JAN 31 | The Tents NYFW Documentary
I think I will go to this, sounds like fun!
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Sunday, November 4, 2012
My Latest Book: An Introduction
I have been working on a new book for many moons now, and I would
like to share a small introduction to it. I hope you will have as much fun
reading (the book when finished) as I have had writing it. More will be
revealed in the actual introduction page of the book. I hope to interest you on
how it’s going, for I would be glad to keep you informed on its progress! Feel
free to give me a shout any time!
Inside this book you
will find helpful insights and downright educational information about your
health, beauty, the beauty products you use, the FDA and more.
You will come across
what you may- or may not for that matter- think of as common terminology
expounded upon and be amazed at what is actually revealed. These facts are a
part of your daily routine: bodily health, facial health, anti- aging and more.
Arm yourself with
education, which will help you and your family. Invest in yourself!
You will also be
delighted with all manner of DIY’s, from decorating your home to the
explanation and use of culinary-organic- flowers, such as lavender and rose and
how to use them and their benefits in your new hand made beauty products and
more, along with plenty of simple DIY instructions and where to purchase the
right products.
I will be covering a
wide range of unique & interesting topics for your education and reading
pleasure, such as manners for the 21st century and the nostalgia of
the 19th century. The Victorian era is a many splendored thing for within
there are many subjects we can delve into! For starters, violets, vanities and
vintage china, to name a few.
Walk along side me on
the dimly lit side streets of Venice, Italy and other fascinating, romantic and
mysterious places. Indulge yourself, invest in yourself via important and
pampering beauty rituals and have the DIY’s to accompany them.
Learn about the many,
many types of natural beauty products and their benefits. Learn some secrets to
prevent premature aging and not have to spend a small fortune implementing them.
Get reacquainted with
‘old fashioned’ letter writing, journaling, and how ‘taking tea’ was started.
Accessories - now and
then, lace and grace, caviar mousse, rose petal delights and champagne. Oh the
joys of being a woman!
I hope to stir
memories & nostalgia within you, help to create new rituals and simply
enjoy yourself while learning via an interesting, eclectic read- while sipping
tea and having daydreams of your own all the while!
Dream, create, learn and pamper your self
with this fascinating volume, a collection of works created by an
inspirational, thought provoking author, visionary, dreamer and romantic!
The poetry of life
brought to life!
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Victorian Vintage
I am an avid collector of vintage & antique anything! I adore the Victorian era most. Nothing makes me happier than to find a sought after or recently seen 'have to have' item and getting it at a great price, in somes cases a real steal! Living in the state that I do now, Indiana, I have been finding bargins that are out of this world. I lived in N.J. for most of my life, and I know what these items are actually being sold for in most of the country.I will share a recent summer find with you. It was on my need to have list. I pais $80.00 for it and to me it was indeed a bargain. It's in perfect condition. In a antique store in N.J. I have seen them for $400.00 a piece.
It is a victorian ,(walnut carved wood) ladies parlor chair. Its presence graces my 'sitting room'.
Speaking of Victorian parlors, here's a little information on them:
It has been written that, “…the ideal Victorian home tended
to boast a parlor between homely comfort and grandeur; its thickly upholstered
chairs, fringed footstools and sumptuously curtained windows…" Susan K. Leopold
There are some fine distinctions between the drawing room,
the sitting room and the parlor. Not many, but there are some differences. The
word parlor comes to use via the French parleur. The parlor is packed full of
meaning, within detailed research and explanations, however the summary is as
follows; it is a place, grander than the (Victorian) living room yet a place of
privacy and a space set aside for conversation and social interaction.
Drawing room stems from ‘withdrawing', again the reference
for the need of privacy.
I adore the heaviness and comfort of dark victorian furnture and the opulent warmth of the curtains and acessories!
I plan to share many more of my great finds with you. About 2 weeks ago I bought a French brocade walnut trimmed couch. If I told you what I paid for it, you simply won't believe me!
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Lavender cookies are sure to please and surprise!
"English Lavender (l. angustifolia and munstead)
has the sweetest fragrance of all the lavenders and is the one most commonly
used in cooking. The uses of lavender are limited only by your imagination.
Lavender has a sweet, floral flavor, with lemon and citrus notes. The potency
of the lavender flowers increases with drying. In cooking, use 1/3 the quantity
of dried flowers to fresh. The key to cooking with lavender is to experiment;
start out with a small amount of flowers, and add more as you go. NOTE: Adding too much lavender to your recipe can be like eating perfume
and will make your dish bitter. Because of the strong flavor of lavender, the
secret is that a little goes a long way."
Lavender Cookies
Victorian Lavender Cookies with Rose Water
Icing Notes
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon lavender, crushed
1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
For Icing:
2 cups powdered sugar
5 1/2 teaspoons water
6 1/2 teaspoons rose water
Yields About 4 dozen
Preparation Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Cream together the butter and sugar. Add the
eggs, lavender, flour, baking powder and salt.
Drop by teaspoons onto an ungreased cookie
sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes.
While the cookies bake, prepare the icing by
mixing the powdered sugar with water and rose water. Drizzle over the cookies
after they have cooled.
Friday, March 9, 2012
Not all Dead Sea Salts are the same!
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The Stunning Dead Sea
This was written by my supplier:
The Stunning Dead Sea
This was written by my supplier:
“Not all Dead Sea Salts are the same - IMPORTANT NOTE:
It is very important to consider quality when purchasing Dead
Sea salt. High quality Dead Sea salt has a high mineral content, which is known
to promote amazing healing and skincare properties. However, many of the Dead
Sea salts on the market today have been processed, mineral depleted, or blended
with another salt to produce a salt that is far inferior to the real natural
Dead Sea salts.
BEWARE - MANY FAKES FOUND ON
E-BAY/Web.”
Dead Sea Salt Chemical Analysis:
My supplier purchased Dead Sea
salts from different sellers on E-bay and had them all analyzed. Those ‘dead
sea salts’ only had a small percentage of actual Dead Sea salt. They were cut
with other salts and such.
Benefits of Dead Sea Minerals:
Regular use has been clinically
proven to relieve the symptoms of psoriasis; skin allergies, arthritis, back
pain, and are even recognized as a cure for stress, insomnia and many other
related conditions.
Magnesium: Promotes healing of skin tissue and provides skin surface
with anti-allergic element. Essential for cell metabolism.
Bromide: Soothes skin, relaxes body muscles, and tranquilizes nerves.
Sulfur:
A natural disinfectant, (constituent of certain vitamins).
Sulfur is used to detoxify the body, assist the immune system and fight
the effects of aging, as well as arthritis.
Although sulfur might not be an essential mineral, it is an essential
element of protein, biotin as well as vitamin B1. It is part of the chemical
structure of the amino acids methionine, cysteine, taurine and glutathione. It
is further needed in the synthesis of collagen, which is needed for good skin
integrity.
Potassium: A moisture regulator that maintains a neutral environment in
the skin.
Calcium: A building block for corrective tissue under the skin surface.
Sodium: Relieves stiffness and muscle cramps and maintains neutral
environment in the skin.
Certified Pure & Natural Dead Sea Salts, product of Israel.
Our Dead Sea Salts are certified
100% authentic, pure and natural, and are the same salts used in decadent spas
around the world!
Our Dead Sea Salt not been
processed or refined here in the U.S. We sell the highest quality Dead Sea
salts on the market today.
The Benefits of Rose Water
These are only some of the benefits of using Rose Water.
Rose Water has multiple uses and the benefits of Rose Water are many and varied:
Natural rose water has a beautiful uplifting scent.
Rose water is a gentle cleansing and toning product for all skin types.
Rose water has hydrating and anti-inflammatory action when applied to to your skin.
Rose water is known to help digestion.
Rose water has anti-viral, antiseptic, and disinfectant properties.
Rose water maintains pH balance, stimulates the regeneration processes & it has a calming effect on acne and sunburns.
Rose water is used to flavor drinks and refreshments.
Roses petals and hips are edible and are high in vitamin C.
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