Create Something One Of A Kind With Blurb

People love getting really creative, one-of-a-kind books for Christmas. Books that elicit a “where did you find this?” response. As the leading indie- and self-publishing platform, Blurb has an entire online bookstore full of unique books by an incredible array of undiscovered, self-published authors, artists, and photographers. And while these books probably aren’t in your recipient’s bookshelf, many of them should be. So, if you’re thinking of giving unique gifts this year, consider these titles. Each costs around $40 USD or less: 

Cookie Cravings by Maria Lichty and Heidi Larsen We all have cookie cravings. Popular food blogger Maria Lichter decided to put them into something deliciously original: A baking book featuring 30 recipes you won’t find anywhere else. 

Dog by My Side by Adam Schnitzer This charming collection of original, vintage photos shows us that as long as there have been cameras, we’ve wanted to photograph our canine best friends. As a special bonus, there’s a glossary of the early photographic methods used in the original images. 

Around the World with a Toy Camera by Giorgio Giussani Perfect for the photography or graffiti-art fan on your list. This book is an explosion of gritty color that explores the wonders of street art and analog photography. 

Food Stories by Elena Scott A short, wonderfully illustrated collection of recipes (and food stories) that will inspire you to pick up the knife and spatula—or just pen and paper. 

Things I Love by Carol Nehls and Jessica Rose Illustrated and written many years apart by a mother and daughter, this sweet rhyming story told by a fox is pure joy for all ages.

This Is Me After Thanksgiving!

Save On Your Thanksgiving Feast

Free Shipping At Cheryl's

Get into the Spirit of things with FREE shipping on select items at Cheryls.com! (Valid until 12/31/2013) Use coupon code JOYSHIP. Great selection of gifts for friends and family who live out of town!

Jump Mania Voucher

We've bought this voucher before and my boys had a blast.  Save on open-jump sessions at Jump Mania in Plano.  They've also got a HOT birthday party option, which will save you lots!
Choose from Three Options 

• $10 for a two-hour open-jump session for two (a $20 value) 
• $20 for a two-hour open-jump session for four (a $40 value) 
• $149 for a birthday party for up to 15 (a $215 value).  Includes 90 minutes of jump time in the open-jump area and 30 minutes in private party room. Party supplies, personal party attendant, and cleanup included. Also includes Goodie bag for birthday child, Invitations and thank you cards.

Jump Mania has 10 bounce houses and inflatables, suited for ages 1-12.  Best of all, this voucher doesn't expire for 120 days from your purchase, so you can hold onto it for rainy days or school breaks!

Good Coupons For Those Of You With Kiddos

HOT Deal on Aventure Landing

This one is for all my LOCAL readers.  You know how you've got Thanksgiving and Christmas break coming up before you know it?  Here's a great way to entertain the kids and save big bucks.  Pay just $15.00 for a five-attraction family fun pass to Adventure Landing on Coit Road in Dallas.  It doesn't expire until April 1, 2014, so you've got plenty of time to use it. We went here for AJ's birthday in October, and had a GREAT TIME.

Choose from Three Options 

• $15 for one Five-Attraction Pass (Up to a $31.99 Value) 
• $29 for two Five-Attraction Passes (Up to a $63.98 Value) 
• $58 for four Five-Attraction Passes (Up to a $127.96 Value) 

Attractions include miniature golf, laser tag, bumper boats and go-karts.

The Loom Band Deals Just Keep On Comin'!

Save up to 80% off a loom bands kit. Choose from 3 options: 

• $9 for 1,200 bands with 48 clips and loom hook 
• $12 for a kit with 1,200 bands, 48 clips, loom hook + a loom board
• $14 for a kit with 1,800 bands, 48 clips, loom hook + a loom board 

Michael's can't keep these in stock, and they are NOT accepting coupons for them.  So this is a DEAL!  These colorful rubber bands make rings, bracelets, necklaces and more. Makes a great gift or holiday craft! Free shipping included!

Baby Coupons

Groupon Deals

Calling all my local readers. Pay $10 for $20 of natural skincare, makeup, hair and body products from The Body Shop. Valid at two locations - Stonebriar and Willow Bend. Not valid online. Voucher expires 12/24/13.  This is a popular one, with over 1,000 vouchers sold so far. Get it while you can!

This is a fun idea! Save 50% on a PajamaGram. I'd love to get one of these! Choose from pajama collections for the whole family, including pets, or hooded and footed pajamas that make excellent Christmas gifts. Choose Between Two Options:

• $25 for $50 worth of pajamas and accessories 
• $49 for $100 worth of pajamas and accessories

                                             

Get a Three-Course Dinner for Two or Four, or pay $9 for $15 Worth of Lunch at Village Grill in Highland Village. I've eaten here before - it's YUMMERS!

Choose from Three Options 

• $25 for three-course dinner for two, which includes one appetizer (up to a $7.99 value), two entrees (up to a $15.99 value each), and one dessert (up to a $4.95 value; up to a $44.92 total value) 
• $45 for three-course dinner for four, which includes two appetizers, four entrees, and two desserts (up to an $89.84 total value) 
• $9 for $15 worth of lunch fare

CUTE Kids Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Looking for a fun way to dress up the kiddy table at your Thanksgiving feast? How about this CUTE centerpiece? Plus it's a snack! All you need is:

• 2 small brown paper bags
• 1 big brown paper bag (Most Grocery Stores will give you one for free, just ask)
• Plastic bags or wax paper to line the paper bags with if you have buttery popcorn or cooked the popcorn with oil
• Printer Paper
• Scissors
• Popcorn 
• Hot glue gun
• Extras: A silver platter, fake vegetables, parsley, real fruit, or leftover candy from their crafts.

The directions can be found at One Charming Party. Also if your kids’ table is a little too big for one turkey make two or a drum stick full of popcorn for each child. 

Custom Photo Gift Offers

Just in time for holiday gift giving! Picaboo is offering Buy One Photo Book, Get One Free. Even better - you'll also score FREE shipping. Use code CUSTOMCLASSIC at checkout. Other holiday deals include: 

• Coupon Code for 50% off Holiday Cards: CARDS4YOU 
• Coupon Code for Buy One Calendar Get One Free: 2014CALENDAR 
• Coupon Code for Buy One Photo Book Get One Free: CUSTOMCLASSIC

Custom photo gifts are great for Grandparents, and out of town relatives - they're always a BIG HIT in our family!