Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Cinderella Themed Wedding? Princess Theme? Perfect jewelry for the crowning affair!


Pageant Queen Crown CZ Necklace
- $ 41.25
Having a Cinderella / Princess themed wedding? Here's a great piece of jewelry for your shower, bridal tea or wedding. You might not be a member of a royal family, but you can certainly feel like it with this Pageant Queen Crown Necklace. It is made of rhodium electroplated sterling silver and round cut cubic zirconia. This approximately 20 x 25 mm pendant comes on your choice of a 16, 18, 20 or 24 inch chain.
From Emitations.

Sunday, July 29, 2007

Personalized "I DO" Wedding Pillowcase Set

Personalized Wedding Gifts -I Do Wedding Pillowcase Set

Personalized Wedding Gifts -I Do Wedding Pillowcase Set


For wedded bliss (and a good night's sleep!), simply vow to do what she says! Our lighthearted pillowcases tell it like it is! Printed with the
humorous, "slightly-revised" wedding vows across the front, along with the bride and groom's first names. Each standard-size pillowcase is made of a
comfy 50/50 cotton/polyester blend; measures 42"x34". Machine wash/dry. Sold as a set of 2. Charming bridal shower or wedding gifts!

Fruit Carving Ideas for Your Special Event


Wonderful site if you are interested in Fruit / Vegetable carvings. Warning... if you want your carving to be as beautiful as this man's work, and you are new at it ... better start practicing now. Visit this Watermelon special fruitcarving site - for ideas!








Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Ice Ice Baby ... Diamond and Rice Earrings ... Perfect for a Wedding!

What a great pair of earrings! Perfect for a wedding! And by coincidence called Diamond and Rice Pearl Earrings. They are affordable, elegant and great to use for any special occasion, including as an heirloom.



Diamond and Rice Pearl Earrings: 14K White Gold Cultured

Classic elegance exudes from these gorgeous earrings. Dainty floral designs are exquisitely crafted from glistening white gold, studded with sparkling diamonds, and complemented by luminous rice pearls. A stunning look for a special occasion. And below is a coupon to get some extra savings : )


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Monday, July 23, 2007

Plus size cocktail dresses: short, sweet and sassy!

Some women have curves and Plus sized cocktail dresses solve the dress up dilemma of what to wear to any special occasion. The little black dress ranks as the best-ever cocktail dress plus you can dress it up with glitzy accessories for a big night out or dress it down for daytime with simple jewelry, shoes and purse. No matter what color, you’re sexy in a plus size cocktail dress, or, if looking for something eye catching ... here are a few of our picks!

Dotty Donna Ricco plus size dress Generous fit

  • Plus size party dress
  • A-line dress
  • Chiffon fabric
  • Halter neckline · V- neck
  • V-back
  • Wide band at waist
  • Handkerchief skirt
  • Fully lined
  • Tie at back of neck
  • Very roomy fit!



Flower Power

A-line dress; Cotton ; Scoop neckline; High back; Empire waist ; Partially lined.
Now this is a serious dress if you are going to a bridal tea or garden show. You may need a hat : )



  • Formal evening dress
  • A-line dress
  • Shimmer fabric
  • Halter neckline
  • Natural waist
  • Long formal skirt
  • Fully lined
  • Matching shawl sold separately

Saturday, July 21, 2007

Nikki Blonsky of Hairspray Loves IGIG! Great Plus Sized Fashions

Shimmering Dress with Shawl in Liquid Copper

Discover your inner goddess and show off those curves in sexy, elegant glitter. Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at PhotobucketBra-friendly straps Empire waist with ruched center detail . Pleated, full length, sweeping skirt. Shawl included. From IGIGI Plus Sized Shop.




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CELEBRITIES WEARING IGIGI

Young Hollywood on the rise. Hairspray star Nikki Blonsky wears IGIGI Siren Dress in Cobalt to Movieline's Hollywood Life 9th Annual Young Hollywood Awards, April 22, 2007. (Picture is by1) Photo: Mark Sullivan, WireImage.com)


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Thursday, July 19, 2007

So Cute It's Sexy ... The Cherry Print Halter Bustier Corset


2 PC. Halter Cherry bustier cami with cherry embellishment, includes Cherries G-string. Pink. By Leg Ave. Available here

Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Sometimes.... You Need A Hat : )

Bridal Tea? You need a hat.... here is a real stunner!


Fiesta Panama Swinger-Solarweave
- $ 68.00
Solarweave fabric provides excellent sun protection, combined with the tightweave of a Panama and you're set. Fiesta's Panama Swinger has a 4 1/2" high round crown and a 4" wide brim with a khaki colored solarweave fabric underside. Cotton fabric wraps around the crown and ends in a bustle in the back. Elasticized terry sweatband. Available color: Black, Ivory and Navy Blue. Available size: One size fits most.

Free Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows... A Deal!

This is worth posting. Anyone out there who want to buy something on the internet should check out SHOP.COM

They offer brand names such as Spiegel, Waterford, Sony . . . just to name a few. Now, if you are a Harry Potter Fan and want a great deal .... you can go to SHOP.COM and spend $100.00 and get the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows for Free! To me, this is a deal, whether you are buying for yourself or someone else. If you are spending money anyway why not get the freebie?

For those of you new to Harry Potter: Step into a world full of fantasy with the riveting adventures of Harry Potter and his friends. Read one of the books from the popular series, or check out some of the other nonfiction books about Harry Potter. Either way you will be transported from the mundane world of the Muggles to the fascinating world of wizardry and magic as soon as you start reading.


Free Harry Potter book with $100 purchase

And, depending on the couple, this just might be a proper wedding gift for them or for the holidays!

Tuesday, July 17, 2007

Marilyn 2 Piece Bandeau Apron for the Fashionable Bride to Be or Cook!


The holidays will be here before you know it! Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and so on. Not to mention the bridal showers and birthday's that are in between. Looking for a great gift. We found it. The Marilyn Bandeau Apron - 2 pc. No fashionable cook would ever be without the totally awesome Marilyn Apron Set. Great when the heat is on in the kitchen or out of the kitchen~ or, it could cause some heat in the kitchen!Cute Bandeau top that matches your cute little apron. For the woman who likes to stir things up! Made byCarolyn's Kitchen ... and available at GetGoRetro!

Thursday, July 12, 2007

Hello Kitty Diamond Pendant Necklace .... Honey I love this!

You got the money honey, I've go the neck for this : ) Let me make this 'purrrrrfectly clear', yes, diamonds are a girl's best friend..... then Hello Kitty must be her sister! This is so cute (and it's the real thing.) from Bailey, Banks and Biddle.

Hello Kitty Diamond Pendant Necklace (1 ctw.)This
Hello Kitty pendant in 18K white gold from the Hello Kitty Collection has pavé-set round diamonds totaling 1 ctw. and features black onyx eyes, a yellow citrine nose and a ruby bow in an 18K rose gold setting. The bead chain is 18.0 inches
in length.


Stone Type: Diamond

Stone Shape: Round

Stone Class: Genuine

Diamond Total Weight (CT. T.W.): 1

Gold Karat: 18K

Length: 18.0

Chain Type: Bead

Metal Color: Yellow and Rose

Metal Type: Gold

Diamond carat weights (CT.) represent the approximate total weight (T.W.) of all
diamonds in each setting and may vary no more than .07 below the stated weight.

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Rachael Ray Party Tricks... Place Cards for Seating


Rachael Ray has done it again! An easy way to make your own Seating Place Cards. All with the flick of the keyboard. All you have to do is take the time and buy the paper. Can't beat Rachael's affordable tips and ideas. Click here to access the site! Best of all it's free. Other tips by Rachael include: buying cloth napkins at a discount store and stamp or stencil each guests (or the bride and groom's initials) on them; Cut slits in the tops of dinner rolls, and place the seating cards in each slit. Take pictures of guests as they arrive with a polaroid, then punch holes in the top of the photos and hang them from the back of the chairs.

All great tips for your party events!

Kiss Me Hearts Satin Hot Water Bottle Cover

Isn't this cute??? From Wrappables.... Great selection of fun housewares and giftsKiss Me Diamante Hearts Satin Hot Water Bottle Cover.

This is cute. Makes a great bridal shower gift or gift to yourself!

Kiss Me Diamante Hearts Satin Hot Water Bottle Cover

Add some glam and glitz to a hot water bottle with our Kiss Me Diamante Hearts Satin Hot Water Bottle Cover! This sassy cover is made of hot pink satin with ballet pink piping and ribbon detail. The design features scattered diamante hearts and the phrase, "kiss me" embroidered in cursive style with ballet pink thread. Hot water bottle not included. Fits
standard size water bottles.

Wednesday, July 04, 2007

1940 and 1950 Retro Inspired Aprons... A Guilty Pleasure

Talk about sexy AND CUTE! An apron that no fashionable housewife or retro connoseur would be without. Vintage-inspired apron sand matching glove sets.

Gift-giving has never been more fun for hostess gifts, bridal showers, holidays or for simply indulging yourself...just because you want to! These Kitchen aprons and glove sets are fun, sexy and all about feeling glamorous and fun. They are guilty pleasure and indulgence : ). So whether you're a gourmet chef or can't make toast, wear one of these cute aprons and nobody will care if you can cook or not... ;cause you will be your own hot little number : )
And if you are thinking about the holidays .... the Candy Cane Apron is absolutely adorable as a gift. These are also nice for wedding shower gifts!
Available at our eboutique: GetGoRetro.com

Tuesday, July 03, 2007

Camelot Collection ... Fit for a King and Queen : )


Isn't this gorgeous???? Camelot Collection - This stunning collection features bittersweet chocolate floral lace against a champagne colored base. Includes guest book, memory book, flower girl basket, pen holder, and ring pillow. Save almost $100 by buying this collection as a whole!


The name "Camelot" says it all... think of queens, being a princess; Robert Goulet and Jackie Kennedy.... What more can you say? : )


Monday, July 02, 2007

What's Under the Gown is Just as Important as the Gown Itself!


The Bridal Necessities: Everything you need to know about bridal underpinnings

Bride-To-Be, it's crunch time. You've found Mr. Right, set the date, and now it's time to find your dress. It seems like you've got it all under control...right?

Not to frighten you, but have you forsaken one of the most easily overlooked details of your wedding day ensemble? ..... your oh-so essential, yet often an afterthought bridal underpinnings. Foremost on the list of every bride-to-be is finding the elusive dream dress, but without the proper underpinnings, your perfect dress could look like a total mess.

The perfect underpinnings are the best complement to the perfect gown. Even on your big day, Bare Necessities has got you (under) covered, with a full selection of bridal underpinnings as well as all of the info you'll need to purchase the perfect, pretty, ultra-comfortable skivvies for your wedding day and beyond. Next: Getting Started - The Quest for the Perfect Dress .... Click on Link for Info

Bridal Tea? Here are 2 Great Desserts .... Praline Cake, Pear Cake.. "YUM-O"

Looking for a great dessert for your bridal shower? For a Bridal Tea? Here are 2 great ones. These are "YUM-O"... and definitely make a statement. Rich, creamy and worth the calories ; )

PRALINE CAKE
European style rendition of praline has hazelnuts, almonds and a hint of smokiness.Three layers of hazelnut butter cake filled with crushed pralines, praline buttercream and chocolate buttercream, finished with praline buttercream and crushed pralines, and decorated on top with a small cluster of pralines.
Ingredients:Butter, Flour, Sugar, Eggs, Hazelnuts, Almonds, Buttermilk, Bittersweet
Chocolate, Vanilla Extract, Baking Soda.


PEAR ALMOND CAKE
Pear and almond...a classic flavor combination. Rich and creamy. Three thin layers of almond cake filled with poached pears and bavarian cream, finished with white buttercream and honey toasted almonds, and
decorated on top with dried pear slices.

Ingredients:Eggs, Heavy Cream, Pears, Butter, Almonds, Flour, Marzipan, Sugar, White
Chocolate, Pear Liqueur, Vanilla Extract, Honey.

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