The December is Here Giveaway!
It’s December you guys!!! What that means is that I need to get my butt in gear and start some shopping. To kick the month off and put me in the holiday spirit, I’m going to do a little gift giving to you, my readers!
I’ve got a brand spankin’ new Calphalon Electric Panini Grill ($99.95 value) that one lucky person will be making some toasty sandwiches on very soon. I need a little help coming up with some great ideas for the loved ones on my gift list, so I’m reaching out to you for assistance.
~Contest Closed~
The winner is:
#150 Jennifer O.
To Enter:
Leave me a comment with a fantastic gift idea! It can be for a male, female, young or old. It can be creative or practical, something you own yourself or something you’d personally love to receive. If possible, please share a link to the item so I can see exactly what it is!
That’s the only mandatory part for entry, so be sure to do that. You can also increase your chances to win with bonus entries. Note- you must leave a separate comment for each:
- On Twitter, follow me (@betheats), tweet the following and come back here to tell me you did so: Kick off December by winning a Calphalon panini grill from @betheats! http://bit.ly/sZgCiH
- “Like” Eat. Drink. Smile. on Facebook, then come back here and tell me you did so. If you already “like” me, just say so! Please leave your first name and last initial so it can be verified.
Contest ends on Monday, December 5th at Noon CST. Once the winner is chosen, I’ll contact them via email and will post it here on the blog. If the winner doesn’t respond within 48 hours, I’ll be forced to choose another, so be sure to check your email!



Oh my gosh. I love this panini grill. WANT!
I found thes awesome NFL mr. Potato heads on amazon. They have every team and would be perfect for a sports lover.
This year I’m giving all of the iPhone-owning ladies in my life the Michael Kors iPhone wristlet, shown here: http://www.michaelkors.com/p/MICHAEL-Michael-Kors-MICHAEL-Michael-Kors-iPhone-Wristlet-Metallic-Gold-Small-Leather-Goods/prod10280007/
I own one and it is my life – my id, cards and phone in one easy package!
I’m really loving the yazoo gift pack with pint glasses!
i just bought my mom an new Ott Light so that she can see better when she does her quilting.
I’m getting my beer-loving brother this at home tap. http://www.crateandbarrel.com/kitchen-and-food/specialty-appliances/krups-beertender/s135961
He’s growing up and this will add a little class to his new house!
If you’re feeling generous, the kindle fire would be a great gift!
31 bags are on my give away list!
31 bags are on my give away list! They are so useful!
I liked you on facebook! That panini maker is gorgeous!
I really hope someone gets YOU one of these arm cushions to go on your baby carrier. No one told me about these so I went without for a little while, but having one makes a huge difference!
http://www.amazon.com/Little-Luxe-Infant-Handle-Cushion/dp/B004NYB1IY
I got my fiance a zoom teeth whitening treatment!
All the ladies in my life will be getting Sabika necklaces and earrings! I don’t know a single lady that doesn’t like a little bling;) http://www.sabika-jewelry.com
I followed you on twitter! @rfonville
I followed you on facebook! You have an awesome site! I’m so glad that I found it and I can’t wait to try some new recipes! A panini grill would be a great addition to my kitchen:)
I’m making homemade gift baskets this year.. and honestly, I’d love to receive homemade gift baskets. Buuuut, I’d also love a panini press, my husband LOVES paninis and a press would be so nice!
I like you on fb :)
I love giving homemade hot chocolate mixes in decorative bags–plus adding little extras like crushed peppermint or mini marshmallows. Then all the recipient has to do is pour the mix into some hot milk, and voila! Instant winter comfort. :)
I already like you on facebook
I’m giving lots of magazine subscriptions to my favorite food magazines this year. And photo books of the kids for the grandparents.
Best gift for new babies or kids- I See Me! personalized books. Great quality and always a hit!
I think a gift card to the new Container Store is a good gift.
Any of the “Bar & Entertaining” items here would make great gifts, and some can be personalized! http://www.redenvelope.com/
I totally liked your page… like a lot. and on Facebook. :)
And I tweeted it too. https://twitter.com/#!/supercoolstephy/status/142301086408126464
Followed you & tweeted about it…
…and liked you on FB!
I follow you on Twitter, and I tweeted the giveaway! (@chipchiphooray)
Best gift idea for my bestie something I’m planning on making actually. I’m making homemade syrup for coffee. She’ll love the homemadeness of it and the Starbucks coffee that comes with it.
And I liked you on Facebook (as Tara P). :)
One great gift idea that I’m looking to get my best friends from college, is a photo calendar with old photos from college. That way we can remember how much fun we had together!
I am all about DIY this year! I’m “making” this homemade jalapeno vodka for a friend this year! http://www.realsimple.com/holidays-entertaining/gifts/homemade-holiday-gifts-00000000024318/page14.html
I tweeted! @miss_fish1
Thinking about getting a couples massage for christmas! Gifts for each other :)
Personal Christmas tree ornaments are the best gifts.
I follow you on Twitter (@BakeYourDay)
I love to give cute tote bags! Whether it’s for my friends who just need an oversided bag for shopping or for the jet setters in my life who can always use a cute bag for their travels, it’s one of my favorites. This year, I’m getting ones from Ballard Designs, which are super affordable: http://www.ballarddesigns.com/icon-tote/218791
Good luck with the holiday shopping!
Like you on Facebook – Christina V.
Also posted on Twitter – Christina V.
Digital picture frame for your parents. especially with a baby on the way and you will probably be taking pictures daily. Also, include a memory card as well.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-DPF-D95-9-Inch-Backlit-Digital/dp/B0041686QY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1322765889&sr=8-1
follow on fb
Would love to win this! And I like you on Facebook already. :)
I followed you on twitter and liked you on FB !
Funny you should offer because I just happen think a Panini Grill is a perfect Christmas gift!
I liked you a while back on FB… Love your posts!
And, now I follow you on Twitter.
your cheerful FB page makes my day~ i love to eat, love to drink(wine) and love to smile also : ) ~ ALL i am really wishing for this Christmas is to be surrounded with family, friends, sharing laughs,& making memories ( although i could use that panini grill to make us some awesome food to share~ thats what its all about, isn’t it)~ May you be surrounded with PEACE & JOY this holiday season<3
I am doing Groupons this year! It is such a great way to get someone something that may have been out of your budget! http://www.groupon.com/ch/grouponicus/deals/gx-chimpsy-12
I got this one for my sister!
I also like you on FB and posted on Twitter! Love your site!
Something lovely lavendar from Thistle Farms, a nonprofit that supports women that have survived violence, prostitution, and addiction:
http://store.thistlefarms.org/