Best Gift Steak

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:01:19 +0000

It's been a long while since I posted due to my pregnancy. Apologies for those that wrote so many notes and emails to me asking about my site ... this blog is still as alive and well. I recently did an interview segment with Better Morning Show which broadcasts around the country on Valentine's Day gifts for men. As a Luxury Lifestyle Expert, you'd think I know there is all to know about gift giving to the boys in our lives ... put it this way, I got these one of a kind, rare car light bulbs that my husband said he had wanted as part of his Christmas gift and I'm still being laughed at to this day. In any case, here is a list of fun items that will hopefully inspire you to a wonderful gift for the man in your life this Valentine's Day:

For the Bar Enthusiast. Why not give the gift of beer to your love one. Better yet, recreate a bar scene at home with a Beer Tender. Invite his friends over and play bartender for the night (with finger foods of course!). He will sure be pleased not only for the gift but also your effort and thoughtfulness.

For the Man with a Sweet Tooth.
Chocolate giving doesn't have to be boring as it sounds ... spice it up with fantastic gift packages from Vosges Chocolat. Here is something else ... heard of bacon & chocolate? Here is a gift set that men (and women) won't be able to resist.

For the Raod Traveler.
On New Year's Day - 2am, my husband and I were stuck with a flat tire. Roadside Assistance was going to take about two hours before they can come rescue us. If it wasn't for a friendly police officer, we would have been stranded till the wee hours in the middle of no where. Why not give yourself a piece of mind that in such unfortunate situations, your love one will have the proper safety tools in his trunk and that he will be home safe at the end of the night. This Emergency Kit has everything from jumper cables to hazard signals ...

For He Who Loves Relaxation. A lot of men would love a good massage but are intimidated to walk into a spa setting where they are put in robes. After all, unlike us girls, they don't have the "drill" down packed. That doesn't mean you can't give him a gift of pampering. Hire a mobile spa party like Sparties where they will come to your home and customize a party or day of pampering for you and your man. Better yet, invite another couple and have a double date/spa party! Sparties will actually transform your space into an actual spa with relaxing aromas and beautiful decor. All you have to do is sit and relax.

For the Foodie. My husband and I love steak or a dinner at a good restaurant. We are fortunate enough to have the freshest foods and the best chefs at our disposal in New York City. But for those that simply like to stay at home for dinner or are on a budget, here is the best solution. Gift him the gift of steak! Order a fantastic meal that would have cost you over $200 at fine restaurants and have it delivered right to your door. Whip up a three course meal of filets mignon and lobster tails (Surf & Turf) and end with piping hot chocolate souffle! Not into cooking? Purchase a gift card for a steak subscription that he can use at his leisure. Worried about quality of a home delivered meal ... well Allen Brothers Steaks is my go to delivery site for meat ordering and they are also the go to people for some of the most well known restaurants in the country like Morton's Steakhouse.

For the Expectant Dads. How can I leave this category out?! You've seen our parents do it and you've seen your friends and other new parents do it ... they all run after their children with the best cameras and camcorders so we don't miss a moment of they first of everything - first smile, first crawl, first words ... Gift him this very sleek, Coby camcorder that is compact enough to be carried around and very affordable as well!!

Lastly, here is another wonderful place to get your Valentine's Day (or any day) gifts - Luxe Cause Auctions on Ebay. I have decided to take the annual charity event I founded, Luxe Cause, to a whole new level where everyone can participate. I've gathered wonderful items from my closet as well as closets belonging to my celebrity friends and socialite friends, to have a global auction online all for the name of charity! With this global participation, Luxe Cause, won't stop at making just one child smile or just one man warm. Luxe Cause won't stop at just rescuing one dog from a kill shelter or furthering medical research by one millisecond - though I don't know how much Luxe Cause can do to help, but my goal is to never be satisfied. That said, this is going to be a long term project that will run year round. So the next time you're looking to purchase a gift or designer goods (new or old) please remember to check Luxe Cause Auctions. For Valentine's Day, there are these amazing brand new Moschino cuff links that normally retail for $135!!


Valentine's Day Giveaway. Be a follower and leave a comment for us. On February 15th, we will announce the winners. Here are the items we are giving away:
- Emergency Kit
- Sparties Gift Certificate
- Voges Chocolate Bacon & Chocolate Gift Set
- Moschino cuff links
I just recently tried Omaha Steaks Filet Mignons, and I have to say that I am impressed! My husband and I are pretty picky eaters and we are definitely choosy about our filet mignons. In fact, we really eat filet mignons when we want beef (we're not real fond of other types of steaks); and we even use filet when we fondue! I know, I know....

Omaha Steaks are a terrific idea for gifts this time of year, especially for the hard-to-buy-for person. There is a huge variety of products available, and I liked that the website was broken down into types of meat as well as a Gift Center. It definitely makes shopping easy. I recently signed up for their email notifications, and I am amazed by some of the Deals of the Day that they have offered in just the past week or so!

My parents have been buying gifts from Omaha Steaks for years, and they have always been very happy with the customer service and quality of the meats. My grandparents are usually the recipients of these gifts, and I can assure you that they absolutely love everything from the steaks down to the hot dogs!

I am so thrilled to announce that Omaha Steaks wants to giveaway a $50 gift certificate to one lucky tweeter as part of a holiday contest!!! That's right -- a $50 gift certificate! To enter you have to have an account with Twitter. (If you are not already a member, you can sign up here.)

Here's how it works:

1) You must follow @Omaha_steaks on twitter
2) Tweet the contest details using the hashtag #OmahaHoliday -- for example: Enter the @bookingmama giveaway for $50 Omaha Steaks Gift Certificate. Contest ends 12/22/09. #OmahaHoliday - http://tinyurl.com/yzugmut
3) Leave a comment with a valid e-mail address telling me that you completed steps 1 and 2

This contest will be open until December 22, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. ET; and I will notify the winner the following day. U.S. and Canadian addresses only so the products will be fresh; however, Omaha Steaks only ships overnight within the U.S. In addition, there are some products that can't be shipped to Canada because of trade restrictions. Good luck!

A huge thanks to Omaha Steaks for providing my family with a box of Omaha Steaks Filet Mignons.

Mini Gift Bags

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:01:03 +0000

Hi, Its Monday again, how did that happen? To see all the blogs taking part in the {ippity} blog hop visit the main {ippity} blog here

I have a couple of projects to share today. The first is one of many notebooks I made yesterday, I do love my Bind-it-all! I like making little notebooks, this is actually quite large for me :)


The paper was just some fairly thin single sided paper from my stash and I used the fab flower stamp from 'Because of you'.

This second project is a mini book. In a few weeks time I will be running a small class as my local craft village, one of the project I am going to demonstrate is this super easy mini book, with a matching gift bag - Mother's day is mid march so quite good timing.

The book itself is made of one sheet of double sided paper and is folded to have little pockets for tags on some pages, it is called a maze book apparently. The inside is currently blank, I am thinking of leaving it so just for demo purposes so people can generate their own ideas for arranging pictures and decorating.

This last pic is of the back of the book, that flower again and the sentiment on the front from the same set.

As always thanks for looking, if you still need to get your hands on some {ippity} see all the sets down the right hand side of the blog, only one week until the new release!!!

Emily x

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Welcome Gifts

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:00:50 +0000

A fruit basket will brighten the day of someone in your life. Whether they are recovering from an illness or just in need of a “pick-me-up,” they will really enjoy it!

Fruit gift baskets are typically made with various fruits organized with ribbons and  bows to decorate them. Customizing a fruit basket can be easy! Make the gift of a  fruit basket mean more by decorating it with things they like and the fruit they love!

If the person that you are going to give the fruit basket to loves strawberries and kiwi, fill it up with those two fruits and they are sure to love it. What is their favorite color? Chose ribbons in their favorite colors or pick some ornaments that fit the theme that you are going for to decorate the basket.

The gift of flowers is a very common gift. Flowers usually set on a desk or counter and look beautiful until the petals begin to wither. While they are beautiful to look at, they will not get the reaction that a fruit basket will. A fruit basket will really be a surprise.

As a gift for someone recovering from an illness, fruit can not only make them feel better by lifting their spirits. Fruit is full of essential vitamins that can aid them in feeling better and recovering more quickly from their illness.

If you are looking for a gift for one of your coworkers, the fruit basket will be a wonderful idea. They can do so many things with the fruit basket that wouldn’t be possible with flowers. They could share the fruit with the office workers, take it home to their families, or even keep it at their desk and have a healthy snack whenever they want one.

Have you ever wanted to get a gift for your boss but are just not sure what to get him? He would not appreciate a flower bouquet as much as a female boss would. You are not sure if he is fond of a certain sport or team. Why not give him the gift of a healthy fruit basket.

The fruit gift basket is a very versatile gift and will be appreciated and enjoyed by anyone who receives one. When you are considering gifts for that special someone or for that person that you do not know so well, consider the fruit basket. A fruit basket designed particularly for someone is a very unique gift or just simply make it a collaboration of fruit. Either way, it is sure to be enjoyed!

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