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Oktoberfest!

Thursday, September 25th, 2008 Judy

A tradition of beer, polkas and chicken dancing. Originally, Oktoberfest was held for the commemoration of the marriage between Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese, now it is a world-famous ... Read more..

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Take Your Diet on a Mediterranean Cruise.

Monday, September 22nd, 2008 Judy

As reported in The Oregonian, September 17, 2008. The Mediterranean diet is famous for lowering your risk of heart disease. Recent studies have shown that it also provides a protection ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas, Gourmet Gifts | 1 Comment »

Do You Remember When…

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 Judy

Normally I don't care much for chain letter-like emails, but I received one today from my brother-in-law that made me smile. If I promise not to make you send the ... Read more..

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Christmas in July-A Sneak Peek

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008 Judy

Right about now most of you are enjoying the warm days of summer with nary a thought of Christmas. Behind the scenes at GiftTree, however, Christmas is in full swing. ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Baskets, Holidays, Inside GiftTree | 2 Comments »

Camp Fire Fun

Friday, July 25th, 2008 Judy

Wo-He-Lo (That’s the Camp Fire Greeting and is from the beginning of the words Work, Health, Love) We just finished creating over 40 gifts for the Camp Fire USA “Blue Jeans ... Read more..

Posted in In the Community, Inside GiftTree | 3 Comments »

Picnic Stix

Friday, June 13th, 2008 Judy

The blanket is spread on the grass, you and your partner unpack the picnic hamper--a loaf of bread, artisan cheese, some grapes and a bottle of wine. You're looking cute ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Ideas, What's New, Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

Favorites

Friday, June 13th, 2008 Judy

One of the most popular items in our gift baskets are the popcorns. I am particularly fond of the Sweet Almond Popcorn. It is a sweet and crunchy mix of ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Baskets, Gourmet Gifts, My Favorite Gift | 1 Comment »

Summer Fun

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 Judy

Summer is traditionally a time for gatherings. Whether it is a wedding, a graduation, a class reunion, a kids' camp or a family reunion people travel from all over the ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas | 5 Comments »

Don’t Forget Dad

Friday, May 23rd, 2008 Judy

Mother's Day 2008 has been put to rest. Children young and old have expressed loving tributes to their mothers. Now it is Dad's turn. Although we may tend to think ... Read more..

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Getting the Last Word - The Card Message

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 Judy

As a Designer for a company specializing in gifts and gift baskets, the pressure is on for me to always give the perfect gift. I have found that often the ... Read more..

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