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Sweet End of Year Savings
| Still searching for last minute gift items? You may be running out of time but you need not go very far or spend too much effort in crowded stores. Single Edition lined up a fabulous assortment of flowers, chocolates, wine and other fun traditional holiday classics that you can send at the click of a button. These special savings will make the process a whole lot merrier. Just remember that to secure your discounts you will need the right codes, so be sure to register here (it’s free) as a Single Edition member. Happy Shopping! |
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Red Envelope has an inventory of classic and unique gifts, and this season there is so much more from which to choose - think friendship rings and inspiration bracelets for her and a monogrammed leather excursion case or hidden message collar stays for men. Plus, you will save 10% on all orders, 15% on purchases that are more than $80 and $20% if you spend in excess of $125. What are you waiting for! |
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A gourmet wine and cheese gift board set or California Wine Tour in a box will please any oenophile or corporate client. Whether they prefer Cabs to Merlot or Pinot Blanc to Chardonnay, you will find just the right gourmet gift basket or wine gift sets on Wine.com while saving 5% on all those purchases. |
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Craftswoman extraordinaire Martha Stewart teamed up with 1-800 Flowers to deliver designer floral arrangements like no other. This season, save a whopping 15% on Holiday flowers and gift items from Ms. Martha herself. |
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Brownies, cakes, cookies and fudge, oh my!! When it comes to the holidays somehow the sweetest things make the best sentiments. These delicious treats and more are all available at Chocolate.com, plus you will save 10% on all of your holiday purchases. |
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Feeling naughty and not so nice? Jimmy Jane is a one stop shopping solution with a line of upscale adult toys that are sure to make someone smile. For a limited time only, you will receive a FREE Little Ember Candle Set with your order of $150. Now that’s setting the mood for someone special! |
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If there is such a thing as "high" chocolate, Vosges defines it. Champagne infused truffles and bonbons crafted by luxury designer Jonathan Adler are in vogue this season and they taste as good as they look. The best part is you save 15% on $100 or more purchases! |
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A wine of the month club is a not a one-time gift but one that can be enjoyed well into the New Year. Save $10 on any 3 or 6 Month Wine Club from My Wines Direct + $0 shipping now through December 31st! |
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The rewards program will be updated on a monthly basis and we will keep adding discounts that are relevant to single people to help you get the benefits you deserve and make smarter purchases. In order to view these discounts, we ask simply that you fill out a form to become a registered member of Single Edition – this will make it easier for us to manage the program in the long run.
So without further ado, the following is a list of some of this week’s specials. If you want to sign up to get these special rewards, please visit the Discount section of our website and you will be prompted accordingly. We hope you enjoy them and have a very Happy Holiday season! And as always, if you have any feedback or ideas that you think will help our efforts, please feel free to send a note to
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Traveling by rent-a-car can add up over holiday long weekends. If you’re planning to hit the road for Christmas or New Years, . Budget Car Rental will give you a 10% discount this season. |
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FootPetals: Pedicures in the winter can be a chilling experience, but finally there is a solution to polishing your toes anytime and keeping your feet warm and perfectly pampered all day, every day! Socklettes from Footpetals are great for the girl on the go! Now, with every online order you will receive a FREE pair of rose Sexy Socklettes. |
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Sandra Sea has signed on with Single Edition to help solo professionals optimize and get their careers back on track. This Single Career Coach is now offering a unique report, free for Single Edition members, which will show you how to Communicate with Power and Influence to Achieve Unlimited Success. Download your copy today! |
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December is the busiest time of year and if you have no time to cook this season, let someone else do it for you!? Thanks to the folks at Magic Kitchen, Single Edition members can enjoy 10% off all Meal Plans from now until December 31st, 2009. Now you can treat yourself to gourmet, delicious meals delivered right to your doorstep. |
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Are you planning a single’s get together? Tea Forte has a new line of cocktail infusions which are fabulous for holiday entertaining. Add some flavor to your Cosmos, Margaritas and other Cocktails and save $6 on three boxes of any Tea Forte Cocktail Infusions. |
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Our editors discovered and fell in love with Tara’s Kits and now luckily you can save 10% off any one of these fun gift boxes. Products include The Break-Up Kit, The Lazy Birdwatcher Kit and the Urban Gardener Kit, which are all wonderful gift ideas for the holidays. |
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If you’re a beauty buff who’s addicted to samples and cosmetic giveaways, then consider Clinique.com. They are offering Single Edition readers, a shimmering silvery tote FREE with any $49.50 online purchase while supplies last. Functionalab, the trendy and chique vitamin shop, pe is giving away power packed health drops on special orders plus free shipping. |
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Carmel Bby-Tthe-Ssea is a paradise for artistic souls. If you’re looking for a relaxing and creative retreat, a 3 day painting workshop may be the perfect getaway. Thanks to the founders, Single Edition members will receive a 10% discount if you sign up for one of these creative safaris.safaris. |
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For the solo parent or pet owner who needs a helping hand, Sitter City is a service you can rely on. So enjoy the holidays, take a break and save 15% with Sitter City until December 31st. |
10 Holiday Party Primers ...
| Thanksgiving kicks-off the final countdown of the year reminding us that we have officially survived another 365 days of being single. First comes the turkey dinner surrounded by family members giving thanks to their significant others. Shortly after is the scene of kissing under the mistletoe and fireplaces burning for two. Then the hugs and embraces from lovers ringing in a New Year takes place as the clock tolls midnight. It’s hard being alone when couplehood seems to be the prerequisite for the holiday season. | ![]() |
1) Deck the Halls
Don’t let being single keep you from decorating your home. Make it a festive event by inviting friends, family and while you’re at it, that handsome single who just moved to your block. If you don’t know your neighbors, there’s no time better than the present.
2) Feliz Navidad
How about a Christmas vacation? We’re not talking about National Lampoon’s adventure, although that would be a good movie to throw in the DVD for a quick pick-me-up. We’re talking about giving yourself a holiday gift by signing up for a trip. Search for a travel company or cruise line that offers vacation packages for single seniors. Ringing in the holidays with others in a similar situation will help you feel anything but alone.
3) Make a List, Check it Twice
Instead of feeling stressed out by the madness of traffic and crowds, shop online this year for the gifts and hit the stores to find your partner. Yes, that’s right. During the holidays, you can find deep discounts and free shipping online and with extra time on your hands, you can browse the mall for eligible singles that need shopping help.
4) All I Want for Christmas…
When people ask you what you want for Christmas this year, tell them, you’d like their help in finding a date. There’s no cost required, no shopping necessary and no long lines.
5) Home for the Holidays
Host a holiday party at your home and ask your friends to bring one or two people whom you’ve never met. To keep costs minimal, ask them to bring a bottle of wine, or a hot or cold food dish to eat. Opening your home to others at this time of the year gives you a new opportunity to meet people and if you’re shy, it gives you an excellent excuse to be friendly and outgoing.
6) Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree
Graciously accept as many party invitations as you can handle without feeling overloaded. If you’re single, never attend with a date. Take the invitation as a potential way to meet someone new. Bringing clingy Carl to an event decreases your chance of finding Mr. or Mrs. Right.
7) Make it a Miracle for Others
This year has been economically hard for many families. If you’re single and looking for a way to give back, donate your time to those who are less fortunate. You can help collect gifts for children at Toys for Tots, volunteer in a soup kitchen for the homeless, deliver food to the needy, or Christmas carol at a nursing home. It may not bring you closer to meeting someone directly but it will open your heart even further for when the right person does come along.
8) Give yourself a Gift
If you don’t have the money or time to go away this year during the holidays, treat yourself to a vacation-like experience at home. Hire a housekeeper for a day, bring the laundry to the local press and fold, find a stylist to help you shop for a new outfit, spend the day at a spa, make a reservation or order pick-up at your favorite restaurant, or hire a chauffer to drive you around town for the day. You don’t need to travel to get the pleasure you deserve within close proximity of your home.
9) Homemade Holiday
Spend the season baking, or making something special for those who have helped you through the year. Bake your favorite holiday press cookies, roll up some powdered sugar snowballs, or hand paint Christmas ornaments. Give your homemade items to the people in your area who you appreciate such as the local hair salon, the dry cleaner, the auto repair shop, or your local church.
10) Bah humbug!
Most of all, don’t despair; the year isn’t over yet. Take it from someone who was single for more than five years before meeting the right man online. Interestingly, the relationship began in December at the height of Christmas tree decorating and shopping. The holiday season attracts happy spirits and warm thoughts, offering more opportunity for meeting someone special than any other time of the year.
Most of all, don’t despair; the year isn’t over yet. Take it from someone who was single for more than five years before meeting the right man online. Interestingly, the relationship began in December at the height of Christmas tree decorating and shopping. The holiday season attracts happy spirits and warm thoughts, offering more opportunity for meeting someone special than any other time of the year.
Lori Bizzoco is a writer, journalist and blogger living in Brooklyn, NY. She is working on her memoir-in-progress, Single to Baby.
Just for One Holiday ...
| Stressed about finding the perfect present for a pal who’s on the prowl, a sister or brother who is flying solo for the season or a suddenly single office mate? No need to panic. You’re about to get your hands on the Single Edition Just for One Gift Guide for 2009. The only comprehensive shopping list filled with whimsical, wishful and useful items that will satisfy every single person in your life. | ![]() |
A word to the wise before you delve any further: these gift item suggestions can also be passed along to friends and family who somehow still have no clue what to get you this holiday season – just think of us as a registry or wish list and use it to prod people to get you something you deserve and might actually want.
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SinglePup® Doggie Tees: From the makers of the SingleTease now come flirty little tees for those furry friends in the family. With slogans like “Don't make me beg (for your #)” and “Pet me (if you're single)”, this line of doggy duds is perfect for a pet loving pal who is always on the prowl. There are a total of 6 messages from which to choose and sizes to suit canines ranging from small to double extra large.
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Pop Pizzaz: A picture paints a thousand words especially if it’s a personalized art portrait. Pop Pizzazz, a new company out of Montreal, delivers gallery quality images to you in 3 simple steps. Simply upload a favorite photo and they will transform it into an eclectic painting based on the style you choose. A psychedelic, cartoon, retro pop or Warhol wall hanging is a unique and fun holiday expression for anyone. |
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The Pleasure of Cooking For One: It may have been the year of memorable Julia Child moments but her legendary editor Judith Jones, now 85 years old, has become a sensational solo spotlight. This compilation of tips and recipes takes single diners from supermarket to stove, teaching them the techniques and joys of cooking for one. Beautifully printed, user-friendly and with a warm and personal tone, this is a truly special gift for any foodie, cooking enthusiast or fast food/take-out junkie looking to change their eating habits in the New Year. |
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Break-Up Ice Cream Pack: Ice cream is truly the single guy or gal’s best friend post break-up. These pints of delicious gourmet ice cream flavors, by eCreamery, are each named with a special Break-Up title, making them the perfect pick me up for the suddenly single friend. Flavor and Titles include: "Chocolate Makes it Feel Better" - Chocolate with Fudge Swirls and Brownie Bites, "Love Bites" - Cinnamon with Caramel Swirls & Pecans, "Single is Sweeter" - Cake Mix with a Candy Explosion and "Recent Breakup Rx" - Cookies & Cream. |
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XPerienceDays: Bestow an adventurous, decadent or indulgent experience to anyone on your gift list! From drag car racing and golf lesson with a PGA pro to Pole Dancing lessons and Beauty makeovers, there are hundreds of unique activities from which to select, each of which will leave a very memorable impression. |
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Bottoms Up Mug: Though they originated and previously sold mostly across the pond, our editors spotted Chef Jamie Oliver’s clever “Bottoms Up” mug at a local Barnes and Nobles. The bold “I’m Single” message send a clear message to premium java junkies, hopefully giving them an ice breaker or something to talk about. If you’re lucky enough to snag one, this makes a great stocking stuffer for your favorite coffee shop loafer or an eager to settle and/or get down office mate.
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Offensive + Delightful: Why get someone customized greeting cards when you can get a 6 pack of purely Offensive and Delightful ones for your favorite bitch or bad ass buddy. There’s a broad selection of greetings to choose from, but according to our editors, “Bad Ass Mother Fucker,” and “You Are Fucking Fabulous” top the list. A great little stocking stuffer or first night of Chanukah present. |
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The Working Guy's Survival Kit: For the guy who’s always on the go or at his desk, relief is close at hand. The Working Guy's Survival Kit by Mr. and Mrs. is an all-inclusive emergency set which includes 20 must-have grooming and personal care products that will help male professionals avoid mishaps from daytime to playtime. |
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Cunnilingus Expert Kit: Okay, so this one may not be for your nephew, brother or someone’s college son but any other bachelor in your life would appreciate this sex learner’s kit. Courtesy of Babeland. the comprehensive package includes the best-selling Ultimate Guide to Cunnilingus, a vibrating Orchid G, lickable oil, Sliquid Green Apple lube and vanilla-scented Dental Dams. Plus batteries and Afterglow clean-up wipes. Wrapped in a bright blue box and tied with a ribbon. |
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Boyfriend Break-up Kit: Theme based all-you-need packs are making a comeback this season and Tara’s Kits are a keeper. The new to market break-up kit includes everything but the kitchen sink to cheer a blubbering gal pal up after a break-up. Here’s what you get when you peek inside: Run Loser Run T-shirt, Handmade voodoo doll with stick pin included, The Break-Up Journal, plus an ice cream scoop. And of course, instructions on how to safely burn the stuff your ex left behind. |
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The Wedding Ring Coffin: If you are looking to spread a little humor this holiday season, the Wedding Ring Coffin may be just the gag gift you need. Made of solid wood with dark glossy mahogany finish, the wedding ring coffin will let someone you care about put a broken marriage to rest and start living their life again. |
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The Ah Ring: A power statement that any woman will adore, the Ah Ring is a left hand diamond ring created for confident and joyful single women to show the world they're available (A) and happy (h). Worn on the pinkie, The Ah Ring features eleven round full-cut diamonds, totaling .21 points, set in a beautifully modern 14K white gold band. The Ah Ring topped Oprah’s wish list, need we say more? |
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Pop Art Toaster: From Kevin Dillon to Charlie Sheen, the Pop Art Toaster is all the rage among single celebs. This fun and creative gadget comes with custom design plates that make a special imprint on every single slice of toast. There's a whole selection of colorful Pop Art Toasters too choose from plus various interchangeable art plates. Adults will enjoy biting into “I’m hot” or “Bite Me” bread for breakfast, but the Holiday and Disney plates are sure to help solo moms and pops keep young ones at the table longer. |
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Girls Night Box of Questions: Who needs poker night! Give your ladies the gift of gab and get the conversation going and flowing for their next get together. This Girls Night Out playful and witty gift box comes with 52 glossy cards, each with clever, engaging and entertaining questions like: What defines the perfect kiss? What is the best way to end a bad first blind date? When was your last hickey? |
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Handpresso: This instant Espresso Machine makes it possible to have a perfect shot of espresso practically anywhere and anytime. So ditch the Starbucks Certificates this year and give a coffee junkie or cube mate something really strong to sip on. |
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Mini Round Cocotte: Add a splash of color to a Solo Chef’s life with these classic one-pot cocotte dishes by Staub. Perfect for a single serving of stew, roast, soup or casserole, these tiny cooking vessels are enameled from the inside out and move beautifully from oven to table for any mini-meal. |
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The Racktrap: For an out-and-about party diva, the Racktrap is a simple yet brilliant invention, and you’ll wish you came up with the idea. The synthetic sleeve neatly slips into the bra and is cleverly designed to hold valuables such as cash, credit cards and identification. Available in a broad assortment of fashionable colors and fabrics, the Racktrap is sold individually or in sets of four. |
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Have a Cocktail and Get Over it Apron: So they had a bad day…maybe month or year. What was it – a pay cut? A fight with the rents or ex? Now you can make their world a better, happier place! Let them start baking with the Boo Frickin Hoo – Have A Cocktail and Get Over It Apron. Rest assured, this one will turn all frowns upside down. |
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Why I Must Have Sex with You Pad: Rules, rules and more rules….they are meant to be broken. So get rid of them all and try the direct approach! Fill out this kinky little note pad and send it to someone you wish to get down and dirty with this season. If all goes well, you may just strike two birds with one stone. How’s that for a happy holiday? |
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Nuvo Sparkling Liqueur: It’s obvious from the perfume-like bottle that Nuvo Sparkling Liqueur comes straight from Paris. This pink party drink is sure to add sparkle and color to any holiday affair so bring it along instead of wine or champagne. |
Season's Best Dating ...
| The holiday season is meant to bring out the best in us all—sharing meals, hosting guests, giving gifts. These same aspects of the season can also add stress, particularly when adjusting to life as a newly single parent. The first holiday season on your own may entice you to bury yourself under a blanket with a plate of cookies straight through the first of the year. Resist the urge to hibernate and take advantage of the dating opportunities that abound during the festive social season, create some new traditions and start a few New Years’ resolutions early. |
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1. The Gift of Matchmaking
Instead of swapping the usual assortment of books, gift certificates and baked goods with friends, propose a different kind of present exchange this year. Ask friends to arrange a date for you with another single friend or search online for profiles to find your potential match. Friends who know you well can have surprisingly accurate insight to your compatible matches and can introduce you to some new and interesting people, taking away the stress of seeking out dates on your own. A date, and potential new partner, is more useful than another fruit basket any time of year.
2. Profile Makeover 101
Here’s a New Years’ resolution to improve your image that doesn’t involve gym memberships or crash diets: revamp your online profile with a new set of photos. Visit www.DatingHeadshots.com and treat yourself to a full portfolio of profile photos. Dating Headshots’ professional photographers will bring our your best looks, helping you make the strong first impression necessary in online dating. Your 2010 calendar will be booked with dates before the clock strikes midnight.
3. The True Spirit of the Season
Keep the stresses of dating and the holidays in check and volunteer —charities often rely heavily upon volunteers and donations during the holiday season. Take the lead in organizing a kid and parent holiday-themed fundraiser through your child’s school, sports team or parent group. A social event—such as a dance-a-thon or gift wrapping races—will pull double duty in helping raise money for a good cause—with a side effect of easy and fun mingling with other single moms and dads.
4. Stress-Free Hosting
Take the stress out of holiday hosting and expand your social network by planning a different holiday theme party. Reach out to a diverse group of friends beyond your usual circle, asking them each to bring a dish, a drink, and—most importantly--a single friend to share. The pot-luck theme will create a relaxed atmosphere for everyone, leaving you to focus on chatting with your new friends rather than replenishing the cheese tray. Suggest guests come dressed as characters from their favorite holiday movie, guaranteed to spark festive and flirty conversations.
5. Silver Lining of the Office Party
Holiday parties with your boss and co-workers can be a low point of the season: making appropriate chit-chat while carefully monitoring your alcohol intake makes for a less than festive occasion. Branch away from your cubicle-mates and mingle with unfamiliar faces, turning a night of forced socializing into a room full of potential off-the-clock dates.
The holidays only come around once a year: trade in the usual stress and dread for the abundance of social activities and opportunities for creativity. Creating new holiday traditions will usher in countless chances to revive yourself, and your dating life, in time for the new year.
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