Fab gift under $25

Aren't these glasses fun! Who hoo you can pick up a set of four four only $24 . Check it out on Fisheddy.com.

Cool Book

This book looks like fun! 500 things you should know from everyday life to the exotic. You can learn how to make a beer can chicken, wrestle an alligator or even build an igloo. Fun gift! Check it on one of my favorite websites CB2.com.

Rachel Zoe Pick

"I Die" This bag is fabulous. This is one of Rachel Zoe's picks on Piperlime.com. You have to check it out. And if you haven't seen her show on Bravo, you are missing out.

Mermaid Vase

I don't know why, but I love this vase. Its seems like such a strange item to have. It would be so cute for all of those who live on the coast. If you feel like something a little quirky and fun! Find it atwestend.com.

Fall Trends

Okay people I am sure you have been seeing some of the fall trends. One of the most fun so far is the over the knee boot! Yes, we can all wear them, although you may want to steer clear if you are under 5'4".
If so, go for the cute bootie! There are so many styles to choose from. I love to use Piperlime. This website offers up some cool links. Like "Rachel Zoe's picks" or "Real Steals". The tall boot shown here is by Chinese Laundry and only $99. Don't forget western boots are HUGE right now! So go for it and have fun.

Blog Winner

Congratulations to Amy who won the glasses from AllModern .com! Have fun with those Amy! I appreciate all of your wonderful comments.

Blog winner was picked by using Random.org.

Big Giveaway

Get ready to win this funky, crisp, yet modern set of glasses from notNeutral. Just leave a comment on my blog and one of you lucky readers will be sipping your next drink in style.

I found these on Allmodern.com, part of CSN stores, just one of 200 retail sites that offer a diverse array of products from office furniture by Herman Miller to wall sconces by Murray Feiss. Found so many great items, it truly is your one stop shop.

Giveaway ends August 26.

Wooden Flashlight

You no longer have to rummage through your closet or drawer to find your flashlight again! This one is cool enough to leave on your desk or dresser. Pick it up at Momastore.org

Tie Me Up

The newest in fashionable ties. The Hill-side based out of Brooklyn, New York designs ties with a slightly rugged edge. You will never look at a tie the same way again. Check it out at thehill-side.com

Bike Pillow

Throw this pillow on your chair or sofa! Love , Love , Love. You can find it on AllModern.com

A little funky and a little fun. Check out this ring and all the fab jewelery at Patinastores.com

So Fresh

Pick up a few of these cute dish towels to add a little something to your kitchen.

Typographic Address File

What a fabulous way to keep all your addresses organized in this fun
bright folder file. I think this will be added to my desk for sure! You can find it on picapress.com. Be sure to check out all of there other great greeting cards and stationary.

Johanna Jacobsen

I knew I should have been a country star! She's pretty good, if your into Country. Check her out here. Thought it was funny our names were similar so I clicked on it. You can also see her on facebook.

Dress it up

Considering fun aprons are all the rage right now. You have to check out the fabulous collection on frenchbull.com!

Shop Shop Shop

Okay, first of all it is really lame I haven't blogged in so long! So sorry. Anyway, this is my new favorite shopping website to check out everyday. They release amazing sales on Designer and Name brands on anything from purses, to home goods, to baby items! The prices are fabulous! You have to check it out! So go to Hautelook.com now and get shopping!

Simplicity

Nothing is better to me than a cupcake in a cute little pink box. Especially a white cupcake with white frosting. So simple and so good. My nephew (Jake Krog) took this in Portland, Oregon. I don't know the name of this quaint little cupcake place, but I wish I was there in the streets of Portland sipping my tea and enjoying this yummy cupcake!

C U T E

Super cute charm from lulus.com.

French Bull

My new favorite website is www.frenchbull.com. Bright floral prints from the sixties are making a big comeback! Pick up a pair of these cute mosiac salad servers. And I am loving these superhero kids cups!

Go Global

Go global this spring. You can find this look anywhere you shop right now! This tank is a great steal at forever21. These shoes are comfy and fun! don't forget to top of all of your tanks with these perfect for summer earrings.

Swedish Hasbeens Clogs

I am loving these clogs! They come in a ton of different colors and heel heights. This pair is featured on freepeople.com. But you can also find them at endless.com.

Chair Heaven

Yes Yes Yes, Target is carrying some fabulous printed chairs for only $299 with free shipping. There are so many different prints you will never be able to choose.

Bird Feeder

This bird feeder is so modern and so cool.

My kind of craft book

This is not your ordinary craft book. While You Were Out top designer Mark Montano has created stylish and imaginative projects that range from a Warhol-esque Ultrasuede iPod case to photo-adorned boxer shorts to African mask patio chairs to wooden night-light boxes. This is the ultimate do it yourself project book to spruce up your home!

Wallpaper Closet

With the possibility of owning my first home here shortly I have been daydreaming about painted walls and wallpapered closets. I think this is the best idea. It would make any boring closet fresh and new! I think it would be fabulous in a linen closet. I haven't started the search for cute wallpaper yet, if you know of any great websites please let me know.

Home Give Away

HGTV is giving away a gorgeous home in Sonoma, California. You can enter once everyday until February 19. So click here to fill out the form. You do not have to sign up for the e-mails listed on the form, it does not increase your chances of winning. So go ahead and give a try! What do you have to lose!

Sunshine

Add a little sunshine to your kitchen with this 16" tall bright yellow pepper grinder. And get this , it is on sale for only 12.95. It is functional and makes a great counter top decoration.

Hallelujah the toilet ring is gone

I have been trying every product known to man kind to get the rings off my toilets! Low and behold, a woman looking at our apartment said "wow, you really have some hard water stains". She told me to buy this pumice stone for my toilets and tubs. I tried it, and it worked! I spent many years thinking I was a fabulous cleaner, but I couldn't figure out how to get those damn rings out! Now my tubs and toilets are sparkly new! Ahhhhh, the highlights of being a housewife. Thank you for changing my life, strange lady.

Surfs Up

Okay, so when I finally move to that beach or island to surf my life away, I am buying this print by California artist Andy Davis.

Felt Projects

These slippers are so adorable and cozy. You can learn how to make them here. If you don't feel like a huge project I think these tissue cases are great. Felt just feels so cozy in the winter.

Mid-Century Modern Furniture

My sister is decorating her new apartment and I came across this article on Domino for inspiration. Happy hunting !

Tips for Buying

Mix it Up:

Can't find what you need to make your room look like the Jetsons' pad? That may be a good thing. A room full of mid-century modern can feel very design-heavy and man-made. Think about breaking it up by mixing in a few older pieces or something handmade. Handwoven rugs from Wisteria or blankets from Pendelton's home collections might work well.

Enjoy the Hunt:

Don't mind used, but can't afford an antique's price tag? Remember your local thrift shops. One person's trash and all. It may be hard to imagine if you're mad for mid-century, but some people still find this stuff ugly. You'd be surprised what you can find at Goodwill or Value Village. Just keep in mind that you might not be buying a real vintage piece.

Easy Does It:

Like the design but can't afford the designer? Stores such as IKEA sell inexpensive furniture in the mid-century modern style.

Other Sources for Mid-Century Furniture

Good-Quality Knockoffs:

• White Furniture

Both Licensed Reproductions & Good-Quality Knockoffs:

• c.i.t.e.
• Design Within Reach
• Room & Board

Licensed Reproductions:

• Highbrow Furniture
• MoMa Design Store
• Mid-Century Modern

Vintage:

• 1950
• Century Modern
• Vintage Swank
• reGeneration

Warm Up

Warm yourself up the rest of the winter by making yourself, or a loved one a rice heat therapy bag. They are fabulous, you just heat it up in the microwave. I bring mine to bed with me at night to warm my feet up. You can also put different yummy oils inside (such as lavender).

My sister gave me a rice bag similar to this one a few years ago. The rice inside does get old so I need to make a new one. I found this one on Sew Mama Sew. It looks super easy and fun. What a great way to survive the remaining cold months.

Rocker

This rocker is so irresistible! So simple, and I love the bright orange. It even has a spot in the back for you little tot to store all of his books.

Eat Drink and be Merry

This is so funny, I just found this on a website. I also did the same thing in my kitchen using letters from urbanoutfitters.com. I think this one is way better and it is a great price! So go ahead and add something fun and bright to your kitchen or dining area.

Fun Pillow

For some reason I just love this pillow.