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10 Recycled, Reusable and Really Rad Wrapping Paper Ideas

September 28, 2011

Ok, so the season of shower gifts, group given or otherwise is upon us. And in the wake of that awesome clip, 30 Gifts to 30 Strangers, I thought, well, why not round up wrapping paper options so when you give that beautifully wrapped gem of a gift, you know you’re not using toxic papers [...]

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Etsy Artwork = Perfect Group Gift

September 17, 2011

Have you ever stopped in your tracks to gaze at a piece of art, thinking THAT would be a perfect piece in my house! Do you know an artsy couple about to get hitched? Do you happen to know a local artist you’d love to add to your collection? Could your inlaws use some artistic [...]

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Inlu + Fundraising = Easy, In Lieu of Writing and Collecting Checks!

August 27, 2011

If you want to put the FUN back in fundraising, consider using Inlu to collect contributions from families and extended families of students! Whether it’s an extracurricular group or a classroom list, Inlu is an easy, life-simplifying option for parents who are UBER BUSY. How it works: In lieu of hosting, coordinating and planning a [...]

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10 Big Ticket Back to School Items (You Can Use Inlu to Collect For!)

August 23, 2011

It’s the beginning of the year. Time to obey the bells and bring the binders; run for the bus and commit to band practice. It  also comes with a “supply list” that’ll drop your jaw. Ka-ching! Here’s our idea: grandma and grandpa, aunts and uncles and family friends can help lighten the pricetag load. If [...]

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WOW Wednesday: Seven Sublime Group Gifts for The Home (via ecofabulous)

August 3, 2011

Housewarming Ideas Via…. Know anyone ready to receive a housewarming gift? Perhaps it’s a newlywed couple. A college student setting off to face an empty dorm? Maybe your parents are downsizing. Who knows, it could be a neighbor moving away and you want to send them off in style. No matter who is settling where, [...]

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Tip ‘o the Group Gifting Hat to: ecofabulous

July 26, 2011

We’ve set out to find an inspiring site that features cool product ideas with a greener conscience. Voila: ecofabulous. With back to school just around the corner (and back to birthdays, meetings, teacher appreciation, and all that jazz), we thought we’d jump start the creative options for giving this new season. We’ll be doing a [...]

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What’s Stylish, Handmade and Dazzling? Monica Ostby’s Cowboys and Aliens Red Carpet Dress!

July 25, 2011

This weekend, at Comic-Con11 in San Diego, Inlu’s own, Monica Ostby walked the red carpet with her husband, Hawk Ostby for the premiere of the Cowboys and Aliens film, wearing a hand made, crocheted dress by Amity Joy of Portsmouth, NH (see press release). The dress was a collaborative effort resulting in a fabulous-one-of-a-kind stunner [...]

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Saddle Up and See Cowboys and Aliens (While Helping a Cause!)

July 13, 2011

Why not head over to your local theater to celebrate an upcoming birthday, or event….or perhaps just for a good time? Simply create an Inlu Invitation, describe WHEN and WHERE as well as ADD Collection details (see sample for Kevin’s 13th Birthday!). SOUND AWESOME? DO IT.

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Kids + Parents + Inlu: Here’s the Scoop!

July 7, 2011

Pssst…Parents, Inlu is a great way for your child to get what he or she wants AND give the planet a break at the same time! That’s an awesome feeling even the little ones can appreciate! And yes, some parents wonder “Is it ok to tell my friends what my kid wants for his/her birthday?” [...]

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10 Group Gift Ideas for Kids & Tweens that Aren’t “Things”

June 28, 2011

In lieu of “what do you want for your birthday?” you can always ask, “what would you like to DO to celebrate your birthday?” Here are ten cool ideas that aren’t “things” (less landfill!) but make excellent group gifts because they can be pricey (perfect for splitting the cost!) and they are super fun. 1. [...]

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