This is pretty cool. If you want a personalized favor that is truly different... Jones Soda offers personalized soda bottles. A picture is worth a thousand words. When it's your own photo on your favorite bottle of Jones Soda, it's worth even more.
It's quick and easy. Here's how! All you need is a photo and a quote for the back of the label. Start your order here, online, and for just $29.99 + shipping they will deliver a 12-pack of your favorite Jones Soda flavor with custom photo and quote directly to your door.
P.S. -- This also makes a great Holiday gift for the parents, grandparents and friends. Heck you can even announce your engagement this way : )
Monday, November 19, 2007
Jones Soda ... Personalized Soda with Your Picture and Quote
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Friday, November 16, 2007
When he died, his wife commissioned a sculpture, an expression of love-NSFW
Wow. Equally beautiful and sad.
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Thursday, November 15, 2007
Beveled Candle Vessels ... Great for a Centerpiece!
Hand-blown and shaped in a captivating swirl, our glass trees are created with a core of emerald glass embedded with molten gold accents, and covered with a luminous exterior of clear glass. Place them inside our clear cylinders or arrange elegant, candlelit groupings atop a mantel or buffet.
Elegant Trees and Beveled Glass Set includes: 1 each Large and Small Beveled Glass Cylinders, 1 Beveled Glass Votive Cup, 1 Large Glass Tree, 2 Medium Glass Trees, 1 Small Glass Tree, 2 Ice Scatters and 2 Sets of 6 Mini Hunter Green Floaters.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Sassy Lassy Tampon Cases -- Neato -- Cute Bridesmaids GIfts
These cracked me up : ) And I love them. They do come in handy ... better than having your tampons stuffed in a side pocket of your purse, I say! P.S. These make great gifts!
Some Sassy Lasses
SAUCY Tampon Cases
Add some style to your purse with the dashing damsels on these tampon cases. The mysterious miss, the swingin'est secret agent, and the magnificent mermaid are each dashing, discreet and packed with style - and they can hold all your change and make-up, too. Designed by Karyn Cantor. Made in Los Angeles. $28.00
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
New Newletter Out ... Making Santa Dolls from Your Wedding Gown
The latest edition of Laptop Bride's Newlsetter is out: "Make a Santa from Your Wedding Dress; Using Snow Globes as your Table Centerpiece," and don't forget our previous newsletter which focuses on using Candles as your focal table centerpiece. Click on "Wax on Wax Off - Wedding Candle Table Centerpices."
As always, thanks for looking at our site, and please remember to add us to your address list to ensure you recieve the newsletter.
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Snow Globes Make Wonderful Christmas / Holiday Table Centerpieces
Your table centerpieces DO NOT have to be flowers or candles. If you are looking for something unique that your guests will absolutely oggle over, at your creativity, the uniqueness and beauty, use snow globes. Snow Globes are a mainstay of the holidays. They provide beauty, innocence and childhood reflections of shaking them as children. They are a beauty item of simplicity! The grown up version of the snow globe is beautiful and can be used as an excellent focal point in a decoration. Again, simply use angel hair, a bed of greens (i.e., holly, pine, a wreath) or even a table mirror with some scattered glitter, of a beautiful table runner. Below are some great snow globes available under $50.00 that you can use as a great centerpiece for your table, which in turn makes a nice gift for 1 lucky recipient of the table to take home.
Victorian Family Glitterdomes, Set of Two
(Under $50.00) The set of Victorian Family litterdomes(R) will delight you with their homey scenes and seasonal music. One snow globe contains a family walking home after a day of Christmas shopping. They have gifts to share and hold hands, keeping each other close. This glitterdome plays "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." A colorful base features a village at night, with Christmas lights and decorations enhancing the snow-covered street. The other globe displays a family singing carols. Mother and children hold books while father plays the violin. The dome plays "Silent Night." Lamp post, wreath, and evergreen trees
decorate the background. The base shows a village and country church dusted with snow. Set of Two. Each glitter dome has a glass waterglobe that rests on a resin base.
The San Francisco Music Box Company Double Snowman Collectible Musical Water Globe With Train Double Snowman Collectible Musical Water Globe! Clever Christmas Decor Features Rotating Christmas Tree Inside, Train Outside - There's never been a more adorable, colorful and fun-filled winter wonderland! A happy group
of snowmen has gathered to ride the holiday train and decorate a Christmas tree. Join in on the fun with this double snowman collectible musical water globe with
train that features interior and exterior rotation, with a rotating Christmas tree inside and rotating train outside. You'll be captivated by the fanciful double water globe design of this collectible musical water globe from San
Francisco Music Box Company. This double snowman waterglobe plays the beloved melody "Let It Snow."
Ardleigh Elliott Thomas Kinkade White Christmas Musical Collectible Snow Globe under $50.00!
Thomas Kinkade Christmas Snow Globe Lights Up! Porcelain and Glass Limited Edition Exclusive with 22K Gold Accents! - The lights beckon to you as the silent snow fills the air. This winter scene looks so inviting you'll hope it will never end. It never will when you own the first-ever musical
illuminated snow globe from the Painter of Light, Thomas Kinkade. Peek inside this exclusive Ardleigh Elliott collectible musical snow globe to find a three-dimensional re-creation of one of Thomas Kinkade's beloved Victorian
houses in a swirl of sparkling white snowflakes. Extremely high demand is expected. Order yours now. 2002 Thomas Kinkade, Media Arts Group, Inc. Morgan Hill, CA. All rights reserved. 2002 Ardleigh Elliott This exclusive Ardleigh
Elliott collectible musical snow globe features: * The first-ever musical, illuminated snow globe from the Painter of Light * Handcrafted and hand-painted sculptural details faithfully capture the richness of Thomas Kinkade's original artwork * Snowflakes swirl inside the crystal-clear glass globe when the snow globe is gently shaken * Golden light shines from the house windows at the flick
of a switch * Handcrafted Heirloom Porcelain base is triple-fired with hand-applied underglaze for a lustrous finish * The perimeter of the base displays a two-dimensional winter scene from Thomas Kinkade's "Home for the Holidays" * Gleaming 22K gold rims the snow globe base * Plays the holiday favorite tune of "White Christmas" * Limited to 120 crafting days, so order now * Hand-numbered with a matching Certificate of Authenticity * Measures approximately 4-1/2" high. Christmas Tree Glitterdome
Christmas Tree Glitterdome(R) from Roman, Inc. will fill your home with music and delight. While it plays "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," the resin and glass globe's "snow blowing" feature fills it with swirling wonder. Inside is Santa Claus with a Victorian family of four standing in front of a
large Christmas tree. Dome sits on an ornate brown pedestal. Christmas Tree Glitterdome(R) decoration is made from resin and glass. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use polishes, abrasives, or chemicals.
Musical Pedestal Waterglobes Set, Set of TwoFor a bit of holiday flair, the musical Pedestal Glitterdomes, by Roman Inc., are wonderful resin and glass accents. Sitting on a brown pedestal, each globe features a different scene set to its own music. One displays a snow-covered church among pine trees and plays "White Christmas," while the other has a couple on a sleighride in a snowy woods. It plays "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." Set of Two. Felt on bottom protects furniture. Waterglobes set is made of resin and glass
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From Hot Cocoa to Frosted Glass...Winter Favors to Make You Feel Warm : )
Whether you're hosting a holiday party or having a winter wedding, these glass winter theme wine ... more info.
Set the mood for an enchanting winter wedding with these frosted glass snowflake tea light holders. ... more info.
Our cocktail mixes are the perfect favor for your company holiday party, New Year's Eve party or ... more info.
This contemporary crystal christmas tree will make a fabulous gift for a winter bridal party, ... more info.
Winter is not complete without a cup of hot cocoa. This personalized packet of hot chocolatey ... more info.
We're putting a new twist on the classic Hershey look. You get the same great Hershey taste with a ... more info.
A snowflake wine bottle stopper is an ideal gift for a winter wedding or holiday party. These ... more info.
Give these silver snowflake bookmarks as a gift that is elegant yet functional. Each silver plated ... more info.
Fill your home with these jeweled snowflake votive holders for a winter party sure to dazzle even ... more info.
Having a corporate party or holiday event These snowflake place card holders will definitely ... more info.
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Sunday, November 11, 2007
Personalized Three Kings Christmas Candle... Great as a Centerpiece
Looking for a table centerpiece that's different... this is the one. The Three Kings Christmas Candle. Pretty, personalized, holiday themed . . . simple yet elegant. Spread some holly or evergreen around the bottom and you have a beautiful centerpiece that is eye catching.
Personalized Three Kings Christmas Candle
Includes one 3"x 6" candle personalized with up to 45 letters and spaces.
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Saturday, November 10, 2007
Add a Little Bling to Your Hair . . .
You've done your hair... it's perfect except it needs a little bling.... here's some affordable pins to make that do noticeably in all it's glory!
Giliada's Rhinestone Hair Stick - $ 9.95
Does your hair look beautiful up in a French twist or bun but sometimes something is still missing? Emitations.com has the perfect solution with this silver hairpin with a 6 mm round cut fake diamond center. Just stick this hair pin right in the middle of an updo for subtle sparkle. Giliada's Rhinestone Hair Pin measures 65 mm long and weighs 2.5 gram.
Adla's Hairpin - $ 9.95
Buns aren't just for ballerinas and formal occasions! Summer's warm weather is a great reason to test out new hairstyles that keep your hair out of your face and under control. Why not pull it together with Adla's Hair Pin, and add some pretty bling to your 'do? Brass based metal pins make up the 'stems' leading to a layered silver toned flower. The double layer of petals contain 15 silver rhinestones, all surrounding a rainbow toned rhinestone in the center.
Layla's Rhinestone Hair Pin - $ 9.95
Keira Knightly looked like a diaphanous princess at the Venice Film Festival premiere of her film Atonement thanks in part to a shower of glittering star barrettes in her dark auburn hair. Dress your regal tresses with Layla's Rhinestone Hair Pin! This chignon and French twist necessity gets an extra boost of bling from the dainty flower perched at the end. Brass based metal in silver tones make up the petals and stems, and one clear rhinestone dots each of the five petals. The finishing touch is a rainbow hued AB rhinestone in the center of the hair pin. Perfect for your wedding, prom or any formal dance hair style.
Savannah's Pink Hair Pin - $ 7.99
Does your hair look beautiful up in a French twist or bun but is still missing something? Emitations.com has the perfect solution with this silver hairpin with an 8 mm round cut fake pink diamond center. Just stick it right in the middle of an updo for subtle sparkle. Savannah's Pink Hair Pin measures 65 mm (2.5in) long and weighs 1 gram.
Ilima's Rhinestone Mini Hair Comb Pair - $ 19.99
Wanting to add elegance to your hair-do without weighing down your look? Try a pair of well placed mini rhinestone hair combs. These mini hair combs have two small clear rhinestone flowers flanking one larger, a crystal AB (iridescent coating) central flower and clear rhinestone leaves. Each comb has eight twisted rhodium electroplated wire teeth.
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Labels: accessories, bling, bridal hair, hair, pins, wedding hair
Friday, November 09, 2007
Wax on Wax Off - Our Newsletter is Out
The latest edition of Laptop Bride's newlsetter is out. This newsletter focuses on using Candles as your focal table centerpiece. Click on "Wax on Wax Off - Wedding Candle Table
Centerpices."
As always, thanks for looking at our site, and please remember to add us to your address list to ensure you recieve the newsletter.
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Labels: beeswax candles, blogsppot, centerpieces, laptop bride, newsletter, newsletters, wedding blog, wedding blogs, weddings
Thursday, November 08, 2007
More Holiday Christmas Centerpiece Ideas
One of the most underated companies on the net is Oriental Trading Co. They offer deep discounts on "everything." If you are looking for centerpieces, paper products, wedding items -- Here is the place to get it!. In order to find the below items on the site ... click on the link and put in the Item number (I have highlighted it in Red for you below and the item will pop
up. P.S. Get Free Shipping on orders of $60 or more at Oriental Trading Company! Enter coupon code RLS100 at checkout. Shop Now!
Christmas Tree Light. This spirited metal tree has starry cutouts that let the light shine through and is trimmed with red metal bows and bells. A 7-watt bulb is included and the cord has a convenient on/off switch. 11 3/4"H.Christmas Tree Light. This spirited metal tree has starry cutouts that let the light shine through and is trimmed with red metal bows and bells. A 7-watt bulb is included and the cord has a convenient on/off switch. 11 3/4"H.
Item: IN-95/1328 $9.95
3-Wick Peppermint Candy Candle.
Item: IN-95/1084 3-Wick Peppermint Candy Candle $9.95 Each
Holiday Feather Trees. Simple and elegant, this trio of feathered trees will add glamour as well as rich texture and color to your holiday décor. 11" to 18"H.
Item: IN-95/2453 Holiday Feather Trees $27.95 3 Set(s)
Small Tabletop Christmas Tree. Rooted in the same holiday spirit as it's bigger balsam twin, this petite Christmas tree will bring cheer to any seasonal decoration! Display this small
15" foil tree on a desk or table! Collapsible for easy storage.
Item: IN-4/4814 Small Tabletop Christmas Tree $3.95 1 Piece(s)
Oriental Trading Offers FREE Shipping on $60
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Winter - Beach Wedding... The Tropical Christmas Tree
You don't have to live in Palm Springs to want a tropical or beach wedding in the Winter! And if you want to have one without spending alot of money just add to the decor ... we have just the place to find all your beach decor needs. One of the most underated companies on the net is Oriental Trading Co. They offer deep discounts on "everything." If you are looking for a tropical Holiday Tree -- Here is the place to get it!. As you can see, you can get "just" the tree for under $35.00; "just" the ornaments for $29.95 or you can get the tree and the ornaments as a set for $45.95. (GET THE SET : ) )
In order to find the tree on the site ... click on the link and put in the Item number (I have highlighted it in Red for you below and the item will pop up. P.S. Get Free Shipping on orders
of $60 or more at Oriental Trading Company! Enter coupon code RLS100 at checkout. Shop Now! ALOHA!
Item #: IN-95/2243 Palm Tree $34.95 Each
This wood, metal and pvc tree is perfect for your holiday celebrations! Or use it to create a tropical mood anywhere year-round. 6'H x 4'W. Accessories not included.
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ITEM#: IN-95/22430 The “Palm Tree” Ornament Set $29.95
28 pcs Set(s)
The “Palm Tree” Ornament Set. Buy All Decorations On Tree & Save! ($00.00 value) Set includes:6 Tropical Santa Ornaments 8 Flamingo Ornaments12 Hibiscus Clips 1 string of Surfing Fun Lights, bright pink raffia Hula Skirt — for use at base of the tree (31" waist, 28"L) Not sold separately. Tree not included.
or you buy the set!
ITEM#: IN-34/12966 Palm Tree With Ornament Set
$45.95 1 Set(s)
This 6-ft wood PVC and metal pine tree is perfect for your luau celebration. Or use it to create a tropical mood anywhere year-round. It includes 8-ft surf light set, twelve 5 1/2" hibiscus flower
clips, eight 3 1/2" resin flamingo ornaments and a 28" pink raffia hula skirt for the base. (23 pcs. per set)
and these are cute too : )
ITEM#: IN-95/3606 Flip Flop Ornaments$14.95 3 Set(s)
Flip Flop Ornaments. Give your tree or a sunny window some tropical chic and holiday flair with our stained glass flip flops in merry holiday colors. Set includes three different designs. 4"L
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