Merry Christmas

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmAPmvUw9XNHzE5En4972d-rf70HigpewcG7Ksd7m6Ut8T07w0hUSmQVIscacm8dTwYN8h820p1wS8adVHnKf9_sdjeusbpjDdS5EY9mR2dTSV4oIQme0rrv_s8YFAXY0t0iDmstz4s9JB/s1600-h/twigandthistle.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5419369367990028914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmAPmvUw9XNHzE5En4972d-rf70HigpewcG7Ksd7m6Ut8T07w0hUSmQVIscacm8dTwYN8h820p1wS8adVHnKf9_sdjeusbpjDdS5EY9mR2dTSV4oIQme0rrv_s8YFAXY0t0iDmstz4s9JB/s400/twigandthistle.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:78%;" ><span style="font-style: italic;">Photo via <a href="http://www.twigandthistle.com/blog"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Twig & Thristle</span></a></span></span>

Merry Christmas

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Green Holiday Gift Guide

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">The perfect <span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">green</span> gift for everyone in your life!</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />For Her</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />Recycled Leather Jacket Purse from</span> </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/foundbynicki?section_id=5759739"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">Found</span></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0rKLMhq-nyRM47YUTM8lcPOzS1SvGxNyhMGEg1MpWewf4fuT5qEnm4MoWRGyMr-ym19ETxkBn_E5bKApQYNSiysEfqF7Vn0Cx8wv7S4o-S3H5976nRtkvn1i7vdvh36v770kDVgKeujK/s1600-h/Recycled.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416046751115346898" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0rKLMhq-nyRM47YUTM8lcPOzS1SvGxNyhMGEg1MpWewf4fuT5qEnm4MoWRGyMr-ym19ETxkBn_E5bKApQYNSiysEfqF7Vn0Cx8wv7S4o-S3H5976nRtkvn1i7vdvh36v770kDVgKeujK/s400/Recycled.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Made from recycled leather jackets and skirts, these gorgeous handmade bags are one of a kind, sustainably made pieces. Nicki of Found creates these bags using only upcycled products – everything down to the zippers and buckles were taken off a previously owned item.</span> <a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/foundbynicki?section_id=5759739"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">Found</span></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> $52-$102</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />For Him</span></span></span><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" ><br />VersaAudio Bamboo iphone Hard Case<br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg3zpHDELBIzLeY6QLqqNoT-Tnq0VQlQynuvv1cXq2tfj6o5y6Y3mC2U8naVBjFOzsBee71NN67YbPsTvMAclvQc_kU6fIjzogmb4x0rA5VsZtXPiLm_33KIp0_PPPVtWKa7SWmD1VRqWG/s1600-h/versaudio-ipod.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416047532097207842" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg3zpHDELBIzLeY6QLqqNoT-Tnq0VQlQynuvv1cXq2tfj6o5y6Y3mC2U8naVBjFOzsBee71NN67YbPsTvMAclvQc_kU6fIjzogmb4x0rA5VsZtXPiLm_33KIp0_PPPVtWKa7SWmD1VRqWG/s400/versaudio-ipod.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 273px;" /></a> <span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">If the iPhone addict in your life has yet to get a protective case for his beloved toy, opening your present to see this smooth and supple case will send shivers up his spine! Made from sustainable bamboo with all the natural graining intact, it will add just the right amount of personality to his favorite gadget.</span><a href="http://versaudio.com/verscase.html"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);"> VersAudio</span></a> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">$39.99</span></span><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />For Tots</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Mama K's Aromatic Play Clay<br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRM0Vo1pWobuwse0AaJeYCP0apvJ1BuU9wV6hTnQqRSzQTyJWuKjuF8feQPey6qnZ8TBUvsAveBfSw8AhtfZfyY_riFlnrip9Ahhb-KYLkh3A5slK80nilLpIaVelZ9-fzCbCnM0L0EySo/s1600-h/clay.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416047524061342210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRM0Vo1pWobuwse0AaJeYCP0apvJ1BuU9wV6hTnQqRSzQTyJWuKjuF8feQPey6qnZ8TBUvsAveBfSw8AhtfZfyY_riFlnrip9Ahhb-KYLkh3A5slK80nilLpIaVelZ9-fzCbCnM0L0EySo/s400/clay.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 273px;" /></a><span style="font-size:85%;"> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Quite possibly </span><em style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">the</em><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><em style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">toy</em><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> of any season: 100% natural </span><a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" href="http://www.mama-ks.com/">Mama K’s Aromatic Play Clay</a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> will provide hours of entertainment and fun for tots </span><em style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">and </em><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">parents. Mama K’s re-invents the concept of playdough by infusing it with scents derived from organic essential oils (sweet orange, lavender, lemongrass, etc.) to provide a heightened sensory experience. Made of certified gluten free flours, kosher salt, extra virgin olive oil, natural colors and organic essential oils, Mama K’s turns artistic play into an aromatherapeautic, stress-relieving session!</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"> <a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24408826"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">Mama K's</span></a><span style="font-style: italic;"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">$27</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" >For Our Furry Friends<br />Orbee-Tuff Bulb Toy</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcS4LX7lQ8LgKmSN0kRiZIFiwB8qW-Fg8OJV9kEwZuRCLJ7vE3bXQ8LGYwspYZ6TapMP-fhazJyAAYL51unsIAHobDZ_yWR6JU0CEaSzlYsfOUYEMSckh3ciVkMFzE07XQtkMZji5uo7iU/s1600-h/orbee-tuff-bulb.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416046743036684306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcS4LX7lQ8LgKmSN0kRiZIFiwB8qW-Fg8OJV9kEwZuRCLJ7vE3bXQ8LGYwspYZ6TapMP-fhazJyAAYL51unsIAHobDZ_yWR6JU0CEaSzlYsfOUYEMSckh3ciVkMFzE07XQtkMZji5uo7iU/s400/orbee-tuff-bulb.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 273px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">Provide your pooch with some holiday cheer with this Christmas light-shaped toy from Planet Dog. Nontoxic and recyclable, the chewer features a minty flavor to keep dogs’ breath fresh, while a refillable treat slot provides a hidden surprise. For wee pups, try Planet Dog’s</span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;" href="http://www.planetdog.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=ORBEE_LIL_BULB"> Orbee-Tuff Lil’ Bulb Toy</a><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">.</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">From </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001K7JI3C?ie=UTF8&tag=inhabitat03-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B001K7JI3C"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">Amazon</span></a><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> $6.99</span></span>

Green Holiday Gift Guide

The perfect green gift for everyone in your life! For Her Recycled Leather Jacket Purse from FoundMade from recycled leather jackets and skirts, these gorgeous handmade bags are one of a kind, sustainably made pieces. Nicki of Found creates these bags using only upcycled products – everything down …

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Mexican Spiked Egg Nog... Rompope

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Hot Mexican eggnog (rompope, pronounced rom-po'-pay)) is a delightful party hit! You flavor traditional </span><a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="StrongLink" href="http://www.ehow.com/christmas/">Christmas</a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> eggnog with orange and cinnamon, spike it with brandy, and serve it hot. A crockpot will keep the rich concoction warm for the duration. Whip up this festive adult </span><a itxtdid="15649582" target="_blank" href="http://www.ehow.com/how_5446588_make-hot-mexican-eggnog.html#" style="border-bottom: 0.075em solid darkgreen ! important; font-weight: normal ! important; font-size: 100% ! important; text-decoration: underline ! important; padding-bottom: 1px ! important; color: rgb(51, 51, 51) ! important; background-color: transparent ! important; background-image: none; padding-top: 0pt; padding-right: 0pt; padding-left: 0pt; font-style: italic;" classname="iAs" class="iAs">beverage</a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> in a flash for a memorable holiday fiesta.</span> <div class="thingsYouNeed"> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Makes 6-8 servings.</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGiTehq3K-NtieQKVdSbYKk7Wqi5d-8o67YaG03C9w2cU1R_M7UhBYHiAApIpgy7LeZ1JBzgrZap-CZDn3H21gTidB56PW0i9aWk3a7aQfWLFG5xntoBD1zvZ72jJGnxR3a7i25N7faKr/s1600-h/hotMexicaneggnog-main_Full.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415318212098754882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGiTehq3K-NtieQKVdSbYKk7Wqi5d-8o67YaG03C9w2cU1R_M7UhBYHiAApIpgy7LeZ1JBzgrZap-CZDn3H21gTidB56PW0i9aWk3a7aQfWLFG5xntoBD1zvZ72jJGnxR3a7i25N7faKr/s400/hotMexicaneggnog-main_Full.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 371px;" /></a> Things You'll Need:<div class="thingsYouNeed"> <ul class="BulletList"><li> <span>crockpot</span> </li><li> <span>1 quart eggnog</span> </li><li> <span>1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated, fresh orange peel</span> </li><li> <span>1 1/2 cups brandy (cognac)</span> </li><li> <span>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon</span> </li><li> <span>additional ground cinnamon</span> </li><li> <span>optional: cinnamon stick garnish</span> </li></ul> </div> <ol id="intelliTxt"><li id="jsArticleStep1"> <div class="stepBg">Step <span>1</span></div> <p>At least an hour ahead of time, plug in the <a itxtdid="14828450" target="_blank" href="http://www.ehow.com/how_5446588_make-hot-mexican-eggnog.html#" style="border-bottom: 0.075em solid darkgreen ! important; font-weight: normal ! important; font-size: 100% ! important; text-decoration: underline ! important; padding-bottom: 1px ! important; color: darkgreen ! important; background-color: transparent ! important; background-image: none; padding-top: 0pt; padding-right: 0pt; padding-left: 0pt;" classname="iAs" class="iAs">crockpot</a>, and turn it to high. Pour in the quart of eggnog. Stir.</p> </li><li id="jsArticleStep2"> <div class="stepBg">Step <span>2</span></div> <p>Finely grate the peel of a fresh orange. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of it to the eggnog. Stir.</p> </li><li id="jsArticleStep3"> <div class="stepBg">Step <span>3</span></div> <p>Measure out 1 1/2 cups of brandy (cognac). Pour it into the eggnog. Stir. Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Stir.</p> </li><li id="jsArticleStep4"> <div class="stepBg">Step <span>4</span></div> <p>Put the lid on the crockpot. Turn the heat to low. Stir occasionally. Once the Mexican eggnog is hot, turn the crockpot to "keep warm."</p> </li><li id="jsArticleStep5"> <div class="stepBg">Step <span>5</span></div> <p>If you'd like, you can whip up a little froth in the <a itxtdid="15649584" target="_blank" href="http://www.ehow.com/how_5446588_make-hot-mexican-eggnog.html#" style="border-bottom: 0.075em solid darkgreen ! important; font-weight: normal ! important; font-size: 100% ! important; text-decoration: underline ! important; padding-bottom: 1px ! important; color: darkgreen ! important; background-color: transparent ! important; background-image: none; padding-top: 0pt; padding-right: 0pt; padding-left: 0pt;" classname="iAs" class="iAs">drink</a> by quickly swishing a wire whisk in the liquid before serving. Scoop it with a ladle into cups or glasses. Sprinkle with cinnamon, and add a cinnamon stick as garnish, if desired.<br /></p></li></ol><br /></div>

Mexican Spiked Egg Nog... Rompope

Hot Mexican eggnog (rompope, pronounced rom-po'-pay)) is a delightful party hit! You flavor traditional Christmas eggnog with orange and cinnamon, spike it with brandy, and serve it hot. A crockpot will keep the rich concoction warm for the duration. Whip up this festive adult beverage in a flash fo…

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Nutcracker...

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" >For many the <a style="color: rgb(0, 0, 102);" href="http://www.losangelesballet.org/html/performances_nutcracker.htm">Nutcracker</a> is a family tradition. Join Clara as she journeys to magical realms where mischievous mice battle toy soldiers, snowflakes dance, and Clara's beloved dolls come to life. </span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3kT9srlaG9kCWwroTNfea1omUuiAO4djPQMk4JZ-EVKh0-jjaHVyloAxkSOjkV1NEuCvIxnfghZTwdMEJrasCJPtWXWZIuytbeTmNoK2gnvcL8nMYroqHiOHX6u_u5B6qsDRetG_TCGfo/s1600-h/nutcracker-ballet-balletbc.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413498903970954546" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3kT9srlaG9kCWwroTNfea1omUuiAO4djPQMk4JZ-EVKh0-jjaHVyloAxkSOjkV1NEuCvIxnfghZTwdMEJrasCJPtWXWZIuytbeTmNoK2gnvcL8nMYroqHiOHX6u_u5B6qsDRetG_TCGfo/s400/nutcracker-ballet-balletbc.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 320px;" /></a><a href="http://www.losangelesballet.org/html/performances_nutcracker.htm"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(0, 0, 102);">Click for performance schedule</span></a>

Nutcracker...

For many the Nutcracker is a family tradition. Join Clara as she journeys to magical realms where mischievous mice battle toy soldiers, snowflakes dance, and Clara's beloved dolls come to life. Click for performance schedule…

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Fashion Fridays: Hanukkah...Eight Crazy Nights

<span style="font-weight: bold;"><div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/hanukkah...eight_crazy_nights/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=14192682"><img alt="Hanukkah...Eight Crazy Nights" border="0" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFldtd3c1ekxtM2hHVi1JaFZjb0VEQncAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Hanukkah...Eight Crazy Nights" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/hanukkah...eight_crazy_nights/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=14192682">Hanukkah...Eight Crazy Nights</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=362063">simplyna</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/christian_louboutin_shoes/shop?brand=Christian+Louboutin&category_id=41">Christian Louboutin shoes</a></small></div><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153); font-style: italic;">Items in this set: </b> <span style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153); font-style: italic;"><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/am/product/61730?cm_mmc=LinkshareUS-_-ProductFeed-_-Rebecca+Taylor-_-Dresses&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-FXChLu5nfDdCN7WUlvieGA">Rebecca Taylor Metallic Dress</a>, $350 </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153); font-style: italic;"><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.matchesfashion.com/pws/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=10414&colour=gold">Christian louboutin Shoes</a>, 504 GBP</span> <a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.zappos.com/jessica-mcclintock-leaf-embossed-clutch"><span style="font-style: italic;">Leaf Clutch </span></a> <span style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153); font-style: italic;"><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=739594002&tid=PLAF1&ap=2&siteID=2687457">Gorjana Olive Earrings,</a> $130</span></span>

Fashion Fridays: Hanukkah...Eight Crazy Nights

Hanukkah...Eight Crazy Nights by simplyna featuring Christian Louboutin shoesItems in this set: Rebecca Taylor Metallic Dress, $350 Christian louboutin Shoes, 504 GBP Leaf Clutch Gorjana Olive Earrings, $130…

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I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Make a smaller foot print this seasons. Pick up <a href="http://www.purestyleliving.com/"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">Anna Getty's</span></a> book, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Im-Dreaming-Green-Christmas-Decorations/dp/0811867676/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1255237217&sr=8-1"><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas</span></a>. It's this seasons go to guide for an eco-friendly Holiday Season! </span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_0YRPdUpMiKJhS_ipcdtvcWEAku288JOVzCQWL3FpF8ISBFyISCCzvVPz_Is9TZysBSSNAJdUTTR-MM4MKhBLG_kq8wG-giV4CeVDIPvRIAvCs7ak1-XH6o_cSJlEas1FYBqNTXaYDvJ/s1600-h/Im-Dreaming-of-a-Green-Christmas.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412773370801411986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_0YRPdUpMiKJhS_ipcdtvcWEAku288JOVzCQWL3FpF8ISBFyISCCzvVPz_Is9TZysBSSNAJdUTTR-MM4MKhBLG_kq8wG-giV4CeVDIPvRIAvCs7ak1-XH6o_cSJlEas1FYBqNTXaYDvJ/s400/Im-Dreaming-of-a-Green-Christmas.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Anna advises how to best choose a tree (real or fake?), mitigate the negative effects of necessary travel, recycle post-holiday, and more. She shares favorite holiday recipes for organic appetizers and homemade craft ideas such as pinecone wreaths and recycled sweater pillows. With inspiring photographs, extensive resources, and advice from the "Lazy Environmentalist" Josh Dorfman, Seventh Generation's Jeffrey Hollender, and other leading eco-experts, families might just find that these tips help them stay green all year long—the perfect New Year's resolution!</span>

I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas

Make a smaller foot print this seasons. Pick up Anna Getty's book, I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas. It's this seasons go to guide for an eco-friendly Holiday Season! Anna advises how to best choose a tree (real or fake?), mitigate the negative effects of necessary travel, recycle post-holiday, a…

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DYI: Wool Bangles

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Wool-Wrapped Bangles:</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Even if you can't knit, you can make this craft. It's a unique and stylish bracelet decorated with wool yarn. It's simple to make and is a great gift idea! A perfect way to recycle your 80's bangle!<br /></span> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZdBKyeWb0aA5EkIXICKqIp2tosh9zD1Z7MTAOBliucd8nK1euTBiEyGhHYxdTIDX62jrTJjG6AmBQBlgCQe1AlO4BH-QfzcLEaTVdP0Hzc7NqpHCVl05Ty3dnJzn_fTjixCSAbPTYO9kO/s1600-h/3119_022508_woolbangles_xl.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410924749911159234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZdBKyeWb0aA5EkIXICKqIp2tosh9zD1Z7MTAOBliucd8nK1euTBiEyGhHYxdTIDX62jrTJjG6AmBQBlgCQe1AlO4BH-QfzcLEaTVdP0Hzc7NqpHCVl05Ty3dnJzn_fTjixCSAbPTYO9kO/s400/3119_022508_woolbangles_xl.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" /> </a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="subhead-level1">Tools and Materials<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Scissors</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Clothespin</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Plain plastic bangle bracelets</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Yarn or ribbon</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Fabric glue</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="subhead-level1">Wool-Wrapped Bangles How-To<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">1. Create a ball of yarn slightly larger than a golf ball.</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />2. Densely wrap the yarn around a plastic bangle bracelet, making sure to neatly keep the yarn aligned, and pulling tightly as you go.</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Tip: Work over a table or in lap in case the ball slips out of your hands.</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />3. Finish by overlapping a few wraps at the point where you started. Glue the strand of yarn in place along the inside of the bracelet with a fabric glue.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4. Hold the glued end of yarn in place with a clothespin and allow to dry. Once the glue has fully dried, snip off the extra yarn.</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">5. Bangles can be covered in thin decorative ribbon using the same process.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" class="subhead-level1" >Resources<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" ><br />The variegated yarn can be purchased at </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;" href="http://www.schaeferyarn.com/" target="_blank">schaeferyarn.com</a></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" >; the ribbon can be purchased at </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" href="http://www.stranodesigns.com/" target="_blank">stranodesigns.com</a></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" >; the plain plastic bangles can be purchased at </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" href="http://www.cocowholesale.com/" target="_blank">cocowholesale.com</a></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" > (product Nos. BA0006-25, BA0006-26, and Ba0006-21), but you can also recycle bangles of all shapes and sizes from thrift stores or eBay.</span><span style="font-size:85%;"> </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" >From the </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" href="http://www.marthastewart.com/article/wool-wrapped-bangles?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/stocking-stuffers#slide_4">Martha Stewart Show</a></span>

DYI: Wool Bangles

Wool-Wrapped Bangles: Even if you can't knit, you can make this craft. It's a unique and stylish bracelet decorated with wool yarn. It's simple to make and is a great gift idea! A perfect way to recycle your 80's bangle! Tools and MaterialsScissors Clothespin Plain plastic bangle bracelets Yarn o…

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Modern Flourishes at Obamas’ State Dinner

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsP9J4xnTJnIg9TVUCY-OPHkmoZCnrSrTvsBcpDQNuIgh0Jv__nHuB4dRzvkfV1jcv620_P45sPKToeYy643pOXD5TwDglKtSgJxbbCkO-ZxH6dP8yeDQsu1v1CGAeRqU-0lBKQG88J0e3/s1600/31759108.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408288865405689586" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsP9J4xnTJnIg9TVUCY-OPHkmoZCnrSrTvsBcpDQNuIgh0Jv__nHuB4dRzvkfV1jcv620_P45sPKToeYy643pOXD5TwDglKtSgJxbbCkO-ZxH6dP8yeDQsu1v1CGAeRqU-0lBKQG88J0e3/s400/31759108.JPG" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /><br /><br /><script language="JavaScript" type="text/JavaScript">function getSharePasskey() { return 'ex=1416891600&en=bda61441ab69fec1&ei=5124';}</script> <script language="JavaScript" type="text/JavaScript"> function getShareURL() { return encodeURIComponent('http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/25/us/politics/25dinner.html'); } function getShareHeadline() { return encodeURIComponent('Modern Flourishes at Obamas’ State Dinner'); } function getShareDescription() { return encodeURIComponent('India’s leader was the guest of honor at the Obamas’ first state dinner, which they infused with distinctive touches.'); } function getShareKeywords() { return encodeURIComponent('White House (Washington, DC),Cooking and Cookbooks,Barack Obama,Michelle Obama,Manmohan Singh,Marcus Samuelsson'); } function getShareSection() { return encodeURIComponent('us'); } function getShareSectionDisplay() { return encodeURIComponent('U.S. / Politics'); } function getShareSubSection() { return encodeURIComponent('politics'); } function getShareByline() { return encodeURIComponent('By RACHEL L. SWARNS'); } function getSharePubdate() { return encodeURIComponent('November 25, 2009'); </script>By <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/s/rachel_l_swarns/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More Articles by Rachel L. Swarns">RACHEL L. SWARNS</a><nyt_byline style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;" version="1.0" type=" "> </nyt_byline> <!--NYT_INLINE_IMAGE_POSITION1 --> <nyt_correction_top style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </nyt_correction_top> <p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">WASHINGTON — It is an old tradition, a White House dinner governed by ritual and protocol that happens to be this city’s hottest social event. But at their first state dinner on Tuesday night, <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/o/barack_obama/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More articles about Barack Obama.">President Obama</a> and his wife, <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/o/michelle_obama/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More articles about Michelle Obama.">Michelle</a>, made sure to infuse the glittering gala with distinctive touches.<br /></p><div style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="inlineVideo left brightcove"><!--NYT video player embed code *ends here* -->They hired a new florist, Laura Dowling, who bedecked the tented outdoor dining room with locally grown, sustainably harvested magnolia branches and ivy. They selected a guest chef, <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/s/marcus_samuelsson/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More articles about Marcus Samuelsson.">Marcus Samuelsson</a> of Aquavit in New York, an American citizen who was born in Ethiopia, reared in Sweden and cooks up melting pots of flavors and cuisines.</div> <!--brightcove player ends --> <p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">They invited local students to witness the arrival of the guests of honor, Prime Minister <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/s/manmohan_singh/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More articles about Manmohan Singh.">Manmohan Singh</a> of India and his wife, Gursharan Kaur, and presented a mélange of musical entertainment, including the <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/organizations/n/national_symphony_orchestra/index.html?inline=nyt-org" title="More articles about National Symphony Orchestra">National Symphony Orchestra</a>; Jennifer Hudson, the singer and actress; Kurt Elling, the jazz musician from Chicago; and <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/r/a_r_rahman/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More articles about A. R. Rahman.">A. R. Rahman</a>, the Indian composer who wrote the score to the movie “Slumdog Millionaire.”</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">And at the tables, the meatless menu included a mix of Indian and American favorites, including some African-American standards. Collard greens and curried prawns, chickpeas and okra, nan and cornbread were served to the 320 guests — including some well-known Republicans and prominent Indian-Americans — who started off with arugula from the White House garden and finished up with <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/subjects/p/pumpkins/recipes/index.html?inline=nyt-classifier" title="More articles about pumpkin recipes.">pumpkin</a> pie tart. (After a tasting at the White House on Sunday, the Obamas gave the dishes their stamp of approval, Mr. Samuelsson said.)</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">And don’t forget the dinner plates. For an administration that publicly prizes bipartisanship, what could be finer than an eclectic mix of Clinton and Bush china?</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">The Obamas promptly distinguished themselves from their immediate predecessors by holding their dinner under a grand tent on the South Lawn to allow for a more expansive guest list. And they emphasized some of their favorite themes, including bipartisanship, diversity and a focus on healthy meals.</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Mrs. Obama made a splash by showcasing deep, rich colors — apple green for the tablecloths and varying shades of plum, purple and fuchsia in the hydrangea, roses and sweet peas in the centerpieces. </p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5I796xABEuo4I4WQQ8_7gSi6a712iEl9eC0qCpRLW8ji_3FH48JEsyy81ECzZ0wAk3nrPg4VrZnWScVeHONmL9Z7XBaoumGJtDem1pZE1prtPBWYhEBfTf5X1Uw19yiasiIvujSfO3CP/s1600/r1007869091.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408287021394920738" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5I796xABEuo4I4WQQ8_7gSi6a712iEl9eC0qCpRLW8ji_3FH48JEsyy81ECzZ0wAk3nrPg4VrZnWScVeHONmL9Z7XBaoumGJtDem1pZE1prtPBWYhEBfTf5X1Uw19yiasiIvujSfO3CP/s400/r1007869091.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 272px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixQQoNhjgy2JAFcxkdsOtO16m73i3xAnyosVh2im60ADmfXKfAhOp_QClACAveXYKTNjsq0BVp5kvyDsBomtsSBX_Uu-es77FGxC0sdLV_OIKmILycapujmEoAgc8KI85ZZosqQKTFXxn5/s1600/capt.photo_1259101363707-1-0.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408287041256332370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixQQoNhjgy2JAFcxkdsOtO16m73i3xAnyosVh2im60ADmfXKfAhOp_QClACAveXYKTNjsq0BVp5kvyDsBomtsSBX_Uu-es77FGxC0sdLV_OIKmILycapujmEoAgc8KI85ZZosqQKTFXxn5/s400/capt.photo_1259101363707-1-0.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 399px; height: 287px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj50tBsKL1FmTmEBtO2jlIrNedhixnpM2A__BqG-rNqEpNgdSd8Cx5cUx7A4CnTRENEsiim5Lu1XctF0fja1oKIBydgIr1eqm2uEdhcw5-DvIZcJaodJ1t6ghBHiZVhz6M5Tgt1z4vDOOxI/s1600/31755327.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408287044741297794" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj50tBsKL1FmTmEBtO2jlIrNedhixnpM2A__BqG-rNqEpNgdSd8Cx5cUx7A4CnTRENEsiim5Lu1XctF0fja1oKIBydgIr1eqm2uEdhcw5-DvIZcJaodJ1t6ghBHiZVhz6M5Tgt1z4vDOOxI/s400/31755327.JPG" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 282px;" /></a></p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">There was White House honey and sage from the garden and a menu that gave vegetables and beans — including eggplants and lentils — top billing. (For a White House keen on promoting fresh fruits and vegetables, what could be more serendipitous than a guest of honor who happens to be a <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/subjects/v/vegetarianism/index.html?inline=nyt-classifier" title="More articles about vegetarianism.">vegetarian</a>?) And the Obamas shook things up by serving, among other dishes, Indian food to an Indian delegation, typically a no-no.<br /></p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1lyv9VG9aSI1a-JiFnCOdPdwjhDpYaMX021Jiws64eD8G2bNxsEKKanaw3CrXUvAutLRiMMAQZryU24KU26cux0I8w1pIipIXOIBBmHOT3d8XtzofSDjkostLUFAd7JDJj6EGThRc9zi3/s1600/r3404671938.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408287030798459554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1lyv9VG9aSI1a-JiFnCOdPdwjhDpYaMX021Jiws64eD8G2bNxsEKKanaw3CrXUvAutLRiMMAQZryU24KU26cux0I8w1pIipIXOIBBmHOT3d8XtzofSDjkostLUFAd7JDJj6EGThRc9zi3/s400/r3404671938.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 399px; height: 292px;" /></a></p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">“You wouldn’t try to outdo the Indians; that would not be typical,” said Anita McBride, who served as <a href="http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/b/laura_bush/index.html?inline=nyt-per" title="More articles about Laura Bush.">Laura Bush</a>’s chief of staff and took pains to praise Mrs. Obama as moving in a new direction. “It’s the perfect combination of American food with a nod to the visiting country.” </p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">As for the dozens of schoolchildren invited to participate in the day’s events, many savored the chance to see the White House up close. One group of young women spent time with Mrs. Obama in the State Dining Room and learned about the history of American state dinners and sampled some pumpkin pie.</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> “These events probably seem like they’re miles and miles away, like they’re just untouchable,” said Mrs. Obama to the young women, some wearing sneakers and short sleeves.</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">She said she hoped this would inspire them to think harder about their place in the world around them.</p><p style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">“Who knows, maybe one of you all sitting at this table, one of our little mentees, will be living and studying somewhere in India — maybe New Delhi or Mumbai or Bangalore,” the first lady said. “Just imagine that. Start thinking about your future in that way. This visit at this table is the beginning of that for all of you.”</p>

Modern Flourishes at Obamas’ State Dinner

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Kirstie Kelly Sample Sale

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Kirstie Kelly Sample Sale

Kirstie Kelly is having a sample sale at her LA flagship! For the budget-savvy shoppers with shall we say, amazing taste... When: November 28th and 29th 10 AM to 6PM Where: Kirstie Kelly Salon 131 South Barrington Place, Ste 100 What: Bridal Gowns starting at $400 Bridesmaids, cocktail and flow…

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DYI...Letterpress

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhymPrGNivyJ9EKHm2Xa8ki-hIMjQnuT0wYVXfkmEizMLov3gOO8AG4k6cysPqBXzH3kLoGaA6n0XtAoqrFPVDqZggCNpj1sidvyeU2J5hOhsC4_YyBmWq9mk7b7ocz8at0frPNOOUTLJ0-/s1600/letterpress.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407598213397343698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhymPrGNivyJ9EKHm2Xa8ki-hIMjQnuT0wYVXfkmEizMLov3gOO8AG4k6cysPqBXzH3kLoGaA6n0XtAoqrFPVDqZggCNpj1sidvyeU2J5hOhsC4_YyBmWq9mk7b7ocz8at0frPNOOUTLJ0-/s400/letterpress.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 239px;" /></a> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">How great is this new affordable letterpress machine from <a href="http://www.paper-source.com/"><span style="color: rgb(255, 204, 204);">Paper Source</span></a>? It includes everything you need to create cards and crafts!</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">where to purchase: <a href="http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/paper/item/Letterpress-Machine/2903_018/40077890.html"><span style="color: rgb(255, 204, 204);">Paper Source</span></a> <span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span>$149.99</span></span>

DYI...Letterpress

How great is this new affordable letterpress machine from Paper Source? It includes everything you need to create cards and crafts! where to purchase: Paper Source $149.99…

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Faux-Bois Fun!

<a href="http://amyatlas.blogspot.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 51);">Amy Atlas</span></a> create a fall-inspired dessert bar with faux-bois and acorns, just in time for Thanksgiving.<br /><br />For desserts, they made almond fondant cakes placed on tree trunk cake stands. They also created pistachio cinnamon meringue and tuiles filled with spiced-apple custard.<br /><br />To get the recipe for pistachio cinnamon meringue check out her <a href="http://amyatlas.blogspot.com/2009/09/cinnamon-pistachio-meringue-recipe.html"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 0);">blog</span></a>!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwizfuKr5pCeTz6OWFZIMD6D2D7_nQXlxJt5OuJVXSqchgLahyphenhyphenFdDJecIFetnGC6f7YmTiDBQfuhm0TsNsKQgcpuVuu45BBNujs0ugWJ5NuR0mkyB-fm4ZJgWj7EmsAJxZ6JCv_RsjJvJJ/s1600/Fall06.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915791548141522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwizfuKr5pCeTz6OWFZIMD6D2D7_nQXlxJt5OuJVXSqchgLahyphenhyphenFdDJecIFetnGC6f7YmTiDBQfuhm0TsNsKQgcpuVuu45BBNujs0ugWJ5NuR0mkyB-fm4ZJgWj7EmsAJxZ6JCv_RsjJvJJ/s400/Fall06.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 282px;" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZy9SczVlRShj7eCpOkleOkqURFwtmhz3xzTheBsGEEXlChCSr50MMpWd1IpkccY2gwdF4JSL75zBoLlQom4dyeIjx_7JjMpPNT4nR7ZaazMX5X_WpGfhOwhApU2WxTT-v64uSiuC2wrwc/s1600/Fall05.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915787785909202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZy9SczVlRShj7eCpOkleOkqURFwtmhz3xzTheBsGEEXlChCSr50MMpWd1IpkccY2gwdF4JSL75zBoLlQom4dyeIjx_7JjMpPNT4nR7ZaazMX5X_WpGfhOwhApU2WxTT-v64uSiuC2wrwc/s400/Fall05.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0L-6wWQ3SH94j5lnqrtKerWK-BlvO5Tc3uwbyyoQZ4a8clFto2K8tAVswjMRRDYYK879e6LyU7RzntnCyOmFSJNWwP6uuzy9KgfbqRMJTJ3PAgqHwwA2dBjcVIPQAG6E-AMwoaT6F25h/s1600/Fall03.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915780341602210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0L-6wWQ3SH94j5lnqrtKerWK-BlvO5Tc3uwbyyoQZ4a8clFto2K8tAVswjMRRDYYK879e6LyU7RzntnCyOmFSJNWwP6uuzy9KgfbqRMJTJ3PAgqHwwA2dBjcVIPQAG6E-AMwoaT6F25h/s400/Fall03.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhANBMXvdNXkkVJCCUFB1bPUZy6asG8ITIP03x53qGj70_B_W1y-Txe5-xOWM-YgfcrJS8qn86YNb5OUImdwugtoOVsTkmiT6-zp_g-vhlNWDE_lNQ6L6lclFmo7DmjfOpiQsWoKLKqIz8N/s1600/Fall01.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915778349485858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhANBMXvdNXkkVJCCUFB1bPUZy6asG8ITIP03x53qGj70_B_W1y-Txe5-xOWM-YgfcrJS8qn86YNb5OUImdwugtoOVsTkmiT6-zp_g-vhlNWDE_lNQ6L6lclFmo7DmjfOpiQsWoKLKqIz8N/s400/Fall01.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 312px;" /></a><br /></div>

Faux-Bois Fun!

Amy Atlas create a fall-inspired dessert bar with faux-bois and acorns, just in time for Thanksgiving.For desserts, they made almond fondant cakes placed on tree trunk cake stands. They also created pistachio cinnamon meringue and tuiles filled with spiced-apple custard.To get the recipe for pistach…

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Fashion Fridays: Autumn Romance

<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/autumn_wedding/set?.mid=embed&id=11969471"><img alt="Autumn Wedding" border="0" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFlRtTE1CSmljM2hHTFExQnM4YXd6RVEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Autumn Wedding" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/autumn_wedding/set?.mid=embed&id=11969471">Autumn Wedding</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=1503">gokarm</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/giambattista_valli_dresses/shop?brand=Giambattista+Valli&category_id=3">Giambattista Valli dresses</a></small></div><br /><div style="font-size: 0.75em;"><b>Items in this set: </b><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/strapless_petal_print_dress/thing?.mid=embed&id=6835996">Giambattista Valli dress</a>, 3,765 GBP<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/hyper_priv_patent_pump/thing?.mid=embed&id=6033496">Brownsfashion.com shoes</a>, 465 GBP<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/anthony_david_evening_bag_with/thing?.mid=embed&id=6083646">Allthingstrendy.com bag</a>, $180<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/raw_cube_diamond_ring_in/thing?.mid=embed&id=9094896">Todd Reed ring</a>, $1,890<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/amber_waves_grain_necklace/thing?.mid=embed&id=5363219">Modcloth.com necklace</a>, $15</div>

Fashion Fridays: Autumn Romance

Autumn Wedding by gokarm featuring Giambattista Valli dressesItems in this set: Giambattista Valli dress, 3,765 GBPBrownsfashion.com shoes, 465 GBPAllthingstrendy.com bag, $180Todd Reed ring, $1,890Modcloth.com necklace, $15…

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$200.00 Shopping Spree – Winter Giveaway

<a href="http://www.favorsbyserendipity.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Favors By Serendipity</span></a><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);"> </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">is offering a </span><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">$200.00 Shopping Spree</strong><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> towards anything on their site – including Cake Jewelry, Bridesmaids Gifts, Bridal Shower Favors, Wedding and Party Favors, Candy Buffet Packaging and more…..just for giving your opinion.</span> <p style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">With Winter approaching, they want to know if you will be using winter theme favors or what your favorite favor is and would love to win. Visit</span><strong> <a style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.favorsbyserendipity.com/');" href="http://www.favorsbyserendipity.com/">Favors By Serendipity </a></strong><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">and then</span><strong><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> post a comment at </span><a href="http://yourweddingwhisperer.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">yourweddingwhisperer.com</span></a> </strong><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">and be entered into the drawing.</span></p><p style="font-style: italic;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9DrBsXZMtvDw7szvI1yZVdnjjMhC2MkW9cODq7MPf-3gxa7VF1n587Zbunbw-svfx2SY_TiLgq3Lv2SlDX5poTIXbjCQu0GRRT1bCxnaFEkGIaCS8Cu2W36_iSQuWHwx_1QVvZYTlKEbv/s1600-h/eb2133_regular.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403125413197493586" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9DrBsXZMtvDw7szvI1yZVdnjjMhC2MkW9cODq7MPf-3gxa7VF1n587Zbunbw-svfx2SY_TiLgq3Lv2SlDX5poTIXbjCQu0GRRT1bCxnaFEkGIaCS8Cu2W36_iSQuWHwx_1QVvZYTlKEbv/s400/eb2133_regular.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 249px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgu2l5gx5uEn8o6GVwB-7L8wroeC03XHMWA3BpZByPKgTO_pvtlQRhihhwkPb3KdgnRyUDPnsuvxgfz8XtnyTrDyKNeY3Svt0q-Eu9YCXxh9Dku-BT9Z0J_ubmfNW7xVotuZfNVE9RNzJe/s1600-h/eb2125.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403125408505377170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgu2l5gx5uEn8o6GVwB-7L8wroeC03XHMWA3BpZByPKgTO_pvtlQRhihhwkPb3KdgnRyUDPnsuvxgfz8XtnyTrDyKNeY3Svt0q-Eu9YCXxh9Dku-BT9Z0J_ubmfNW7xVotuZfNVE9RNzJe/s400/eb2125.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 250px;" /></a></p> <p style="font-style: italic;"><strong>Giveaway ends November 20 at midnight PST.</strong></p>

$200.00 Shopping Spree – Winter Giveaway

Favors By Serendipity is offering a $200.00 Shopping Spree towards anything on their site – including Cake Jewelry, Bridesmaids Gifts, Bridal Shower Favors, Wedding and Party Favors, Candy Buffet Packaging and more…..just for giving your opinion. With Winter approaching, they want to know if you wi…

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Ceci New York

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">I spent a lovely few days in Manhattan! Perfect weather, great food, spectacular shopping!</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />I was lucky enough to visit </span><a style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" href="http://www.cecinewyork.com/">Ceci<span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> New York</span></a><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">.</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Each letterpress piece was </span></span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">exquisite, </span></span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">unique, and defined elegant. Thank you to Brooke, who took such great care of my bride!</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV2XwcdqaPPKJ9c6FltASodPTEd3W82Hf9gPEJeN7sQujvSG0Hbj_lL17tR8B21IjAwTDt6jD1DkGnDH-C4Qb0M437CggaBuvPiIfSF_Uu9Aw7H_AhoLgfJI9y_-MEaQAc5m9JKeS6FWS8/s1600-h/24-ceci-letterpress-wedding-invitation.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402024927980611986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV2XwcdqaPPKJ9c6FltASodPTEd3W82Hf9gPEJeN7sQujvSG0Hbj_lL17tR8B21IjAwTDt6jD1DkGnDH-C4Qb0M437CggaBuvPiIfSF_Uu9Aw7H_AhoLgfJI9y_-MEaQAc5m9JKeS6FWS8/s400/24-ceci-letterpress-wedding-invitation.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 356px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJiYR4rqrEnbGod06HqwTjQLao2HSfIB6P-G-jzIHL7mpU68Bv6RjoOxbHoIX6DDf3UVhO5RgIdHq4P3Cp-Km3Ix_HUTUL5q9gDf6Dskz-G6SVOZmBWg53cH3Tmy7o7x3RxSWwFS6BiLF7/s1600-h/3814052856_681c849877.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402024425493631154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJiYR4rqrEnbGod06HqwTjQLao2HSfIB6P-G-jzIHL7mpU68Bv6RjoOxbHoIX6DDf3UVhO5RgIdHq4P3Cp-Km3Ix_HUTUL5q9gDf6Dskz-G6SVOZmBWg53cH3Tmy7o7x3RxSWwFS6BiLF7/s400/3814052856_681c849877.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 356px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYVRo8Csy7fIlfRAZguril9ROBENXTvYGJv7siG53bmHLIfsKgXjEEELoxthPRFqyGh10po8HzdhjrQ5Gtarp1zbtAo7rxDz687N3Z_W1OrebleE98MnVvxNmw_UGwurNFN9LJI1SZvWbs/s1600-h/6-ceci-letterpress-wedding-invitation.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402024423537368370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYVRo8Csy7fIlfRAZguril9ROBENXTvYGJv7siG53bmHLIfsKgXjEEELoxthPRFqyGh10po8HzdhjrQ5Gtarp1zbtAo7rxDz687N3Z_W1OrebleE98MnVvxNmw_UGwurNFN9LJI1SZvWbs/s400/6-ceci-letterpress-wedding-invitation.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px;" /></a>

Ceci New York

I spent a lovely few days in Manhattan! Perfect weather, great food, spectacular shopping! I was lucky enough to visit Ceci New York. Each letterpress piece was exquisite, unique, and defined elegant. Thank you to Brooke, who took such great care of my bride!…

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Fashion Friday: Halloween Beauty

<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 0);"> Happy Halloween!!!</span></span><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb5KtiMttYqfwAfgkzvhiZBAscq3Y1X7m7KbGDG7BeOppkcKpKa4_497QhasRtdlpTAgHGcIlXwtsxFEzccVILUaC42uty3pZNA7sCEAPWPVeqYPIJXKb6p2gKm94Y8OzyTVKWXcyYIHyP/s1600-h/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmpsejNhc3ZGM2hHeW5uUlRSam5NRVEAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398599734808375906" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb5KtiMttYqfwAfgkzvhiZBAscq3Y1X7m7KbGDG7BeOppkcKpKa4_497QhasRtdlpTAgHGcIlXwtsxFEzccVILUaC42uty3pZNA7sCEAPWPVeqYPIJXKb6p2gKm94Y8OzyTVKWXcyYIHyP/s400/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmpsejNhc3ZGM2hHeW5uUlRSam5NRVEAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br />Black Dress $7,472<br /><a style="color: rgb(51, 0, 0);" href="http://net-a-porter.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 0);">Net-A-Porter.com</span></a><br /><br />Betsey Johnson - Skull W. Bow Cameo Necklace $125<br /><a href="http://betseyjohnson.com/"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 0);">Betsey Johnson</span></a><br /><br />Tom Binns Crystal oval skull earrings $354<br /><a href="http://%20harveynichols.com/"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 0);">harveynichols.com</span></a><br /><br />Alexander McQueen Black Ornate Skull Clutch $2,735<br /><a href="http://alexandermcqueen.com/"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 0);">alexandermcqueen.com</span></a><br /><br />Givenchy Urania feather and leather sandals $1,150<br /><a href="http://net-a-porter.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 0);">Net-A-Porter.com</span></a>

Fashion Friday: Halloween Beauty

Happy Halloween!!!Black Dress $7,472Net-A-Porter.comBetsey Johnson - Skull W. Bow Cameo Necklace $125Betsey JohnsonTom Binns Crystal oval skull earrings $354harveynichols.comAlexander McQueen Black Ornate Skull Clutch $2,735alexandermcqueen.comGivenchy Urania feather and leather sandals $1,150Net-…

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Whimsical Crowns

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">I'm always on the lookout for beautiful, rustic elements for myself and brides. These sweet crowns from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5649119"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Which Goose</span></a> will give you a one-of-a-kind look. Be sure to check out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5649119"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Which Goose's</span></a> other accessories!</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkzpVp93iefuYkjpYEPEAEyyzR4EE61jNWu1zVPkTty4bmNRVZtAgXPTUGEM9v8fe0qkfXolxSO6dxv9JVnTJicshOIQ2fHu55OD-X-crxB_saxnrfgnLjQfJKHQQ-Uq2uGRGB_nRM0lGT/s1600-h/il_430xN.90571537.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392239763777649058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkzpVp93iefuYkjpYEPEAEyyzR4EE61jNWu1zVPkTty4bmNRVZtAgXPTUGEM9v8fe0qkfXolxSO6dxv9JVnTJicshOIQ2fHu55OD-X-crxB_saxnrfgnLjQfJKHQQ-Uq2uGRGB_nRM0lGT/s400/il_430xN.90571537.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 309px; height: 400px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLIziGGqYDqpZq9tueKDyr5BfYXhceYRWi7AVI8NwmsiDbkkeeIXLjxm1_lmF8tZ_m_zw-zMkJfnH2xSGVW2JY_Bg_xR3EzPZXW320iO58ZBIzrLhscmzU6QSaLVQ7_aTC6AUMdd0ceKZs/s1600-h/il_430xN.93231318.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392239777421219042" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLIziGGqYDqpZq9tueKDyr5BfYXhceYRWi7AVI8NwmsiDbkkeeIXLjxm1_lmF8tZ_m_zw-zMkJfnH2xSGVW2JY_Bg_xR3EzPZXW320iO58ZBIzrLhscmzU6QSaLVQ7_aTC6AUMdd0ceKZs/s400/il_430xN.93231318.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" /></a><br /></div>

Whimsical Crowns

I'm always on the lookout for beautiful, rustic elements for myself and brides. These sweet crowns from Which Goose will give you a one-of-a-kind look. Be sure to check out Which Goose's other accessories!…

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Fashion Fridays: Tim Burtons Dark Delights

<a href="http://www.timburton.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 0); font-style: italic;">Tim Burton</span></a><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> has an incredibly twisted and creative imagination, which I love. There is something beautiful in his deliriously dark <a href="http://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/fashion-articles/tim-burton-halloween-fashion-1009?click=pp"><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 0);">Harpers Bazaar</span></a> photo shoot!</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoOGphqSpLnC63bUHl78mfkty83apURM8P5scR3E7rFrTs2P7A_-f_j_wHlc9FSVQ3jvKXI8T8818PB0pM7XrTw__vNRbmC1b4mYc9FcU9-7DuWnffoLGwsGsiplBbU-VHRGQNGjww85yP/s1600-h/tim-burton-fashion-1009-01-de.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390821377985731970" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoOGphqSpLnC63bUHl78mfkty83apURM8P5scR3E7rFrTs2P7A_-f_j_wHlc9FSVQ3jvKXI8T8818PB0pM7XrTw__vNRbmC1b4mYc9FcU9-7DuWnffoLGwsGsiplBbU-VHRGQNGjww85yP/s320/tim-burton-fashion-1009-01-de.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJJfV6Z9rs1OIYdVOHxJL4M3NKWxSGMZLVBRjeN6LTEVIbLE9g5lBDJH1ia0q9XhrTqa2vZzVLWOAmaSrriolW9k3lZVBWTAGO2rr55OniC-cyS-TlIwI148fH4VegKMCFszJMcwKKVee4/s1600-h/tim-burton-fashion-1009-03-de.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390821393065139330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJJfV6Z9rs1OIYdVOHxJL4M3NKWxSGMZLVBRjeN6LTEVIbLE9g5lBDJH1ia0q9XhrTqa2vZzVLWOAmaSrriolW9k3lZVBWTAGO2rr55OniC-cyS-TlIwI148fH4VegKMCFszJMcwKKVee4/s320/tim-burton-fashion-1009-03-de.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhESlot4fzDgLQWeQyRFBCld6iJ4dccJfvNo66BXXC-3_HQrza2lvGuyIzi2GT0xpgLIYsOOHOLZYRpmCMOgh8rYL3SMJJd5HluE1lB_ev2x9JHBCLlb2aC9XibGa248cpG4En0mlSa0Uv8/s1600-h/tim-burton-fashion-1009-11-de.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390821558533999282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhESlot4fzDgLQWeQyRFBCld6iJ4dccJfvNo66BXXC-3_HQrza2lvGuyIzi2GT0xpgLIYsOOHOLZYRpmCMOgh8rYL3SMJJd5HluE1lB_ev2x9JHBCLlb2aC9XibGa248cpG4En0mlSa0Uv8/s320/tim-burton-fashion-1009-11-de.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCNWVQq0dOiUlqHNI1DgPEz-G1ZiMJl1HU64Sa2d0BXTHmn4kyFFsNWJ0c84sq7XU5YdVcuumam2wm7lG3rDI5mKzqc6pdVvKdUiNYv76_D_wwLOHrfluYGcTd6Vgi-lIVcTBgKfSuiWKd/s1600-h/tim-burton-fashion-1009-10-de.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390821408672475682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCNWVQq0dOiUlqHNI1DgPEz-G1ZiMJl1HU64Sa2d0BXTHmn4kyFFsNWJ0c84sq7XU5YdVcuumam2wm7lG3rDI5mKzqc6pdVvKdUiNYv76_D_wwLOHrfluYGcTd6Vgi-lIVcTBgKfSuiWKd/s320/tim-burton-fashion-1009-10-de.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnwX2Bslit-3yeu4H6uy8yUCGIvTnpNjxyL6t224o6l7_XEFzGopnWEPXGs3QvGGJplvFHDySuKMYeU7-6Ftra6752VTEkbtYQAtzDurfiy8nByCuxiLiyH4BEI3sMvYVDNFb5fOxgAJBB/s1600-h/tim-burton-fashion-1009-04-de.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390821400961998706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnwX2Bslit-3yeu4H6uy8yUCGIvTnpNjxyL6t224o6l7_XEFzGopnWEPXGs3QvGGJplvFHDySuKMYeU7-6Ftra6752VTEkbtYQAtzDurfiy8nByCuxiLiyH4BEI3sMvYVDNFb5fOxgAJBB/s320/tim-burton-fashion-1009-04-de.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcL0TnYmsD1YWjpQ2Em1IYSWj6-9ioB34JJ6xGslo1fjcV6A01yQKR6qL_lkwoL1ZVH44l2hfsqBVqZ46jlffkzK0LRiyMJFlcebKGX2kkK45I1YEBh4HwS-ByfsQ2aVpZZen80cod6c0h/s1600-h/tim-burton-fashion-1009-08-de.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390821901798137298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcL0TnYmsD1YWjpQ2Em1IYSWj6-9ioB34JJ6xGslo1fjcV6A01yQKR6qL_lkwoL1ZVH44l2hfsqBVqZ46jlffkzK0LRiyMJFlcebKGX2kkK45I1YEBh4HwS-ByfsQ2aVpZZen80cod6c0h/s320/tim-burton-fashion-1009-08-de.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 320px;" /></a>

Fashion Fridays: Tim Burtons Dark Delights

Tim Burton has an incredibly twisted and creative imagination, which I love. There is something beautiful in his deliriously dark Harpers Bazaar photo shoot!…

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Organic Nail Salon

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi84nrpjErRU4LORX61zjUeXI5RdE7_WJyo4_mLxLJxvINYBnovZtFVzhIJkLiGUlzlW0Tn64QHn1f2IsF964Ct5lTo0gRKmgjvt4jyhrGwET2b2o1wt0ALPglB4w3TfuSQlz95U_CYqhna/s1600-h/chi.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390476858746589202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi84nrpjErRU4LORX61zjUeXI5RdE7_WJyo4_mLxLJxvINYBnovZtFVzhIJkLiGUlzlW0Tn64QHn1f2IsF964Ct5lTo0gRKmgjvt4jyhrGwET2b2o1wt0ALPglB4w3TfuSQlz95U_CYqhna/s400/chi.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 204px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">If you're in need of a mani/pedi head over to <a href="http://www.chi-nailbar.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Chi Nail Bar</span></a>. Chi uses only 100% natural ingredients and organic products. Every treatment is individually blended utilizing organic and natural products that harness the botanical and life-giving energy of plants and the sea.</span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">They also do private parties so grab some girlfriends and head over to this lush green nail </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">salon.<br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgnahiV2r1bE1b4qD3UH0W7G6t805ylIRlz9sWF3cJCRTKnawh-FGO_xeRjeeWLLx1qdl6DT2rqDstV9ogz7aHC_pkCgCT2frIpKVLOpyIl8RoZ-GBuM8d3XTZxavUZPFY3Mn2HdIYyyKs/s1600-h/chi1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390476493121718226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgnahiV2r1bE1b4qD3UH0W7G6t805ylIRlz9sWF3cJCRTKnawh-FGO_xeRjeeWLLx1qdl6DT2rqDstV9ogz7aHC_pkCgCT2frIpKVLOpyIl8RoZ-GBuM8d3XTZxavUZPFY3Mn2HdIYyyKs/s400/chi1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 204px;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><span style="font-size:78%;"> Images Via </span></span><a href="http://www.carolinetran.net/"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 0, 51);font-size:78%;" >www.carolinetran.net</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" ><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;">Located</span> <span style="font-family:georgia;">9390 little santa monica boulevard</span> <span style="font-family:georgia;"> beverly hills california 90210</span> <a style="font-family: georgia;" href="http://www.chi-nailbar.com/infopage.html" class="tel">310.858.8803 </a></span>

Organic Nail Salon

If you're in need of a mani/pedi head over to Chi Nail Bar. Chi uses only 100% natural ingredients and organic products. Every treatment is individually blended utilizing organic and natural products that harness the botanical and life-giving energy of plants and the sea. They also do private p…

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Spooky Spirits

<span style="font-style: italic;">Rouse your guests "spirits" by </span><span style="font-style: italic;">serving up a little black magic -- in the form of cocktails made with vodka that's as dark as night</span>!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDTRXNH-r8YUdxhQU_hlOaLArEugOOAqJXJtOoNX0QxOg2RJD2SclrLQ0jpDY8TzbI2ObMYizTQ69c0CU160nfHbVYl7GhvDwvU-DQFIA3yZ_4C-NkYs4XrJxaZdG2RrtUwf-yVwpd_Onv/s1600-h/la100282_1003_spookyspirits_xl.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389752149476414514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDTRXNH-r8YUdxhQU_hlOaLArEugOOAqJXJtOoNX0QxOg2RJD2SclrLQ0jpDY8TzbI2ObMYizTQ69c0CU160nfHbVYl7GhvDwvU-DQFIA3yZ_4C-NkYs4XrJxaZdG2RrtUwf-yVwpd_Onv/s400/la100282_1003_spookyspirits_xl.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Image and Receipt from <span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);">Martha Stewart.com</span></span><br /></span><p style="font-style: italic;"><b>Ghost in the Graveyard</b><br />Serves 1<br />2 ounces black vodka<br />2 ounces creme de cacao or coffee-flavored liqueur<br />1 scoop vanilla ice cream<br />Pinch of finely grated nutmeg, for garnish</p><p style="font-style: italic;">In a glass, combine vodka and creme de cacao, and set aside. Place a scoop of ice cream in a highball glass, and slowly pour vodka mixture over ice cream. Garnish with nutmeg; serve immediately.</p><p style="font-style: italic;"><b>Screwed-Up Screwdriver</b><br />Serves 1<br />1/4 cup ice<br />1/2 cup freshly squeezed tangerine juice<br />1 1/2 ounces black vodka<br />1 black licorice twist, for serving</p><p style="font-style: italic;">Place ice in a tall glass. Pour juice into glass. Pour vodka over the back of a cocktail spoon into glass so it sits on top of juice and creates a layer of black. Slice 1/4 inch off each end of licorice, and use as a straw. Serve immediately.</p><p style="font-style: italic;"><b>Berry Scary Martini</b><br />Serves 1<br />1 cup ice<br />1 ounce black vodka<br />2 ounces cherry juice<br />Fresh raspberries and blueberries, for garnish</p><p style="font-style: italic;">Combine ice, vodka, and cherry juice in a cocktail shaker; shake vigorously. Pour into a martini glass. Thread raspberries and blueberries onto a cocktail skewer, and place in drink. Serve immediately.</p>

Spooky Spirits

Rouse your guests "spirits" by serving up a little black magic -- in the form of cocktails made with vodka that's as dark as night!Image and Receipt from Martha Stewart.comGhost in the GraveyardServes 12 ounces black vodka2 ounces creme de cacao or coffee-flavored liqueur1 scoop vanilla ice creamPin…

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Pink for the Cure

<span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102); font-style: italic;">What is a bud but a promise yet to be fulfilled?</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102); font-style: italic;">And what is a vase?</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102); font-style: italic;">Like a promise, it all depends on what you put into it!</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8L8i8dXmRPa6dWTG1QkVSUJ3HYf-pDszBHjYlqXwWIXTWIJlqgWyJQuaVRyKTLmhnM_LLObZ37z-8c_52WdBpGsrWWMJgB0PgJALwEzQG4XuNLa1nz7Y263q0JLaAT-qoFkAWsVYfeJXH/s1600-h/FA36_3_500x500.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5388977107964328978" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8L8i8dXmRPa6dWTG1QkVSUJ3HYf-pDszBHjYlqXwWIXTWIJlqgWyJQuaVRyKTLmhnM_LLObZ37z-8c_52WdBpGsrWWMJgB0PgJALwEzQG4XuNLa1nz7Y263q0JLaAT-qoFkAWsVYfeJXH/s400/FA36_3_500x500.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 386px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102); font-style: italic;">Order the Rose Bud Box by <a href="http://www.floralartla.com/"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Floral Art</span></a> througho</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102); font-style: italic;">ut the month of October and 15% of your purchase will be donation to The Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research.</span>

Pink for the Cure

What is a bud but a promise yet to be fulfilled?And what is a vase? Like a promise, it all depends on what you put into it!Order the Rose Bud Box by Floral Art throughout the month of October and 15% of your purchase will be donation to The Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research.…

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Fashion Fridays: Natural Elegance

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" >Creme Brulee, gold and copper with a touch of sage creates an elegant and natural color palette for a Fall wedding. Couldn't you see yourself getting married at the<span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> <a style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" href="http://www.figueroamountainfarmhouse.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">F</span>igueroa</a> Mountain Farmhouse</span>, in those amazing </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" >Christian Louboutin sequined ballerina slippers?</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:78%;" ><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgetftY3uGm99s6mJyHb1in5_IoOmoYMTTnk6jhwwZgtfq-i-PWn4bUwBfg3z3xaLPVF_odVnZDMLLppj1rlKHfPWs2NnUb4lxeEfmmEwZhxM21016ElSOA0ly1-ak0JBueAt65_rfHwZEO/s1600-h/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkJ1OTBPeHV2M2hHWXV6LWQ0WWl5TUEAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387896652724734242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgetftY3uGm99s6mJyHb1in5_IoOmoYMTTnk6jhwwZgtfq-i-PWn4bUwBfg3z3xaLPVF_odVnZDMLLppj1rlKHfPWs2NnUb4lxeEfmmEwZhxM21016ElSOA0ly1-ak0JBueAt65_rfHwZEO/s400/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkJ1OTBPeHV2M2hHWXV6LWQ0WWl5TUEAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:78%;" >Gaudi Comb | Mimco $35<br /><a style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" href="http://mimco.com.au/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Mimco</span></a><br /><br />Button Earrings $25<br /><a href="http://yesstyle.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Yes Style.com</span></a><br /><br />Hansel & Gretel Maxi Dress by Irwin & Jordan $391<br /><a href="http://my-wardrobe.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">My Wardrobe</span></a><br /><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.polyvore.com/baby_alpaca_vest/thing?.mid=ecard&id=2982528"><br /></a></span> <div><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:78%;" >Baby Alpaca Vest $775<br /><a href="http://vivre.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Virve</span></a><br /><br />Christian Louboutin Sequined ballerina shoe $628<br /></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://brownsfashion.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102); font-style: italic;">Brown Fashion</span></a><br /></span></div>

Fashion Fridays: Natural Elegance

Creme Brulee, gold and copper with a touch of sage creates an elegant and natural color palette for a Fall wedding. Couldn't you see yourself getting married at the Figueroa Mountain Farmhouse, in those amazing Christian Louboutin sequined ballerina slippers?Gaudi Comb | Mimco $35MimcoButton Earrin…

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Just for Fun...mmmmm Donuts

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4UeFbLdoRJ3FPt7urkXAt418GYcHrOY90zVZF63SImgWP85NmoMgVKVjdC3F_6Gg_4AYo83l3eEUX4wAYbHZKpBvZQYpmz5UYW8_dtbkRrK0qN36cHPUFM7vDgiDVM5IJwWxm0Ik6Za4l/s1600-h/divine_order_02.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387740853376540722" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4UeFbLdoRJ3FPt7urkXAt418GYcHrOY90zVZF63SImgWP85NmoMgVKVjdC3F_6Gg_4AYo83l3eEUX4wAYbHZKpBvZQYpmz5UYW8_dtbkRrK0qN36cHPUFM7vDgiDVM5IJwWxm0Ik6Za4l/s400/divine_order_02.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 305px;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" >Image Via <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.blogspot.com/"><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 0);">Green Wedding Shoes</span></a>, photo by <a href="http://divineorderphotography.com/"><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 0);">Divine Order Photography</span></a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><br />I love the donuts idea, what an unique take on a cake, and budget friendly! Perfect for a day wedding or any other party! <br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">They can double as your favors!</span></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> Killing two birds with one stone! That's an awful connotations, but you get the point.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;color:#800000;"></span>

Just for Fun...mmmmm Donuts

Image Via Green Wedding Shoes, photo by Divine Order PhotographyI love the donuts idea, what an unique take on a cake, and budget friendly! Perfect for a day wedding or any other party! They can double as your favors! Killing two birds with one stone! That's an awful connotations, but you get the p…

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Jewerly Fundraiser for Cancer

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="slideshowcutline">Sherine Iskander, is helping organize a jewelry sale to help raise funds for her mother Nadia Iskander who has multiple kinds of cancer. The money will provide financial support during Nadia's recovery period, and </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">a portion will go to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="slideshowcutline">The sale is planned for September 28-October 3.<br /><br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMqf3cunVcmjoAU4jgxH_meoDx2JJaLgpnTX3dhvFhbBZ2s15C1DDOHK2gIq6kZGndGaxRNoHHav1VAeTr21lfr1PX7tkffa9zFRK2R-UZirOu9t3yKgw-ts56K6kPTqrU0Pr25vJkG9T-/s1600-h/mr1426b_simon_g_wedding_engagement_ring_primary.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387168253766203746" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMqf3cunVcmjoAU4jgxH_meoDx2JJaLgpnTX3dhvFhbBZ2s15C1DDOHK2gIq6kZGndGaxRNoHHav1VAeTr21lfr1PX7tkffa9zFRK2R-UZirOu9t3yKgw-ts56K6kPTqrU0Pr25vJkG9T-/s320/mr1426b_simon_g_wedding_engagement_ring_primary.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZBdNYHH8pWnA_okyUk-Q6UL2koqNQYUoByzqWVduBcSvoLLvgxpsi_cfxqlV5BzIX4dk8HaJGPod6aSgqyyGsFbPzYL-I6iZpTdtUAPmlCzzWs0pJhPvqDsdm8OK3uYbkEUkYq991rQVZ/s1600-h/dr232_primary.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387168245217727874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZBdNYHH8pWnA_okyUk-Q6UL2koqNQYUoByzqWVduBcSvoLLvgxpsi_cfxqlV5BzIX4dk8HaJGPod6aSgqyyGsFbPzYL-I6iZpTdtUAPmlCzzWs0pJhPvqDsdm8OK3uYbkEUkYq991rQVZ/s320/dr232_primary.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);" class="slideshowcutline"><span style="font-size:78%;">Image Via: <a href="http://brides.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Brides.com</span></a><br /><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">If you want to take part in the jewelry sale fundraiser, you can stop by Elegance Jewelry from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting Tuesday through Saturday. That's at 9102 Adams Avenue in Huntington Beach, and the phone number is (714) 968-1288.</span>

Jewerly Fundraiser for Cancer

Sherine Iskander, is helping organize a jewelry sale to help raise funds for her mother Nadia Iskander who has multiple kinds of cancer. The money will provide financial support during Nadia's recovery period, and a portion will go to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The sale is planned for…

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Movies Under the Stars

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Lights…Camera….Action!<br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipMNabck01jazSSImLH0UqxeLQFuoMbO89b9-TtRJg0xUSMi4w1rsQraX3g5iKyVfKk018QrQc6Jjl9sORHHyMSB3zTwCCL2da2lY43Ef5D_7P_2SEQDVBFujbTLa0-qCtb2393yVyAQ8i/s1600-h/movienight.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386808386879489298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipMNabck01jazSSImLH0UqxeLQFuoMbO89b9-TtRJg0xUSMi4w1rsQraX3g5iKyVfKk018QrQc6Jjl9sORHHyMSB3zTwCCL2da2lY43Ef5D_7P_2SEQDVBFujbTLa0-qCtb2393yVyAQ8i/s400/movienight.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 232px; height: 400px;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><a href="http://blog.tinyprints.com/tag/birthday-party-themes/page/2/"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:78%;" > Via Image</span></a><br /><br />If your looking for a fun party idea plan an outdoor movie night! Kick back and watch a movie with a few of your closest friends and family. Birthday, and graduations parties are perfect for movie night parties. Even the chic <a href="http://www.theparkerpalmsprings.com/index.php"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);"> <span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Parker</span></span></a> in Palm Springs has created a rehearsal dinner package.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">The Food… </span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Flatbread Pizza Station, Assorted Gourmet Popcorn, Soft Jumbo Pretzels, and Movie Candies! </span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br /><br />The Drinks… </span> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Slushies, and a Beer and Wine Bar!</span>

Movies Under the Stars

Lights…Camera….Action! Via ImageIf your looking for a fun party idea plan an outdoor movie night! Kick back and watch a movie with a few of your closest friends and family. Birthday, and graduations parties are perfect for movie night parties. Even the chic Parker in Palm Springs has created a r…

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Fashion Fridays: Autumn Bride

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ONzac7WOnzV04w6B1T4oSzLgFjXvEnIQrCmSkU2mOXGaHB1X_FnIl5DRHe9eWpW-uqPfcm93G8BkVWcArq2P7B5pjFc6u_i95dBaMRGfMMLBKPPf-YDBnom8Wu8kLIpMxPAeyXLpBmVo/s1600-h/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFnpxYW91cG5iM1JHaWNaQ19CYnFMamcAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5385611103387344690" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ONzac7WOnzV04w6B1T4oSzLgFjXvEnIQrCmSkU2mOXGaHB1X_FnIl5DRHe9eWpW-uqPfcm93G8BkVWcArq2P7B5pjFc6u_i95dBaMRGfMMLBKPPf-YDBnom8Wu8kLIpMxPAeyXLpBmVo/s400/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFnpxYW91cG5iM1JHaWNaQ19CYnFMamcAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Using this season's colors of nomad and creme brulee, <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?id=389555"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Carcudda</span></a> creates a stunning inspiration board for a Fall or Winter wedding.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Vera Wang Gown</span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /><a href="http://www.verawangonweddings.com/"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Vera Wang</span></a></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Jacket</span><br /><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.mytheresa.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">My Theresa</span></a></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: pointer; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_7">Marc by Marc Jacobs</span><span style="font-style: italic;"> Bow Jewels Bow Ring</span><br /><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://couture.zappos.com/n/multi_view.cgi?product_id=7434603&color_id=38788&view=multi&ref=multi-button#"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Couture Zappos</span></a></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:78%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Mother of Pearl Necklace </span><strong style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;">$1,485</strong><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Vivre</span></span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); background: rgb(220, 238, 255) none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: pointer; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_9"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: text; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_12"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: text; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_12">Betsy Johnson Pearl</span><span style="font-style: italic;"> Multi </span><span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: text; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_13">Charm Bracelet</span><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Zappos<br /></span></span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="border-bottom: 1px dashed rgb(0, 102, 204); background: rgb(220, 238, 255) none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: pointer; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_9"><br /></span></span> <div style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: normal;font-size:78%;" ><span style="font-style: italic;">Sterling Flower </span><span style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: text; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; font-style: italic;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_19">Whimsy</span><span style="font-style: italic;"> Ring</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:78%;" ><strong style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span></strong></span><span style="font-weight: normal;font-size:78%;" ><strong style="font-style: italic;"></strong></span><span style="font-weight: normal;font-size:78%;" ><strong style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">$</span>60 </strong></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:78%;" ><strong style="font-style: italic;"><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://jansjewells.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102); font-weight: normal;">Jan Jewells</span></a></strong></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /></span><div style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><strong style="font-weight: normal;"><br />Isharya Gypsy Earrings $175</strong></span> </div><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:78%;" ><a style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;" href="http://net-a-porter.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Net A Porter</span></a><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;">Bronze Aries </span><span style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; cursor: pointer; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous; font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1253934629_15">Platform Shoes</span><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;"> by Terry de Havilland $559</span><br /><a style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;" href="http://my-wardrobe.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">My Wardrobe</span></a></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><br /></span></div>

Fashion Fridays: Autumn Bride

Using this season's colors of nomad and creme brulee, Carcudda creates a stunning inspiration board for a Fall or Winter wedding.Vera Wang GownVera WangJacketMy TheresaMarc by Marc Jacobs Bow Jewels Bow RingCouture ZapposMother of Pearl Necklace $1,485VivreBetsy Johnson Pearl Multi Charm BraceletZap…

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DIY Tufted Moss Ring Pillow

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMXTRLvtUdpEl5f1Fy0kvq4HzLHBi4LoHsj47MfdjCHeOjwEjHGm2r2XpFKRO7bJoet9OFd1TBpyyaiEFHp9ZdmDmpJmVMm3zeHwDJZAtAYWJ2J-msJo7nDMEDh9rPYOjVCIbfk35aFjd/s1600-h/diy-tufted-ring-moss-pillow.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384226723989919698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMXTRLvtUdpEl5f1Fy0kvq4HzLHBi4LoHsj47MfdjCHeOjwEjHGm2r2XpFKRO7bJoet9OFd1TBpyyaiEFHp9ZdmDmpJmVMm3zeHwDJZAtAYWJ2J-msJo7nDMEDh9rPYOjVCIbfk35aFjd/s400/diy-tufted-ring-moss-pillow.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 266px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br /><strong style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">What You’ll Need:</strong> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> A 5″ x 5″ X 2″ piece of Styrofoam</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> 2 feet ribbon (2″ wide)</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> 3 yards of ribbon (1/4″ wide)</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> A 6″ x 6″ scrap of fabric</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> A handful of sphagnum moss</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> Straight pins</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> Round-headed corsage pins</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">. A pair of scissors</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">.</span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIkCudtJVCgioDQoo62G7acPVWXnh69iwPAq3EAJhNlFibXlbn9KN0tYF1E1yiTMbFh8g2Fj4wYqGRYbfAapMIdGZcGeeDU0_1wf7JCfcN7wCRtLFgQlEKtbF4Cvbp2APJHc3luRlIkFgg/s1600-h/diy-moss-ring-bearer-pillow-2.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384226714236587442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIkCudtJVCgioDQoo62G7acPVWXnh69iwPAq3EAJhNlFibXlbn9KN0tYF1E1yiTMbFh8g2Fj4wYqGRYbfAapMIdGZcGeeDU0_1wf7JCfcN7wCRtLFgQlEKtbF4Cvbp2APJHc3luRlIkFgg/s400/diy-moss-ring-bearer-pillow-2.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 343px;" /></a><br /><strong style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Instructions</strong></div> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">1. Center your fabric face up on the Styrofoam square Fold the fabric<br />edges over sides of the Styrofoam and secure with straight pins. Wrap<br />the corners neatly and pin. (see figure 1)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">2. Turn your Styrofoam over so the fabric side is down. Take your<br />sphagnum moss and stretch it out across the top of the Styrofoam. Be sure<br />that the moss completely covers the surface. (see figure 2)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">3. Cut a length of the skinnier ribbon and run it diagonally across the<br />mossed surface. Attach both ends of the ribbons on the sides of the<br />Styrofoam using straight pins. Repeat this process to create a diagonal<br />grid of ribbon on the top of the pillow.</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">4. Take your corsage pins and stick them into the points where the<br />ribbons intersect on the pillow top. (see figure 4)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">5. Turn the pillow on it’s side and pin the end of the wider ribbon in<br />the center of the side, using your straight pins. (see figure 5)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">6. Wrap the ribbon around all four sides, concealing the fabric edges and<br />skinny ribbon tails. Pull it tightly as you go and keep the ribbon edges<br />lined up with the edges of the pillow. (see figure 5)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">7. When you pass your starting point, fold under the ribbon tail and pin<br />it down using your corsage pins. (see figure 6)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">8. Trim off any loose moss bits.</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">9. Cut a 12″ length of the skinnier ribbon and tie it to the corsage pin<br />in the center of the pillow. Attach your rings by tying a bow. (see<br />figure 7)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><strong>What it costs:</strong><br />Styrofoam square $.90<br />Ribbon $3.00<br />Corsage Pins $2<br />Small bag of moss $1.80<br />Total = $7.70</p> <p><span style="font-size:85%;"><em><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Project created by </span><a style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" href="http://www.lalalaurie.com/" target="_blank">Laurie Cinotto,</a></em></span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-style: italic;"> Via <a style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" href="http://www.oncewed.com/7568/diy-wedding/once-wed/diy-tufted-moss-ring-pillow-2/?currentPage=1">Once Wed</a></span></span><br /></p>

DIY Tufted Moss Ring Pillow

What You’ll Need: A 5″ x 5″ X 2″ piece of Styrofoam 2 feet ribbon (2″ wide) 3 yards of ribbon (1/4″ wide) A 6″ x 6″ scrap of fabric A handful of sphagnum moss Straight pins Round-headed corsage pins. A pair of scissors.Instructions 1. Center your fabric face up on the Styrofoam squa…

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