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I bought the Hook and Go Smart Cart a few weeks ago. It comes handy when I shop at the farmer’s market.
The Hook & Go works great but my quest for the perfect grocery cart is still on. This is why I am glad that the cute British grocery carts made by Rolser have found a North American distributor.
Better still for Canadians, the distributor is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. They have a Web site but you must call to place your order. Visit lifestylecart.com for more information. I do not know yet if I should try the 2-wheel Mountain Grocery Cart.
Features of all Rosler Grocery Carts
From the reviews I read so far, the 2 wheel model seems to work well going up and down the stairs. The Rosler Mountain cart gains a plus when I compared with my Hook and Go cart.
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ALL occasions
TRENDS
GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Wednesday, July 23, 2008 8:48 PM | Feedback (0)
One clear fact that emerged from my debate on kid birthday party favors is the party favors must be useful to win everyone’s hearts.
Craft Project
Ohdeedoh showcases this vintage looking oilcloth lunch bag by Martha Stewart’s Living today. They have a universal appeal.
Kids uses lunch bags all the time. This model has the advantage that you can insert it in the kid backpack. You could add a Velcro if you want that the bag stayed closed.
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KIDS party
PARTY favors
FAMILY style
ENTERTAINING
KIDS + BABY
posted @ Tuesday, July 15, 2008 2:10 PM | Feedback (0)
When two companies that you like collaborate, you can be happier. Built and French Bull are creating something joyful.
Three patterns from French Bull - Multidot, Rainbow Flower, and Vine – will be decorating four of Built’s best selling items. The color palette of the rainbow pattern looks amazing.
The One Bottle Tote, the Two Bottle Totes, the Gourmet Getaway Lunch Totes, and 13”-15” Laptop Sleeves will look happier than ever. The new series will be available in August 2008.
Polyurethane Foam Ice Bucket
The same month, Built will launch an Ice Bucket made from polyurethane foam, just like your freezer. The advantage is a lightweight, condensation free ice bucket. It would be available in red and black. It is easy to take care. Simply hand wash with mild detergent and towel dry.
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PARTY supplies
ALL occasions
HOSTESS gifts
ENTERTAINING
GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Tuesday, July 08, 2008 10:56 AM | Feedback (1)
If you ever visited Vancouver, you noticed that their residents love sports and outdoor living. Therefore, you would not be surprised that helping the environment is popular down there.
I applauded this initiative by the Commercial Drive Business Society. As advertisers, they are taking their responsibilities. Rather that sending the old banners to the landfills they are recycling them into reusable shopping bags.
The proceeds from the sales of the recycled banner shopping bags go toward the development of new green spaces in the neighborhood. The recycled Banner Shopping Bags are available in 2 sizes and 10 colors at participating retailers in Vancouver.
>>> Sourcing:
Learn more: Banner Shopping Bags by Commercial Drive Business Society - price: $9.95 for small, $14.95
Via: Shopping district turns its own ad banners into bags [Springwise]
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ALL occasions
OFF topics
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GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Sunday, May 25, 2008 1:09 AM | Feedback (1)
While I visited the San Francisco Ferry Building Farmer's Market last March, I saw plenty of shoppers with a Hook & Go trolley. I took some pictures because I find them handy.
Needing More Than Reusable Shopping Bags
As many urban residents, I walk to do my grocery shopping. I shop European style, which means that I typically buy food for a day or two. When I find the time, I like to go to the farmer's market on weekdays to buy fresh produces.
As many of you, I carry a couple of reusable shopping bags on my handbag. But the weight added up quickly. The weight bothers me more since my injury. Since then, I wish for a functional foldable shopping cart.
When I shop in the neighborhood or at the farmer's market, I buy food for many stores. Having my own portable shopping cart will free up my hands.
Hook and Go Smart Cart
I dug up this morning the distributor of the model I saw at the San Francisco Ferry Building Farmer's Market. It is wonderful because the US retailer Hook and Go links to the international stores. Canadians, Europeans and British residents can buy this smart shopping cart online without having to deal with customs.
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COOKING tools
TRENDS
DINING
posted @ Friday, May 23, 2008 2:10 PM | Feedback (1)
After beauty products, why not talk going out purses? Some women go crazy for shoes. I enjoy beautiful shoes but I prefer purses.
Every stylish woman should own at least a collection of purses to accessorize with her outfits. As I go to many cocktail events for business and pleasures, evening purses are a must for me.
New Going Out Handbag
My closet will host a new going out handbag soon. I like purses with a personality. Coriander, the latest pattern at Oktak seduced me. I selected the paprika color because bright colors are popular for summer 2008.
I bought my first going out handbag from Oktak last summer. The unique frame purse cleverly integrates the closing mechanism in the handle. I was surprised by how well it works. The design carries a feminine vintage vibe that I enjoy.
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ALL occasions
HOLIDAY
ENTERTAINING
GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Saturday, April 26, 2008 6:34 PM | Feedback (0)
I intensify my coverage of eco-friendly solutions until Earth Day. I will write an eco-friendly story every weekday until April 22nd.
I am starting the week with cool ultra compact shopping bags. The key is to carry your reusable shopping bags with you all the time. Since I live in the city, I do most of my shopping by foot. Therefore, I need bags that will fit into my purse.
I also prefer shoulder bags because they leave your hands free if you carry a small load. These are my favorites lately.
Flip & Tumble | First place
Flip & Tumble seduced me with their new summer colors and this catchy phrase:
A bag that’s designed for those of us who only seem to remember our reusable bags the moment we need them.
The 24-7 bag fits my lifestyle. The vibrant summer colors look amazing. Flip & Tumble will start shipping tomorrow, April 15th, 2008. Their Web site has a cool visual Add to my Shopping Card applet too. I just ordered three bags like in the picture: a raspberry, an aqua and a lime. I will tell more after a few shopping trips.
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TRENDS
HOSTESS gifts
GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Monday, April 14, 2008 11:31 AM | Feedback (8)
With a name that translates to What is it?, you expect unusual products from C.Quoi. This French design studio offers a feast of whimsical yet practical objects for the home.
C.Quoi produces several objects for the kitchen. I select my favorites for entertaining. Perfect for a brunch, these luxurious items add more than charm and beauty to your tableware.
After reading what makes them so special, I convey that each one will make a one-of-a-kind wedding gift or housewarming gift.
203 Bread Basket by Karine Jollet
203 is a linen bread basket filled with cherry pits. You can warm the bag in the microwave to keep your bread hot. 203 can be closed like a purse to keep your bread fresh or opened for serving. If you are looking for an indulgence, 203 is the bread bag for you.
RBE Egg Basket by Karine Jollet
I really like the modern country style of this unique egg basket. RBE is padded with straw in order to delicately impregnate the eggs with its countryside aroma. I do not know if it works but the idea sounds charming as long as the scent is delicate.
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TABLEWARE
DINING
posted @ Saturday, March 15, 2008 10:00 PM | Feedback (1)
If you follow me, you probably noticed that I am a fan of the Lekker store. For the ones that do not know this store, it is an indie store with a single location. Their reputation is due to their unique inventory.
The owner is a Natalie van Dijk Carpenter, a woman born in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. She currently lives in Boston. Nathalie often traveled across Europe to bring to America amazing design products. Nathalie imports home décor accessories, tableware and furniture that otherwise would never be available in the United States. Innovative USA brands find some shelf space at Lekker like my new fave, Modern Twist from California.
Staying in a hotel that was only 10 minutes by foot from Lekker, I could not miss the opportunity to check the store.
Dinnerware for entertaining
Although Lekker does not carry formal dinnerware set per se, you still find several options for when you are having friends over. Let me assured you that the dinnerware collections are as interesting in person as online. I adored the comfortable, modern and stylish shape of Elixyr Collection by Kahla.
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EVERYDAY
TABLESCAPE
ENTERTAINING
posted @ Wednesday, February 06, 2008 12:22 AM | Feedback (1)
With all the traveling I am doing right now, I came to appreciate more than the cool factor of gadgets available at Flight 001.
If you have a friend who travels a lot, these three products would be deeply appreciated as a hostess gift. They are more great products to choose from for their birthday.
As I told you earlier when I gave you my hospitality tips, my hair wants me to use the brand of shampoo and conditioner they are accustomed to. I did not bring my own because of the 10 kg constraints for carryon luggage. To do that, you need carry-on approved bottles.
Fill + Fly Bottle
This set contains 4 reusable, refillable, leak-proof, shatter-resistant vacuum bottles packaged in a zip-top bag. I read on the latest Domino magazine that you can get 20% off the regular price on the Fill + Fly set by typing Domino at your checkout.
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ALL occasions
TRAVEL
GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Thursday, January 24, 2008 4:40 PM | Feedback (0)
I was challenged by Lucky Designs last Tuesday but since I was out of town, I decided to respond to the Green Challenge at the same time as the Blog Action Day for Environment. A two for one.
The best way to participate in Blog Action Day is to post on your blog something that relates to the environment.
The Green Challenge
This is: What are you doing to introduce environmental sustainability into your daily life? I decided to tell you what I do relating to entertaining.
- I carry a folded shopping tote bag in my purse so I always have it with me.
- I bought a Two Bottle byobag by Built NY and a Reisenthel Bottle Bag (9 bottles) that I used for wine shopping. The Built NY byobag is very handy to bring wines at external parties.
- I always use real dinnerware, glassware and table linens when entertaining. Once in a blue moon, I must confess that I used paper napkins to add decorative patterns to my tabletop. But since I never use disposable tableware beside that, I think I can get away with this infraction.
- I buy gift wrap papers and ribbons in commercial sized rolls. I made my own bows with tissue ribbons. You can make your own signature gift wraps. They look more special and nothing goes to waste. And you fell good knowing that you create less waste in packaging and unusable small pieces.
- I make my own salad dressing the old fashioned way: in a bowl with a whisk. This way I do not use electricity and do not throw away lots of commercial bottles. My mother taught me that trick.
- I buy my household products in large containers at Costco and opt for the ultra concentrate formulas. Again, the idea is to produce less waste through packaging.
- Announcement: I am launching an eco-chic party and stylish green living weekly column. Stay tuned! The first post will be next Wednesday.
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PARTY supplies
ENTERTAINING
posted @ Monday, October 15, 2007 12:07 AM | Feedback (3)
We still have a few weeks in front of us for plenty of fun picnics. I made a compilation of my favorite picnic bags. These products are not new but I taught it would be fun to see them side by side.
The beauty and practicality of multiple bags
Here you see the trendy Gourmet Gateway Lunch Tote by Built NY inside an orange Reisenthel’s CarryAll bag. A beautiful shot captured by Bea of La Tartine Gourmande, one of my top 10 blogs.
Using multiple bags is pretty practical for a picnic. Initially, you have lots of stuff. But as you eat some food, you can use the free space on the Carrybag to carry everything. Having two bags enables you to spread the load.
I already own a collapsible Reisenthel’s Carry All bag, so I am half ready. I adored the superior construction of the CarryAll for grocery shopping. And I got compliments all the time.
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OUTDOOR living
PARTY supplies
ENTERTAINING
HOME + GARDEN
posted @ Tuesday, August 28, 2007 3:21 PM | Feedback (3)
Technically the first post is from last week but since I discovered the chic orange tone marriage this week, it made this week blogosphere compilation.
Social Design for Love it so much!!
This post showcased a real wedding. What you see in Love it so much!! is amazing in every way. There are a lot of details done in a clean design. It shows that you do not need to pack your décor to make it amazing and substantial.
You get inspired by the daring use of an orange drape for the ceremony, the retro look of the birdcage veil with a starlet nightgown wedding dress up to the modern square table settings. This wedding was featured on Social Design blog, the brain-child of Lyndsi Joy and Amanda Domergue, two young event designers and coordinators from Philadelphia.
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PARTY ideas
CAKES
ENTERTAINING
DINING
posted @ Friday, August 24, 2007 4:10 PM | Feedback (0)
Even if I wasn’t there, I have to agree with the Chicago branch of Apartment Therapy the best of the 2007 International Home and Housewares Show was Reisenthel. I based my assessment on the reports I read today from other bloggers.
The TreeHugger in me was looking for sleek, urban and light weight shopping bags. I do most of my grocery European shopping style which means that I do it every day. I do it like this because I eat what I am craving for and I get fresh ingredients. Living in the heart of city makes it possible. Three grocery stores plus a few specialty stores are at walking distance between my work place and my house. I just grab what I need when I go back home.
With their colorful and simply clever products, Reisenthel convinces me to act right away. I began my search on where to buy online the Orange Reisenthel Carrybag, a collapsible tear proof polyester and sturdy aluminum basket. I find it in a Canadian store, even better. The Reisenthel Carrybag costs 65 dollars CAD. I also spend 13 dollars on a Lime Reisenthel Bottle Bag. I can carry 9 bottles with it. The Bottle Bag will be practical on the patio this summer. I will look neat when I return my recyclable bottles to the store.
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COOKING tools
ALL occasions
DINING
GIFT IDEAS
posted @ Tuesday, March 13, 2007 8:15 PM | Feedback (7)