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Gift Giving

{DIY} Heartfelt Mother’s Day Locket

by Nicole on 05.02.2012

Today, I’m excited to share a very thoughtful yet inexpensive DIY project that Michael and I gave to our moms (and his nonny) this past Christmas. Although I couldn’t share it then (didn’t want to ruin the surprise), I feel like these make the perfect Mother’s Day gifts as well! All you need to re-create [...]

Celebrating an Engagement That Isn’t Yours

by Kelsey on 01.24.2012

He asked, she said yes! But no, this isn’t your fairytale (just yet). If another one of your best girls just got engaged and you’re still a single lady, it’s easy to wallow in your insecurities with a bottle of wine and woes of “always a bridesmaid, never a bride.” But doing something fun to [...]

2012 Wedding Gift Guide — Gifts for Those That Make Your Big Day Special

by Nicole on 12.28.2011

It’s finally here — the first annual Plunge Project Wedding Gift Guide! The 2012 Guide has definitely been a labor of love, and we’re excited to finally share with you what the writers of the Plunge Project have spent the past month+ working on! In the pages that follow, you’ll find great gift ideas for [...]

{Pinspiration} 4 Unique Ways to Display Holiday Cards

by Nicole on 12.21.2011

I don’t know about you, but I’m a bit overwhelmed by the holidays at the moment. Between creating DIY gifts, shopping, wrapping and baking (all while still working the 9-5), I’m just ready for Christmas to be here! That being said, I figured I’d make today’s post short, sweet and “Pin-spirational” and share a few [...]

{Deal} Free Express Shipping from Tiny Prints (Get Your Cards by Christmas Eve)

by Nicole on 12.19.2011

Last minute ladies: don’t fret! If you still need to order holiday cards before this weekend’s big event, Tiny Prints has you covered. Today and tomorrow, use the code FS5GIFT for free express shipping (3 days, a $24.95 value) or $5 off super rush shipping (2 business days, pricing will change after first 5,000 orders). [...]

For the Glam Gal – 10 Stocking Stuffers Under $10

by Ashley on 12.19.2011

Shopping for the perfect gift can be challenging, especially if you are shopping for someone who seems to “have it all”, or someone who is so picky you are scared to buy for them! If you are running out of time and feeling the pressure this holiday season, this “go-to” gift guide makes it easy. [...]

{Fab Friday Finds} Holiday Gift Wrap Inspiration

by Nicole on 12.16.2011

Can you believe Christmas is next weekend?! That’s right, I said next weekend! It definitely snuck up on me, and since I’m hand-making lots of gifts this year, I have a busy weekend ahead of me. Thanks to Pinterest, I’ve been getting lots of really great ideas for creative and cute gift wrap this year, [...]

{Buy or DIY} 3 Creative Holiday Card Ideas

by Kelsey on 12.05.2011

Now that it’s the second week of December (can you believe it?!), the holiday season is in full swing, and it’s time to buy a party dress, bake up some treats and send out your Christmas cards! The big day is nearing, but it’s not too late to come up with something great. Depending on [...]

Lindor Truffles: a Staple of the Holiday Season

by Nicole on 11.21.2011

I don’t know about you, but I’m in full-on holiday mode. My DIY presents are in the works, my Christmas decorations are just days away from being unpacked, and holiday treats are making their way into my house. It’d be a bit of an understatement to say I’m pretty excited. On the topic of holiday [...]

{Fab Friday Finds} 4 DIY Gift Ideas

by Nicole on 11.18.2011

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, which means Christmas is not far behind. As a DIY-lover myself (and someone who’s always a little tight on cash), I’m planning to do quite a bit of holiday gift crafting this year. After all, homemade gifts are truly from the heart! While I of course can’t tell you what or [...]

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