Pillows pillows pillows

If there is anyway to transform a room, it is with pillows.  I discovered these fabulous, shiny ones from bloggers, Mimi  + Meg, that are so amazing.  Material Recovery pillows can be found on Etsy.  The colors are so rich and fun and perfect in any room.

Hair I LOVE

I have a hair appointment next week and I have the urge to "change it up" again.  I cut my long hair every few years and then re-grow it but right now I am digging the current chin length.  So, my options are bangs, or bangs.  I am not going shorter, I will save the "Carl" short-hair version of myself for another post.
So here are some pictures of bangs I like.  I realize that these women DO NOT look like me, but I really like their hair and may have to give it a try!  My biggest decision will be...should I have side swept bangs (less commitment) or the whole sha-bang of full bangs!
The polls are now open!  Thoughts??

Nicole Ritchie, Hair perfectly rounding face

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Katie Holmes, Adorable w/ center part

Actress Katie Holmes, February 2008

Christina Ricci, bangs too straight across for my taste but those beautiful eyes

Actress Christina Ricci

Victoria Beckham (long bangs), she has looked better but I have a big crush on her

Iman, I like her razor cut bob w/ side swept bangs

Iman

Rose Byrne (love her hair!!)

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Popin Comforter

There has to be a rule somewhere that you need to invest in new bedding every few years.  While I have the same old duvet and sheet set on my bed since I think going on 8-9 years, its time to m-o-v-e on.  Lordy!  How has this happened??
I found these amazing, colorful comforters at my favorite store, Anthropologie.  I just have to get one!!  Beautiful, modern, colorful, goes with any/all decor.....it would seriously make my bed pop!  I just love, love these!! Super soft too.

Gila Bedding, Queen, $228 - Not a bad price?? Though not free either. Sigh.

Wildfield Comforter

Lush Landscape

Alvorada Quilt, not the same "pop" as the others but still cool.

Whore-Chow

I am LOVING Horchow right now.  Its uber-expensive and I used to think it was an old people store, but I am so impressed with their designs, furniture, lighting, and bedding that I had to share....the whole website is a what I want my house to look like!!  Love it!!



Paisley Settee, $1495


Look at these dining room chairs, dining table legs!!!  So cool!

Chloe Coffee Table - look at the cool braiding! Love this sofa!!!!!  I want to curl up with my book and relax w/ a cup of tea. "Laria Vanity", For my makeup and jewelry!

Rad Nails

How cool is bright yellow nail polish? Neon in any color, is a big trend this spring, and nail polish would be a fun way to be part of it without breaking the bank. The other day I noticed neon yellow toes peeking out from sandals and it looked so cool. Would you go for it?

Wowza - Kids cost alot!

Who knew that raising your tiny little baby would cost so much??!!

According to the Department of Agriculture, the cost of raising a child has increased by 25% in the last 10 years due to rising cost of groceries and medical costs. 

The government's most recent annual report reveals a middle-income family with a child born in 2010 can expect to spend roughly $227,000 for food, shelter and other expenses necessary to raise that child - $287,000 when you factor in projected inflation.

And, get this....... the bill does not include the cost of college!!!!

"If you sat down to tally up the total cost of having children, you'd never have them," says Timothy Knotts, a father of four and a certified financial planner with The Hogan-Knotts Financial Group in Red Bank N.J. "It's a very expensive adventure."

Peanut Butter

Two Univ. of Oregon gals started Wild Squirrel Nut Butter Company   (http://shop.wildsquirrelnutbutter.com/pages/about-us) one day when they ran out of Skippy.  They added coconut, coffee, cinnamon, honey....all the good stuff in a blender and introduced it to their friends.  The clever idea was a huge hit on campus.... and the company was born.
Peanut butter flavors include chocolate sunflower seed, vanilla espresso, chocolate coconut, honey pretzel and cinnamon raisin.
Sold at Zupans in Portland, I cant wait to give them all a try.

Rain Rain Go AWAY!!

The rain is pouring in my basement......"finished basement" - UGH! and I am sick of it.  Contractor coming to day w/ hydrolic paint so I am staying positive and looking for a new cute umbrella as a way to embrace these May Showers.  Here are a few cute ones at www.Umbrellas.net

Beach Stripe Mango Umbrella Price: $69.00  Cottage Rose Stick Umbrella - Mint Green Price: $69.00  Cottage Rose Stick Umbrella - Pink Price: $69.00  Mod Baltic Umbrella - Purple Price: $69.00  Under the Cherry Tree Brown Umbrella Price: $69.00  Under the Cherry Tree Pink Umbrella Price: $69.00  Polka Dots UVP Walking Length Umbrella - Green Price: $72.00  Polka Dots UVP Walking Length Umbrella - Yellow Price: $72.00  Raindrop Stick Umbrella - Green Price: $72.00  Raindrop Stick Umbrella - Khaki Price: $72.00  Raindrop Stick Umbrella - Orange Price: $72.00

Sea Urchin Spine Earrings

I am always amazed at the new and different things people can make into jewelry.  My last post was about bike tire jewelry and today I found the coolest sea urchin earrings.  The earrings can be found at Of A Kind, http://www.ofakind.com/editions/548-OCEAN-QUILL-STUDS for $125.
These these earrings have a certain daintiness, due in large part to their source material. They’re constructed from sea urchin spines, which naturally possess a fancy eggplant-and-cream striped pattern, and they’re topped with the tiniest silver caps. Course, since they come from nature, each pair is completely unique. Yup, pretty!!!!

    

Biker Bracelets

I came across these bracelets a few years ago, admired them then....and have become obsessed with them today.  They are made from recycled bike tire!!  The designer, Barbi, should be a surgeon because the way she cuts into the rubber to create the curly-swirly designs is amazing!She makes bracelets, necklaces, earrings and face masks!  Not sure when you would need the masks, but hey??!!  It is Portland!
http://urbanlacejewelry.com

Coldplay

Went to Coldplay lastnight (Thanks Mom and Dad) and I cant stop tapping, humming and singing the fabulous band's songs.....todays post is my tribute to Coldplay!
The concert was epic!
They played all my favorite songs!
The crowd was engaged!
My seats were good!
A truly fabulous night!!!

Hot Yoga

I attended a Hot Yoga class today and it was AWESOME!!  I feel revived, relaxed, worked, all great feelings!  My friend asked me what Hot Yoga is.....so here is the deal:
Hot Yoga is simply practicing selected asanas, Yoga postures and poses, in a heated room. 
In Hot Yoga, the room temperature is usually kept at 95-100 degrees Fahrenheit while you are maintaining your asanas. A Hot Yoga class usually takes 60, 75 or 90 minutes. Now, the heat helps the body warm up while it relaxes the muscles, increasing its flexibility and preventing injury. The heat also encourages an increase in cardiovascular activity and helps you burn more calories. Also, the temperature allows for you to sweat more thus helping the body to get rid of toxins faster. 
I wonder how many calories I burned?  I am definitely having a glass of wine tonight.  Cheers!

Cute Kids Tees

I am sooo over the $24 kids tee, so I was thrilled to come across the Honeybeetees.com line where all the cute kids tees are $16 and under!  The tees are 100% cotton, and pre-shrunk.  They come in cute colors and have a clean, simple style that I really like.  They also make water bottles and sweatshirts too.  Too cute!

Pink Happy Camper Children's Tee

Boat Ride Children's Tee

Canoe Ride Children's Tee