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	<title>Chalkydoodles Blog &#187; Press &amp; Praise</title>
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		<title>Gettin&#8217; Chalky: with Amy Atlas &amp; The Knot</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/07/gettin-chalky-with-amy-atlas-the-knot/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:51:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gettin' Chalky]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Party & Holidays]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Press & Praise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[amy atlas blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[amy atlas events]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[burlap]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalky spot]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[jute chalkboard labels]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[mini chalkkboard labels]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Check out this Chalky find on the Amy Atlas Events blog.
 




Amy got chalky in her behind-the-scenes look at a recent photo shoot for The Knot magazine for a piece scheduled to be published next year. 
For those of you unfamiliar with Amy&#8217;s work, she is Manhattan&#8217;s premier dessert table creator and event planner for all things savvy and sweet! 
Stay tuned [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;">Check out this Chalky find on the <a href="http://www.amyatlas.com/">Amy Atlas Events</a> <a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/2010/06/behind-scenes-at-amy-atlas-events-with/">blog</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/2010/06/behind-scenes-at-amy-atlas-events-with/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1114" title="toppage" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/toppage-1024x497.png" alt="" width="581" height="282" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/2010/06/behind-scenes-at-amy-atlas-events-with/"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/2010/06/behind-scenes-at-amy-atlas-events-with/"><img class="size-full wp-image-1115  aligncenter" title="Chalk_Labels1" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Chalk_Labels1.png" alt="" width="520" height="385" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/2010/06/behind-scenes-at-amy-atlas-events-with/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1116" title="Chalk_Labels2" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Chalk_Labels2.png" alt="" width="521" height="385" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/jute-chalkboard-labels.html"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Amy got chalky in her behind-the-scenes look at a recent photo shoot for <a href="http://www.theknot.com/">The Knot</a> magazine for a piece scheduled to be published next year. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">For those of you unfamiliar with Amy&#8217;s work, she is Manhattan&#8217;s premier dessert table creator and event planner for all things savvy and sweet! </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Stay tuned for more great stuff - I know we are!</p>
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		<title>Chalkydoodles on the Oilcloth International Blog</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/06/chalkydoodles-on-the-oilcloth-international-blog/</link>
		<comments>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/06/chalkydoodles-on-the-oilcloth-international-blog/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 05:10:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[All About Oilcloth]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Folks We Love]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Press & Praise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reduce & Reuse]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[boho magazine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[imported]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[mexican oilcloth]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[oilcloth international]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[oilcloth picnic blanket]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Press]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Check out Chalkydoodles on the Oilcloth International Blog!  



Thanks for the blog mention and for the sweet Tweet, Oilcloth.com!
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;">Check out Chalkydoodles on the Oilcloth International <a href="http://oilclothblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/chalkydoodles.html">Blog!</a>  </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://oilclothblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/chalkydoodles.html"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1003" title="OIBLOG_BOho_Mag" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/OIBLOG_BOho_Mag3.png" alt="" width="559" height="461" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://oilclothblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/chalkydoodles.html"></a><a href="http://oilclothblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/chalkydoodles.html"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://oilclothblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/chalkydoodles.html"></a></p>
<p>Thanks for the blog mention and for the sweet <a href="http://twitter.com/oilcloth">Tweet</a>, <a href="http://www.oilcloth.com">Oilcloth.com</a>!</p>
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		<title>Chalkydoodles featured in Boho Magazine</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/06/chalkydoodles-featured-in-boho-magazine/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:34:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Chalky News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Press & Praise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[boho magazine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green living]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[new american spirit]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[picnic blanket]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[recycled]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[repurposed]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[style]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[upcycled]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Check out Chalkydoodles in the Summer 2010 issue of Boho magazine, on newstands now. 



Boho is available at newstands nationwide, and in 37 countries.  The magazine is also the winner of the 2009 Sustain Print Newcomer of the Year Award.
We just love that they love our upcycled storage  bins, worry and wash-free picnic mats and other wipeable, erasable and repurposed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Check out Chalkydoodles in the Summer 2010 issue of <a href="http://www.bohomag.com">Boho</a> magazine, on newstands now. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bohomag.com/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-943" title="BohoSummer2010Cover" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BohoSummer2010Cover-841x1024.jpg" alt="" width="505" height="614" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/storage/buckets-bins/hanging-storage-bins.html"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-949" title="BohoChalky1" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BohoChalky11-865x1024.jpg" alt="" width="519" height="614" /></a><a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BohoChalky1.jpg"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/outdoors/picnic-mats.html"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-952" title="BohoChalky2" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BohoChalky22-819x1024.jpg" alt="" width="491" height="614" /></a></p>
<p>Boho is available at newstands nationwide, and in 37 countries.  The magazine is also the winner of the 2009 Sustain Print Newcomer of the Year Award.</p>
<p>We just love that they love our upcycled storage  bins, worry and wash-free picnic mats and other wipeable, erasable and repurposed goods.  And, word is, the Boho staff may be using some Chalkydoodles stuff to re-work their work space.  We&#8217;re hoping to post some picture if they&#8217;ll let us &#8211; can&#8217;t imagine how many cute &amp; functional storage &amp; decor ideas they&#8217;ll come up with!</p>
<p>Thanks for the amazing feature, Boho.  We love your &#8220;new American spirit&#8221; and all of those gorgeous repurposed, recycled and restyled goods!</p>
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		<title>Check out Chalkydoodles on Jasmere TODAY!</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/04/check-out-chalkydoodles-on-jasmere-today/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Chalky News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Press & Praise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[jasmere]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Check out our feature on Jasmere today!  Jasmere is a new, fun way to get great deals on some of your favorite finds.   

Purchase a voucher at up to 65% off retail prices &#8211; use it to buy great stuff!   The more people that purchase, the cheaper the price gets! 
And, make sure to check out the amazing list of companies previously featured on Jasmere - [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;">Check out our feature on <a href="http://www.jasmere.com">Jasmere</a> today!  Jasmere is a new, fun way to get great deals on some of your favorite finds.   </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.jasmere.com"><img class="size-full wp-image-885  aligncenter" title="ChalkyJasmeretop" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/ChalkyJasmeretop1.png" alt="" width="558" height="357" /></a></p>
<p>Purchase a voucher at up to 65% off retail prices &#8211; use it to buy great stuff!   The more people that purchase, the cheaper the price gets! </p>
<p>And, make sure to check out the amazing list of <a href="http://www.jasmere.com/history">companies previously featured on Jasmere</a> - including some of my favorites like Le Papier Studio, Cherry Hill Designs, Fat Witch Bakery and more!</p>
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		<title>Chalkydoodles Birthday Hat is in Etsy Finds!</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/04/chalkydoodles-birthday-hat-is-in-etsy-finds/</link>
		<comments>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/04/chalkydoodles-birthday-hat-is-in-etsy-finds/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:03:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Chalky News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Party & Holidays]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Press & Praise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[aqua dot]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalk birthday hat]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalkboard birthday hat]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalky spot]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalkydoodles birthday hat]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cpsia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cpsia-compliant]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[designer fabric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[etsy finds]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[laminated cotton]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Check out Chalkydoodles in Etsy Findstoday!  Etsy, the online handmade marketplace, featured our new Chalky Spot™ Chalkboard Birthday Hat,  made with designer laminated cotton and a fun &#8220;Chalky Spot&#8221; for you to write your little one&#8217;s age. 

Write on the Chalky Spot™ with regular chalk then erase away!

 
Try one of our NEW non-toxic and kid-friendly Chalk [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Check out Chalkydoodles in <a href="http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=preview_message&amp;fn=Link&amp;t=1&amp;ssid=12675&amp;id=cf8iyv7i6d1q7aa7e6w760f0cqoh7&amp;id2=g54g27leojogizmptnwd6wy08e0eb&amp;subscriber_id=bssglimmsgthoayhpwsvvzfqkuibbcb&amp;messageversion_id=bivkuqblmilkvovcsapblceifgbqbog&amp;delivery_id=baxsdibyriizltlutsuhliestnhlbbh">Etsy Finds</a>today!  Etsy, the online handmade marketplace, featured our new <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40262737/chalkydoodles-chalky-spot-tm-chalkboard">Chalky Spot™ Chalkboard Birthday Hat</a>,  made with designer laminated cotton and a fun &#8220;Chalky Spot&#8221; for you to write your little one&#8217;s age. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=preview_message&amp;fn=Link&amp;t=1&amp;ssid=12675&amp;id=cf8iyv7i6d1q7aa7e6w760f0cqoh7&amp;id2=g54g27leojogizmptnwd6wy08e0eb&amp;subscriber_id=bssglimmsgthoayhpwsvvzfqkuibbcb&amp;messageversion_id=bivkuqblmilkvovcsapblceifgbqbog&amp;delivery_id=baxsdibyriizltlutsuhliestnhlbbh.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-866  aligncenter" title="EtsyfindsChalkBdayHat" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/EtsyfindsChalkBdayHat.png" alt="" width="548" height="538" /></a></p>
<p>Write on the Chalky Spot™ with regular chalk then erase away!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40262737/chalkydoodles-chalky-spot-tm-chalkboard"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-868" title="Hat" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Hat.jpg" alt="" width="430" height="429" /></a></p>
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<p>Try one of our NEW non-toxic and kid-friendly Chalk Pens to make your chalky message last even longer. Won&#8217;t rub off &#8217;till you wipe it with a damp cloth!  Now you are ready to Get Chalky!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/41201627/new-wetwipe-chalk-pen-stays-put-kid-frie"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-867" title="chalkmarker" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/chalkmarker.jpg" alt="" width="430" height="429" /></a></p>
<p>The Chalkydoodles Chalkboard Birthday Hat is part of the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/chalkydoodles?section_id=6776025">Chalkydoodles Poly’s</a>™ &#8211; our new line of products made with polyurethane-laminated cotton. Our Poly’s™ are kid-friendly and made with materials that meet the CPSIA standards.</p>
<p>We’ve revamped our children’s line with our Poly’s™ selection of fabrics and have added some new favorites to our Chalky Spot™ line, including a sassy new selection of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40151363/chalkydoodles-chalky-spot-tm-laminated-c">Chalky Spot™ Aprons</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40152388/chalkydoodles-chalky-spot-tm-chalkboard?ref=vl_other_1">Lunch Totes</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40256629/chalkydoodles-chalky-spot-tm-rollup-chal">Reversible Chalkboard Placemats</a>, and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/40266167/chalkydoodles-reversible-laminated-cotto">Splat Mats</a> &#8211; all made with materials that meet the CPSIA standards for children’s products.</p>
<p>Our Poly’s™ are good for our kids and good for our planet. No washing required. Our Poly&#8217;s™ wipe clean with a damp cloth and are made to last.</p>
<p>Kid-friendly and approved by mom. This is not your grandmother’s oilcloth!</p>
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		<title>Bloggy Love from Mrs. Merry Mack</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/01/bloggy-love-from-mrs-merry-mack/</link>
		<comments>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2010/01/bloggy-love-from-mrs-merry-mack/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:56:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Press & Praise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalkydoodles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chalkydoodles goods]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[grand opening]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[mrs merry mack]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[old friends]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[pillow giveaway]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[shout-out]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[We got some great bloggy love today from my sweet friend at Mrs. Merry Mack. 
We went to high school together, and now we&#8217;re back in touch online.  Don&#8217;t you love that?


Thanks for the shout-out!  I am in love your blog design &#8211; so cute! 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;">We got some great bloggy love today from my sweet friend at <a href="http://merrymack.com/?p=703">Mrs. Merry Mack</a>. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We went to high school together, and now we&#8217;re back in touch online.  Don&#8217;t you love that?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://merrymack.com/?p=703"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-552" title="MerryMack" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/MerryMack1.png" alt="" width="570" height="300" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://merrymack.com/?p=703"><img class="size-full wp-image-557 aligncenter" title="MerryMack2" src="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/MerryMack2.png" alt="" width="566" height="351" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Thanks for the shout-out!  I am in love your blog design &#8211; so cute! </p>
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		<title>Chalkydoodles featured in Advocate Magazine &#8211; Shop Local in Dallas!</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2009/11/chalkydoodles-featured-in-advocate-magazine-shop-local-in-dallas/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:33:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Check out Chalkydoodles in the Advocate magazine this month!



Read all about how Chalkydoodles got its start and where it&#8217;s headed in the December 2009 issue of the Advocate magazine, Far North Dallas addition. Plus, find great holiday gift ideas for shopping local around the Dallas area. 


Visit the Chalkydoodles shop on Etsy.com at http://www.chalkydoodles.etsy.com/ for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Check out Chalkydoodles in the <a href="http://www.advocatemag.com/far-north-dallas/magazine/Think_Outside_the_Gift_Box.html">Advocate</a> magazine this month!</p>
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<div>Read all about how <a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/">Chalkydoodles</a> got its start and where it&#8217;s headed in the December 2009 issue of the Advocate magazine, Far North Dallas addition. Plus, find great holiday gift ideas for shopping local around the Dallas area. <span style="font-size:0;"></span></div>
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<p><a href="http://www.advocatemag.com/far-north-dallas/magazine/Think_Outside_the_Gift_Box.html"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 290px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408859575776166530" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SxAhIHYbwoI/AAAAAAAACIk/TjymHhu6lsI/s400/CCF11272009_00003.jpg" /></a>
<div>Visit the <a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.etsy.com/">Chalkydoodles shop</a> on Etsy.com at <a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.etsy.com/">http://www.chalkydoodles.etsy.com/</a> for unique holiday gifts for everyone on your list! At Chalkydoodles, you&#8217;ll find oodles of personalized, reusable oilcloth and chalkboard items for your kids and your home.</p>
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<div>Make sure to place your order by December 8 for delivery in time for Christmas!</div>
<p><a href="http://www.advocatemag.com/far-north-dallas/blog"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408862004291413538" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SxAjVeTlpiI/AAAAAAAACI0/O7hK1iEfzTk/s400/CCF11272009_00006.jpg" /></a>
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<div>A great big thanks to the Advocate for such a great feature! Make sure to check out the online addition <a href="http://www.advocatemag.com/far-north-dallas/magazine/Think_Outside_the_Gift_Box.html">here</a>.<span style="font-size:0;"> <span style="font-size:0;"></span></span></div>
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<div>Happy Holidays from Chalkydoodles!</div>
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		<title>Instant Holiday Decor &#8211; by Elephannie!</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:36:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a quick and easy way to decorate this holiday season? Then you&#8217;ve got to check out the holiday collection of Vinyl Wall Decals by Elephannie. Like these charming Christmas Ornaments featured this week in the Etsy Blog &#8211; the Storque.

Removeable vinyl decals are a great way to add instant color and cheer! And, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a quick and easy way to decorate this holiday season? Then you&#8217;ve got to check out the holiday collection of Vinyl Wall Decals by <a href="http://www.elephannie.etsy.com/">Elephannie</a>. Like these charming <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34759866">Christmas Ornaments</a> featured this week in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/storque/etc/vote-for-your-favorite-holiday-decoration-6095/">Etsy Blog &#8211; the Storque</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34759866"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 343px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405472856284350482" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SwQY7GHYSBI/AAAAAAAACIE/q1dCyXQUuQ8/s400/ElephannieOrnaments.bmp" /></a><br />Removeable vinyl decals are a great way to add instant color and cheer! And, when the holidays are over, they can easily be removed (and don&#8217;t have to be packed up in the attic!).</p>
<p>Vinyl decals are also the perfect way to add instant personality to your home. Check out the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Elephannie?section_id=5394588">Monograms/Wall Words</a> section in the Elephannie shop for custom-designed, personalized wall decals made just for you! Just choose your favorite color and apply &#8211; it&#8217;s that easy!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27380391"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405477632159977938" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SwQdRFo3EdI/AAAAAAAACIM/gK3chd-Pe1w/s400/ElephannieKristy.jpg" /></a><br />Chalkydoodles is so lucky to be collaborating with Elephannie on Etsy.com. Coren is the creative and dedicated owner of <a href="http://www.elephannie.com/">Elephannie</a>, vinyl decal goddess and full-time mom to boot! A fellow Texan (we live just a few miles apart!)</p>
<p>Coren and I have discovered that we share the same passion for unique, practical designs, and a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit &#8211; both of which are definitely required to run a successful small business!</p>
<p>We&#8217;ve worked together to come up with many of the new <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.chalkydoodles.etsy.com">Chalkydoodles</a> designs, like our <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34279464">Personalized Oilcloth Lunch Bags</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33960452">Monogrammed Oilcloth Pillow</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33971242">Personalized Pet Mats</a> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33983884">Kid&#8217;s Personalized Oilcloth Placemat</a>. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/chalkydoodles?section_id=6542748"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405477637146054114" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SwQdRYNojeI/AAAAAAAACIU/zl2u9JjQzAQ/s400/ElephannieMosaic.jpg" /></a><br />All of these great designs by Elephannie for Chalkydoodles are available in our new <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/chalkydoodles?section_id=6542748">Personalized Gifts</a> section in the Chalkydoodles shop. Coren is always up for a new project and has been such a joy to work with these past few months. Thank you, Coren!</p>
<p>So, go ahead and check out Elephannie&#8217;s shop. You are sure to find some great holiday decorations &#8211; and great gifts for everyone on your list!</p>
<p>The Holidays are here at Chalkydoodles!</p>
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		<title>London, Here we Come!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:11:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Look who will soon be carrying the NEW Chalkydoodles line of Personalized Dog Mats &#8211; Jack&#8217;s Cabana Dog Boutique &#8211; London.


You simply must check out this incredible online boutique, where you&#8217;ll find the absolute cream of the crop for your favorite pooch. 
 

From contemporary wooden doggie beds to twill military coats, the selection is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Look who will soon be carrying the NEW Chalkydoodles line of Personalized Dog Mats &#8211; <a href="http://www.jackscabana.co.uk/home-page.html">Jack&#8217;s Cabana Dog Boutique &#8211; London</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.jackscabana.co.uk/"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 286px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402327186340553442" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/Svjr9AZDouI/AAAAAAAACHU/FnzpvECdb8s/s320/JackCabanaHome.jpg" /></a>
<div>You simply must check out this incredible online boutique, where you&#8217;ll find the absolute cream of the crop for your favorite pooch. </div>
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<div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SvjtKSovFgI/AAAAAAAACHc/NPKPYynGT9s/s1600-h/DogMatGroup2.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402328514088080898" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SvjtKSovFgI/AAAAAAAACHc/NPKPYynGT9s/s320/DogMatGroup2.jpg" /></a></div>
<div>From contemporary wooden doggie beds to twill military coats, the selection is to die for. We are thrilled to have been asked to be included in the gorgeous selection in the dining section (still under construction.)<span> <span> </span></span></div>
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<p><span><span><span>Check back soon for our full selection of personalized </span></span></span>oilcloth dog mats. But in the meantime, take some time to explore <a href="http://www.jackscabana.co.uk/home-page.html">Jack&#8217;s Cabana</a> at <a href="http://www.jackscabana.co.uk/">http://www.jackscabana.co.uk/</a>. You are sure to find some great holiday gift ideas for your own furry best friend.</p>
<p>Thanks, Jack&#8217;s Cabana, for the Chalkydoodles debut in the UK!</p>
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		<title>We&#8217;re Getting Silly!</title>
		<link>http://www.chalkydoodles.com/blog/2009/10/were-getting-silly/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lyn Pollard</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Feeling a little silly? Then check out Chalkydoodles on the The Silly Wagon online boutique.
We&#8217;ve been big fans of the Wagon for a long while, and are more than thrilled to have our Oilcloth Halloween Treat Bags and Personalize Oilcloth Lunch Bags offered on such a fantastic site! 
The Silly Wagon is an online children&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 137px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387827346973970018" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SsVobReEzmI/AAAAAAAACEM/zrRLAzYbIP0/s320/sillyWagonHeader.gif" /></a>Feeling a little silly? Then check out <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chalkydoodles</span> on the <a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/">The Silly Wagon</a> online boutique.</p>
<p>We&#8217;ve been big fans of the Wagon for a long while, and are more than thrilled to have our <a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/catalog.php?item=2488">Oilcloth Halloween Treat Bags</a> and <a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/catalog.php?item=2382">Personalize Oilcloth Lunch Bags</a> offered on such a fantastic site!<a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/catalog.php?item=2488"> </a>
<p>The Silly Wagon is an online children&#8217;s boutique that carries lots of your favorite name brands, like Kate Mack, Baby Nay, Sassafras, Nest, Lima Bean Kids and Baby Legs, to name just a few! We are in love with their sassy collection of clothing and <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">accessories</span> for both kiddos and mommies alike. <a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/catalog.php?category=247"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387827221060706834" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MSH5gT7oR2Y/SsVoT8aA4hI/AAAAAAAACEE/vJV_e5Rk-Tw/s400/SillyWagonMosaicBags.jpg" /></a>Oh, and want to know a little secret? The talented artist that designed The Silly Wagon&#8217;s adorable site &#8211; (you really ought to go take a <a href="http://www.thesillywagon.com/">look</a>) &#8211; she&#8217;s also designing OURS! Graphic Designer and website guru Staci <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Brillhart</span> of <a href="http://www.quirkybirddesigns.com/">Quirky Bird Designs </a>is hard at work on our new <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error"><a href="http://www.chalkydoodles.com/">Chalkydoodles</a></span> website, and just wait until you see it! We are SO excited to bring you some sneak peaks in the near future. Stay tuned!</p>
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