18 July 2008
tell me do, what’s MOO with you?
When I did the Flickr photo meme, I mentioned that my MOO mini-cards were coming via my mom. Well they’re here!
To remind you, mini-MOO cards are about half the size of normal business cards, and you can choose from your own photos on Flickr for the front (or you can get pre-made MOOs as well). MOO makes more than just mini-MOOs, though–you can also get note cards, greeting cards, postcards, and more.
To be clear, I don’t get any remuneration or anything for telling you about these, but I did promise to come back and let you know what I thought when I saw the MOOs in person . . . and I think I’m in love.
(click on photos to see larger versions)
Seriously, how cute are these?
I got these “free” when I upgraded to a PRO Flickr account, but I’m going to have to order more because I find myself not wanting to give these away, and, um, hello? That *is* the point of them.
Anyway, I was planning on writing this post anyway, but then yesterday I got word from the MOOsers that they are offering a special discount to those placing orders for the first time. This was written in the MOOsletter (their word, not mine):
The code 8DN2MP* will entitle a brand new MOO customer
to 15% off their first order.
So there you have it. Go MOO and save MOOlah to boot.
And tell me do, what has MOOved you lately?
OK, I’ll stop.
Seriously though, tell me what you’ve been loving this summer–blogs, websites, books, food? Share your favorites in the comments!
P.S. If you’re looking for La Buona Cucina Americana, you’ll have to rejoin us in September when we kick start the series again; like good Italians, we’re taking a break throughout August (and even a bit of July).
Buon weekend!
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nyc/caribbean ragazza on 18 Jul 2008 at 8:16 am #
I upgraded to a Pro Account as well. I need to check on these cards. I like yours.
nyc/caribbean ragazza’s last blog post..Flashback Friday – The Go-Gos – ”Vacation”
Thanks! And congrats on the Pro Account
anne on 18 Jul 2008 at 11:07 am #
They are stunning Michelle….:-)
anne’s last blog post..My new little jewellery box….
Thanks Anne
milanesemasala on 18 Jul 2008 at 12:14 pm #
Those are moo-tastic! If I can scrounge up a bit of moo-lah, I just might order some moo-self. Ok, I’m going to stop now!
milanesemasala’s last blog post..Summer romance
Hee hee…glad you’re enjoying them
My Mélange on 18 Jul 2008 at 1:19 pm #
I purchased these MOO-ns ago. (Pathetic attempt at humor, I know!) I have pretty much run through my first batch already. I think my next order I will narrow down to my fav’s- I think the first time you can go a little crazy and I have a few that didn’t really make the *best* cards.
FYI- Zazzle also offer the same type of card, but they also make a a bit larger size as well. I might give those a try next time.
A little tip for you…..take your fav’s and put a piece of magnet tape on the back- viola- a fridge magnet with your own lovely picture on it!!
Have a great weekend!!
My Mélange’s last blog post..Love Thursday : Ladybug Love
Ooh thanks for the tip on Zazzle! And great idea with the magnets; I could use those as gifts–my refrigerator is in a wooden cabinet, so no magnets on it for me
Joanne at frutto della passione on 18 Jul 2008 at 1:20 pm #
I still have to upload photos to my flickr account, but I really like the moo cards. How long did it take for them to arrive at your mom’s?
Joanne at frutto della passione’s last blog post..A tasty shrimp (linguine) dish
Oh I’d say it wasn’t more than two-three weeks Joanne, although I really don’t remember exactly since my mom often forgets to tell me things for days at a time
Christina Arbini on 18 Jul 2008 at 4:34 pm #
Those are adorable! I may just have to look into that.
Christina Arbini’s last blog post..Summer Book Giveaway Contest for July!
Christina, trust me: they’re even cuter in person. And just so darn cool and hip
rochambeau on 18 Jul 2008 at 5:33 pm #
Dear Michelle,
Sharing in your Moo Joy!
They’re beautiful!!
xox
Constance
rochambeau’s last blog post..A Giving Fairy
Thanks Constance! More than enough MOO joy to go around
paul of crazy like whoa on 18 Jul 2008 at 8:56 pm #
So what are you going to use them for? Are footmen with silver salvers still in vogue in CZ?
paul of crazy like whoa’s last blog post..Hey Jack Kerouac
I think I’m going to try to bring back the old way of dropping off my calling card when I show up for appointments and stuff. They’ll probably just think I can’t speak Italian, but hey, I’ll know what I mean.
Wanderlust Scarlett on 18 Jul 2008 at 9:08 pm #
Those are great! Love them!
You do find the coolest things, ever.
;o)
Summer favorites…
dinners outside
lemonade stands
ice cream trucks driving down the street playing ice cream truck music
swimming pools
sunlight through gazillions of green leaves
old car shows
drive in theatres
parades and festivals
long afternoons
cool evenings
…. how much room do I get here?
;o)
XO
Scarlett & Viaggiatore
Wanderlust Scarlett’s last blog post..True Fairy Tales
You get all the room you want, cara! Dinners outside! Cool evenings! Old car shows! LOVE it! More more more please
Chel on 18 Jul 2008 at 11:08 pm #
Oh, my gosh, how I LOVE Moo!! I’ve ordered their stickers and mini-cards as gifts. Everything I’ve gotten is amazing!
Chel’s last blog post..One more day…
Stickers! FUN!!!!! I hope you’ll share your creations on the blog
Peter Answers on 18 Jul 2008 at 11:53 pm #
Those look really cool. I’ve been seeing a few posts on Moo across the internet lately, I’ve got to try them out myself.
Peter Answers’s last blog post..Do You Know Peter Answers?
Hope you enjoy them as much as I do, Peter Answers…and your blog title certainly intrigues….
Sara on 19 Jul 2008 at 1:11 am #
Oh! I just made some of these today. They’re so cute. I can’t WAIT until they come!
I’m excited for you Sara! I love new toys
J for Kitchen Confit on 19 Jul 2008 at 3:06 pm #
Hey Michelle - These cards look great! We have been looking for something to use as cards for Kitchen Confit and I think we have found it. Thanks for sharing!
J for Kitchen Confit’s last blog post..Miso Glazed Sea Bass
Hope they work out for you
Hornedfroggy of My Baking Heart on 19 Jul 2008 at 5:55 pm #
Oooh!! I just received a batch of these from Foodbuzz and I LOVE them!
The pics you chose for your cards are gorgeous!
Hornedfroggy of My Baking Heart’s last blog post..Cherry Cream Pie
So happy to hear from another happy customer! And thanks for the compliments on mine
Geggie on 19 Jul 2008 at 9:41 pm #
I really dig Moo. I used them to make postcards for Thanksgiving last year. So cute!
Geggie’s last blog post..I need one of these
What a great idea Geggie! It’s always so difficult to find good Thanksgiving cards.
maryann on 20 Jul 2008 at 9:03 pm #
Hi Michelle! When I do finally get to your neck of the woods I’ll let you know
Love the cards!
maryann’s last blog post..Sunka
Looking forward to it Maryann
audra on 21 Jul 2008 at 12:11 am #
Hi !
Love your blog, but I’ve noticed that lately you’re straying away from more feelings-centered posts and moving towards more generic stuff (I don’t really mean generic but I couldn’t find a better word).. I miss reading about your interactions with P and the other people in Calabria! I miss reading about your feelings, your home, your dogs, etc…. Sometimes I don’t want to read about cooking or moo cards (as cute as they may be!), and I just want to sit down and revel in the amazingness that is your life.
Well thank you for caring so much Audra! You’re probably right that there have been fewer “me” posts lately; a lot of that is a function of the summer and that my mom was here for a month…those posts take a long time to write for me, and I just don’t have it right now. Although I am finally getting around to answering some reader questions, so there will be some more personal stuff in there to tide you over….
And hey, Love Thursdays have often been about P lately!
Thanks so much for the gentle nudge though
White On Rice Couple on 21 Jul 2008 at 1:03 am #
We just signed up for a flicker account and now I’m really excited about this new find! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful knowledge and findings, I really do benefit from them. I wish I had something to share with you but am still learning so much about the world of blogging opportunities.
White On Rice Couple’s last blog post..White Peach and Sorrel Salad with honey/balsalmic vinaigrette, not for sharing with dogs!
Happy to hear it! It’s always a pleasure to share whatever I’m learning, b/c hey, aren’t we all everyday with this stuff?
Salena on 21 Jul 2008 at 3:12 am #
LOVE your cards! So glad they finally arrived. It’s time for me to order more and I always have such a hard time deciding which pictures to use! Once people see them, they usually want their own. I swear it’s a MOOvement! LOL
Salena’s last blog post..Western Ed Friday
Hee hee…love it! You’re definitely one of the people who inspired to me to get these, so thank you
thotlady on 21 Jul 2008 at 9:29 pm #
I just bought a new camera (Nikon Coolpix P50) on Friday. I will have to try it out and I have been wanting to create a flickr account. Thanks for the photos of the moo minicards. I will definitely check them out.
thotlady’s last blog post..Sometimes we do!
Yes yes! Make sure you add me as a friend on Flickr so I can follow along too
Minnie on 21 Jul 2008 at 9:45 pm #
Michelle,
Those are amazing.
I love, love, love them.
Minnie’s last blog post..She Ain’t Woman Enough…(EDITED 12:00 PM CST)
Glad you like ‘em Minnie. I literally can’t get enough of them
SabineM on 22 Jul 2008 at 2:15 am #
Oh wow, I AM IN LOVE TOO! Moo ooo
SabineM’s last blog post..Weekend Snapshot: Maya’s first Swim Meet
Hah!!!!!!
Jessica, Italy Logue on 26 Jul 2008 at 2:47 am #
MOO cards are totally addictive. You are hereby warned.
(And unless you got a box with 100 different images, set aside one of each and then you won’t feel badly about giving the rest away!)
Jessica, Italy Logue’s last blog post..Hostels in Venice
Yes! Excellent advice!