Blog by Beebe Cline, PREC*
May 10th, 2011
MAY 10TH, 2011
PLUMP UP THE VOLUME
No one wants to get plump, but your hair can get as fat as it wants.
New York coif-genius Sally Hershberger is known for creating new looks for her celebrity clients (Meg Ryan’s signature shag, not her lips) and has come out with a new line of products to address her client’s most common complaint: flat, lifeless hair. We tested the Sally Hershberger ...
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May 10th, 2011
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 14972 24A AV, South Surrey White Rock, BC*Sherbrook Estates* Completely renovated residence. The Attention to detail of a sleek Elegant Design team and Quality Builder has resulted in a transformed residence worthy of calling your new home. Vaulted ceilings, Rich hardwood floors, Grandly appointed Granite Surfaces and topflight appliances. Offset ...
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May 9th, 2011
MAY 9TH, 2011
FASHIONING YOUR DINNER TABLE
While we’d all love our dinner tables to be decked out in beautiful crockery, fine bone china with old country roses or gold trims feels more suited to our mother’s dinner table, not our own.
So it would make perfect sense that Diane von Furstenberg, best known for her wrap dress but renowned for her colourful prints, would launch a range of homew ...
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May 7th, 2011
MAY 7TH, 2011
TOY STORY
Picking toys up off the living room floor is inevitable, but aesthetically pleasing toys make the job much more enjoyable.
P’Kolino started as a project between two dads who wanted to improve play at home. Their design philosophy is “playfully smart,” which means all of their children’s toys are fun and engaging—and look good, too.
Our favourite is the multi-soluti ...
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May 6th, 2011
MAY 6TH, 2011
TOP 5: FOOD CARTS
It was tough work having to eat great food on a gorgeous spring day, but someone had to do it!
La Brasserie, Granville and GeorgiaBrought to us by the beloved West End restaurant, La Brasserie’s cart does one thing and one thing only: a great sandwich. We’re talking rotisserie chicken, mouthwatering but light, with deep fried onions added for crunch, all ser ...
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May 5th, 2011
BRING YOUR DIGITS TO THE BAR
Pure Nail Bar has three amazing offers for you. At the new Coquitlam location in Pinetree Village (778-285-0788), the first 50 customers receive a free pair of zuza flip flops ($16 value); at every location get a weekday manipedi combo for $45 (Monday-Thursday), and for your impossible-to-shop-for mum, don’t miss the Mother's Day special: receiv ...
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May 5th, 2011
MAY 5TH, 2011
GET YOUR OM ON
As kids, we loved summer camp. These days, we’d rather pass on bunk beds and communal showers.
But making new friends on an island getaway? That we can get onboard with. Amrita Yoga’s Summer Bliss Camp is sleep-away camp all grown up. It’s four days of yoga, swimming, hiking, kayaking and bonfires at Galiano Island’s picturesque Bodega Ridge. We were at the ...
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May 4th, 2011
MAY 4TH, 2011
HAVE WE GOT A SURPRISE FOR YOU!
Have we got a surprise for you!
Ever since friends floored us with an out-of-the-blue birthday bash, we’ve loved surprises. Our latest obsession? The Never Surprise. Singing sweet harmonies reminiscent of Elliott Smith and Wilco, the Vancouver-based duo has perfected the art of the mellow melody. With folksy tunes that beg for backyard BBQs, th ...
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May 3rd, 2011
MAY 3RD, 2011
MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE VANCOUVER
Whether shopping for a new mom up to her elbows in diapers or a seasoned vet who's seen every type of tantrum, here's a list of gifts that are sure to give her a Mother's Day thrill.
Named after his former-model mother,Michael Kors' Joan Bag is a stylish and practical carryall perfect for day-to-day wear, evenings out and travel. Kors' ha ...
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May 3rd, 2011
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 12305 Gardiner, White Rock, BCBuilder Mike Chaston
Architect Edward Tierling
Located directly across from the Dunsmuir Community Gardens to the East and Blackie Spit's 84 acres of water park to the North" One of the Best bird watching areas in Canada, featuring over 200 migrating species, trails, convenient Dog off leash Park, Sailing Club ...
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