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Salsa Babies

Friday, May 21st, 2010 by rishi
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Salsa Babies CD
$14.99
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Salsa Tots CD
$14.99
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Salsa Kids CD
$14.99

Becoming a mom doesn’t mean you have to choose between dance class and daycare. The Mamacitas behind Salsa Babies, a dance class for new parents and babies, encourage moms to bond with their babies through music. The Salsa Babies workout is fun, lively and makes a great way to introduce the little ones to music and culture and gives Mom a chance to dance to stay in shape. Founded by Jennifer Torres, a mom who wanted to spend more time with her kids despite her busy schedule, Salsa Babies dance classes are a huge success have spread all over the US and Canada. Look for Salsa Babies and Salsa Tots in your area and picked up a Salsa Babies CD from their online store.

I Love the Crap Out of You

Thursday, May 20th, 2010 by rishi

Sometimes the best way to deal with a serious problem is to just embrace it and have a good laugh. Inspired by people in his life who suffer from Crohn’s and colitis, one artist created a cheeky hand drawn card to show them how much he cares. In an effort to raise awareness about this chronic digestive disease, Studio by the Window offers prints of his special message, “I love the crap out of you.” Even if you don’t know anyone who’s been effected by this painful and embarrassing disease, it always feels good let people know how you really feel… even if it is through toilet humor.

Strictlyrootz African Home Decor

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 by rishi
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Artisan Deco Bowl
$30.00

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Giraffe Mask
$21.00

Break away from the country kitsch style that Grandma loves so much and adorn your abode with something bold and exotic. Strictlyrootz offers a fierce collection of African Home Decor featuring animal prints and tribal characteristics. With everything priced affordably, it’s easy to accessorize an entire wildly themed room. Strictlyrootz also sells daring jewelry, apparel and other accessories—all guaranteed head turners and conversation pieces.

Rockabettes

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 by rishi

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There’s something fun, liberating and dead sexy about rockabetty style and the wicked mash-up between vintage 50s pinups, tattoos and rock n roll. The newly launched Rockabettes shop captures it all with vintage dresses, and rockin’ graphic tees. As a fan of tattoo art, zombies and whisky I really dig their lineup of t-shirts with designs like zombie praying hands, skulls n pistols and the whiskey brigade tank.

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Skull N Pistols Tee
$25.00

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Love Prayer Tee
$25.00

As a new store right now the supply of retro dresses and skirts is a bit limited, but you can check out the coming soon section to get a sneak peak of things to come. (Which by the way, is a great use of departments!)

Check out some more rockin’ rockabetty apparel at Rockabettes.

Red Carpet Style

Monday, May 17th, 2010 by rishi
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AMILLA
$135.00

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OLSEN
$135.00

Scouting out the latest fashion trends on the red carpet and then looking for affordable derivatives takes a lot of time and dedication. So how does a girl have time for fun, success and still manage to look amazing? Shop Red Carpet Style deserves a lot of the credit. Dishing out high fashion for a low budget, every trend you see was inspired by celebrity style. To help give you an idea about who’s wearing what, many of the products are named after who wore it. Also, each product page includes “style inspiration” photos that show off celebs wearing the originals. With all of your fashion homework done for you it’s never been easier to achieve A+ style.

Check out Shop Red Carpet Style for the latest celebrity fashion trends.

Belly Dance: The Goddess Workout

Friday, May 14th, 2010 by rishi

Belly dancing has become much more than an exotic tradition from the middle east, but a popular form of exercise thanks to The Goddess Workout by belly dance instructor Dolphina. What’s great about belly dancing is that it’s a low impact workout that doesn’t add any stress on your joints like running. It’s also a lot of fun and an invigorating workout that pushes your entire body. To the surprise of many beginners you don’t have to be a great dancer to learn belly dance—in fact belly dance makes you a better dancing by teaching you how to isolate and control different muscle groups.

Image of Two Tones - Blue & Green Tie Dye Belly Dance Hip Scarf / Zumba Skirt
Two Tones – Blue & Green Tie Dye Belly Dance Hip Scarf / Zumba Skirt
$14.95

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Antique Style Gold Zills Finger Cymbals Dance 2 pairs
$8.99 On Sale

Whether you’re a long time belly dancer or just getting into the workouts, you’ll want some great belly dance accessories like cymbals, hip scarves and coin bracelets. Even if you’re not dressing up for a routine having accessories that jingle as you shake your body provides great feedback and helps accentuate your movement. Some of the advanced belly dance workouts call for cymbals and veils. Visit Jon’s Imports for great belly dance accessories perfect for a belly dance routine or to get you in the zone for a great workout.

Check out the video below to see Dolphina teaching Conan O’Brien some belly dance moves.

Dolphina on Conan from Namaste Interactive on Vimeo.

A Serendipity World

Thursday, May 13th, 2010 by rishi
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3 lbs Deluxe Lavender Bath Salts
$19.95

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Eucalyptus All Natural Scented Stones
$7.95

Running your own business, while definitely rewarding, can also be mighty stressful. That’s why it’s so important to find ways to calm your mind, body and spirit. Enter A Serendipity World, who specializes in creating a natural, tranquil atmosphere. Calming aromatherapy candles, bath salts and aroma stones help you unwind and recharge so you’re ready to face another day full of challenges. With a solid belief in eco-friendly practices all of A Serendipity World’s handmade products are natural and non-toxic.

Check out A Serendipity World for aroma stones, bath crystals, candles, handmade soap and more. You’ll find soothing scents like lavender, eucalyptus, as well as fragrances that will make you feel at home like “clothes line” and “country kitchen.”

Crayon Art by Kristina Nelson

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 by rishi

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Some artists swear by expensive art supplies, but Kristina Nelson proves that it’s not about the medium, but what you do with it. Using the same crayola crayons they use in kindergarten, she creates lovely and sophisticated works of art that are full of depth and detail. She began experimenting with crayons while she was an elementary teacher in Mexico and later studied with the master crayon artist Don Marco. Unlike Don Marco who’s best known for his crayon portraits, Kristina’s gallery features nature and still life drawings.

Visit Kristina Nelson’s Crayon Art Gallery to see more of her beautiful work.

Deesse Du Soleil Bangles

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010 by rishi
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Plastic Bangle
$9.00
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Metal Cuffs
$9.00
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Plastic shiny Bangles
$9.00
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Faux Leather Bangle $9.00

Turn some heads and add some funky flair to your look with bangles from Deesse Du Soleil. Chunky bracelets and big bangles are having a moment and the boho-chick look is in. But instead of blowing $80 (that could go towards shoes) on an expensive Marc Jacobs bangle grab some Deesse Du Soleil bangles for just $9 each. Mix and match shiny plastic bangles, metal cuffs, animal prints and more.

Check out more bold bracelets and daring jewelry from Deesse Du Soleil.

Maxximum Digital Xbox 360 Hard Drives

Monday, May 10th, 2010 by rishi

While computer hard drives have been getting cheaper and cheaper over the years, proprietary hard drives like the ones used for the Xbox 360 remain expensive because Microsoft is the only company that makes them… unless you know where to look. Maxximum Digital offers custom made hard drives, enclosed in a case compatible with the Xbox 360. These custom hard drives are essentially the same ones that Microsoft sells, but about $40 cheaper.