Remember last Sleuthing Sunday’s post? I had a puzzle of sorts for you to solve with clues (or red herrings!) as to what sort of gift idea I was cooking up.  Well, if you weren’t able to suss out what sort of project I was up to – here’s your answer!

I made New Year’s cards with a special twist. I purchased a few items from Paper Source: pretty cards, labels, adhesive chalkboard and two glittery pens.  I provided: a little creativity, patience, love and time.

The end result:  a very personalized New Year’s card and gift.  The reason I chose a chalkboard was to symbolize the idea of a New …read more

This post is mainly for a free (pretty frugal, eh?) event in Arlington, MA to benefit homeless pets.

Don’t live in the Boston area but still want to give a gift? Please consider dropping off some of the suggested items (list below) at your local shelter, making a donation to the ASPCA or, if this just isn’t your cup o’tea and you need a birthday, Valentine’s, housewarming or some other type of present, visit one of my older posts for some great gift ideas or hire me for special sleuthing services! (Pssst! Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it!!!)

Helping Hands for Homeless Pets is a New Year’s party and donation …read more

Happy New Year!!!

Artwork by M. Gauvin

I hope that everyone has a really wonderful and safe New Year’s celebration!!! Please start the New Year out right – if you celebrate with alcohol, please don’t drive.

I am looking forward to making this blog better, day by day, throughout the New Year and I hope that you will come back again and again each and every time you need a gift for someone special in your life.

Happy New Year and Happy Gifting!