tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70050369682191507272024-03-06T00:14:27.207+11:00Rainbow Designs GiftsThe 'exciting' life of an online gift shop owner in Australia.Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.comBlogger231125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-50581565681689314972017-12-18T01:37:00.004+11:002017-12-18T01:41:38.284+11:00Merry Christmas From Rainbow Designs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of my customers, supporters, and fans a Merry Christmas. It has been a year of ups and downs, but it always ends on a high with Christmas and all the other holiday celebrations going on. For that I am grateful.<br />
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Thank you for shopping at <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/" target="_blank">Rainbow Designs</a> during 2017 and I hope you all enjoy the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/gift-hampers" target="_blank">gift hampers</a>, chocolate hampers and lolly hampers waiting for you under the tree on <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/christmas-gifts-2017" target="_blank">Christmas</a> morning.<br />
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I also hope that next year is filled with lots of adventure, fun, excitement and, of course, chocolate!<br />
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Here's to a great 2018!<br />
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- Jacqui, Rainbow DesignsJacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-25452221286794569972017-12-13T13:55:00.000+11:002017-12-13T14:13:27.730+11:00A Selection Of Our Top Selling Hampers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Our hampers are affordable and fabulous, and a perfect gift for those you love at <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/christmas-gifts-2017" target="_blank">Christmas</a> time.<br />
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Here are some of our top selling hampers which you will absolutely adore.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/christmas-bubbles-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Christmas Bubbles Gift Hamper</a> - $50 (including delivery)<br />
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This cute little hamper features wine, chocolate and plum pudding. A great little gift for that someone special with elegant and fun Christmas wrapping.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/bon-appetit-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Bon Appetit Gift Hamper</a> - $145 (including delivery)<br />
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For those who love to spend time in the kitchen, this Bon Appetit Gift Hamper is full to the brim with deliciousness. Olive oil, wine mustard, Spanish rice, chai tea, dark chocolate and more.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box" target="_blank">Big Chocolate Box</a> - $48 (including delivery)<br />
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Everyone loves our chocolate box. 1 kg of delicious chocolates including M&Ms, clinkers, cobbers, fantales, turkish delight, freckles, smarties and chocolate buds.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/chocoholics-hamper" target="_blank">Chocoholics Hamper</a> - $75 (including delivery)<br />
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This hamper is perfect for those who love chocolate. Inside the box is four chocolate sauces, organic chocolate, chocolate mango, and fruit and nut chocolate.<br />
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<br />Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-7547134241090153472017-12-09T07:46:00.001+11:002017-12-09T07:52:11.885+11:00Advantages of Online Shopping at Christmas Time<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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weekends to complete that Christmas shopping. Although at this time of year,
shopping online is definitely preferential to visiting the malls.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As pretty as they look all decked out with their <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/festive-treats-gift-hamper" target="_blank">festive</a>
decorations, I much prefer to avoid the crowds. Of course, visiting a store or
two is a necessity at this time of year, but if I can skip it is as much as
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As much as I like to hear the odd Christmas carol, I don’t
want to hear them all the time. There is nothing worse than listening to 3
hours of carols only to find that they are stuck in your head, and you cannot
get to sleep without humming Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer to lull you to
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Online shopping means no traffic jams. As everyone is
heading in the direction of the nearest mall or store, I like to go in the opposite
direction, away from the gridlocked traffic. I’m all about the peace and quiet
at the end of a busy year.</div>
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You have spent an hour or two picking out the right gift
only to find that the checkout is a mile long. Online shopping allows you to
view it up close and personal via the images without the queue. Sounds great,
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You can quickly compare prices when you are shopping online.
This is a great way to enable you to save money. Comparing prices at a mall may
mean walking from one end to the other and back again, and with all that foot traffic, well
let’s just say you want to avoid that as much as possible.<br />
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If you want to shop at 3 am in the comfort of your pajamas,
then you can. You don’t have to wait until the store opens; you can do it 24/7
at your convenience. And you can do it while sipping a cup of <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/coffee-hampers" target="_blank">coffee</a> and
munching on <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/coffee-hampers" target="_blank">chocolate</a>. Nothing beats it!</div>
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If you are <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/" target="_blank">ordering online</a>, then it is best to order earlier
rather than later as you want your gifts to arrive in plenty of time. There is
nothing worse than ordering something and then finding out it is not going to
get there until after the big day! So if you want to order, shop today or
tomorrow or as soon as you can. <o:p></o:p></div>
Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-82026574076925559962017-11-27T11:06:00.002+11:002017-11-27T11:40:02.426+11:00Coffee or Tea - What's Your Preference?Nothing beats a hot cup of tea. Whether you like to drink it accompanied by warm scones with jam and cream, a crumpet with butter and honey or a couple of shortbread biscuits on the side, the results are the same! Instant relaxation and satisfaction, especially when it is enjoyed with friends.<br />
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For lovers of afternoon tea, it doesn't get any better than this!</div>
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<b><a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/afternoon-tea-hamper" target="_blank">Afternoon Tea Hamper</a> - $100 (including delivery)</b></div>
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Fans of afternoon tea will love this delectable selection. Not only does the Afternoon Tea Hamper include a bottle of champagne, meringue moments and black forest delights, you also get three different types of tea: Earl Grey, Assam and Green Tea and Lemon Myrtle.</div>
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And for those who like coffee, well, we have something just as decadent!</div>
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<b><a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/coffee-and-cookies-hamper" target="_blank">Coffee and Cookies Gift Hamper</a> - $85 (including delivery)</b></div>
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The Coffee and Cookies Gift Hamper provides all you need for an enjoyable afternoon tea. Included is a French Press coffee plunger, a bag of gourmet coffee, two mugs and a box of cranberry and coconut cookies. Just bring the milk and sugar, and you have all you could ever need to make coffee time special. Shipped directly to your door in a neat little gift box - this is one gift they will love!</div>
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Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-19872358700832261702017-11-23T14:06:00.000+11:002017-11-23T14:15:35.750+11:00Top Sellers Flying Off The ShelfWell things are starting to get a little busier and our elves are packing up the gifts in preparation for the Christmas orders. I love this time of year!<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box" target="_blank">Big Chocolate Box</a> - $49 including postage</b></div>
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Well it's hardly a surprise is it. Our one kilo box of chocolates is popular with all age groups - and no, you don't have to share if you don't want to! Contents vary but generally include M&M's, Freckles, Clinkers, chocolate bullets, chocolate buds, Cobbers, Fantales, Turkish delight, Jaffas and Smarties.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box" target="_blank">Little Sweetie Gift Hamper</a> - $50 including delivery</b></div>
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This one kilo gift hamper includes five different kinds of lollies to tempt and delight. It is delivered in fabulous and fun packaging with a personalised gift tag if necessary. No wonder this has been popular!<br />
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You guys definitely have great taste. This hamper includes a chocolate assortment, savoury bites, pretzels, grissini, shortbread and chocolate mint leaves. What a treat!<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/medium-sweet-tooth-gift-box" target="_blank">Medium Sweet Tooth Gift Box</a> - $29 including delivery</b></div>
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This little gift is one of my favourites. It holds half a kilo of mixed lollies and chocolates to enjoy and share. The chocolate and lolly assortment includes Smarties, Jelly Babies, Snakes, Raspberries, Musk Sticks, Chicos, Frogs and Peanut Clusters. Our <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/lots-of-lollies" target="_blank">Just Lollies</a> selection comes a very close second.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/bon-appetit-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Bon Appetit Gift Hamper</a> - $145 including delivery</b></div>
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A number of our recipients have been very fortunate to have received this fantastic Bon Appetit Gift Hamper. It includes an assortment of products that will look great in any kitchen. Gifts include Maggie Beer Olive Oil, Cabernet Paste, Madura Chai Tea, Vivani Organic Orange Chocolate, Bonjour de France Brie!<br />
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Christmas is a fun time when you can pull out all the stops
when it comes to food and drink. Instead of drinking <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/champagne-and-wine-hampers">champagne</a>
neat, why not consider some of these luxurious cocktails. Won’t your guests be
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orange juice and a dash of triple sec or Grand Marnier. Perfect for breakfast
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vodka is all you need and it looks absolutely fabulous garnished with a
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This one is ideal for Christmas due to the festive colour
from the cranberry juice. Mix the juice with Cointreau and champagne for that
special Christmas cocktail. You can make this to preference but generally aim
for equal parts champagne and cranberry juice (3 ounces) with ½ ounce of
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The great thing about this recipe is that the sugar water
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water. Add a teaspoon dried lavender, stir, then let cool. Strain the lavender
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The <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/christmas-gifts-2017">Christmas
orders</a> have started to come in – both the corporate and the regular gift
orders and it is such a fun time for us. And busy – did we mention busy. Here
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And we have lots of it. From hot chocolate hampers to <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/chocolate-gifts">delicious
hampers</a> filled with <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/Lots-of-Chocs">just chocolate</a>,
you can definitely cater for all those sweet tooths in your life with our extensive
array of chocolate gifts. One of the best things is that we also offer lots of
new products around Christmas time to add some variety to your gift giving. So,
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But we don’t just have chocolate hampers. We have wine
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hampers</a>, lolly hampers, <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/coffee-hampers">coffee
hampers</a> and more. The variety of our gifts is what makes browsing our gifts
so fun. Beer hampers, scotch hampers, port hampers, non-alcoholic hampers – the
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Such a lovely drop to consume before and after Christmas. It’s
not white, and it’s not red! Rosé is pink in tone, and is great for barbecues
and get-togethers. Many of our gift hampers such as our <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/gourmet-picnic-hamper">Gourmet
Picnic Hamper</a> features a bottle of Rosé and it is ideal for a summertime
drop. Especially when it arrives with so many other goodies as well!<o:p></o:p></div>
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I love Australia’s multiculturism and the fact that we can
enjoy such a variety of food wherever we go. I personally love Italian food and
am so glad we have such beautiful gifts in store to represent its culinary
influences on our great country. Check out our <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/italian-homemade-pasta-hamper">Italian
Homemade Pasta Hamper</a>, <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/pizza-perfection">Pizza
Perfection Hamper</a> and <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/homemade-pizza-gift-hamper">Homemade
Pizza Gift Hamper</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This is how our gifts make people feel when they arrive. All
of our hampers feature so many wonderful <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/festive-treats-gift-hamper">treats</a>
that it is hard to contain the glee when they are opened. This is our favourite
part of the job – seeing and hearing the reactions when our hampers grace the
doorsteps of those all over Australia. We can’t help but feel a bit like the
jolly old man himself.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Christmas is a time for a meetups and what better way to
spend it than over a cup of tea. We even have an <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/afternoon-tea-hamper">Afternoon
Tea Hamper</a> to honour the early British traditions of afternoon and morning tea.
Whether you want to chat with friends and family, there is no better time of
year to catch up with those near and dear.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A merry holiday is guaranteed with many of our <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/champagne-and-wine-hampers">champagne</a>,
wine and <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/beer-hampers">beer</a>
hampers. It doesn’t matter whether you are into international beers or cider,
or a bottle of red wine or white wine, the choice is yours. Many of our beer
and wine gifts also come with a selection of delicious snacks and treat which
will ensure they are a guaranteed winner.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Online shopping means you can shop any time of the day or
night. You can order your Christmas gifts at your convenience, and they can be <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/page/delivery">delivered</a> as close
to the 25<sup>th</sup> December as possible to ensure they arrive on time.
There are no last-minute shopping sprees – you can be as organised as you need
to be and find time to relax and hang out with your loved ones.<o:p></o:p></div>
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While we do have many savoury gifts, the popular ones tend
to be our <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-sweet-tooth-gift">sweeter</a>
gifts. The <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/the-big-lolly-box">lolly</a>
and <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box">chocolate</a>
boxes have been shopper favourites ever since we opened our doors all those
years ago. Our gifts are still the quirky alternative to flowers, which makes
our shoppers come back time and time again. For that, we are incredibly
grateful.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-79773668355067788082017-11-06T02:27:00.001+11:002017-11-06T02:30:50.841+11:00What's New On Our Shelves at Rainbow DesignsIt's an exciting time of year - the stores are getting busier, summer is almost here and we get new gifts on our shelves to please the Christmas shoppers. So what's new? Are you ready to be wowed!<br />
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For starters we have the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/festive-treats-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Festive Treats Gift Hamper</a>. For $90 including postage, your recipient of choice will get brandy glaze, rosemary lavash, plum pudding, chocolate covered macadamia, three berry jam and handmade cookies. This is one of my favourite gifts, particularly the white choc chip macadamia handmade cookies. Delicious!<br />
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Next is the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/christmas-cheer-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Christmas Cheer Gift Hamper</a> which is indeed full of the Christmas spirit. For $190, including postage you get a bottle of Brut, olive and herb antipasto, berry jam, brandy sauce, cookies, apricots in mango liqueur, panaforte, plum pudding, shortbread, lemon butter and more. Imagine their surprise when they open this delightful gift on Christmas morning.<br />
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It's definitely not Christmas without the bubbles. The <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/christmas-bubbles-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Christmas Bubbles Gift Hamper</a> costs only $50 including postage and features a bottle of Brut, some chocolates and a plum pudding. For those spending Christmas alone or need some cheering up, this gift will do it. Show them you care with this gift hamper wherever in Australia they may be.<br />
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For those looking for some <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/wine-and-treats-gift-hamper" target="_blank">wine and treats</a>, this is it! For $125 including postage your loved ones will receive a bottle of red and a bottle of white, lavash, beetroot relish, chocolates, rum balls, quince paste and plums in port. A stylish and deserving gift if ever there was one!<br />
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Which one do you like the most?Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-12253282400077549942017-10-27T07:44:00.003+11:002017-10-27T07:50:34.682+11:00I Don't Want To Panic You, But......Did you know that Christmas is just 9 Mondays away. That literally gives you 8 weeks between now and then to do your Christmas shopping.<br />
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If it is your intention to order from Rainbow Gifts (first, let me say what wonderful taste you have), you can order at any time to help with budgeting. We will just make a note of your order and send it out closer to the date.</div>
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So you might want to start browsing our range of delicious and delectable gifts and choose the ones you think your uncle, brother, sister and mother may like. And don't forget to order a special little gift for yourself to pop under the tree!</div>
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-sweet-tooth-gift" target="_blank">Big Sweet Tooth Gift</a></div>
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When you cannot decide between chocolate and lollies, the Big Sweet Tooth Gift wins every time. There is no choice. Just a delicious mix of candy to suit all tastes - one whole kilo's worth in fact.</div>
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/homemade-icecream-hamper" target="_blank">Homemade Ice-cream Hamper</a></div>
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Well, it is summer after all and who doesn't love the taste of ice-cream on a hot day. Learn how to make professional quality ice-cream from the comfort of your own home.</div>
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Crystal glasses, bottle of Brut, chocolate - doesn't this gift just scream Christmas. It all comes nicely presented in this gorgeous gift box - perfect for gift giving!</div>
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Set up the popcorn maker just in time for those outdoor movie sessions. With delicious popcorn recipes and an array of flavourings and toppings, this gift is one that everyone will love.</div>
Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-32371305322161365822017-10-19T02:18:00.001+11:002017-10-19T02:23:52.957+11:00A Condensed History of Chocolate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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beans were a gift from their God of Wisdom. Can you imagine being among the
first to discover that the cacao bean could produce a cup of chocolaty goodness?
Of course, the Aztecs’ preference was for the unsweetened variety – they
initially drank their brew quite bitter, mixed with spices and corn puree of
all things. Despite their bitter preference for the tasty chocolate-producing bean, the Aztecs,
Incas, Mayans and Olmecs all agreed that it was a crop worth growing and
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The cacao beans became so sought after in the 1500s that
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They also considered their chocolate beverages to be quite the aphrodisiac,
apparently. It is said that the 16th-century Aztec emperor Montezuma drank
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It wasn’t until the cacao beans arrived in Europe when the
sweetened version of hot chocolate became all the rage. The Spanish added cane sugar and cinnamon although it was mainly consumed by the nobility at the time maintaining a high price tag. Cacao bean meets sugar
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In 1828, a Dutch chemist by the name of Coenraad Johannes
van Houten invented the cocoa press which could squeeze out the fatty
cocoa butter. His invention left behind a dry paste which could then be used in
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drink became a chocolate bar. It was in 1847 when Joseph Fry made his first
chocolate bar. Two years later John Cadbury got into the act. The two men eventually
joined forces. The first chocolate bars were still not as sweet as we like them
today. When Henry Nestle came on the chocolate scene, he began adding milk to
his chocolate concoctions and so many more followed his lead. And, I guess the
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Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-37783344236039948412017-10-12T10:32:00.001+11:002017-10-12T10:39:16.551+11:00Halloween Is In The Air<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Halloween is fast gaining popularity in Australia, and each year we see more and more Halloween decorations and costumes creep into the stores and on the shelves. Admittedly I love to look at the houses decorated in their spooky themes, tombstones, witches and all.<br />
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Trick-or-treating is become quite the norm in many Australian suburbs and streets, and watching horror movies and bobbing for apples (also called dunking) are fast becoming a holiday tradition. While Halloween has its firm fixtures in Christianity and mythology, trick-or-treating never really took root until the 1930s in the USA. And it took many more years for it to become popular over here. We are familiar with the event due to the American television programs and movies which aired on our little and big screens but up until recently it was always something which we acknowledged was done "over there". But now times they are a-changin'!<br />
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If you plan to get into the spirit of the holiday, how do you know which houses to knock on? It is best, of course, to stick to houses which look like they are decorated in celebration of the holiday, have a bowl of lollies left out for you to sample, or at the very least, have an orange (or other coloured) balloon out the front. Sticking to people you know is also a common tactic as Australians, as a rule, still frown on the idea of knocking on stranger's doors to ask for lollies (and quite rightly so!) As it is still quite new in this part of the world, not everyone appreciates getting disturbed in the middle of their favourite tv program either if they aren't expecting it.<br />
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Traditionally, October is a quiet month for <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/" target="_blank">Rainbow Designs</a>. There is always a lull in the gift buying department after <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/fathers-day-gifts" target="_blank">Father's Day</a>, like everyone is saving their energy for the big <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/christmas-gifts-2017" target="_blank">Christmas</a> rush. I guess it gives me time to mentally prepare for the seasonal onset of gift buying.<br />
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I do love Christmas and the sights and the sounds it brings, but I enjoy owning a gift store even more. Rainbow Designs has been in operation since 2004 - that means that this will be my 14th year selling and sending out gifts of deliciousness all over the country.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMMTB6RFvSY90aq82Rqi4Kyelz0ux0XoxkCaaTt-tMhViXCGCRlstU22NPAWwSekJUELjrj8Ahxo_bl_cNzJ51WlK02KsM10xGkbjrKGkvZ2Sh-bbqkYWoIbOxolHrtqSlC5woxsqzUzo/s1600/wine+small.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="400" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMMTB6RFvSY90aq82Rqi4Kyelz0ux0XoxkCaaTt-tMhViXCGCRlstU22NPAWwSekJUELjrj8Ahxo_bl_cNzJ51WlK02KsM10xGkbjrKGkvZ2Sh-bbqkYWoIbOxolHrtqSlC5woxsqzUzo/s320/wine+small.jpg" width="320" /></a>I am very grateful for everyone who has placed an order on my little website and for those who have placed orders many times over the years. Even the smallest of comments and likes on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RainbowDesigns/" target="_blank">Rainbow Designs</a>' Facebook page always puts a smile on my face.<br />
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It is hard to imagine a Christmas without the need to send out lollies and chocolates, but I guess the time will come one day in the future. Perhaps, sooner rather than later! After all, you never know what exciting things lie ahead in the future. :)<br />
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I know I have been very fortunate in being able to set up and run a successful business for so long. I have lost count of the number of small businesses I have seen open and close during that time; and these thoughts bring mixed feelings - both happiness and sadness at once. Owning a small business in Australia can be tough, but thankfully I have had the support of my friends and family despite the ups and downs that being a lolly store gift owner brings.<br />
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Anyway, enough of that! Let's raise a glass to a wonderful 2017 holiday season and the orders to come. Let's make it a great one!Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-25901075589924699992017-09-29T02:01:00.001+10:002017-09-29T02:03:13.785+10:00Sorry I Forgot Your Birthday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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You are busy. Life is busy. And sometimes special events,
anniversaries, and <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/birthday-gifts" target="_blank">birthdays</a> get forgotten. It’s a fact of life.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Browsing the internet I thought I would see what funny
excuses there were for forgetting a birthday or sending a belated gift. These
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<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">I am saving up for your {</span><i style="text-indent: -0.25in;">pick one: Christmas/birthday/anniversary</i><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">} present.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">The rabid squirrels mugged me and stole it.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">The alien probe wiped out portions of my memory.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">I would have remembered if I didn’t have
diarrhea.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">I thought I was doing you a favour by
forgetting.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">I was busy documenting a Big Foot sighting.</span></li>
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In all seriousness, if you do happen to forget your beloved’s
birthday, remember that <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/" target="_blank">Rainbow Designs</a> has your back. We can quickly send your
gift hamper by Express Post if necessary. Just add it to your shopping cart
before checkout. Remember that our chocolate and lolly gifts will go a long way in gaining their forgiveness for forgetting in the first place.<o:p></o:p></div>
Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-10785189139349559742017-09-21T12:56:00.001+10:002017-09-21T13:09:15.560+10:00It's Always Christmas At Rainbow Designs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It may sound odd but it's true. We are always sending out wonderful hampers and delicious gifts, that every day feels like <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/christmas-gifts-2017" target="_blank">Christmas</a>. We can definitely relate to the joy that St Nick brings to kids all across the world as we too, through our gifts, are putting smiles on many faces.<br />
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I mean who wouldn't want to receive a <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/cream-liqueur-and-chocolates-hamper" target="_blank">Cream Liqueur and Chocolate Hamper</a> or a <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box" target="_blank">Big Chocolate Box</a> delivered to their doorstep? We always have been the quirky alternative to flowers - and are proud of that fact!<br />
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And while I don't proclaim to know everything about business and get things wrong along the way, I do love making people happy. That's got to count for a lot, right?<br />
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So while it may not be Christmas yet, it isn't that far away - only 95 days in fact. We always keep a few Christmas gifts on our site for those who do like to order early, but will undoubtedly have a few more special gifts to add closer to the date for those last minute shoppers as well.<br />
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But between now and then, we appreciate you guys keeping us busy with all your orders and may those special times be celebrated today, tomorrow and in the future.<br />
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And as always, I eagerly await to receive that first Christmas order - it is a super exciting time for an online retailer like myself!! I just might have to don that red suit and white beard in honour of the festivities!<br />
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<br />Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-34666117788955335802017-09-15T05:44:00.001+10:002017-09-15T05:48:52.134+10:00Bring On The Wine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you are looking for a gift for that special someone, you
might want to consider a hamper with wine. Wine is great as a thank you gift, a
get well gift, a housewarming gift, a congratulatory gift or a corporate gift.
It can be given on birthdays, anniversaries, or even just because you feel like
it. And when wine is paired with a delicious array of goodies such as <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/his-birthday" target="_blank">soldier cake</a>, <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/for-all-to-share-hamper" target="_blank">pretzels or popcorn</a>, then even better.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Let’s breakdown some of the wines we offer in our gift
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<i>Rothbury Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot</i>: A full bodied palate of chocolate, black cherry
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<i>Rothbury Estate
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<i>La Tours Travers
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<i>La Tours Travers
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Have a browse of our <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/champagne-and-wine-hampers">wine
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Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-73861721905861720652017-09-08T02:09:00.003+10:002017-09-08T02:11:16.868+10:00Fun Gifts For Kids (Of All Ages)Admittedly many of our gifts are for adults. We have an interesting range of kitchen hampers and a few gift hampers which contain wine, beer and cider. But let's not forget the kids.<br />
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We also have a fun range of gifts which are suitable for kids - and the best bit, you get to share in their enjoyment of the gift. After all, you don't want them to consume too much sugar, and that is where the help of mum and dad come in, right?<br />
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While you may not be keen to give them a whopping 1 kg box of chocolate or lollies, unless you intend to snack while they are sleeping, we have some smaller gifts which are just as wonderful.<br />
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500 grams of chocolates is enough to win anyone's heart. This half kilo box of chocolate is jam packed with jaffas, chocolate bullets, turkish delight, smarties, m&ms and more...<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/lots-of-lollies" target="_blank">Just Lollies</a><br />
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For those who prefer lollies over chocolate, this half kilo box is divine. It features jelly babies, snakes, strawberries and creams, gummi bears, jelly beans, frogs and more...<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/medium-sweet-tooth-gift-box" target="_blank">Medium Sweet Tooth Gift Box</a><br />
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The Medium Sweet Tooth Gift Box offers the best of both worlds - a selection of lollies and chocolates. You get a delightful half kilo of fantales, snakes, smarties, turkish delight, chicos, peanut clusters and more...<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/medium-sweet-tooth-gift-box" target="_blank">Just To Say - Bulk Orders</a><br />
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If you are planning an event or gathering with lots of kids, then our Just To Say gift pack is ideal. You need a minimum of twenty 500 gram grab boxes which will be filled with a high-quality selection of lollies, chocolates or a combination of the two. Just select your option when you are ordering.Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-25505463159425626882017-09-01T07:29:00.001+10:002017-09-01T07:36:18.403+10:00Delicious Gifts For $50 and Under<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ordering gifts online does not have to be expensive. We have some lovely and very delicious gifts for $50 and under, including postage and handling.<br />
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For $48 (including shipping) you can order a <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box" target="_blank">Big Chocolate Box</a>, a <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/the-big-lolly-box" target="_blank">Big Lolly Box</a> or a <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-sweet-tooth-gift" target="_blank">Big Sweet Tooth Gift</a>.<br />
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For exactly $50 (including shipping) we have the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/little-sweetie-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Little Sweetie Gift Hamper</a> and <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/nibbles-for-everyone" target="_blank">Nibbles For Everyone</a>.<br />
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If your budget is a little more fluid and you wanted to spend a bit more - say in the $60 range - then consider the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/chocolot-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Chocolot Gift Hamper</a>, the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/congratulations-cake-and-bubbly-gift" target="_blank">Congratulations Cake & Bubbly Gift</a>, the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/nuts-about-sweets-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Nuts About Sweets Gift Hamper</a> or the <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/the-ultimate-cider-gift-box" target="_blank">Ultimate Cider Gift Box</a>.<br />
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All of our gifts will be expertly packed and shipped to your door or your friend's door in no time at all. Don't forget that you also have the option of upgrading to Express Post which is wonderful for those who have left it to the last minute to order something special for their friends or family. Even if you do order your gift a day or two late, your recipients will forget that fact as soon as they open your gift.<br />
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As the saying goes, "better late than never" right?Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-90448143692439280672017-08-24T10:36:00.002+10:002017-08-24T10:43:40.019+10:00Father's Day Gift Hampers From Rainbow Designs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Let's face it, dear ol' dad can get a bit sick of packs of socks and jocks, no matter how much he needs them. However, a gift hamper from Rainbow Designs is another thing altogether. You can never tire from one our gifts, especially with the variety that we offer. And of course, you can't go past the fact that our hampers are stunning to look at and even more delicious to eat (or drink!)<br />
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With Father's Day creeping up very quickly, it is time you placed your order. This year <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/fathers-day-gifts" target="_blank">Father's Day</a> falls on 3 September - just 11 sleeps away. And if you want your gift to arrive on time, then you had best get your order in fast.<br />
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While it is nice to take dad out for a nice meal or for a beer down at his favorite local, a gift will commemorate the occasion and celebrate the dad you know and love.<br />
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Here are some of our great gifts on offer.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/the-big-lolly-box" target="_blank">Big Lolly Box</a>: A yummy 1 kg box of lollies.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/boutique-beer-and-savoury-snacks-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Boutique Beer and Savoury Snacks Gift</a>: Twelve craft beers, corn chips, olives, peanuts, pretzels, a beer glass and coasters.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/homemade-pizza-gift-hamper" target="_blank">Homemade Pizza Gift Hamper</a>: Pizza stone with rack, pizza cutter, 1 kg of flour, a jar of tomato paste, one box of instant yeast, and a bottle of wine.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/red-wine-delight" target="_blank">Red Wine Delight</a>: Wooden wine box, bar set and one bottle of Baileys of Glenrowan Shiraz.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/sweet-selection-hamper" target="_blank">Sweet Selection Hamper</a>: Just shy of 2 kg of lollies in an assortment of groovy containers.<br />
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<a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/vivani-chocolate" target="_blank">Vivani Chocolate</a>: 6 blocks of Vivani Chocolate including dark chocolate, dark chocolate with chilli, chocolate orange, chocolate peppermint, chocolate praline and almond chocolate.<br />
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Happy Father's Day to all the awesome dads out there - may you get your Father's Day wish and a Father's Day gift.<br />
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Do you have a favourite memory of you and your dad? With <a href="https://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/fathers-day-gifts" target="_blank">Father's Day</a><span id="goog_563081817"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_563081818"></span> just around the corner, it is nice to reminisce about the good 'ol days.<br />
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Michelle Tupy, a writer and dear friend of mine, wrote this about her dad many years ago. It resonated with me then, as it still does now.<br />
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<i>"As a young girl, I remember the excitement felt whenever I had the chance to spend time with my father on the farm. Whilst he was probably not doing anything more than just going about his regular duties, being with him was what mattered most to me. I can remember my father whistling commands to the dogs as they corralled the sheep into the pens. I held tightly onto his rough and calloused hands as we crossed the paddock to close the gate behind the last of the sheep.<br /><br />I watched with wide-eyed fascination as my dad wrestled sheep after sheep to get them into just the right position for shearing. I remember the sweat pouring down his forehead as he worked tirelessly shearing one sheep after another pausing occasionally to have a drink of water and give me a smile.<br /><br />Later we would go back to the house in our old battered ute. I rode in the front, feeling like a princess, with my dad next to me and the dogs barking in the back."</i><br />
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It wasn't a particularly special moment. As a country girl growing up in New South Wales back in the late 70s and 80s, riding around in the ute was probably a daily, if not a weekly, occurrence. But the thing that struck me the most was the fact that such a simple moment could be captured and frozen in time.</div>
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We all have those special moments - with our dads, our mums, our siblings, or our friends, and we hold onto them for as long as we can. It is those moments that get us through the tough times. It is those moments that we hold close to our chests as we lie in our beds willing sleep to come. It is those moments we escape to when we are tired, stressed or angry. </div>
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Do you have a special memory that makes your heart sing?</div>
Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-37254128238742605432017-08-10T06:57:00.002+10:002017-08-10T07:01:26.943+10:00Popular Australian Lollies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Australians love their lollies!<br />
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We recently did a mini-survey on our Rainbow Designs <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RainbowDesigns/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> asking people to list their favourite lollies, and we weren't too surprised by what we saw.<br />
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Chocolate Aniseed Rings, Chicos, Snakes, Green Frogs, Raspberries, Cobbers, Minties and Freckles were listed as some of our fan's favourites. We agree wholeheartedly - they all sound pretty yummy to us!<br />
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Australians have always had their favourites - Fantales, Jaffas, Redskins, Freddo Frogs, Caramello Koalas - and there is always a loud uproar when our favourites are taken off the shelves. Remember when Nestle discontinued the Spearmint Leaves and Green Frogs from our shelves. Aussies were not happy. While they did bring them back for a limited edition in late November to Christmas Eve in 2016, Nestle said that their customers will have to 'watch this space' to see if they will ever return. We personally are still in mourning over the disappearance of our beloved green frogs, a firm favourite on the Rainbow Designs' shelves.<br />
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And then there are our beloved chocolate bars. Foreigners may not understand our love for the Pollywaffle, Mint Patties or the Cherry Ripe - but we cannot get enough! Images of musk sticks, jersey caramels and chocolate bullets inhabit our childhood dreams. And no weekend was complete without a trip to the milk bar to sample the Milko Chews and Sherbies.<br />
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Aah the memories. What was your favourite?<br />
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<br />Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-19096912345303315542017-08-04T10:43:00.001+10:002017-08-04T11:03:23.107+10:00Did Someone Say Coffee?Coffee hampers and gifts are well received for any occasion. They work perfectly for those over the coffee drinking age, are great for either men or women and are suitable as Christmas gifts, Australia Day gifts, Father's Day presents, birthday presents or thank you gifts. They are decadent, yet practical; classic, but trendy! All in all, they are a win-win - well, unless your recipient likes to drink tea.<br />
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Coffee has been around since it was accidentally discovered in Ethiopia. Most of the world's coffee currently comes from Brazil, followed by Colombia and Vietnam. While it has been banned and lauded many times over, there is no denying its popularity.<br />
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While Australians go through their fair share of coffee every year, they are actually ranked number 42 on the coffee consumption list at 3kg per capita. The top ten countries for consumption of coffee are:<br />
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3. Netherlands: 6.7 kg (1.84 cups/day)<o:p></o:p></div>
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4. Slovenia: 6.1 kg (1.68 cups/day)<o:p></o:p></div>
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5. Austria: 5.5 kg (1.51 cups/day)<o:p></o:p></div>
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6. Serbia: 5.4 kg (1.49 cups/day)<o:p></o:p></div>
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7. Denmark: 5.3 kg (1.46 cups/day)<o:p></o:p></div>
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8. Germany: 5.2 kg (1.43 cups/day)<o:p></o:p></div>
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9. Belgium: 4.9 kg (1.35 cups/day)<o:p></o:p><br />
10. Brazil: 4.8kg (1.32 cups/day)</div>
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Now, that's a lot of coffee!<br />
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Let's run through the coffee gifts we currently have on the Rainbow Designs' shelves.<br />
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This impressive coffee hamper features a Bodum French-press 'Brazil' three cup coffee maker for true taste extraction. It also comes with three packs of quality Arabica ground coffee, packed and sealed in vacuum bags for freshness. Pair with two Bodum double walled coffee mugs and a box of HK Anderson Honey Wheat Braids and you have a gift that all coffee lovers would love to receive.<br />
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The delightful Coffee and Cookies Hampers includes a classic French press coffee plunger, one bag of Gourmet Explorer Coffee and two glass walled coffee mugs. And, of course, let's not the forget a decadent pack of cookies. Delicious!</div>
Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-6768076803232863692017-05-29T15:00:00.000+10:002017-05-29T15:00:54.027+10:00Gifts for Coffee Lovers and Hot Chocolate DrinkersNow that it is coming into the cooler weather our hot drinks hampers are starting to pick up the pace. They've generally been pretty popular but when winter hits they become rock stars and everyone wants a piece of them! We love it and we can definitely understand why they're so loved.<br />
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Most of us need a coffee first thing in the morning before we can properly start our day and then a lovely, rich chocolatey hot chocolate at midday really hits the spot. These three hampers were designed by coffee lovers and hot chocolate connoisseurs for coffee lovers and hot chocolate connoisseurs!<br />
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For the Hot Chocolate fiends we have:<br />
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<a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/gourmet-hot-chocolate-hamper" target="_blank">Gourmet Hot Chocolate Hamper</a> - $90 (although it's currently on special for just $80). There's milk chocolate, white chocolate and dark chocolate mixes plus marshmallows (seriously what's a hot chocolate without marshmallows??) and a fabulous hand crafted hot chocolate mug.<br />
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Now for the <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/coffee-hampers" target="_blank">coffee lovers</a> we have two fabulous hampers:</div>
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<a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/barista-coffee-hamper" target="_blank">Barista Coffee Hamper</a> - $130. It comes with everything you need to make the perfect coffee. Coffee, obviously, a three cup coffee maker and two double walled coffee mugs also a box of honey wheat braids to enjoy with your cuppa.</div>
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<a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/coffee-and-cookies-hamper" target="_blank">Coffee and Cookies Hamper</a> - $85. This hamper is the perfect gift for staff, favourite customers, your best friend, it makes a wonderful gift for dad or nan (or grandpa if he's the coffee drinker of the house). There's a box of delectable Ovenly cookies to help you enjoy your coffee even more, a coffee maker and two double walled coffee mugs so you can drink your coffee in style.</div>
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These gifts are delivered free, right across Australia and come beautifully gift packed including a gift tag with your personal message on it. Our website is so easy to use even my dad can use it (and that's saying something, sorry dad but it's true!) and we'll keep you updated on the progress of your order from start to delivery. </div>
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Cheers to a winter filled with coffee, chocolate, marshmallows and someone else doing the washing up.</div>
Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-11409889460679057902017-05-17T08:15:00.000+10:002017-05-17T08:15:19.872+10:00Hampers for groups and BIG eventsA few years ago we were asked to provide hampers that would be suitable for a large group, where everyone could share and there would be something for everyone. Like a big party in a fabulous hamper. Instead of having individual little gifts they wanted to have one giant gift and be able to make a true celebration of it.<br />
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This is were we came up with a few of our <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/gifts-over-150" target="_blank">large gift hampers</a> - aimed at turning just another hamper into an event!<br />
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These hampers have everything! They've got the makings of a true special occasions, just add people. We've found they have been popular for businesses, a celebration for being part of a team, but also for larger family gatherings - especially family reunions and 'milestone' birthdays.<br />
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Our <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/all-you-can-eat-gift-hamper" target="_blank">All You Can Eat Hamper</a> is our grand daddy of hampers and is certainly a statement gift if ever there were one! It's $490 and suitable for 10-15 people with a truck load of gourmet sweet and savoury nibbles as well as wine, bubbly, beer and gin. It is so impressive, your staff will think you're the best boss ever!<br />
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<a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/for-all-to-share-hamper" target="_blank">For All To Share</a> is another magical hamper and does exactly what the name says :-) It's $200 and suitable for a group of 5-8 people.</div>
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There are <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/gifts-under-150" target="_blank">plenty more gift hamper</a>s to choose from that we just know your family, friends and staff will love. Whether it be a bucket load of beer or a <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/big-chocolate-box" target="_blank">box full of chocolates</a> or even a <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/gourmet-picnic-hamper" target="_blank">picnic basket</a> even winnie the pooh would love we just know we can help you with your BIG gifting needs :-)</div>
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I better not forget our <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/products/just-to-say" target="_blank">Just To Say</a> gift - great for individual gifts for conferences, staff pressies or a family birthday party. Half kilo lolly and/or chocolate mix in a funky and fabulous gift pack - $18 each with a minimum order of just 20 includes gift tag and delivery to a single address.</div>
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Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-22968171162558022822017-05-16T13:18:00.000+10:002017-05-16T13:18:00.801+10:00(Turkish) Delight in the PositiveFocusing on the 'not happening' has been doing my head in and, to be very honest, is not productive at all. I'm turning my focus on to 'what's happening', noticing the positive and blocking out (as best I can) the not so positive.<br />
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<li>people taking the time to interact on our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rainbowdesigns" target="_blank">facebook page</a>, whether it's a like or a comment, it is so very much appreciated</li>
<li>our instagram posts that get liked even if we don't post very often</li>
<li>polite and respectful friends of the kids </li>
<li>parents who help out no matter what</li>
<li>sister who pops in on her way to work for a cuppa</li>
<li>friends dealing with their own dramas taking the time to help others (I'm looking directly at you <a href="http://www.andoffwewent.com/" target="_blank">Michelle</a>)</li>
<li>helpful phone service from my bank</li>
<li>books from the library, I'll never having nothing to read</li>
<li>family who check in every few weeks to catch up on gossip (or pass it on)</li>
<li>changing to a cheaper phone provider (and it was easy)</li>
<li>stocking up on tuna when the supermarket has a 'reduced for quick sale' sale</li>
<li>finding a turkish delight at the back of the crisper (where else would it be)</li>
<li>understanding suppliers who offer assistance</li>
<li>fiddling around with the website and not breaking it</li>
<li>new Doctor Who</li>
<li>enjoying my TV shows without ads thanks to my recorder</li>
<li>photo albums</li>
<li>wearing perfume even if I'm not leaving the house</li>
<li>new roofing and guttering finally being installed after coming down in the recent floods</li>
<li>my snuggly pj jumper from a couple of years back still going strong</li>
<li>my niece shouting me lunch at <a href="http://www.bettysburgers.com.au/" target="_blank">Betty's Burgers</a> (the southern style chicken burger was amazing)</li>
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What's been happening in your neck of the woods that you might have missed or not thought much about but has helped you get through the week?<br />
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Who likes Doctor Who, NCIS, This Is Us and Madam Secretary? Me, me, me and me. Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7005036968219150727.post-63763289572970634772017-05-15T10:23:00.002+10:002017-05-16T14:57:35.576+10:002003 - the year it began2003 - planning, thinking, dreaming, working, researching<br />
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I've been working at the ATO for about 8 or 9 months now and quite enjoying it. Processing tax returns and the like isn't as boring as it sounds, well to me any way. I've always loved computer work and processing information, data entry, that sort of thing. It's nice to get myself organised at the start of the day and then head down bum up until I leave. Love being busy!<br />
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During this time I'd also been toying with the idea of starting up an online business and I was leaning towards some sort of gift business. To start I had an idea of an type of concierge style gift shop where by people would fill out an online form I had prepared on the likes and dislikes of the person they were wanting to get a gift for and then I would shop for a gift. It sounded good in theory but I just could get my head around the whole logistics of it so ended up scrapping that idea. I decided on doing a type of <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/gift-hampers" target="_blank">hamper business</a> but trying to base it on confectionery. I had seen a gift on a website where it was just a box of lolly bananas and thought, ooh that could be something I could work with! (not that I like lolly bananas!).<br />
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I went to a Trade Fair in Sydney to see what that was all about and to try and find some suppliers. I was mainly after boxes and packaging stuff as well as possible 'add ons' to the lollies and chocolates. I had found a local confectionery wholesaler close to where I lived, handy, but being that I was still in the start up stages I didn't want to make a big investment and buy a truck load of lollies before I was semi confident I could make the business work.<br />
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After tinkering around with a website, coming up with a name*, and organising <a href="https://www.westpac.com.au/business-banking/merchant-services/" target="_blank">bank merchant facilities</a> and <a href="http://asic.gov.au/for-business/registering-a-business-name/" target="_blank">business names</a>, set ups etc I started listing the gifts I had come up with. This was a fairly long process, deciding on what to sell as I had written just about every type of <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/categories/lolly-and-chocolate-gifts" target="_blank">lolly and chocolate</a> down including biscuits and chips, anything classed as a 'treat' really. I did gradually whittle it down and decided to start with a variety of lollies and chocolates. Working out pricing was hard! I had to try and 'guesstimate' <a href="http://www.fastway.com.au/" target="_blank">delivery costs</a> as I wanted to have an all inclusive price, this was very much a work in progress and took my sometime to get this sorted out. I had quite a few gifts at the very beginning where I lost money as the delivery was way more than I had expected!<br />
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I was still working at the ATO while setting up my business and didn't plan on leaving until I thought my business was actually working and I could make a living from it ie it would pay my bills!<br />
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* <a href="http://www.rainbowdesigns.com.au/" target="_blank">Rainbow Designs</a> had been registered by my sister for a business she was thinking of starting up but she changed her mind so I just took it over! At least it went with the rainbow colours of lollies. So there was no deep thinking that went into the name :-)Jacquihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05433380053073257309noreply@blogger.com0