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Check out Sassy Signs – a website that covers every function you can imagine for under $6! From baby announcements, to school assignments, to garage sales – these ladies have you covered.
You can even create your own sign using their site. The possibilities are endless.
Besides yard signs, the site offers banners and bags. Click here to check them out.
For those who love candles and can’t get enough of them today is your day! Nest Fragrances just launched their newest collection of candles, called Project Art, inspired from photographs taken by well known photographers with their pictures displayed on the front of the label packaging.
“Project Art combines the art of home fragrance with the art of sophisticated packaging — an expertise I have perfected over the last two decades,” says Laura Slatkin. Laura and her husband are the geniuses behind Nest Fragrances. Their products are carried in stories such asAnthropologie, Laura Mercier, Christian Dior, Tory Burch, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman./
Hand lotion, liquid hand soap and reed diffusers will also be available in some of the scents, and range in price from $14.99 to $22.99. You can also expect to see a select handful from this collection available at Bed Bath and Beyond this September.
Written by Chaucee
Lady and the Blog attended the launch of Ikea’s new 2011 catalog in the US and saw all the interesting new products that will be in stores and online. Ikea has always been the New Yorker’s savior because living in New York City means living in a smaller space than you’d like. Ikea provides tons of storage solutions and space saving options so your home can look inviting and cosy without looking cluttered.
If you have kids, you probably have experienced their playtime and subsequent clean up. Ikea makes drawers that double as bins, so you can walk around with your kids and fill the bins. When they’re full, you just slide them in to the shelf. These bins come in multiple sizes and, as with most of Ikea’s furniture, you can customize the size, color, width, etc to fit your needs.
For your closet, Ikea is on the right track when it comes to easy storage. Instead of having multiple show boxes, there’s a pull-out drawer so you can stack your shoes individually. This means that straps and buckles don’t get crushed. Its also really easy to pull out the drawer and take out your shoes, leaving the space empty for them when you’re done. For winter shoes, there are fabric boxes with transparent windows so you can see your boots and fantasize about wearing them, all year. Ikea also offers an entire wardrobe system with various drawer options for every possible thing you might want to get dressed with. For instance, one of the drawer options is shallow and compartmentalized for rings or delicate jewelry. You can choose to do a full-on wardrobe with sliding doors or just one unit, depending on your needs. This concept is carried over into the kitchen and the living room.
(video taken with VADO camera)
This season, Ikea continues to be focused on our effect on the environment. They offer large bins for recycling, as well as for items that shouldn’t go in the regular garbage, like old electronics. With exteriors that are easy to label, kids will have no problem putting trash where they belong. You can even create your own compost heap. They’re also moving towards only selling energy-saving light bulbs and using them in their stores, as well.
One of my favorite items was a laptop desk that has two compartments that slide over the laptop, transforming it into a chic side table. Because the laptop is protected, you can go ahead and eat, write or do anything on the surface of the table. This is perfect for studios without much dining space.
I also loved their comfy new couches. Again, you can choose to have one seat or a large couch or even just the footstool, which has storage space at the bottom. I liked the couch because its made with memory form so it contours to the shape of your body. This’ll give new meaning to life for couch potatoes!
You can access or request a copy of Ikea’s new 2011 catalog by going to http://info.Ikea-usa.com/SignUp/. You can also go online, build your furniture, print it out, take it to the store and a salesperson will lead you right to it. Talk about time-saving options!
Written by Tabitha
I have long dreamt of living in a Pier 1 store. I love their use of color and scents. They always have beautiful pieces inspired by the cultures of different countries and I love that they carry earthy materials like real wood and bamboo. Lady and the Blog got a peek at what will be in stores this holiday season and it promises to be everything you love about Pier 1, with a fun, decadent twist.
Mosaic glass was used as the outside of a chic, gold cocktail shaker, Its the perfect conversation starter at your party. Rich maroons and reds were seen in trays, ornaments, pillows and glasses, as well as candles. If you’re looking for a change from the traditional ornaments, Pier 1 will have leopard and zebra print balls and cars for under $5, as well as whimsical penguin his and hers pieces. Your classic bell ornament is made fancy with a feathered head. There’s also richly decorated pillows for the couch. One looks like a fabric envelope with a gold ornament closure. Another is a multicolored mix of circles. My favorite was a rich, turquoise one with black feather detailing.
I’m loving their update on the traditional stocking. They did a fluffy reindeer with sexy eyes and long legs. The stocking part is on his back! You can choose to hang him the regular way or stand him on his legs. How cute! For your front door, Pier 1 will be offering a green wreath shaped like a peace sign and made from ornaments. There’s also a fun, colorful welcome mat that the kids are sure to love.
While you’re there getting all these goodies for your house, don’t forget to pick up presents for loved ones. For the fashionista who has too much jewelry, check out the richly embroided jewelry boxes. For the business woman who has a girly side, try the silkscreen snakeskin business card holder that comes in 5 colors. They even have scarfs for, well, everyone, in black, red, gray, blue and lilac. For your mom, check out the red and leopard body wrap blanket with sleeves.
Most of the Christmas items will be in stores in October, just in time for the holidays.
Written by Tabitha
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