Author Archives: Krista Salmon

06.01.11

Home Decorator’s Collection.

Last week I received a new catalog for Home Decorator’s Collection.  While this catalog has been around for many years, I was never incredibly impressed with their products.  The only time that I ordered from them was in 2004.  I ordered a set of Louis Chairs that I was going to have reupholstered.  Well, they sent 4 of the chairs with a white wood frame and then told me that they were out of stock and couldn’t send the other two.  Needless to say, I was furious.  So after a “talk” with management, I received the additional two chairs for free (with a dark wood frame.)  What was I going to do with 4 white chairs, and 2 mahogany?… As it turns out, I painted the frames black.  As you can see from this picture (from last year), I never replaced the fabric, and now they have been booted from the dining room to make room for my mother’s dining room chairs.
So, (as I digress) I usually don’t pay their catalog much attention, but this one made me take another looksie.  And boy, am I glad that I did!  Looks like someone’s really upped their game!
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05.31.11

God, I love Michaels.

I was looking through some of my old photos this weekend, and came across this little project that I did for E’s Birthday.  Many of you have asked for inexpensive party favor ideas, and here is one of them.

You see, she not only has a birthday party, we also celebrate at school.  So, with all of the money that I shelled out for her party, I was looking for something inexpensive to give to her 13 friends in Kindergarten, particularly since all 13 would be at her party.  The Mommy Gods were with me because with all of the prep for her party, I totally forgot about her school celebration.  I went shopping the night before her birthday. As always, Michael’s did not let me down. I found these monogram journals, and a 24 pack of crayons in the dollar section… better yet- the crayons were on sale for $0.50 each! So I was able to give everyone a great gift for under $20!
(This picture was taken at midnight.) All you need is ribbon, scissors and some Paper Source 2.5 inch labels.    You can download the template here.
 That’s right, 50 cents!
 Aren’t these journals adorable?
 From start to finish, the whole project took 45 minutes.
All packed up and ready to go!

05.27.11

Micheladas Anyone?

I was perusing though the Internet last night and saw this recipe on Social Couture’s blog.  This spicy Mexican Beer Cocktail recipe is the perfect way to kick off the Summer.    Cervezas preparadas, or “prepared beers,” are popular throughout Mexico.  While I am not particularly a beer drinker, this one is making my mouth water!  



Ingredients:
12 oz beer
juice of 1 lemons
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1 dash soy sauce
1 dash Tabasco® sauce
1 pinch black peppers
salt

Directions:
Mix ingredients in a tall high glass with lots of ice. Add beer, mix, and serve.

05.25.11

Stephanie Johnson Cases.

Last year, my friend Aimee gave me this set of Stephanie Johnson cases.  I can’t tell you how much I love them.  The shimmery-orange snakeskin is absolutely perfect.  I have actually used the large one for an evening bag.   Stephanie has a case for everything, in oh so many fantastic patterns.
Don’t see one for you?  Check out the rest of the selection:

Here are the cases that made it onto Kiki’s List:
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05.25.11

Kiki’s List Giveaway: Celestial Coasters.

I have expressed my admiration for these coasters from Anthropologie.  Don’t you just  L O V E  them?  Fan-freakin’-tastic.. now they can be yours!  Enter to win today.

Here are the rules for the contest:

1.) You must be a Follower of Kiki’s List.
2.) To enter the giveaway, simply leave a comment on this post between today, Wednesday, May 25, 2011 and Friday, May 28  telling me why you should win. A winner will be selected at random and will be announced next Monday, May 30. 
3.) To receive an additional entry, you can link to this post on your own blog (include the url to your blog post in your comment). It is up to you to return to this post to enter your second entry after blogging about the giveaway.
4.)Post about this giveaway on Facebook for another additional entry. You must enter the link to this post in you status update. It is up to you to return to this post to enter your second entry after FB’ing about the giveaway.
5.) Tweet about this giveaway for an additional entry.  It is up to you to return to this post to enter your second entry after tweeting about the giveaway.
Good Luck!