Blog Giveaway FREE GOODIES From NANALULUS LINENS & HANDKERCHIEFS

I am so excited to be doing my first Blog Giveaway
Here is all you have to do............... visit our website by clicking on the photo above or link below. Come back to the blog & leave a comment mentioning one or more of your favorite items at

Nanalulus Linens & Handkerchiefs
It's so easy & we will choose a winner on May 30th. Lucky winner will receive a darling princess crown cookie cutter, 2 sweet teapot demitasse spoons, a package of PINK polka dot cupcake liners, and a beautiful vintage ladies handkerchief. All shown above. Good Luck!

I am happy to be participating in the 3rd Annual Cottage Charm Giveaway. Click on the logo for more info and lots more fun giveaways!

Valentine Swaps Lots Of Wonderful Goodies

I had so much fun participating in my first 2 blog swaps. Valentine's Day is my very favorite day and I was spoiled in both swaps! I wasn't smart enought to take pictures, but my secret admirer posted my gifts on her blog. You can check her blog out here:
http://www.creativerantsfromnerissa.blogspot.com/
I "borrowed" the pictures of what she sent me.

Can you believe all that great stuff, you cannot really tell how nice it all is in the pictures. I was very pleased with all of it!

My gifts from the Vintage Heart Swap arrived first. They have been dispersed through the house already, some very pretty & fun goodies.

Thanks to both Nerissa & Renee for all the special treasures.

Who's Your Secret Admirer Swap ~ Valentines Swap

Who's Your Secret Admirer Swap ~ Valentines Swap

Check out the details here from Follow Your Bliss Designs:
http://firstborn.wordpress.com/2009/01/02/whos-your-secret-admirer/

Sounds like a lot of fun

Vintage Heart Swap From My CHERRY Heart

Want to join a fun Valentine Vintage Heart Swap? Check out From My CHERRY Heart's Blog

http://frommycherryheart.blogspot.com/2008/12/lets-do-it-again.html

Merry Christmas 2008

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Vintage Christmas Tablecloths Santa Presents Candles

Country Living magazine had an article this month about vintage Christmas tablecloths. If you don't receive the magazine, you can read about it here on their website:

http://www.countryliving.com/antiques/christmas-tablecloths-1208?click=main_sr

Vintage Christmas tablecloths are getting harder & harder to find. At Nanalulus Linens we have several really nice reproductions. This way you get the look of Grandmas tablecloth without the wear, stains & spots that normally go with them!

BEST Retro Vintage Style CHRISTMAS Tablecloth SANTA STARS Presents Trees

SANTA Christmas 50's Vintage Style Tablecloth FUN Christmas Poinsettia Crosstitched Tablecloth Tea Cloth PRETTY!

Much like the one shown in Country Living

CHRISTMAS TABLECLOTH Cross-stitched PINK Candles Pinecones Shabby Sweet! Shabby Christmas Tablecloth PINK Roses & Candles

Come vist our website soon!

Another Martha Idea Marshmallow Snowflakes

Another Great Idea From MARTHA, You Gotta Love Her!

Aren't these cute ~ Snowflake Marshmallows

Here is the link for directions

http://www.marthastewart.com/article/marshmallow-snowflakes-how-to?autonomy_kw=marshmallows&rsc=header_10

Need a snowflake cookie cutter??

SNOWFLAKE Cookie Cutter Christmas Winter Cookies & Marshmallows

How about some hot cocoa to add to the gift? 4 PKS Christmas Cocoa Thomas Nast SANTA

Visit Soon!

http://www.nanaluluslinensandhandkerchiefs.com/

Did You See In Martha Stewarts HOLIDAY Magazine??

Did You See In Martha Stewarts HOLIDAY Magazine

About Using Vintage Hankies As Gift Wrapping?

Isn't that a great idea? Well not one I haven't thought of myself actually! Need vintage handkerchiefs, be sure to visit http://www.nanaluluslinensandhandkerchiefs.com/ for the best selection you will find anywhere on the web.

Purchase this hankie here:
TOO CUTE Embroidered SANTA Sleigh Reindeer Christmas Hankie Handkerchief
And this one here:

Stunning Reverse Embroidered Bouquet Hankie

Looking for more handkerchief decorating ideas or uses? Read this article:
What Can You Do With Vintage Handkerchiefs?

Alzheimers Memory Walk

A few pictures from the memory walk

Alzheimers Memory Walk Syracuse NY Sep 27,2008

It’s a helpless feeling, watching someone you love battle Alzheimer's disease. So, I decided to take action. On Sat. Sep 27, 2008 I am participating in a very special event called the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk in honor of my mother and also my father as a cargiver.

In addition I am walking for the more than 5 million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. I am walking because I can, and because I should.

The Alzheimer’s Association, the world leader in Alzheimer’s research, care and support, is dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for the disease.

Along with my team I hope to be able to raise at least $2000 to support the local Alzheimer’s Association, which provides consultation, information and referral, and support programs to those affected by Alzheimer’s.

Please visit our team page
https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=262668&lis=0&kntae262668=CBFAF664E0A941F29DD86226965F7AE7

CUTE Scrabble Tile Necklaces Home Studio

My granddaughter found these cute scrabble tile pendants on Etsy. She told me I "had " to buy them. They are great gifts as they appeal to all ages. She is 12 & loved them. My daughters are 21 & 32 & they loved them & I am a nana to 8 & I love them. You can find them on Esty.com, seller name Homestudio. They have tons of different designs. Use this link:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5753249

They are having a buy 2 get one free sale now.

New Favorite Item FANCY CUPCAKE WRAPPERS

Newest items on my website and I just love them! The cupcake craze has taken America by storm! We have bakeries specializing in cupcakes and people paying $4.00 for a single cupcake. Stars like Katie Holmes are buying them for their co-workers on the movie sets. Cupcakes are not just for kiddie parties anymore. Brides are enjoying cupcake towers in lieu of the traditional wedding cake, and don’t be surprised if you find cupcakes at a fancy elegant dinner party. Our beautiful die cut cupcake wrappers will add the perfect touch of elegance to your dessert table. Perfect for weddings, tea parties, dinner parties, bridal showers, baby showers. Take a peek.

http://www.nanaluluslinensandhandkerchiefs.com/index.cfm/fa/categories.main/parentcat/26855

MY FAVORITE ROOM CONTEST

Better Homes & Gardens is having a Favorite Room Photo Contest. Here are some photos of my Romantic Red Bedroom. If you want to recommend it for the contest go here:
http://www.bhg.com/app/sharemy/photoDetails.jsp?fromSearch=true&photoId=233300064&_requestid=529153
You have to click on recommend to cast a vote in my favor. You can also rate it & leave a comment if you like. It is Recommends that count though! You do need to register at BHG, but you can opt out of any emails. I actually enjoy getting them. Lots of decorating ideas, recipes etc. Enjoy looking!

SUMMER TRAVEL PLANS SAVE MONEY!

If you are making your summer travel plans, you might consider signing up for Big Crumbs before you do. Expedia.com is one of their retailers, so you can get cash back in addition to whatever money you save on Expedia.  I just booked a trip & got $17 back. Hey maybe not millions, but every penny helps in todays economy.

If you are not yet familiar with Bigcrumbs.com, this is a  website that pays us up to 20% of the seller\'s fees whenever we buy something on eBay. We can also get cash back at other online retailers and earn extra cash when other people shop. No Cost. All FREE! No Hassles! Easy to use! I get money deposited straight to my paypal account every month! Here is just a partial list of participating retailers Dell, Disney, Expedia.com, Home Depot, Hotels.com, Hotwire, Joanne.com, Target, Walmat, Vista Print, Southwest Air, Sephora, KMart, Kodak, Kohls, Macys, GAP, New York & Co., Office Depot, Office Max, Sears. Earn cash back when you purchase your computer, appliances, office supplies, air travel, clothing & lots more! Just use the link below to check it out and let me know what you think!
CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

FUN ITEMS for SUMMER

There was a time in days gone by when families would, "See the USA in their Chevrolet" during the summer months. Often purchased on these family trips, as a souvenir, would be a state map kitchen towel or tablecloth. We are now offering a nice selection of vintage reproduction towels and tablecloths. Check them all out here:

http://www.nanaluluslinensandhandkerchiefs.com/index.cfm

FABULOUS USA AMERICA SOUVENIR MAP TABLECLOTH

FLORIDA State map Souvenir TABLECLOTH retro cool

TEXAS MAP Souvenir Kitchen Towel Retro Lone Star

California State Kitchen Towel Fabulous Retro RED

Retro Vintage Style HAWAIIAN Hula Girl Tablecloth

California State Souvenir Tablecloth PASTEL Colors

For sunny summer days and weddings don't forget our Belgium lace parasols

and ladies hand fans

Belgian Lace Parasols Lace Umbrella Lace Hand Fans