Products that were once ghastly or boring have become stylish in a new trend that has emerged over the last few years. One of my favorite transformations has been with aprons.  Aprons used to be matronly and certainly not flattering to the figure or *gasp* actually look good. Growing up with my mom, the fabulous cook and baker, aprons were always found in our kitchen but they certainly weren’t anything that would actually be fun to wear.

Flirty Aprons was started by two married couples who have helped to change apron industry. No longer are we stuck with drab, unflattering options. Just feast your eyes on these  aprons that you look forward to putting on over your dress during a dinner party or to simply bake cookies with your kids.

With many styles to choose from you are certain to find just the right apron to reflect your personality and style! Imagine surprising your husband with a fabulous Valentine’s Day feast wearing a flirty apron and whatever else you choose to taunt him with underneath! (Just imagine the possibilities!)

I chose the Original Sassy Black apron to satisfy my own craving for an apron that is fun but will go with everything in my wardrobe. I love the fun fabrics used and was surprise at the quality of the material. The apron ties are wide and allow you to wrap them around to the front to create a bow. This is my favorite feature as I have a couple of aprons which barely make it around so I’m stuck tying it behind me (which I hate) or having it tied rather tightly in front. I also love that pockets are included! The tie at the neck allows for you to have complete control over the fit. I thought that I might find that annoying but I ended up appreciating that control.

Flirty Aprons also has adorable children’s aprons and fun men’s aprons available.

Flirty Aprons are range from $24.95 to $29.95, with same day shipping on orders placed before 4 pm EST.  If you are fast you can use the code APRON15 for an additional 15% discount! But hurry, this code expires 12/31/09.

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Flirty Aprons would like to give one of my readers their choice of apron!

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Do you have anyone on your gift list this holiday season that would appreciate hilarious books which bring out their immaturity? This may be your 12 year old son , your 9 year old granddaughter or perhaps like me you have a 37 year old brother in law who still has not lost his own sense of immaturity and enjoys sharing it with those around him. Then The Encyclopedia of Immaturity and The Encyclopedia of Immaturity Vol. 2 from Klutz would be the perfect humorous gift this holiday season, guaranteed to get a laugh.

When the Editors and Klutz published The Encyclopedia of Immaturity in 2007, we knew it would make a great gift for someone’s nephew. And, sure enough, people gave it to their nephews — but also to their grandparents, brothers-in-law and accountants. Soon we were flooded with letters, e-mails and calls sharing one common theme — “”More! More! More!”

So here’s a second helping of skills, activities, and secret knowledge — suitable only for those whose maturity stopped developing around the age of 12. In addition to thought-provoking topics like What We Talk About When We Talk About Wedgies, the book includes detailed directions for how to: fake a cold, slide down a banister, balance a ping pong ball on your nose, send a toiletgram, throw a sloshie, and more. It’s all new and all hopelessly goofy.

For years we’ve felt like the only kids at the grown-up table. Now it turns out the world is populated by a lot more people who are lot less mature than they look. Well, duh!

Looking through The Encyclopedia of Immaturity Vol. 2 I couldn’t help but chuckle and even laugh out loud at some of the suggestions. How could I not when I’m viewing step by step instructions on how to create orange peel dentures, how to make a juice box straw rocket and how to fake a sword fight?  All of this is written with tongue in cheek humor and fun pictures.

This would make the perfect gift for that hard to buy for anyone with a good sense of humor or someone would appreciate some new material in which to showcase their immaturity!

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I’ve always loved how just the right piece of jewelry can complete a look. Sometimes I like to be bold and stand out but usually I go for the more classic or unique pieces.  Jewelry by Artwark has amazing jewelry that can help you accomplish whatever look you are trying to achieve. I was thrilled when I got the opportunity to review any two pieces, although narrowing them down wasn’t so easy. I decided to go for a classic look with these beautiful Caribbean Rains teardrop earrings…

and this To the Moon silver necklace.

This combination worked perfectly for a dinner date I had with my husband last week. I’ve actually been wearing the necklace every day since. It seems to work well with virtually everything! The quality is great and the chain isn’t the super skinny and oh-so-frail kind we’ve gotten from a jewelry store. Because it doesn’t hang, it isn’t so susceptible to pulling from my 19 month old. (I’ve lost oh so many necklaces that way!)

The earrings are a beautiful color and are light and not overpowering. The only problem I had was they didn’t come with any backs. While I have plenty sitting in my jewelry box, it didn’t even occur to me to use them and I lost one of my earrings later that night. Thankfully I found it in my dinning room almost immediately!

Jewelry by Artwark has so many other fantastic pieces like this Yes, Oui I do necklace!

If you like birds you have to check out these gorgeous pieces…

Mother’s Love bird nest necklace

So in Love kissing birds necklace

Messenger Bird Locket necklace

Now that I’ve gotten your attention, check out all that Jewelry by Artwark has to offer. You are certain find something that is perfect for you or would make a fantastic gift for someone special.

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