Okay, it could be any color you want it to be – I mean “green” as in “eco-friendly” not the actual color!

Photo Courtesy of Paper Source

Check out this sweet how-to from Paper Source – Recycled Origami Hearts show your love for the planet for Earth Day, make some for your mom for Mother’s Day (Dads, help your kids make some for Mom!!!) or make some for your Sweetheart! Brighten someone’s day with this spectacularly easy recycled gift. Below is a picture of one I made using a paper bag – it took less than a minute to make!

I made this heart!

Personalize these little hearts any way you want! Make a love note into an origami …read more

Earth Day is less than 10 days away so I thought I might put my first post for Earth Day 2010 up!

Although Earth Day is one of those holidays that isn’t really considered a gift giving holiday but more a chance to examine how we contribute to the health or harm of our planet and then effecting some change, there is no reason that you can’t give a gift that will not only help effect a healthier change for the Earth but also be practical and appreciated. And, come on, can’t you imagine how tickled your friend or close family member would be to receive a present out of the blue for Earth Day?

This gift is both inexpensive (under $10!) and practical. Almost anyone will be able to use and appreciate this gift, regardless of age or gender, and it …read more

Yes – I blogged about the book, The Caterpillar and the Express Train, before but, guess what?

Click to Purchase on Amazon – $11.69

The second edition of the book has my very own “Gift Detective APPROVED!” logo on it.  (the shiny, silver medallion on the bottom right) Get it while it’s hot!  Eventually, this book will win other awards and my award will have to make way for a more serious, literary and artistic recognition but, for now, Isabelle and I are proud and honored to grace the cover of the book.

Below is a sample video and reading of the book by the author, Jeremy Foster-Fell.

Visit the book’s website to learn more about the author, …read more