Sites We Love: Pinterest

June 9, 2011    |    By +
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Inspiration can strike at any time. Many of us have endless bookmarks and folders on our computers of things that we like or want to remember. Before that, there were folders full of clippings and DIY scrapbooks. So what if there was a website that allowed you to save any image or link on the web into one fun collage format that you could revisit anytime?

Pinterest allows you to do just that. Not only does it let you create your own inspiration “boards” but it lets you see what others are “pinning” as well. It’s an endless stream of products, photos, recipes, you name it! It’s social shopping at it’s best. What I love the most about it, is that it allows me to organize gifts or products that I like, that I can come back to at a later date.

Above you can see my folder of “Gifts for Dads”. It’s a collection of products, craft ideas and recipes that I think would be perfect for Father’s Day. It’s also useful for planning ahead for occasions. Say you have a wedding that you’re planning or a kid’s birthday party. Just simply create your folder or “board” and start saving ideas for decorations, recipes and much much more.

Did I mention it’s a total time suck? It’s completely addicting but also endlessly useful. Because Pinterest is social by nature, you can also “follow” other people’s pins like Twitter and you can “Like” and comment on pins as well. You can find your friends to share ideas or track down your favorite bloggers. It may be under the radar now, but believe, this site is blowing up in popularity with hundreds if not more, of new members everyday.

Follow us HERE and check it out for yourself and request an invite HERE.

Happy Pinning!



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Dana H.
Dana is Editor in Chief at Gifts.com. She loves helping make every occasion stand out with her unique gift ideas, handy tips & special touches. She has over a decade of experience with matching fabulous products with fabulous people.

Dan T.
As the Men’s Gift Editor, Dan is fortunate to be able to blend his work week with off-hour hobbies. Dan’s marketing background goes back over a decade, but he's always been passionate about the “guy” things like sports, electronics and grilling.

Gillian J.
While Gillian oversees Merchandising & Content for Gifts.com, she focuses on Women & Home Gifts. Prior to Gifts.com, she spent over a decade honing her gifting skills in the retail industry.

Michelle D.
Michelle is the Gifts.com Gift Guru who specializes in Teen and Beauty gifts. For the last half-decade Michelle has been refining her teen and beauty gifting expertise by working for Urban Outfitters and obsessing over social media.

Liz T.
Liz is the children & baby gifts trend editor at Gifts.com. Prior to Gifts.com she spent several years matching people with products while working retail. Her niece and nephews give her the inside scoop on kids. She also knows the best gourmet gifts for every occasion.

Felicia W.
Felicia works as a "Gift Guru" with a focus on pet and flower trends. While she is still learning the art of gift giving, Felicia loves focusing her attention on pet gifts. She is always on the lookout for the best and most unique items for our lovable cats and dogs.

Donna K.
Donna is Gifts.com's very own Editorial Assistant. You have her to thank for all of our fabulous Facebook posts and for making sure the blog is up every day. She is a "Gift Guru" in her own right.

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