**Psst- We know most Fridays we just post once, but every month on sponsor shout out days we double up. So we’ll be back in a few hours with a post that has Sherry ready to wet her pants. Figuratively speaking.
It’s time for our monthly showing of thanks to our sponsors (the folks who help make the other 30-plus posts a reality). As you’ll see, we took Spring as an excuse to celebrate all the colorful things that our sponsors are serving up (none of which have been gifted to us – here’s our no-swag policy). And as always, if you’re looking to save some green, don’t miss the round-up of special discounts on the bottom.
- Splashes of color in these black & white photo collages from Madcanvases.
- This garden-esque pattern from FLOR in names like Poppy, Marigold and Geranium
- These fresh looking glass listello accents from The Tile Shop (Sherry’s in love).
- These happy little Shades of Light sconces (for the wall or the ceiling).
- The “burnt orange” color and modern pattern of this Moroccan rug from Z Gallerie.
- WallQuotes’ collection of modern floral decals for a little (removable) garden inside.
- A vintage watering can from Ruby Lane to add some rustic charm to a garden.
- New gadget cases, like this colorful one for an iPad, from Jenna Lou Designs.
- Scoring deals on Joss & Main (up to 70%) through events like their Earth Day collection.
- A Spring-y round-up from Dot Coms For Moms, including a ton of party balloon ideas.
- Nursery-ready artwork from Trendy Peas, like this Butterfly Bloom print.
- Following the gardening adventures on Hometalk‘s boards and Facebook page.
Speaking of saving, here’s all the details on all those DISCOUNTS:
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48 Comments
I love those vases! So sad they only ship to the US.
So sorry about that! I keep thinking someone has to come up with a business called They Only Ship To The US that helps folks get items that don’t ship internationally (maybe by providing a US PO Box and then forwarding things on to other places?). I think it would be a hit!
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s
There are websites that do this! My boyfriend knows about them, I’ll ask him later and report back. Obviously not a cheap option but worth knowing about.
No way! Haha, well there goes my unique idea. Haha.
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s
Here you go: http://www.reship.com (but there’s plenty of others too)
Thanks! So funny. I have been living under a rock, I think.
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Thanks! I’ll have to check those out, although I’ve always heard they’re a bit expensive it might be worth it!
I live in Canada, not too far from the US boarder. But there is a store on the US side that will let you use their address to ship stuff to and they hold the packages for you. I think they charge a $3/package holding fee. Then all I have to do is drive down and pick it up when its convenient for me (its about an hour and a half round trip for me). I think they will hold it for up to a month! It works out really well for anyone in my Canadian town looking to order stuff that only ships to the US.
Wow- that’s awesome for someone who lives so close!
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s
Can JamieF share info? I live in Canada, colse to the border as well! Maybe it’s nearby!
I love that garden pattern from FLOR! Amazing!
Are you guys doing anything for earth day this weekend? I planted a flower (http://mailboxjourney.com/2012/04/20/planting-for-earth-day/) :)
We love Earth Day (it’s also my brother’s birthday!) so we’re doing some family stuff, but plan to do some outside stuff too (and get Clara involved if we can). Love your flower planting!
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s
Super Fun – Flor is finally opening in Boston! we’re going to the grand opening party next Thursday to finally check them out in person (and hopefully find something we like for the living room)
That’s so exciting! We’ve never been to one of their stores. I bet they’re awesome!
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Cool way to promote your sponsors.Like those sconces.
Thanks Carol!
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s
Sherry and Ainhoa, google for parcel forwarding companies-they basically do exactly what Sherry describes. There are heaps of them!
I have no idea why some massive companies still won’t ship to Australia, it is very frustrating.
(sorry I have no idea to comment on a comment, so I hope you understand what this is in reference to) xo
Thanks for the tip Jes! There goes my big business idea. So glad it’s already something people do though! Although I’m not sure how expensive it can get…
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s
Thanks Jes! I’ll check them out!
Yes, there are lots of these forwarding companies, but you should choose one that’s located in a state that doesn’t have a sales tax. I use a company called AmForward (http://www.amforward.com), they are in Portland, OR, so you don’t ever pay a sales tax. One think that I like about them that you can choose different shipping methods like USPS, FedEx, UPS. Personally, I prefer USPS because I usually forward small packages and the express carriers are just too expensive for a small package.
YAY! Virtual shopping day!! Woot!
Is that Ikat pillow from Ballard Designs? I was scoping out drapes in that pattern in their catalog the other day. Love it!
I believe Ballard sells that fabric (and various things made from it) and have also seen it in other places (like pillows made from it on etsy.com). We have a special place in our heart for that fabric since we found it at an outlet last year and made dining room drapes from it! More on that here:
http://www.younghouselove.com/2011/06/my-babies/
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s
Curious…..I live in Canada but have a post office box I have things sent to in the States. Would I still qualify to enter? I ship to it all the time because we only live 30mins from the border so it’s a quick trip to pick up.
Oh yes, anyone with a US shipping address is eligible for our giveaways! As long as there’s an addy to ship something to within the criteria of the donor, we’re happy to include as many folks as we can!
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s
Could the pants wetting have anything to do with the Special Edition Domino that hit newsstands this week??? Can’t wait to pick mine up later today!!
Haha, good guess but I don’t have mine either! We looked at Target for it last night and no dice. Maybe we’ll find it this weekend at B&N!
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s
Such pretty options!!!!
Would you PLEASE just come to my house and make it look as cool and welcoming as your blog?! I just love your style and how you tie things together in such a cohesive way. Even your sponsor shout out’s look fantastic!
Seriously you two need to go into home decorating. You could be the next Sarah Richardson (well, Mr. & Mrs. SR!)
Aw thanks so much. You’re so sweet! We have always thought it would be fun to decorate other people’s homes, so maybe when Clara and hopefully-future-kiddo are older we can get into that? Blogging is our first love so we’d never want to let that go, so we’d have to find the time to do other houses too (hence the maybe when the kid(s) are older idea). Could be fun…!
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OMG! Love the paint color on the wall in the Liberty Hardware picture. Do you think they would share?
Here’s hoping they do! We’ll drop them a line to ask if they can comment with the answer for ya!
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s
Thanks for asking about the wall color! It is Frosted Pomegranate by Behr.
Thanks for swinging by with the info, Amy!
-John
What a timely post! I have a question: have you guys started using something called “Text Enhance” on your website? Just this week I noticed these links popping up (for instance, in your post the word “Discounts” is linked to a website offering Walmart gift cards. This doesn’t seem like your style, and if it’s not from you, I would like to get rid of it. Any idea how I could do that?
Oh no that’s not us – that’s a virus or spyware issue on your end. It happened to someone else and they said it was something with their spyware or they had a virus or something but they were able to get rid of it. Maybe try restarting your computer and then clearing your cache/data/cookies, etc. Hope it works. Anyone else know how to get rid of that issue for Sandra?
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Sherry, just rebooted, and it went away. You were right, and thanks for recognizing it! Happy weekend!
Hey YHL – Is this correct? I’d love to pre-order it awhile. :)
oops, I guess I didn’t include the link: http://www.amazon.com/Young-House-Love-Sherry-Petersik/dp/1579654789
Oh yes, that’s us! Ahhh, so excited! The pic is hopefully coming soon. Still finalizing the cover…
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Just per-ordered! :)
I meant pre-ordered. My god, I’m on a roll today, thank goodness it’s friday! It’s been one long week.
Haha- happy Friday!
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s
Your blog is proving to be an amazing study distraction! Thanks from New Zealand!
Somehow you’ve once again read my mind! I have been looking for fun shelf paper everywhere and you pop up with Chic Shelf Paper in your sponsor list. Thanks for once again inspiring my decorating efforts!
my fiance and i just purchased a custom embosser for our wedding invitation envelopes from the paper cafe. thanks for hooking up that discount! we will definitely use them again!
Just pre-ordered your book! :)
You guys are brilliant for “calling out” your sponsors regularly each month! We should be doing the same!
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Shannon
Aw thanks Shannon! You’re so sweet to pre-order! Can’t wait until there’s a book pic (and more updated info) over there! Then we’ll be blogging all about it!
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s