12/27/10

A Work In Progress

One of my goals and plans for 2011 is to clean up my shop as well as rebuild and add more content to The Spotted Olive™ website. It will be a slow and tedious process to clean up and remedy bad advice that I had taken in the past when I first opened The Spotted Olive™, but I know in the end it will be well worth the effort. It is also a top priority to make things much easier for my customers to shop and to find things in my store. With the last few days remaining in 2010, I'm getting a head start and have already started revising descriptions and tags in my shop. I've learned a lot and we've got big plans for 2011!

50% Off Hip & Trendy Business Cards

Save big with 50% off hip and trendy business cards by The Spotted Olive™ now through Thursday-12/30/10. Our professionally designed business cards feature vibrant full color, double sided printing and are available on a variety of paper stocks. Use coupon code: ZAZZLEACSALE at checkout to receive the 50% discount.

Designer Vintage Grunge Business Cards profilecard


Urban Skies Hip Business Cards profilecard


Hip Business Cards :: Trendy Zebra Print profilecard


Mod Leopard-Lime Appointment Business Card profilecard



Shop stylish and professional business cards.

 
50% of the business card pack net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying business card packs are purchased. The coupon code ZAZZLEACSALE must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through December 30, 2010 at 11:59 PM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.

12/26/10

Christmas Day 2010

Yesterday was a lovely Christmas day full of sunshine, fun and family. We usually have lots of snow on the ground for Christmas but this year the sun was shining bright and it was actually quite warm—–we even had the door open for most of the day!

Here's hoping that your Christmas was a beautiful day filled with love and happiness as ours was. Wow! 2011 is almost here! Cheers!




Top Left: Our Chritmas Tree; Middle Left: Holiday chocolate & agave nectar cupackes with custom wrappers and flags that I designed & created to coordinate with our 2010 holiday cards (my Father-In-Law loved the whole presentation as well as the cupcakes!); Bottom Left: My Mother-In-Law playing with the iPad, our dog Jags looking at the Christmas tree and my Father-In-Law; Top Right: Annie anticipating opening one of her "prezzies"; Second Image on Right: Annie opening one of her gifts; Third Image on Right: Annie playing with her stuffed Christmas tree gift; Fourth Image on Right: Zoe after surgically removing the squeaker from one of the new Christmas toys; Bottom Image on Right: My hubby and his mom viewing some pictures on the iPad.

12/24/10

Happy Holidays!

Wishing you the happiest holidays from our house to yours! And a very special thank you to all that have supported us this year! It means so much to us and we couldn't have had the successes that we have with out you. Cheers for a wonderful 2011!

12/16/10

An Email From A Happy Customer

It's always nice when a happy customer takes a moment out of their busy day to let you know how much they liked a product they ordered from your shop.

Amy ordered a variety of custom labels and stickers for her business from The Spotted Olive™ and took the time to send us this lovely email message today.


 Hi Debbie-

Just wanted to shoot you a quick note to say 'thanks very much' for the lovely labels.  I received them yesterday, and they are perfect!

Best wishes to you for a wonderful holiday season-
Amy

Thank you Amy for your purchases and your thoughtful email message!

12/14/10

Holiday Mailout 2010

Our holiday cards are finally addressed, stamped and ready to be mailed out. This year we ordered personalized photo holiday flat cards and coordinating USPS approved custom postage from our shop, The Spotted Olive™.  We were so thrilled when it all arrived because it looked so great.



Shown above:
Warmest Holiday Wishes Christmas Photo Flat Card on the linen paper stock

Happy Holidays Christmas Postage

12/13/10

Fab Finds For Your Holiday Martini Party!

Mix your Christmas gathering up this year and make it a Holiday Martini Party! These great "martini" finds are sure to make your soiree great fun and a huge success.



{1} The Merry Martini Mixology Book: 24 Holiday Martinis with Seasonal Spirit! (Volume 1) by Terri Dennis aka The Martini Diva. Filled with holiday martini recipes, martini making tips and trivia, this book is a fun and festive necessity for your holiday martini party!

{2} Gorgeous Bormioli Rocco Ceralacca Martini Glass Set of 4 in Red
available at Amazon.com

{3}Stylish Bormioli Rocco Ceralacca Martini Glass Set of 4 in Green
available at Amazon.com

{4} Holiday Martini Cocktail Party Invitation by The Spotted Olive™. This fun holiday cocktail party design features The Spotted Olive's original illustration of two red martinis with green olives on a black background with light pinstripes and bold hot red and green accents.

{5} Super cute Snowman Cocktail Shaker from Pottery Barn

{6, 7 & 8} A fabulous holiday martini party needs fabulous music! Check out these wonderfully nostalgic and sometimes kitschy CDs filled with all your favorite holiday tunes from Ultra Lounge. Available on Amazon.com. Perfect for your martini & mistletoe gala!

Christmas Cocktails Part One
Christmas Cocktails Part Two
Christmas Cocktails Part Three


Cheers!

12/12/10

5 Random Things About Me



















































{1} I am overly sensitive, often misunderstood and sometimes feel like Edward Scissorhands.

{2} I like to sleep in a cold room with a cold pillow, but be comfortable and warm under the covers.

{3} I love giving gifts! I like getting them too, but I might actually love giving them even more. :)

{4} I love Vancouver, British Columbia.

{5} I have seen 6 Cirque Du Soleil shows live, but I have never seen my favorite, Quidam, live. I just found out that the Quidam show is touring and will be in Vancouver in March. I think it might be time to start planning a vacation.

12/10/10

A Dog's Life




















This is my beautiful girl, Annie, having a little snooze on the couch with a pillow and blanket after a long day of playing in the snow. Ahhh, to have a dog's life.

12/8/10

New Holiday Card Design!

We are pleased to announce our new Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas greeting design! This fun and festive holiday photo greeting card by The Spotted Olive™ features a gorgeous pattern with area for photo and the words "May Your Holidays Be Merry & Bright. Merry Christmas. Happy New Year." A great way to send your Christmas cheer to family and friends. Personalize with your photos, names & special message. Available in a variety of color choices and card options including modern flat cards, premium photo cards and postcards.

Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas Photo Flat Card
Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas Photo Flat Card invitation


Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas Premium Photo Card
Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas Photo Card photocard



Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas Postcard
Merry & Bright Holiday Christmas Postcard postcard

12/3/10

A Customer Favorite Holiday Card!

Our fun Jolly Holidays Christmas Card is very popular with our customers. This funky retro modern holiday card design by The Spotted Olive™ features red and green dots and the words "Jolly Holidays." The inside text reads "Wishing You & Yours A Happy Holiday Season & A Wonderful New Year." Coordinating postage, stickers, holiday binder and more available in this design.






















We've been shipping this festive holiday card out to destinations throughout the United States as well as internationally and are delighted to have received such positive feedback on the design! Thanks to all of our customers for their purchases and support!


11/30/10

Winter Is Here...

It's official, well at least in my book anyway, winter is here. Thanksgiving has come and gone, it's cold out, getting dark way too early and we've just gotten a good amount of snow. My dogs love the snow and have been so excited to get out there and play in it! So that's just what we did yesterday on such a winter's day.

Final Day of Incredible Deals!



It's here... the final day of fabulous deals at The Spotted Olive™ and Zazzle! There have been some amazing bargains since Friday with 10 more today! Deals change every two hours, so be sure to set your alarm so you don't miss out on savings up to 50% on personalized gifts.

FREE economy shipping on purchases of $25 or more!

12:01 AM-2:01 AM (PST)
50% Off Holiday Ornaments
Shop holiday ornaments at The Spotted Olive™
Shop holiday ornaments on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL156


2:01 AM-4:01 AM (PST)
50% Off Magnets
Shop magnets at The Spotted Olive™
Shop magnets on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL106


4:01 AM-6:01 AM (PST)
50% Off Stickers, Bumper Stickers and Labels
Shop stickers, bumper stickers and labels at The Spotted Olive™
Shop stickers, bumper stickers and labels on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL140


6:01 AM-8:01 AM (PST)
$10 Off All Skateboards
Shop skateboards at The Spotted Olive™
Shop skateboards on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL192


8:01 AM-10:01 AM (PST)
30% Off Sweatshirts and Jackets on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL133


10:01 AM-12:01 PM (PST)
Buy 2 Get 1 Mousepad Free
Shop mousepads at The Spotted Olive™
Shop mousepads on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL131


12:01 PM-2:01 PM (PST)
25% Off iPad and iPhone Cases
Shop ipad and iphone cases at The Spotted Olive™
Shop ipad and iphone cases on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL135


2:01 PM-4:01 PM (PST)
12% Off All Products
Shop all products at The Spotted Olive™
Shop all products on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL196


4:01 PM-6:01 PM (PST)
50% Off Keychains
Shop keychains at The Spotted Olive™
Shop keychains on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL153


6:01 PM-8:01 PM (PST)
$5 Off All Custom T-Shirts
Shop custom t-shirts at The Spotted Olive™
Shop custom t-shirts on Zazzle
Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL171


From 8 PM to Midnight, we'll be repeating the two most popular deals of the day, so be on the lookout for what they are! Please note all times are Pacific Time. Discount should be reflected in item price, if you don't see a price slashed through with a new price, enter the coupon code at checkout! Deals subject to change without notice.



* To qualify for this free shipping offer, one or more Zazzle products must be purchased with a net sale price equal to or greater than 25.00 dollars. The free shipping offer is for economy (or standard if economy is not available) shipping to U.S. addresses only. Offer does not apply to shoes. Shipping charges will apply to oversized orders and orders being shipped on an expedited basis or outside the U.S. Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 11:59pm PT. Your order must be placed during that time to qualify for this special offer. This promotional offer may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or discount offers. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.

* 50% of the ornament net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying ornaments are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL156 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 2:00 AM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 50% of the magnet net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying magnets are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL106 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 4:00 AM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 50% of the sticker sheet, bumper sticker, and/or label sheet net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying sticker sheets, bumper stickers, and/or label sheets are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL140 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 6:00 AM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* $10 of the skateboard net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying skateboards are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL192 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 8:00 AM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 30% of the apparel net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying apparel items are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL133 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 10:00 AM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 34% of the mousepad net sale price will be deducted when three or more qualifying mousepads are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL131 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 12:00 PM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 25% of the iphone and ipad case net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying iphone and ipad cases are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL135 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 2:00 PM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 12% of the product net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying products are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL196 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. For most products, the net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). For Zazzle Custom Stamps, the net sale price is the difference between the price of the Zazzle Custom Stamps (excluding shipping and taxes) and the face value of the postage. Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 4:00 PM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* 50% of the keychain net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying keychains are purchased.  The coupon code BLITZDEAL153 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 6:00 PM PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.


* $5 of the apparel net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying apparel items are purchased. The coupon code BLITZDEAL171 must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid through November 30, 2010 at 8:00 PM PT. This offer does not apply to screen printed apparel. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.

11/28/10

Amazing Cyber Monday Deals



The savings keep coming at The Spotted Olive™ and our partner, Zazzle! And we've got even more for the biggest online shopping day of the year—Cyber Monday! Check out these great deals plus receive FREE economy shipping on purchases of $25 or more!


AMAZING CYBER MONDAY DEALS
Times are listed in Pacific Standard Time.


12:01 AM   75% Off Mousepads
                 See mousepads at The Spotted Olive™. 
                 See mousepads on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL671

2:01 AM     $8 Off Custom Binders 

                 See custom binders at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See custom binders at Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code:BLITZDEAL113
                            
4:01 AM     $6 Off Custom Aprons

                 See custom aprons at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See custom aprons on Zazzle.
                  Use Coupon Code:BLITZDEAL101

6:01 AM     60% Off Calendars on Zazzle

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL100
                
8:01 AM     50% Off Embroidered Shirts & Jackets on Zazzle

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL735
              
10:01 AM   $5 Off All T-Shirts 

                 See T-Shirts at The Spotted Olive.
                 See T-Shirts on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL190

12:01 PM   50% Off Posters
                 See posters at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See posters on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL200
                
2:01 PM     Buy One, Get One Mug! (50% Off 2 Mugs)

                 See mugs at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See mugs on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL187 
            
4:01 PM     30% Off Christmas Ornaments 
                 See Christmas ornaments at The Spotted Olive.
                 See Christmas ornaments on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code:  BLITZDEAL159

6:01 PM     40% Off Labels, Cards & Invitations              
                 See labels, cards and invitations at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See labels, cards and invitations on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL157


From 8 PM to Midnight, we'll be repeating the two most popular deals of the day, so be on the lookout for what they are! Please note all times are Pacific Time. Discount should be reflected in item price, if you don't see a price slashed through with a new price, enter the coupon code at checkout! Deals subject to change without notice.

11/27/10

Sweet Sunday Savings At The Spotted Olive™ & Zazzle!

The spectacular holiday savings at The Spotted Olive™ and our partner, Zazzle, will keep coming through Tuesday-11/30/10! With bargains featuring discounts up to 75% you shouldn't miss out!

And don't forget that economy shipping is FREE with purchases of $25 or more!

 
SWEET SUNDAY SAVINGS FOR NOVEMEBER 28, 2010
Times are listed in Pacific Standard Time.


12:01 AM   $4 Off Mugs, Travel Mugs & Steins
                 See mugs at The Spotted Olive™. 
                 See mugs on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL158

2:01 AM     50% Off All Star Wars Gifts at Zazzle

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL221
                            
4:01 AM     $10 Off Pet Clothing

                 See pet clothing at The Spotted Olive™ and The Spunky Puppy™.
                 See pet clothing on Zazzle.
                  Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL779

6:01 AM     50% Off Harry Potter Gifts at Zazzle

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL579
                
8:01 AM     75% Off MegaMan T-Shirts on Zazzle

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL154
              
10:01 AM   15% Off All Gifts at The Spotted Olive and Zazzle!

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL114
               
12:01 PM   $6 Off Funny, Geek & Vintage T-Shirts on Zazzle

                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL141 
            
2:01 PM     50% Off All Bags & Embroidered Bags

                 See bags at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See bags & embroidered bags on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL155

4:01 PM     30% Off iPhone & iPad Cases                  
                 See iPhone & iPad Cases at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See iPhone Cases & iPad Cases onZazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL176

6:01 PM     $6 Off All T-Shirts

                 See t-shirts at The Spotted Olive.
                 See t-shirts on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL122



From 8 PM to Midnight, we'll be repeating the two most popular deals of the day, so be on the lookout for what they are! Please note all times are Pacific Time. 

Deals subject to change without notice.

11/25/10

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with lots of good food, the company of family and friends and happiness. We had a lovely day with family and of course, ate way too much wonderful food.



A good Thanksgiving day is fuel for the power shopping of Black Friday! And while out shopping for those incredible bargains tomorrow, please remember the true spirit of the holiday season and show kindness and patience to your fellow bargain hunters! Don't forget to smile and hold doors for people. Have fun and happy shopping.

11/24/10

Black Friday Deals!

This year we're super crazy for Black Friday!  So much so that The Spotted Olive™ and partner, Zazzle, will have 5 days of super amazing deals. Starting at midnight on Black Friday, get exclusive deals for only two hours at a time. Be sure to set your alarms for your favorite deals so you can get the biggest savings of the year. Order personalized Christmas gifts or stock on up your favorite designs for up to 75% off. It will be a marathon of 120 hours of back-to-back deals! Avoid the crowds and the cold this year when you shop online with us!

Be sure to use coupon code: SPOTTEDOLIVE at checkout for FREE Economy Shipping on purchases of $35 or more!



NOVEMEBER 26, 2010 BLACK FRIDAY DEALS
Times are listed in Pacific Time.


12:01 AM   Half Off All Mugs
                 See mugs at The Spotted Olive™. 
                 See mugs on Zazzle.

2:01 AM     $10 Off All Avery Binders

                 See custom binders at The Spotted Olive™. 
                 See binders on Zazzle.

4:01 AM     75% Off Harry Potter T-Shirts at Zazzle


6:01 AM     70% Off Holiday Cards and Invites 

                 See holiday cards and invitations at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See holiday cards & invitations on Zazzle.


8:01 AM     50% Off Ornaments 

                 See ornaments at The Spotted Olive™. 
                 See ornaments on Zazzle.

10:01 AM   $20 Off iPhone & iPad Cases 

                 See iPhone & iPad Cases at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See iPhone Cases & iPad Cases onZazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL104

12:01 PM   75% Off Business Cards 

                 See business cards at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See business cards on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL160

2:01 PM     65% Off All Posters 

                 See posters at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See posters on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL197

4:01 PM     $8.80 Off $0.44 Postage Sheets 
                 See postage at The Spotted Olive™.
                 See postage on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL128

6:01 PM     Half Off All T-Shirts 

                 See t-shirts at The Spotted Olive.
                 See t-shirts on Zazzle.
                 Use Coupon Code: BLITZDEAL165



From 8 PM to Midnight, we'll be repeating the two most popular deals of the day, so be on the lookout for what they are!  Please note all times are Pacific Time.

Deals subject to change without notice.

11/23/10

FREE ECONOMY SHIPPING ON ORDERS OF $35 OR MORE!

Now through December 10th, receive FREE economy shipping on your purchases of $35 or more* from The Spotted Olive™ when you use coupon code: SPOTTEDOLIVE at checkout! It's a great time to order your holiday cards, stocking stuffers and Christmas gifts while saving a little money.


Modern Berries Holiday Christmas Premium Photo Card 
Modern Berries Holiday Christmas Photo Card photocard


Zebra Chic Personalized Apple iPhone 4 Case
Zebra Chic Personalized Apple iPhone 4 Speck Case speckcase


 Personalized Trendy Polka Dots iPhone 3G/3Gs Case
Personalized Trendy Polka Dots iphone 3 Speck Case speckcase


Holiday Ornaments Apron 
Holiday Ornaments Apron apron


 

Shop The Spotted Olive™.

*To qualify for this free shipping offer, one or more Zazzle products must be purchased with a net sale price equal to or greater than 35.00 dollars and economy shipping must be selected as the shipping option. The coupon code SPOTTEDOLIVE must be entered during checkout to receive the offer. The free shipping offer is for economy shipping to U.S. addresses only. Offer does not apply to premium ornaments, shoes, skateboards, binders, custom framed prints, or photo sculptures. Shipping charges will apply to oversized orders and orders being shipped on an expedited basis or outside the U.S. Offer is valid through December 10, 2010 at 11:59pm PT. Your order must be placed during that time to qualify for this special offer. This promotional offer may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or discount offers. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.

11/17/10

Free Shipping On Our New Custom iPhone & iPad Cases!

The Spotted Olive™ is so excited to announce the launch of our latest product—custom iPhone Cases! Our funky, cute & cool designs are now available on  iPhone 3G/3GS and iPhone 4 Speck® cases. Custom iPhone cases from The Spotted Olive™ protect your phone in style! These unique case designs make a delightful gift for any iPhone 3G/3GS or iPhone 4 user.  Make your phone a reflection of you with a full-color case that is vibrantly printed and shipped within 24 hrs. Easy to personalize with your name or special message for an extra special detail.


And to kick off our launch, now through November 30, 2010, receive free shipping when you purchase one or more custom iphone cases with coupon code: NEWZAZZCASES at check out!


Chevron Pattern Personalized iPhone 3G/3GS Speck® Brand Case

Chevron Pattern Personalized iPhone 3 Speck Case speckcase



Zebra Chic Personalized iPhone 4 Speck® Brand Case
Zebra Chic Personalized Apple iPhone 4 Speck Case speckcase


Kawaii Lolita Kokeshi Cutie iPhone 3G/3GS Speck® Brand Case
Kawaii Lolita Kokeshi Cutie iphone 3 Speck Case speckcase


 Modern Blue Bird iPhone 4 Speck® Brand Case
Modern Blue Bird iPhone 4 Speck Case speckcase


Shop The Spotted Olive's custom iPhone 3G/3GS cases & iPhone 4 cases now!

To qualify for this free shipping offer, one or more Zazzle Cases must be purchased. Enter promo code NEWZAZZCASES at checkout to receive the free shipping offer. This free shipping offer is for standard shipping to US addresses only. Shipping charges will apply to oversized orders and orders being shipped on an expedited basis or outside of the US. Offer is valid from November 16, 2010 at 12:01 am PT through November 30, 2010 at 11:59 pm PT. Your order must be placed during that time to qualify for this special offer. This promotional offer may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or discount offers. Offer valid on Zazzle.com only.

11/11/10

a favorite christmas card!

One of our customer favorite Christmas Cards is our Retro Modern Holiday Ornaments Christmas Card! We've had quite a few orders of this stylish holiday card lately and they are shipping out to destinations throughout the world. Click the images below for more information or to purchase.









This fresh clean modern holiday card design by The Spotted Olive™ features modern vibrant green and pink holiday ornaments and the words "Happy Holidays" on the outside. The inside message reads: "Wishing you and yours a joyous & peaceful holiday season." This fun and stylish card is perfect for sending your Christmas greetings to friends, family and business associates.

And remember you don't have to buy multiples of the same card to receive a quantity discount so you can mix it up! Quantity discounts on orders of 10 or more cards!

Coordinating postage, labels and stickers also available in this design.

11/9/10

The Coolness of Nouvelle Vague

One of the many bands I love is Nouvelle Vague. The name Nouvelle Vague means "new wave" in French. This incredibly creative collective of musicians does amazingly cool covers of punk, post punk and new wave songs in a bossa nova style. This combination shouldn't work, but it so does and very well I might add. Having a love of old school punk and new wave music, I absolutely adore the slick arrangements this band does of some of my all time favorite tunes! We got the chance to seem them in concert back in February and they were incredible. If you ever get the chance to see them live, I highly recommend it. And I most definitely recommend get all their albums.

Below is a video of their performance from the show we attended at The Bluebird in Denver on February 1, 2010 doing a cover of XTC's (one of my all time favorite bands) "Making Plans For Nigel."





Such different versions of the song and I absolutely love them both.

11/3/10

A Cool Chair!

I am in need of a new office chair and came across this one today! I know this chair may not be functional for most applications and definitely not for my work chair, but I think it's a super cool design. I'd love to have some of these out on our deck during the summer months. This is the Spun chair, created by London-based designer Thomas Heatherwick for Magis of Italy.

11/2/10

Feeling A Little French!

Lately I have been in a bit of a French mood listening to music by the Paris-based band Gotan project, watching Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain and loving the super cute French-themed illustrations of artisit, Elaine Biss.




In addition to my adoration of old school new wave, punk rock and alternative music, I absolutely love music featuring the accordion! Gotan Project is one of those very cool bands featuring this underrated instrument. I could listen to this music all day.

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I just love this movie—the story, the cinematography, the soundtrack, audrey tautou, everything about it. The use of color is so amazing in this film. And even though I don't speak or understand French, this is one of my all time favorite movies. Guess what I'm getting ready to watch right now!


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Elaine Biss is an amazingly talented couture artist/designer who devotes her time to creating lovely feminine art. I just love her wonderful illustrations and work! Recently, Elaine published an illustrated book called Vie à Paris. It's absolutely charming! The above video showcases some of the pages from the book. You can purchase your copy here. A great gift for the holidays!