Friday, December 5, 2008

Now I'm Official!

Although I've been blogging since June 13th of this year, I knew that something was missing. I did not feel Official. Theresa from Take A Sentimental Journey gave me the tip I needed, and I found the magical item that will initiate me into Blogdom. Theresa suggested I try shopping at Ross. I knew where one was located, and not too far from me. Well, last Tuesday, I dragged Johnny along and off we went! Here's what we brought home.


Let's look inside the bag. Yes, it's a cloche! I am so thrilled that I can finally join the ranks of those who own a cloche. Now, I can fill it and post about it.

Here's how it looks now. I tossed some ornaments inside. I still need to tie a ribbon on, but it's a Christmas decoration! I'm so proud and happy. Thank you, Theresa.



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37 comments:

  1. BridgetDecember 5, 2008 at 7:07 AM

    I want one too! I didn't know that I'm "unofficial," : (

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  2. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaDecember 5, 2008 at 7:36 AM

    Good Morning, Sally! Congratulations on your Blogger Officialism, now! LOL! Great cloche and it looks wonderful filled with Christmas cheer. ~hugs, Rhonda :)

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  3. AnonymousDecember 5, 2008 at 8:15 AM

    Oh dang it I was trying to convince myself I really didn't need one and that I really didn't have a spot for one but just the name of it is drawing me. I didn't know till blogging they had a name. Cloche...
    You are putting the pressure on Sally!! Enjoy your nice new Cloche!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 5, 2008 at 8:20 AM

    Oh, Sallyness, woo hoo! You really are an official blogger now! Now you've got to look for a Marshall's - they're even better than Ross!! Love them cloches!! (notice my use of the English language). Now, thanks for coming by and I love your knowledge and your wit!!
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia ;)

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  5. Missy WertzDecember 5, 2008 at 8:53 AM

    You've been to Ross'! And you bought a cloche! Don't you just love that place? Like your new cloche.

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  6. squawmamaDecember 5, 2008 at 8:53 AM

    Holy Kamoly Sally... Isn't that just gorgeous... I love it... Do you think they come small enough for me to get one for Tassie... I want to be official too... BEAUUUUUtiful... Have a super day...

    (((HUGS)))
    Donna

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  7. Theresa @ Take A Sentimental JourneyDecember 5, 2008 at 9:08 AM

    Yippee Sally ! I am so glad you found one . Don't you just love Ross . And like Sheila said, check out Marshall's too. Here in my area T.J. MAxx is better than Marshall's. I think they are owned by the same people.

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  8. tammyDecember 5, 2008 at 10:17 AM

    Love it! I have a secret affair going on with Ross too.

    Thanks for all the comments lately. Now that I have a retired high school teacher reading some of my posts, I better watch my grammar!

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  9. BabaDecember 5, 2008 at 10:21 AM

    Hi Sally, your piece is beautiful, but why is it called a cloche?? I have never heard of that word...I am really missing out ...have to find myself a cloche....hugs, Baba

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  10. NeabearDecember 5, 2008 at 10:27 AM

    I must not be official either! I don't have one of those...what do you call them...oh cloches. Well I guess I will just have to find one at a Ross near me. There is not one in my town. But I know there is one not far from work. Guess I could check after work one day.

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  11. Dawn MarieDecember 5, 2008 at 10:30 AM

    Hello, I found my way here from Squawmama's. I did not know either we need to be official. I dont have that store around here. I will look it up and see how far one is.

    I love what you did with that jar. I have my first glass jar though this year and I filled it with fall stuff. I hate to empty it so its hiding.

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  12. SalmagundiDecember 5, 2008 at 10:38 AM

    There you go!! Congratulations on your officialdom. Guess I need to go shop at Ross. Sally

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  13. NannaDecember 5, 2008 at 10:52 AM

    Hi Sally, Thanks for stopping by, don't you just love when you find that perfect treasure although I was expecting a cloche to be a... no I wont say, ok laughter is the best medicine so guess I will....no can't do it...ok ok if I close my eyes maybe I can. I thought it was a....a purse! LOL LOL LOL
    Helen

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  14. Shimmy MomDecember 5, 2008 at 10:56 AM

    It looks beautiful. I don't have one, so you weren't alone. Can't wait to see what else you come up with.
    Have a great weekend.
    *hugs*

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  15. The Quintessential MagpieDecember 5, 2008 at 11:13 AM

    Sally, don't you just love Ross! I'm amazed at some of the deals I've gotten there. I love blue and white porcelan, and I've found some great pieces for not much money at all! It mixes well with better pieces, and I'm a happy camper because it's BLUE! :-)

    So glad you joined the club!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  16. AnonymousDecember 5, 2008 at 11:23 AM

    Is that what I have been needing!!! Wow thanks for letting me know!! LOL!! ((Who knew?))
    Your is very pretty!
    Diane

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  17. ColoradoladyDecember 5, 2008 at 12:56 PM

    Love it. Is that not a great store? My daughter and I love to go there, it is a bit crazy during the holidays, but we still love it.

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  18. The MuseDecember 5, 2008 at 1:17 PM

    LOL that is funny LOL
    Cute post...i am glad you are not skirting the lines of true BLOGGERDOM lol

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  19. AnonymousDecember 5, 2008 at 5:16 PM

    Now does it have to look like that, with a lid, cause I just bought a glass container and filled it with Christmas oranaments. Can I be official too?

    Love Ya,
    Chris

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  20. UnknownDecember 5, 2008 at 5:18 PM

    Hi Sally,
    You picked out a winner! My daughter almost bought a piece just like it but decided to wait til payday!

    Looks great the way you have it decorated.
    Diane

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  21. DawnDecember 5, 2008 at 5:21 PM

    I guess I'm not official yet! I don't own a cloche and I don't have a Ross near me :(

    I love the sparkle in your picture. Very pretty.

    take care,
    Dawn

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  22. artis1111December 5, 2008 at 5:33 PM

    I looks wonderful! Just another thing I need.. I shall put it on my list for Santa. Kathy

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  23. imjacobsmomDecember 5, 2008 at 5:34 PM

    Hi Sally, You've done your cloche proud. I haven't Christmas'd mine up yet. I haven't done a darn thing except my Dad's Christmas shopping. I still have to do my own! I'm sitting here with my fall stuff all over the place. Well, we do have some snow on the ground, so I am getting the spirit. Please stop on by and pick up a few things - Robyn

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  24. SalmagundiDecember 5, 2008 at 5:39 PM

    I husband received the book "Never Surrender" from your give away. He is already engrossed! Thanks. Sally

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  25. SalmagundiDecember 5, 2008 at 5:41 PM

    Meant to say "My husband". My mind is working faster (or slower) than my fingers. Sally

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  26. nikkicrumpetDecember 5, 2008 at 7:13 PM

    ummmm....I have been amongst those who didn't own a cloche...so I bought one a couple months ago so I could join the group lol. But I think what you have there is an apothocary jar. I thought a cloche was a base with a glass lid that covered it. I could be wrong....because I'm not like those ladies that have all the dishes and decorate all fancy schmancy. Of course I just went to Home Goods and bought my first ever Apothocary jar TODAY...or maybe it's a cloche...CRAP I'M SO CONFUSED!!!!

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  27. LindaDecember 5, 2008 at 8:55 PM

    I didn't realize these containers had a name. I'm always learning something new thru blogging. Your's looks lovely with the red Christmas balls.

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  28. AnonymousDecember 5, 2008 at 9:19 PM

    LOL! I don't have one, either. I used to have a small one filled with shells.

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  29. BridgetDecember 5, 2008 at 9:22 PM

    I have an award for you! : ) I just realized there was no fill-in today, is fill-in on holiday?

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  30. PicketDecember 5, 2008 at 10:35 PM

    Ohhhh weeee! You're bonifide now!!! lol lol I love the cloche...I never even knew what you call them until I joined blogland! lol I just called them glass domes! lol lol they look so pretty with the red balls in them! have a great weekend girl!

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  31. Anne FannieDecember 6, 2008 at 12:36 AM

    Hi Sally, so that's what those things are called! It looks really pretty but I have to ask, why isn't there BLUE round Christmas Ornaments in there?
    Love, Ann

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  32. Susie QDecember 6, 2008 at 1:42 AM

    I joined the ranks this Summer...: ) And yours is so pretty! I like the shape and what you did with it! Now, how do you feel to be *Official*?? *smile*

    Love,
    Sue

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  33. AnonymousDecember 6, 2008 at 3:45 AM

    Good morning Sally,
    When I saw Theresa's beautiful cloche it got me thinking about them too. I love yours. It's so pretty. Now you have to get one and fill it with blue ornaments for Blue Monday. I hope you have a wonderful day.

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  34. DarleneDecember 6, 2008 at 7:24 AM

    WOOHOO finally an apothecary jar!! You will LOVE it!!!

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  35. CathyDecember 6, 2008 at 10:40 PM

    Very pretty, Sally ~

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  36. all day (allen d)December 7, 2008 at 5:24 PM

    very nice Mom! the red bulbs look awesome!

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  37. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    I've seen a doche. Didn't know the name of this beautiful home accessory. I love the red balls in there. Very pretty.

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