Forecasting fur for fall 2013

Vancouver Fashion Week saw a lot of fur on the runway this season. Ukrainian designer Roksolana Bogutska set the bar high Saturday night with her exquisite coats. I was able to meet with Roksolana and see/gingerly touch her collection backstage. Fashion week can be exhausting, and Roksolana’s furs felt so dreamy, I was tempted to ask if I could curl up and hibernate in one for an hour or so. But these are mens parka coat that are meant to be seen. Coats that epitomize glamour/elegance/femme fatale-type coolness. Roksolana is on my radar now for sure. Her coats are divine, but I would suggest checking out her website to be blown away by her intricate evening dresses and beautiful leather work as well.
Roksolana Bogutska F/W 2013

Roksolana Bogutska F/W 2013

Fur was also a staple of Seattle designer Carole McClellan’s collection. Her pieces were a little more modern, a little more urban than Roksolana’s. Carole showcased fur looks for both men and women. It is actually the piece worn by the male model that I asked Carole if I could be waitlisted for (disclaimer: waitlisted for the vest, not the male model).

Carole McClellan F/W 2013

    Carole McClellan F/W 2013

Carole McClellan Fall/Winter 2013

Carole has logged a lot of hours working in tanneries and has an intimate understanding of leathers and furs. She has also worked with rock stars (designing for Chris Cornell, Alice in Chains and Heart), and has a good idea of how to dress someone to feel like they can do anything. I can’t imagine wearing this vest, hood up/shades on, without feeling like a rock star.

Roksolana and Carole were not alone in showcasing fur. London’s Nova Chiu dyed rabbit fur and deer hide bright hues of fuchsia, turquoise and yellow. Turkey’s Ipek Tohumcu presented laser-cut mens leather jacket and dresses trimmed with black fur. The forecast is clear that fall season is fur season. So save the windbreakers and anoraks for the days you really are hiking, and see how incorporating fur into your fashion feels.

The best surprise you can get toys Father and Son: Remote Control Boats

What’s more fun than a basket of eggs? A boat on the remote control is more fun! You can use it in a lake, river, even your bathtub for hours of fun. Your kids will love too! Grown boys or men as they are normally called, love their toys. So why not do what they want? rc remote control boats for matching father and son.
Theyll have a ton of fun racing each other, knocking each other about on the lake, and have a special bonding that single fathers and the son may have. However, you have choices to make. RC boats are available in a variety of sizes, shapes and patterns. So you get to decide what type they should have.

They come in models children toys, but are just as fun to play with the big models. The remote controlled model boats run on batteries, are made of durable plastic, and if they are properly cared for, will last until they get tired of them. Sometimes the boats are so poorly made they used to resist a full days running, but there are toys rc boat parts that are very good and have fun.

Models of Fiberglass boats are large or wood, are very robust and run electric power or gas. However much fun the larger models are they are still expensive compared with buying toys. But this should not prevent you from getting the boat on the remote. Imagine how the father and son will have fun, spend hours on the lake egging each other and daring each other to Deviling faster turns and jumps.

Be sure to look before choosing the right boat for them. Consult your local store, Internet, and ask around some of the amateur clubs RC. They can let you know the type of rc boat kit Thats good for the father and son. You can find clubs in your local store.

There’s always the small vacation throughout the year so you will not have any problems giving them boats. Sometimes the most elegant boat you see in the store is not the best. On the Internet are forums RC boat, you can check to see what kind of boat is best for them. They are always happy to help and they love to talk about their boats remote control.

So you should not have too much of a decision after you’ve checked around and watch the boats of different control distance. Be sure they will last a couple of hours with the batteries or gas, and your two boys should be happy as clams – for a while.

Robots Located Your Jean Size At Store

Robots do seem to be doing their bit in elbowing their way into our lives, and in the case of this particular jeans store which proved to be a dream of a previous Amazon executive, he has decided to employ the help of robots to assist men that drop by his store locate the correct jeans size. After all, do you agree that most men tend to bulge around the waist from a certain age onwards (or after marriage)? Having said that, you might not fit into that pair of 32″ Levis any more, and the robot would assist you kindly. The store is located in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood, where designer jeans will hang from metal racks that are attached to the ceiling, making the QR code tags easily accessible.

You scan what you like, and a robotic system will deliver the corresponding pair of hip hop men jeans to your dressing room, allowing you to place an order if you like what you have tried. To purchase, all you need to do is slide your credit cards through a machine, and leave for home without having to interact with a single salesperson. Not the most heart warming shopping experience, but it is efficient, as your online transaction will see the pants for men of your choice arrive in front of your door shortly.

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Arvada Crime Blotter: Man hides beer in pants

Man harasses city code enforcer. Arvada police were dispatched to the 16000 block of West 62nd Place on Feb. 26 when a distraught city code enforcement officer reported being verbally assaulted by a man she was investigating. Neighbors had called code enforcement to report that the man plowed huge piles of snow into the cul-de-sac and parked his truck on the sidewalk, blocking pedestrians. The code officer was taking pictures of the truck when the man lunged for her camera and screamed profanities. She filed a harassment case.
Drug arrest a cry for help. Police were patrolling businesses near the 5700 block of Sheridan Frontage Road on Feb. 26 when they observed a single parked car in a lot. Police contacted the passengers — a man, his wife and another woman — and when the man’s wife reached for her ID, police saw a small bag of methamphetamine in her pocket. She was arrested and later told officers she could have hid the drugs but showed them so she could get help.
Prank caller threatens woman. On Feb. 23, police made contact with a female resident who said an unknown man called her house, yelled at her son and said he knew where she lived. The woman told police that the man had been calling her for several months to say she won $1 million. She told him multiple times to stop. The woman was advised to call police if the man called again.
Trio dines, ditches. The manager at Applebee’s, West 52nd Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, reported a “dine and dash” Feb. 21. Two men and one woman ordered $99 worth of food — six meals — and left without paying. The manager took down their license plate, and police arranged a lineup of the suspects. No employees positively identified the suspects, however, so they were released.
Hides beer in pants for men. Police saw two suspicious men walking in the road at West 52nd Avenue and Carr Street on Feb. 21. According to officers, they smelled like beer so they ran identification checks. One man eventually revealed that he was under a court order not to have alcohol. Police searched him and found a half-empty can of High Gravity “PB” malt liquor in his pants. He was taken into custody.
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Kids Wall Stickers is Under New Ownership

London, United Kingdom, March 07, 2013 –(PR.com)– Kids Wall Stickers an independent online retailer selling a large range of wall stickers specifically for children has recently changed ownership. The company previously owned by PickNClick Ltd in Bournemouth is now owned by Delightful Decors in London.

Kids Wall Stickers has been operating for approximately 18 months and being independent are able to sell tree wall decals from the major manufactures such as FunToSee and RoomMates alongside smaller companies such as Belle and Boo. With a stock list of over 300 products there is something for children of all ages from the smallest baby right through to teenagers and adults, with many stickers looking equally good in a babies nursery or a living room. For the full range of beautiful stickers visit http://www.dinodirect.com/tree-wall-decals-f-decals-stickers-vinyl/

Delightful Decors was established towards the end of 2012 by Jo Philipp, who after being made redundant from her job in B2B publishing was looking for a change of direction. After looking at a few businesses for sale she found Kids Wall Stickers and instantly loved the look and feel of the website and the products sold. In addition to the Kids Wall Stickers website Delightful Decors operates and Amazon and ebay store, they hope in the future to increase the ranges of stickers sold on the sites and are also looking to branch out beyond kids and maybe even to non-sticker products long term.

7”LCD Wireless Night Vision Video Camera Baby Monitor

2.4GHz 7″ TFT LCD Wireless Video Baby Monitor Night Vision 2 Cameras

Ultimate safety wireless baby monitor set, coming with a high quality 2.4GHz wireless receiver with Ultra-large 7.0 inch screen plus 2 Wireless 24 Infrared LEDS 15m Night Vision Cameras for keeping a very close eye on your baby or rooms. This wireless receiver works in ISM Band:2400-2485MHz to receive wireless video baby monitor and video signals and displays the received image signal on the LCD screen. You can  enjoy its capability for entertainment, monitoring and security purposes.

Features:

1.2.4GHz wireless 7.0 inch TFT LCD monitor with remote control
2.380 TV lines clear picture display
3.4-Channels available to avoid interference
4.Built-in 24 infrared LED lights enables you to view up to 15 meters at night or in low-light settings
5.Built-in microphone for audio monitoring
6.100m transmission distance without block

7.Suitable for monitoring baby camera monitor and elders, and widely used for theft prevention, after-hours surveillance, home security, ete

8.Channel scan and channel skip for multi-camera usage
9.weatherproof camera

Specification:
General:
1.Transmission Frequency: ISM 2400MHz~2483MHz  4CH
2.Modulation Mode: FM
3.Antenna Type: Camera: Omni; Receiver: Directional
4.Unobstructed Effective Range: up to 100m(Without Block)
5.Antenna Port: 50ohm SMA
6.Operating Temperature: 0°C~+50°C
7.Storage Temperature: -20°C~+60°C
8.Operating Humidity: 85%RH
Camera:

1.Imaging Sensor Type: 1/4″ CMOS
2.CMOS Total Pixels: 510X492(NTSC)
3.Horizontal Definition: 380 TV Lines
4.View Angle: NTSC:46°
5.Minimum Illumination: 5.0 Lux / F1.2&0 Lux(IR ON)
6.Transmission Power: 80 mW
7.Power Supply: DC 5V 1000 mA
8.Night Vision Range: 15m
9.Consumption Current: 80 mA & 200 mA (IR ON)
10.Dimensions: 5.7 x 11.5(Dia. x H)
Receiver:
1.LCD Type: TFT
2.LCD Screen Size: 7″
3.Dot Pitch: 0.1025mm x 0.163mm
4.View Angle(U/D/L/R): 10°/30°/45°/45°(Min)
5.Brightness: 300 cd/square meter
6.Contrast Ratio: 150:1
7.Interface: Alternated Video Signal
8.Light Source: CCFL
9.Power Supply: DC 12V 1.5A
10.Video Output Level: 1Vp-p@75ohm
11.Audio Output Level: 1Vp-p@600ohm
12.Receiving Sensitivity: ≤-85dBm
13.Dimensions: 18.9 x 2.1 x 14cm(L x W x H)
Single Package Includes
1 x Receiver
2 x Camera
1 x Receiver Adapter
2 x Camera  Adapter
1 x AV cable
1 x Antenna
1 x Remote control
1 x Users Manual
Note:PLS Pay attention to the receiver and camera’s Power Supply!!

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Bride-to-be Blogger Carly: I Finally Got My Wedding Shoes!

Bride-to-be Blogger Carly: I Finally Got My Wedding Shoes! (With a Little Help From Mom)

Well, ladies, I did it! (Or, I sort of did it, chickened out, and then my mom did it for me). Either way, I am now in the possession of my wedding shoes! (Even if I did kick and scream all the way to the register). {Ed Note: In case you do not recall, Carly is afflicted with a disturbing and inexplicable disdain for shoe shopping. Read about it here.}

Last weekend, my mom and I scoured the King of Prussia mall searching for the least mother-of-the bride-looking dress for the mother of this bride.  We visited each department store and some specialty stores as well, looking for her perfect dress. The tricky part was finding something that wasn’t super matronly (I have a hot mom!) but was still tasteful and not a bridesmaid dress. This charge was harder than it might sound, and my mom tried on quite a few dresses. In the end, though, we left the mall with two great contenders that she can decide between in the next three months (at no penalty so long as all tags are attached).

While we were at the mall, we decided that I should browse for my wedding shoes (yuck). As I mentioned before, I detest shoe shopping and am not afraid to admit it. My mom, on the other hand, loves shoes, so she encouraged me to look around. Part of the problem is I don’t really know what I want. I decided that I don’t want white, but was still iffy as to whether I wanted to go with mint (my bridesmaid dress color) or silver (I just love the sparkle!). I was hoping that putting the shoes on would help make my decision easier, but I was wrong.

There were two dance shoes that caught my eye in Macy’s, one mint and one sparkly-silver. I handed both to the salesman and waited for my size eights to appear. I took off my boots in anticipation and realized that my feet were in no condition to be trying on wedding shoes. I looked at my feet in horror, trying to wrack my brain as to why I haven’t gotten a pedi (or at least a polish change, for crying out loud) in months.  So, there I stood, chipped-polish toes, trying to pick the women high heel shoes I’m going to wear on this day I’ve dreamed of (and planned for) for so long. And, as princessy as it sounds, I just couldn’t pick a pair because I just wasn’t feeling in the right state of feet to do so.  (I’m admitting this to you, my readers, because I think it’s important to share how ridiculous and nutso wedding planning can make you!) So, I told my mom I needed to think it over and ushered her out to look at more MOB dresses.

I conveniently forgot to make a decision and, as we finally left the mall, my mom said, “What about shoes?!?”

“I just can’t.” I told her, “I’ll figure it out later.”

Well, my mom was not taking “later” as an answer, not when we have dresses to hem. (No, I haven’t visited a tailor yet. Yes, I know I’m cutting it close!) Two days later, my mom sent me a picture message of the sparkly-silver shoe letting me know that she’d found them in my size at another mall, and was taking them home with her.

I don’t think I’ve been too difficult in this whole wedding-planning process, but I was being extremely indecisive about the shoes. Thanks, Mom, for recognizing that I was very close to being shoeless at my wedding, and just taking care of business.

Nine simple ways to infuse personality into your wedding

It’s your big day. So it goes without saying that your wedding should reflect your style and your partner’s, as well. While choosing the perfect dress, venue and theme all play a huge role, it’s also the little things that can set your wedding apart from the rest, making it totally unique and tailored to your personality.

Here are some easy ways to infuse your wedding with a style that’s unmistakably yours:

    Save the Date Cards. Sending an early reminder to let everyone know about your special day not only gives your guests plenty of time to clear their calendars, it offers you an opportunity to grab their attention with your own unique design. From traditional to trendy, sophisticated to silly, it’s easy to design save the date cards that are uniquely ‘you’. Add your own special photos and choose from unique card formats like save the date magnets for the fridge, environmentally-friendly postcards, and more.

Thank You Cards. While your big day may be over, it needn’t be forgotten. Sending personalized thank you cards is a great way show appreciation to your guests. Conjuring up memories with a great photo from the wedding gives your correspondence a warm, unique feel.

Food. Wedding food should be delicious, but don’t be afraid to make yours original. Including your favorite foods is a great way to personalize a wedding beyond the traditional entree choices. For example, food stations or food “bars” are becoming hugely popular for that very reason. From mashed potato bars with all the fixings, to strawberry shortcake and s’mores bars, this is an easy way to make your wedding your own.
Decorations. Whether it’s a table-top umbrella inspired by a trip to Bali, a whimsical floral arrangement representing your first date, or anything else you can conjure up, decorations should be all about you. Don’t be afraid to move away from more traditional designs—as long as your choices are tasteful.
Favors. From personalized mint and candy tins, to tealight holders and glass photo coasters, there are so many unique wedding favor ideas out there, it’s hard not to find something that fits your personal style. A quick online search can help you come up with ideas that’ll inspire something that’s truly one-of-a-kind.
Music/Dance. If you want something that’s really ‘you’ and not just another overdone wedding song, be sure to do a quick search for “top wedding songs” of the year and avoid them like the plague. Unless, of course, a particular song has some real meaning to you. Close your eyes and picture yourself walking down the aisle to a particular song. Does it conjure up the emotion you desire? The same rules apply throughout the ceremony and reception. Never choose a piece that doesn’t reflect you – just because someone else likes it better. This is your day.
Cake. From quilted and piped wedding cakes— to traditional, fresh-flower and bejeweled styles, think of your cake as a blank canvas for creativity. But the fact is, you needn’t choose a cake at all! Today’s brides can choose from candy, cereal and cookie buffets, cupcake-cakes, pie assortments, ice cream stations, fresh pastries (with a barista serving custom hot drinks), croquembouche, even carnival food! Just make it your own.
Flowers. Your floral selection should, of course, be a true reflection of you. But keep in mind, there are plenty of alternatives to wedding flowers that may be a better fit. Bauble-filled vases, pots filled with local wildflowers, even carved glass or wood flowers can make beautiful tablescapes. Many brides have chosen bouquets made from feathers, ornate brooches, and even sticks and branches! Look around for something that fits your style.
womens heels. Decorated flip-flops and blinged-out sneakers have become a favorite for brides and bridesmaids after they kick off their uncomfortable heels. But there are so many new ideas out there. From lace foot liners to beaded bare feet, the world is your oyster when it comes to finding unique wedding shoes.

Remember to let the groom express his personality, too! One easy way to stamp a bit of personality on the wedding is by having him choose a totally unique boutonniere. Whether he wants a classic look with a little twist, something handmade, or something totally kitschy and fun, it’s sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.

Rangers’ Andrus out due to soreness from tattoo

SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) – Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus was scratched from the lineup because of what the club called “sensitivity in his left arm” – apparently caused by a tattoo supplies.

Andrus spent nine hours the two days before Thursday’s spring training game against the Indians under a needle. He wanted a likeness of his late father, Emilo Andrus, who died in 1996 when Elvis was 7.
Andrus tells the Fort Worth Star-Telegram he’ll be ready to play Friday. He says: “It’s a memory of my dad. I’m really proud that it’s going to be on myself forever.”

The cheap tattoo machine covers most of Andrus’ left arm from the elbow to shoulder. It will apparently be his last. He says “I’m done with this, too much pain.”
Jurickson Profar replaced Andrus at shortstop against Cleveland. Andrus will leave the Rangers on Saturday to join Venezuela for the World Baseball Classic.

Eastwood Launches Powerful New SMD LED Flashlight/Work Light Combo

The Eastwood Company has launched a new SMD LED Retractable Work Light/Flashlight Combo – two powerful lights in one.
The Eastwood Company has launched a new SMD LED retractable work light 1000 lumen flashlight Combo – two powerful lights in one.
SMD, otherwise known as Surface Mount LED, is the next level of LED lighting. Unlike traditional LED’s that are in epoxy enclosures, SMD LED’s are mounted directly on the circuit board. This provides a powerful light with a wider viewing angle.
The Eastwood work light features 30 powerful SMD LED’s that emit over 200 lumens and are 2x more powerful than the same count regular LED’s. Featuring a retractable body, the user can control the amount of light with a simple sliding action.
This rechargeable work light is fully charged in 4-6 hours and offers 1.5 hours run-time. With two powerful magnets and a slip-resistant rubber over-molded handle, this 1200 lumens flashlights is tough enough for automotive and shop use, but also great for around the house. “When working under a car, having light in tight spaces is critical” said Evan Soda, Eastwood Product Manager.
Eastwood markets unique tools and supplies for repair, restoration, and modification of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Founded in 1978, Eastwood constantly strives to develop new products to serve the home automotive hobbyist, as well as individuals and organizations focused on the restoration and preservation of automobiles and motorcycles. Contact Nick Capinski – ncapinski(at)eastwood(dot)com or 610-705-5404.