Wednesday, December 29, 2010

NEW MUSIC FOR THE NEW YEAR


Let's face it, most of us know Australia from the very faux aussie commercials. Outback Steak house and Aussie shampoo are probably the two biggest references of Australia that North America has seen, until now. Angus and Julia Stone are going to be that countries next great thing. The best way to describe their sound is if you where viewing your favorite childhood memories through one of those old filmy projectors where the color is a little faded, and think how sweet things in life where. Ok, so that may be a little out there for you, but I can promise, you will love them.

Favorite Song:  Mango Tree    click on song to view music video

Monday, December 27, 2010

Starting Tuesday, December 28th, The World According To.....Boutique is have a huge blowout sale. Come check it out!

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Driving Spirit


December 19th 1982 I arrived to the US for the first time. I was very sad to leave my cousins and  friends behind but excited to see snow for the first time. It had snowed three days prior and the piles of gray snow I saw on the side of the roads were very disappointing .There was however one thing that put a smile on my face , an old station wagon, you know the ones with the wood like panels on the outer doors, YES that one! It was decorated for Christmas, it had a wreath attached to the front! "Christmas jewelery for the car I thought" What spirit they must have here!I told myself that as soon as I had a car I would decorate it for Christmas .Four years later I got my first car and apparently, I was too cool for a wreath. Then life happened and now, 27 years later  I put a wreath on my car and made my friend do it also. I LOVE IT! People look at it and smile, it's simple but in the madness of it all, when I'm rushing to go here or there, I notice people smiling at my wreath and it makes me happy and reminds me of what the holidays are for! My friend and I are starting a new tradition, we will be hanging wreaths from our cars the day after Thanksgiving and kicking off the Holiday season. Will you join us? We want people to make us smile too!

Tuesday, December 21, 2010


VROLIJKE KERSTMIS, JOYEUX NOEL, FROHE WEIHNACHTEN,
BUON NATALE, FELIZ NATAL, FELIZ NAVIDAD,
AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Sunday, December 12, 2010

WRAP IT UP!





All these prints inspire me to go above and beyond this Christmas holiday for all those gifts under the tree. Find your favorite retro or vintage inspired paper at these sites:




Friday, December 10, 2010

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

MUM IS THE WORD



This indie rock band, The Mumlers, is a hidden gem in today's tech savey world. Seven individuals have created a vintage inspired feel to their band in the oddest of neighborhoods; Silicone Valley, and with the use of old high school instruments, they have created a woozy, folkey tale sound. These individuals are not the smooth fashion easta types, but when you produce music like the Mumlers do, well, who cares! Check out song: Tangled Up With You. A must have addition to your playlist.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

NO BONES ABOUT IT


This Christmas, don't forget about our little four legged friends. These gift ideas are a unique way to set you pet apart from the others. A great way for your little buddy to express their individual style:)

 




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