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Pumpkin Spice Snotes

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pumpkin+spice+blogIt seems everywhere you turn lately, something goes pumpkin spice. There are pumpkin spiced lattes, M&Ms, yogurt, cereal, granola, beer, cookies, bagels, Pop-Tarts, popcorn and more! Some feel this phenomenon has gone a bit too far, we wouldn’t be surprised to start seeing pumpkin spiced toothpaste, breath mints, soda and maybe even tacos soon. Still others welcome it all with open arms. Either way, we decided we should hop in and provide you with a Pumpkin Spiced Snote!

To what do we owe this pumpkin spiced obsessed time of year? Perhaps these spices conjure up warmth and comfort. It’s the time of year where we’ll spend less time out of doors and more time in; we’ll do less physical activity and more cocooning; and we’ll eat less crispy salads and more warm soups. Change is in the air, literally, as we watch the trees transform from summer green to autumn orange, yellow and red. This is the time of year to invite friends over to watch football, hang out around the bonfire, and show off their best chili recipes in cook-offs.

If you are having any sort of a gathering or just want to invite a friend out for coffee (make that a pumpkin spice latte!), why not do so via Snote? To create a Snote you have four lines of text, just enough to say “Meet me at the Pumpkin Spice Café at 9am on Tuesday,” just as an example. There are dozens of colors and animated themes to choose from so that your message will have the perfect backdrop for crafting a truly original invitation.

If you are invited over to someone’s house for a gathering and are in need of a housewarming gift, consider bringing along a jar of pumpkin spice for the host or hostess. Just mix the following ingredients and place in a nice gift jar*:

  • 1/3 cup ground cinnamon
  • 1 Tbs ground ginger
  • 1 Tbs ground nutmeg or mace
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 ½ tsp ground allspice

And don’t forget the gift tag. Just download and print up the Snote we made for you!

*This recipe is from The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

Create Your Own Customized Greeting Card

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snoteEvery year, you probably find yourself buying birthday cards or anniversary cards, searching for just the right message. Then of course there are cards to buy for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, the Holiday season – not to mention friends and family graduating from school, getting new jobs, getting married, giving birth, retiring – there are all kinds of events worthy of congratulations and applause. As well as all kinds of cards you can purchase to commemorate. But if you’re ready for the next level in greeting cards, then take a moment to learn about Snotes. Snotes is right at your fingertips! Simply log into Snotes to find colorful, animated cards that you can custom-create featuring YOUR words.

Creating your customized Snote is easy. If you have not already done so, create your free Snotes account. Each time you come back to Snotes, simply click on Create & Share. This is where the magic happens, allowing you to make and send your Snote. All of your creations are stored in a gallery (you can store up to 50 Snotes).

From the task bar on the left hand side you can choose one of several animations that will serve as a customized look and background for your creation; we offer animations for holidays, sports, fantasy, kids and more. Also from the task bar you will write your four lines of text. If you’re not sure what to write, perhaps borrow a quote. Or simply speak from your heart to create a highly personalized greeting card that your recipient is sure to appreciate.

You may also choose the color and font for your text, as well as a shape. Remember to save your work, then preview it so you can see what the recipient will see. Once it meets with your approval, you’re ready to share it and how you do so is entirely up to you. If you wish to create a hard copy, you can download the Snote (see bottom left). Be sure to check out this quick video tutorial on how to Make a Secret Message Snote Today!

So the next time you’re looking to send a special message for almost any occasion, there’s only one place you need to go – and it’s right from your own computer. Plus, you will be creating a card that truly is from you, with words, a look and a feel that is all YOU.

Want to see it in action? Check out the Snote we created for you!

Secret Snotes for Halloween

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Halloween is a day made for fun and fright. Your day may be filled with kids parties and trick-or-treating or office celebrations and elegant invitations. Whatever your plans may be, we’ve found some hauntingly fun ideas for you.

Goody Bags: For those special ghosts or classroom party favors, make up some goblin’ goody bags. Be sure to include an extra bit of whim and witchy with a secret Snotes Halloween joke! Here are some ideas to get you started:

  • What do you call a hotdog with no insides? A hollow-weenie
  • What’s a ghosts’ favorite fruit? Boo-berries
  • Which ghost is the best dancer? The Boogie Man
  • What’s a monster’s favorite dessert? I-Scream

Less Sweet, But Still Awesome: If you prefer to think outside the candy wrapper, try these great ideas from Real Simple.  Include a special Snote in the gift, complete with your Halloween wish for the recipient. Here are a few ideas for you:

  • Wishing you a Halloween filled with moonlight and magic
  • Heard it thru the Graveyard, you’re in for a Happy Halloween!
  • Black cats prowl, pumpkins gleam, luck be yours this Halloween
  • Witchy, witchy, screamy, screamy, Happy, Happy Halloweeny

Bigger Kids Need Treats Too: If you’re hosting a party for adults or teens, here are some ideas for you:

  • Send your invites via Snotes. Be sure to include the date, time and place. If you need room for more information about your event, email the Snote to yourself first. You can then forward the link to the emails of your recipients along with any additional information.
  • Create a Snotes Scavenger Hunt Game. Give everyone clues via Snotes. The Scavenger Hunt can be done as a Progressive Dinner Party, or a way to explore fun and new areas, restaurants, attractions or little known facts about your city. For teens, let the clues lead them to hidden treasures (trinkets, jewels, makeup or collector cards). The ultimate find can be a scary movie to watch together, along with a bag of microwave popcorn for each.
  • If you are hosting an event for trivia fans, add an extra challenge by creating the questions on Snotes. Click on this link for some Halloween Trivia.

Need even more ideas? Check out our Pinterest board for lots of simple and easy ideas.

Wherever your broom may fly on this Hallow’s Eve, may you be safe and may the best of treats find their way to you. Happy Halloween from your friends at Snotes!

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