Spring Weekend sale @ SistersGiftCompany.com,

                        30 % off on 

                            Easter Decor

                            & 

          Any Rooster Tabletop & Decor

Sincerely,

Helene
SistersGiftCompany.com

Please join us for shopping with a twist on Friday February 26th 2010 as we present "Romantic Roses"

For as long as I can remember, roses have captured a very special piece of my heart. From the gentle scent of the first spring rose, to a delicate hand painted rose on a favorite piece of re-purposed furniture, I love to surround myself with their beauty. In recent years, I've noticed that my love of roses is shared by many others. Collections of roses, real and in art form, abound. New artists strive to paint the perfect rose. Some are reminiscent of the famous rose artists from days gone by. If we're lucky enough to find an antique rose lithograph, it would be displayed in a place of honor above a fireplace mantle or antique brass bed. Vintage postcards with big, beautiful roses are framed and hung on walls or set on side tables.

If you pick up a romantic decorating magazine, you'll find rooms filled with the inspiration of roses. In a bedroom, it may be a rose needlepoint cushion, trimmed in the finest silk, adorning the seat of a boudoir chair. Or perhaps a beautifully stitched heirloom pillow, boasting lavish roses
and lace, to adorn the bed. In a powder room, a porcelain bowl hand painted with gorgeous roses, might be filled with rose petal potpourri.
As I look around my home, I see I have included roses in the décor wherever possible. Vintage tablecloths with colorful roses fill my china cabinet.  Mismatched china pieces decorated with softly faded roses sit on the shelf nearby. Linen pillowcases embroidered with tiny, perfect rosebuds are neatly folded in the linen closet. On my dresser, a pink porcelain rose is tucked into the corner of the vanity tray that once held my mother's prized perfume bottles. The memories of her that the tray brings back are as sweet as the rose itself. Whatever memories roses hold for you, you'll find the perfect rose waiting to capture a piece of your heart at Make Mine Pink.
Joyce Lucas, Founder
Make Mine Pink
Photo Contribution 1: Rose Blossom Cottage | Photo Contribution 2: C'est Chouette | Photo Contribution 3: Victoria Rose Cottage

Just an ordinary Saturday in southern California………we had some great plans! Wake up early, have the traditional Saturday coffee chat with our dear neighbor Chuck and after that, off to look at some pavers for the patio we are building in the back of the house. Well, the coffee chat went well but after that it went downhill, lol!!

We did not manage to get out of the house in time, so when we got down the paver place, it had already closed……..

by this time had we worked up a hunger so we headed over to a local hole-in-the-wall place. It was a beautiful day here today so we decide to sit outside, I had a pastrami and hubby had a delicious barbeque sandwich, yummy!!!

 

We went over to the nursery next door and looked at some plants, the pansies looked great and they had a greenhouse full of palm trees, we just need to get the backyard ready and after that we can go plant shopping. 

 After that did we head over to Kragen,  the local auto parts store for some stuff.

 

Next stop was Sam’s Club, we needed to fix a tire that had nail in it, we found out if you are a member they fix it for free, can’t beat that price!!!

Meanwhile they were fixing the tire we did some shopping, hubby got all excited when he saw the prices of a case of oil (very, very low compared to back in Sweden),

 

 

  

he got so excited he almost passed out, lol!!

 

We did some more shopping and finished with an ice cream sundae………

and to end the day we headed over to the local supermarket Stater Bros to pick up a few more things, this cute M & M girl wished us welcome,

 

I think I know somebody that would love to have her in her M&M collection!!

I picked up some groceries and found dear hubby in the liquor  aisle, he looked like he was up to no good!!!

One last stop at the barbeque sauce section and dear husband had a heck-of -a-time to decide which sauce to pick, way to many choices, lol!! 

Thanks for visiting!

;o) Helene

Shopping with a twist, Friday February 12th

Welcome to Make Mine Pink Friday, Shopping with a twist!

This week’s theme: Roses & Pearls

Make sure to stop by every Friday for some fun shopping!!

Shop in the convenience from your home

and enjoy the savings! 

 

Don’t forget visit all the participating stores at

after rain comes sun!!

rained like crazy over night but after some more rain this morning the sun came through!! 

 

 

the hillsides are so green after the rain we have had lately….

Happy New Year!!

Posh Tots!

Please join us for shopping with a twist on Friday October 16, 2009 as we present "Posh Tots"

Childhood is a time for make believe and today's tots are growing up in affordable elegance that makes everyone believe that with a little creativity, our little ones dreams really can come true. Children of all ages are being dressed in style and nurseries and bedrooms are decorated in luxury thanks to incorporating vintage treasures from yesteryear. At baby showers, we welcome beloved little ones with fashionable outfits and one-of-a kind treasures, like a vintage silver rattle or heirloom dresses and designer clothing made from vintage textiles. Nurseries and children's rooms are decorated with vintage and repurposed items that once considered ordinary, now add a touch of luxury that inspire imagination. You might catch a glimpse of a vintage chenille blanket draped across the crib or a delicate needlepoint pillows set on a chair. Whimsical and chic bootie planters grace a nursery shelf. Vintage hand stitched coverlets, often hung on the wall for display.
For our posh tots, every first is cause for celebration. There's the first birthday, first step, a first tooth. Parents capture all these firsts in photographs and store treasures in keepsake boxes just the right shape for a child's first coat, her first birthday dress or his first birthday suit.
Every child needs a fairy to watch over them at night and keep their dreams sweet. A fairy house night light, magical and enchanting, lets the fairies know they are welcome in this child's special place.. What girl doesn't dream of a fairy tale tea party? Perhaps a tea pot night light adds a Victorian touch to a little girl's room and whisks her off to dreamland.
Do you need something special for a little girl made of sugar and spice? An engraved silver charm for her first piece of jewelry, or paper dolls that are just like the ones you had when you were a child. For little boys made of puppy dogs' tails, lights in superhero colors to string over a headboard or around a window frame. Quilts with dinosaurs, trains, lions, and planes to add adventure to a little boy's room.With the right accessories and a sprinkling of imagination, your special child won't need pixie dust to transform into a posh tot.
Joyce Lucas, Founder
Make Mine Pink
Photo Contribution 1: Sweet Hummingbird Lane | Photo Contribution 2: Mary's Cottage Treasures Photo Contribution 3: Roseblossom Cottage

Pink October Shop Hop

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MMP Shop Hops are a type of contest where you try to find as many MMP “shopping bags” as you can. Each of our participating boutiques (see the list below) has hidden a shopping bag image on its website that says, “You Found It!” on the tag (see image to the left). Click that image to return to Make Mine Pink and get credit for finding it. The more bags you find, the better your chances of winning great prizes. See the prize list below to see what you can win!

Anyone (exluding MMP members and employees) can register to play. There is no cost and no obligation to purchase anything. However, if you do happen to find some products you might be interested in, don't forget to bookmark those pages so that you can come back later! Good luck!

Please join us for our annual Make Mine Pink October Shop Hop Monday October 5th. Pink October is always an exciting time for all of us at Make Mine Pink. It's the month that we try to give back even a little more than usual, while at the same time honoring our friends, family and   customers that have had their lives touched by breast cancer.  Please come and have some fun and take a chance at winning some fabulous prizes. Also check out the participating boutiques to see what they are doing in honor of Breast cancer awareness and PINK OCTOBER.

There is no purchase necessary to participate in the Make Mine Pink - Pink October Shop Hop. Just find the shopping bags on the participating MMP Boutique sites, and enter into a drawing to win the associated prize. The Shop Hop begins on October 5th and ends on October 11th. All winners will be chosen the week of October 11th and the names will be posted next to the corresponding prize.

At the close of the Shop Hop, If you see your name as one of the prize winners, you have one week to send an email to claim your prize. Please email: Info@makeminepink.com - if prizes are not claimed within 7 days - we will draw a second name.

Make Mine Pink Marketing Tote - Find 5 Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

Make Mine Pink Marketing Tote

Have fun shopping with your Make Mine Pink marketing tote. Lightweight cotton, folds up easily to tuck away while not in use.

www.Makeminepink.com

5 Bags will be awarded.

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Halloween Black Cat Soldered Charm - Find 7 Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

Halloween Black Cat Soldered Charm

This Halloween Cat with a Pumpkin Soldered Charm measures 1.5 x 1 inch and has been embellished with German Glass Glitter ~

www.KatiesRoseCottage.com

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Somerset Life 2010 Calender - Find 10 Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

Stunning art from your favorite issues of Somerset Life to create this limited edition calendar, sure to keep you inspired all year long. This beautiful, full-color calendar includes submission deadlines and release dates, along with information about each featured artist.

www.PetiteBookstore.com

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Antique Copper Cameo Filigree Bracelet and 3 Casual Cameo Purity Soap - Find 15  Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

This antique reproduction filigree cameo bracelet features exquisitely detailed cameo and Swarovski Austrian crystal accents. The one size fits all stretch bracelet has no clasp. Antique copper plated with puple hued cameos.

These elegant full-sized Cameo Purity Soaps are hand-made for us at The Casual Cameo using only the finest quality ingredients and comes in a variety of colors. Individually wrapped.

www.TheCasualCameo.com

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"Believe in Me Journal" Find 17 Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

A lovely vintage inspired journal accented with hints of gold and creamy lace. It measures 7 1/2 x 9 3/4 and includes a coordinating bookmark.

www.noellegarrettdesigns.com/

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"Hand Made Felt Cupcake Pin Cushion" Find 20 Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

This little cupcake will make a most wonderful gift for a collector friend... or yourself! Itsy, bitsy stitches hold the body together and just as small handwork keeps the individual pink decorative crystal beads in place. Sprinkles on the frosting you know! Nancy has made a precious pink rose with green leaves, all out of felt, to top the pastry. Almost good enough to eat! This treat measures approximately 3 inches tall and 2.5 inches in diameter across the top.

www.forgetmenotdreams.com/

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2 Citrouille de Creme Moyenne -  Find 25 Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this Prize. Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

These delightful cream-coloured pumpkins are a  truly exquisite creation using hand-coloured velvet (not dyed) with slight variations and texture. These scruptious pieces features a beautiful quality soft velvet with a lovely textured chenille stem and wool felt leaves.

Each pumpkin is a one-of-kind work of art. Extremely limited availability.

www.espritdejoie.com

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Eres Wonderful - Find All The  Bags and be entered into a drawing to win this GRAND prize.Each participating site has one bag hidden - see list below.

A beautiful old needlepoint ~ one of C'est Chouette's all time favorite rescues~ the needlepoint was cut out the frame (or something) and cut at odd angles~ terribly close to the rose~ luckily Sharon was able to save it to create this awesome pillow.

Another fabulous rescue!  Gorgeous@ 17"square

www.CestChouetteHome.com

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* In the event that one of the products is not available at the end of this contest, Make Mine Pink reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value.

** Prizes will be shipped out directly from supplier upon return of confirmation of winner.

*** In the event of an international winner, MMP reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value that is purchased and shipped from winner's country of residence.

Make Mine Pink Employees, boutique owners, and their immediate family members are not eligible to win any of the drawings/prizes.

Where to Look

Here is a list of all of the participating websites. See how many shopping bags you can find. Good luck!

• Angel Heart Designs http://www.angelheartdesigns.com
• Business in THE Bag http://www.businessinthebag.com
• Camellia Cottage http://www.shopcamelliacottage.com
• Candylights http://www.candylights.net
• CarolineAlexander http://www.carolinealexander.net
• C'est Chouette http://www.cestchouettehome.com
• Coeur d'Alene http://www.coeurdalenegifts.com
• Cottage Collections http://www.cottagecollections.com
• Cottage Flair http://www.cottageflair.com
• Esprit de Joie http://www.espritdejoie.com
• Forget Me Not Dreams http://www.forgetmenotdreams.com
• Gail Friend Designs http://www.gailfrienddesigns.com
• Hydrangea Home http://www.MyHydrangeaHome.com
• Katies Rose Cottage http://www.katiesrosecottage.com
• LiL Bit Old * LiL Bit New http://www.lilbitoldlilbitnew.com
• Mary's Cottage Treasures http://www.MarysCottageTreasures.com
• Meadow Street http://www.meadowstreet.com
• Noelle Garrett Designs http://www.noellegarrettdesigns.com
• palepinkandroses http://www.palepinkandroses.com
• Patricia Rose-A Potpourri of Fabric, Fragrance and Findings http://www.patriciarose-apotpourri.com
• Petite Bookstore http://www.PetiteBookstore.com
• Pink Hugs Sweet Shoppe http://www.pinkhugssweetshoppe.com
• polka dot rose http://www.polkadotrose.net
• RME Boutique http://www.rmeboutique.com
• Rose Blossom Cottage http://www.roseblossomcottage.com
• Shabby Shan's Cottage http://www.shabbyshanscottage.com
• Sisters Gift Company http://www.sistersgiftcompany.com/
• The Casual Cameo http://www.thecasualcameo.com
• The Polka Dot Rose http://www.thepolkadotrose.com/
• The Quilt Shoppe http://www.thequiltshoppe.net
• the sassy beach http://www.thesassybeach.com
• Tres Belle Boutique http://www.tresbelleboutique.net

Please join Sisters Gift Company & the Participating Boutiques for shopping with a twist on Friday October 2, 2009 as we present "SIMPLY PINK"

Shades of pink are popping up everywhere. Pink,  once reserved for women's boudoirs and little girl's dresses is now being incorporated into the décor of homes everywhere. Sometimes in hues of summer sunsets, and sometimes bold and bright, pink makes a statement that is impossible to ignore.
Many decorators are "all things pink" fans and put pink in every corner and space - pink furniture, pink curtains, pink accessories. Others' craving for pink is satisfied with just a bit of a favorite shade here and there. You may find a pink pale mirror hanging in the cream colored powder room, an antique pink teapot for tea parties with the girls, or an accent wall painted in a vibrant pink.
Mixing shades of pink makes a room feminine, but the single pink accent in a black and white room can command just as much attention. Towels with pink tatting in a white basket, a miniature pink accent placed on a shelf, or a pink cushion on a contrasting sofa. Even when subtle, pink catches the eye wherever it's used.
Over the past few years, pink has been proclaimed the new black. It's the color that fits in with any theme - from girly to chic, from romantic to modern. Store windows are filled with eye popping pink accessories and furnishings. Designers are using extravagant pink fabrics for whole pieces or to create just a few pink touches. Websites are celebrating pink by selling pink products and giving us ideas for decorating in pink.
What is it about pink that makes us love it so? It's the color of play and delight, yet feminine and strong. It can be whimsical on vintage doll tutus and pink fairy cake pillows. It reflects a bold zest for life when used on larger pieces. It's a reminder of the past on keepsake boxes, and feminine on a ribbon or a rose.
Make Mine Pink represents so much more than just the color pink. It symbolizes women, femininity, strength and calm. Whether you surround yourself with pink or just keep a special pink reminder nearby, pink celebrates life - everything you already are and all your hope for the future.

Joyce Lucas, Founder
Make Mine Pink

Photo Contribution 1: Sew Victorian| Photo Contribution 2: Pei Li's Dollhouse Miniatures|

TIMELESS TEXTILES!

Please join us for shopping with a twist on Friday September 25, 2009 as we present "TIMELESS TEXTILES"

There are some fabrics that never go out of fashion. As the years pass, they grow more beautiful by adding the threads of history to their own. The original colors might fade, but these timeless textiles stay bright with the memory of the hands that created and cared for them.  The stories they know are never truly forgotten when we make room for them in our lives and in our homes.  
A beautiful damask tablecloth used by your grandmother might grace your own dinner table, completing it with memories of the past and those you love. Linen napkins, slightly worn with use over the years, are now a tradition at every family gathering. Somehow, the table never looks complete until one is placed by each setting. Embroidered hankies handed down from your mother add elegance and sentiment to your bedside stand.
These timeless textiles - hand stitched or hand created - can be worked into almost any décor. Monogrammed pillow cases edged with a bit of tatting - perhaps bearing your own initials or a great-grandmother's - grace your beds. A vintage quilt is draped across the back of your sofa. It seemed magical when you found it, and you lovingly mended and washed it, and adopted it as your own. A long lost needlepoint, now rescued and restored, sits elegantly on a boudoir chair, in its rightful glory.
Some textiles are not so old, but they give a feel of yesteryear with a crisp new look. Kitchen curtains crafted from new vintage inspired fabrics hang on a sunny window. Crochet doilies draped over lamps or chair backs add a little extra warmth to a cozy room. A new mini quilt combining delicate hand and machine stitchery is destined to be a future heirloom.
Whether hand crafted, hand created, or stitched by modern machines, timeless textiles mix our stories with those they already know, and will pass them down to generations to come.  
Joyce Lucas, Founder
Make Mine Pink
Photo Contribution 1: Grandma G's | Photo Contribution 2: The Raspberry Rabbits | Photo Contribution 3: C'est Chouette |