Personalized Christmas Cards

Personalized Christmas Cards questions and answers

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Q: How to personalize and make address labels in Microsoft Word?
I bought blank address labels to make return address labels for my Christmas cards. But, I can't figure out how to add a picture or graphic. Can someone help please!? :o)

A: This is a bit awkward, and there may well be a better way, but this should work. 1. Click in one cell of the table (one label). 2. Click the Table->Insert->Table menu item. 3. Set the Column count to 2 and the Row count to 1. 4. Click OK. 5. Put the picture in the left-hand cell and your name and address in the right-hand. 6. Turn off the borders for the tables, including the vertical line between the two cells. 7. When the format is the way you want it to be, copy and paste this mini-table into each of the other labels. Hope that helps.

Q: I work at a law firm, and I have 3 attorneys that I would like to get a gift for Boss's Day. What should I get?
They always get me something nice for Christmas and my birthday. I am short on cash, so it can't be anything elaborate. I have picked out personalized cards, and I would love to get them something to go with it. Any ideas ?!?!?

A: If you go to winecountrygiftbaskets.com There are price appropriate gifts for all occasions, and with timed delivery so you won't have to worry about getting it too late or too early. Try cookies, candies, coffee...et al. Nothing like bath or body products, that's too personal. A sweet treat is always a nice way to bid someone a nice wish.

Q: I'm doing a school project, have to make up a business....Help choosing a slogan??
Okay my business is a Christmas card company and what makes us special is that we design the card however you want it, we have an artist and everything, and we personalize the cards with the person's name inside, and write whatever you want inside....I need to know which slogan sounds better?? -"We personalize your holiday" -"We customize your holiday" -"We make your holiday personal." Or if anyone has any other suggestions? Thanks a lot!

A: How about "Have it your way" - oh wait, that's Burger King

Q: Why does a leftist organization like Starbucks hate the phrase "laissez faire"?
But have no problem with leftist catch phrases when you personalize their Starbucks card? More leftist hypocrisy, perhaps? **************************** Starbucks and 'Laissez Faire' By DAVID BOAZ April 7, 2008; Page A12 Laissez-faire. It's a policy that made Starbucks vastly successful. But don't try to put that phrase on a customized Starbucks Card. The cards are supposed be personalized to reflect customers' tastes and uniqueness. They are available in a range of colors, often given as gifts and used by regular customers who prefer to prepay for their java. But when my friend Roger Ream, president of the Fund for American Studies, received a Starbucks gift card for Christmas, he found there was a limit to how personalized a card could be. His card required him to customize it on the company's Web site. So he went to the site and requested that the phrase "Laissez Faire" be printed on his card. A few days later he was informed that the company couldn't issue such a card because the wording violated company policy. Starbucks's company policy is this: "We review each Card before printing it to make sure it meets our personalization policy. We accept most personalization requests, but we can't honor every one. Some requests may contain trademarks that we don't have the right to use. Others may contain material that we consider inappropriate (such as threatening remarks, derogatory terms, or overtly political commentary) or wouldn't want to see on Starbucks-branded products." Is the phrase "laissez-faire" threatening? Only to officious bureaucracy, I would think. So, it must be that the phrase is considered to be "inappropriate" by corporate Starbucks. But why should it be considered inappropriate? The phrase itself is an imperative. It's French for "leave us alone," more or less. And it comes to us through history as advice offered to Jean Baptiste Colbert, finance minister under the French King Louis XIV in the 17th century. Colbert is best known for his statement: "The art of taxation consists in so plucking the goose as to obtain the largest possible amount of feathers with the smallest possible amount of hissing." When Colbert asked a group of merchants, "What do you want from us?," the answer was, "laisser nous faire." "Laissez-faire" is, then, an old piece of economic advice with an impeccable French heritage. Maybe Starbucks considers the phrase inappropriate because it's "overtly political commentary"? Certainly my friend regards it as a firm statement of political philosophy. And so, at my suggestion, my friend went back to the Web site and asked that his card be issued with the phrase "People Not Profits." Bingo! Starbucks had no problem with that phrase, and the card arrived in a few days. I wondered just what the company's standards were. If "laissez-faire" is unacceptably political, how could the socialist slogan "people not profits" be acceptable? My assistant and I tried to get the company to explain its policy. We started by trying to purchase a card with the phrase "Laissez Faire," and were rejected as my friend had been. We then asked a company spokesperson why. He suggested that it might be because "laissez-faire" is a foreign phrase. That seemed possible and a reasonable precaution. So we tried another foreign phrase – "Si Se Puede," or "Yes we can." It's the United Farm Workers slogan, now adopted by Barack Obama's presidential campaign. That sailed right through. The senator's political campaign slogan was acceptable. We called again. Several spokespeople at Starbucks and at Arroweye, the company that actually creates personalized cards for Starbucks and other retailers, said that they couldn't be sure, but that the phrase was probably rejected because it is political. They explained that they would not allow a customer to print "McCain for President" or "Support the Democratic Party" on a Starbucks card. And they noted that they had rejected a request for "My coffee is a weapon." But fewer than 1% of card requests are rejected. They had no explanation as to how "People Not Profits" and "Si Se Puede" could be regarded as less political than "Laissez Faire." I'm still hoping that it was all a computer glitch, and that some day my latte-drinking, non-tax-hiking friends will be able to get their very own customized Starbucks gift card with "Laissez Faire" emblazoned on it – even if it does risk a sneer from the barista. Starbucks has prospered mightily in a free economy. For the most recent fiscal year, the company earned $672.6 million on revenue of $9.4 billion, a very healthy profit. And these days, in the wake of a California Superior Court judge's order that the company repay $100 million in back tips that were shared by shift supervisors, Starbucks honchos just might like a little less government intervention in their affairs and a little more laissez-faire. Mr. Boaz is executive vice president of the Cato Institute and the author of "The Politics of Freedom" (Cato Institute, 2008).

A: Hmmph. I'm outraged. Maybe we free market thinkers should start making a stink. It always works for the lefties when they take offense at something ridiculous. Of course, we'd have to figure out how to get the news cameras there from CNN and the like. Somehow I doubt they'd care.

Q: I am looking creative Christmas presents?
Crafts and cards, cheap easy stuff I can make. Crafts I can personalize, and not spend a lot of money on. Any ideas?

A: calendars with pictures, photos, a special theme you can personalize even coffee mugs with drawing a picture or nice decor on them (special mugs or at least special color) make some nice homemade cookies or candy and put them in a great tin

Q: Christmas Gifts for teenage friends?
Me and my friends are sophmores in Highschool. They are all girls. I need to get presents for 4 people. I don't want to just buy a cd or something, I want it to be sincere and as little cost as possible becuase I don't have alot of money. Here is what I am thinking of: Makeing Christmas goodies such as fudge, cookies, chocolate dipped pretzas, ect. And wrapping them in a shirt box with a card. The card will have a very personalized letter to each person in it. Then, since most of my friends are animal lovers and have alot of pets, I thought about making something like this: http://hsus.petfulfillment.com/productdetail.php?productid=1316 http://hsus.petfulfillment.com/productdetail.php?productid=1315 And writing From Shera, Christmas 2007 on the back. Would this be appreciated? Would you like if your friend took the time to do this? How would I package the ornaments?

A: Honestly YES, I would MUCH rather have and appreciate that gift idea than, say a bottle of perfume or a shirt. Everyone seems to get those kind of gifts and there is not much thought into those. I love everything about your idea and the ornaments are adorable. I also think your friends will really appreciate them too!*(I even 'Bookmarked' the cat ornament so I'll be able to make it as well!) =)

Q: christmas gifts.. stocking?
my boyfriend is 20 years old, turning 21 in 4 months.. we've been together for 10 months now.. he's into cooking, a little bit in electronics and gadgets, totally not in the fashion dept, and nothing about cars and sports.. i don't want to buy him anything too expensive, and too cheap.. well, i was planning on giving him the ipod classic before he told me he already bought a zune.. so now, i think i'm just gonna give him a christmas stocking.. i need help with what i can put inside.. i'm thinking of putting a new wallet (since the one he has now is almost garbage), some chocolate or candies (since he has a sweet tooth), and maybe some of those "love cards" i found online (http://www.links2love.com/cards/love_credit_cards.htm).. what else can i put inside? **i'm trying to stay away from anything personalized coz i want to give him something really special for our anniversary..** oh.. and he's really into fishing too.. i mean i understand, it's addicting..lolz but if that helps, then.. and please, nothing sexual..

A: give him what evry man wants love, food and a romantic everlasting night

Q: What should I get my best friend/cousin for Christmas?
She's 13, but she's more mature than her age. She loves blingage, (: haha like gold charm necklaces, and like the hip hop typa style. What else .. well yeah she doesn't really have any sport hobbies, but I know for me, shes getting sooomething nice, I already know, but since I'm already late to get anything personalized, I wanna give her a really good great gift for Christmas (: She's my 2nd cousin or something like that, but basically like my best friend. She has alot of things, but I really don't wanna get her gift cards, or anything "homemade" since I know it's something from the heart, but because I'd feel like it's a bad-ish present.

A: Jewellery Engraved Bracelet or necklace with her name on it Take her out for shopping, see what she likes, watch a movie or a gift card to her favorite shop take her out on a "girl's day" where you get manicures, pedicures, facials, etc lol Make a Scrapbook- You could start the first few pages for her with your favorite pictures, and then let her fill up the rest. Scrapbooks are really fun to make and you could even make the pages together so both of you can have some fun! clothes, accessories, jewelry, shoes if you know her size, you could also get her something cute to go in her bedroom like i decorative pillow.... if you know she loves something (lets say she likes to write) get her a journal. perfume electronics Hoped I Helped

Q: Christmas gift for my mother?
Okay, so I have one gift, but I'm just about out of ideas. I've already done the clothes, shoes, candy, flowers, cards, cook ware, Bath and Body works, gift baskets, jewelry, and a couple of years ago, I got her a personalized Bible. So I got her a nice watch this year, but I need something else. My mother has always been big on Christmas, and even if I got her a soda pop, she'd think the world of it. lol She's not big on expensive gifts. She prefers down to Earth gifts that are from the heart. So I need something that is Super, yet is not too flashy and sends the basic message of Merry Christmas. Thank you.

A: Get her something that helps her try something new...like pottery lessons or art lessons...maybe some kind of dance class...it's different and it adds something to her life....

Q: Christmas ideas for 19 year old boyfriend of 2 years?
I don't want to give gift cards or crazy romantic sex. Please help! Price range up to $300. Hates massages No video games/magazines Hates to read Doesn't watch many movies (and I already have a Blockbuster online subscription, so no movies) Loves to surf and snowboard, but has already bought everything he could possibly need/want to do both Doesn't need anything music related Doesn't have a fave sports team Doesn't want any type of jewelry Doesn't know what he wants for Christmas Already: Has iPod/GPS/sound system in his car Has a nice watch/cologne Saw his favorite band in concert and he's not that into sporting events Get him a new shirt or jacket every holiday Went to Build a Bear The only big thing that I can think of him needing is a new cell phone, so I'm considering that, but it's something his parents will probably get him anyways, and it's not very personal. I also might do the personalized soap idea, or do something with pictures, but are there any other ideas out there?

A: Maybe make him a photobook or keychain with both of you on it ,lots of things to make at shutterfly.com

Q: What to get my crush for christmas...?
ok so theres a guy that ive been good friends with for quite some time, but now im starting to fall for him and i think he likes me too. we made a deal that i would get him a christmas gift if he got me one. so i want to get him something that is something he likes but doesnt just have a friends vibe to it, i want to add a cute and personalized touch to it that will show how i feel. he is really into sports so i was thinking of getting him like a tshirt of some kind and then getting him a mini soccer or basketball and signing it and using it as almost like a card. any thoughts on this idea?

A: i think u should get him that if he is in to sports.

Q: Helpless Romantics: What is the best Christmas gift you could...?
What is the best Christmas gift you could give your loved one. My fiance loves travelling but we are both finishing up college and are poor, so that doesnt seem in the cards. We live in upstate NY. Do you know of any romantic getaways for the weekend? --OR-- Something romantic to give? I have done (what seems like) everything in the past...a box of favors for him to pick from, romantic surpise picnics and candle lit dinners, personalized cd of our songs, etc. etc. I need something DIFFERENT. 10 pts. to the best answer!

A: Make a list of things that both of you have not done...it can be big things or little things. For example: 1. Try Sushi. 2. Go snowboarding. 3. Participate in a charity event. 4. Skydive. 5. Go wine tasting. Etc. Make a list and then pick a couple to do each week. It will help build your relationship and keep things different. For Christmas try getting him one big gift instead of a bunch of smaller ones that have less meaning. Last year I got my boyfriend a white gold chain with his sports team. He loves it and wears it everyday! Or a PS3...expensive but he will get a lot of use out of it. It depends on who you are with. If he is a fitness finatic, you could buy his boxing lessons or sessions with a personal trainer. Good luck!

Q: What are some thoughtful Christmas gifts I can give my friends?
I don't want to spend much money. Last year I bought tins and made cookies, chocolate covered pretzals, and chocolate covered peanut buter crackers. They seemed to like that. Then the couple of years before I bought cards and wrote a personalized letter inside each on and gave them money. Should I do the goodie tins again? I would have: Chocolate Covered Pretzals No Bake Cookies Macadamia Nut or Chocolate Chip Cookies Chocolate Covered Penut Butter Crackers What else should I include and would you like this if a friend gave it to you?

A: Homemade goodies are a wonderful idea. I would be honored if someone went to the trouble to make ME such a collection of treats. I'm in Wisconsin, please feel free to send a tin my way!

Q: Does anyone know where I can find a christmas letter background?
Hello! I have heard about the many different cards you can pay for to be written as if they are from Santa. However they claim to personalize them but i don't know what is more personal than a card written by a close loved one to a little girl or boy who believes in Santa. So instead of having to pay a couple bucks to get a card written by a company and having it sent to my house I have decided to write my own card and do the rest as well. I've noticed that in the samples for most of the cards they have some sort of background behind the writing and I think that it makes the card seem more authentic. Does anyone know where I can find thos backgrounds for free(online)? Examples: http://www.windhill.com/santa/images/letter_new.jpg http://www.bednarcik.com/Books/santa-1.jpg http://www.givechristmasmagic.com/images/santa_letter_sample4.jpg http://beeastarpersonalizedbooks.com/Novelties/Christmas/Santa_Letter_1.JPG http://www.elitedesignweb.com/IMAGES/santa1.jpg I really prefer the ones when there actually is something behind it and I have found one background but all it has is a candy cane in a corner and the rest is white. Thank you so much and Merry Christmas!

A: This isn't free, but I found a nice selection of papers at Staples. They're only about $4.00 a pack, and some of them are even scented with cinnamon or pine. You can write the letter yourself, choose a fancy font, and print it out. Good Luck, and Merry Christmas!

Q: are you a redneck.......?
one of my friends sent me this. I though it was funny, if you think its funny then star it. :) YOU KNOW YOU'RE A REDNECK IF.... Your richest relative buys a new house and you have to help take the wheels off. You've ever used lard in bed. You think potted meat on a saltine is a hors d'oeuvre. There is a stuffed possum mounted any where in your home. You consider a six pack of beer and a bug zapper quality entertainment. Your mother doesn't remove the Marlboro from her lips before telling the State trooper to "kiss my Ass". The primary color of your car is "Bondo". Directions to your house include: "turn off the paved road". You honestly believe women are turned on by animal noises and seductive tongue gestures. Your family tree does not fork. Your wifes hairdo has ever been ruined by a ceiling fan. You've ever hollered "Rock the house, Bubba!" during a piano recital. Your mother has ever been involved in a fistfight at a high school sports event. You've ever barbecued SPAM on the grill. The neighbors started a petition over your Christmas lights. Your brother-in-law is also your uncle. You have refused to watch the Academy Awards since Smokey and the Bandit was snubbed for best motion picture. The rear tires on your car are twice as wide as the front ones. You prominently display a gift in your house that you bought at Graceland. You consider Outdoor Life deep reading. Your mother keeps a spit-cup on the ironing board. You've ever worn a tube top to a wedding. The most common phrase you hear at a family reunion is: "What are you looking at, shithead?" You think beef jerky and Moon Pies are two of the major food groups. You think Campho-phenique is a miracle drug. You have more than two brothers named Bubba and Junior. You father encourages you to quit school when Larry announces an opening on the lube rack. You think Volvo is a part of the female anatomy. You think that the styrofoam cooler is the greatest invention of all time. You have a rag for a gas cap. You had a toothpick in your mouth when you had your wedding picture taken. Your lifetime goal is to own a fireworks stand. You have a "Hefty bag" for a passenger side window on your car. Your house doesn't have any curtains - but your truck does. Your front porch collapses and kill more than three dogs. You consider your license plate "personalized" because your father made it. After making love, you have to ask your date to roll down the window. You have a picture of Willie Nelson or Johnnie Cash over your fireplace. You still have an 8-track tape player in your car or house. Your idea of safe sex doesn't include anyone else. You have ever bar-be-qued hamburgers at the drive-in theater. You liked the velvet picture of Elvis that someone in a van sold you beside the highway better than anything you saw at an art show or museum. You own more than three shirts with cut-off sleeves. You have ever driven down the road with your seat belt hanging out of the door making sparks. You have ever spray-painted your girlfriend's name on an overpass. Someone asks to see your ID, and you show them your belt buckle. Your dog and your wallet are both on a chain. You owe the taxidermist more than your annual income. You have ever lost a tooth opening a beer bottle. Jack Daniels is on your list of most admired people. You see no need to stop at a rest stop because you have an empty milk jug in the car. Your dog can't watch you eat without gagging. You have ever had to scratch your sister or girlfriend's name out of the message "For a good time, call _______." Red Man chewing tobacco sends you a Christmas card. You bought a VCR because wrestling comes on while you're at work. Your dad walks to school with you because you're both in the same grade. You view the next family reunion as a great chance to meet a woman. Your wife has a beer gut, and you think it's attractive. You have ever signed a petition to have the national anthem changed to "Free Bird." You call your boss "Dude." You have ever been fired from a construction job because of your appearance. You need one more hole punched in your card before you get a freebie at the "House of Tattoos." You get an estimate from the barber before he cuts your hair. You look like Willie Nelson after you get your hair cut. You own more cowboy boots than sneakers. You've ever worn a cowboy hat to church. You have sunglasses that are mirrored on the inside. You think BMW are the call letters for a radio station. You wear a belt buckle that weighs more than three pounds. You've ever been to a funeral or wedding where there were more pickup trucks than cars. Your all-time favorite movie is "Cannonball Run." You have any relatives named "Elmer" or "Jed." Your girlfriend thinks the way you pick your nose is cute. You wish your house looked like the one on the beginning of "Beverly Hillbil

A: dat is wel 2 long 2 read make it shorter