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Wall Art

December 22, 2009

Wall decals are one of my favourite things to look at on etsy.com To me they look like an easy, inexpensive and unique way to dress up a room and make a bold statement.  I don’t think EBN and I will be in our place for much longer but when we move to our next [...]

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I heart libraries!

December 20, 2009

I must apologize for the long hiatus.  I had to buckle down and finish graduate school.  The good news is I am officially finished!  I must say I am excited by the prospect of a full-time permanent job and a paycheque! People often ask me why I decided to become a librarian.  I started library [...]

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Etsy ABC’s: Around the World in 26 letters

December 9, 2009

You can find things from all over the world on etsy.com!  So enjoy shopping near and far, local or import and find nearly anything you are looking for!  I am starting to worry that this blog is going to turn me into a big of a shopaholic!  Check out all these great finds…Which is your [...]

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All in the Family

December 7, 2009

Last night I had my siblings and in-laws over for dinner and to decorate our tree.  One person was missing, my mom.  I wished she could have been part of our little party but she was stuck at home in the C-Spot.  Although my mom was not there, the evening went off without a hitch and [...]

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Baby it’s Cold Outside!

December 6, 2009

I am not kidding.  The temperature in E-town has dropped to -20 degrees Celsius (-4 degrees Fahrenheit) and it is brisk!  We have had so much snow that EBN and I were nearly unable to make it up our back alley into our parking garage.  The cold weather makes me want to hibernate at home.  [...]

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Great Handmade Giveaways!

December 2, 2009

I have been spending more time on twitter trying to find new artists and unique handmade products to feature on my blog.  Today I came across several awesome giveaways that some of you may be interested in checking out.  I had no idea there was so many great giveaways within the online handmade community.    Who [...]

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December 1: World AIDS Day

December 1, 2009

Today is World AIDS Day.  This is a day about remembering and commemorating those who have lost their battle with AIDS as well as those who continue to live with HIV and AIDS.  It is also about raising money, increasing awareness, fighting stereotypes, misconceptions and prejudice associated with this disease.  My post today highlights artists, [...]

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Vegan Gift Ideas

November 29, 2009

Some of the people I love most are environmentally and socially conscious vegans.  Every time my grandma has them over for dinner I get a phone call asking what they can and cannot eat.  This post is dedicated to my vegans and to my grandma who is always looking for ideas to show “the vegans” [...]

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Handmade Gifts for Under $25

November 26, 2009

As Christmas approaches my contract job is coming to an end and I don’t have as much money to spend on gifts as I usually do. Here are some great handmade gifts under $25. These gifts are unique, memorable and still affordable! Click photos for details. Name Stamped Pendent Name Stamped Pendent by moppetsclosets: A [...]

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