Welcome to the first ever What’s Cooking at DD Holiday Gift Pack Giveaway! These are a collection of products that companies have generously donated to make someone’s holidays very, very special. That’s right, ONE of you will win ALL of these great gifts! From shredders to baby hair gel, there’s something in here for everyone in the family. I’ve personally tested several of these items that would all make great gifts. Please take a look at all of the items and then enter to win the What’s Cooking at DD Holiday Gift Pack Giveaway!
Current What’s Cooking at DD Holiday Gift Pack Giveaway ARV is over $400!
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Black & Decker Studio 6-Sheet Paper Shredder (ARV – $59.99) Paper shredders don’t have to crowd your style. The space saving, slim (four inch wide) design of this shredder fits well in any room in the home. The pull-out bin is lightweight and easy to empty. Whether for your living room, kitchen or home office, jazz up your space with one of three colors – white, black and red. For more information, visit: www.blackanddeckershredders.com Read my Black & Decker Studio Shredder Review |
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VTech CL82209 Cordless Phone System (ARV $59.95) The CL82209 cordless phone system features a sleek design and options for expansion up to 12 handsets through a single phone jack. Also offering superior talk range over the competition, this system provides simultaneous “off-hook” capability so friends and family can easily use different handsets to talk during the same call. Other key features include intercom between handsets, handset speakerphones, storage of up to 50 names/numbers in the Caller ID history, selectable ring tones and more. For more information, visit: telephones.att.com Available for purchase online |
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Diamond Gusset Jeans Gift Certificate (ARV $50) Some of the most comfortable pairs of men’s jeans are from the Tennessee-based jean manufacturer, Diamond Gusset Jeans – www.gussetclothing.com. Ordinary jeans are constructed with a single center seam from front to back and up the legs. Diamond Gusset jeans offer something totally different. The original gusseted construction incorporates a “diamond” shaped piece of material sewn into the crotch of the jean. This allows stress to be redistributed around the crotch area, allowing greater freedom of movement, comfort and strength.Recently highlighted by the Today Show and MSNBC, Diamond Gusset Jeans are high-quality, American-made products that are comfortable and affordable. For more information, visit: www.gussetclothing.com Available for purchase online Read my review on Diamond Gusset Jeans |
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Meyer Natural Angus Jr. Sampler – includes 1 (5 oz) USDA Prime Filet Mignon Steak, 1 (10oz) USDA Prime Ribeye Steak, 1 (8 oz) USDA Prime New York Strip Steak, and 1 (6 oz) USDA Prime Top Sirloin Steak (ARV $49.95) Prime Natural Steaks – A perfect gift for your favorite steak lover this holiday season. Meyer Natural Angus now offers online ordering for Prime steak gift packages just in time for your holiday shopping. Try the Meyer Natural Angus Jr. Sampler package, which includes 1 (5 oz) USDA Prime Filet Mignon Steak, 1 (10oz) USDA Prime Ribeye Steak, 1 (8 oz) USDA Prime New York Strip Steak, and 1 (6 oz) USDA Prime Top Sirloin Steak.For a limited time, MeyerNaturalAngus.com is offering a fall introductory special: 25% off any order plus free shipping. All steaks are shipped in a re-usable, thermal-insulted gift bag. Plus, you can add a personalized note to your order. A little about Meyer steaks: All of our steaks come from cattle that are naturally raised. Meyer Natural Angus is the only beef brand to have earned the Certified Humane designation for our natural practices and policies. Meyer steaks are served in some of the best fine-dining restaurants in the country, including the Original Delmonico’s in New York City. For more information, visit: www.MeyerNaturalAngus.com Available for purchase online Check out my review on the yummy Meyer Natural Angues Prime steaks |
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Expo Markers & Learning Board – includes 1 Learning Board, 1 Set Expo Low Odor 16 Pack Chisel Markers, 1 Set Expo Low Odor 12 Pack Fine-Point Markers, 1 Microfiber Dry Erase Cleaning Cloth (ARV $44) EXPO offers simple solutions to effective communication. Whether helping you learn, work, live or play. EXPO dry erase easily delivers message that matter most. Whether using the learning board to practice print, cursive or spelling or drawing with the colorful markers, Expo offers many creative gifts that won’t break the budget. For more information, visit: www.expomarkers.com Available for purchase online View my review on Expo Markers & Cleaning Cloth |
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Kusmi Tea: Sweet Love – 2 4.4 oz Tins (ARV $37) It’s no secret that tea has been recognized as an important part of a healthy diet, especially the green varieties which contain important antioxidants. This is why Kusmi Teas of Paris, a brand known for its traditional Russian style teas for the last 140 years, has introduced wonderful holiday teas like Kusmi Detox Tea and the Green & Black Christmas teas! Kusmi’s master blenders have chosen premium tea leaves and flavorful natural ingredients to make delicious beverages that purify, invigorate and help slim the body. Packaged beautifully in classic tins or muslin bags, these teas can make exceptional gifts or are wonderful to enjoy on your own! For more information, visit: www.kusmitea.com Available for purchase online Read my review of Kusmi Tea: Sweet Love |
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Scharffen Berger Chocolate Gift Pack – Includes Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Sweetened Cocoa Powder, 9.7 oz 99% baking bar (ARV $32) Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker was founded with one simple goal: to create the richest, most flavorful chocolate by sourcing the best cacao in the world and using artisan chocolate-making methods. We are the first ‘bean-to-bar’ chocolate manufacturer established in the United States in the past 50 years, and our attention to detail at every step of the process – working with farmers and selecting fine beans to blend, roast and refine – sets us apart from other producers to bring you America’s Finest Dark Chocolate. For more information, visit: www.scharffenberger.com Available for purchase online |
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Cooking for the Clueless – 2-Disc DVD Set (ARV $24.95) Cooking for the Clueless gives self-proclaimed “clueless cooks” the courage and confidence to tackle home cooking. The 2-disc DVD set features founder and “Clueless Cook” Zuzy Martin Lynch alongside popular chefs, asking all of the questions audiences really want to know. Many of today’s cooking programs are aimed at those with existing cooking skills, teaching shortcuts to create family meals but leaving those with little or no cooking experience in the dark. Cooking for the Clueless covers all the basic information the clueless cook needs to whip up healthy and delicious meals, including knife skills, timing, seasoning, plating and more. The DVD set includes everything from classic recipes (Spaghetti Al Pomodoro) to restaurant quality dishes (Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Fennel, Orange and Watercress) to simple, delicious desserts (Vanilla Sponge Cake). Cooking for the Clueless is available for $24.95 (or $19.95 each if you purchase two!) at www.cookingfortheclueless.com. For more information, visit: www.cookingfortheclueless.com Available for purchase online |
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DaysAgo Digital Counters – 3 packs (ARV $24) The DaysAgo digital day counter is a small, easy-to-use gadget that affixes to any surface through a suction cup, magnet, or band. At the touch of a button, the tool begins counting days. The DaysAgo was originally conceived by two moms, Kathleen Whitehurst and Debbie Stauffer-Stephens, as a way to keep track of how many days ago jarred baby food was opened. Users of the original DaysAgo have contributed stories and ideas for so many other uses, this is now so much more than a mom’s gadget!Here’s just a sample of the many uses for a DaysAgo day counter:
For more information, visit: www.howmanydaysago.com |
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Avery Signature Binders (ARV $20) Avery Signature Binders are the perfect choice for creating customized gifts for anyone this holiday season. Starting at $18.95, these fully personalized binders are created in just five business days and perfect for the holiday shopping procrastinator! The possibilities for customization is virtually limitless and with Avery’s partnership with Box Tops for Education®, gift givers also receive three Box Tops coupons with every binder when they enter promo code BOXTOPS during checkout. These coupons can be submitted to participating schools where they are redeemed for cash to purchase much-needed supplies, equipment and fund valuable programs. Create your Avery Signature Binder today at www.zazzle.avery.com and enjoy a unique holiday gift that also gives back! (Please Note: Shipping is not included as part of this giveaway.) For more information, visit: www.zazzle.avery.com Available for purchase online Read my review of Zazzle/Avery Custom Binders |
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Mark-My-Time Digital Bookmarks – 2 Bookmarks (ARV $18) The new, improved Mark-My-Time Digital Bookmark helps kids track required reading minutes in the classroom and at home. A new fluency timer helps kids boost their reading ability and master grade level expectations. Think of it as Mom’s homework helper during hectic times afterschool (and/or work), like dinner hour or after dinner when chores pile up on top of homework and other end-of-day mothering duties.Now in three new fashionable colors, the bookmark gives Mom (and Dad)a break from keeping track of their kids’ required reading minutes at home. This is especially handy if there is more than one reader in the home. Now each child can have his or her own bookmark and track their own daily reading minutes, easily and effectively. They also can set a timer to practice their reading-out-loud fluency, a skill reading teachers say they should do at least 15 to 20 minutes a day. This handy tools empowers kids during reading time, giving them a sense of independence and helping them develop a n increased love of reading in the process. For more information, visit: www.mark-my-time.com Available for purchase online |
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Le Baby Hair Gel (ARV $9.95) Le Baby hair gel is a styling gel free of harsh chemicals meant to define wispy curls and tackle unruly after-nap hair. While the concept of baby hairstyling products might seem a little child-beauty-pageant to some, for many moms and dads it’s a must-have diaper bag accessory. From taming those wild fly-aways to smoothing frizzies, Le Baby hair gel works on all hair types and is hypoallergenic for sensitive skin. Whatever your child’s hair type, Le Baby will make combing and styling a cinch. The unique formulas leave hair shiny, healthy looking and more manageable. For more information, visit: www.lebabyinc.com Available for purchase online |
To find out how to enter, visit the WCatDD Holiday Gift Pack Giveaway Entry Form.
If you would like to contribute your product to the 2009 What’s Cooking at DD Holiday Gift Pack Giveaway, please contact us!
The Rules:
One winner will be selected at random for this prize.
Giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST, December 9 2009.
Visit our Giveaway Rules page for general giveaway rules that also apply to this giveaway.
Disclaimer: No compensation was given for this giveaway.
Some of the most comfortable pairs of men’s jeans are from the Tennessee-based jean manufacturer, Diamond Gusset Jeans – www.gussetclothing.com. Ordinary jeans are constructed with a single center seam from front to back and up the legs. Diamond Gusset jeans offer something totally different. The original gusseted construction incorporates a “diamond” shaped piece of material sewn into the crotch of the jean. This allows stress to be redistributed around the crotch area, allowing greater freedom of movement, comfort and strength.