Linda Perkins' D&Co. Connection

09/10/2026

🎃🍂 September Surprise! 🍂🎃

I’m a planner. I like to know what’s coming, what I’m doing, and what needs to be done. So, I don’t usually love surprises. 😂
But every once in a while, a surprise is a VERY good thing!

And that’s exactly what happened this month at D&Co.!
I was expecting a couple of my favorite seasonal items to move to Extended Pricing (+10%), but I was pleasantly surprised to see that they didn’t! 🎉

That means the Cat Head Basket and the Short & Tall Gourd Baskets are still available at their regular pricing!
And there’s another happy surprise...

🥣 Our Set of 3 Serving Bowls is STILL on special! 🎉
This is such a versatile set, and I’ve been thrilled that the special pricing has continued. Available in Onyx, Sand, White and Ash, these bowls are perfect for serving salads, pasta, side dishes, snacks and so much more.

So, I’m calling this month’s unexpected good news my...
🎃🍂🦃🎄 HAPPY HALLOWTHANKSMAS PRESENT! 😂
Because apparently, we’re celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving AND Christmas all at once around here!

I certainly won’t complain about a surprise like that! ❤️

09/09/2026

Okay, I have a confession...
I had never heard of a “Boo Basket” until recently! 😂
Apparently, a Boo Basket is the Halloween version of a surprise gift basket. You fill a basket with fun little goodies, treats, toys or other surprises, secretly leave it for a friend, neighbor, coworker—or someone special—and let them know...
🎃 YOU'VE BEEN BOOED! 👻

I have to admit, I LOVE this idea!
And now that I've discovered Boo Baskets, I know exactly what I'll be doing for my grandchildren this Halloween. ❤️ I can already picture filling a basket with their favorite treats and a few surprises and leaving it for them to discover.

And why stop with the grandkids? Wouldn't it be fun to surprise a friend, neighbor, teacher, coworker or someone who could simply use a little Halloween cheer?

That's where our new Boo Basket comes in!
It's the perfect size for creating your own little Halloween surprise—and the best part is that the basket doesn't have to be packed away when Halloween is over! Choose Wheat or Ash Gray, and you have a beautiful basket that can be used all year long for storage, gathering, gifting and so much more.

So tell me...
Have you heard of Boo Baskets?
And if you have, who would you love to Boo this Halloween? 🎃👻

09/05/2026

🍂 Happy Labor Day Weekend! 🏈

I hope everyone is enjoying this long holiday weekend! I know I am enjoying a little family time and getting to watch some football. 😊

I use baskets every single day for something. I also have them strategically placed throughout my home for storage, so when I need something I use often, it’s always just a short reach away!
That’s why I’m especially excited about a Labor Day weekend offer from Longaberger!

For the next 2 days, you can take an additional 30% OFF all already-discounted clearance items! 🎉
And if you’ve been around me for a while, you probably won’t be surprised that my favorite is a basket! 😂

🧺 My Pick: Round Storage Basket
I have one of these in my living room, and it is the perfect spot for my extra throw pillows. I love that it looks nice enough to leave sitting out, but it also gives me an easy place to tuck things away when I want the room to look a little neater.

The single swinging handle is mounted inside the rim, and here's one of my favorite features: the handle folds down inside the basket when you're not using it! 🙌
📏 Size: 14"D x 12"H
📏 Height with handle: 17.5"H
It comes in four colors:
🍂 Fall Gold
🤎 Light Brown
🧡 Saffron
🌿 Soft Green — my favorite!
And you can choose it with or without a protector.
Without Protector: → about $92.39 with the extra 30% off
With Protector: → about $128.80 with the extra 30% off

That's a pretty great deal on a handcrafted basket that you can use in so many ways!

Whether you need a place for throw pillows, blankets, toys, towels, craft supplies—or just about anything else—this is one of those baskets that can earn its keep in your home. ❤️

But hurry! This Labor Day offer is only good for the next 2 days.
If you'd like to see this basket and all of the other clearance items included in the offer, head over to my website and choose “Shop Longaberger.”

09/04/2026

🎃 MIX, MATCH & SAVE — A September Treat! 🍂

I love decorating for the seasons, but I don’t necessarily want to go too crazy! 😂 Sometimes just a few special touches are all it takes to make your home feel ready for fall or Halloween.

That’s one reason I really like this month’s Mix & Match offer — and offers like this don’t come around very often!

During September, choose ANY 5 or more of these featured items and save 15% on EACH one! And yes, you can mix and match to create your own perfect combination. 🧡

There are some really fun choices:

🐈‍⬛ Ceramic Black Cat Bowl — Fill this mischievous little fellow with candy, nuts, snacks or dip, or simply set him out as part of your Halloween décor.

🎃 Jack O’Lantern Potholder — I think this is just the cutest thing! Made of 100% cotton, it can be used as a potholder or trivet while adding a fun pop of Halloween to your kitchen.

🪦 Ceramic Headstone Salt & Pepper Shakers — A frightfully fun addition to your Halloween table — and a great gift for someone who REALLY loves Halloween!

👻🐶 Ceramic Ghost Dog Vase — How adorable is this little guy?! He’s dressed for trick-or-treating, complete with his pumpkin bucket, and can hold fall foliage, flowers, dried botanicals or some spooky stems.

🍁 Maple Pecan Dip Mix — Something yummy had to make the list! Sweet maple and crunchy pecans make this perfect for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Think waffles, fruit...or whatever delicious idea you come up with!

🤍 Ramekin — The practical choice of the bunch and one of those little dishes you’ll reach for again and again. Use it for dips, nuts, condiments, seasonings, jewelry and more. Choose White, Onyx, Sand or Ash.

Pick your 5 (or more!) and save 15% on every one.

So now I have to ask...
Which FIVE would make your Mix & Match list? 🎃🍂

09/01/2026

September is scary good at D&Co.!

Click https://mailchi.mp/d57f56806ec8/jnu6th050t-6433370 to access my monthly newsletter 🎃🦇👻

As a child, Halloween really wasn't my favorite holiday. I wasn't a fan of being scared, spooked, or surprised around every corner.

09/01/2026

🎃 A Little Spooky…A LOT of Fun! - https://mailchi.mp/d57f56806ec8/jnu6th050t-6433370

08/31/2026

Just a reminder that our 250 Basket Collection 🇺🇸 will be retired at 11:59 pm tonight!

You still time to --
👀Take one final look.
✅Choose your favorites.
📦Place your order before time runs out!

Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this very special collection!

Plus, all August only products will move to our Extended Products category during the month of September with a 10% price increase, so don't wait!

Reach out to me with any questions or to get your own personal shopping link.

08/30/2026

🧺 What Goes Into the Price of a Handcrafted Basket?

Have you ever wondered how D&Co. determines the price of a woven product?

When you purchase a handcrafted basket, you're not just paying for the materials. You're also paying for time, skill, creativity and a whole lot of behind-the-scenes work.

At D&Co., we're constantly looking for ways to keep our products as affordable as possible while maintaining the quality and craftsmanship you've come to expect. And in today's economy, that can be a real challenge.

One of the biggest factors in the price of a woven product is TIME.

Some baskets can take more than an hour to make—and every minute matters.

That's where the creativity and ingenuity of our Workshop team come in. They're always looking for ways to make the weaving process more efficient without compromising the finished product.

Sometimes that means developing a form to help weavers create an open weave more easily. Other times it's finding a better way to dry a piece or developing a process to make a component more efficiently.

And here's something I love: the experts on the weaving floor are part of that process. The development team may come up with an idea, but they'll take it to the basketmakers and ask, “How can we make this better?”

Those conversations lead to improvements that save time—and ultimately help keep our prices as reasonable as possible.

So the next time you look at one of our baskets, remember that you're seeing much more than something that's been woven.

You're seeing the hands of a skilled basketmaker, the creativity of our development team, the ingenuity of our Workshop and countless hours of work that you may never see.

That's the story behind the price—and the value—of handcrafted. ❤️

08/26/2026

⭐ A New D&Co. Find — and One That Feels Like Home

Some people go to the beach for the sand, the sun and the ocean.

I go looking for shells, sand dollars and starfish! 🐚⭐

I can walk for miles along the shoreline, marveling at the amazing and beautiful treasures the ocean leaves behind. So when I saw this month's D&Co. Find, I knew I had to share it!

Meet our NEW Woven Starfish Basket! ⭐

Inspired by the incredible resilience and beauty of the starfish, this unique piece features a continuous weave in soft white and saffron. And I love that it's more than just beautiful—you can display it as woven art or turn it upside down and use it as a decorative bowl.

Handwoven in Dresden, Ohio, it's another beautiful example of American craftsmanship bringing a little coastal charm into your home.

⭐ Woven Starfish Basket — $114
⭐ Protector — $43
⭐ Basket & Protector Set — $157
📏 11.5"L × 9.5"W × 3"H

Available starting at Noon EDT TOMORROW, Thursday, August 27!
Limited-time offer.

If you're a fellow beachcomber, shell collector or simply love bringing a little bit of the coast home, this one might be calling your name, too! 🌊🐚⭐