UncommonGoods Giveaway

I received a gift bag with a unique item at Blogfest2013 back in May.  It was a corkcicle.   A corkcicle is like a icicle for a wine bottle.  It helps maintain your wine bottle temperature chilled.   See here.  I used the corkcicle several times this summer and loved it.   Then last week, I was reviewing the products on UncommonGoods.  Unknown to me, they carry the corkcicle.  I was excited because I’ve been wanting to get a few more corkcicles for gifts. I fell in love with more of their funky and unique products and a few art pieces, too.

Corkcicle and West Coast IPA Beer Brewing Kit: Perfect for fall entertaining and tailgating.

 

 

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Don’t you just love these modern, transit-inspired prints to update a room?  Here are a few more art pieces that speak to me.

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No room is complete without art.  If you are on the hunt for affordable art,  check out more of their great art selection  here.

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The soaps, wood watch and cufflinks are great gifts for the boys in my life. I’m sure you’ll find something unique and whimsical at UncommonGoods.

To help you with your selection, UncommonGoods is  giving one lucky reader a $50 gift card to UncommonGoods.  For a chance to win, leave a comment on the blog by Monday, September 9, 11:59 PM EST.  and follow me on Twitter at idhomedecor.  The winner will be announced on the blog on Tuesday, September 10.

Through its Better to Give program, UncommonGoods allows you to designate a portion of the purchase price to one of several non-profit organizations it has  selected.  Look for the blue hand icon   throughout the website to find handmade goods.  Good Luck!

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Five Dorm Essentials

I drove my  two sons to college recently.  Making them feel comfortable in their dorm is important for a successful school year. Besides dorm basics, here are five dorm essentials my sons can’t live without.

1.  Honeywell fan: A cool breeze can make all the difference if your dorm has no air conditioner. Found some on sale at Target.

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 2.  Bean bag chairs:  Seating is all about comfort.  Beanbags are practical and stylish for a college dorm: comfortable and easy to move from dorm to common lounge area for TV watching and socializing. Found a couple of patterns from BeanBagBoss.com that my sons would love.

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3.  Keurig Single Shot:  Make them feel right at home with a Keurig single shot with a wide selection of drinks: chi, tea, hot cider, hot chocolate, and coffee. Found this one on sale on Walmart.com.

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4.  Sleep mask: After a long night of studying, they’ll need some sleep.  A sleep mask comes in handy with a roommate. Found this one on Etsy!

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5.  Hand Steamer:  My sons love clothes and looking good.  A hand steamer is easy to use.  It keeps their designer clothes neat and wrinkle free.

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These five dorm essentials will make dorm life more comfortable.  Wishing all your sons and daughters a successful year!

Bean Bag Boss, sleep mask, fan, Keurig, steamer

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Happy Labor Day!

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Summer Blues

It’s hard to believe summer is almost over.   This weekend we’ll celebrate Labor Day. Here is a fun way to hold on to summer: add a few summer blues that remind you of the sea and sky.

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Shop this look here.  Thanks for stopping by.

 

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Happy Monday 8/26/13

Wishing you a wonderful new week!

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Engagement Party Ideas

We had an engagement in our family this summer.  To celebrate the occasion, I’m planning an engagement party in their honor.  This Couture Dreams Chichi tablecloth with individual petals sewn onto the skirt has a  sophisticated and custom feel.

Customizing the engagement party for the couple is key. The couple loves the Hamptons.  A signature drink like the Long Island Ice Tea makes the party a little extra special.

Wedding Signature Drinks Ideas | Weddings Romantique

I want to give my future sister-in-law a  little taste of home with Union Jack cookies for a Royal engagement party.   I’m looking forward to the party and getting them to slow down to enjoy the day.Union Jack cookies for a Royal engagement party

Source: Couture Dreams signature cocktail, cookies

 

 

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Nesting: A Peek Into Fall

Hi, I’m back from driving my sons to college.  I miss them already.  My work has doubled, between getting their dormrooms ready and purging their rooms at home.  All work and no play, is boring. Escaping to the shops for a  peek at what fall has coming is just what I needed.

Camouflage: With the big hit series TV show  Duck Dynasty, camo is popular again.  This camo jacket is a big hit. (That’s what I’m  talking about Si Robertson.)

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We’ll keep seeing more of these: studs, zebra prints, leopard prints, gold and mixed metals.

Burberry Country Animal Studded Clutch Bag Gucci #gold mini skirtBurberry

Herringbone (black and white pattern) and lots of natural woods for a modern look.

Birch   Bird Vintage Home Interiors » Blog Archive » My Kind of Modern - wood + herringbone rug + yellow chairs

More animal inspired tabletop.  Love these  elephant salt shakers.  You’ll also find  china and napkins with zebra print.

Elephant Salt & Pepper Shakers

What about color? indigo, teals and jewel colors are gracing fashion and home décor, but right now I’m loving red.  That’s it for my peek into fall.   What patterns and colors are you loving for fall?

Images: Burberry SaksCamomodern style, salt shakers, red

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Happy Monday: 8/19/13

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Sweet Summer

Summer is almost over.   I’m feeling a little sad that it has gone so fast.  My kids are back to college next week for cross-country pre-season.  We are enjoying a few more days at the beach and good summer food.

Ridgevale Beach, Chatham, Mass. Cape Cod - where I will some day have a second homeJoin me on Pinterest as I capture the joy of summer on my  Sweet Summer Board.

Maine Blueberry muffin ice cream lobster door knocker

Find design ideas, recipes and simple summer pleasures to enjoy.  How are you spending your last few weeks of summer?

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Happy Monday: 8/12/13

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