28. July 2009 by Parker.

Whether you are a tea drinker or avid coffee lover, these mugs simply make me smile every time I see them.

What do you need today? Creativitea? Simplicitea? Prosperotea? These mugs not only offer up some form of inspiration but they also provide you with the definition on the inside rim; just in case you needed a little extra help that day!

Etsy now has so many creative people using it that I can spend an entire day just jumping from one person’s store to the next and simply get lost in the labarynth that is Etsy.com. Here are a set of hand painted vintage mugs by Trixie Delicious that really make me wonder who would I give these to?

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11. July 2009 by Parker.

My husband is the king of Mondegreens (the official term for misheard phrases or lyrics), especially lyrics in his case.  Every time a sone comes on that he loves, I sit back quietly, eagerly anticipating what amalgam of words he is going to spew. Most people would replace unknown phrases with a mish-mosh of words but not my man. He substititutes phrases like ‘A psychophant with my ladder’ in place of ‘I signal them with my lighter’. Now that’s what I call an educated guess!

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10. July 2009 by Parker.

I already bought a true grandfather clock for my hubby last year. After all, he has always wanted to own one and I must admit, I like the chiming sound. It’s kind of like having a sophisticated cuckoo clock in the hall.

However, I found these creative decals on-line and am now eager to transform my office space and use one of them to showcase my more whimsical side. Plus, for $37.00, you just can’t beat it!

And some notable others from WhatIsBlik.com…

Classical $55.00

Lacy Sunday $55.00

My Crony $55.00

Time Fades $38.00

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25. June 2009 by Parker.

I just stumbled across this gadget in a magazine the other day and thought it would be pretty handy for those who live in areas where you pay for water. I’d get one myself if I didn’t have well water for free and all…

The Showerstart Evolve Lady Bug gadget attaches to any showerhead.  While the shower heats up in the morning, it allows you to multitask  as it turns the water down to a trickle once it is hot. Then all you have to do is pull the cord when you are ready to get it and it returns the stream to full pressure. Pretty cool , huh?

Urban Outfitters has always been known for their hip clothing, nut did you know that they have some of the coolest decorating items out there? Check out this SAT Shower curtain for your high school Junior or  your self proclaimed erudite husband.

By far one of the most clever bath mats I have seen lately. This would make a great conversation piece in your guest bath that is sans bath tub.

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18. June 2009 by Parker.

I cook for two which is just about as hard as it was to cook for one when I was single. So using large pans to make extra large dishes means leftovers for days if not a week plus. Since my husband and I both lose interest in a leftover after 24 hours, those giant tupperware containers merely hog up space in my fridge.That is why I found these Circulon pans to be so refreshing. They allow you to make smaller portions that not only cater to the small family but also to a smaller waist.

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17. June 2009 by Parker.

I am always on the lookout for the great picnic basket of the century. One that will blow me away with color, design, adaptability, storage, and more. As I find ones I like, I tear them out of magazines and keep them in a binder hoping to one day be able to afford to purchase one or give in and build one myself. Something tells me that it will be the latter.

The odd thing about me wanting a picnic basket so bad is that my husband and I never picnic. Maybe that is because I am lacking that oh so perfect basket or he works too much for us to find the time. I would like to think that if I had this magical basket, we would escape away on a sunny afternoon to one of our beautiful Savannah squares, kick off our shoes, and sit down for an afternoon picnic. Doesn’t that sound good?

Anyway, here is my latest picnic basket/ back pack find for the exagerrated price tag of $150.00!

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8. May 2009 by Parker.

I have finally found it! The coolest thing to do in Florida…at least as far as I am concerned! Located in Bayfront Park, The Flying Trapeze School has circus professionals available to teach any beginner the art of hurling through the air. Ah…to stand on a tiny platform, perched high above the ground, wearing nothing more than a leotard and safety harnesses…. to plunge into the air, exhilerated and free sounds like heaven to me!

 Next step, convincing the husband that the cost of travel and actual training is worth my adrenaline rush!

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30. April 2009 by Parker.

If anyone out there has a husband/ wife/ partner like mine, these silicone pot clips will help keep the counter clear of dirty spoons and spatulas… therefore cutting down on the multiple clean ups during the cooking experience. For less than $8 per clip, my husband will be able to keep my counters free and clear of splatter which makes me very happy! Check these nifty clips out here.

I knew someone would come up with this one day, just didn’t imagine the goggles would look so trendy. Guess I had it in my head that they would look more like the safety goggles I sport while using a chain saw. Either way, Sur La Table also sells Onion Goggles to keep you from sobbing away while prepping dinner. For $22.00 a pop, I think I would rather just chill the onion for 15 minutes and slice tear Free!

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27. April 2009 by Parker.

I found something that not only appeals to the puzzlemaster inside me BUT it also caters to the obsessive compulsive side of me that locks doors all the time. ThinkGeek has done it again with this great $50 lock that will surely find its way to my Christmas list!

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20. April 2009 by Parker.

 makes awesome  furniture(beds, couches, chairs…) out of old cars. The pink one is the 1960 Chevy Impala Bed with working headlights and a hood that opens for bedding storage in engine compartment. Very cooladdition to your home if you can afford the overhaul!

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