Antique and Vintage

Robbin's Egg Bleu's mission is all about fluffing the nest. It is their passionate belief that our homes are personal sanctuaries where we can express our individualism and have fun! It's owner operator, Carol Castle has been in the antiques and collectibles trade for about 20 years in Vermont. Some of the offerings are upcycled altered vintage and some are not. From housewares to lighting to linens and more.

 Check out Robbin's Egg Bleu On Etsy

http://www.etsy.com/shop/robinseggbleunest?section_id=7178294

Monday's Marvellous Find

Shabby Apple

Clothing - Jewelry - Accessories

www.shabbyappple.com

Vintage and Jazz Inspired Collections for the young and older......

Earth Hour 2011

Saturday, March 26th, 2011 at 830pm.

Lights in homes and businesses around the world will be turning out the lights for one hour in support of global climate change. Earth Hour started in Sydney, Australia in 2007 when 2.2 million people and 2000 businesses turned off their lights for one hour to stand for climate change. By 2010, 188 countries and territories participated in 

Earth Hour. 

Create a virtual lantern to show your support and on going commitment to a sustainable future.

http://www.earthhour.org/kids/MakeALantern.aspx

DIY Centrepiece Inspiration

Mirrors - Candles - Vases - 

- Glass Pebbles -

Flowers (or the Bridesmaid Bouquets) 

Simple & Elegant

Find Everything You Need At Your Local Craft Store

Orchids! Orchids! Orchids!

Every store front you walk past this time of year seems to be filled with Orchids. Their simplistic, elegant beauty is breathtaking. Orchids are a great centrepiece idea for any celebration; and can double as favours for your guests. All you need to do is purchase a few terra cotta pots in your colour of choice (white pots do make their green leaves POP) and voila!

Monday's Marvellous Find!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/evapaul
Eva & Paul are a husband and wife design duo committed to bringing fresh, modern ideas to Save-the-Date Cards and invitations,
at a budget friendly price.
Customers are able to order a package of printed samples as well as contact Evapaul with questions regarding custom orders. 

A Toast To Brunch.......

Present Opening Brunch.......Sunday Brunch........Easter Brunch.......Bridal Shower Brunch......Father's Day Brunch.....they're even better with a cocktail right!?!? Here are 5 cocktail recipes to add a kick to your brunch.

Bellini

2 oz peach juice or puree

4 oz champagne

peach slices for garnish (optional)

Pour the peach juice or puree into a Champagne flute. Slowly top with Champagne. Garnish and serve.

Bloody Mary

2 oz vodka

1/2 cup tomato juice

2 tsp lemon juice

Worchestershire sauce

Tabasco

Celery stick and/or lemon wedge for a garnish

Add dashes of Worchestershire sauce, Tabasco and salt & pepper into a glass. Pour vodka, tomato juice and lemon juice over ice. Stir gently, garnish and serve. 

Screwdriver

2 oz vodka

5 oz orange juice

Pour over ice, stir gently, garnish with an orange slice and serve.

Mimosa

1/2 oz Triple Sec 

2 oz orange juice

4 oz chilled Champagne

Pour orange juice and Triple Sec into a champagne flute. Top with Champagne. Garnish with an orange slice and serve.

Champagne Punch

12 oz frozen fruit punch, partially thawed

10 oz frozen strawberries

2/3 cup orange juice

2 tbsp lemon juice

24 oz ginger ale

1 bottle of Champagne

3 cups water

Place a frozen ice ring in a punch bowl. Add punch, water, strawberries and juices. Stir well. Add ginger ale and Champagne. Stir and serve.

ENJOY!!!!