Sunday, November 29, 2009

1st Advent... the magic begins....





I am making crepe paper angels and filling them with Advent goodies tucked in their skirts I think I will have to make some like crackers for the Yule table.



These are some silk velvet gift bags that I can put in a selection of small presents, that will be fun to unwrap, I have to sew some silver snowy sequins on this one yet.


We had the most lovely day choosing our tree  and just smelling all the trees together and seeing the magic in peoples faces, I hope you are having a wonderful Advent today.Thank you for all your lovely comments, and visits.
Hugs for a peaceful week
Lynn xxxx 

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Man Shops Globe- Sundance Channel


Keith Johnson- Anthropology Buyer

What more can anyone ask for when they're able to travel and shop??...To get paid for it! My new t.v. best friend Keith Johnson has the job of my dreams traveling all over the world searching for the perfect items to feature in the one of a kind store Anthropology. You can follow him while he travels to places from India to Argentina seeking out artifacts that holds true to the Anthropology style.

Natives from each destination act as guides for Johnson, taking him to overlooked artisan warehouses, small antique shops, or design conventions. The way he examines pieces and recontructs them to transform their purpose is amazing and inspiring. He instantly knows what does and doesn't work for his clientele and quickly moves to the next destination if nothing tickles his fancy.

The pressure of producing an interesting presentation for his bosses at Anthropology is the only thing that could possibly stop this from being the best job ever...but with his eye, it's a cake walk. Recently while in Chicago, I perused the Anthropology store in the Gold Coast and was so excited when I saw a birdcage from India that Johnson picked out on the show. I didn't think it would fit in my suitcase though.

If you haven't seen the show yet, catch up on Comcast On Demand or tune in to the Sundance channel Wednesday nights at 10pm.

-Doni W.

Item of the Day- Black Friday Find


 Click image to purchase
 
Normally, I refrain from the Black Friday madness--the shoving in line, the race to grab the last pair of sale jeans, and the hours of waiting in line before the store opens--not my cup of tea. But yesterday I did get out at a sensible time, 10:30, and hit a few stores to see what they had to offer.

Express had an amazing sale that I couldn't participate in because it ended at noon and the time was 11:32am and I just can't shop under that type of pressure. Forever21 did in fact have $6 jeans...that I already owned, so that didn't help, and I forgot to print off my Macy's coupon so I couldn't get a pair of Levi's for $19. Looks like I sould have taken my own sales advice. 

I did pick up this dress from Charlotte Russe for a steal! The original price was $32, but it rang up for $19 with an extra 25% off! That got me into the holiday spirit :-). Just in case you buy it too, just note that I will be wearing mine to Creme de la Ceme December 4th at GFAC. I don't mind telling you because this could prevent a disastrous situation (me wearing my dress better than you, lol...kidding).

See you there

-Doni W.

Small Sale...........



Bird Cushion (A) 49x32 cm,  goose down and feather pad, vintage mother of pearl buttons, unbleached  linen, hand printed.
£25.00 inc postage for the UK Sold


French Vintage Hemp note book lined pages. Hand printed front and back with vintage lace and mother of pearl buttons. £ 14 .00 inc postage for the UK Sold
  
French Vintage Hemp towel, 63 x 82 cm, hand printed in soft grey with roses and birds, small hanger with a pearl button and hand finished, £ 16.00 inc uk postage. Sold


Shoes, a hand and machine embroidery to frame, paper, linen and wool, 35 x 35cm
£15.00 inc uk postage Sold

Bird Cushion  28 x 47 cm B Linen and vintage dyed linen, hand made buttons, hand printed, inner pad of Goose Down and feather , vintage buttons on back fastening.
£25.00 inc uk postage.Sold


Thank you all so very very much, I have been completely overwhelmed by your response to my sale, I did not expect this, and it made me a little teary, but nice tears.  Sorry that I could not sell to everyone, and so sorry that so many of you have missed out but this has encouraged me to work a little harder, so I can have another sale soon, thank you so very muchxxxxxx


Please email me if you wish to make any purchases lynnbarron@fsmail.net thanks xxx
Payment is fine by cheque or I can send you a bill via pay pal which you can pay using a credit or debit card. All UK items will be recorded delivery. Please email me if you have any questions.
Hugs and waves
Lynn xxxx

Thursday, November 26, 2009

The Black Friday Sale Run-down

Everything you need to know about the big sales tomorrow!



Urban Outfitters: Free shipping on orders over $75. Enter FREEBIRD at checkout.

Charlotte Russe: Now through tomorrow 25% off everything and free shipping on orders over $60

American Eagle Outfitters: Thanksgiving Day Only 25% off of every order and Free Shipping

Karmaloop: Save 15%... use code ONEFIVE

Target: DVD's $3.99 while supplies last, 32' Flat Screen $246

Old Navy: Today Only $10 off purchases over $50, and all outerwear 50% off.



Jacket- Old Navy. Click image to purchase

Apple.com: A top secret one-day online shopping event. No details yet.

Oak Nyc: 20% off Clothing and Shoes now through Monday

Macy's: Save an extra $10 on any purchase over $25 (sale and clearance items included). Must print online coupon!

JcPenney: Online "Screen Buster" Deals, women's coats up to 65% off, and Door Busters in-store tomorrow starting at 5am

American Apparel: T-SHIRTS DOWN TO $5 RIGHT NOW!!

Bebe: Items starting at $29

Forever21: DENIM STARTING AT $6 WHILE SUPPLIES LAST


Jeans- Forever21 click image to purchase


Armani Exchange: $50 off purchases over $150

Hot Topic: Band Tee's buy one get one 50% off

Bakers Shoes: Buy one get one 50% off online NOW!

Nordstrom: Up to 50% off Women's items

Guess: 25% off full priced merchandise

No go SHOP SHOP SHOP!!!!

-Doni W.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Iem of the Day- Kate Spade Wallet







Click image to purchase
How small and cute? And the perfect gift for the holiday. For the New Yorker at heart (me!) or the true New York lady, this wallet is the perfect touch to add to her already fabulous bag and amazing shoes. Kate Spade is known for her clean, simple, and girly designs that can stand the test of time and trends. This is a perfect example of that aesthetic. Nothing will cheer a lady up faster than a shiny candy apple accessory. Click the image to purchase (it's super affordable).

-Doni W.





Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Welcome To The Mad House


Some love her and some hate her. Some think she can't sing and some think she can. I for one, am a Rihanna fan but I am not putting her at the top of my list for greatest singers of this decade. I will say that lyrically this album takes the cake on a lot of album released this year. She channels all of her pain and anguish from a bad relationship (ahem! Chris Brown) and put it all into songs that anyone who has been hurt can feel, whether or not you think she can blow. The album opens up with a intro that is supposed to scare ("MAD HOUSE"), but in actuality, it makes me smile. I am loving this new, darker Rihanna! The promo single "Wait Your Turn" is the first song that invades your ears. I feel as though this song could have been left off the album, but she quickly makes up for it with the Young Jeezy featured single, "HARD". And this beat does indeed goes hard. Rihanna proclaims she is the "baddest chick in heels right here!" I'm sure you will find yourself nodding your head to this banger. "Stupid In Love" comes next and I think this song hits home for a lot of people who are vulnerable enough to go back to a bad relationship over and over again but then realize they are not stupid in love, just a little dumb. I Definitely could see this being a single. Gun N Roses Slash appears on the braggadocious single "Rock Star 101" and Ne-Yo pens the first single "Russian Roulette" which is Rihanna twelfth top ten hit. "Fire Bomb" comes next and this song seems to fit so well with Rihanna rough and nasally island-voice along with the ride or die song G4L (which stands for Gangster 4 Life) where she is simply saying she is going to ride or die for her best friend, no matter what. "I lick the gun when I'm done cuz you know that revenge is SWEET" the good girl gone NASTY sings.
Ms Fenty also shines on the Will.I.Am assisted single "Photographs" another song that shows that Rihanna has found the right sound for her voice. The song that really made this album pop! is the Y's produced "Cold Case Love" 6:04 of bleeding love gone wrong. The album ends with "The Last Song", a perfect way to end this dark and edgy sound that Rihanna is going for this time around. I'm not going to say this album is better than Good Girl Gone Bad but it is an improvement lyrically and image wise. Rihanna's got this in the bag!

Erotica Showcase 2009

Here are some pics form my shows at Erotica this year. Was performing a double hoop act with the lovely Roxy Velvet and also a solo rope routine as popeye the sailor!





Burn Rubber Causes a Frenzy on Black Friday




 
Sneaker feinds get ready, Burn Rubber Shoe Boutique in Royal Oak, MI is having a sale on Black Friday that I'm sure will wipe out their entire stock. They must want the rest of the weekend off because they have 50% off of the entire floor from 10:00-10:27am and for the remainder of the day the sales are as follows:
  • 60% Off Spring Jackets
  • 30% Off All Burn Rubber Hats 
  • All T-Shirts Buy One Get One 50% off
  • 40%-70% Off All Women’s Shoes
  • 30% Of Crewnecks & Hoodies
  • 10%-70% Off Men’s Shoes
  • 50% Off All Other Hats
  • 40% Off All Button Ups
  • 50% Off All G-Shocks 
  • 25% Off All Fall Outerwear 
  • 50% Off All Pants Including Levis & 10.Deep
  • Free Limited Edition “All Black Everything” Black Friday T-Shirt With Every Purchase Over $500
I wonder if this will get as crazy as the old women in Wal-Mart...we shall see.

-Doni W.

Item of The Day: Juicy Couture Doggie Pointelle Pyjama Set



Juicy Couture has a new set of thermals out. I'm not afraid to wear pink, but this is too much for me, so I guess I'd share it with the ladies. The top is embroidered with the predictable “Juicy” in sequin letters and the bottoms have "CHOOSE SLEEP" sewn across the waist band in a deep red.

Now if you have these, I hope you really don't JUST sleep in these. I mean, they're perfect for a slumber party event. Click items for pricing.

-Christopher Nic.

Sunday, November 22, 2009







I bought this new little set of drawers on Friday, so as you can see they are still fairly tidy.  But I can't see them staying like that!...I have been making christmas cards and trying to get my presents finished as I am meeting my mom in a few weeks time ... but I can't seem to catch up with myself..now all of a sudden the weekend is over and work on Monday is looming....I am putting just a few items up for sale next weekend so come and take a peek...
Lots of hugs Lynn xxxxxxx

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Item of The Day: Topshop Chain Necklace



Okay, the necklace is not really metal chain. It's 100% plastic, but still super cute. The hot pink color makes it a great accessory to put a splash of color in your outfit. Available at Topshop.com, click the picture for pricing.


-Christopher Nic.

L.A.M.B. and Harajuku Lovers Expand into the Tech World



For the love of Apple (and a very promising profit) Gwen Stefani is launching personal electronic accessories designed just for Apple products. Sold exclusively through Apple stores, online, and at retailers Bloomingdales, Nordstroms, and Macy's, the products will range from Macbook sleeves, iPhone clutches, and backpacks with built in laptop compartments. L.A.M.B. is the higher end line from Stefani so the prices range from $50-$400 and match the designs of her leather accessories and handbags available at Nordstroms and Bloomingdale's. The Harajuku Lovers line is priced at $30-$100. The Apple accessories will release just in time for Christmas and will make the perfect gift for any Machead.

-Doni W.

Friday, November 20, 2009

Rihanna Opens Up WIth Bravo Magazine

The pop chick with the center of attention sits down with Bravo and gets a lot more personal than we expected. Here's a little look at the interview:

Bravo: Respect! Rihanna, your interview about Chris Brown was really brave. But his friends don’t agree and say that you are a liar.
Rihanna: This doesn’t shock me at all. I know these people and you know what: Up yours! I gave this interview, because I want to encourage girls who have gone through such hard times like me. I do not want to destroy Chris’ career or make mine “higher,” because this is a relieve for me. Now I look forward and I will enjoy my life.

Bravo: Your outfits are hotter then never, with a see-through blouse or half naked. Are you looking for a new man right now?
Rihanna: (laughs) I love flirting at the moment. I’m single and I’m enjoying my freedom.

Bravo: You are the most wanted single woman in this world right now. Don’t you get many phone calls from men who wanna go out with you?
Rihanna: No calls, because I don´t give my phone number out that often. But if I’m dating, I check the boy from the top to the bottom. (giggles)

Bravo: What does a guy have to have to impress/get you?
Rihanna: (laughs) He has to be good in bed and the size matters.

Bravo: Excuse me?
Rihanna: You got what I mean. The inner beauty counts as well, but without toy, it doesn’t make fun. Right now I don’t want to have a serious relationship, I want to have fun.



Bravo: What’s your favorite flirt right now?
Rihanna: Well there’s this actor, his name is Jesse Williams (28), he played in “Grey´s Anatomy” and I have him in my music video for “Russian Roulette.” He’s soooo hot!

Bravo: Are your clothes always that sexy or do you like to wear casual at home?
Rihanna: (laughs) To be honest, I’m even hotter at home, because I´m always naked there. I’m from Barbados, that’s quite normal there. My pool boy saw me naked 5 times already.

Bravo: He must be the luckiest man in the world…
Rihanna: (laughs) Yeah, at first it was so embarrassing. I always forget when he comes. I’m so confused when I have a day off, I usually sleep until noon and when I wake up, I don´t even know what day it is. But he’s used to this view now. I even told my assistant to text me when he comes: “Rihanna get dressed, the pool boy is here!”
Bravo: Are there days where you don’t feel that comfortable?
Rihanna: Yes, of course. Everyone knows that, especially we girls. Some days I just feel fat, bloated and b*tchy. Those are my “ugly days.”

Bravo: And even then you look so perfect, how is this possible?
Rihanna: I shouldn’t tell you that, but in those days, I wear something that hides my stomach, under my outfit. I feel more comfortable with it.

Bravo: You are a style icon for years, who is your style icon?
Rihanna: Cruella de Vil, the bad lady from “101 Dalmatians.” Her style is edgy, dark and hot. Exactly what I love.


-Christopher Nic.

Get Your New Moon Fix

Almost every movie theatre in the nation was sold out this weekend, over the Twilight Saga: New Moon. I was able to catch the 3 a.m. show this Friday & I left highly satisfied. Dozens of people in the theatre wore shirts dedicated to the movie or towards being a vampire. They were extremely cute, just not my taste. So if you are into the whole vampire trend, but don't want to walk around with a "Team Edward" shirt on, there are other ways to show your style and look haute doing so. Here are a few pieces that I've found to add to your vampire fixation.


Check out Alloy's cheeky Vampire Love tee ($19.90; Alloy.com).


I love these hard-core Topshop Stud Fingerless Leather Gloves ($36; Topshop.com)


These dope Seychelles Vamp Booties ($128; UrbanOutfitters.com) must be on your feet.


This Km Rii Black Cobra Killer Bag ($622; OakNYC.com) screams killer.



-Christopher Nic.

Winter Shades


Anna Wintour in shades and fur!

Take it from Anna, sunglasses are no longer reserved for just fun in the sun. Sunglasses can now become apart of your personality and your signature look. Don't worry about the fashion bores who ask why you choose to wear shades indoors, or in the rain, they just wish they'd thought of it first. Once you muster up enough nerve to wear your shades with cloudy skies, take it all the way! Don't go for a basic pair, go for shades with as much personality as you. Vintage, colored, studded...go all the way. Believe me...it's Wintour approved.



Marc by Marc Jacobs




Dior




Oliver Peoples


Click images for pricing


-Doni W.

Karlie Kloss' Ping Pong Challenge

Because we're not 5'11 with spider legs and million dollar contracts, it's sometimes funny to see models make a fool of themselves. For example...






Stick to modeling hun.

-Doni W.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Item of the Day- 2-way Nail Polish by Charlotte Russe


In honor of my new fuchsia nails, the item of the day is this cool nail brush and pen combo from Charlotte Russe. Nail art is a big accessory right now, and I'm sure most of us don't have the cash to run to the nail shop every week. With this(and a steady hand) you can create your own nail art right from home! Mix and match with complimentary colors for a eye catching look. It's nice to have something cute to look at while you pound away on your computer :-). Click the image to purchase.

-Doni W.

Black Holiday Dresses by Alice and Olivia





Be bold in black for all the holiday parties this season. There's no rule that says you can't be filled with holiday cheer while rocking an edged out dark look. I love Alice and Olivia's fresh and girly approach to all their designs and these dresses are the perfect balance between this season's rocker trend and the inner girl that we still want to display. Click the images for pricing and to purchase.





-Doni W.

Chanel Iman Makes the Best Minnie Mouse

Chanel Iman for Vogue Germany



Pics via Fashionising

This girl can pull off anything.

-Doni W.