Gift Baskets, Uncategorized

5 Glamorous Appetizer Recipes for Your 2013 Oscar Party

January 30, 2013

Creamy Brie CheeseAnd the award for best Oscar party feast goes to … you! The glitziest night in Hollywood is less than a month away, so now’s the perfect time to start planning your showstopping menu. Just pick your favorite cheese from our gourmet food gift baskets, and pair it up with one of these scrumptious appetizer recipes from the party experts at Celebrations.com. Whether you’re hosting a few gal pals or a full-on cast and crew of friends, everyone will love noshing on these delicious finger foods while they guess the night’s big winners!

Kentucky Hot Brown SandwichOscar Party Snack No. 1: Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich

An all-American delight with serious flavor, this sammie is the ideal appetizer for all those Zero Dark Thirty fans in your crowd. It’s also a picture-perfect match for our smooth and creamy Baby Swiss Cheese.

Aged Cheddar and Applewood Bacon Potato SkinsOscar Party Snack No. 2: Aged Cheddar and Applewood Bacon Potato Skins

Put some Django Unchained–style zing into your awards night fare: When they’re made with Fiscalini Aged Cheddar Cheese, these tater skins are smoking hot fun.

Brie and Pear BaguetteOscar Party Snack No. 3: Brie and Pear Baguette

Give a nod to your Les Miserables–loving friends with this French hors d’oeuvre. Our delicate Creamy Brie Cheese plays an outstanding supporting role alongside the sweet apricot and pear spreads.

Mac and Cheese BitesOscar Party Snack No. 4: Mac and Cheese Bites

For something rich and comforting—a la Silver Linings Playbook—treat your guests to these bite-sized snacks made with Vella Mezzo Secco Monterey Jack Cheese.

Easy Gourmet Grilled Cheese SandwichOscar Party Snack No. 5: Easy Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Fans of the epic film Lincoln will rave about this White House–worthy delicacy. Sierra Nevada Classic Aged Goat Cheddar is sure to steal the spotlight in this presidential recipe.

Check out Celebrations.com for even more great tips on how to host a 2013 Oscar viewing party!

What main courses will you serve with your awards night appetizers?

Gift Baskets, Uncategorized

Something to Warm up Your Winter: Gourmet Italian Meal in a Basket

January 23, 2013
Cucina Rustica Italian Gift Basket

Cucina Rustica Italian Gift Basket

Brrr! The outdoor temps have hit rock bottom, and nothing can really warm you up like some good, comforting Italian food. But there’s no need for you to pile into your car and brave those icy roads to get to your favorite restaurant. The Cucina Rustica Italian Gift Basket has all the ingredients you need to make a three-course gourmet Italian meal right at home. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to heat things up in your kitchen; even an arctic chill doesn’t stand a chance against this hearty menu!

Appetizers

Start your cold-day feast with some enticing hors d’oeuvres. First, set your appetite in motion by tossing a fresh green salad and topping it with your Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil and the Colavita Balsamic Vinegar that’s included in your Cucina Rustica Italian Gift Basket. Add even more depth, texture and flavor to your salad with other toppings, such as olives and tomatoes. Two sensational kinds of Bell’Italia breadsticks are also included, so make sure to serve those alongside your salad for dipping. To wrap up your first course, top the rich and savory sundried tomato crostini and the fragrant rosemary bruschetta—both of which are in abundant supply in your food basket—with freshly chopped tomatoes, classic Italian meats or artisan cheese.

Main Course

Now it’s time for the main event: pasta, the ultimate feel-good food! Whether you’re in the mood for the soothing effect of long Isola Capellini pasta or the bite-sized perfection of Isola Tortigioni pasta, the Cucina Rustica Italian Gift Basket lets you pick how you’ll indulge in your heavenly meal. Feel like spoiling yourself? Make both! Boil it until you’ve achieved the ideal al dente texture, then cascade the warm, mouthwatering and spirit-lifting Isola Traditional Marinara Pasta Sauce on top of your pasta. And there you have it: an authentic Italian entrée in mere minutes. Perfecto!

Dessert

What better way to cap off your toasty meal than with a little bit of sugar? When it comes to the Italians, dessert is their specialty. And with the rustic Italian gift basket, you’ll have enough traditional treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. Pamper yourself with gourmet Chiostro Di Saronno Italian Biscotti (a world-renowned delicacy), light yet delectable Delser Italian cookies, or tart-and-sweet Lazzaroni Limonelli Italian cookies. They’re guaranteed to have your blood pumping with pleasure in no time.

It’s easy to see why the Cucina Rustica Italian Gift Basket is our top pick for a frosty winter day. What other kinds of gift baskets thaw you out when the temperature is low?

Gift Baskets

10 Ways to Make a Sick Friend Feel Better

January 16, 2013
To the Rescue Get Well Dog Lover's Tower

To the Rescue Get Well Dog Lover's TowerWith this cold and flu season being one of the worst yet, chances are that someone you know will catch the bug. And since a thoughtful gift or a helping hand can be the greatest medicine, we’ve gathered a list of 10 ways you can show your friend some TLC when she’s under the weather. Give them a try and we guarantee she’ll be back to her fabulous self in no time!

  1. Let her know how much you care by regularly checking in on her via email. While you’re at it, send her some links to interesting articles, funny YouTube videos, or fun throwback photos of your friendship through the years.
  1. Burn her a few CDs with her favorite songs, rent some cheap DVDs from Redbox, stock up on a bunch of juicy gossip magazines or buy a couple of board games at the local consignment shop. Bring everything to her house and spend some time enjoying them with her.
  2. Instead of focusing on her being sick (that’ll only make her feel worse!), comfort her by doing things that you normally do as friends. Have a good old chat, laugh, share stories and ask each other for advice.
  1. Get Well Fortune CookieMake the most out of your house visit and ask if there’s anything you can help her with, like cleaning, organizing things, doing laundry, walking the dog, going to the doctor or pharmacy, etc. On your next trip to the grocery store, give her a call and ask if there’s anything she’d like you to pick up.
  1. If she has kids, offer to take them to the park, the movies or a museum so she can get some much-needed rest. Even just a couple of hours of total peace and quiet will make her feel like she’s on a Caribbean vacation!
  1. Soothe her tummy by cooking her favorite meal (soup will most likely hit the spot), or team up with a few of your other friends to cook multiple meals and stock up her freezer for the week.
  1. The No. 1 prescription for smiles on a sick day: sugar! Surprise her with some deliciously sweet snacks in a gift basket. Try the To the Rescue Get Well Dog Lover’s Tower or the Get Well Soon! Chocolate Chip Cookies in a Can for your chocolate-loving lady friend; the Get Well Wishes Fruit Tower for your health-conscious amiga; or the Get Well Fortune Cookie for the gal who always knows how to make you laugh.
  1. Get Well Soon! Chocolate Chip Cookies in a CanHelp her keep cozy in style. Give her a cute fuzzy robe, oversized slipper booties and a pair of oh-so-soft pajamas that she can wear around the house.
  1. If she’s up for it, take her out for a mani-pedi, or bring someone to do it in-house. Lying in bed with the sniffles makes you feel anything but beautiful, so a bright, fresh nail polish color will be just the pick-me-up the doctor ordered.
  1. She doesn’t have enough energy for the nail salon, you say? That’s OK. Instead, give her a spa gift basket and a gift certificate for a massage that she can look forward to using when she feels better.

What are some get-well-soon tricks you use when your friends are feeling out of sorts?

Gift Baskets

Meet the Artisans Behind Our California Crafted Meat & Cheese Gift Basket

November 30, 2012
California Crafted Meat & Cheese Gift Basket

California Crafted Meat & Cheese Gift BasketIf you really want to show someone how exquisite they are, nothing will get your message across better than the California Crafted Meat & Cheese Gift Basket. To ensure that your loved one gets the quality products they deserve, we teamed up with the makers of top-of-the-line artisanal cheeses and premium gourmet foods. Our partners aren’t just experts; they’re food artists, and we love them so much that we just have to introduce them to you. Meet the three artisans—Bellwether Farms, Cypress Grove Chevre, and Colombus— behind one of our most sophisticated gift baskets, and find out how they harness their passion to deliver delicacies to your doorstep.

Bellwether Farms

The Callahan Family of Bellwether Farms

Bellwether Farms, a premier creamery on the beautiful Sonoma County coast, was established back in 1986 by Cindy Callahan, a former nurse. Their long tradition of making fine cheese started entirely by chance: When Cindy bought sheep as an easy way to manage the farm’s grass, a friend happened to suggest that she try milking the sheep. And so the dairy farm was born.

Today, Bellwether Farms uses fresh, rich and creamy milk from Jerseycows (which are rarer than traditional black-and-white cows and make the best milk for dairy products) to create first-rate cheeses. The cows are fed a healthy diet of fresh grass, alfalfa and grains to enhance the flavor of their milk, and they are never pumped with hormones. To give their goods a personal touch, Cindy’s son, Liam, makes every pound of cheese with his own hands.

Bellwether Farms Carmody CheeseThe Callahans found inspiration for their famous Carmody cheese, which is featured in our California Crafted Meat & Cheese Gift Basket, on a trip toItaly in the ’90s. After traveling toMilan to see firsthand how Gorgonzola is made, Cindy tried making her own cheese that had a similar mild, creamy and buttery taste … and she perfected it. Tipping her hat to her hometown, Cindy named the delicious cheese “Carmody” after a road that runs right near her farm.

Cypress Grove Chevre

Mary Keehn of Cypress Grove ChevreJust like the fortuitous discovery of Bellwether Farms, Cypress Grove Chevre has a similar history surrounded by luck. Mary Keehn started raising Alpine goats in the 1970s so that she could provide her children with a healthier source of milk. It so happened that she actually had a knack for rearing goats, eventually earning her national recognition as one of the country’s best Alpine goat breeders.

As her herd of goats and their supply of milk kept growing, Mary gave cheese making a try. And being the winner that she is, she nailed it. Now, with its remarkable collection of goat cheese flavors invented exclusively by Mary, Cypress Grove Chevre has become one of the most renowned and awarded sellers of goat cheese in the country.

Cypress Grove Chevre Purple Haze Goat CheeseWe chose to feature Cypress Grove Chevre’s Purple Haze Goat Milk Cheese in our gift basket because of its unique and oh-so-flavorful blend of lavender and wild fennel pollen, which makes a delicious complement to a variety of sweet and savory foods. Plus, we simply couldn’t ignore its award-winning history: It was crowned Best of Show at the 2009 California State Fair Cheese Competition, and it earned the Best of Class title at the 2011 U.S. Cheese Championship.

Columbus

Columbus LogoAnd what’s artisanal cheese without some choice meats to pair it with? The founders of Columbus left Italy to come to America in 1917, but they sure didn’t leave their authentic Italian traditions behind. With them, they brought their expertise in making artisan salame and premium deli meats, and they began selling it in their new digs—San Francisco, California. In today’s modern age, Columbus continues bringing us unforgettable old-world charm and flavor with their line of Italian fare.

Columbus Italian Dry SalameSo which Columbus product did we pick as our favorite? The Italian Dry Salame, and it’s not hard to see why. The flavor of these first-class cuts of slow-cured pork is further enhanced with aromatic spices and rich wine, giving the original Italian recipe some San Francisco appeal. Whichever way you choose to savor it—whether it’s in a sandwich or straight from the package—you’ll be captivated by the genuine taste that only the masters at Columbus can create.

Now that you’ve gotten to know the culinary maestros we’ve had the honor of collaborating with to bring you the California Crafted Meat & Cheese Gift Basket, tell us which story you found to be the most inspiring and why!

New Baby Gift Baskets

Three New Stylish Baby Bottle Bags, Plus a Diaper Bag Checklist for On-the-Go Moms!

November 21, 2012
Baby on the Go Tulip Bottle Bag Gift Set

Baby on the Go Tulip Bottle Bag Gift SetWhen mom and baby are out and about, anything can happen! Spills, diaper mishaps, sudden fevers … you name it. That’s why it’s important to carry a diaper bag that’s locked and loaded with everything you need to face (and avoid) any messy situations. Not sure where to start? Here are three cute, stylish and practical bottle bags to stash in your diaper bag, plus a handy diaper bag packing checklist to print out and take with you wherever you go!

Baby Bottle Bag Ideas

The Baby on the Go Tulip Bottle Bag Gift Set for girls, and the Baby on the Go Chibi Zoo Bottle Bag Gift Set for boys, fits snugly into your diaper bag and comes equipped with loads of baby essentials. Nestled in the insulated are three bibs and two Plum Organic Just Fruits baby food pouches. Plus it fits two baby bottles and much more!

New Baby Bonanza Diaper Bucket Bag Deluxe Gift SetFor stylish mommies on the run, the New Baby Bonanza Diaper Bucket Bag Deluxe Gift Set features the hottest new products from the Bella Tunno NECCESSORY line, a celebrity favorite! Cleanup is a breeze with the disposable bibs, placemats, potty pads, and multipurpose pads that are packed in this fashion-forward bag. For easy access to mom’s emergency stash, the bag features stroller straps, exterior bottle pockets and a secure zippered parents-only pouch.

No matter where you and your little one are heading off to, you can rest assured that these convenient bottle bags will help you bring all of your necessities with you. What else should you carry with you at all times, you ask? Use the following checklist as a guide, and you’ll never be caught ill-equipped again!

Diaper Bag Packing Checklist

For Baby:

_ One diaper for every hour of your trip
_ Baby wipes and tissues
_ Changing pad
_ Diaper rash cream
_ Baby powder
_ Baby wash and lotion
_ Plastic bags (to store dirty diapers and clothes)
_ Three changes of clothes
_ Socks
_ Two pacifiers
_ Teething gel and teething ring
_ Bibs and burp cloths
_ Hand sanitizer
_ Bottle and formula
_ Ice pack (to keep formula cool, if necessary)
_ Water and juice
_ Healthy snacks
_ Weather-appropriate blanket
_ Hat and gloves (to keep your baby warm in cold weather)
_ Sunscreen
_ Emergency contact information (doctors, hospital, insurance companies, etc.)
_ First-aid kit
_ Antihistamine for babies (in case your baby has an allergic reaction to something)
_ Fever reducer for babies
_ Nasal aspirator and nasal spray
_ Nail clippers
_ Baby hairbrush
_ Toys and books

For You:

_ Nursing cover (for moms who breastfeed)
_ Breast pads
_ Wallet
_ Keys
_ Cell phone
_ Sunglasses
_ Pen and note pad
_Change of clothes
_ Water and healthy snacks
_ Camera (to capture all those precious moments!)
What other baby essentials do you like to keep on hand in case of emergencies? Tell us about it!

Gift Baskets, New Baby Gift Baskets

Hospital Care Package Ideas for Your BFFL

November 13, 2012
It's Time! Mommy's Maternity Essentials Bag

A-DOG-able Sick As a Dog ArrangementWhenever you need a helping hand or just someone to share a good laugh with, your best friend always comes to your rescue. So when your BFFL finds herself in the hospital, it’s time to give her some extra lovin’ in return for all those times she’s stood by you. Whether your friend is recovering from surgery or having a bouncing new baby, the hospital isn’t exactly the snuggest place to stay. So as her trusty sidekick, you can help her feel more at home by putting together a thoughtful care package. Here are some hospital care package ideas that will get your friend back on her feet in no time!

Ease the Road to Recovery

Staying in a hospital because of surgery or illness means spending a lot of time alone in a dull environment. Lucky for your amiga, you know how to make her smile in any situation, and this is no exception. Bring the comforts of home to her hospital room and help her painlessly pass the time with these fun, practical gifts:

Care & Comfort Get Well Essentials Bag for Her

  • BFFLBags Care & Comfort Get Well Essentials Bag for Her (there’s one for him too!)
  • Cozy pajamas, robe and slippers
  • Soft, comfy blanket and pillow cases
  • Lip balm and body lotion (dry hospital air can leave your friend’s skin feeling parched)
  • Antibacterial gel
  • MP3 player with headphones
  • Portable DVD player and movies
  • Novels and magazines (or they can borrow your e-reader/tablet)
  • Puzzle books and brain games
  • Snacks (treat your friend to all the munchies she desires with the Friend on the Mend Doctor’s House Call Kit … if it’s allowed by doctors, of course)
  • Flowers, picture frames and cheerful decorations

Pamper the New Mommy

With so many pictures being snapped of the proud new mama and her bundle of joy, having a baby is an exciting time for your friend … but sometimes the hospital stay can be anything but glamorous. Who better than you to lift her spirits with a fun makeover? Help her get ready for those close-ups and keep her feeling refreshed with these revitalizing indulgences:

Has your BFFL ever had to make a trip to the hospital? How did you make her feel comfortable while she recuperated?

Gift Baskets, New Baby Gift Baskets, Uncategorized

Most Popular Baby Shower Trends of 2012: Part 2

October 24, 2012
Pink & Blue Twin Newborn Gift Basket

Welcome back to the baby bonanza! Last week, we covered two of the top five baby shower themes of 2012. The fun continues with three more trendy ideas, plus tips on how guests can get involved with fun games and cute baby gifts.

Personalized New Baby Girl Welcome WagonBring-a-Book Showers
When I was a kid, I used to carry a stack of books (which was often taller than me) everywhere I went … and I mean everywhere. My passion for reading stemmed from the simple fact that there were so many books lying around the house, waiting for their pages to be turned. Bookworms like me who want to start a miniature library for their new babies have given birth to this baby shower trend. When a guest attends a bring-a-book shower, they bring a copy of their favorite children’s book in addition to other essential baby gifts. They can even write a personal message on the inside cover to transform the book into a timeless keepsake. A bedtime story is the perfect addition to baby gift baskets or larger gift arrangements, like the Personalized New Baby Girl Welcome Wagon or the Newborn Girl Comfy Baby Gift Basket. By the end of the day, baby will have a collection worthy of a young scholar.

Sweet New Baby Boy Gourmet Cookie TinMini-Foods/Brunch Showers
Personally, stocking up on appetizers is my favorite part of every occasion. Their small size makes it fun and easy to sample a variety of foods. Combine that with my favorite meal, brunch, and you have the perfect baby shower menu! This year, lots of future moms celebrated with baby-sized finger foods (sliders, mini sandwiches, pies and cakes on sticks, tiny French toast squares, doughnut holes, and mini muffins, for example) rather than larger entrees. Serving your guests small, individually wrapped desserts—like the rich buttercream-frosted cookies in this Sweet New Baby Boy or Girl Cookie Tin—will definitely stir up some excitement at your baby shower. When it comes to baby shower fare, tiny is in!

Personalized Baby Boy Little Slugger Gift BasketMan Showers/Daddy Diaper Parties
Who says guys can’t have their own baby showers? While the women are ooh-ing and ahh-ing over cutesy gifts, the men are out for one last late-night hoorah with their buddies before the real sleepless nights begin. Eating barbecued favorites like burgers and wings, watching sports, playing poker and drinking from beer-filled baby bottles are all popular ways for the boys to celebrate. Plus, there’s no need for guests to go gaga looking for baby gifts: All they have to bring is diapers! The Deluxe Baby-Cakes Boy Essentials diaper tower is a great gift option. Bath towels and baby boy gift baskets are also easy and functional gifts for man showers. The Personalized Baby Boy Little Slugger Gift Basket has everything daddy needs to get his future all-star ready for bath time.

There you have it: the top 2012 baby shower trends. Which one is your favorite? If you’ve recently thrown, or been invited to, a baby shower with a unique theme, tell us about it! What was it, and how did guests get in on the action?

chocolate covered strawberries, Gift Baskets, New Baby Gift Baskets

Most Popular Baby Shower Trends of 2012: Part 1

October 17, 2012
Baby Balloon & Candy Pail

Baby’s on the way! Time to pick a clever baby shower theme before you pop. Too many options? We’ll narrow down the choices for you. Here are two of the top five baby shower trends for 2012, plus tips on how guests can get involved with fun games and cute baby gifts.

Fannie May Baby Blue Chocolate StrawberriesGender Reveal Showers
Today, many soon-to-be parents are sharing the excitement of finding out their baby’s sex by throwing gender reveal showers. The baby’s sex is kept secret till the day of the shower, when a cake that’s filled with either pink or blue frosting is served. When mom and dad cut the cake, the color of the frosting tells them whether they’re having a girl or boy! Although I’m not becoming a mom anytime soon, my parents and siblings are convinced that my first baby will be a girl, so I already know this idea would be a hit with my family: Before the gender reveal cake is cut, lay out a large platter of pink and blue Fannie May chocolate-covered strawberries. Tell your guests to pick a berry based on what they think the baby’s gender is. Count how many of each color are left to see which one got the most votes!

My Little Night Owl 5-Piece Baby Gift BasketOwl-Themed Showers
My boyfriend and I are full-on obsessed with owls (we’ve filled each other’s homes with owl-shaped mugs, candles, key caps, mouse pads … you name it), so I have an especially soft spot for this trend. New mommies who want to throw gender-neutral showers are using owls as their main source of inspiration for everything from invitations to desserts. Whether you’re welcoming a baby boy or girl into the world, you can add an enchanting touch to your baby shower with woodsy decorations like old-fashioned bird houses, mason jars and spray-painted tree branches. Guests also have plenty of adorable baby gifts to choose from, like the “My Little Night Owl” 5-Piece Baby Gift Basket, to celebrate the coming of your little owlet! (Now if you don’t mind, I’m going to take some mental notes for my own future shower. …)

Tune back in next week for the final three most popular baby trends of 2012! Until then, we want to hear from you. If you were having a baby, when would you want to find out its gender: as soon as your doctor could determine the sex, during your baby shower, or right after delivery?

Gift Baskets, Thank You Gifts

The Top 5 People You Should Say “Thank You” To

October 3, 2012
Thank You Parisian Terrace Fruit Gift Basket

Thank You Parisian Terrace Fruit Gift BasketWelcome back, gift basket fans!

After taking a short break, the Designer’s Corner Blog is back in action! Allow me to introduce myself: I’m Stella, the new blogger, and I’m so excited to be bringing you fun, creative party and gift ideas each week!

One of the first things everyone learns about me is that I’m obsessed with finding the perfect gift to make someone smile ear-to-ear. When I’m celebrating a special occasion, I can never walk into a store, pick a random item on a shelf and throw it in a gift bag. I spend hours, even days, searching for presents that are personal, meaningful and practical. In other words, I want my gifts to speak to someone’s heart—and to be cherished long after they’re given. Now, I’d like to share my gift-giving mania with you! I have tons of gift ideas for you, so let’s get started.

National Gratitude Day might be over, but that doesn’t mean the spirit of appreciation can’t live on! There are so many people who brighten up our lives each day in both small and big ways, and there are even more thank-you gift options that show them how thankful we are to know them. I personally love thank-you gift baskets because you can fill them with tons of personalized items. I thought it would be fun to put together a list of the top five people we should all thank on a daily basis, plus some great thank-you gift ideas for each!

Best of Junior's 4-Flavor Cheesecake SamplerMom
My mom, who looks like my identical curly-haired twin, has been my best friend since the moment I was born. She’s the first person I go to when I need advice or a good laugh, and “me-time” is not a word in her vocabulary: She always puts family first.
Ultimate Thank-You Gift: If your mom never stops giving, spoil her with the Best of Junior’s 4-Flavor Cheesecake Sampler.

 

Complete Wine Tasting Party Kit Gift BoxBest Friend
My life wouldn’t be the same without my weekly dates with my best chicas. These girls don’t hesitate to lend me their ears whenever I have something juicy to say, and there is never a blah moment when we join forces.
Ultimate Thank-You Gift: Gather all your gal pals and treat them to a night of tasty drinks and gut-busting laughs. This Complete Wine Tasting Party Kit Gift Box will do the trick.

 

Fannie May Decadent Chocolate StrawberriesSpouse/Significant Other
Whether he’s sending me handwritten “I love you” notes in the mail or traveling two hours to surprise me at work during lunchtime, my boyfriend pulls out all the stops when it comes to showing me how much he cares.
Ultimate Thank-You Gift: Show your sweetheart just how sweet they are by surprising them with a box of Fannie May Decadent Chocolate Strawberries.

 

Wonderful You Thank You Gourmet Fruit Gift BasketNeighbor
I’m lucky enough to live in a neighborhood where everyone looks out for one another. My neighbors go above and beyond lending the occasional cup of sugar: I know I can always trust them to keep a watchful eye on my home while I’m away.
Ultimate Thank-You Gift: Return your neighbor’s considerate gestures by leaving a Wonderful You Thank You Gourmet Fruit Gift Basket at their doorstep.

 

Big Thank You Caramel Apple With CandiesTeacher
I might not be in school anymore, but it’s because of the lessons I learned from my English teachers that I’m here writing this blog! My instructors were never short on encouragement and inspiration.
Ultimate Thank-You Gift: Forget the boring red apple and drop this Big Thank You Caramel Apple With Candies on your favorite teach’s desk.

Now it’s time for me to get to know you! Who are you grateful to have in your life, and how would you thank them?

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Blog Announcement

August 23, 2012

Welcome Back Readers,

Thank you everyone for all the great baby shower game ideas and baby name discussion! I personally refuse to put a diaper anywhere near my face for any reason, but it seems like a popular game to play at these things. We have some prizes to dole out and some big news to get to. Congratulations to Lisa Morris (August 16, 2012 at 8:34 pm), Anne (August 17, 2012 at 1:57 pm), Emily (August 17, 2012 at 7:33 pm), Mitch (August 22, 2012 at 4:26 pm), and Amanda Snider (August 22, 2012 at 6:52 pm)! You will each be receiving chocolate covered strawberries!

And now for the news part. I have really enjoyed writing these blog posts every week, discussing our various topics in the comments section, seeing your answers and stories and learning all about you! However, this will be my last post for 1800Baskets.com. I’ll be moving on to a new position and the blog will be going on a small hiatus until our new blog writer starts.

I would like to thank you all so much for coming back to read and comment every week! It has always been a pleasure to see our regular commenters as well as the occasional new faces. I’ve learned a lot of great recipes and tips and fun things from you and I hope you enjoyed and learned the same from me. I’m sure you will all enjoy our new writer whenever they start and pick things up where I left off. So please check back for when they start!

To clean up some things before I go: If you’re a former blog winner from the last two blogs and still have not received your prize, don’t fear! Our shipper has been out on vacation this last week and has been bombarded by emails from me reminding him to send all the gifts. If you still don’t receive your gift within 2-weeks, send us a private message to our Facebook page and it will be taken care of immediately! As for this week’s winners, send your shipping information, the email address you used in your comment, and a link to this blog post in a private message to social@1800baskets.com.

Well wishes to all of you, thank you for reading!

-Alex