Saturday, May 9, 2009

A weekend of pampering

It's that time once again, where pancakes and coffee arranged with love and care arrive at your bedside on a tray with your favorite magazine.

Gifts from the kids are assembled and glued the week prior at school - and everyone is eager for you to open their gift first. But then after the construction paper picture frames and paper mache vases are put into place - comes the "daddy" gift....and here are some ideas (in case dad is planning a shopping spree today).

Middle Burg Folk Art StudioThis is a wonderful idea I found on etsy.com. Why not surprise mom with one of these families made from paper mache and mounted on wooden bases. Hair color and style, skin tone, clothing style and colors are all up to your families’ specifics. Words, sayings or names can be written on the base. Middle Burg Folk Studio makes these truly one-of-a-kind gifts from photos of each subject. It can feature your entire family or just the kids – whichever you choose they are special!

Family SilhouettesI have always loved the silhouette, and for Mother’s Day there is no other gift like it! Fill a vacant wall with frames of the family or just the kids – whatever you decide it will be eye-catching!

Made by hand – literally Looking for something extra personal for mom, handmade (pardon the pun) gifts are always a hit. This one is really special and easy to do. Take a canvas for each child (and yourself too!), paint it if you want or leave it plain. Then apply paint to your hand – stamp the canvas and…..this is something she is sure to love!

Stacking birthstone ringsAs writing this I began to envision Angelina’s stacking collection of rings. I really like this idea, carrying on your finger a stack of rings that reminds you of each of your children. It ring encompasses the birthstone of that child’s birth. I think the idea is unique and really takes a mom back to where her journey began!

Spectacular Table Décor These are so beautiful. You can find them on esty.com from the seller Fanciful Form. They are made from a kind of air dry clay similar to cold porcelain. And the floral shapes are so soft, while still being eye-catching. This seller also has jewelry which is just as spectacular.

When a techy gift is acceptable?Vivienne Tam HP Digital Clutch. This gorgeous peony print from the designers spring collection covers a convenient and compact digital clutch – the perfect gift for the fashionista mom

Flippin outI have to admit I have a thing for flip flops (I wish I could wear them 24/7), but these have to be a must have for me! Juicy Couture plush flip flop slippers with charm and all!

And what is my perfect mother’s day gift? A day with my family, playing and enjoying each other, but don’t get me wrong I wouldn’t return the laptop or flip flops!

Enjoy your day moms!

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Back to blogging

Ok - so it's been a real long time....and why? Well I have been travelling for the past 2 weeks to the Orient, and what should happen while I am there?

My laptop crashed - well actually it burned!! I lost everything on my hard drive and could not retrieve it. I was devastated. I had several clippings, creative inspirations, blog ideas and pictures - and they are all gone!

I also lost my blog roll - so all my favs from my Internet list - disappeared.

It has taken me a while to get things back and running and accept the idea that I am starting from scratch - but I am here and ready to begin again.

Please stay tuned I am working on the next "licious" list and some great mother's day ideas too....

I hope to keep your interest and get your comments and feedback as I begin the blogging journey once again - and sorry it's been so long!

Kim