Pitcher

Back in May, I won this pitcher from Rachel. I have taken pictures of it in use, but I can't find my camera right now. I'll post them another day when I find it and I post on a couple of our patio parties.

Here are the claims: This 1-quart super-durable pitcher won't scratch, and is dishwasher safe. Because of how its made, it will keep its contents either warmer or cooler longer than any other pitchers - which makes it great for my favorite drink, margaritas!! This is such a cute pitcher, it would be great for display even when you're not using it.

I ordered the pitcher in the blue. It only took around 2 weeks to arrive, which surprised me since it was being shipped to me in Canada. That's a fast delivery!

The pitcher is super cute! I was a little skeptical - how can a PITCHER keep your drinks extra cool and extra warm?

In the summer, I tried it out with cold drinks several times. I have to say, it works like a charm. I've used it to keep white wine chilled for longer, to serve lemonade, punch, and even plain ol' water. I found that it kept the drinks cooler than my other pitchers. I have 2 other pitchers, and there were a couple occasions where I had enough people over that I had different drinks in three pitchers at onceThere was one big downside to this pitcher. It only held 1 quart (which is about 1.5 L or 6 cups). Not enough when you have guests over!

In late August, I also decided to test out its ability to keep warm drinks warm. I brewed hot tea using the pitcher as a tea pot. Seriously. I did in mostly on a whim to test out the claim! And, I was surprised - it actually worked. It kept the tea pretty warm - almost as warm as a proper tea pot. Seriously!

So, if anyone needs a pitcher, seriously consider this pitcher from CSN. If you're going to use it to serve many people, consider getting two. :)

Who doesn't love a contest?

Who doesn't love a contest? :)

Oh, I'm back from my 3 1/2 weeks away for work after 1 1/2 weeks. I'll post on that another time, as well as my thoughts on Northern Ontario and Polar Bear Provincial Park (no, I didn't see any polar bears).

But back to the contest.

My friend, Jane, who blogs about the two things nearest and dearest things, her son Noah who left this world far too soon, and her daughter Charlotte, who's almost 11 months old. I've known Jane since we were in grade 7 or 8, but I really got to know her in high school. Jane is a lovely woman who married her high school sweetheart. In honour of her 50th follower, she is having a fun contest from Small Bird Studio.



Go visit either of Jane's blogs (the contest is here) and have a look at her contest! :)

something something ... in Margaritaville

Rachel at Girl Learning Along the Way hosted a giveaway for this amazing pitcher. It is insulated to keep cold things cold or hot things hot. And I won!

The lovely pitcher arrived yesterday, just in time for our pool opening. (I'll try to take pictures while singing about Margaritaville!)

By the way, if you want decorating or gardening ideas or just general inspiration, Rachel's blog is my favourite. She's also on Elizabeth Anne Designs with great DIY and decorating tips.

So ... you have mere hours to enter!

You have probably already heard about Professional Bridesmaid's (who I often refer to as Pro 'Maid, or just PM) super-duper amazing giveaway: a personalized address stamp from Barbara Kua Calligraphy. If you haven't heard, you should go check it out now!