These delightful pretend play cuppies are perfect for a girl’s tea parties. The Plush Petit Fours resemble the real thing and are made with polyester fabric. Come in a set of 9. Remember to only hand-wash them. Suitable for children age 3 and up. They make wonderful gifts for little girls who like to have many afternoon pretend tea parties 😀 Order yours now at MomaStore.org.
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Rocawear Is Hot
Rocawear is an urban clothing brand that was founded by rap artiste, Jay-Z, together with Damon Dash and Karee “Biggs” Burke, in 1999. It is one of the most sought after clothing brand today. If you are looking for some funky hip-hop clothing and bling blings, rocawear is the ultimate choice. Rocawear was originally a men’s clothing brand but it became so popular that this lifestyle urban apparel brand has expanded to develop trendy women’s wear, children’s wear, shoes, bags, fragrance and accessories. Right now, customers can stand a chance to win $500 worth of Rocawear gear. Do visit Rocawear.com for more information about the sweepstakes.
Dress For Dinner Napkin
If you love throwing dinner parties, this is something you should have in your home. The Dress For Dinner Napkin is reaIly cool and funny. I am sure your guests will be tickled pink when they put these napkins on to protect their best tee. Come in four styles, you can choose between stripes, solid or polka dots. $6 for 20 pieces at Spoonsisters.com. Wonder if they have one for the ladies like a plunging neckline?
Washing Machine & Stove
If you have little ones at home who love to help out with the household chores, I am sure they would love these appliances. They can do the laundry and cook to their heart’s content. These appliances are made of cardboxes and the kids can go crazy with the markers to customize their kitchen appliances. Available at Generate Design site for $38.
Great Household Tips
Here are some really handy household tips we can use daily. Do print it out and put a copy on your fridge or anywhere in your kitchen 🙂
Ants Problem
Keep the skin of cucumber near the place or ant hole.
How to get pure and clean ice:
Boil water first before freezing.
How to make the mirror shine:
Clean with spirit
To remove chewing gum from clothes:
Keep the cloth in the freezer for an hour.
To whiten white clothes
Soak white clothes in hot water with a slice of lemon for 10 minutes 10.
To give a shine to hair:
Add one teaspoon of vinegar to hair, then wash hair.
To get maximum juice out of lemons:
Soak lemons in hot water for one hour, and then juice them.
To avoid smell of cabbage while cooking:
Keep a piece of bread on the cabbage in the vessel while cooking.
To rid the smell of fish from your hands:
Wash your hands with a little apple vinegar.
To avoid tears while cutting onions:
Chew gum.
To boil potatoes quickly:
Skin one potato from one side only before boiling.
To boil eggs quickly:
Add salt to the water and boil.
To check freshness of fish:
Put it in a bowl of cold water. If the fish floats, it’s fresh.
To check freshness of eggs:
Put the egg in water. If it becomes horizontal, it’s fresh. If it becomes slanting, its 3-4 days old. If it becomes vertical, its 10 days old. If it floats, it’s stale.
To remove ink from clothes:
Put toothpaste on the ink spots generously and let it dry completely, then wash.
To skin sweet potatoes quickly:
Soak in cold water immediately after boiling.
To get rid of mice or rats:
Sprinkle black pepper in places where you find mice or rats. They will run away.
Hope you will find these tips useful. Does anyone know how to get rid of pesky lizards at home? I just hate them and can’t seem to make them go away. I have tried those sticky traps but the lizards are too smart for them 🙁 Any suggestions will be helpful 😀
Yoga Candle Holders
Yoga lovers are going to love these unique and zen looking yoga candle holders in their homes. These cool holders are handmade using iron rods. There are 3 yoga poses to choose from i.e. child’s pose, cobra and downward facing dog. Each holder comes with one votive candle. Available at Uncommongoods.com at $35 each. Makes a wonderful gift for yoga fans and also those who want to bring balance and calm into a room, just like what yoga does to a body.
Cute Cards
If you are looking for some unique cards to send out to your friends or loved ones, there is a great site you should visit. Funkyhand.blogspot.com has some of the nicest and funkiest cards available. These gorgeous cards will make a lasting impressions. The designer, Anice makes these cards herself with some special papers and craft CDs. Check out her website for more interesting creations.
How To Look 10 Pounds Thinner
Here are some tricks on how to look 10 pounds thinner without starving yourself 🙂 All you have to do is wear the right clothes 😉
Lesson 1 – Don’t lose your shape in a baggy dress. Do stick with a fitted one.
Lesson 2 – Don’t be afraid to wear prints. However, be sure that they are broken up with a block of solid colour. A thick solid belt will also do the trick.
Lesson 3 – A twinset is a great idea for those who are carrying a few extra pounds.
Lesson 4 – Do not hide behind a boxy jacket. Go for one that is cropped and fitted to show off your curves.
Lesson 5 – Wear all one colour, especially black because it is flattering. Try other deep colours as well such as navy, charcoal and brown.
Lesson 6 – V-necklines minimize broader shoulders and flatter your neck.
Lesson 7 – Whether you are wearing jeans or a dress, it is good to give yourself an instant lift by wearing heels. It will make you look longer and leaner.
Stand In Comfort
Standing on hard kitchen flooring for too long is not very comfortable, especially for those who have back pain or arthiritis. The GelPro Mats are scientifically engineered, patented and made in the USA. These mats are filled with a soft gel and are designed to reduce the discomfort associated with standing for too long on hard kitchen flooring. Here is why they are such a hit now :-
– Revolutionary gel core absorbs shock and reduces pain-causing pressure
– Durable synthetic leather surface is stain-resistant and easy to clean
– Non-slip bottom keeps the Gel Pro Mat in place
– Bacterial-killing additive eliminates mold and mildew
These innovative mats have beautiful woven leather look in a stain-resistant material. Available in five go-with-any-decor colors. They make great gifts for those with back pain, foot pain or arthritis. Order yours now at GelPro.com.
Photos Of Bradgelina Twins – Vivienne & Knox Jolie-Pitt
Knox Leon and Vivenne Marcheline are only 3 weeks old and they are so adorable. People Magazine has the exclusive photos of the babies and their happy family. There is even a photo of big sister, Shiloh carrying her baby sister. It is just too cute!!! According to some sources, the celebrity couple is getting up to 14 million for the first exclusive pictures of their babies. For more photos and story, check out the latest People Magazine which hit the newstands today.