tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52530002365308723662024-03-09T18:46:23.785-08:00Twilight Soaps & Giftstwilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-13334778900607188022012-08-17T11:12:00.001-07:002012-08-17T11:22:43.971-07:00To the Spa We Go!<br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Twilight Soaps & Gifts has been a proud vendor at <a href="http://www.ultimabellezzasalon.com/">Ultima Bellezza Salon</a> in Stillwater, MN for a few years now and have enjoyed every minute of it!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I started collaborating with one of their new Stylists, Rebekah Johnson, to come up with some specialty Spa products and fragrances you can only get at the salon and with her fabulous pedicures and manicures! After figuring out what products Becky needed to complete her pedicures, we decided that a Foot Soak, Salt Scrub, and Shea Butter lotion would be the fit for her! The custom scent for the Salon for the Summer is Limoncello! It was inspired by the Tuscan ambiance of the salon! For Fall and Winter, it will be something different, so make sure you book your appointments in advance! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I went in to test the products and see how Becky does her pedicures about a week ago. I know, it must be rough to have to try my products like that :) I can tell you, I waited too long to get one! I decided to get the Spa Pedicure which includes soaking your feet in a custom made Foot Soak, Scrub, lotion, and a foot/leg massage! It was the most relaxed I have been in a long time!<br /><br />The Spa area is very soothing and the spa chairs massage you as you get your pedicure! It's a must try! I'm so excited that the all natural products provided will be available for people to try in a pedicure! <a href="http://www.ultimabellezzasalon.com/">Ultima Bellezza Salon</a> is such a great place and I am loving the new opportunity to share my products!</span><br />
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For more information or to book an appointment, please go to <a href="http://www.ultimabellezzasalon.com/">www.ultimabellezzasalon.com </a><br />
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twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-53336243431262154972012-08-07T08:21:00.002-07:002012-08-07T08:28:10.698-07:00Introducing...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been making jewelry since I was child. I always enjoy doing something creative and incorporating new and unusual materials. Two years ago my father started making jewelry to give him something to do in his retirement. My line has always been part of Twilight Soaps & Gifts, but in the last year or so, it's really been coming into it's own. I started using unique materials like aircraft parts, safety wire, and other finding to create one of kind creations and it just didn't fit in with Twilight Soaps & Gifts anymore. My dad's line, Pacific Shores Stone Works was having trouble gaining visibility on its own and we got to the point were it seemed like a wonderful idea to merge forces and create one line! That's when we came up with raDesigns!</div>
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The name is simple, but we hope the line and each of our distinct collections will be memorable!</div>
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We started an etsy shop and have just a few things listed, but you can expect more to come from us very soon with a launch party, website, and more! I want to thank everyone for their support over the years for all of my ventures! I hope you will enjoy our new company as much as we enjoy creating the pieces for it!</div>
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</tbody></table>It's not always easy to keep on all of the latest trends out there. Sometimes I try to create my own and break away from the pack to create something new and fresh. Something that people haven't seen before.<br />
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</tbody></table>For anyone who knows me, I always have a lot going on, but there are two things in my life that I always have time for because they are important to me and have helped to shape who I am: the Minnesota Wing Commemorative Air Force which is a WWII Aircraft Museum. It's much more than just a museum, it represents family to me and a part of history that I feel is especially import to preserve. My grandfather was a member and so was my father so the family aspect is deeply ingrained in me. I also met my husband there and we both volunteer for the museum, which makes it extra special. The second thing is the fact that I grew up in Juneau, Alaska. Growing up in such a small town with such a wealth of nature and beauty surrounding me has given me an appreciation for the world around me and all the beauty it holds. It's also given me the chance to be creative and to use things I find around me. Nature doesn't care who you are or what you do, you are a part of it, no matter what!<br />
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One of my more recent (by recent, I mean this year) endeavors has been to create a line of jewelry made from Aircraft and car parts, nuts, bolts, cotter pins, etc. Its been quite a unique experience to take something that can be very utilitarian and industrial and turn it into something beautiful and wearable.<br />
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I recently started selling my line which I have dubbed as the Aurora25 collection (which represents my love of natural beauty from growing up in Alaska and my love of WWII Aircraft and what they represent) at the Minnesota Wing Commemorative Air Force Gift Shop. 50% of all the sales go towards the Wing and projects they need to complete. <br />
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Trying to bring this collection to the masses, I brought a few of the piece to Parc Boutique in NE Minneapolis. The earrings to your right are available at<a href="http://www.parcboutique.com/"> Parc Boutique</a>, but all styles are unique and will not be replicated! A portion of the sales at Parc Boutique, online, or anywhere they are sold will go towards the CAF Minnesota Wing. <br />
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I can't wait to bring this collection into full swing, as it's been almost a year in the making. From design to completion, I think you will all enjoy!twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-32968009317586507152011-09-15T08:51:00.000-07:002011-09-16T06:07:13.460-07:00Another new venture..of Vintage Fashion<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE-E1rxKjamzOaEWk5UNpS0YLMG9G-c75HvXEFlFReCF2QlQMld3gNYCAqKeTUYFpe8OVHjrP9_xm4XgB9Gcwlz0-Dopt5w_9g2TFrtoV62v8PmyIcB5qnp9Ho9qTw51ZMAIbxlD46VKjF/s1600/silver+purse+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE-E1rxKjamzOaEWk5UNpS0YLMG9G-c75HvXEFlFReCF2QlQMld3gNYCAqKeTUYFpe8OVHjrP9_xm4XgB9Gcwlz0-Dopt5w_9g2TFrtoV62v8PmyIcB5qnp9Ho9qTw51ZMAIbxlD46VKjF/s320/silver+purse+2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>In my vast amount of extra time between running a non-profit organization, owning a Soap Business, Consulting, a day job, and teaching children's art classes (whew! I'm worn out just saying that)...I decided to start taking some of the wonderful vintage I have been collecting over the years and share them with the world. <br />
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With hosting two WWII dances at the <a href="http://www.cafmn.org/">Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing</a>, my collections began to grow even more. In addition to Civilian clothing, I started collecting vintage Military items with my husband. I'm finding there are quite a lot of people interested in dressing up for the dances...so I decided to start my own Etsy site for vintage stuff. I only just began posting things...so you will find purses, jewelry, records and such. You can expect to find coats, dresses, and more very soon. Eventually, I will be creating a site for people to rent items specifically for dances and other functions. My thought is that while many people may attend these "Retro" bashes, they may not want to invest in the piece. So, why not rent it for the night just like you would a tux or dress for a formal engagement!<br />
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Stayed tuned for that...I'm thinking that is a great Winter project to get going. In the mean time, check out the Etsy site called Amelia's Vintage Closet. The site is named after our little kitten who is enamored with all of the sparkly things hanging in my closet!<br />
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<a href="http://www.ameliasvintagecloset.etsy.com/">www.ameliasvintagecloset.etsy.com </a>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-23204417969358497152011-05-19T07:17:00.000-07:002011-05-19T07:17:19.067-07:00Fabulous lashes at an affordable priceWhen you think of Wet N Wild, I'm sure the first thing that comes to mind is cheap nailpolish you can pick up at the drug store, but they have evolved so much farther beyond that! I started playing around with a few of their inexpensive bronzers and eye shadows and I was pleasantly surprised. Wet n Wild holds up to the competition in many ways...but lets get to the point of this post- Eye Lashes! Most girls want fabulously long lashes and we have all tried countless brands that leave us feeling less then trilled. They clump, the flake, they burn our eyes...we don't need that kind of abuse! If your like me, you want something simple that is cost effective and works! Simple!<br />
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You might be asking why I am sharing this with when it's not related to my soaps or jewelry? It's simple really..you can get a great product without breaking the bank! Plus, Wet N Wild does not test on animals (unlike a lot of the other brands out there).<br />
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So here's the link...enjoy! <a href="http://wnwbeauty.com/Product.php?Pid=95">http://wnwbeauty.com/Product.php?Pid=95 </a>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-53291459651374708302011-04-26T06:47:00.000-07:002011-04-26T06:47:42.841-07:00How time fliesIt's been longer then I had intended from my last blog post! Sometimes time just gets away from you!<br />
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Twilight Soaps & Gifts has been really busy this year so far....2011 has been full of new shops, trunk shows, and new products (coming soon- my fabulous soothing foot soak), and jewelry lines (Aurora25).<br />
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Most recently, Twilight Soaps & Gifts was featured as one of the artists of the 2nd Annual Parc Boutique Designer Jewelry Trunk Show. It was a lot of fun to be had by all! You can check out a few of the pictures at <a href="http://www.kittycotten.com/2011/04/parc-boutique.html">http://www.kittycotten.com/2011/04/parc-boutique.html </a><br />
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Next month, May 28th to be exact, Twilight Soaps & Gifts will take part in Aviation Inspiration Day at Fleming Field in South St Paul- <span class="text"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;">a day devoted to giving girls the opportunity to explore and create an interest in aviation! </span></span><br />
<span class="text"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;"></span></span>I will be primarily selling items from the new called Aurora25 which is a fusion of polished glass, aircraft parts, and other lovelies!<br />
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For more information go to <a href="http://www.girlswithwings.com/MNevent.html">http://www.girlswithwings.com/MNevent.html</a><br />
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I hope you all have a very wonderful New Year!<br />
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I also have a giveaway for you to help ring in 2011! Simply go to the link below for the Minnesota Etsy Street Team Blog's giveaway for a chance to win one of my sugar scrub and lotion gift sets! Just my way of saying "Thanks for all the support".<br />
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Ultima Bellezza Salon - Great Salon and retail boutique on 3rd St in Stillwater. Fabulous prices, friendly service!<br />
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planMYhouse Studio- a great new eco friendly studio that just opened up. Joanna and Michael can create a vast array of plans for your home, office, garage, and so much more. While your there, shop around for some great eco friendly wears! Located on Maint Street in downtown Stillwater, in the Brick Alley<br />
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This is the newest store to carry Twilight Soaps & Gifts! They have a wide variety of hand made items perfect for those Holiday stocking stuffers! <br />
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Parc Boutique<br />
This lovely boutique in NE Minneapolis carrys Twilight Soaps & Gifts jewelry collection.<br />
The store is full on wonderful clothing and accessories for men and women!<br />
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Twilight Soaps & Gifts was a proud vendor at the Minnesota Wing's 2nd Vintage Fashion Show & Wine Tasting.<br />
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</tbody></table>The evening was a huge success featuring clothing from Twilight Soaps & Gifts Vintage Collection (soon to be on Esty); the CAFs PX with new Bags, hats, and women's polo's; and custom creations from The Girl Can't Help It Deluxe Clothing line. Accessories were featured from one of my favorites- Atta Girl by Kedrin; my dad's new line jewelry (yep, that right..it runs in the family)- Pacific Shores Stone Works; the Spectacle Shoppe, Scentsy and more.<br />
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</tbody> </table>We also had Warehouse Winery and Import Iberia for the sampling portion of the show! For a full viewing of the Fashion show, please check out <a href="http://www.matthollandphotography.com/Events/CAF-Vintage-Fashion-Show/13791714_oU4aa#1009909346_dwEz8">http://www.matthollandphotography.com/Events/CAF-Vintage-Fashion-Show/13791714_oU4aa#1009909346_dwEz8</a><a href="http://www.matthollandphotography.com/Events/CAF-Vintage-Fashion-Show/13791714_oU4aa#1009909346_dwEz8">Matt Holland Photography</a><br />
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Photo's are courtesy of Matt Holland Photography!twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-72548294499453440582010-07-05T12:00:00.001-07:002010-07-05T12:06:40.398-07:00Weddings on a Budget Part Two: Wedding Favors, Tables Settings and more!<meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:applybreakingrules/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> <w:usefelayout/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:SimSun; panose-1:2 1 6 0 3 1 1 1 1 1; mso-font-alt:宋体; mso-font-charset:134; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 135135232 16 0 262145 0;} @font-face {font-family:"\@SimSun"; panose-1:2 1 6 0 3 1 1 1 1 1; mso-font-charset:134; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 135135232 16 0 262145 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:Arial; mso-fareast-font-family:SimSun; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; color:black;} a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:blue; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:purple; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Now at the risk of writing a whole piece on promoting my business for your wedding favors (shameless plug in five, four, three two…Solid Perfumes, candles, Lip Balms, and custom soaps), there are tons of ideas out there to choose from!
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<br /></span><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">In the vast age of the internet, you are not limited to the wedding cake shaped bubbles or those awful chalk flavored hard candies. Be bold with your wedding favors and think outside the wedding box. If you have the time, be creative. If you like an idea that doesn’t fit into your budget, do some research and come up with your own.</span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br /></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Here are some great DIY sites to help get your creative juices flowing!
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<br /></span><!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--> <!--[endif]--></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.do-it-yourself-weddings.com/homemade-wedding-favors.html">http://www.do-it-yourself-weddings.com/homemade-wedding-favors.html</a></span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.do-it-yourself-weddings.com/homemade-wedding-favors.html">
<br /></a></span> </p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.do-it-yourself-weddings.com/homemade-wedding-favors.html"><o:p> </o:p></a></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.save-on-crafts.com/basformakdif.html">http://www.save-on-crafts.com/basformakdif.html</a></span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.save-on-crafts.com/basformakdif.html">
<br /></a></span> </p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.craftster.org/blog/?p=2106">http://www.craftster.org/blog/?p=2106</a></span></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.craftster.org/blog/?p=2106">
<br /></a></span> </p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">If you don’t have the time to make your own or you don’t want to, then check out the list below for some of my favorite sites for Favors, Bridal Party Gifts, Table Settings, and more. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">All of these can be done on a budget and still be unique. They should reflect your individual style and the Bridal party gifts (in my opinion) don’t have to be cookie cutter, carbon copies for each person! Give them each something with a little flare and that reflects them as a person!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">I am huge fan of supporting small businesses and I love all of the one of kind creations on Esty, so the next few sites are from there:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><u>Wedding Favors</u></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinp2Q8Bd9yM_XL0kf9kmUWrU4Oa494Rb9DWejxg7-8uvI_1YzyyVFfIgLWm_LXGrKtan5ubgAUzi8xUi_n6QWMtj7yDjsfJItn4usDJTLF2TeHTXrL5qB7BRpg-kJ9h_XUddJSsP_4sU8J/s1600/cakebox.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 178px; height: 133px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinp2Q8Bd9yM_XL0kf9kmUWrU4Oa494Rb9DWejxg7-8uvI_1YzyyVFfIgLWm_LXGrKtan5ubgAUzi8xUi_n6QWMtj7yDjsfJItn4usDJTLF2TeHTXrL5qB7BRpg-kJ9h_XUddJSsP_4sU8J/s200/cakebox.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490496602802363618" border="0" /></a></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Wedding Favor Boxes- fill with your favorite candies, nuts, or a secret surprise! My favorite is the</span> wedding cake favor boxes! So cute!</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Rachelaakmama?ref=top_trail">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Rachelaakmama?ref=top_trail</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Rachelaakmama?ref=top_trail">
<br /></a></span> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Custom Wedding Favor Soaps- great for Favors, to hand out to guests staying with you and so much more!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48433418/set-of-10-french-vanilla-and-amber">http://www.etsy.com/listing/48433418/set-of-10-french-vanilla-and-amber</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48433418/set-of-10-french-vanilla-and-amber">
<br /></a></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Tired of Keeping up with the Jones ? You will have them beat with this fresh idea of Upcycled Match Boxes.<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ivylanedesigns?section_id=6064107"> </a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ivylanedesigns?section_id=6064107">http://www.etsy.com/shop/ivylanedesigns?section_id=6064107</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Crafty enough to try your own- you can even customize them theses simple products (check out those DIY sites above for details):</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJZT9T3ugx-F4FLmX1-4ExBQXgxoLzoXkycS1nrV9eR8hSHiZttRoq4scwRIVk1FR8gPu1ftJfkpb2yCuYtfJS1ui5el1UXJ0Zxg625iel6K4wsB179-FP8wm3hBiQ7JaWxuajFlM2WHuM/s1600/matchbox.jpg">
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<br /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">No one can resist cookies as favors. Try these rose creations and attach your own label with the date!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/32850778/pink-rose-cookies-with-chocolate-12">http://www.etsy.com/listing/32850778/pink-rose-cookies-with-chocolate-12</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><u>Table Decorations & More</u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTMkWvIiRFGKnFEdpXhY_RZN4h8ss400cJBClxIuHbMFHazw5mlDW-ua7MY2KWFHw0sbiZtI1tc5MBXs7MWsrchDVJzXzlW0bCQC_DHB7qg1HnVCQApzwPy45nKhY4S3NGba8Tx8CRPIxR/s1600/tabledecos.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 163px; height: 218px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTMkWvIiRFGKnFEdpXhY_RZN4h8ss400cJBClxIuHbMFHazw5mlDW-ua7MY2KWFHw0sbiZtI1tc5MBXs7MWsrchDVJzXzlW0bCQC_DHB7qg1HnVCQApzwPy45nKhY4S3NGba8Tx8CRPIxR/s200/tabledecos.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490497464674601138" border="0" /></a></span> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br /><u><o:p></o:p></u></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">The perfect table decorations from Paper Platypus- simple and elegant: </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/paperplatypus">http://www.etsy.com/shop/paperplatypus</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/paperplatypus">
<br /></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Vintage Wedding Table Numbers can dress up a plane table in a snap.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50793989/vintage-wedding-table-numbers-cottage">http://www.etsy.com/listing/50793989/vintage-wedding-table-numbers-cottage</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50793989/vintage-wedding-table-numbers-cottage">
<br /></a></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">The Wooden Owl has great wedding cake toppers, table center pieces and so much more </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">that are sure to make your wedding special! </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheWoodenOwl?section_id=6305770">http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheWoodenOwl?section_id=6305770</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">I am in love with these Mr. & Mrs. Fork set! Super cute for any wedding or perhaps for the grooms dinner. They can also be used as place settings! </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50832113/vintage-silverware-mr-and-mrs-wedding">http://www.etsy.com/listing/50832113/vintage-silverware-mr-and-mrs-wedding</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">
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<br /><u><o:p></o:p></u></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><u><o:p><span style="text-decoration: none;"> </span></o:p></u></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Bridal Gifts, no sweat! Check out these Custom Flasks for all your girls! </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcusQxHv3P3KKT7h0dbCxArVCRa6lcnhxCTRe1BhIGoR1apV1xJewAJrMqYlpCEFEIZ3DcLyxn9lCZ_VaAOZvstK8je9g8XL9ODNVx5-xWGyhaNDvR_iCD3mkGoi2flbmaVrtL2cT3NJEE/s1600/neckalce.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 162px; height: 162px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcusQxHv3P3KKT7h0dbCxArVCRa6lcnhxCTRe1BhIGoR1apV1xJewAJrMqYlpCEFEIZ3DcLyxn9lCZ_VaAOZvstK8je9g8XL9ODNVx5-xWGyhaNDvR_iCD3mkGoi2flbmaVrtL2cT3NJEE/s200/neckalce.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490498043129697762" border="0" /></a></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47241617/pretty-in-pink-flask">http://www.etsy.com/listing/47241617/pretty-in-pink-flask</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 3pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47241617/pretty-in-pink-flask">
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<br />Amy</span></p>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-85226723127080921742010-06-11T08:31:00.000-07:002010-06-11T09:02:48.531-07:00Weddings on a Budget, Part One: the Rings!<meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:applybreakingrules/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> <w:usefelayout/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if !mso]><object classid="clsid:38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D" id="ieooui"></object> <style> st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } </style> <![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:SimSun; panose-1:2 1 6 0 3 1 1 1 1 1; mso-font-alt:宋体; mso-font-charset:134; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 135135232 16 0 262145 0;} @font-face {font-family:"\@SimSun"; panose-1:2 1 6 0 3 1 1 1 1 1; mso-font-charset:134; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 135135232 16 0 262145 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:Arial; mso-fareast-font-family:SimSun; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; color:black;} a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:blue; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:purple; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><span style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" >Brides, you don’t have to spend a fortune to have a fabulous wedding…you can make it one of a kind event without having to take out a second mortgage on your house!</span><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br />Here are a few simple steps (and some great websites) to help keep your budget in check.</span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Traditionally, people go to big name jewelry stores to find the wedding ring of your choice, but times are changing. </span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Since I am such a huge fan of saving money and hand made wares from Etsy, which is one of the first places I shop. Did you know you can even get engagement rings, wedding bands, and so much more on Etsy? It’s sort of a well kept secret, but I’m letting the cat out of the bag! </span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">What better way to express your individual style then with a one of a kind wedding ring from a local artist…and most of them won’t break the bank. Some are upcylced, some are hand made, but you are sure to find one to fit your style and budget.</span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">
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<br /></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Elizabeth Scott Designs</span></span> are simple and elegant. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/esdesigns">http://www.etsy.com/shop/esdesigns</a></span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><span style="font-size:100%;">She does beautiful work and will resize the ring for you if needed for the cost of shipping.</span><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><span style="font-size:100%;">She also has other items available which could work as Bridal party gifts! </span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">My husband and I picked out my Anniversary band from <st1:city st="on"><st1:place st="on">Elizabeth</st1:place></st1:city> and I love it! It’s simple and well made and she will resize if need be all in a short amount of time.</span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5RFI5wzlvyIFHEXu7u6tRVcNR1Um8gXi8oeax0JW4fL7zd5vis12xvn8Kis4lsenwNNx3drCBrwrOWVpbP9KzOVrU_8eiGDSCRcG9nrG7lYN3PXA58BBgHnozAWRoVYWWMQtrRabLxYVw/s1600/twinring.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 128px; height: 133px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5RFI5wzlvyIFHEXu7u6tRVcNR1Um8gXi8oeax0JW4fL7zd5vis12xvn8Kis4lsenwNNx3drCBrwrOWVpbP9KzOVrU_8eiGDSCRcG9nrG7lYN3PXA58BBgHnozAWRoVYWWMQtrRabLxYVw/s200/twinring.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481540588938695634" border="0" /></a></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">One of her more unique ones is the Twin Ring set which is two rings in one! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/41610312/twig-ring-set-in-14k-palladium-white">http://www.etsy.com/listing/41610312/twig-ring-set-in-14k-palladium-white</a></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">
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<br /></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">One of my favorites from this site is Knight & Day 18K White Gold Band. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/39619838/day-and-night-18k-white-gold-band-and">http://www.etsy.com/listing/39619838/day-and-night-18k-white-gold-band-and
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<br /></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">If you are looking for something simple and more affordable, Kalicat can also handle that! Check out </span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKERBDRI_km5MqOplKS1Iw5Aw-0tlig2c3ia9o8A9l3MbGMmJkGjaxnxDoBzZB4RYlJ9ZXgXyFEJW7j28RQHwG9o-O7kIzH67pF6H5RdqH1D2mTbEpXNCscV-90X1SFs_vi0-2MOhfzEnX/s1600/sterlingsilver.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 120px; height: 120px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKERBDRI_km5MqOplKS1Iw5Aw-0tlig2c3ia9o8A9l3MbGMmJkGjaxnxDoBzZB4RYlJ9ZXgXyFEJW7j28RQHwG9o-O7kIzH67pF6H5RdqH1D2mTbEpXNCscV-90X1SFs_vi0-2MOhfzEnX/s200/sterlingsilver.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481543784170611890" border="0" /></a></span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">these simple Sterling Silver bands: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/30223328/be-mine-2-wedding-rings-sterling-silver">
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<br /></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">One more site that I absolutely love is <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bend the Fish. </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BendTheFish">
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<br /></st1:place></st1:city></span> </p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><st1:city st="on"><st1:place st="on">Bend</st1:place></st1:city> the fish has simple designs, great prices and FREE SHIPPING. What more can you ask for!</span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br /></span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbrqfRjP_irxKbfRIwuj5HTr5Hu1ok36wABWWTnqVqqfB7yU2iTOhBXax19EqapBUqcG1tzx74gtBVN-uu7OAGsAEsPqmHkTEEO07bGY0q28fHAUXvyTpeTUFEcXsEccbyNO_mabjW6iEu/s1600/inverted+pearl.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 130px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbrqfRjP_irxKbfRIwuj5HTr5Hu1ok36wABWWTnqVqqfB7yU2iTOhBXax19EqapBUqcG1tzx74gtBVN-uu7OAGsAEsPqmHkTEEO07bGY0q28fHAUXvyTpeTUFEcXsEccbyNO_mabjW6iEu/s200/inverted+pearl.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481542782359687474" border="0" /></a></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">One of my favorites from their shop is the Inverted Pink Pear Ring <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/36442796/inverted-pink-pearl-ring?ref=v1_other_2">http://www.etsy.com/listing/36442796/inverted-pink-pearl-</a></span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/36442796/inverted-pink-pearl-ring?ref=v1_other_2">ring?ref=v1_other_2
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<br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on"></st1:city></st1:place></span></p><p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Bend</st1:city></st1:place> the Fish also has more traditional rings around $200 like this Solitaire Engagement Ring: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45348904/solitaire-engagement-ring">http://www.etsy.com/listing/45348904/solitaire-engagement-ring</a></span></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX7e7FVgZ9_3wvYv4QvCDBarn_cwWTVXbrUg0GuHW4e6SNLilzUfwu8yUMFpvdUjf4VPMkYIHHtmsZgwdVU_KFaCGhkaY33bu6OsDfzWGOD2B4UGtW4m138WP7AFz_oyL-8UGlmjC4U_oV/s1600/solitaire.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 129px; height: 129px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX7e7FVgZ9_3wvYv4QvCDBarn_cwWTVXbrUg0GuHW4e6SNLilzUfwu8yUMFpvdUjf4VPMkYIHHtmsZgwdVU_KFaCGhkaY33bu6OsDfzWGOD2B4UGtW4m138WP7AFz_oyL-8UGlmjC4U_oV/s200/solitaire.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481542931726372162" border="0" /></a></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45348904/solitaire-engagement-ring">
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<br /></span></p><p face="georgia" style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Of course, there are many other shops on Etsy and in your local neighborhood, so don’t be afraid to do a little digging and find something special to fit your budget! Shop around, take your time, and find something that is really you, oh and cost effective! That's my motto!
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<br />Stay tuned for the next installment of Weddings on a Budget: Part two Wedding Favors!!</span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192); font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192); font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192); font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Have a great day!</span></p> <p style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192); font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">
<br />Amy</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-22577183324967118062010-06-03T12:40:00.000-07:002010-06-03T12:47:12.252-07:00Too LongWow, has it really been April 12th since my last post??? Way too long! I had some fabulous things in the works for my next posts, including a 3 part series on affordable weddings in the Twin Cities..so stay tuned for that, hopefully I will finish part one tomorrow.<br /><br />As for the rest of the things, soap and all...I have a new scent coming out for the Summer- Cucumber Mint! Should be nice and inviting for the hot Minnesota Summer ahead!<br /><br />Now onto more important things....<br /><br />I wanted to find a way to help out with the Gulf Oil Spill, so for every purchase on my etsy site I will donate 20% to the efforts at one of the two websites-<br /><div id="text_expose_id_4c0806413bcf020cb8598" class="comment_actual_text"><a href="http://www.gnof.org/gulf-coast-oil-spill-fund/disaster-on-the-gulf-coast//" onmousedown="'UntrustedLink.bootstrap($(this)," rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span>http://www.gnof.org/gulf-c</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span><span>oast-oil-spill-fund/disast</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span>er-on-the-gulf-coast//</a></div><br /><div id="text_expose_id_4c0806413ca014aa12003" class="comment_actual_text"><a href="http://www.nwf.org/Wildlife/Wildlife-Conservation/Threats-to-Wildlife/Oil-Spill/Oil-Spill-Restoration-Fund.aspx" onmousedown="'UntrustedLink.bootstrap($(this)," rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span>http://www.nwf.org/Wildlif</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span><span>e/Wildlife-Conservation/Th</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span><span>reats-to-Wildlife/Oil-Spil</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span><span>l/Oil-Spill-Restoration-Fu</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span>nd.aspx</a><br /><br />It's just one way, Twilight Soaps & Gifts can help give back to the environment one purchase at a time!<br /><br />Thanks for reading!<br />Cheers!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.twilightsoaps.etsy.com">www.twilightsoaps.etsy.com </a><br /><br /><br /></div>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-71927717595738219112010-04-12T07:47:00.000-07:002010-04-12T08:00:33.549-07:00Twilight Soaps & Gifts NewsGood Morning,<br />It's been a few weeks since I have posted anything to my blog..but I am back and there has been a lot going on! First of, Twilight Soaps & Gifts has gone International! I have made my first sale in Canada!! Thanks Mary for your purchase!<br /><br />Vote for me- from now until April 18th, you can vote for my "Hoops" bracelet made from aircraft washers on <a href="http://etsymn.blogspot.com/">http://etsymn.blogspot.com/</a>. Click on the Icon on the right hand side and vote for me (or your favorite one...but I won't tell if it's mine:)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://etsymn.blogspot.com/2010/04/april-challenge-growth.html"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 126px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh2E7DCYfuOG4OJWfwkPnQGKMglLFUd-K51BNtS9lT4SzEkxTT3_x2LTlYqFjn81zETudHI3YSFii0PQfjpacTJkFcy9Vjw-citNLdqv75Wby3S8NW_p_oCTdp0yfweFz_pfavr0epGmxn/s320/logoForBlog.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459265742758020498" border="0" /></a><br />I have several new things posted to my Etsy site and many of them are fund raising items for the Minnesota Wing Commemorative Air Force. Twenty percent of those items (which are noted in the description) goes towards the Non-profit Aviation Museum.<br /><br />Lastly, I want to help promote a fellow Etsy creator extraordinaire- <span style="font-weight: bold;">Orglamix </span><br /><br />I have been searching for a new mineral foundation, one that won't break the bank and doesn't leave my face feeling cakey or chalky. Since I don't have time to start making my own, yet...I decided to try a couple of samples from various shops on Etsy. I came across Orglamix which not only has mineral foundation, but so much more...and it's amazing. It is hands down, the best foundation I have ever used and the pigment eye shadow is amazing!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf7LGFzWQZR9p8RlGlxGCuBsu-NhqI2YALVSI6qHWZQkkFPfo3ZsR9STBCPLTlsJ4VIFIb6MPHMIenlnkPAFRFLs4PbPv-RmZLeTTwls-Lvs_LOfrJ3yIrqpTLsIWTIl7QwMFwB65yLp2t/s1600/il_430xN.134674976.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 188px; height: 146px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf7LGFzWQZR9p8RlGlxGCuBsu-NhqI2YALVSI6qHWZQkkFPfo3ZsR9STBCPLTlsJ4VIFIb6MPHMIenlnkPAFRFLs4PbPv-RmZLeTTwls-Lvs_LOfrJ3yIrqpTLsIWTIl7QwMFwB65yLp2t/s320/il_430xN.134674976.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459265314860937250" border="0" /></a><br /><br />So for all of you out there looking to try a new, NATURAL make up...Give orglamix a try! You won't be disappointed!<br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/orglamix">http://www.etsy.com/shop/orglamix</a>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-8044957434310074472010-03-05T11:50:00.000-08:002010-03-05T11:59:49.618-08:00Purchases with a cause<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDyRrMb0g9UV9RcGqSu67PvkMADwOOtnv3lyI0VrC2QmYFmMH1Q12PgpwAlAfYo0dXPcR8H2EfwA20fOQmhTIRq3y10x2wDWn624lJy9qOzflh0VvN1bCJgBpk9usyT4-LMsgHC7fy-abM/s1600-h/il_430xN.127044714.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 238px; height: 229px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDyRrMb0g9UV9RcGqSu67PvkMADwOOtnv3lyI0VrC2QmYFmMH1Q12PgpwAlAfYo0dXPcR8H2EfwA20fOQmhTIRq3y10x2wDWn624lJy9qOzflh0VvN1bCJgBpk9usyT4-LMsgHC7fy-abM/s320/il_430xN.127044714.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445241004620523154" border="0" /></a>
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<br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: rgb(153, 255, 255);"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" ><span style="font-size:100%;">Enjoy!</span></span><a id="publishButton" class="cssButton" href="javascript:void(0)" target="" onclick="if (this.className.indexOf("ubtn-disabled") == -1) {var e = document['stuffform'].publish;(e.length) ? e[0].click() : e.click(); if (window.event) window.event.cancelBubble = true; return false;}"><div class="cssButtonOuter"><div class="cssButtonMiddle"><div class="cssButtonInner">Publish Post</div></div></div></a></p> twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-71869489296555652292010-02-12T06:58:00.000-08:002010-02-12T07:00:53.189-08:00On our way...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://etsymn.blogspot.com/"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 183px; height: 183px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJErS5NxX7THRifrom4s4M3ap_RiJVMZ47s6JN0Sn6eLAqipGp5Fq5oGeR3JnEaPh2npUasZmuESdj3Rdqh0oS_3yCYz_DZouh5gXdIad_YVV5yGQQ8jO3FJxdMnS8TFz9FJVhLDQipiBe/s320/HandmadeMNLogo_360x430_WhiteBorder.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437371980467487538" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010">So this week has been a full week Twilight Soaps & Gifts. I made my first official Facial Bar sale on my Etsy site and couldn't be happier and I became a proud member of the HandmadeMN Street Team. It's a wonderful group of people who support each others creativity and crafting in a great online network! If you are in the Twin Cities area...check them out.<br /><br /> They put together a great blog-<a href="http://etsymn.blogspot.com/">http://etsymn.blogspot.com/ </a>which is a collection of entries and crafts from people within the group and they can be found on Etsy as well.<br /><br /></span></span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010"></span></span> </div> <div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HandmadeMN"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010">http://www.etsy.com/shop/HandmadeMN</span></span></a></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010"></span></span> </div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010"></span></span> </div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010"><br /><br />This weeks entry is a short one, but with a week ending on a positive note!</span></span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010"></span></span> </div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="790455913-12022010">Happy Friday!<br /><br /></span></span></div>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-72332083428809896332010-02-05T07:08:00.000-08:002010-02-05T08:01:37.603-08:00Go Ahead and Go Green<span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh45KF5SjUMp8Z3rLE-6_uOgVTY57CyKnBGpFqkXeX0VUxLFADTzoQ4GkVJAopW2hbpRD5XsOYrELRAaVZuu-SDd5xg02Z7dR_6b9ZdEiwOVNhdirJsU73A0LeMyEjT9UvcJ9UDVPzVfhoH/s1600-h/world-earth-day.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 144px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh45KF5SjUMp8Z3rLE-6_uOgVTY57CyKnBGpFqkXeX0VUxLFADTzoQ4GkVJAopW2hbpRD5XsOYrELRAaVZuu-SDd5xg02Z7dR_6b9ZdEiwOVNhdirJsU73A0LeMyEjT9UvcJ9UDVPzVfhoH/s320/world-earth-day.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434784054060941234" border="0" /></a><br /></span> <div><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></div> <div><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" ><span class="212363521-03022010">There are so many companies out there advertising to go green and buy their product or use their services, but are they really green? How do you know and who can you trust? There are plenty of ways to even go a little green without killing your budget and changing your entire lifestyle because going green in the past hasn't always been good to your budget. In the long run, it can reduce your energy and gas bills, but right now (when you need your paycheck to go to rent and other bills) its not always affordable. Here are some simple tips to help you Go Green and help your wallet stay green!</span></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="212363521-03022010"><br /><br />1. Take a walk- Most of us live close to a grocery store or shopping center, so the next time you need to pick up a few things, ditch the car and take a walk. While your at it, bring your re-usable grocery bag with you. They are more durable than plastic or paper bags for the walk back and most of the stores will give you a few cents back for using your own bags, which is money back in your pocket for doing a good thing!<br /><span style="font-family:Arial;">2. Make your own meals, Stop eating out so much- I know what your are thinking...you work 8-10 hours a day, then you run errands after work. By the time you come home, the last thing you want to do is cook a meal. I know exactly how you feel..that's why I plan ahead. Cook the bulk of your meals with on the weekend. Pick a day (my day is Sunday) and cook a few meals out for the week. Place a couple servings in the fridge and then a couple in the Freezer and VOILA- you are set for fresh, home cooked meals anytime you get home!<br />3. Use fresh fruits and veggies- I don't always have time to use fresh veggies and half of mine seem to end up in the bottom of the fridge as a science experiment, but using fresh fruits and veggies for even one meal (preferably from local farmers or co-ops) can really help reduce the amount of energy used. Canning and freezing veggies uses a lot more energy to pack and deliver then buying the local fresh stuff. By using fresh fruits and veggies, you also creates less waste, which is good for everyone.<br /></span></span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span class="212363521-03022010">4. </span>D<span class="212363521-03022010">itch the bleach and other harsh chemicals- Its great to live in such a time when phosphate free detergent and eco-friendly cleaner no longer cost an arm and a leg. Companies like Seventh Generation and even Target have a complete line of eco-friendly products that you can use to clean things from the laundry to the dishes and everything in between.<br /></span>H<span class="212363521-03022010">arsh chemicals like bleach, toilet cleaners </span></span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span class="212363521-03022010">and so much more can not only hurt the environment, but can harm you as well. Breathing in those chemicals can put a small child or person with a respitory problem in danger or a small pet could lick up some of it. Detergents laced with perfumes can throw sensitive skin into a rashy nightmare...trying switching just one of your household products to something eco-friendly and see how you feel. I love the fact that I clean my house without a terrible smell of chemicals filling the air.<br />5.Save the Polar Bears, one light bulb at a time. Thats right, you too can help fight the growing concern of Global warming affecting so many animals in the world like the polar by changing out one of the light bulbs in your house to the more enegry effecient light bulbs...Most of the companys who make light bulbs now have an more energy efficent bulb. Looking for another way to save a little energy in your home? Don't forget to unplug your cell phone charger and turn off the lights when you leave. Aside from saving the earth, think how much money you will save the next time your enegry bill comes?<br />6. Buy Used- Why create more waste in the world then you have to...many Consignment shops are turning into more upscale boutiques where you can turn in your old, but in good condition clothing and household items for cash or get something new (well new to you). It's a great way to save money and give that shopping habit a fix.<br /><br /></span></span></span></div> <div><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="212363521-03022010"><span style="font-family:Arial;">Of course, these are just a few simple steps you can take to help reduce your carbon footprint, but if you want do more in your community here are some helpful links:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.goinggreen.com/">http://www.goinggreen.com/</a></span></span></span></div> <div><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="212363521-03022010"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><a href="http://www.thedailygreen.com/">http://www.thedailygreen.com/</a><br /></span></span></span></div> <div><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/"><span class="212363521-03022010"><span style="font-family:Arial;">http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/</span></span></a><br /><br /></span></div> <div><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="212363521-03022010"><span style="font-family:Arial;">Looking for a way to earn money and be green???<br /><a href="http://beagreenirene.com/?gclid=CLCbpYmT158CFRAHswodTVcDcg">http://beagreenirene.com/?gclid=CLCbpYmT158CFRAHswodTVcDcg</a></span></span></span></div>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-1721193845297400762010-01-29T11:03:00.000-08:002010-01-29T11:17:01.757-08:00The pursuit of the perfect bagI am always in pursuit of the perfect bag or purse that can carry everything I need from lip gloss to my check book and all of my important files.<br /><br />I need bag to express the very mood I am in at any given time and I need something with versatility. So with so many choices out there… how do you choose?<br /><br />I don’t have a ton of money to spend on over priced bags from department stores and I also like to have something unique, something that not everyone has…I have sifted through some wonderful sites on Etsy and came up with some perfect options for the a bag to suite all needs! These are some of my personal favorites and they are all reasonably priced!<br /><br />Take a look:<a id="publishButton" class="cssButton" href="javascript:void(0)" target="" onclick="if (this.className.indexOf("ubtn-disabled") == -1) {var e = document['stuffform'].publish;(e.length) ? e[0].click() : e.click(); if (window.event) window.event.cancelBubble = true; return false;}"><div class="cssButtonOuter"><div class="cssButtonMiddle"><div class="cssButtonInner">Publish Post</div></div></div></a><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 102); font-weight: bold;">The Kangaroo Pouch from Kinies's</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3EkcNQpSF6YGWl8lj8Q7yHYQBZdijPk0xS55Qj0p0Fz_wR3wqdJskBg3n3NFGPLi-YnIZBItvsDj44LGeKsC2oqMukRb93IexFiuoSBYw-aeAFYWHuCsjVV4xsrW1BsiUeiD3HQdF6kSl/s1600-h/kngrm+pouch.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 148px; height: 148px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3EkcNQpSF6YGWl8lj8Q7yHYQBZdijPk0xS55Qj0p0Fz_wR3wqdJskBg3n3NFGPLi-YnIZBItvsDj44LGeKsC2oqMukRb93IexFiuoSBYw-aeAFYWHuCsjVV4xsrW1BsiUeiD3HQdF6kSl/s320/kngrm+pouch.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432240852026813346" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39038929&ref=cat2_list_4"> http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39038929&ref=cat2_list_4</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2OHYnZfrA_TUKSfV5cjWY4WGqVd1W8_wFSSpavjAkFofyYtWyVcmLisvQG4FPZPDPiqYY7vBbZGomodvvxeVH2E8xNfsOs1mZ4-nK-U4gIBf6PIN5F5R_IXpQlyA7PuJVu9mNgRdGOFk5/s1600-h/grnbag.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 138px; height: 138px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2OHYnZfrA_TUKSfV5cjWY4WGqVd1W8_wFSSpavjAkFofyYtWyVcmLisvQG4FPZPDPiqYY7vBbZGomodvvxeVH2E8xNfsOs1mZ4-nK-U4gIBf6PIN5F5R_IXpQlyA7PuJVu9mNgRdGOFk5/s320/grnbag.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432241099132914866" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 102);">Kinies Sassy Linen Tote / Messenger in Olive Darb Green (I love this bag) </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=39072782">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&</a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=39072782">listing_id=39072782</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaoiDdUPKwNFeaNyNkg1Fy_Fn2Wyo6IqGu4DIs01EWs_3jxCssppkQGOJPjC_6XPqyzxsrvPVtq0k-X1glYNFgApr4HTYMErQuFIimpvj_wXF3GW4WIjjVVvAHKPJ2K2mLyvutDt7qEbyN/s1600-h/redprs.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; 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<br /></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">1.<span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"> <span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Wear Bright and colorful clothes</span></span><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);"> or accent your home with Bright Colors. </span>That’s right, break out of your winter blues and blacks with a dose of red, orange or yellow. If you’re like me, this will be extremely tough at first to leave the comfort of my favorite black sweater...but we can do it!</p><p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">
<br /><span style=""> </span></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">The more you surround yourself with warm summer colors, the better you may feel. Now, don’t rush to Home Depot and change the color of your room or throw away all of your clothes and buy all new stuff, but subtle changes can help. Try some new pillow shams in a nice peachy tone or scarf in red. </p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Here are a few of my favorite sites to find those little things to boost your mood without breaking your budget:</p><p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">
<br /></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">2.<span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;"> <span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Buy yourself something nice without breaking the bank</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">. </span>While buying something new to help boost your mood is one thing, going on a bender is something completely different! Don’t confuse the rush of spending money on shiny new things with feeling better or as fix for your Winter Blues. If it is a fix, it’s a short term one and you will feel worse once your bank statement arrives. Treat yourself, but don’t over do it. Here a few site to help you treat yourself without breaking the bank and help you fulfill tip number one:</p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Candles :<a href="http://http//www.etsy.com/shop/CottageGardenTherapi?section_id=5037155"> </a><a href="http://http//www.etsy.com/shop/CottageGardenTherapi?section_id=5037155">http://www.etsy.com/shop/CottageGardenTherapi?section_id=5037155</a></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Scarves:<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/kenlou"> </a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/kenlou">http://www.etsy.com/shop/kenlou</a> </p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Shirts and things: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/implexus">http://www.etsy.com/shop/implexus</a> </p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Pillows, Purses and more: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Ruthscrafts">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Ruthscrafts</a> </p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Charming Wall Decal’s: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Charming925">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Charming925</a> </p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Treats: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/kerricakes">http://www.etsy.com/shop/kerricakes</a></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">
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<br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">3. </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;">Next on the list is exercise and eat right. </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">I know your thinking, “God, I don’t even have energy to change my clothes and brush my teeth, let alone EXERCISE”. I know, but trust me, this one you don’t want to skip out on. Exercise is a very important part of keeping your body and your mind healthy. Ten minutes a day (on bad day) can change your mood! Try using a balance ball while watching TV or taking the stairs at work to ease you in. </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 204, 102);"> </span></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Not sure how to change those eating habits? <span style=""> </span>One of my favorite sites to getting you a healthy track is <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.sparkpeople.com">www.sparkpeople.com</a>.</p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">You can create a meal and fitness plan to you and on your bad days, you can write about it.</p><p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">
<br /></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">4.<span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0); font-weight: bold;"> <span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Which brings me to my next point: Write about or talk about it</span></span><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">.</span></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">It doesn’t do anyone any good to sit at home and make yourself feel worse. The Winter Blues can make a person retreat away from social situations and not want to talk about how you feel. If you can’t talk to someone, write about it. <span style=""> </span>Write down how you feel and don’t be afraid to spill your guts. When your ready…find a friend and just talk about it. The more you talk about it, the easier it is to mange the blues.</p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">
<br /><o:p></o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Of course there are many other suggestions like investing in a S.A.D (seasonal affective disorder) light or tanning and so much more. So don’t be afraid to do some research and remember, you are not alone.</p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Here are few links to help get your started:</p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://living.health.com/2009/01/18/8-natural-ways-to-beat-the-winter-blues/">http://living.health.com/2009/01/18/8-natural-ways-to-beat-the-winter-blues/</a></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/wellness_articles.asp?id=341">http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/wellness_articles.asp?id=341</a></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.omplace.com/articles/Winter_Blues.html">http://www.omplace.com/articles/Winter_Blues.html</a></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);" class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/horoscopes/2009/12/28/2009-12-28_how_to_beat_the_winter_blues.html">http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/horoscopes/2009/12/28/2009-12-28_how_to_beat_the_winter_blues.html</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">
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<br /><b style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">If you think at all that your Winter Blues might be something more, than please get help! The most important thing in life is to be able to enjoy it. Don’t rob yourself of being able to be happy. If you don’t know where to get help or how, here are some great starting points:</span>
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<br /><cite style="color: rgb(51, 0, 153);"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><a href="http://www.depression.com/"><span style="font-style: normal;"></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></cite></p> <p style="color: rgb(51, 0, 153);" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><a style="color: rgb(51, 0, 153);" href="http://www.depression.com/"><cite><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-style: normal;">www.</span><b><span style="font-style: normal;">depression</span></b><span style="font-style: normal;">.com/</span></span></cite></a><p style="color: rgb(51, 0, 153);" class="MsoNormal"><cite><span style="font-family:Arial;"><a href="http://www.webmd.com/depression/default.htm"><span style="font-style: normal;">www.webmd.com/</span><b><span style="font-style: normal;">depression</span></b><span style="font-style: normal;">/default.htm</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></cite></p> <p style="color: rgb(51, 0, 153);" class="MsoNormal"><cite><span style="font-family:Arial;"><o:p> </o:p></span></cite></p> <p style="color: rgb(51, 0, 153);" class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.depression.org/"><cite><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-style: normal;">www.depression.org</span> </span></cite></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-27302224929596676882010-01-15T13:45:00.000-08:002010-01-15T13:49:43.940-08:00Shop Wisely, Act Globally<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:100%;">I have always been a big supporter of shopping Locally in your community, but sometimes<span class="309293613-12012010">, you can't always find what you need locally</span>. <span class="309293613-12012010"> </span>I<span class="309293613-12012010"> try to be relatively consientius of where the things I buy come from. A site I came across recently really addresses some of my concerns with "buying abroad" and making sure that the items go<span class="041333821-15012010"> </span>through a Fair Trade commission. It's great to get things for a steal, but at what cost to someones freedom or health. </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="309293613-12012010"></span> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="309293613-12012010">Fair Indigo <a href="http://www.fairindigo.com">(</a><a title="http://www.fairindigo.com/" href="http://www.fairindigo.com">www.fairindigo.com</a>) takes things that are made around the world and in the United States (which they are currently expanding), but all made with Fair Trade practices in mind. They specifically look for<span class="041333821-15012010"> i</span>f you are<span class="041333821-15012010"> focused on purchasing </span><span class="041333821-15012010"> </span>Eco Friendly, Trade Conscious, or <span class="041333821-15012010"> Made </span> in the USA<span class="041333821-15012010"> </span><span class="041333821-15012010">items </span>..<span class="041333821-15012010"> . </span><span class="041333821-15012010"> it's a great resource!</span></span><span style=""> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=""></span> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=""><span class="309293613-12012010">I can't think of a better way to support something so vital as economic stability and higher wages for i<span class="041333821-15012010">m</span>poverished countries.</span></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""></span> </p><span style=""> <div style="padding: 0px 6px 5px 0px; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></span> </div></span>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-85961425792488220002010-01-08T06:55:00.000-08:002010-01-08T07:06:10.522-08:00The Saga continues of Dry Winter Skin...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh95yw7iq-CKpYdJDedMPc9z4lDOhz9BRslp2S1Tj7jaTe5GH6XiecIwadfCqWH_9-QO0HpW1eIQ9Lbo5Yh9qXAJUPfQnsszYONKJ2uzsERVrg_mDkz1te75iANm_iRK7UnL7GofjP-uqiV/s1600-h/aloe.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 124px; height: 115px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh95yw7iq-CKpYdJDedMPc9z4lDOhz9BRslp2S1Tj7jaTe5GH6XiecIwadfCqWH_9-QO0HpW1eIQ9Lbo5Yh9qXAJUPfQnsszYONKJ2uzsERVrg_mDkz1te75iANm_iRK7UnL7GofjP-uqiV/s320/aloe.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5424385241077112514" border="0" /></a><br />Did you know that Aloe Vera Gel is not just for sun burns? It's not widely advertised as such, but it can be used a great remedy for DRY WINTER SKIN and has many other medicinal purposes.<br /><br />It works great for burns and scrapes, Sun burns and more...why not to sooth dry, irritated skin.<br /><br />I recommend a natural gel base with not a lot extra ingredients- you can get it online or even in the local drug store. The less chemicals used, the more your skin will thank you.<br /><br />Try some of these sites:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.aloelife.com/">http://www.aloelife.com/</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynaturalmarket.com/dr-christopher-aloe-vera-gel-8-oz.html?ad=amazon_274">http://www.mynaturalmarket.com/dr-christopher-aloe-vera-gel-8-oz.html?ad=amazon_274</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.drugstore.com/templates/brand/default.asp?brand=8730&aid=336064&aparam=fruit%20of%20the%20earth%20aloe&scinit1=fruit%20of%20the%20earth%20aloe">http://www.drugstore.com/templates/brand/default.asp?brand=8730&aid=336064&</a><br /><a href="http://www.drugstore.com/templates/brand/default.asp?brand=8730&aid=336064&aparam=fruit%20of%20the%20earth%20aloe&scinit1=fruit%20of%20the%20earth%20aloe">aparam=fruit%20of%20the%20earth%20aloe&scinit1=fruit%20of%20the%20earth%20aloe</a>twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-29196978945366107042010-01-04T10:26:00.000-08:002010-01-04T10:37:06.161-08:00Happy 2010Wow, I can hardly believe its 2010 already. I haven't had much to report on the last few weeks with the holiday's and everything, so here goes.<br /><br />One of the boutiques that was carrying my line has closed due to the economy- Bare Boutique in Burnsville. It's so sad to see so many wonderful small businesses closing because of lack of support/business. I really want to help make a change, especially for Women. In the next month or two Twilight Soaps will be embarking on a series of networking meetings for women to have a place to gather and get ideas from other like minded women. Lets face it, we all (Small business owners) have to stick together, now more then ever! Stay tuned for more information!<br /><br />Twilight Soaps & Gifts will also be participating in Minnesota's Winter Carnival Fashion show as a vendor and I am super excited. I participated last year and had a great time! There were a lot of great people to meet and good food and fashions to be had! I am planning to bring some of my new products including the sugar scrub and hopefully a digital display!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.winter-carnival.com/">http://www.winter-carnival.com/</a><br /><br />I hope you all have a wonderful start to 2010!twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-48552280806400452132009-12-23T06:56:00.000-08:002009-12-23T07:02:55.154-08:00Happy Holidays<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihmavDkKhH4ArKL6kDsdZn6Vl_O4HYUKFy7fulHnpdvJf0egT0FYeZjS6Scs24D7__aLf9CJjO1FOrTX8T0uOnlnzHhUW5A5QqwwHiH8f0HncKcKHTFjW71O61Y4aKpAljq5acz2mMMJlG/s1600-h/honey+snowflake+soap.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 179px; height: 137px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihmavDkKhH4ArKL6kDsdZn6Vl_O4HYUKFy7fulHnpdvJf0egT0FYeZjS6Scs24D7__aLf9CJjO1FOrTX8T0uOnlnzHhUW5A5QqwwHiH8f0HncKcKHTFjW71O61Y4aKpAljq5acz2mMMJlG/s320/honey+snowflake+soap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418447245410144690" border="0" /></a><br />With the Holiday's right under our noses...I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and are able to spend it with the people you love!<br /><br />Please enjoy 20% off all orders over $25 from www.twilightsoaps.etsy.com or by email twilightsoaps@yahoo.com- from now until December 31st! My way of Thanking all of you for a wonderful year!<br /><br /><br />Just mention this post as my gift to you!<br /><br /><br />Happy Holidays,<br /><br />Amytwilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-47781900248436559362009-12-08T06:41:00.000-08:002009-12-08T06:47:59.718-08:00Twilight Pick of the Week- Nifty Knits<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcQEjZSbgUJCHSod3EqiOsglRSDXZ5CMvzGFdvUGGr-rZT3yIQ36GXjcYZ4jHBrRtJIBn1ra6ntYqds0j5v257YCXJopRjfmm-Cqe-n4OqcnssPysxSbhT_TiIrFiG1-CUdTaYckDcHd7b/s1600-h/meerkat.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcQEjZSbgUJCHSod3EqiOsglRSDXZ5CMvzGFdvUGGr-rZT3yIQ36GXjcYZ4jHBrRtJIBn1ra6ntYqds0j5v257YCXJopRjfmm-Cqe-n4OqcnssPysxSbhT_TiIrFiG1-CUdTaYckDcHd7b/s320/meerkat.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412876853393099378" border="0" /></a><br />I always love to share great gifts ideas and other crafty things with my readers. With Christmas just around the corner, I thought I would share a neat little gift shop online at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/niftyknits">http://www.etsy.com/shop/niftyknits</a>.<br /><br />Nifty Knits has very unique knitted creations all done up like Meerkats! Super cute, right?! They make everything from Star Trek inspired Meerkats, to Bat & Robin, and much more! The turn around time is really fast and everything is made to order!<br /><br />If you are looking for a unique gift for someone for the Holidays, then check out Nifty Knits!<br /><br /><br /><br />Have a great week:)<br /><br />Amy<br /><img src="file:///E:/USERPR%7E1/c64865/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot.jpg" alt="" />twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-66944240529700761352009-11-05T06:48:00.000-08:002009-11-23T16:51:46.609-08:00Twilight Pick of the Week- Does winter have your skin singing the blues?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlGBbEi-DPLe23ObpzQm4v4nXvO9-G_NDQdDez8LNw2eBG2wvvpyRw90KrBYojy8vVxsz1QuCysr4-0QpDEwVMmT9MQQeqZC7l0p7IUz_DN-d-MJ_9UOBeAkv8fPZXSRmFBQrwi9McF09T/s1600-h/oliveol.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 174px; height: 144px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlGBbEi-DPLe23ObpzQm4v4nXvO9-G_NDQdDez8LNw2eBG2wvvpyRw90KrBYojy8vVxsz1QuCysr4-0QpDEwVMmT9MQQeqZC7l0p7IUz_DN-d-MJ_9UOBeAkv8fPZXSRmFBQrwi9McF09T/s320/oliveol.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403316161715818770" border="0" /></a><br />If winter's got your skin and hair singing the blues...I have a remedy for you- TWO WORDS- OLIVE OIL....yes, that's right...one of the worlds riches oils can be used for many things in addition to cooking! It can be used to soften and moisturize your hair, sooth dry skin and so much more!<br /><br />Here is a quick and easy recipe for a deep conditioning hair soak.<br />Take a half cup of Olive oil and drizzle over your hair, make sure to coat the ends where it can be the driest. Cover your hair with a shower cap (so the oil does not run onto your clothes) and leave on for 20-30 minutes and then rinse with your favorite shampoo and conditioner.<br /><br />For Extra dry skin, try my new Cinnamon Sugar Scrub. Infused with olive oil, jojoba oil, cinnamon, cloves, and so much more to exfoliate your dry skin and leave it super soft in the harsh winter conditions!<br /><br />Check out my special introductory price of only $4 for 4 oz at www.twilightsoaps.etsy.com starting November 16th!twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5253000236530872366.post-55865819643575454032009-11-05T06:38:00.000-08:002009-11-05T06:46:32.514-08:00Twilight Pick of the Week- Winter Warm and Fuzzies!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcOF3uFyDxm6rQE7cz31pWLGRKMGSA1mYZCfpZkIiWC3ag45JcvfiAsYeHRaOzY5adKgN8B9d6HvuNETGfn-OtGdIsf-KqHDTVCuU8QEfeYPfnxFuAKMqio3OZi2cxumyIfKxYlUYQ7wih/s1600-h/hat.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 182px; height: 274px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcOF3uFyDxm6rQE7cz31pWLGRKMGSA1mYZCfpZkIiWC3ag45JcvfiAsYeHRaOzY5adKgN8B9d6HvuNETGfn-OtGdIsf-KqHDTVCuU8QEfeYPfnxFuAKMqio3OZi2cxumyIfKxYlUYQ7wih/s320/hat.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400630491592951010" border="0" /></a><br />Winter is fast approaching and why not keep warm and cozy in style. Atta Girl by Kedrin has fashionable knit hats, arm warmers, scarves and so much more to make this winter a super stylish one! Kedrin does custom items for people as well, so if you need a gift- she's your gal!<br /><br />Choose from a wide variety of colors and details...you can't go wrong!<br /><a href="http://www.attagirlbykedrin.com/">http://www.attagirlbykedrin.com/</a><br /><br /><img src="file:///E:/USERPR%7E1/c64865/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot-4.jpg" alt="" /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/attagirlbykedrin">http://www.etsy.com/shop/attagirlbykedrin</a><br /><br /><br /><img src="file:///E:/USERPR%7E1/c64865/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot-2.jpg" alt="" /><img src="file:///E:/USERPR%7E1/c64865/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot-3.jpg" alt="" />twilightsoapshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12881647002872023481noreply@blogger.com0