Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013

Here are my top gift ideas for Mother's Day:

1. Retro Half Apron by CreativeChics, $32.00

2. Unique coffee cup doll head cup  porcelain cup by ENDEsign, $39.00

3. Botanical no5633 by kariherer on Etsy, $30.00

4.Mothers Day Large Sterling Personalized Child by craftedbykerstin, $85.00

Perfume Oil Amber Peony by HiddenAcresSoapCo on Etsy, $7.00

2013 Valentine's Day Gift Guide

1. Crackle Glass Pink Necklace  Valentine Romantic by sparklechains, $21.50
2. Holding Hands Art Print  Valentines Day Gift by AZCreativeStudio, $17
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4. Hot Pink Raspberry White Chocolate Ganache French by LeBonbonLA, $21.00 ----------------------------

Top Health-Conscious Christmas Gift Ideas

I think that health-conscious gifts are the best you can give and buy for yourself. This year I have done some major changes and changed my cosmetics, home cleaning supplies and threw away all the Teflon cookware I had and purchased stainless steel instead. 

Here are my 2012 Top Health-Conscious Christmas Gift Ideas:

1.Trilogy Rosehip Oil Antioxidant+ is a great moisturizer and contains only natural ingredients.

2. Indulgent Bath Soaking Salts Detox by soapwallakitchen - this spa gift is very affordable, only $10.

3. Ninja Blender from Target - I already got mine a few months ago and could not be happier. It does an excellent job and I did not have to spend over $300 on it. I use it to make healthy smoothies every day.

4. Crazy Sexy Kitchen by Kris Carr-  Two years ago I read the Crazy Sexy Diet book which inspired me to improve my diet and take better care of myself. Kris' new book contains easy and healthy recipes which any health-conscious cook would love. 

5. All Clad Stainless Steel 9-Piece Cookware Set -This is the most expensive gift on the list, but is totally worth it! If you can not get the entire set, purchase one piece of a time. Since I wanted to replace my Teflon pans, I bough two All Clad Fry Pans and is true - food does not stick to them! Also, I was lucky to find one of them on clearance at Marshall's Home Goods.  

Top Christmas Gifts 2012 for Her

1. Sonia Kashuk® All Out Glam 6 pc Brush Set from Target
2. Vintage Weiss Wide Rhinestone Bracelet
3. Opelle Leather Bag 
4. Coco Sophia  Ivory Swarovski Pearl multistrand by BouvierJewelry

Hostess Gift Ideas for a Foodie

                       Whimsy and Spice Classic Sampler Cookie Gift Box by whimsyandspice

 Small Gourmet BBQ Blends Kit  and by purposedesign

Barefoot in Paris: Easy French Food You Can Make at Home

Italian Truffled Sea Salt

Hostess Gift Ideas for a Coffee Lover

                                  Gold Eileen French Press Coffee Maker 34-Ounce -Amazon

French Vanilla from The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf


Ghirardelli Chocolate Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans from Amazon

The Professional Barista's Handbook: An Expert Guide to Preparing Espresso, Coffee, and Tea by Scott Rao

10% Maui Blend Limited Edition from The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf

{Great Finds} Simply Vera Vera Wang Platinum Bedding Coordinates

This find comes from Kohls where this weekend is a 30% OFF sale. The Simply Vera Vera Wang Platinum Bedding Coordinates is very elegant by using a neutrals like white, black and two shades of grey. 

Also, did I mention that is made of of cotton?

{Great Finds} Oval Decorative Bird Jars

Versatile Vessels S/2 Oval Decorative Bird Jars $29.00 from OneKingsLane

{Great Finds} Handmade Coasters

ReeCreates on Etsy has a 50% OFF sale in her shop. A set of 4 coaster is only $6. This coasters make great party favors or hostess gifts.

Christmas in July Etsy Sale

The Christmas in July Sale season is here and I am offering a 10% off any item in my shop. At checkout, use the CIJ10 coupon code.
Also, I have recently added  more antique and vintage serving and Paris art pieces.

Antique Sheridan Butler Serving Tray

Vintage Sea Shell Serving Tray 

LARGE CASSEROLE with LID Silver Plated

                                  Framed Paris Art Print - Cafe Des Amis by Chiu Tak Hak

                                       Amber Champagne Coupe Glasses Coupes Set

2012 Light Reading Books for the Summer

1. La Tartine Gourmande: Recipes for an Inspired Life
2. Recipes for Parties: Menus, Flowers, Decor: Everything for Perfect Entertaining
3. Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi
4. EcoBeauty: Scrubs, Rubs, Masks, and Bath Bombs for You and Your Friends
5. Read Sign Wooden Wall Art from OldNewAgain
6. Set of Vintage Books from PeculianMomma
7. Turquoise Blue Chair photo from karolyns-paperkraft.blogspot.com

As a child, I used to spend my summers at my grandmother's house. 

One of my favorite things to do was to sit on my lounge chair and read for hours. I truly miss having a summer vacation!

Currently, I am busy working full time and having several other projects on the side so I don't get to enjoy summers like I used to. 

Light reading books are the best right now and these are a few of my favorites. 

I plan to make myself some iced coffee or strawberry lemonade, sit on my patio and enjoy these books during my weekend. 

What books do you plan to read this summer?

{Fashion and Decor} Neon Summer Colors

Neon Leather Necklace Molecular Geometric by BooandBooFactory, $72.00

Neon Pink Paris Eiffel Tower Printed on French Toile by gGlinParis, $25.00

Love Fury from Nine West , $89

Glow in the Dark Neon Lights Nail Polish from Forever21, $2.80

Yellow Candleholders: Fleur Tealight - Lemon from ZGALLERIE, $9.95

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

In 2012 the Mother's Day falls on May 13 and we wanted to share with you our top gift ideas.
We tried to select unique and affordable options that would make unforgettable presents.

1. The "Fine Art Ranunculus Flowers" by SweetEventide is a great hit on Pinterest. The photographer Jessica Nichols is very talented and you can order this print in various sizes.

 

2. This "Vintage Carved Coral Rose Gold Ring" is very romantic and  perfect for summer.

3. These "24 Assorted Regular French Macarons" from SparklesMacaron are not only perfect for tea time, but also for Mother's Day. You can select up to four flavors and the come packaged nicely. We tried them and our favorite flavors are: Rose, Raspberry and Madagascar Vanilla. 

4. The "Single Note Solid Perfume in brass locket" from ForStrangeWomen is a wonderful present. You can pick out of seven  essences.

Easter Gift Tags

Like many of you I am already thinking of Easter! These Gift Tags  are perfect for Easter baskets, tree ornaments or table decorations.

Gift Guide: Black and White

Tree silhouette clutch purse bag with blue silk lining from RedRubyRose
http://www.etsy.com/listing/58429513/tree-silhouette-clutch-purse-bag-with?ref=tre-4d10225603b88eef3a4cdef6-3
As seen on HGTV- 1 dz Chandelier and Damask Wine Labels or Table Numbers from DamaskDiva
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60513595/as-seen-on-hgtv-1-dz-chandelier-and

small size . one pendant custom silhouette necklace from Luckymebeads
http://www.etsy.com/listing/49960104/small-size-one-pendant-custom-silhouette?ref=tre-4d06d791ddca6d91db35207a-1

Hostess Gifts under $75

24 Assorted Regular French Macarons - Perfect for tea time from Sparkleskitchen
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61625842/24-assorted-regular-french-macarons?ref=pr_shop

Perfect for Thanksgiving! Please click on the link below to view each item:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cdb2446581e8eefb6e2c371/hostess-gifts-under-75?ref=pr_treasury

Christmas Gift Guide for a Romantic Girl who Loves Pastels

New Treasury:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cc3120a2e996d916f0dc453/gift-guide-for-a-romantic-girl-who-loves?index=0


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