Posted on
August 09, 2008 by
dorischua
There are many ways to decorate your patio and garden area if you are planning to spend some efforts to give your garden a new look this summer. I’ve always been a teakwood fan, due to its durability, luxurious finish and lasting look. While I love to sit in the company of my herbs and shrubs, it’s nice to adore the wind chimes on a breezy evening.


Actually, I would very much want a ‘Summer Sizzle’ Hammock this summer. Sunny colors capture summer’s sizzling heat in this airy, open hammock. Woven be hand, its bright beauty livens up the patio, deck or garden. The Maya Artists of the Yucat weave it by hand in the same way they have for centuries. Ample and comfortable, it can hold up to 550 pounds. Because each one is individually handmade, you can expect the size to vary slightly.
Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.
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home and living
Posted on
August 07, 2008 by
dorischua
Do you suffer from vaginal irritation or are you allergic to over the shelf menstrual pads? Have you heard about Organic Cotton Cloth Menstrual/Postpartum Pads. Unlike all the disposable pads on the pharmacy shelves which contain dioxin and other bleaching residues, these Sckoon Organic Cotton Cloth Menstrual/Postpartum Pads are chemical free, naturally dyed and made of 100% certified Egyptian organic cotton. What is great is it is breathable, contains no irritant and cost saving!
So why choose Organic Cotton Cloth Menstrual/Postpartum Pads?
It is reported that many chemicals including dioxin are found in almost every brand of menstrual pads and tampons. Dioxin is a known carcinogen and has been linked to cervical cancer, breast cancer, endometriosis, and immune system suppression. In addition, the plastic and glue backing on disposable pads reduces air circulation and creates a stagnant environment in which some bacteria thrive. This can cause vaginal irritation and yeast infection.
Do you know that pesticides contained in disposable pads and tampons have been linked to birth defects, infertility, breast cancer, sterility, and respiratory problems?
ScKoon’s Organic Cotton Cloth Menstrual/Postpartum Pads feel like just another layer of super soft underwear, leaving you free to forget all about adhesives ruining your good lingerie or sticking to you and your clothing. Sckoon products snap easily into place and won?ft shift or move around, giving you reliability as well as ease of use.
Sckoon Organic Cotton Cloth Menstrual/Postpartum Pads are available in various kinds and sizes:

For lighter days:
Value Set! Sckoon Organic Cotton 3 Colored Mini Menstrual Pads
Save $7 !Limited Offer! GIZA Cotton Leak-free Cloth Menstrual Pads 3 Day Size Value Set
($37.50 $44.70)

Sckoon Organic Cotton Cloth Menstrual Night / Postpartum Pad (with 2 Liner) – $18.90

GIZA Cotton Cloth Menstrual Day Pad – Marrakech

Leak Proof all in one – $13.90
Besides being healthy and safe, these washable organic cotton cloth pads are fun and attractive yet providing the best in comforts. Check out the entire range of cute, fun, colourful and attractive designs! Say goodbye to the sticky, sweaty feeling of disposable pads and hello to comfort.
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health, mommy stuff
Posted on
August 05, 2008 by
dorischua
Engaging an interior design or architect for a new home can be an expensive affair. With many home furnishing resources available in the web, it is possible to design your own home if you are trying to save some money.
First of all, you may want to start shopping for online home plans and if you have not done that before, you will be in for a real surprise! All sorts of house plans are available for your pick, depending on the home style you desire. If you like a touch of modernity for your homes, you can pick Contemporary house plans or modern home plans from the website. For a little touch of country for your new home, you can choose French Country House Plans, mountain home plans, holiday home plans or plans for retreats. Designing your new home can be fun if you take time to do your research and planning. With the right information and resources, you can be a self taught architect for the project.
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home and living
Posted on
August 04, 2008 by
dorischua
At some point of my teenage years, I had thought about becoming an architect. I loved the idea of building my own space and designing my own interiors. Somehow, this teenage dream did not come to past. Nevertheless, it was a dream I still embraced every now and then. I can’t wait to design my own home one day. Read the rest of this entry →
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home and living
Posted on
August 02, 2008 by
dorischua
You don’t need to wait till you get that slender body of a celebrity to flaunt your summer bikini. Summer time is a great time to shop for sexy babydolls and bathing suit. Labelspree is a great online shopping site for browse thousands of coveted clothing at unbelievable prices.

This summer, Brette Sandler makes their mark with truly unique summer swimwear. The Richie Bikini in Rose Gold is a basic string top and basic bikini bottom, but with a splash of style in the added ring detail at the base of the neck ties and on the left hip. This suit is featured in a shiny rose gold and it’s on sale at unbelievable prices now! Save up to 75% on Designer Bikinis at LabelSpree.
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Posted on
August 01, 2008 by
dorischua
My first experience on the potter’s wheel was in my art school days where ceramics was one of the elective subjects. I couldn’t tell you how excited I was when I knew that I was going to mess with the clay on the wheel – that was a memorable and fun experience. But the process of throwing the clay, getting skillful on the potter’s wheel and learning the art of firing and glazing and making your first vase isn’t an easy one.
Though the art of ceramics making is more than just getting behind the wheel, I was impressed that anyone can learn how to create a piece of pottery with a centering device. Apparently, the QuickCenter centering on the potter’s wheel requires no experience for the teachers or students. This means that with this creative device, you can probably create your first handmade artistic pottery! Hopefully, more new products for the potter’s wheel can be added for the pottery enthusiasts.


If you can’t wait to craft your first vase, why don’t check out some Handmade Unique Art Vases by NOVICA Artist from Around the World?

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home and living
Posted on
August 01, 2008 by
dorischua
Many craftsmen and artisans like to start a small indie business that they can call ‘their own’. But for most entrepreneurs, you liket to start a new business with the lowest start up cost possible . If you are earning a steady stream of income, you don’t have a lot of time or money to go open up a small business to try and earn a little extra money.
If you plan to start a physical retail business, you must be prepared for some investments for the business inclduing point of sale equipment for your shop including a bar code scanner, NCR point of sale, and the necessary retail equipment for a smoother operation. These days, a handheld barcode scanner is quick for high volume and fast transactions.
To start your new business, you should ask yourself, ‘What are my strengths?’ What is my passion or interest? If I don’t know a lot about a certain product but think it could make me some money in the future where can I find out more information on the product? After you have researched different topics that you might be interested in, you may like to discuss about your artisan business with your close friends or family. Get their opinions about the project that you could start a small business for. It always helps to do your research, think and plan.
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business