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Giveaway – EVO Social Media Conference Pass

by Marie June 4, 2010

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Congrats to #127 Katie, you’re going to EVO! And for everyone else, remember there is a fabulous discount for M&T readers: code FRIENDSOFEVO for $100 off your ticket! I’m excited for today’s giveaway, as you all know I’m a big fan of blog conferences. EVO [...]

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Getting Organized with Avery

by Marie June 2, 2010

Who doesn’t need a little more organization in their life, right?! I’m pretty good at staying on top of things, but I’m always looking for the right tools to help me. Avery seems to have all the right stuff and happily they sent me a fun package with lots of great product. There were binders, [...]

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Are You a LOSTie? Let’s Talk!

by Marie May 28, 2010

Who here is a “Lostie“? Come on, I know you’re out there. I’m a total LOST nerd and love it. I’ve watched the show each week for 6 years! I’m still not sure where I stand with the finale, but I do know I’m gonna miss Jack and Sawyer! Image via Gritfx See if you’re [...]

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Personalized Cookies from Mrs. Fields

by Marie May 28, 2010

Aren’t these cookies the best? Maybe I’m a little biased about this one, but who doesn’t love to see their name on a cookie? Thanks to Mrs. Field’s Gifts, I received a plate full of these cookies with my Make and Takes logo on them. So fun!

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Scholastic Parent and Child Blogger Awards

by Marie May 24, 2010

I’m thrilled and honored to have found out that Make and Takes is a finalist in the Scholastic Parent and Child Blogger Awards! Voting has just opened and I’d love if you took a minute to head over and vote. You don’t have to sign up, just click “vote”, super easy! You have until June [...]

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Giveaway: Utah Summer Bucket List

by Marie May 14, 2010

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Congrats to our winners: Thanksgiving Point: #206 Jodi Boondocks: #192 Kim C. PCMR: #194 Michelle Rocky Mountain Outfitters: #181 Anne Cowabunga Bay: #44 Lindsay Tracy Aviary: #100 Kalli Summer is almost here, can you feel it?! I’ve just written about it over at The Mother [...]

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What You Might Find at “The Next Exit”

by Marie May 13, 2010

You may find yourself out on the road, traveling the interstate from point A to point B. If so, then The Next Exit is going to be your bestfriend. It’s “interstate travel made easy”! The Next EXIT® is the most complete U.S. Interstate Highway exit directory ever printed. You’ll find a thorough exit-by-exit listing of [...]

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Eat Blog Run was One Wild Ride!

by Marie May 8, 2010

Remember I told you about the team of running bloggers I put together called Eat Blog Run? Well, we conquered our race last weekend at The Relay in Northern California. 12 runners, 1 driver, and 2 volunteers made up our team of 15!! We ran all day, someone running every minute, for 200 miles in [...]

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Giveaway: 50 Party Invitations from Vistaprint

by Marie May 7, 2010

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Congrats to #35 Kelly. Have fun planning your party! Summer is almost here, can you believe it? I’m ready for the warm weather and to start planning parties. There’s graduation, family reunions, and summer parties. And Vistaprint, a Make and Takes sponsor, is here today [...]

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Giveaway: Something for Mom at Cambria Cove

by Marie April 30, 2010

This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to #18 Liz. You’re the winner of a $150 gift certificate to Cambria Cove. Have fun shopping! Cambria Cove is here today with a fabulous giveaway just in time for Mother’s Day. And you’re going to want to win this one, as they certainly have Mom in mind with [...]

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