That Perfect Something: May 2008

Thursday, May 29, 2008

New Entry for "My Perfect Father" Father's Day Contest

From Alison to her Dad:

My father is the most perfect father. I know everyone say that, but he truly is. This year, father's day falls the day before my parents 35th year wedding anniversary and just a few days before his birthday. If anyone deserves to win, it is him. He is the most patient and kind person I have ever met. He also is very very smart, and can tell you anything about anything. He is supportive and loving and concerned with his family's well being. He is considered to be the strong and silent type, not saying much to but is a big goofball inside. I could not ask for a better father and I can't imagine anyone being more deserving of recognition than him.

Here is more information about our Father's Day contest. Get your entries in today!

Just tell us in 250 words or less why your Father or the person who is just like a Father to you is the Perfect Father. Share what you would do to give him the perfect Father's Day. Two Fathers will be randomly selected to receive a Grand Prize and a First Runner up prize. Each week we'll post a few entries that really touched us. If you have a picture of your Father or a picture of the both of you please include it with your entry. Submit your entry to Blog Submissions.

Prizes:
1. One (1) Grand Prize: $50 Gift Certificate for That Perfect Something's Gift Consulting Services.

2. One (1) First Runner up Prize: $25 Gift Certificate for That Perfect Something's Gift Consulting Services.

Contest Rules:
1. The contest officially begins May 12, 2008 at ends on June 7th, 2008.

2. The winners will be announced on Sunday, June 15, 2008.

3. The contest is only open to US and Canadian addresses.

4. Your entry should include the following:

Your name and email address
Your Father's name and email address

5. Entries that are selected to be posted each week are not guaranteed a prize.

6. Only one entry per person should be submitted.

Monday, May 19, 2008

New Father's Day Special at That Perfect Something! 15% off all Services.

That Perfect Something is now offering Gift Concierge and Gift Shopping Companion services in addition to our Gift Consulting service. And, in honor of Father's Day we are offering a 15% discount on ALL our services until June 11th. Use code PDAD15 at checkout to redeem this offer! Read more about our services below:

Too busy to think of gift ideas? Do you always give uncreative and boring gifts? Impress your gift recipient with creative and unique gift ideas found for you by our Gift Consulting Service. Submit your Gift Consulting request today!

Are you tired of running out of the office or leaving your family at inopportune times to go gift shopping? Well, you don't have to anymore. Our Gift Concierge Service will do your gift shopping for you. And, we'll even wrap the gift and mail it to your recipient. Submit your Gift Concierge request today!

Or, maybe you are just looking for some personal guidance when you go gift shopping. We can help! Your own Personal Shopper will accompany you on your gift shopping trip and guide you to the perfect gift for your recipient. Submit your Gift Shopping Companion request today!

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Use our Personal Shopping Service for Free

I really enjoyed doing the podcast for my last minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas post. So, I'm planning to do some more podcasts over the next couple of months. In my next podcast I'm going to give a preview of That Perfect Something's Gift Shopping Companion Service. And, I'm looking for someone to volunteer to be a part of this podcast. Basically, I'll accompany you on a gift shopping trip and help you find the perfect gift for your gift recipient. The volunteer must live in the NYC area and must be available for 1-2 hours on a Saturday or Sunday in late May. The volunteer must also agree to be audio taped and to have the audio published on this blog. It's a great opportunity for someone to get the benefits of a Gift Shopping Companion for FREE. And, it will be tons of fun. Anyone who is interested in volunteering please email us at Blog Submissions.

Monday, May 12, 2008

Perfect Little Somethings - Shop It To Me Sale Alerts

I'll be attending the second of three weddings I've been invited to in a couple of weeks and once again I need to find something to wear. For the past couple of months I've had my eye on this gorgeous fuchsia dress by Laundry by Design. I've been patiently waiting for this dress to go on sale because I refuse to pay full price for it. Each week I either make a trip to Bloomies or Saks or visit each store's website to check if the dress is on sale. I have to tell you it's been kind of tiring trying to keep tabs on this dress. Well, you can imagine how happy I was when I recently learned of a new service called Shop It to Me that searches websites for sale items. Shop It To Me emails you a daily, weekly, or semi-weekly sale alert when items from your favorite brands go on sale on various websites. All you have to do is create a personal profile and select your favorite brands and sizes. I love this service so much that I signed up for daily email alerts! You know what else I love about this service - it's FREE! I can't wait to learn when my fuchsia dress goes on sale. What are you waiting for? Visit Shop It To Me to create your free account and start getting your sale mail today!

(Sample sale alert email; image courtesy of Shop It To Me)

Perfect Little Somethings - Shop It To Me Sale Alerts

(Sample sale alert email; image courtesy of Shop It To Me)

Sunday, May 11, 2008

"My Perfect Father" Father's Day Contest

We are happy to announce the commencement of our "My Perfect Father" Father's Day contest. Continue reading to learn more about the contest.

How the contest works:
Just tell us in 250 words or less why your Father or the person who is just like a Father to you is the Perfect Father. Share what you would do to give him the perfect Father's Day. Two Fathers will be randomly selected to receive a Grand Prize and a First Runner up prize. Each week we'll post a few entries that really touched us. If you have a picture of your Father or a picture of the both of you please include it with your entry. Submit your entry to Blog Submissions.

Prizes:
1. One (1) Grand Prize: $50 Gift Certificate for That Perfect Something's Gift Consulting Services.

2. One (1) First Runner up Prize: $25 Gift Certificate for That Perfect Something's Gift Consulting Services.

Contest Rules:
1. The contest officially begins May 12, 2008 at ends on June 7th, 2008.

2. The winners will be announced on Sunday, June 15, 2008.

3. The contest is only open to US and Canadian addresses.

4. Your entry should include the following:

Your name and email address
Your Father's name and email address

5. Entries that are selected to be posted each week are not guaranteed a prize.

6. Only one entry per person should be submitted.

"My Perfect Mother" Mother's Day Contest Winners

I'd really like to thank everyone who submitted an entry to our Mother's Day Contest. It was really touching to read about all your wonderful Mothers. Here are the winners of our "My Perfect Mother" Mother's Day Contest. The winners will be also be contacted by email and receive their gift certificates by email.

Grand Prize Winner -$100 Gift Certificate for That Perfect Something Gift Consulting Services:

Sheila Maire Cormier entry submitted by Jamie Cormier

First Runner Up - $50 Gift Certificate for That Perfect Something Gift Consulting Services:

Laurane McGlynn entry submitted by Katie McGlynn

Seeking a volunteer to try Gift Shopping Companion Service for FREE

Friday, May 9, 2008

Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts

As promised here is our Last Minute Mother's Day Gift Guide. I decided to look for last minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas at our favorite department store Target. I found some great gifts - all under $100. We know that some of these gifts may not be in your local target, but we hope that you get some inspiration from the gifts that were chosen. Please listen to the audio of my shopping trip to Target below and check out the gifts I found.

That Perfect Something's Visit to Target