Holiday Cards

So, I know some of you are probably reading the title of this post and thinking "she's crazy it's only November 3rd", but now is the time to start thinking about these things. I went and bought mine at Papyrus yesterday and used my Friends & Family code to get 30% off - (I'll share it here with you - to redeem online enter: SCFFNV and in stores just mention it and they will usually give you the discount - the sale only goes until Sunday, November 6). I like to buy a variety of cards so I have some for Christmas and some for my friends who don't celebrate Christmas (I'll share my selections with you soon).

Finding the time to get organized and get holiday cards out on time can get away from us all. Here is a time line that may help you stay on track!

1. Start compiling the list of people you would like to send to tonight. This will help you estimate how many cards you need to purchase or order. 
2. Purchase your cards at the latest 1 week from today - November 11th. If you are having cards made, dedicate this weekend to designing them and sending the copy out to your printer.
   
3. I like to using sealing wax on my envelopes, so I wait until I know what color the envelopes are to then purchase complimentary wax colors. (To find sealing wax and stamps go to a website such as Nostalgic Impressions or even Amazon).
   
4. Designate one night on each of the following 2 weekends to sit down and write your cards. I usually like to do this on a Sunday night - so I will be doing this Sunday, November 13th and Sunday, November 20th.
• This is the fun part! Pick a great holiday movie to have on in the background.
  Suggestions: Love Actually, White Christmas, the Family Stone.
• Choose a good bottle of wine to have on hand for the evening.
  Suggestions: Pol Roger Brut Réserve (runs about $35 in NYC), or Alamos Malbec (about $12 in NYC)
• Take your time, you don't have to write a novel to everyone, but make it thoughtful. 
5. Put them in the mail! I like to put mine in the mail the day before or after Thanksgiving - that way they get there in perfect timing and you have the rest of December to spend on other holiday fun! 

Champagne Words

Happy Thursday! So this day is not off to the best start. I got my flu shot yesterday and as a result have gotten really sick and I had a whole great post ready for this morning and apparently I didn't save it or something so all that work is gone. As work is a little crazy today this post will have to be short and sweet. As this blog is called Champagne Wishes, I thought I would leave you with some of my favorite quotes about Champagne. Cheers!

 "Come quickly, I'm tasting stars!"
     -  Dom Pierre Perignon, when he first tasted his newly created Champagne

"Too much of anything is bad, but too much Champagne is just right."
     -  Mark Twain

"He who doesn't risk, never gets to drink Champagne."

     -  Russian Proverb

"My only regret in life is that I did not drink more Champagne."

     -  John Maynard Keynes

"There comes a time in every woman's life when the only thing that helps is a glass of Champagne."

     -  Bette Davis

Wednesday Wishes

Happy Wednesday!!! I love the cold weather and holiday feeling that comes with November. I am trying my best not to completely jump into the Christmas spirit and pass Thanksgiving by completely. So here are some November Wednesday Wishes.

Sam Edelman "Pia" over the knee boots
(on sale now at Nordstrom!)

"Only Gold for Me" O.P.I. nail polish
(Sephora)

Faux Fur - Arctic Fox - Blanket
(Restoration Hardware)

A|wear Gold Trim Shift Dress
(Asos)

DAV Sale!!!

Hello Lovelies - I wanted to let you know that Dav is having a sale on ideeli today! This is where I purchased my Dav boots, and today they are on sale for only $29.99. I have had these rain boots for 3 years now and there are no rips, holes, or tears. They are by far the best pair of rain/snow boots I have ever owned. (I have mentioned them here and here). Head over to ideeli today to pick up your pair and comment to this post or email me at thechampagnewishes@gmail.com if you need an invitation to ideeli!

November is Here!!!

Happy November!!! The 1st of November always starts the holiday season for me, although this year I am going to try to hold off until a little bit later to listen to Christmas music. Here are some things I want to try this year for Thanksgiving.

These mini pumpkin pies are adorable, and so perfect to bring into work or to a cocktail party.

I love the idea of using pumpkins as candle holders (as seen here), they would be so
great to use with fall-colored candle sticks on the Thanksgiving table.
(image via Better Homes and Gardens)

I love the look of this centerpiece, but it could also be translated to a mantle piece or side table.
(image via Home...Be Inspired)

These fall piecrust cutters are so adorable and would be a fun change for our pies this year!
(Williams-Sonoma)