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Unique Gifts & Unusual Gift Ideas

Unique Gifts & Unusual Gift Ideas

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The Adventures of an Urban Socialite™ Top two images from Honestly… WTF (total cost about $5)/ Bottom image from Oak– retail $372.00 Love this clever project from Erica and Lauren of Honestly… WTF… so much so I might even attempt it– I love these bracelets! The best part is, there are tons of options in terms of hex nuts (they have bronze, steel, etc.) and twine color, size, etc. and the project is super straight-forward. Have fun! Build a Laundry Basket Dresser The free content provicded by this website is made possible by the following current sponsors. Thank you!

Ballerinas take over the Big Apple by Dane Shitagi & Chicquero Dane Shitagi is a NYC based photographer. Originally from Honolulu, he followed his instincts to live the photographic life. Taking inspiration from the sights and sounds of “the city” as well as the energy and diverse arts, Dane has formed a unique and heartfelt body of work that is sooo beautiful and personal. Accessory Foundry contact us about us shipping & returns & f.a.q. BLOGGERS GET SWAG press e-gift cards printable ring size chart necklace length chart Our online jewelry boutique offers an affordable eclectic selection of indie, bohemian, retro vintage style and artisan jewelry with most pieces between $10 and $50. Be your own trendsetter with our above trend indie jewelry, bohemian jewelry, retro vintage style jewelry, inspirational quote and word jewelry, urban & edgy jewelry, whimsical fun jewelry , sterling silver jewelry, artisan jewelry, statement jewelry and others. We believe the right accessories have the power to transform an outfit, extend your wardrobe and express your individuality. Our indie and artisan boutique jewelry is handmade with quality "ingredients" like sterling silver, brass and semiprecious stones.

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My laundry basket dresser with doors The free content provicded by this website is made possible by the following current sponsors. Thank you! Desserts That Are Almost Too Cute To Eat & Pretty Please Us Blog: Your guide to fashion, beauty, style & everything else in between. Hi, my name is Himani and I’m a sugar addict. But the only thing that holds me back from devouring a sinful concoction is if it looks super cute. You know… because cute desserts deserve to live longer than the ugly ones (I’m going to some sort of sugar-y hell for that one). Check out some of the cute desserts that you will think twice before you put them in your belly:

How to Think of What to Draw Edit Article Edited by Dvortygirl, Laptop123, Nicole Willson, Random and 41 others Have you been inspired to draw, including getting inspiration from famous artists, or are just doing it for fun? Drawing can often be fun, but sometimes it can be hard to think of ideas for what to draw. Dawn + Vinegar = Soap Scum KILLA So, you might remember this post from a while back. And if you do, you'll remember that I cannot stand soap scum. Like, it actually bothers me. I hate that we have this gorgeous bathroom, and all I can see is the soap scum that threatens to take over. And God help me if hubby and I are in the shower together (hey, we're in a water shortage) and I accidentally touch the walls. Ugh, gives me the heebie jeebies just thinking about it.

Recipe: Cinnamon & Sugar Pretzel Bites On the rare occasion that I take the kids to the mall, one snack we like to indulge in are the baked pretzels. My son particularly likes the cinnamon and sugar pretzel bites and with good reason. They're dough balls covered in sugar, what's not to like? Well, after spending way too much money on those pretzels, I decided to try making my own. Directions below. Cinnamon & Sugar Pretzel Bites DIY Wrap Bracelet - Honestly WTF You should all know by now that we are all about stacking bracelets on our wrists. The more, the better. In fact . . . the most, the best! With that being said, we’ll show you how to master a version of the ever so popular wrap bracelet. CARPET CLEANING!!! I've had a bunch of emails since posting my vinegar remedies on exact recipes for cleaning certain things. Lately, it's been the carpet, hard water stains and dishwashers. Well, I am going to add to my Let's Clean series over the next few weeks. Today, I will be cleaning my carpet! I live in an apartment and I really hate how they all have the lightest color carpet known to man. And most of them will charge you to replace the entire thing for one little stain!

Soft Pretzel Recipe I remember when I was in middle school, the coolest thing to do on the weekend was hang out at the mall. Every Saturday morning I’d sit in earnest waiting for the phone to ring, waiting for the magic words: “Do you want to go the mall?” It was like passing an instant popularity contest, only it had nothing to do with the actual middle school popularity hierarchy. By the mere act of being at the mall, you were cool. I have no idea why. High Fashion Home Blog: Tear It Up One pattern, so many possibilities... I found this one at Design Milk by way of NotCot... I am a wallpaper fiend.

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