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May 7, 2010
We have a new addiction to add to our ever-growing list. We’re already addicted to shopping, Red Mango frozen yogurt, bad reality television on MTV (and yes, we know we’re too old for MTV, but it has a hold on us!), buying more books to read (even though the pile on our nightstand is currently up to 15), and of course, fashion magazines and lip gloss. We didn’t think we had time for another addiction, but we’ve managed to fit one more in. We are currently huge blog fiends. We have a list of blogs a mile long that we regularly follow and check daily. It takes us at least an hour every day to wade through the latest blog news—from friends’ weddings and kid blogs to design, fashion and photography blogs—and let’s not forget the cooking blogs. We just can’t get enough. The blogs are taking over our lives! But at least we are gathering lots of great ideas, tips and pretty pictures and inspirations. And if you ever need a blogommendation, you know who to ask! |
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| 1 | Spring Fling They say April showers bring May flowers, but with all this crazy weather going on recently we’re not sure what to predict anymore. Eh, whatevs—it’s no big deal—because we can be sure our spring will be full with all the flora goodness that we love to give and get! Fleurt is the newest storefront to open on the trendy California Avenue strip in West Seattle. With quirky vintage French accordion music playing in the backdrop, air plants in bubble vases hung about, freshly picked flowers in tin buckets and cozy wooden beams and countertops made from reclaimed wood, we felt like we had just walked into a the world’s cutest cottage. We picked some posies (from a wide variety of local growers) and browsed the collection of goodies. Every gift (pillows, soaps, candles, and more) is unified with a botanical theme. Our favorites are the living terrarium necklaces—they give a whole new meaning to green fashion. We don’t really have green thumb, so thanks to the lovelies at Fleurt, we’ve got spring covered. Fleurt |
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| 2 | Never Go Without Why do we always seem to forget two or three things on our grocery list? It’s 10 pm on a Thursday and the idea of schlepping back to QFC sounds like serious torture. On the other hand, going without toothpaste or Cheetos for another night is not an option. Say hello to Snacks in Ballard. It’s an old-fashioned hipster form of a Quick Mart but much more fun. The bales of hay and jugs of cider at the front entrance definitely give it a kind of general-store-Laura-Ingalls feel. But we don’t think Ma and Pa could have purchased a six pack of microbrews or Pepto Bismol way back when. We found our tube of toothpaste and Cheetos as well as a container of Molly Moons ice cream. And temptingly, Snacks’ wine selection was most intriguing, as was their quirky collection of t-shirts. We picture ourselves making a late-night visit after a show at the Tractor. … Did we mention they sell piping hot Dante Inferno dogs and are open until 2:30 am on weekends? Happy sigh. We’ll never be without Snacks again. Snacks |
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| 3 | Paint Your Wagon There’s a tiny part of our psyche that has never grown up; we still get a thrill from squeezing stuffed animals, imagining magical worlds, and playing dress up. It’s something we have accepted. (There’s something freeing about feeling young at heart… it’s not like we’re riding tricycles to work or anything. Jeeze.) Anyhoo, we recently noticed a new resident on the main drag of Madison Park: Red Wagon Toys. And we weren’t exactly thinking of our nieces and nephews when we decided to peek inside this darling toy heaven. The white-painted shelves beckon little princesses with beautifully illustrated fairytale books, and the stuffed bears will pull at anyone’s heartstrings. Add in a special dress-up nook—complete with everything from fairy wings to swords and armor—and it’s like a wonderland for wee ones. Red Wagon has us wishing it was cool to play with dolls at our “advanced” age. But no worries—we’ll just “pretend” we have more nieces and nephews… and go back as often as we like to indulge in the wonder of it all. Red Wagon Toys |
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| 1 | Right On Our accessory obsession knows no bounds—we have rings for every finger—and all of our neighbors’ fingers—but we still find ourselves falling in love with new pieces. Happily, Manic Trout has pretty little baubles for next to nothing, so we can load up on fun costume jewelry without breaking the piggy bank open. This “Lauren” Zsa Zsa Bling Ring is our new favorite—the color, the casual setting, the $25 price—it’s all so right! |
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| 2 | My Baby Love With a handful of friends expecting, our baby shower invitations are stacking up and staking claim of our summer weekends fast. Since every mother wishes only health and happiness for their munchkin, we’ve got the just the gift in mind. Caldrea’s Sweet Pea Baby Gift Set collection includes products that are specially formulated to go easy on baby’s skin, clothes, linens and nursery surfaces. And their delicate fragrance smells just like spring. |
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| 3 | Spring’s Powers Something about spring makes us want to show our flirtatious side. Chalk it up to our romantic sundresses or bicep-baring guys seen basking in the sun on bar patios and parks. Of course, with slip dresses and potential hotties on the scene, we need to ditch the granny panties pronto. Our go-to underthings: Hanky Panky’s cute and comfy lacy numbers. Find them at a variety of metro shops, such as Martin’s and Flirt Boutique. |
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| 1 | Calling all Fashionistas Seattle Fashion Week has finally arrived, and while it may not be the tents at Bryant Park, we are still pretty pumped! Check out the site for all the activities over the next week. Just a few big names involved, to get you going: 7 For All Mankind, Strut Boutique, Vera Wang and Blayne Walsh. Woot! What: Seattle Fashion Week 2010 |
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It’s Easy Being Green Ladies, we have breaking news for you. You don’t have to sacrifice style to be sustainable. Watch the ladies at Crave prove it at the CraveGreen event with Herban Feast. See organic haute couture, nosh on organic food, and sip their specialty cocktail at this evening of indulgence with an eco-twist. It feels good to go green, trust us. What: CraveGreen Event |
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| 3 | High Tea One of our favorite events of the season is, without a doubt, the Luly Yang High Tea fashion show in the Georgian Room at the Fairmont. The food is delish, the champagne is bubbly and the fashion is breathtaking. Reserve your tickets to see her French Vanilla Lace collection now! What: Luly Yang High-Tea Fashion Show |
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| 4 | Break Out of Your Morning Routine Morning routines have become…routine. Maybe an encounter with a giant fridge would change that. Seattle’s Best Coffee built a fridge, filled it with new Iced Lattes, and placed it on city streets. Look for the Big Red Fridge to get one free! Race you there! (You can also find Iced Lattes to stock your ownfridge at local grocery stores.) What: Free Seattle’s Best Coffee Iced Lattes |
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