Holiday gift ideas that cost under twenty-five dollars tend to carry an unfortunate stigma that they are somehow cheap and gaudy. The fact of the matter is that being frugal in this day and age often times makes sure that most, if not all, of those on your gifting list actually receive something that they [...]
It’s been a busy day. While waiting for the power supply repair to complete, I was flipping through some fashion magazines, checking out these colourful and artistic shoulder bags from Floto. This quintessential bag caught my eye for its vibrant colours and patterns. Handmade in Northern Italy using patterned cotton canvas and matching leather trim [...]
I am a fan of Christmas decorations. I love the blinking lights and the beauty of glittering ornaments mixed with bright shades of red and gold. Just imagine this, every household can be given the same ornaments, yet, it is unlikely that any two will look the same. I love the fact that for one [...]
Karen Cole enjoys working with bright saturated color to create lively designs of elegant, lasting appeal for her exclusive line of stylish cards. [...]
Hmm… I find it hard not to make a mention on Dahlia Petal Bead necklace since it matches with the Shiraz earrings in my earlier post. Like Shirazm Dahlia is colorful and versatile with a choice of ten classic colours to choose from. It is hard to settle on one since all the colours look [...]
I have a secret to tell. I know it’s probably no big deal to many readers here but it sure is to me. Being raised in a traditional chinese family, having a tattoo for a girl is a no-no. So, few years ago, I was on the verge of getting a small tattoo on my [...]
In less than three months’ time, Christmas is here again. A timeless holiday gift idea in the gift of books: photo albums and scrapbooks. Whenever a natural disaster strikes and someone’s home has become destroyed, when asked what they miss the most out of their belongings, it is always the family photo album. Photos hold [...]
Wine appreciation has become a common subject these days, whether for leisure or for business. Interestingly, some companies will organize wine tasting sessions or wine tasting trips for its employees or business clients, making it a fun event for everyone. Wine has become a common beverage in social functions, wedding parties, meal times, special occasions, [...]
It’s always nice to receive personalized cards during the holiday season especially those with photos of families and friends. If you are blessed with design skills, then creating a card via your computer and colour printer will be a piece of cake. But the nice thing is even if you don’t possess any design skills, [...]
Part of the fun as a child is attending school plays, dressed up parties and school concerts. I remembered those times where I looked forward to dress up like a princess and parade on the stage in the fancy dress concert. Some of my school mates would be dressed in their fanciful costumes too. One [...]
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