March 20th, 2009
As of late my muse is listening to three very colorful, spirited girls and it looks as though you are going to be seeing more whimsy from Coleena Bobeena!
Now, don’t you worry my girlfriends! I will still be catering to your fancy. (Just you wait and see what I have in store for you!) In the meantime, maybe you, too, need a little whimsy? After all, these pins are for all of us who remain young at heart. 
Spring, where are you? Can’t you hear my calling? I crave new blooms and warmer air. Everything still sleeps and the air is quite nippy. Mean winter.
Ho hum… Until your visit I will sit here at my window weaving flowers of my own in rainbow hues. This will simply have to do until you arrive with your Spring Bouquet. My pretties do cheer me so.
These happy little pins are almost too pretty to wear. I find myself spending entirely too much time looking upon myself in the mirror just to see the happy little thing smiling back at me. Perhaps I shall pin it to my lampshade or curtain instead. Hmmm…
Specifics: Made from Vintage 100% Viscose Rayon Raffia Straw, these pins measure a yummy 3.5 inches. The very center has a simple embellishment of sequins with a solitary seed bead. $4.00 ea
*These pins are not included in our six-month limited warranty as the raffia straw used to create this pin is, in fact, vintage and we cannot know for certain when or if we will have stock available to recreate this piece should something *gasp* happen to it. Tsk. Tsk. However, we do adhere to our 100%-Satisfaction Guarantee policy regarding this piece.
Tags: Flower Pins, Rainbow, Whimsy
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March 10th, 2009
By Christina Aguilera
Well everybody got an opinion now don’t they
But it ain’t no thing to me
It really don’t make any difference now to me
If you don’t like what you see
I pay no mind to the negative kind
Cause that’s just no way to be
I don’t stop to please someone else’s needs
Gonna live my life for me
I’m gonna keep on I’m a do my own thing
we all got a song that we’re meant to sing
and no matter what people say or might think
I ain’t goin’ no place no I’m here to stay
Gonna keep on doing my thing
Cause whether they love or they hating on me
I’ll still be the same girl I used to be
Cause I ain’t going no place no I’m here to stay
I’ve never been the type to be shy
I know that some would say I’m too headstrong
But I’d rather be a woman who voices her mind
Whether you think I’m right or wrong
And I know some people wanna criticize
Makes em feel better about themselves
So say what you will time will reveal
In the end that I will be here still
I’m gonna keep on I’m a do my own thing
we all got a song that we’re meant to sing
and no matter what people say or might think
I ain’t goin’ no place no I’m here to stay
Gonna keep on doing my thing
Cause whether they love or they hating on me
I’ll still be the same girl I used to be
Cause I ain’t going no place no I’m here to stay
Gotta get up
Keep my head up
Gonna keep on turnin’ it up
Never let up
If I keep steppin’ it up
Imma prove that I ain’t never gonna be stopped
Like it or not
No matter the pressures that face me
I believe they will see
I’ll never let anyone break me
All your doubt can do now is strengthen me
And life it ain’t always that easy
Gotta fight to see past the boundaries
Crossing the lines I will define every time that forever is mine
Tags: Christina Aguilera, Here to Stay
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February 26th, 2009
As most of you know, making jewelry was once simply a hobby I enjoyed. When it became my livelihood, I had to find a new means by which to unwind. I discovered the Xbox and a game called Halo2. Woot! I loved playing. I loved interacting with other players globally in a team setting. I met my husband playing Halo2. How could I not love it?!
A few years later, I no longer play Halo2 and can’t quite get into Halo3 although I have given it my best effort. Instead I find myself gravitating toward platform games, such as Crash Bandicoot, and games for entertainment like Zuma and my current addition: Viva Pinata. Oooooooh, what pretty colors!
Well, I very recently acquired vintage flower looms and vintage raffia straw. I sat down to make some artificial straw flowers that would look a bit different than the ones already out there and, well, what does this have to do with my gaming habit? Hmmm, let’s see…
I made Viva Pinata Flowers!!
Up next: Wooden Beaded necklaces… Zuma inspired! 
No… Wait! That could work!
Tags: Crash Bandicoot, Halo2, Halo3, Viva Pinata, Viva Pinata Flowers, Zuma
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February 25th, 2009
Isn’t she GORGEOUS?
She is a ONE-OF-A-KIND 40? x 40? Gallery Wrapped Canvas Art by Sugarluxe. She is also Signed & Numbered – AP 1/1 and Embedded with 10 Genuine Swarovski Crystals.
YOU COULD WIN HER.
The winner will also find that this week’s BIG GRAND PRIZE GIVEAWAY includes a Personal Note to Winner on the Back and a Certificate of Authenticity.
Wow! Right?! I didn’t know how Chandra was going to top her other giveaway offerings this month but oh, has she ever! This is truly an amazing giveaway. I am just awestruck by Chandra’s generosity. It also shows the faith and love she has for the fans of her artwork. This is a truly personal gift.
We love you too, Chandra!
All you need to know about how to win you will find in this post on Sugarluxe’s blog: http://sugarluxeblog.com/2009/02/23/grand-prize-giveaway-cheers-my-darling-canvas-art/
Good Luck!!!
Tags: Giveaways, Sugarluxe.com
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February 3rd, 2009
I know you lust my goodies from Sugarluxe.com…
My “Passion Tattoo” Belt Buckle from Sugarluxe.com:
My “Rock Star” Key Ring from Sugarluxe.com:
My “Fab Brunette” Card Case from Sugarluxe.com:
My “Love You” Compact from Sugarluxe.com:
Well… Chandra Michaels of Sugarluxe.com is now giving you the chance to win a limited edition:
Art & Soul Swarovski Crystal Mirror Compact!
I’m telling you, I will be doing some much deserved lusting of my own when you win this fabulous gem. I want one! I do!!!!
So, go now! Go here: Win Weekly Giveaway #1 – Art & Soul Swarovski Crystal Mirror Compact and enter to win one of only three Hot Pink Tattoo Heart Mirror Compacts that Sugarluxe.com is giving away!
Go! And Good Luck!!!
Tags: Giveaways, Sugarluxe.com
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