As the year comes to an end, all I can say is what a year 2008 has been!  So in response to PJ’s October 31 post…

..and I wish everyone a FANTASTIC 2009!  CHEERS!

In response to my previous post (Sparkle Your Holiday On A Budget), Blomus makes THE perfect accessory for that bottle of champagne.  The Cino Champagne Stop (GREAT stocking stuffer) really keeps the fizz in, and it makes a great conversation piece.  This accessory is definitely a must have for everyone’s “miscellaneous” kitchen drawer.  So don’t let that bottle go to waste!  Give the gift this season of everlasting fizz! 
Available at PureModern.com

Need some bubbly to ring in the New Year?  Despite the bad economy, tough times call for desperate measures...AND cheap booze!  At an average of $9.99 a bottle, Saint Hilaire sparkling wine (by Jack Poust & Company, Inc.) is sure to give the other finer, higher-end champagnes a run for their money.  My personal favorite is the Extra Dry; crisp and elegant with a touch of sweetness (just like me!).  So forget paying top dollar for a bottle of champagne when you can pay top dollar...for a case of bubbly!  There is no need to end 2008 with 1 expensive bottle when you can have a few bottles for the same price!?  You do the math!  Saint Hilaire is available in Brut, Extra Dry, and Semi Sweet.

Stuart Fingerhut presents an interesting interpretation of an organizer rack that is designed to hold your mail, ammo, keys, etc.  You can hang your keys off the birds, barrel, or the innocent girl swinging amongst the chaos of flocking birds flying away from the sounds of an AK-47.  I suppose “organizing” can be a bit chaotic at times!

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Riveli is a very functional cocncept that enables you to flip wall panels to create instant shelves and art.  The panels can also be re-arranged to create a fresh new look.

”Mark Kinsley is a native Chicago-area resident with a lifelong passion for all things Design.  He has successfully been involved in a number of different design industries including Industrial, Furniture, and most recently in Lighting Design.” - Deceptive Design

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Designed by Victor M. Aleman, ohm is an interesting bed that will transform any modest space.  The configuration can be changed into 2 individual beds, a modular sofa, or a bench via “an electronic device installed inside the structure”. 

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