A Winner is Crowned!

Congrats Corinne! You're the winner of an Uncommon Goods gift certificate!

Check your email for more information. 

Thanks to everyone who entered to win. Hopefully another contest will pop up on my blog soon!

Uncommon Goods GIVEAWAY!

You may remember this post from a few months ago... 

The company Uncommon Goods made all my dreams come true. 

They made my beloved Chip President of the United States! 

Now, Uncommon Goods is offering a gift certificate to their web site to a reader of the newly named "Half-Full Chronicles".  First, let's chat a little bit about the company Uncommon Goods. Their focus is to, "feature unique designs and handcrafted gifts created in harmony with the environment and  without harm to animals or people." Many of their products are made right here in the United States AND the mission of their company is impact the world in a positive way. <--That's fantastic.

While browsing the pages of unique products online, I came across a gratitude kit in the Housewarming section. I was in love! 

As soon as I found the Year of Gratitude Kit in the Home Decor, I knew it would be the perfect complement to our engagement. Scott and I have so much to be grateful for at this time in our lives and why not share that with others? The entire kit revolves around giving thanks for 52 weeks! 

Since Scott and I are homeowners now, we are always hunting to decor items and pieces to fit our new place together. Uncommon Goods has quite the array of Home Decor items you should check out. 

Another fun item making its way into our new home is this Cheese & Crackers Serving Board. I can't wait to fill it with my favorite cheeses - like gouda... yum! -  and crackers for our official housewarming party this summer. Did I mention we'll be husband and wife by then? Oh my! I can't wait. 

Here's a first for the 'ol blog! How about a giveaway?! Uncommon Goods is giving away a gift certificate to their site and YOU could win. 

 Leave a comment below and share what you would buy with a gift certificate! 

The winner will be revealed on FRIDAY! 

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An Uncommon Candidate for President...

Confession time. 

I am mildly obsessed with my dog, Chip. I find ways to share my obsession of Chip with the rest of my world through social media. All of our adventures, naps, and pure cuteness are captured on Instagram for others to see! Because I'm crazy, I try to capture Chip's unique personality through my posts on the web. Hey, at least I can admit I have a problem. 

Now, my loyal readers, meet Chip. 

He's a reader. He knows the way to this teacher's heart. 

He's a big fan of lake-livin'. 

He's okay with an impromptu photo shoot on the front porch as long as there are treats involved. 

He's a big fan of naps and will occasionally actually sleep in his dog bed, because he is a dog of fancy taste and prefers slumber on the bed. 

He works really hard during the day while my bf and I are away at work and needs time to stretch out his doggy joints and bones before his evening naps and bone chewing. 

Now, I know you're in love with Chip too. That makes us both crazy now. 

Earlier this spring, I was contacted by UncommonGoods and given the opportunity to review an item on their website.  Of course I jumped on the opportunity and began scouring over the website and their personalized gifts and unique gifts. As described on their website, Uncommon Goods is "an online marketplace offering creatively designed, high-quality merchandise at affordable prices." Not only do they have high quality products and merchandise, but they donate a portion of each sale to non-profit organizations. Now that's pretty stinkin' cool. 

It took me several days to decide on just one thing I wanted to review. I was making lists of gift ideas for my engaged friends, friends with babies on the way, and birthdays approaching. A few of my favorite personalized gifts were the Couple Tandem Bike Art, Down the Aisle Personalized Art, and the Neighborwoods Map Coasters. 

While I was browsing through the personalized art options, I found an amazing assortment of pet portraits. I knew, in an instant, I had to have a pet portrait of Chip.  Now, the question was... should Chip be sailing on a boat? Riding a motorcycle? Sitting in his throne? Or ruling the Nation from the Oval Office....? 

Of course I made him President. It only makes sense, I started my Presidential career at a very young elementary age (didn't make it past high school... but that's neither here nor there). It's about time Chip started planning his Presidential future! 

A few other links to check out:  If you're looking for handmade gifts click here.  Here's a quick link to all of the personalized gifts available. Perhaps you're looking for a gift for that special lady in your life? Click here.

If you're looking to turn your cute pup's face into a portrait or find a unique and uncommon gift for a friend, I highly recommend checking out UncommonGoods.com. You won't regret it!