Christmas Shopping

I started Christmas preparations over the weekend - the first present is bought, I've started work on the main tree (I have to paint some baubles, don't ask!), and the first batch of cookie dough is awaiting in the freezer.

Of course, there's still the turkey to buy, the pies to make, actually getting both trees up and decorated.....and did I mention that I was meant to buy 4 other present on the weekend? Yeah.

So, in my frustration I have hit the internet. Both of us at Quill and Me have a bit of a fascination for stocking stuffers - you know, those little gifts that you can put in people's stockings, use to make up a hamper or gift pack, or even give as a secret Santa gift. Here's a selection of things I found just by searching for "stocking stuffer":

We've mentioned that we like books, right?

Erasmus quote by friendlyspirit
More Jefferson Postcards

I cannot get over how cute this is! It makes me want to take up button collecting just so I can wear it.

Cute Clock Style Kids Button 'Sailboat" by dizzypixels
View other buttons available on zazzle.com

We're longtime recyclers in my family and I think I've managed to convert one of my young cousins. This badge would be a great gift for the budding environmentalist.

peace sign recycle words green by trish1968
Get fridge magnets at zazzle

Speaking of young cousins....or maybe their parents! I imagine these would be welcome for car rides and waiting rooms. These come with crayons and paper included so they can start scribbling straight away!

Little Trees Coloring Wallet

Seriously, how cute are these guys! You can get them in a whole bunch of different yummy-sounding scents like gingerbread, cookies and cream and malted milk.

Scented Owl Soaps

I saw something similar to this in a little store in Stockbridge once and I fell in love with them. I don't carry around a makeup compact and these would be far better than using your sunglasses! This store has a huge variety so you are sure to find something to suit.

Crazy Daisy Pocket Mirror

And with that, I am off to complete my Christmas shopping!
later,
Quill

Ain't No Stopping Me Now!

Finally and I do mean, finally, I've succeeded in uploading a vid from YouTube. Really, guys, I've been working on this for a what feels like forever (stop laughing, Quill), so, without further ado here is the fabulous JK Wedding Entrance Dance. I know it's old news, now, but I still love it!

Enjoy,
Me.:D

Three Distractions On My Desk

Hey guys,

Here's November’s installment of Three Distractions On My Desk.

1 – Ranger's Apprentice Book 6: The Siege Of Macindaw by John Flanagan.

2 – Empire Magazine.

3 – A piece of jigsaw.

Btw before signing off I’d like to add something:

1 – I’m so not the target age group for this series, however, I love following the exciting adventures of Ranger Halt, his apprentice Will and his best friend Horace.

2 – Gotta love those movies!

3 – Seriously, who knows?

Hope all is good.
Me.

Getting Ready for Christmas

It's been awhile since we've posted here but be assured that we haven't been resting on our laurels. Our Zazzle store has been getting a facelift and we've been busy adding more designs and products. All Things Christmas and All Things USA are up and running, plus we have an All Things New section where you can find all the latest designs.

I know some of you still have Halloween and Thanksgiving to look forward to but we're full steam ahead for Christmas here at Quill and Me so here's a little look at some of the Christmas items we have up at the store:


buy unique gifts at Zazzle

later,
Quill

Avast Me Hearties! I See Land Ahoy!

Okay, there's no way I can keep up the pirate talk :). Welcome to Talk Like a Pirate Day at Quill and Me! It also happens to be Worldwide Spin in Public Day (as in, with a spinning wheel, not random twirling. Though that could be kind of fun. Then we could have Talk Like a Spinning Pirate Day!)

I've talked like a pirate twice, briefly, and had a brief turn at a spinning wheel in my wayward youth. I learned that I can keep neither up long enough to become proficient but I can always pretend ;).

I Love Spinning t-shirt by HeartShop
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Simple, yes, but the beauty of this tee lies in it's ambiguity - random twirling or spinning wheel. You decide.

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Frigga Spinning by jennybean42
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Now, this one, it's so ethereal. It reminds me of a fairy tale and I can play pretend. Can't you just see yourself dressed in something gorgeous spinning silken threads? Preferably with no wicked witch or Rumplestiltskin around!

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How to Become a pirate by PianoRocknRoll
Many shirt designs available at zazzle

How quickly I can go from the beautiful to the slightly loopy! It's funny, though, right? Okay, maybe only to those of us who share a running joke at work about eyes and sporks :D.

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Aaargh, Shake Your Booty by compixx
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This tee has a great design. It's positioned perfectly, the design is easy to see and read and the colors are complimentary. Who am I kidding? I chose it because I immediately got "shake, shake, shake. Shake, shake, shake. Shake your booty" stuck in my head!! And it's a great design :).

'Til next time, me hearties!
Later,
Quill

Hello Skateboards!

The latest products hot off the press!

Park Life Blues Skateboard by Quill_And_Me
Browse Skateboard Skateboards

Park Life Skateboard by Quill_And_Me
Create your own skateboard on Zazzle

Enjoy!

Mary V Flynn Trail Stamp

Our first stamp! I have to admit that making it was a bit of a fluke. I'd lost my working copy, couldn't finagle it to a larger size and the stamp was all that it fit on! Still, I think it turned out okay :).

Mary V Flynn Trail Postage Stamp by Quill_And_Me
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The picture on the stamp is actually of the Goodrich Memorial Bridge which is at the end of Park Street in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. I took the photo a little over a year ago on an exploratory morning walk. The Bridge is at the entrance to the Mary V Flynn walking trail - a nice easy loop of about a mile or so that meanders along the river. It's a beautiful walk; just beware of the mosquitoes if you head there in summer!

later,
Quill