July 2010

Olympus E-PL1 Camera

July 30, 2010
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I’ll admit it was the look that first drew me to this camera (yes, I do judge a book by it’s cover). But when it has the features to support it’s retro-cool look (based on the original PEN camera’s of the 1960′s, one of the first compact cameras), the Olympus PEN E-PL1 digital camera really [...]

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Iron Butterfly Crown

July 29, 2010
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The proceeds of this gorgeous, bohemian crown go to Designers Against Aids. The antique iron crown is adorned with freshwater pearls, rare macw feathers and 3 taxidermy butterflies. If this one of a kind piece sells out, make your own crown for the person of honour using unique materials that only they would love. I [...]

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Blender

July 28, 2010
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Gifted Asked: What is the best gift you’ve ever recieved? You Responded: “I just got a Hamilton Beach Single-Serve Blender and I. LOVE. It! Now I’m on a smoothie kick! I’m blending plain Liberty yogurt with frozen blueberries, Body Logix Women’s Protein Powder in Vanilla and a generous splash of XanGo mangosteen juice — delish!” [...]

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Phuze Design Bling Rings

July 27, 2010
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Most weekend mornings I wake up and start to surf…clicking though the blogs and sites I follow for inspiration. This past weekend I fell for these candy-rific rings by Phuze Design featured on Lucky Penny. LP also let me know us Canadians can buy them on A to Zane (where they also sell gorgeous Tila [...]

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So Chic Gifts

July 26, 2010
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This site is chock full of great gifts from a magnetic inspiration board to monogrammed golf club links to a personalized postcard pillow. But the gift I’m thinking about ordering for a lil one is this adorable zoo-printed towel set. So Chic Gifts Zoo Animals Terry Hooded Towel Set, $36. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Sensitive [...]

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Alexander Wang Bag

July 25, 2010
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Mr. Wang paid a visit to Toronto this week and had fashion fiends all a flutter. I love this classic leather slouch bag with subtly placed studs to add a little edge. Please give this to someone else or I’m going to buy it for me! Alexander Wang Bag, $850. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Kate [...]

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Ice Cream Revolution Ball

July 24, 2010
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What a fun way to make favourite summer treat (who’s kidding who…i eat ice cream almost every day of the year)! Add ingredients then toss the Ice Cream Revolution ball back and forth to create home made deliciousness. Ice Cream Revolution Ball, $24.97. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Ice Cream TubDelight ChocolateCrazy Face MagnetibookBobette and Belle [...]

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Care Package

July 23, 2010
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Oh Martha! You make me want to make things and do things and bake things…. On the Martha Stewart Craft Dept blog I was reminded of how much I loved receiving care packages while away at summer camp. But someone doesn’t need to be away for you to send them a personalized care package – [...]

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Thrasher & Wren Alphabet Prints

July 22, 2010
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I’ve discovered another new decor blog that I just love The Marion House Book. She recently featured these adorable alphabet prints by Thrasher & Wren. Available in several different styles from U is for Umbrellabet to P is for Poppabet – there is one for every kid out there. Thrasher & Wren C is For [...]

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Outdoor Party Lights

July 21, 2010
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Just like mind-readers Apartment Therapy posted about outdoor lights right when I was looking for some (yes it is summer…the too short season we can live outdoors…but still, I love when that happens!). How brilliant to bring a string of these lights to a house or backyard-warming party to make a lovely space even brighter. [...]

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