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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

UNO DOS TRES


I need this Trio-Beverage Dispenser!  How great is this for parties... the possibilities are endless! Cucumber water in one, lemonade, ice tea, wine sangria, sparkling water, etc!!!   Such a great display piece it's fun and totally practical!  You can buy from Z Gallerie for $69.95.  Also makes a great wedding gift!   

Friday, August 27, 2010

LETS GET ORGANIZED

This is what I hope to accomplish this weekend!  When I am done... I will share pictures with you!  My shoes are out of control and I think I need to say goodbye to a few of them.  I need to find clear stackable boxes for them so I can see what pair is where & keep them together.  This will be a great weekend project to keep me busy while my husband studies for his CPA exam. 

P IS FOR PRODUCTS

Just thought I would share with you the products I use and love!  The first is Rembrandt toothpaste and it is for whitening and stain removal and it works really well.  The second is Burt's Bees champagne colored chap stick/gloss it is a nude color and it is great for everyday!  I know men hate kissing girls that load up on lip gloss that is sticky and gloppy.  Third is my favorite face wash by Aveeno, I have really sensitive skin and this product is gentle yet my face feels nice & clean.  Lastly I put the sunless spray tan I use by Neutrogena, it is fool proof and looks natural. 

Happy Friday Everyone!

Photo credit: http://www.rembrandt.com/, http://www.burtsbees.com/, http://www.aveeno.com/, & http://www.neutrogena.com/

Thursday, August 26, 2010

PARTY PLANNING

So I am trying to plan ahead for my Hubby's 30th Birthday party!  I want to do a "Rustic Italian" themed dinner party and I thought since we love wine that I would like to incorporate it in the decor somehow.  I found these two great pictures for inspiration!  I love the look of wax dripped down the sides of a Chianti bottle but you see that in most Italian restaurants and so it is a bit common.  I love the idea of cutting the bottles so I don't have to worry about cleaning up dried wax everywhere!  Both ideas are fun, easy, and inexpensive! 

Photo credit: Theblissful.blogspot.com

Thursday, August 19, 2010

ON THE GO

It seems like the month of August has been such a blur, I have been traveling a lot.  This weekend I am off to see my "Wild Child" BFF in Seattle.  Can't wait for a little girl time, drinking wine, a night out on the town, going for a walk with her adorable puppy Louie, and of course shopping! 

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

DIAMOND IN THE SKY

What a fun idea from Eric Therner a DIAMOND shaped light bulb.  Can't you picture this light over your vanity, in a little girls room, a boutique, or in a salon. Great piece for only $29.
Photo credit: Jesper Lindstrom

Monday, August 16, 2010

CHEAP & FAB

My purchases today from TARGET that won't hurt your wallet!

1. I have been looking for some dark black jeggings and have had a really hard time finding a pair I liked.  I literally have tried on 10 pairs from J Brand, Gap, American Eagle, Forever 21, etc... and I actually think these Mossimo double dyed are the best ones I have found especially for the bargain price of $24.99

2.  I also purchased these leopard Merona flats that are super cute on and not as wide as some of their other shoes.  These actually have a mini wedge so they give you a little lift for $24.99.

3.  The piece of resistance is the great pair of faux leather & knit leggings from Mossimo for $29.99.  I could not find a picture of them online so I posted a picture of Sandra with a similar pair.  Alice + Olivia and Burberry are just a couple of designers that have a similar pair out for this Fall.  Leather is going to be a MUST!