Hide A Heart®

Sweet Valentine Suite

2012-01-26T10:56:00.000-08:00

Two sugars make one delicious and romantic gift for your Valentine!

If you watch the Food Network, then you know that Crave Bake Shop is the gluten-free winner of the Cupcake Wars! Read all about it! But hey, you don’t have to be gluten-free to LOVE everything Crave Bake Shop creates, you just have to crave good bake goods!

Attention Oregon Customers

Crave Bake Shop and Hide A Heart have created the perfect suite of delicious and romantic sweets for your Valentine!
You must pre-order your Valentine’s Day package by February 10th to receive these special rates!
The Sweetheart Cookie platter (pictured) with a Hide A Heart for only $25.
Get one large decorated sugar cookie and a Hide A Heart glass valentine for a special rate of only $12.
There are small assorted treat samplers ($20 value for just $15), as well as Chocolate Shooter Samplers (1 dozen Shooters for just $20, or 2 dozen Shooters for $35). Add a Hide A Heart to any package for $14 more.

Pre-order your Valentine’s package now!

Phone: 503-212-2979 or Email: cravebakeshop@gmail.com

Crave Bake Shop located at 460 SW 5th Street Lake Oswego Oregon 97034

Etsy Adds Something New!

2012-01-11T09:40:00.000-08:00

If you have not noticed yet, Etsy has added something new!

Need a PR Tool?

2012-01-03T13:07:00.000-08:00

PR Tool

Click photo to find out how to get one!

Nest Interiors

2011-12-24T08:38:00.000-08:00

One of the best 'perks' of being on Facebook, participating in a Twitter conversation or as part of a co-writer's team is connecting with people one may never otherwise have an opportunity to know.

If you live in Ponchatoula LA, visit Nest Interiors to find fantastic gifts, among which is the Fleur de Lis heart!

Available only from Etsy or Nest Interiors

Handmade Holiday Shopping Online vs Pepper Sprayed In Line!

2011-11-28T18:37:00.000-08:00

Mama taught me well and I'm still learning!

Holiday Sales Season Begins!

2011-11-06T10:00:00.000-08:00

I point out when my husband asks, "What's for dinner?" "No can cook! It's Holiday Sales Season!"
I don't know about you, but I'm flying around the HAHffice like a BOOH! (bat out of hell), so dinner is the last thing on my mind! But when I see the look of dismay on my husband's face, I feel guilty!

That's why I'm seeking CROCK POT recipes this year to keep him happy and save my sanity!

Want to play? It's easy!
Submit a recipe link to your favorite crock pot recipe to HIDE A HEART's blog. If he chooses the recipe you submit as his fav, you win a Hide A Heart!

Hide A Heart Etsyversary Thank You

2011-09-27T17:03:00.000-07:00

Get ready to celebrate with me on October 28, 2011.

Read all about it on Hide A Heart's blog

Looking forward to chatting with you!

CONGRATULATION SHOUT OUT GOES TO:

Viviana of Creations by Viviana

Her prize: An 'XOXO' heart!

Thanks to every one who joined with me in celebrating the

2nd Etsyversary of Hide A Heart!

'Iheart You' traffic safety education charms

2011-09-05T14:36:00.000-07:00

September 18-24 is National Child Passenger Safety Week. Easily remind new and young parents about safely transporting children with a keycharm and simple rhyme!

'I ♥ You'
Did you know that most children killed by a drunk driver is riding in the car of the drunk?

Pinterest Button

2011-08-27T14:29:00.000-07:00

If you would like to put a PINTERST button on your blog, here's a simple and easy tutorial!

Teen Driving Safety

2011-07-27T09:57:00.000-07:00

First in a series of articles about Teen Driving Safety found on BizyMoms site and as an added bit of education reinforcement, you might want to grab a key bob as a postitive reminder to your Teen Driver to buckle up!

On Etsy

Won't Start Texting Video

Romantic Gift Under $20.00

2011-07-12T12:06:00.000-07:00

Looking for a Romantic gift that will NOT break the bank? Here you go!

Little Love Notes of Sweet Expression

2011-06-30T09:27:00.000-07:00

Read all about how to put a love note into play!

Anne Hathaway Hides A Heart

2011-06-11T09:34:00.000-07:00

I have been an Oregon Shakespeare Festival member for over thirty years. My fascination and dedication to being part of the OSF family remains steadfast. Every visit to the little village of Ashland fills me with joy.

If you love theatre, quaint villages and the charm of staying in a B & B all combined into one location, come find your heart at Anne's.

Cure for Sure

2011-05-24T19:07:00.000-07:00

Eighteen years ago I was diagnosed with head and neck cancer. Following my recovery, I began giving purple hearts to other people who were diagnosed with cancer. Often times the purple hearts were not easy to find, so whenever I came across one, I would buy it knowing that one day I would be sending a purple heart to someone when I heard they had been diagnosed.

The Power of Purple

Because it is located at the top of the color spectrum and associated with the seventh chakra, purple is a color for galvanizing the center of the body to facilitate connection with universal energy vibrating at the highest frequency. Purple is the color of healing and strength.

Now you too can acknowledge courage and support someone you know who is going through a tough time with a 'Purple Heart'.

The purpose of the Pink Ribbon purple heart is to acknowledge the courage required when diagnosed and as a sustainable keepsake to hold or tuck into a pocket as an additional reminder of the constant message of support and love of friends and family while going through treatment and recovery.

Be sure to visit BREASTCANCER.ORG to raise your awareness with the 2011 Facts and Figures about Breast Cancer

Claret Red Glass XOXO Heart Love Note Game

2011-05-06T16:26:00.000-07:00

What price would you pay to create a fun family tradition? Would it be in the form of a game? Would it need to be budget-friendly, reusable and American made?

In a wink discover a wealth of wonderful ways to surprise someone with the XOXO heart and quickly turn the little token into a favorite way to create positive communication for the entire family!

Keep a perpetual love note in circulation and make someone's day a little brighter with a few extra Hugs and Kisses!

The answer is as simple as hiding a 1.5" x 1.5" x .5" sturdy glass heart in a secret place to surprise someone in the family. Start playing the game today with this claret red glass XOXO heart to create a fun budget-friendly family tradition for only $17.95-$19.95 delivered!

Little hearts that say a lot by Hide A Heart

XOXO Mom and keep her in the pink

2011-04-03T16:25:00.000-07:00

Remember when mom tucked a little note into your lunch sack for just a little something extra? She might have put on her lipstick and kissed the note before she put it into your lunch box or under your plate or pillow.

Well, 'turn about is fair play'! Tuck an XOXO heart under her pillow or into the pocket of her robe for Mother's Day this year! It's just the thing to keep her 'in the pink!' Hide A Heart for Mom

XOXO heart awarded today, just in time to arrive for Mother's Day! Right now there are 182 HAHtourage members. I will be choosing a winner between HAHtourage members 179 and 200, so be sure to add your member # and contact information with your post!

Parents of Teens: 5 Things to Know about Teen Drivers

2011-02-22T16:02:00.000-08:00

I teach HOW TO UTILIZE GRADUATED DRIVER'S LICENSING LAWS EFFECTIVELY to parents and teens through a local hospital program. Here are five important facts to know for Parents and Teens-

The pre-frontal cortex of a human brain becomes functional at the age of 12-13 and does not reach full maturity until the mid-late 20's; a portion does not fully mature until around age 40
The pre-frontal cortex of a human brain is responsible for judgment, logic, reason and decision-making
Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens
The vast majority of teen car crashes occur because of driving inexperience and immaturity
61% of teens who die in car crashes were riding with a teenage driver

Visit HERE to download a GDL Handbook. And, please tell your teen to put the cell phone in the glove compartment while driving. In Oregon, a 19 yr. old college student needlessly died on the w/e of February 19, 2011 due to texting while driving.

The 'Snug Hug' charm to remind a teen driver to buckle up and not text while driving Snug Hug Charm

Enrich Relationship Elan and Cachet!

2011-02-02T09:24:00.000-08:00

HERE
14 Reasons to Hide A Heart!

Hide A Heart Cheer

2010-11-24T10:03:00.000-08:00

The world needs more LOVE: Hide-A-Heart and our Anniversary!

2010-09-06T08:09:00.000-07:00

The world needs more LOVE: Hide-A-Heart and our Anniversary!

HIDE A HEART chosen one of the 2009 Top 10 Romantic Travel Products by Honeymoons.com

2010-08-29T15:51:00.000-07:00

Honeymoons.com THANK YOU for selecting Hide A Heart!
Get one for the Bride and one for the Matron/Maid of honor!

New!!! 'PetsyMpathy' heart

2010-08-26T13:22:00.000-07:00

Looking for a way to support a friend who has recently lost a pet? The 'PetsyMpathy' heart is sure to be appreciated and prove a comforting talisman.

Click the link to see it in detail

PetsyMpathy

Heartfire by Mary Catherine Lunsford

2010-07-09T12:43:00.000-07:00

Here's a taste of one of the tunes from the

COWGIRL IN THE WIND album recorded in 1980.

Just click Heartfire by Mary Catherine Lunsford

Who knew this song would fit right in with HIDE A HEART!



The CD is available at Hide A Heart
To find out more about Mary Catherine Lunsford

visit Mary Catherine Lunsford blog or MySpace or Facebook

'til next time,

MCatherine

HIDE A HEART® Keepsake

2010-05-10T14:40:00.000-07:00

♥ Looking for something a little different to express your feelings? Choose something from the HIDE A HEART Collection HERE to inspire your expression!
In place of a card to bring joy, as a remembrance, or to be of comfort and company again and again, give a HIDE A HEART keepsake.♥

Honeymoons.com :: Where your perfect honeymoon is just a click away

2010-01-08T15:11:00.000-08:00

Honeymoons.com :: Where your perfect honeymoon is just a click away

Self-Empowerment Search for Spiritual Healing

2010-01-07T12:01:00.000-08:00

Self-Empowerment Search for Spiritual Healing

The Savvy Event: First Anniversary Gift Ideas

2009-11-13T11:19:00.000-08:00

The Savvy Event: First Anniversary Gift Ideas

Discovering the Perfect 'Love Note'

2009-11-13T09:44:00.000-08:00

Discovering the Perfect 'Love Note'

"Forgive" and set your heart free

2009-10-16T15:11:00.000-07:00

Made of ruby glass in the USA, the 'Forgive' HIDE A HEART is packaged in a organdy sack with a scoop of lavender and tucked into a little box with a 'Forgive' gift card attached. The 'Forgive' heart is tangible evidence for asking or offering forgiveness and available from www.hideaheart.com or Etsy for $19.95 including shipping within the USA. Please add $10.00 for shipping outside the USA.

Un-Attended Marriage as Fragile as a Souffle

2009-10-14T16:49:00.001-07:00

Un-Attended Marriage as Fragile as a Souffle

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Perpetual 'Love Notes'

2009-10-04T16:22:00.000-07:00

Leave a Hide a Heart 'love note' in a secret place to surprise someone you love!

Keeping the Language of Love ALIVE!

2009-09-12T12:13:00.001-07:00

Keeping the Language of Love ALIVE!

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How to Hide a Heart for Your Sweetie!

2009-09-09T09:41:00.000-07:00

'Hide a Heart' Honeymoon Bridal or Valentine's Day Suite-ning

2009-09-07T16:04:00.000-07:00

As an accompaniment to the lovely Bridal Suite accoutrement basket or Valentine's Day Hotel Package, including a Hide a Heart can initiate the practice of using the 'language of love' and start the couple off on a romantic and rejuvenating journey that can last for years.

See you next time with other Hide a Heart™ ideas!
XOXO,
Cathy
©Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

Making Marriage Proposal 'Magic'!

2009-09-05T18:31:00.000-07:00

Here are 10 People Who Would Love a Hide a Heart From YOU!

2009-09-02T21:40:00.000-07:00

Grandmother or Grandfather to Grandchild
Daughter to Mother-Mother to Daughter
Son to Mother-Mother to Son
Brother to Sister-Sister to Brother
Grandchild to Grandmother or Grandfather
Lover to Lover-Friend to Friend

See you next time with more Hide a Heart ideas!
XOXO,
Cathy
©Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

Hope & Healing with a Purple Heart

2009-09-01T16:16:00.000-07:00

Have you ever 'avoided' a friend or family member because you just didn't know what to say or were worried you would say the 'wrong' thing?

Hide a Heart has made it easier for you. If you know someone facing a health, relationship crisis or other challenging circumstance, believe me, he/she will appreciate the gift of a Hide a Heart 'Hope & Healing' glass heart to Acknowledge Courage When Facing Life-Challenging Experience and you won't have to worry about finding the 'right' words...the purple heart speaks volumes!

See you next time with more Hide a Heart ideas!
XOXO,
Cathy
©Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

'Boomer' Relationship Boost!

2009-08-30T10:41:00.000-07:00

Attention Boomers!

Whether you are in a newly formed relationship or been in a long-lived one, keep in mind every relationship can use a little 'relationship rejuvenation' once in a while.
We all get a little 'lazy' with this stuff. I don't know why...we're pretty good during the 'fresh bloom' of a relationship, but as the years pass, there seems to be a tendency to over-look the simple, easy ways to fan. Flowers, candy, notes, hugs, kisses on the back of the neck, holding hands, sharing a cup of coffee/tea or glass of wine while watching the sun rise or set among others are good little practices to RE-IMPLEMENT if you have let them go for a while. FYI: I can make a longer list for you if you ask me! or YOU can submit your suggestion list in the comment area! Here's simple but sweet way to boost your relationship meter to the positive. On your next vacation, tuck a Hide a Heart in the suitcase or pocket or shaving kit or make-up bag of the traveling companion you LOVE to surprise him/her! Then trade off hiding it from one another during the trip! It's fun! It's romantic! It's Eco-friendly because you only have to buy it once and then reuse again and again! HINT: Then REUSE IT AGAIN AND AGAIN when you get back to 'keep the home fires blazing'...well, at least lighted!

See you next time with more Hide a Heart™ ideas!

XOXO
Cathy
© Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

Confident toasting made EASY

2009-08-29T18:26:00.000-07:00

How often have key members of a bridal party struggled to find a way to offer a meaningful and thoughtful toast for newly weds?
It can be a heavy responsibility to find just the right words to inspire and support the new couple without sounding foolish, coarse or ill-prepared. Finding a way to offer sage advice or explain the importance of nurturing a relationship can prove illusive but now the honor of making such an important toast is made easy with Hide a Heart™.
SUGGESTION: After sharing a well-chosen story about the new romance, remind the new couple that harsh words can be destructive to the spirit of the marriage then sum it up by giving a Hide a Heart to encourage positive communication to start a couple on a romantic and rejuvenating journey that can last for years.

See you next time with more Hide a Heart™ ideas!

XOXO
Cathy
© Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

Keeping the Language of Love ALIVE!

2009-08-29T17:42:00.000-07:00

Whether in a newly formed relationship or a long enjoyed one, both require nurturing!
Attending a Marriage Encounter or seeing a Marriage Counselor can be helpful, but unless you are fully vaccinated by the experience, you might want to invest in a 'relationship enrichment' token. Hide a Heart™ can help you 'keep the language of love alive' in your relationship! If you want to have FUN with someone you love and put a little 'spark' back into your relationship, then Hide a Heart could become your best advocate, especially if it's been lack-luster for a while...this little token can speak volumes! Hide a Heart makes it easy to say I LOVE YOU, I'M SORRY, FORGIVE ME and when you play the Hide a Heart game together, you create positive communication. With a little luck, you may even resurrect a little romance that may rejuvenate, recuperate and 'jump start' a wan-colored relationship.

See you next time with more Hide a Heart™ ideas!

XOXO
Cathy
© Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

Feathering Your Empty Nest

2009-08-29T10:51:00.000-07:00

So your last child has started college and you have taken up residence in the EMPTY NEST. Now it's time to find out if you and your spouse have anything to talk about besides 'the children'. The 'Empty Nest' can be a vacant place for many couples. For years they have invested so much energy into the 'kids' and so little time and energy in the 'couple' that what to do..what to say...how to do it...and how to say it can be a really daunting problem. Here's a simple idea that could be the catalyst to fan the flames, it won't break the bank, fits into a Christmas Stocking, is a perfect gift for Valentines Day or Anniversary and it is easy to use! Interested?

Cathy
© Copyright 2009 Cathy Bowles

CAFFECTION! Marriage Equality: Empty Nest

2009-08-29T10:29:00.000-07:00

CAFFECTION! Marriage Equality: Empty Nest