Resort Wear Must Haves

It's been a drizzly Easter weekend in SoCal and since I've been dreaming of warm weather, I've also been fantasizing about my would-be resort wardrobe. I found some darling clutches and flip flops at Sara Langley Designs and it just makes me think Hawaii-bound! Might have to talk to hubby as I have reason to believe he's not quite on the same page :)

Design on a Dime

I am addicted to HGTV and am in a serious home re-decorating mode right now which is always dangerous. I'm thinking I want to recover our family room couches in white cotten a la my girlfriend HP whose house is darling and I could move right into. Yes, I know I have two kids and a dog and a husband who likes to eat chips with salsa and other equally messy things in the family room but that's what bleach is for right? I do love the crisp, clean beachy look of white so I'll keep you posted. Anyhow, I've found another site that inspires me. Cath Kidston has adorable fabrics, kitchen items, bath items, even such fun things as cute ironing board covers and door stops...those things that I always say would make my chores more fun but have no idea where to find...search no farther...this is the place

Is intelligence or common sense more important?

Appologies for the lack of posts. My poor sweet little twin A has been in the hospital for a virus and severe dehydration. Anyhow, thankfully we are home now and doing better....

Anyhow, I love board games...embarrassingly darling husband and I even took travel Scrabble on our honeymoon and I would choose a game night any night of the week given the chance. I'm dying to get this fun Table Topics Game which looks like its really more of a conversation starter than a game....just think of the fun discussions you'd have over dinner with friends! Wrapables has tons of other fabulous finds as well including home decor, pet goodies and all kinds of unique gifts.

Pink Loves Brown

Talk about a cute company name! When I saw these too adorable book plates from www.pinklovesbrown.com I knew this was a site I would love and really as always when there is cute stationery involved how can you really go wrong? These are perfect for book lovers of all ages...maybe a fun thing to give the Mother who has it all come Mothers Day? I know one who would love them!

Madison Sloan

I love all things personalized so while I don't typically use laminated placemats I thought these were great and could be a fun thing for small kids who love to see their names on things. Might make mom happy too because they still look stylish and match the decor.

Design Yourself

The question has come up as to whether or not I actually buy or try all of the fun things I share with you all. Sadly my stay at home mom "salary" does not afford me the luxury of doing this nearly as often as I would like which is why your comments are that much more important when you have bought or tried things so please do share!

Here's something that you can buy or just have fun with...My friend SP told me about Design-her-gals and I've been having a ball on the site trying to figure out which "gal" I am....is it the one with the jeans, t-shirt, ponytail, double stroller and dog or the one with perfectly dried hair, pearl necklace, skinny black pants and pointy toed heels? Depends what day or maybe what hour of the day you ask I guess but the great thing is that when you DO figure out which version of yourself you like best you can have it printed on notecards, stickers, recipe cards, notepads and the list goes on...enjoy!

Key Fobs & More

I've had the same keychain for years...I can't even remember when I got it but I'm not one to change it out very often. However, if I was one to update the keys on a more regular basis Lindsay Designs is a place I'd definately look. Their affordable, cheery key fobs would make me smile everytime I got in the car and turned on the ignition. They have some really cute pet things as well...matching collar Holly? Oh and yes, there really is a Lindsay who by the way nicely offered 10% off on all purchases made before April 30, 2007 with the code "treehouse".