I cannot wait to try these. I have tried a lot of self-tanners.Smashbox. Fusion. Neutrogena, etc.I saw Kate Sommerville talking about these on QVC this past weekend. No smell. Dries almost as soon as you put it on. Will not transfer to your clothes or wash off. It works with the proteins in your skin. She recommends once a week to keep it up once you get the color you desire. A little pricy but I am willing to give… [Read More]
Havaianas are flip flops made is Brazil and they are Superior with a capital ‘S’.Dini’s of Los Angeles takes Havaianas one step further and transforms them with a Swarovski crystal charm. I found my first Havaianas flip flops in Nantucket a couple years ago at the Lilly store In The Pink . Wouldn’t you know I had to travel 3,000 miles from LA to find a supplier in my own backyard? Figures. I bought a bright pink pair with the… [Read More]
Not in my backyard! Even though California is known for it’s ‘June Gloom’ where we have a thick marine layer that hangs in there all day near the coast and the inland valleys things were bright and cheery in our backyard this weekend without our normal sunshine.We started with a trip to a local nursery in San Juan Capistrano and purchased dozens of flats of color. ‘Color’ is the term used in the trade for seasonal annual flowering plants but… [Read More]
I LOVE the month of June & “All Things Summer!” To celebrate the official kick-off of summer and my birthday this month (Geminis – yeah!) it’s time for me tohost my very first give-away!! I am so excited!!!I’ll host a give-away once a Week for the month of June (except for the last week that bumps into the July 4th weekend) ~ so that is 4 spectacular summer give-aways!! For this first week, I’d like you to know…I think you… [Read More]
Canvas Flag Tote calfskin Leather from a young calf, it is smooth-surfaced, fine-grained, and durable. It does not scuff easily, stretches only moderately, and cleans well. nickel A silver-white hard metal capable of a high polish and resistant to corrosion. Canvas and leather. Shiny nickel hardware. Lined with navy moire. Leather handles. 13 1/2″ x 11″ x3 3/4″. Imported. On sale. SHARE THIS POST:
When you’re dining in da ‘hood….you can still entertain elegantly while being under siege. “Our Polaris Polycarbonate Outdoor Dinnerware looks like crystal but won’t break like it. This collection is crafted of high-quality, transparent polycarbonate — the same material used in bulletproof glass and riot shields.” ~ Frontgate I know what they were trying to say here but after living in LA and having experienced a sniper attack on my university owned apartment building complete with SWAT team and having… [Read More]
I like this picture.It reminds me of my date when I was a junior going to my prom. My date in 1975 wore a baby blue tux. I could get out my pictures from the garage and post them but they are in a box – that is sealed – in a white trash bag – that is sealed. I am way too lazy to do this. This picture also reminds me of the Mystery Date Game guy who ten… [Read More]
I was very fortunate recently to win an unbelievably fabulous and most generous give-away from Jillian, Inc. She hosted an entire week of out-of-this-world goodies! I’ve been a follower of her blog since I began blogging. She is witty and clever and always a fun read. Her tag line is ‘Life. Laundry. Lipgloss.’Don’t you love that? I won 3 gift certificates! $50 to Target – $50 to J. Crew and $10 to Starbucks. The day Jillian’s envelope came in the… [Read More]
Sometimes we are just too close to a situation to be objective. This is a time when we need to seek the assistance of someone who is gifted and has the ability to see into the future. This is when I call my friend who is a seer. My dear, dear friend Suzi whom I have mentioned before is this person for me. This is just one of her many talents in the astral plane of the shopping world. She… [Read More]
It’s time to think about what I’d like for my Birthday next month. Fantasizing that my budget is unlimited is the best part. Don’t we all love to do this? If Mr. Pink Martini ever read my blog he would find many ideas to surprise me with and since gift buying is not a particularly strong suit of his I have made it very easy for him. Key: * = Easily Obtainable. No brainer. ** = The ‘wow’ factor would… [Read More]
Bridal Shower Gifts and Wrapping Ideas
Carlo’s Bakery Cannolis and Lobster Tail Pastries
Pretty Pink Petal Cake – A Wilton Cake Decorating Technique
The Espresso Martini
Bat Cookies! with Steamed, Rolled Fondant
Gift Basket Ideas For A Silent Auction
Decorated Wedding Cookies – Part 2
My Green Flash List
