Patience and perseverance. That’s what it takes to be a Blik Fan of the Month winner. Or at least that’s what it took for Paddy Dwyer of London when he put up Stone Jungle. Way to go Paddy! Patience prevails.

Now, why don’t you make it your New Year’s resolution to get that Blik graphic you ordered up on the wall. We’ve put out the call for entries for our February Fan of the Month. Post a photo of Blik in your home or office on our Facebook wall, send us a tweet or email pr(at)whatisblik(dot)com. Just get your photo in by January 31, 2012 to be entered. The lucky winner gets a $25 Blik gift certificate, a Blik tee and a photo in our February Fan of the Month photo album on Facebook and Flickr. Good luck!

We’ll crown 2011, the year of the Pattern Wall Tiles. These eco-friendly stunners have fast become favorites of the Blik staff. Similar to last year, we are asking 10 Blik staffers to share their favorite graphic of 2011.

1. Jerinne, Blik co-founder

What the %#@ Taz by Dan Witz

“I’m a huge fan of the Pattern Wall Tiles, especially Fishwall since it’s up in my home, but my favorite for 2011 are the Dan Witz products but especially What the %$#@ Taz. I have a soft spot for that Tasmanian devil.”

2. Nick, Manager of Operations & Custom Projects

Psychedelic Garden ~ Pattern Wall Tiles by Threadless

“I love patterns, wallpaper, textiles and have invested hours researching new medias to help us take the first step in becoming eco-friendly. I love the idea of being able to cover an entire room or accent wall with a single art piece. It’s truly AWESOME.”

3. Ryan, Designer

A Mutual Bond by Rex Ray

“My favorite is Rex Ray’s A Mutual Bond. The textures and use of layering bring a level of sophistication our other products have yet to explore.”

4. Eduardo, Production

Muppet Crew by Disney

“I like the classic Muppet designs.  I’m a Muppet traditionalist.”

5. Sonja, Custom Projects Manager

Babybot Land by Babybot

“Babybot Land because it’s quirky and makes me smile. Smiling is good.”

6. Margo, Print

Peeking Muppets by Disney

“I like the quality of the print, the colors and the size. Peeking Kermit is my favorite.”

7. Heather, PR & Marketing

Flutter Re-Stik by Christy Flora

“I like the delicate pastel-colored butterflies of Flutter with their subtle burst of color and whimsy as they float across the wall.”

8. Kim, PR & Marketing

Bird Flurry ~ Pattern Wall Tiles by Threadless

“My favorite is Bird Flurry Pattern Wall Tiles because they are so easy to install and I can get really creative with them. Hooray for no more boring light switches and sockets in my apartment!”

9. Uly, Shipping

Imaginary Castle by Patrick Hruby

“My pick is Imaginary Castle — it’s stylish and colorful.”

10.  Scott, Blik co-founder

Conquered ~ Pattern Wall Tiles by Threadless

“Pattern Wall Tiles are a fresh new concept that pushed us in an innovative direction. I like that they encourage people to unleash their creativity by cutting, moving and combining patterns. I had fun putting them up in my own home.”

At Blik we’re pretty stoked about our four new squeegee designs. (Not to toot our own horn, but they are pretty awesome.) These plastic wonders are not just great tools for helping you install your wall decals, but they are also fun objects to play around with after the install. Check out the Blik team goofing around with these little guys.

Got your own? Send us a pic of how you like to squeegee to pr(at)whatisblik(dot)com or post it on our Facebook Fan page!

As you probably know, Blik is based in the normally sunny and always eclectic Venice, CA. Last night was the Venice Canals Holiday Boat Parade and we thought we’d give you a little taste of the flavor of Venice during the Christmas season. We love watching and cheering the creative and crazy boats parading up and down the the canals for the holidays. It is truly Venice at its best – a mix of Venice funk, bohemia, Hollywood and the holidays all in one.

Prizes were handed out for the  “Best Decorated Boat,” “Best Lit Boat,” “and Best Dressed Homes & Bridges.” This year we saw lots of “Occupy North Pole” themes. Here are a few photos we took last night. Check out Yo! Venice for a complete slideshow of the festivities.

It’s the last day of Blikmas and we want to bring up an age-old issue. There’s always that one person who either has everything or doesn’t want anything. Problem solved. Blik gift certificates for everyone! (Well, technically 12 people, but that’s still impressive.)

The Impossible Person Gift Guide:

1. Blik gift certificates

GIVEAWAY: We’re giving away 12 $100 gift certificates to Blik. How do you catch one? Last year we had SO many unforgettable comments to the “worst present ever” question, that we want to hear more. Round up those horrible gift stories and throw them our way. Comment on the blog before 11:59pm PST on 12/12 and tell us what horrible gift you unwrapped and when.

Here’s to better gifting times! Merry Blikmas to all and to all a good night!

*Details: Comment on the blog by 11:59pm PST on 12/12/11 in order to be eligible to win. The 12 winners will be randomly selected and announced on 12/13/11. (U.S. and Canada only.)

WINNERS: Johnny V, Nancy D, Roland, Keiadnae, Sara, Sarah B, Mike, Chelsea, Craig, Caitlin, Dave P and Julie.

We all know that person who seems like their head’s in the clouds or they’re a space cadet in a galaxy far, far away. Today’s gift guide will give you all the tools you’ll need to bring them down to earth or help keep them soaring!

Dreamer Gift Guide

1. Cloud Re-Stik (white)
2. Fly Re-Stik (assorted blacks)
3. Flutter Re-Stik

GIVEAWAY: On this day of our Blik Holiday Gift Guide, we’re giving away two Cloud Re-Stik, Fly Re-Stik, and Flutter Re-Stik wall graphics (six total.) To be a lucky winner, tell us where you were when you received your first mistletoe kiss. Comment on the blog below by 11:59pm PST on 12/11 for your chance to win one of these six dreamer graphics.

Haven’t had a mistletoe kiss? What about a dreamy location? Ours is in Patrick Hruby’s Imaginary Castle.

*Details: Comment on the blog by 11:59pm PST on 12/11/11 in order to be eligible to win. The 6 winners will be chosen at random and  announced on 12/12/11. Sorry, winners cannot choose their prize. (U.S. and Canada only.)

WINNER UPDATE: Crystal Ann M., Tonya, Julie, Christine, Esther and Crystal.

Know someone who has the constant need to draw, sketch and doodle? Today’s gift guide will excite those who think cocktail napkins are reserved for drawing. Help them feed their doodling addiction with a Doodlers Anonymous 2012 hand-drawn calendar or Doodle wall decals by our friends at Babybot.

Doodler Gift Guide:

1. Doodler Anonymous 2012 hand-drawn calendar (10 total)
2. Doodle in black by Babybot (5 total)

GIVEAWAY: If you want to be one of our lucky winners, tell us what present you are hoping to unwrap this year. Just comment on the blog by 11:59pm PST pm 12/10 and show off your Blikmas spirit!

*Details: Comment on the blog by 11:59pm PST on 12/10/11 in order to be eligible to win. The 15 winners will be chosen at random and announced on 12/12/11. Sorry, winners cannot choose their prize. (U.S. and Canada only.)

WINNER UPDATE:

5 Doodle decals: Shawn, Zita, Tatiana, Rebecca & SNK.

10 Doodlers Anonymous calendars: Vail , Marianna, Ramona, Beppie, Seascout, Ben, Karen, Jeremy, Damaris & Mike.

One of the things we love about Blik is the ability to bring museum-quality art to your home without the high price tag. An excellent example of this is our new Rex Ray wall graphics. So, for today’s art lover gift guide, we propose the Rex Ray/R2 Lab collection. The minimalist designs will add a cool modern flair to your walls, without breaking your wallet.

Art Lover Gift Guide:

1. A Mutual Bond
2. Skyline Rhythm
3. Spontaneous Horizon
4. Beyond the Borough

GIVEAWAY: Art lover or not, everyone likes to eat during the holidays. What’s your favorite holiday food? Trader Joe’s Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s have a special place in our hearts since they are only available this time of year. Tell us your favorite by 11:59pm PST on 12/9 for a chance to win one of the Rex Ray graphics.

*Details: Comment on the blog by 11:59pm PST on 12/9/11 in order to be eligible to win. The 4 winners will be chosen at random and the winners will be announced on 12/12/11. Sorry, winners cannot choose their prize. (U.S. and Canada only.)

WINNER UPDATE: Linda Ridge, Sarah A., Ann E. & Dakota. Congrats!

On this day of Blikmas Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway we’ve got an excellent way to help those on your list who are, shall we say, “fashionably challenged.” Instead of holding an intervention or burning their clothes, why not take our suggestion for helping your friend in need— a Threadless gift certificate.

GIVEAWAY: Here’s your chance to win one of five $25 gift certificates to Threadless. We want to see the ugliest Christmas or holiday sweaters out there! Post a picture of your gorgeously gaudy or deliciously decorated sweater (from now or when you were a kid) to our Flickr wall OR post a link on our blog to an ugly sweater that you found online. Five winners will win a $25 gift card to Threadless! Just post your picture before 11:59pm PST on 12/8.

Jingle all the way to Threadless! Ho Ho Ho!

*Details: Post a picture to our Flickr feed or a link below by 11:59pm PST on 12/8/11 in order to be eligible to win. 5 winners will be chosen at random and the winners will be announced on 12/9/11. Sorry, winners cannot choose their prize. (U.S. and Canada only.)

WINNER UPDATE: Steve, Homer, Andrea, Aime and Lulu!