tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52759740718157319132024-03-05T12:40:36.494-05:00HoneeBee GiftsHoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.comBlogger502125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-20865093153582305112013-10-05T11:43:00.000-04:002013-10-05T11:43:09.457-04:00Head over to the NEW HoneeBee Gifts site!Hey HoneeBee'ers! I am sorry it's been quiet over here:( It's been for a GREAT reason though. I have been working on a new site and it's finally up and ready to go!<br />
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Please visit me there: <b>www.honeebeegifts.com</b>. I'd love to show you around & please let me know what you think and how I might be of service to you!<br />
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<br />HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-34832165537697451722013-09-19T17:35:00.000-04:002013-09-19T17:35:05.677-04:00Get GIFT TIPS from HoneeBee Gifts at the Southern Women's Show TOMORROW<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">The Southern Women's Show has some wonderful things planned from September 19-22 The Charlotte Convention Center. Everyone is invited to join the FUN! Jam-packed with cool jewelry and handbags, make-up tips and tricks, delicious gourmet treats and more. Besides incredible shopping, you can enjoy runway fashion shows, cooking classes and informed speakers. Grab your mom, sister or best friend and spend the day--or weekend--doing everything you love! Tickets are $10 at the door and children under 6 are free. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-size: x-small;">Simone is a public relations and marketing pro who knows how to find the perfect gift, for the perfect budget. Find her insights and ideas on her blog, </span><a href="http://www.honeebeegifts.blogspot.com/" style="color: #999999; font-size: 13px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">honeebeegifts.blogspot.com</a><span style="color: #333333; font-size: x-small;">. Based in Charlotte, she is a regular contributor for SouthPark Magazine and Charlotte Style Magazine and Sheckys, a lifestyle company based in New York. A native of Baltimore, Simone earned her Bachelor of Arts from Bowie State University and her Master’s Degree from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She has also taught the art of public speaking at University of North Carolina at Charlotte. When she isn’t blogging or finding the perfect gift, you can find her enjoying the arts, good food, and working with several community nonprofits including the Young Affiliates of the Mint Museum where she serves on their board of directors.</span><br />
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-65526706532191508572013-09-19T11:41:00.000-04:002013-09-20T11:42:40.665-04:00Experience: Isabella Santos Foundation's 5K for Kid's Cancer<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaU8ki4p6fbS2lgOQhpMHFPR3n2cnpPDpI3uFSglV72CGOGfDVae6GcGOGEX9-_QmV8Ryh18XmBLWjBoso0RE4lG1KKkhuXdEtIcqGDpMBa-_BKYHMmdQkhuQyr1sF0s4s7gsUdpSiPZk/s1600/Isabella+Santos+5K+Run.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaU8ki4p6fbS2lgOQhpMHFPR3n2cnpPDpI3uFSglV72CGOGfDVae6GcGOGEX9-_QmV8Ryh18XmBLWjBoso0RE4lG1KKkhuXdEtIcqGDpMBa-_BKYHMmdQkhuQyr1sF0s4s7gsUdpSiPZk/s400/Isabella+Santos+5K+Run.jpg" width="400" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Listen up, HoneeBee’ers! I am getting a little serious on the blog today. If you are local resident of Charlotte I encourage you to step up and step out for cancer awareness</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_631065084" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Calibri; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">this Saturday</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">by participating in the Isabella Santos Foundation's 5K for Kid's Cancer.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The race is named after Isabella Santos, a young girl who was diagnosed with a rare childhood</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">cancer called neuroblastoma. Shortly after her diagnosis, the </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Santos family started the</span> <span style="font-family: Calibri;">race to raise funds for pediatric cancer research. In its’ sixth year, the race celebrates Isabella (who passed away in 2012) and continues to raise funds for pediatric cancer research.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Last</span> y<span style="font-family: Calibri;">ear’s event was very successful bringing in 1600 attendees and raising over $200K. This year’s event will take place on</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_631065085" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Calibri; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday, September 21</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">at Ballantyne Corporate Park, beginning at</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_631065086" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Calibri; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">8am</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">source: isabellasantosfoundation.com</span>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-73598375541918585362013-09-14T21:55:00.000-04:002013-09-14T21:55:31.980-04:00Hollywood's Charming & Spectacular Push Presents<span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">People Magazine compiled 10 push presents that celebrities received for bringing their bundles of joy into the world. Here are some great gifts from the significant others of Jessica Simpson to Beyonce....</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">A month after welcoming </span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-position: 0px 50%; line-height: 18px; list-style: none;">son Ace Knute</span></span><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"> on June 30, fiancé Eric Johnson gave the mom-of-two a pair of stunning Elahn Jewels Moonstone Earrings. Adorned with micro pave diamonds and with a price tag of $4,500, the gems have a sentimental meaning for the couple: moonstone is young Ace's birthstone.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">What do you give the woman who just gave birth to the future King of England? For Prince William </span><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"> he surprised his wife </span><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">with an </span>adorable teddy bear<span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"> from London department store Harrods. The new dad is said to have purchased the Charles Stephens stuffed animal – the retailer's annual bear, fully decked out in a smart white shirt, dapper red tie and pinstripe vest – before Prince George's July 22 birth.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">To read more about these extravagant and thoughtful celebrity push presents go<a href="http://www.people.com/people/celebritybabies/gallery/0,,20726358,00.html" target="_blank"> <b>here</b></a>. </span></span></div>
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-58553057082237847922013-08-29T12:18:00.000-04:002013-08-29T12:18:18.509-04:00Experience: Romare Bearden Park Grand Opening Celebration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There's something about a city park, no? Charlotte has a few green spaces but nothing quite like the new <b>Romare Bearden Park</b>. Maybe, I'm taking it too far but with the opening of the park could it be that Charlotte now has its own, albeit small, version of Central Park in its midst? {OK--did I take it too far? You know, I don't think so!}<br />
Named after the famed 20th century artist who grew up in Charlotte, the 5.4 park will feature two gardens, event lawn, tables and chairs, children's area, formal lawn, as well as areas for events including weddings. <br />
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Romare Bearden Park will have its' grand opening celebration this weekend with performances, activities and of course the opportunity to view the park. <span style="text-align: center;">Here's just one thing you can do each day of the grand opening celebration:</span></div>
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*Storytelling (Sunday at 1:30pm)*</div>
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Throughout the day there will be live music, fitness demonstrations, jugglers, face painters, caricature artists, stilt puppets and much more! Please go <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Pages/Romare-Bearden-Park.aspx" target="_blank">here</a> for the entire schedule of events and best locations to park. This park brings about many gifts--the gift of music, art, fitness and community. In addition, this would make for a not-so-run-of-the-mill date--did someone say gift of a great date?</div>
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<b>Bzzz: </b>Throughout the year the park will host fitness and cultural arts programs. For more on these specific activities including bootcamp classes, music box lunch series and art and photography classes go <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Pages/Romare-Bearden-Park.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">source: charmeck.com, architects newspaper, arts and science council </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So excited to be featured by <strong>Sleeveshirt Consulting</strong> and <strong>Banglewood Crafts</strong>! It was great to share a bit about me and my baby, <strong>HoneeBee Gifts</strong>. Both Sleeveshirt and Banglewood help entrepreneurs in their own special way. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sleeveshirt Consulting <span style="color: #343434;">works with inventors launching products, businesses looking to develop new product lines, and established brands needing targeted marketing and publicity. <span style="color: black;">Banglewood Crafts is an online craft store, blog and how-to-information source that serves as a platform for artists of all kinds to display their work and tell their story. </span></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #343434;"><span style="color: black;">I really appreciate them sharing a bit of my story with their loyal readers & followers.</span></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>To see the entire Sleeveshirt Consulting article go </strong></span><a href="http://sleeveshirt.blogspot.com/2013/08/spotlight-entrepreneur-simone-mcdowell.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>here</strong></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>.</strong></span> </td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">sources: sleeveshirt consulting, banglewood crafts</span>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-54560005934079589262013-08-19T22:39:00.002-04:002013-08-19T22:39:35.690-04:00Sneak Peek: The Cheeky Bean Boutique-SouthPark<br />
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On Saturday I had the chance to check out <b><a href="http://www.thecheekybean.com/" target="_blank">The Cheeky Bean Fashion Boutique</a> </b>in SouthPark. This is their second location in less than a year! Their first location is located in Ballantyne and before opening a brick & mortar store they were exclusively online. The SouthPark location has special touches throughout the store including ready made outfits including jewelry on high level racks (pic below), an accent wall infused with glitter and beautifully draped dressing rooms. All items in the boutique are hand selected from various designers including Free People, I.Madeline, Swell Caroline and many others. Here are a few shots I took of the boutique's new digs:<br />
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<b>Here's a quick "don't" when going through the gift giving process....</b><br />
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<b><br /></b>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-3958966292547819252013-08-15T01:36:00.000-04:002013-08-15T01:36:01.975-04:00The BUZZ on Gift Giving<b>Here's a quick "don't" when going through the gift giving process....</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Don't give a gift that you feel ashamed to give<br />or would not want to receive</b></span></td></tr>
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<b><br /></b>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-8490482186945503352013-08-14T09:00:00.000-04:002013-08-14T09:00:01.346-04:00The BUZZ on Gift Giving<b>Here's a quick "do" when going through the gift giving process....</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Do think about the giftee when making a gift purchase</span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></b></td></tr>
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-6522437110768032622013-08-12T01:27:00.000-04:002013-08-13T01:28:55.089-04:00The BUZZ on Gift Giving<b>Here's a quick "don't" when going through the gift giving process....</b><br />
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My go-to accessory for Deborah Lloyd, President and Creative Director of Kate Spade's go to accessory is...a great cocktail ring from Kate Spade New York or Chanel. Lloyd says she has a 1920s Chanel sparkler that has started many conversations. <br />
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-26484271770746195442013-07-15T17:14:00.001-04:002013-07-15T17:14:34.877-04:00Out the Box: Augusta Campbell<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Out the Box</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> is a series on HoneeBee Gifts that focuses on local community notables who share a bit about their </span><em style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">gifting life</em><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">...and a little more. I am excited to share this feature with you and I hope you enjoy this up and personal look at gifting. It's kind of like peeking into someone's closet...but much more fun!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><span style="color: orange;">The Gift:</span></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> <b><i>Augusta Campbell</i></b></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" />Before my gift scouting trips I love to research places to go/shop, people to see....as well as leave time to simply explore. On my recent trip to Memphis, I had plans to chat with <b>Augusta Campbell</b>, <b>Freelance Wardrobe Stylist</b> and <b>Fashion Editor</b> of <b>Memphis Magazine</b> to get her insight but unfortunately our schedules couldn't mesh. I was sad that I wouldn't get a chance to chat with Campbell--I knew she would be able to share her city knowledge and shopping nuggets like only a native could (yep, born and raised!). </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Well, let me tell you how Augusta went above and beyond when she knew the chances were slim that we would meet up--she sent me an email sharing a few of her favorite places including specific names, things I should try and so on. Her tips were invaluable and some of the places she shared have now become my favorite Memphis spots too. I was completely blown away by her southern hospitality! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">In addition, she is also a self-proclaimed Memphis city lover and loves feeling creative...all these things are evident in her gifting life so without further ado, let's learn more about Augusta Campbell... </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Best gift received:
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Best gift given: A pair of almost never worn Balenciaga
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My "go to" gift to give is: Anything from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brave-Design/185641898159948?sk=info" target="_blank"><b>Brave Design</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">What’s on your gift wish list: Gold jewelry, another dress
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Your most recent shopping splurge: my vintage Oscar de la
Renta dress for my son’s First Communion. And Grizzlies play off tickets!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I love shopping at <u><b><a href="http://www.spruceshop.com/" target="_blank">Spruce</a></b></u> for <u>inexpensive jewelry and
treasures for the home</u>. </span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: orange; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><strong>The Bow: <span style="color: black;"><em>Let's peek into the life of Augusta, out of stylist mode...</em></span></strong></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">On a Saturday afternoon you'd most likely find me: outside</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Favorite quote: “You can be gorgeous at thirty, charming at
forty, and irresistible for the rest of your life.”-Coco Chanel</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I am most inspired by: life and my family</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I'd love to meet: Pablo Picasso</span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><b>Bzzz</b>...Be sure to "like" Augusta Campbell's Facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Augusta-Campbell-Stylist/109000351995" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a><b>. </b> </span></span>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-17584168335815774622013-07-11T20:05:00.000-04:002013-07-30T20:57:12.863-04:00Buzzing around SouthPark Magazine<div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-1379717141757082210" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0px 0px 0.75em;">
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<span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Be sure to pick up the July issue of </span><b style="line-height: 1.6em;">SouthPark Magazine</b><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> which is filled with great articles on the who, what, when, where in Charlotte. This month I was beyond excited to not only write but style the cover story entitled <i><b><a href="http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2013/06/20/4118648/fresh-brewed-fashion.html" target="_blank">Fresh Brewed Fashion</a></b> </i>featuring men in the thriving local beer scene<i>. </i> The article covered many aspects of the industry talking to brewers, a beer blogger and bottle shop owner...and not only did we talk beer but we also played dress up in high end suits from local boutiques and department stores like <b>Neiman Marcus</b> and <b>Blank Canvas</b>. Also, in this issue I share products men should stock up on for the summer...I <i>did</i> have help top local grooming hubs like <b>Emerson Joseph</b> and <b>Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge</b>. Plus, I interviewed individuals whose style is their profession...from Sonya Barnes, Image Consultant to Richard Pattison, of Taylor Richards & Conger and they shared their tips for instant style for me. </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 1.6em;"><b>Gift idea</b>: Be the best girlfriend ever by taking your dude to a brewery and sample the best local beer. </span></div>
HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-56562021544050273522013-07-10T17:00:00.000-04:002013-07-10T17:00:02.495-04:00Giftology: Cherry Blossoms in D.C. were a gift from Japan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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1912, Japan presented the then first lady Helen Herron Taft with more than
three thousand cherry trees of twelve varieties to be planted in Washington,
D.C.'s tidal basin. Those trees still stand today and are the central feature of Washington's famous Cherry Blossom Festival. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><span style="line-height: 17px;">sources: the enchanted home blog, you shouldn't have book</span></span>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-78335863214054270142013-07-09T22:23:00.000-04:002013-07-19T21:17:03.193-04:00Experience: Flawless Makeup Art <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b>Flawless Makeup Art</b> owned and operated by<b> Joy Nichelle
Randall</b> is a makeup boutique catering to celebrities (did someone say Fantasia?) to the everyday gal (raises hand!). <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Specializing in quick, professional makeup, Joy feels that
you should look your best at all times—not simply special occasions. To
help you do so, she has created the <b>Flawless Makeup Art membership </b>program
where you can have unlimited access to the skills of Ms. Randall. Clients choose either a three or six month option for $175 and $250 respectively. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">With over 7
years of professional experience, Randall's work includes countless weddings, magazine photoshoots and
fashion shows (be sure to check her out in September as she takes on the Beauty Director role for Style Night Out) and she is sure to have you leaving her chair looking better than
when you first sat down. Plus, being serviced in her studio adds a level
of relaxation that simply cannot be had at your local mall. Not to long ago, she did my makeup for an event and the results are below. I wanted a natural look and she asked if I was okay with a pop of color and I said 'go for it' soooo check out the look below.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Bzzzz:</strong> If you sign up for the Flawless Makeup Art membership
program <a href="http://www.styleseat.com/FlawlessMakeupArt" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a> and use promo code "HoneeBeeFlawless" you will receive $25 off your
membership! <o:p></o:p></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Be sure to check additional services provided by Flawless Makeup Art by visiting their website <a href="http://www.joynichellerandall.com/" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b>Here’s a gift:</b> In addition, Joy shared with me that flawless
is a lifestyle that does not stop with how you look on the outside, it’s also
how you feel on the inside. With her job being one that does normally focus on
the “pretty” it was intriguing to know that there is more than meets the eye in
Joy’s world of lipsticks, blushes and eye shadows. Let's all be flawless on the inside and out, ladies! </span>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-37812809875889521232013-07-03T00:03:00.000-04:002013-07-03T00:03:08.562-04:00Gift Faux Pas: Wedding Gift Amount Deemed Insufficient By Bad-Mannered BrideHave you heard about the bride who sent one of her wedding guests a Facebook message questioning their gift choice? How offensive. This my friend's is a <b>gift faux pas</b>. Read the article below from The Huffington Post:<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, Century, Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21px;">Wow, talk about bad manners! On Friday, we received a truly horrifying email from one of our readers that would make etiquette guru Emily Post turn in her grave. The reader, Tanya, told us about a recent Facebook message she received from a bride after attending her wedding last month. In the message, the bride expressed her dissatisfaction with the $100 wedding gift she received from Tanya and her date. You can read the message for yourself below, but we must warn you: Your blood WILL boil.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, Century, Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21px;">Last weekend I attended a wedding of a not-close friend with my boyfriend and as a gift we gave $100 cash. This was generous considering my financial situation. I just finished university with $40,000 in student loans, and have only found part time (12-18 hrs per week) minimum wage. I gave as much as I could and attended to show my support. </span><br />
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<em style="border: 0px; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">"Hi Tanya, how are you? I just want to know is there any reason or dissatisfaction of Mike's and I wedding that both you and Phil gave 50$ each? In terms of the amount we got from you both was very unexpected as a result we were very much short on paying off the reception because just for the cocktail + reception alone the plate per person is 200$ (as per a normal wedding range with open bar is about) and Mike and I both have already paid for everything else including decor, photography, attire etc and didn't expect we had to cover that huge amount for reception as well. As I know you both live together and work, so I did not see any reason for that amount, when it comes to your wedding hopefully you'll know what I mean. I hope for the best as from what we receive is what we will give back. Anyways, good luck on everything."</em> [all sic]</div>
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It's infuriating that she had the nerve to make assumptions about my finances, and assume that I or my boyfriend had an extra $400 lying around. Those $100 were hard-earned and she didn't show an ounce of gratitude for what she did receive. That money didn't grow on a tree. If she had a minimum gift requirement, she should have specified it...or asked everyone for income statements before inviting them.</div>
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To hear the advice from HuffPost experts, go <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/07/02/wedding-gift_n_3535780.html?utm_hp_ref=tw" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-48232889116957547322013-06-25T10:00:00.000-04:002013-06-25T10:00:02.041-04:00Out the Box: Kathryn Burcham<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Out the Box</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> is a series on HoneeBee Gifts that focuses on local community notables who share a bit about their </span><em style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">gifting life</em><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">...and a little more. I am excited to share this feature with you and I hope you enjoy this up and personal look at gifting. It's kind of like peeking into someone's closet...but much more fun!</span><br />
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<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><span style="color: orange;">The Gift:</span></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> <b><i>Kathryn Burcham</i></b></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">I first met Katie (she prefers this over Kathryn) at <i>Charlotte Style</i> Magazine's 25 Most Stylish People event and she seemed like a ball of F-U-N. Yes, she was off the clock and at an event that beckoned you to have a good time but even beyond that--her personality seemed genuinely upbeat. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Now fast forward a few months and throw in a few chance encounters (you know Charlotte is small!) with Katie and her cute crew and I can now confirm that she <i>literally</i> is a ball of fun! HA! Anyhoo, when Katie is not throwing her fun around the city, she is a reporter at <i>WSOC TV Channel 9</i>. She loves getting to meet interesting people everyday and being able to share their stories. "It's such an honor when people let you into their life to tell you a bit about themselves." She also enjoys writing everyday because it allows her creative spirit to shine.</span><br />
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<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><span style="color: orange;">The Wrapping:</span> Katie<em> shares just a bit of her gifting life...</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Best gift received: </strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Although it's intangible, my mother gave me the best gift by teaching me how to be a good host. That's sort of an all encompassing term for the ability to whip up an appetizer in a jiffy for unexpected gifts; the art of making people feel comfortable in your home; and treating your guests like royalty!<b> </b></span><br />
<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Best gift given:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> When I flew home to surprise my mother for her 60th birthday. I scrimped and saved to afford my ticket but when I walked through the front door, ready to make her a special dinner for her big day--I will never forget the look on her face. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">My "go-to" gift:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> Champagne. Seriously, who doesn't like champagne? </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">What's on your wish list:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> I'm in the process of redecorating my home right now--and I am in desperate need of the perfect yellow area rug. Fairly certain my eyes are permanently crossed from browsing online. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Your most recent shopping splurge:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> I love shopping <u>Target</u> for <u>anything</u>.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> (Two words: Dollar Aisle)</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: orange; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><strong>The Bow: <span style="color: black;"><em>Let's peek into the life of Katie, out of reporter mode...</em></span></strong></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">On a Saturday afternoon you'd most likely find me...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">in the summer--poolside with a good book and some good friends. In the winter, likely watching sports somewhere and yelling at the tv. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Favorite quote..."</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you" Matthew 17: 20-21</span><br />
<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">I am most inspired by...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">the people I meet every day on the job. The firefighter who rushes into the burning home. The cop who helps pull the wounded woman from a crushed car. The teacher who spends their own meager salary on classroom supplies because they love their students. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">I'd love to meet...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Soledad O'Brien. She is one of my news celebrities. I actually stood next to her at the Edward R. Murrow awards in New York City a few years ago but was too shy to say hello!</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><b>Bzzz</b>...Be sure to watch Katie on <b><a href="http://www.wsoc-tv.com/" target="_blank">WSOC TV Channel 9</a>. </b> </span><br />
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I was super excited to receive an invitation to a private event at <b><a href="http://www.ipolished.com/" target="_blank">Polished Nail Bar</a></b> in Ballantyne to celebrate their newest salon located in Stonecrest Shopping Center. The event brought together <b>style influencers</b> (yup, they included me--go figure!) including some of my best buds and some new faces! We all celebrated over breakfast bites (think quiche and fruit), mimosas (that's what I had) while enjoying a complimentary manicure.<br />
The Ballantyne location is only two months old and is quite spacious. If I had to guess, I'd say this location is about double the size of the Myers Park nail bar, just to give you an idea of what size.<br />
This space would be perfect (<b>gift alert!!</b>) for a Girl's Night Out or a morning of bridal party pampering. I mean, I must agree with their flyer which stated: "Snack, Sip and Spaaah together" sounds good to me! After checking out the space and catching up with some of my best buds and some new faces, I decided it was time to get my nails did, as they say:) This was easier said than done!<br />
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After much contemplation, I chose Shelter Island by Essie. Here are just a couple more snapshots of a lovely morning:<br />
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<b>Bzzzz:</b> Now that you know it's open, be sure to stop by & tell them HoneeBee Gifts sent you! You can check out their pricing and additional services such as waxing and facials <b><a href="http://www.ipolished.com/" target="_blank">here</a></b>. </div>
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-8238619639683413332013-06-16T17:40:00.000-04:002013-06-16T17:40:11.846-04:00Bzzzz: HoneeBee Gifts buzzes around SouthPark Magazine<div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-1379717141757082210" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0px 0px 0.75em;">
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<span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Be sure to pick up the June issue of </span><b style="line-height: 1.6em;">SouthPark Magazine</b><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> which is filled with great articles on the who, what, when, where in Charlotte. This month I was like a kid in a candy store picking out beautiful jewelry from local designers like </span><b style="line-height: 1.6em;">Kristin Hayes</b><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> and </span><b style="line-height: 1.6em;">Laura James</b><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">. Each piece had it's own character and would be a perfect accessory to many summer outfits. The article is called </span><b style="line-height: 1.6em;">Summer Sparklers</b><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> and begins on page 23. Oh and we all love a good cookout, right? I feel like I am always on the lookout for a fun one:) Anyhoo, be sure to read </span><b style="line-height: 1.6em;">Thrill of the Grill</b><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> where I pick out some not-so-expected items to take </span><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">your BBQ from simple to supreme. Oh, and you can pick up a copy of the magazine throughout the city. Here are all the l<a href="http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2012/05/16/3244" target="_blank">ocations</a>. </span></div>
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-16400336859499479312013-05-27T09:28:00.001-04:002013-05-27T09:28:42.071-04:00HoneeBee Gifts Displays: Have one at your next event!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">For special occasions events I have created unique gift displays that help businesses celebrate their anniversaries, launches and
more. It's been fun to get creative in a totally different way! These displays go beyond simply having a table with materials and a candy
dish—my displays have included 5 ft. Christmas trees and 15 lb. televisions,
along with gifts for guests, of course. These displays allow businesses to
stand out among the crowd and are a great conversation starter for guests
and/or potential clients. In addition, I’ve noticed that HoneeBee Gifts
displays have been used as a beautiful backdrop to many photo ops. So far, my
displays have been three-dimensional and the theme is usually a direct
correlation to the event. I work directly with the event planner, share
sketches (I’m not much of a sketch artist though) and/or ideas until we get the
best concept for the event. Next I research and gather all the materials to
make a one-of-a-kind display for the client. Here are a few photos of some of
the displays I have done:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you are interested in having a gift display done for your
event. Please email me at </span><a href="mailto:simonemcdowell@gmail.com"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">simonemcdowell@gmail.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">.
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">For more photos of my gift displays and the events I have
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-21730556551364206092013-05-14T09:07:00.000-04:002013-05-14T09:07:30.149-04:00Experience: Party in the Park at The Mint Museum
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place on the grounds of the <strong>Mint Museum-Randolph</strong>. Couples, friends and
kids can lounge out on the lawn, watch a movie (this year’s flick is Top Gun)
and eat food from local food trucks including Roaming Fork, Southern Cake Queen
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“celebrate the Summer” tunes and check out the latest exhibits inside the
museum. The evening will also feature a silent auction which will benefit the Mint Annual Fund.
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details: Mint Members $10, Non-Members $20, Children under 18: Free You can
pre-register at here or call <span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;">704-337-2000<a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=5275974071815731913#" style="border: currentColor; bottom: 0px; display: inline; float: none; height: 16px; left: 0px; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; position: static !important; right: 0px; top: 0px; vertical-align: middle; white-space: nowrap; width: 16px;" title="Call: 704-337-2000"><img src="data:image/png;base64,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" style="border: currentColor; bottom: 0px; display: inline; float: none; height: 16px; left: 0px; margin: 0px; overflow: hidden; position: static !important; right: 0px; top: 0px; vertical-align: middle; white-space: nowrap; width: 16px;" title="Call: 704-337-2000" /></a></span>. mintmuseum.org/happenings<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sooo, you meant to get your Mom's gift like last week, right? I 'm sure you are not alone. Here are a few items that can be picked up as late as, well tomorrow. Talk about the 11th hour....<br />
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Below are five items that you can pick up on Mother's Day. I have included prices but check your local stores for hours, as they may vary...but are definitely open on Sunday! Good luck!<br />
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<b>Kate Spade Grove Court Maise Satchel Bag: Neiman Marcus $298</b><br />
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<b>Keurig Special Edition Home Brewing System: Target $149.99</b><br />
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HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5275974071815731913.post-68615728690124279402013-05-06T21:51:00.000-04:002013-05-06T21:51:44.396-04:00Out the Box: Michelle Boudin<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Out the Box</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> is a series on HoneeBee Gifts that focuses on local community notables who share a bit about their </span><em style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">gifting life</em><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">...and a little more. I am excited to share this feature with you and I hope you enjoy this up and personal look at gifting. It's kind of like peeking into someone's closet...but much more fun!</span><br />
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<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><span style="color: orange;">The Gift:</span></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> <b><i>Michelle Boudin</i></b></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Today we are featuring Michelle Boudin, NBC Charlotte Reporter and Magazine Contributor. Michelle is a straight forward, entertaining conversationalist. While we've never actually partied together, she is one that I think would bring "life" to any dinner party. You know, one of those active participants that every party needs! </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Now, bringing back to her reporter side...I actually went to dinner (no party) with her and one of my good friends...and found out stuff about my friend that I didn't even know--now THAT's a good reporter! Michelle loves the people she gets to meet while working and enjoys telling their stories. "Everyone has a story. I'm lucky enough to hear a lot of good ones. Occasionally I even get to make a difference and on those days I go home really happy" said Boudin when asked what she loves most about her job. </span><br />
<br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><span style="color: orange;">The Wrapping:</span> Michelle<em> shares just a bit of her gifting life...</em></strong><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Best gift received: </strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">We just lost my grandmother--one of the most stylish women I'll ever know. My mom gave me a gorgeous ring that she used to wear. It's kind of big and hard to miss and it makes me smile every time I look at it. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Best gift given:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> When my sister graduated college I took her on a trip to California. We drove the Pacific Coast Highway in a convertible, stopping at lots of cool places along the way. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">My "go-to" gift:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> I love giving truffles from Whole Foods. The box is pretty and the truffles are delicious--and it's only $5.99! </span><br />
<strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">What's on your wish list:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> Um...so much! I love getting gifts as much as I love giving them. I love surprises. I'm a product junkie so anything that smells good (candles, lotions, lip gloss, etc). I love jewelry--from statement necklaces to the special stuff from Tiffany's. And I love gift cards because not everyone can know exactly what you're dying for...although I am always up for a spa day!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Your most recent shopping splurge:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> I love shopping Tory Burch. I got a great deal at 3am on Black Friday at the outlet in South Florida on a fun tote.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: orange; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><strong>The Bow: <span style="color: black;"><em>Let's peek into the life of Michelle, out of reporter mode...</em></span></strong></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">On a Saturday afternoon you'd most likely find me...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">in puppy obedience school</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">. We're a work in progress. <i>(Note: Michelle has a cutie patootie doggy)</i></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Favorite quote...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">It's never too late to become what you might have been--George Eliot</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">I am most inspired by...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">the people I meet on the stories I'm covering</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">I'd love to meet...</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;">Mr. Right</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'century gothic', serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.796875px;"><b>Bzzz</b>...Michelle told me that she is always on the lookout for great human interest stories. She encourages HoneeBee readers to email great ideas to her at: mboudin@wcnc.com. In addition, to reporting for NBC Charlotte, Michelle writes for People magazine, Charlotte Magazine and more. </span>HoneeBee Giftshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08518748514751764199noreply@blogger.com0