick x 30mm long Closure Traditional post with butterfly back Finish Polished Since you bought the necklace to the left, you might as well buy the earrings here on the right. Not only are the perfect to match a wedding dress, but they go great with a ton of outfits for a ton of events and can match vintage and some modern clothing and hair. I love these earrings for winter and know you will to.
Dolce & Gabbana Anchor Gold Pewter Tone Chain Necklace DJ0287 Price: 154.99 Retail Price: 295.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Perfect for a casual, stylish look, this Dolce & Gabbana Anchor gold pewter tone chain necklace must have for your collection.Model NumberDJ0287 Size Men’s Materials Gold pewter tone base metal Dimensions Chain:12mm wide x 8mm thick x 22.5 inches total length (incl. closure), pendant: 39mm wide x 8mm chick x 2 inches long Closure Clip logo clasp Finish Brushed	Dolce & Gabbana Anchor Gold Pewter Tone Ring DJ0290 Price: 52.99 Retail Price: 95.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Expand your jewelry collection with this fashionable Dolce and Gabbana Anchor gold pewter tone ring.Model NumberDJ0290 Size Men’s Materials Gold pewter tone base metal/Dimension/26mm narrowing 8mm wide Other Size 9 Finish Brushed Since i always give you all fabulous recommendations…or at least try to lol,,,,I think you could splurge a little and send me one of these. This is definitely on my must buy this year list and will pobably buy it from clickio as well for myself this year. Ehhh for $52 for a dolce and gabanna ring I’m buying it tonight!	Dolce & Gabbana Anchor Silver Pewter Tone Chain Necklace DJ0298 Price: 145.99 Retail Price: 265.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Perfect for a casual, stylish look, this Dolce and Gabbana Anchor silver pewter tone chain necklace must have for your collection.Model NumberDJ0298 Size Men’s Materials Silver pewter tone base metal Dimensions 13mm wide x 8mm thick x 24 inches long (incl. closure) Closure 2 lobster claw clasps Finish Brushed This is a seriously cute pewter chain necklace from Dolce and Gabbana but be careful giving it as a gift to that someone special as this necklace is not only addictive and hard to take off, but absolutely fabulous and fashionable.	Dolce & Gabbana Snow Silver Tone and Faux Fur Earrings DJ0300 Price: 134.99 Retail Price: 245.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Snow silver tone and faux fur DandG logo earrings.Model NumberDJ0300 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and faux fur Dimensions 4.5 inches total length (incl. closure) Closure Traditional post with butterfly back Finish Polished If you’re into fashion and want to go clubbing, these earrings are the perfect pair for your big night out on the town and at the clubs. They are not only cute as hell but they are also seriously cool looking.	Dolce & Gabbana Bubble Silver Tone and Light Blue DandG Logo Resin Earrings DJ0424 Price: 63.99 Retail Price: 115.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Bubble silver tone and light blue DandG logo resin earrings.Model NumberDJ0424 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone and light blue resin Dimensions 12mm wide x 4mm thick x 1.5 inches long (incl. closure) Closure Snap bar closure Finish Polished These aren’t my style or something I would buy for my friends…well not most of my friends but I do know some people that love this type of design and will love to get these earrings for a birthday gift or even for the holidays.
Dolce & Gabbana Silver Metal D&G Logo Ring DJ0433 Price: 49.99 Retail Price: 75.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce & Gabbana Silver Metal D&G Logo ring.Model NumberDJ0433 Size Men’s Materials Silver tone base metal and black plastic Dimensions 24mm wide x 6mm thick Other Size 9 Finish polished	Dolce & Gabbana Silver Metal D&G Logo Ring DJ0438 Price: 49.99 Retail Price: 75.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce & Gabbana Silver Metal D&G Logo ring.Model NumberDJ0438 Size Men’s Materials Silver tone base metal and white plastic Dimensions 24mm wide x 6mm thick Other Size 9 Finish polished This is another ring that I am going to buy. I love the way it looks and am going to love the way it looks on me even more. It is the perfect hip and trendy ring to wear to work and to wear out for a night of clubbing and cocktails.	Dolce & Gabbana Knot Leather Necklace DJ0447 Price: 79.99 Retail Price: 145.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana brown knot leather and silver tone necklace.Model NumberDJ0447 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and leather Dimensions Pendant 35mm wide x 6mm thick, ribbon 23inches total length (incl. closure) Closure Lobster claw clasp Finish Polished Even though this necklace is for women, it actually works for both men and women and I love the way it looks for being modern and minimal while also being perfect to wear and match almost any outfit both formal and causal and modern.	Dolce & Gabbana Knot Leather Bracelet DJ0448 Price: 68.99 Retail Price: 125.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana black knot leather and silver tone bracelet.Model NumberDJ0448 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and leather Dimensions 8inches total length (incl. closure) Closure Lobster claw clasp Finish Polished If you like the necklace then you have to try the bracelet as well. It not only looks fabulous and fashionable, but it works with most outfits.	Dolce & Gabbana Rocks Black Ribbon Suede and Rhinestone Necklace DJ0464 Price: 85.99 Retail Price: 155.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Rocks black suede ribbon and rhinestone necklace.Model NumberDJ0464 Size Women’s Materials Suede and silver tone base metal Dimensions 6mm wide x 27inches long Closure Ribbon forms a tie clasp Finish Polished I’m opposed to rhinestones for weddings..except on wedding dreses if they are done correctly but this necklace will start to grow on you.
Dolce & Gabbana Rocks Hot Pink Ribbon Suede and Rhinestone Necklace DJ0465 Price: 85.99 Retail Price: 155.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Rocks Hot pink suede ribbon and rhinestone necklace.Model NumberDJ0465 Size Women’s Materials Suede and gold tone base metal Dimensions 6mm wide x 27inches long Closure Ribbon forms a tie clasp Finish Polished	Dolce & Gabbana Rocks Black Suede Ribbon Gold Tone and Rhinestone Necklace DJ0466 Price: 90.99 Retail Price: 165.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Rocks black suede ribbon gold tone base metal and rhinestone necklace.Model NumberDJ0466 Size Women’s Materials Gold tone base metal and suede Dimensions 6mm wide x 27inches long Closure Ribbon forms a tie clasp Finish Polished	Dolce & Gabbana Goldtone Metal White and Light Blue Rhinestone DJ0467 Price: 119.99 Retail Price: 225.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Put the finishing touch on your look with this pretty bracelet by D&G.Model NumberDJ0467 Size Women’s Materials Goldtone base metal chain and light blue and white rhinestone Closure Lobster claw clasp Dimensions Pendant: 16mm wide x 6mm thick x 20mm long, Chain: 9.5 inches total length Finish Polished	Dolce & Gabbana Bubble Silver Tone Chain and Plastic Necklace DJ0595 Price: 90.99 Retail Price: 165.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Bubble silver tone chain and plastic necklace.Model NumberDJ0595 Size Women’s Materials Silver tone base metal and plastic Dimensions Pendants:18mm wide x 4mm thick, chain: 2mm thick x 23.5inches total length (incl. closure) Closure Lobster claw clasp Finish Polished	Dolce & Gabbana Baroque Gold Tone Heart and Red Bead Ring DJ0600 Price: 46.99 Retail Price: 85.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic Add a touch of style to your wardrobe with this Dolce and Gabbana Baroque gold tone heart and red bead ring.Model NumberDJ0600 Size Women’s Materials Gold tone base metal Dimensions Heart pendant: 7mm thick x 15mm long, ring band: 3mm thick Other Size 7 Finish Polished
Dolce & Gabbana Goldtone Metal Glitter Necklace DJ0642 Price: 299.99 Retail Price: 650.00 Ships Immediately 100% Authentic You’ll look lovely in this glitzy necklace by D&G.Model NumberDJ0642 Size Women’s Materials Goldtone base metal with D&G logo all over Dimensions Chain: 41 inches total length Finish Polished

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September 3, 2009

Some really cool wedding gifts and Wedding Favors. Really Cool Stuff.

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: favors, gift, gifts, perfect gift, wedding favor, wedding favors, Wedding Gift, wedding gifts, wedding present, wedding supplies, wedding supply — rollerbladerdc @ 1:25 am

Soo after looking at the Worlds Largest Gummy Bear post I did yesterday, I couldn’t help but look through that store and find even more cool stuff that you cannot live without. Well you could live without them easily, but after you see them you will not only want to have them, but you will probably whip out your credit card and order them not only for yourself, but also for someone who immediately comes to mind when you see these products. The things at the store that these come from are just seriously cool and everything I see something new there I immediatelly think of someone that that would make the perfect gift for so this holiday season, I know can you believe the holidays are only a couple months away, I know where I am going to start my holiday shopping for all my friends and most of my family.

Anyways, I know I didn’t mention the name of the store below, but that is because I want you to click on the images and links below and find the store for yourself. All of the links and pictures will take you directly to that product page at this store and when you start looking around you are going to fall in love with it just as much as a I did. They have some of the coolest wedding gifts on earth and I even found some stuff that is cheap enough that you could use them as really cool wedding favors for all of your guests. I love these for wedding gifts and know that you will to.

Visit the store below and click on the links to find the perfect wedding gift for gay and straight weddings, as well as the perfect birthday and other holiday gifts.

Port-O-Pong Portable Beer Pong Table – $ 49.95

OK, I haven’t played beer pong since college and when I saw this beer pong table and portable beer pong table I went crazy. I thought of my straight best friend who loved this game and probably still plays it every chance he gets. Perfect for a Bachelor or Bachelorette Party, this is an awesome wedding gift to give before the wedding.

“The Port-O-Pong Portable Beer Pong Table is to the drinking game industry what airplanes are to the transportation industry. Big claim? You bet! The Port-O-Pong makes playing beer pong possible no matter where you are. Simply blow up your new inflatable beer pong table and you’re off to the races.With the Port-O-Pong, you can play beer pong in the pool or set it on a small table. If there’s nothing to rest it on, use the four pieces of rope to hang it from the ceiling or a tent. The tough construction means your rowdy friends won’t ruin your portable beer pong table. But, if for some reason the Port-O-Pong suffers a small puncture, two repair patches are included with your beer pong table. ”

Levitating Globe – $ 49.95

Do you have an office in your home? Does the couple who is getting married or do you have a boss you need to kiss up to? This is an awesome and really cool centerpiece or conversation piece for a coffee table. Buy this for the person for their work desk or office or their home office and their living rooms or just buy it for fun for a unique and really cool gift.

“Harnessing the power of Castle Grayskull, the manufacturers of this desk globe have created a levitating world. Coincidentally, you too can harness this power by simply plugging your Magnetic Levitating Globe into a standard electrical outlet.Powerful magnets at the top and bottom of the globe allow it to suspend gracefully in mid-air. ”

Beer Pouch Sweatshirt with Hood – $ 35.95

I saw this sweatshirt and absolutely thought of Joanne who got married to her partner Melissa and needed to buy one for her. Not only is she a beer drinking bull dyke, but she loves sweatshirts and this one is perfect for her. I hope she doesn’t read this before the holidays hahahah. Anyways, this is the perfect gift for anyone who likes beer, bull dykes, men, women and everyone in between.

“Finally! You can carry around a beer while leaving your hands free to high five a complete stranger in the stands, carry more beer, or operate your hands-free cellphone. The Beer Pouch Sweatshirt is perfect for sporting events, picnics, and really boring offices.Features a 30 square inch pouch with elastic band and an insulating liner to keep your beer ice cold. The pouch can stretch to accommodate soda cans, bottled water, and even cans of soup and bottles of whipped cream. ”

Marshmallow Bow and Mallow – $ 29.95

I just thought that this was cool as hell. I love this and would probably buy it for myself if I didn’t think I would end up using it way to often or that my friends would shoot marshmallows all over my house and I would need to clean up every time they came over…and find marshmallows for years after they leave. This is a cool gift and present and if you have a friend with kids and need to get back at them for anything, this is the perfect gift that the kids will love and the parents will get used too. lol.

Any toy that can weaponize a marshmallow is a must-have in our book. The Marshmallow Bow & Mallow is just like a traditional bow and arrow set except for the whole shooting-your-eye-out and permanently-bruising-your-hand-from-string-whiplash parts.The Bow and Mallow can shoot up to 30 feet and can hold 25 mini marshmallows in its magazine. For ages 6+.

Dry-Erase Photo Magnets – $ 7.95

These are awesome wedding favors. I love them and if you would print a copy of a photo of each of the guests or even of yourself and your partner and put it on the table for dinner then let them fill out the captions and post the pictures and magnets on a board or the wall, then take a couple home too you have just created a fun and interactive and creative wedding favor that you can keep for a memory and they can still take home to enjoy.

“Step 1: Take an incriminating photo of a friend. Step 2: Stick it on your fridge with a Dry-Erase Photo Magnet and let the “”Caption this Photo”" contest begin!Each set of Dry-Erase Photo Magnets includes 14 magnetic speech bubbles as well as a dry-erase marker. ”

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September 1, 2009

Giant Gummi Bears, The Perfect Gift. Red Green or Blue Giant Gummi Bears

Filed under: Wedding Gift — Tags: favors, gift, gifts, Wedding Gift, wedding gifts, wedding present — rollerbladerdc @ 10:26 pm

Worlds Largest Gummy Bear

Worlds Largest Gummi Bear

I saw this product at one of my favorite online gift shops for fun and cool gifts and fell in love with this one. Not only are these Giant Gummi Bears the size of 88 regular gummi bears and made of the same material as about 1400 I think it said on their website, but I am loving the Giant Gummi Bear and think it is absolutely perfect for a wedding gift or a gift for any other gift you need. These are the coolest things I have seen and if you know anyone that is a gummi bear nut who loves them and other gummi candies or someone who wants something cool that they haven’t ever seen before this makes the perfect gift. The Giant Gummi Bears come in three colors and if you click on the link next to the Blue one in the picture, you’ll be taken to a site where you can buy these huge gummi candies and pick which one you want in either Blue Red or Green. I love this product for a gift and although I was going to do a necklace or something nice for my mom for this holiday season, I think I am going to have to splurge just a little bit because this is just such a cool gift that you can give and get people to go crazy over it and it will also become the talk of the party and pretty much everyone will ask where they got it from and what they will say is that you gave it to them and you can be the kick ass gift giver at the party and the center of attention. These also make perfect Christmas and Hanukah gifts for your kids because they come in green red and blue so if you’re jewish you can give your kids or guests the Giant Bue Gummi Bear and if you celebrate Christmas you can give the Green or Red ones away to your kids for stocking stuffers or as a gag gift tht they can enjoy. Anyways, these make the perfect gift for a wedding or the holidays or whatever. I love these and know that your guests or friends will love them too.

Giant Gummy Bear – $ 9.95 “Candy lovers rejoice! The Giant Gummy Bear on a Stick represents the most delicious candy confection that man has ever produced. Hand made (with gloves on) in the US, the Giant Gummy Bear is 88 times larger than a standard gummy bear. Each Giant Gummy Bear weighs half a pound and comes on a stick for easy, mess-free snacking.Available in several flavors.P.S. The cost to ship two Giant Gummy Bears is about the same as shipping one. Check out the “”Get Shipping Quote”" link above. “ They also have giant gummi bears that are over 1440 gummi bears in size that aren’t on sticks and can be set down to stand up. Click the link above and you’ll be able to go to the site that sells these and be able to enjoy them too.

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August 30, 2009

Thirsty Coasters Wine & Drink Coasters Wedding Gifts

Filed under: Wedding Gift — Tags: perfect gift, Wedding Gift, wedding gifts, wedding present, wine — rollerbladerdc @ 5:05 pm

So I found this new store online and although I haven’t shopped there myself yet, I did look through their catalog and started to fall in love with some of their products and since I just moved back to DC (which is why I haven’t been posting as much and apologize) I am going to need new coasters since I ditched all my furniture and have to buy new furniture.

So anyways, I saw an ad online for this company that sells drink coasters and drink accessories called Thirsty Coasters (before you start searching for them, just click on any of the product links below and you’ll be taken to their site and see the products from Thirsty Coasters) and started to fall in love with them. As you all know I love wine and the first section I was looking through was their wine coasters and love how they have everything from modern wine coasters to vintage and antique looking wine coasters. They also have wine accessories and wine sets which I love too. However they also have about a million more categories of Coasters for your house and beverages. The best part is they also have a wedding section so I am also able to share some of my favorite coasters from Thirsty Coasters which I think make a great wedding gift or even for use while you have guests at your house for your wedding and wedding party. Actually, if your friends or family members who are getting married enjoy beer or wine or bought new furniture or don’t have coasters, when you see how amazing and fabulous all of these coasters look, coasters from thirsty coasters really do make the perfect wedding gift for your family and friends and their furniture will thank you for it since you’ll be helping to protect it. I highly recommend shopping at thirsty coasters and once I finally pick out some living room furniture, I’ll be shopping there as well.

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Wine Label Sauvignon Blanc
Price: 20.99

Ok, for those of you who like the rustic looking type of decorations but also with a modern twist on the design, these wine label coasters are probably for you.

I love the colors of them and they will match just about any room or type of furniture and are perfect for entertaining and if you are a white wine drinker, these are great for you as they will match. You could always drink red wines and use these coasters, but a couple of the wine coasters below may be better for you.

Wine Label – Pinot Grigio
Price: 20.99

I don’t really like these ones as much since the color scheme wouldn’t match anything I would buy, however I do know a ton of people who these coasters would look amazing with in their houses and in their kitchens.

I do like the way these look and do like the design, but for me the color is off and just not the right scheme for me.

They do make great gifts and are perfect for people who like white wines.

Glass Coaster Set – Wine Time
Price: 15.99

Ok, I love these coasters for a wedding gift. They are unique different and make a perfect art set for your wine.

Any wine lover would love to get these glass drink coasters as a wedding gift and I think that they are absolutely perfect for anyones wedding if they are a wino or not.

These can be used for parties, for dinner for a patio or really anything but since they are glass, keep them in a safe place because you don’t want to break them as they are a really cool gift for a wedding or any occasion.

Rock Coaster Holder – Wine Tasting
Price: 9.99Holds 4 Thirstystone Coasters

This is something that I want and will end up buying from Thirsty Coasters. I love these wine coaster themed coaster holder and it looks perfect in almost any kitchen, and on any granite countertop or any modern or classic styled kitchen. It even works in country styled kicthens.

Wine Bottle Arch Holder
Price: 30.99

This is a cute wine bottle holder and it is cute for just about anyone. It is different and fits great on a table or countertop for the wine lover or occasional drinker.

Although it may not be everyones taste, it does make a great gift and is kind of cool to be able to set out.

Wine Bottle Tote with Coasters
Price: 30.99

Ok I love this. A wine tote with coasters.

This is perfect for everything from cookouts to picnics, barbeques and pretty much everything else that you need to take wine with you to and need something to set your glasses on. I love the coasters and the tote and think it is the perfect gift as well.

It is unique and different and something that most people don’t even think of but something that all of the sudden ends up coming in handy. This is a perfect gift for any wedding.

Wine Bottle Holder – Ostrich
Price: 20.99

This is a cute and modern wine bottle holder that makes a good gift or just good for you around the house. I don’t really have much to say about it, but if you like it, go for it.

Wine Country
Price: 20.99Beverage Coaster Set: “Wine Country”

This drink coaster set is from the Dining & Entertaining coaster collection at Thirsty Coasters. I love these wine coasters and am going to buy them for my dad for the holidays I think.

Each year I get him something wine related and these are the perfect gift for him and him and his wife are going to absolutely love them and they will it perfectly into theme with the wine coaster holder from above.

Each Set has four Natural Sandstone Absorbent Beverage Coasters and they are all cork-backed to help protect yur furniture, and look great on any table or bar!

Each coaster is 4 inches in diameter, so they are perfect for all sized glasses and cups.

These coasters are the best natural product available for absorbing messy drips from the bottom of drink glasses. The absorbent sandstone provides natural beauty, function and is lead-free. Only earth-friendly inks are used. Natural cork backs each drink coaster to protect furniture. Coasters are shipped to you or your gift recipient in recyclable packaging to help protect the environment.

Nostalgic Wine Labels
Price: 20.99Beverage Coaster Set: “Nostalgic Wine Labels”

I love these coasters as well. They are perfect for antique kicthens or for wine lovers that like rustic looks and feels.

Each Set of 4 Natural Sandstone Absorbent Beverage Coasters is cork-backed to protect furniture, and look great on any table or bar!

Our drink coaster sets make an excellent gift for any occasion!

Each beverage coaster is 4 inches in diameter, making our coasters suitable for even larger drink glasses. A set of four coasters weighs approximately 1.5 lbs.

These drink and beverage coasters are made in the USA from 100% natural sandstone. Our coasters are the best natural product available for absorbing messy drips from the bottom of drink glasses. The absorbent sandstone provides natural beauty, function and is lead-free. Only earth-friendly inks are used. Natural cork backs each drink coaster to protect furniture. Coasters are shipped to you or your gift recipient in recyclable packaging to help protect the environment.

Wine Tasting
Price: 20.99Beverage Coaster Set: “Wine Tasting”

This drink coaster set is from our Dining & Entertaining coaster collection. The perfect home accent piece for any kitchen, dining room, or bar!

Each Set of 4 Natural Sandstone Absorbent Beverage Coasters is cork-backed to protect furniture, and look great on any table or bar!

Our drink coaster sets make an excellent gift for any occasion!

Each beverage coaster is 4 inches in diameter, making our coasters suitable for even larger drink glasses. A set of four coasters weighs approximately 1.5 lbs.

Each coaster set will have natural variations of the sandstone color and patterns, and these desirable characteristics make these coasters popular for coffee cups, cocktail glasses, wine glasses, iced tea and soda glasses. In fact, any type of cup or glass benefits from sitting atop a decorative, high quality Thirstystone beverage coaster.

Our Coasters are Proudly made in the United States!

Wine Toast I
Price: 20.99Beverage Coaster Set: “Wine Toast I”

This drink coaster set is from our Dining & Entertaining coaster collection. The perfect home accent piece for any kitchen, dining room, or bar!

Each Set of 4 Natural Sandstone Absorbent Beverage Coasters is cork-backed to protect furniture, and look great on any table or bar!

Our drink coaster sets make an excellent gift for any occasion!

Each beverage coaster is 4 inches in diameter, making our coasters suitable for even larger drink glasses. A set of four coasters weighs approximately 1.5 lbs.

Our Coasters are Proudly made in the United States!

Wine & Cheese
Price: 20.99Beverage Coaster Set: “Wine & Cheese”

This drink coaster set is from our Dining & Entertaining coaster collection. The perfect home accent piece for any kitchen, dining room, or bar!

Each Set of 4 Natural Sandstone Absorbent Beverage Coasters is cork-backed to protect furniture, and look great on any table or bar!

Our drink coaster sets make an excellent gift for any occasion!

Each beverage coaster is 4 inches in diameter, making our coasters suitable for even larger drink glasses. A set of four coasters weighs approximately 1.5 lbs.

Our Coasters are Proudly made in the United States!

Wine & Fruit
Price: 20.99Beverage Coaster Set: “Wine & Fruit”

This drink coaster set is from our Dining & Entertaining coaster collection. The perfect home accent piece for any kitchen, dining room, or bar!

Each Set of 4 Natural Sandstone Absorbent Beverage Coasters is cork-backed to protect furniture, and look great on any table or bar!

Our drink coaster sets make an excellent gift for any occasion!

Each beverage coaster is 4 inches in diameter, making our coasters suitable for even larger drink glasses. A set of four coasters weighs approximately 1.5 lbs.

Wine Barrels
Price: 20.99

Wine Cellar
Price: 20.99

Wine Country Sandstone Trivet
Price: 12.996 inch natural sandstone trivet
Can be used for hot or cold beverages, pots, or pans
Absorbs heat and moisture
Rubber feet to protect furniture

Wine Tasting Sandstone Trivet
Price: 12.996 inch natural sandstone trivet
Can be used for hot or cold beverages, pots, or pans
Absorbs heat and moisture
Rubber feet to protect furniture

Wedding Bells Placecard
Price: 10.99

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July 18, 2009

Watches from Love and Pride, A Perfect Wedding Gift

Filed under: Groom and Groomsman,Jewelry,Mens,Wedding Gift — Tags: groom, Jewelry, love and pride, watches, Wedding Gift — rollerbladerdc @ 6:43 pm

So I just realized something,,,I have been affiliated with Love and Pride for a very long time but I never actually recommend anything from them and I feel pretty horrible about that. Love and pride has been an online retailer for many years for the gay community and they have some fantastic products for the gay community and I do believe still support us, so it is my turn to support them and start sharing some of their fabulous product lines with all of you.

Anyways, I was looking through their catalogs online and I found some fabulous looking watches that I didn’t know they even carried and the first thing that came to mind is why not recommend this as a great wedding gift idea for your Groom or Butch Lesbian Bride. These watches from Love and Pride are gorgeous and if your partner and soon to be husband or wife are anything like my ex and always running late, well, now they won’t have an excuse with their new watch. Especially on your wedding day when being late to the altar is absolutely unacceptable.

Now, on a quick note, I was reading through the descriptions and they were writing it is about piece and messages and all this other crap, well in reality, these are seriously cute watches so instead of reading into what they have for the descriptions, think about how cute they are and how fabulous they will look on your partner.

If you see a watch you like in this post, please feel free to click on it or the buy now button and you will be taken to that watch on the Love and Pride site where you can buy one for yourself or see the other watches that they carry. I am loving the love and pride watches and I am sure some of you will too.

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March 8, 2009

Gifts for the Family. Father of the Groom TShirts, Hats and More.

Filed under: Father of the groom — Tags: Father of the groom, Wedding Gift — rollerbladerdc @ 5:35 pm

So I am loving this product line from The Knot. They have products for just about everyone in the family. The products I want to show you today are unique because they are not something you will normally find or see. They are the Father of the Groom collection. Most times when you think of weddings and fathers, you think of the father of the bride, however there is also just as strong of a bond between fathers and their sons when their son is about to get married.

Dad’s are just as proud of their boys getting married and most of them have some pretty fantastic rituals they go through. It’s the whole, Son, My dad on my wedding day told me, or Just like my Father’s Father on his wedding day, or even the beer or outing to play golf or just to have your one on one sit down. Sure, the bride or Mom is more inclined to buy these, but every dad everywhere who loves his son will smile (at least in private) when they get these gifts and really be proud of the fantastic job he did raising his son.

Father of the Groom Tshirt

The Father of the Groom Tshirt is one of my favorites. It is a great way for a Father to not only feel proud of his son and show his support, but it also allows him to embarras his boy a bit on his boy’s big day. Lets face it, Dad’s love to show off so why not give your old man a nice way to do it and show that he is happy for you and your partner.

At just $14.95 per shirt, this tshirt that comes in large or xtra large is a steal. It is a 50/50 Cotton Blend and unfortunately only comes in black. I really think they should offer it in white as well.

Father of the Groom Hat

So here is the Perfect Comliment to the Father of the Groom Shirt above. It is the Father of the Groom Baseball Hat.

This black hat is a fantastic way to let your dad go crazy over your big day and show that he is not only proud of his son (or lesbian daughter depending on her butchness), but he is also supportive of his choice in partners to marry. This hat is perfect to match the tshirt above and is certainly the perfect accessory for any proud father.

At just $12.95, this baseball father of the groom hat is a steal and a must have for any happy or proud dad. This is a one size fits all baseball hat and is a blend of polyester and cotton. It is a must have for any father of the groom.

So I love this gift series and highly encourage you all to pick it up for the whole family. It seriously makes a jewish mother proud and the jewish father know he has a mench. BTW, you don’t have to be jewish to enjoy these, my best friend just walked in which is where that came from. =0).

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Who said getting crabs is a bad thing? Give Your Friends Crabs.

Filed under: food,Wedding Gift — Tags: food, gifts, Wedding Gift, wedding gifts — rollerbladerdc @ 5:14 pm

So I am loving this post. I have had a hellish few weeks at work (you don’t even want me to get started on all the stuff I am dealing with) and need a laugh. The thing I also realized is that I really miss the mid atlantic and all the fabulous foods that are there. One food in particular is the Maryland Blue Crab. Those things are delicious and I finally found somewhere online that actually sells them live and whole. Its called the Crab Place.

The Crab Place is your ultimate destination for live maryland blue crabs. These succulent shellfish are perfect steamed, made into crab cakes, fried for a sandwhich and virtually everything else. My preference is all of the above.

The picture above and to the left is the famous Maryland blue crab. By clicking any of the links in this posting, you will be taken to a page where you can order a bushell (usually a dozen or so) of these gorgeous creatures live and fresh. I believe the picture above is the Male Blue Crab (You can tell whether they are male or female by looking at their bellies and seeing something falic or female. It’s pretty cool. The ones in the picture I think are the select male and are delicious.

The crab place sells multiple sizes and quanitities of the gourmet treats. They have a mixed Female Basket, the Jumbo Female Blue Crab Bushel ranging from 5 3/4″ to 7″, select males from 5 – 5 3/4″, Premium Jumbo Male Blue Crabs from 5 3/4″ – 6 1/2″ and finally the king of the Maryland Blue Crabs the colossal Male Blue Crab from 6 1/2″ and up.

These Crabs are the kind you love to get from your boyfriend or girlfriend. I mean, they not only make a tastey meal, but you can call all your friends and family and say, Hey Mom, you were right, my partner is trouble, he/she gave me crabs and they are delicious. Did you ever think you could tell your best friend that you got crabs and you want to share??? Oddly enough they will probably be happy to share your crabs with you. You basically see where I am going with this. Getting and Giving Crabs no longer has to be a bad thing,,,,well in this case and there are a ton of fabulous and funny jokes that go along with it. I highly recommend ordering crabs and giving crabs as gifts from The Crab Place to all your friends, family and loved ones. Wouldn’t it also be cool to be able to say to the Groom or Bride that you gave their partner crabs just before the wedding….hehehhe I couldn’t resist. Click here to order!

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February 16, 2009

Monogrammed Red and White Wine Glasses – Love it!

Filed under: Wedding Gift — Tags: Wedding Gift, wedding gifts, wine — rollerbladerdc @ 11:46 pm

monogrammed red wine glasses

So back to one of my very favorite wedding supply, gift and favor vendors. Beau-Coup. It is freaking cold out here again which means I am not heading to a happy hour for a drink. I mean, why would I when I have a fantastic wine collection and friends who will come over to join me for a glass or ten. I also always like to make things unique or original which is where these next products fit in. They are seriously the perfect wedding gift, The are the monogrammed or personalized wine glasses from Beau-Coup.

I seriously love a glass of wine in the evening. I always switch between reds and whites, but the one thing that remains the same is the fantastic feeling of that fermented goodness which stimulates all of my senses. Last night I have one of my favorite reds, a Barolo from Stefano Farina vintage 2006 which was fantastic! I also had the pleasure of enjoying it from a wine glass similar to the one in the picture to the left. I am actually going to order this glass set in a short minute when I get done reviewing them, as I am ready for a new set of glasses with the new season (I take my wine a bit too seriously).

I personally think that these monogrammed red wine glasses are the perfect wedding gift for anyone,,,,especially winos. They are the right size to air your wine and they have a fabulously classic and classy look to them. I also love the font they use when placing your Monogram on the glasses. I mean seriously, look how fabulous these personalized red wine glasses are. Most people love to entertain and while hosting an event, wine is almost always in abundance, What better gift to get the happy couple or even someone for any occasion than a personalized set of Red or White wine glasses. I highly recommend this as the perfect classy and uniquely classic gift with a twist for the happy couple on their big day. Trust me, when the wedding is over, and you are hanging out at their house, they are going to not only offer you a glass, but thank you for the cool present that makes them look like the hip and trendy couple with class. Click here to order your personalized red or white wine glasses from Beau-Coup today!

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February 11, 2009

PeoplePlatters.com – A cute and unique wedding gift.

Filed under: Uncategorized,Wedding Gift — Tags: Wedding Gift — rollerbladerdc @ 2:08 am

PeoplePlatters.com Gay Couples Plate

So I stumbled across this site called PeoplePlatters.com. Although I am not one who usually likes crafts, to see a company that is not only creative, but also embraces and respects people from all walks of life, I could not resist.

PeoplePLatters.com offers a fabulous selection of platters with people on them. I saw they had a wedding section and when looking through, I also found a gay wedding plate selection. I absolutely fell in love with them. (Heck, I even pulled an image from the site and uploaded it here to show you a sample of one of their two grooms designs (with permission of course)).

One thing I am noticing more and more online is that people are now adding in and embracing the gay community and even building out sections of their websites specificially for gay couples and gay weddings. A few years back, you would come across crafting sites with unique gifts and never even come close to seeing something gay. Now, almost everywhere you look, someone is promoting pride something or celebrating their gay friends and offering gay products. It really shows how we as Americans and Humans have begun progressing and growing. We are in a more open and accepting world and I for one applaud sites like PeoplePlatters.com for helping to support people of all backgrounds and life styles.

Now, if you click one of the links above, you will instantly be taken to a landing page with all of their gay marriage platters. You’ll find plates and platters for Homosexuals, Lesbians, with rainbows, with champagne and more. These platters are pretty unique and honestly make a fun and playful gift for a wedding. I’d probably use it for an appetizer plate for a post wedding rehersal party. Anyway you look at it, People Platters gay couple platters make a fun arts and crafts type of wedding present that many people will enjoy.

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