2016-11-10 10:59
Do you choose handmade, fair trade gifts for your loved ones – friend, child, mom? We are crafters and we all love handmade items and that’s why we are so excited to announce a s… Read More
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2016-10-05 08:45
I love couscous and I almost always order it in restaurant. Do you know why? Because I like the consistence, when I make it at home it never came in the same as in restaurant. Of course, the… Read More
2016-07-28 17:53
For a long time I had this idea in my mind but always was something that disrupt me. Finally!!! I made it! Today I present you my new line of mens t-shrts decorated with vintage crochet doil… Read More
2016-07-01 10:27
13of July is my Birthday and I can’t believe I’ll be 36. Where does the time go?I decided to make a big SALE in my Crochet Vintage Treasuries Etsy Shop That means… Read More
2016-06-29 20:32
The Italians are famous for their sense of style, their inimitable fashion taste and the quality of their designer clothing. They have the ability always, under any circumstances, be dressed… Read More
2016-06-21 12:48
This is truly summer recipe! It's so quick too!Stracchino is a type of Italian fresh cheese, typical of Lombardy, Piedmont, and Veneto, but you can easily find it in every supermarket. It's… Read More
2016-06-13 08:45
50% of women in US wear size 14 or larger, and in other countries there are many women too with sizes XL, XXL and etc. Fashion should be for everyone, not just for the skinny women. For exam… Read More
2016-05-14 09:02
You will need 2 servings• 300g Jerusalem artichoke (topinambur)• 100 g zucchini (one small)• 1 small onion• 1 small carrot• 20 ml of olive oil• 1 egg• 50-1… Read More
2016-05-09 14:10
What is the secret of looking chic and ladylike at work? The secret to really chic style isn't really a secret: it's a formula — a set of tried-and-true essentials that can be wo… Read More
2016-05-06 14:50
Uh, the name of this recipe is too long, but it's very simple to cook)) Actually, I used wholegrain farro pasta or emmer (farro dicocco), but it would be even longer to write it in… Read More
2016-04-21 15:13
Spring is finally here with warm weather and sunny days, which means new, exciting looks. So, It’s time to shop for springtime. There are so many amazing pieces right now that are femi… Read More
2016-04-19 16:15
I like traditions of Mediterranean cuisine, because there are used a lot of greens, vegetables, fresh salads and of course extra virgin olive oil)) Perhaps this is th reason that people live… Read More
2016-04-14 10:33
Some time ago I found this amazing image of pasta types in internet. I thought it’s interesting and will be great to post it on my blog. You can download it here in large size.&n&hell…Read More
2016-04-07 10:17
For quite a long time I didn’t write new Italian recipes here) Today I show one spring recipe - asparagus and taleggio cheese risotto. This recipe is from Northern Italian cu… Read More
2016-04-05 09:23
Espadrilles have been made in Pyrennean Catalonia and the Occitania region since the 14th century at least. There are shops in the Basque country still in existence that have been making esp… Read More
2016-04-02 07:08
I hope you understood from my previous posts that I became a food photographer. Couple of monthes ago my friend Vincenzo asked me if I can make photoshooting for his restaurant Acquapaz… Read More
2016-03-25 15:56
If you always confused about makeup brushes and always think a lot which is used for what this guide is for you. As a belly dancer, I need to dress the part, which includes the fac… Read More
2016-03-25 10:23
I don’t know about you, but I love doilies! Especially vintage. As you know I have a shop where I sell vintage doilies, mostly hand dyed. Many crochet doily patterns were publishe… Read More
2016-03-20 21:32
Spring - it is in the air. And we are talking not only about nature outside the window. March, it's time to think about new outfits in your wardrobe. Shops put up the spring-summer collectio… Read More
2016-03-16 10:32
Every woman needs the perfect purse to complement the perfect outfit.There are many handbags to choose from, but what can be more stylish, glamour, and grace than the clutch bag? Today… Read More
2016-03-11 17:39
Easter is coming and if you are someone who enjoys making your own Easter decor, I have a great collection of ideas for you. Each of these ideas feature bright colors, pretty flowers, or oth… Read More
2016-03-07 15:59
Since 1800s when it first appeared on women shawls, the paisley pattern went in and out of fashion many times. The pattern that we know as “paisley” is named after the epon… Read More
2016-02-20 19:02
The experts at Pantone already announced the annual Color of the Year. It’s not one, but a combination of two shades, for the first time ever - Rose Quartz and Serenity Blue - th… Read More
2016-02-18 15:54
Lastly I made a lot of times this casserole, because it's light and easy to cook.Ingridients:Broccoli, about 800gr5 eggs300 gr of greek yogurt 100-150gr if cheese you use for casserole… Read More
2016-02-18 15:23
Last my photosession I used fresh made spaghetti and tagliatelle and other pasta as my models. What do you think about them ? Are they talented models ?You can find all my photos on sale on… Read More
2015-12-17 16:56
Neutral colors are very popular so black and grey t-shirts and tanks usually find their owners very quickly. These are my last creations in these colors. I found amazing old wall to make pho… Read More
2015-12-14 12:21
One of my favourite antipasto/ appetizer is Italian Seafood Salad. Sometimes I think the perfect supper would be just 3 or 4 amazing appetizers with a side of wonderful whole whead bre… Read More
2015-11-26 12:10
Take the occasion! Black friday Cyber monday sale! You can receive 30% off in my graphic shop KarisaGraphic.etsy.comHere you'll find many digital collage sheets to all yo… Read More
2015-11-25 15:45
Today I will write you about the recipe, that will be enjoyed by all who like healthy eating. This is quinoa with vegetables and shrimps recipe.Quinoa - is pseudocereal culture, origina… Read More
2015-11-09 09:00
In september I had a free week on work. I didn't have summer holiday so I immediately organized a trip. I like to tracking and hiking in mountains and of course Gran Sasso natural park… Read More
2015-11-07 17:06
I like to exsperiment and mix colors, try to buy new brands of colors. There are new colors I hand dyed recently. It happen again - I bought a whole box of doilies!!!&n&hell…Read More
2015-11-07 16:54
Today I present you talented artist and my friend who work with polymer clay and other matherials. Her creations alwasy remind me about fairy tails, they are so airily and magic! --&nbs&hell…Read More
2015-11-06 16:56
Finally I returned after summer... I worked a lot and really didn't have a time for my blog. I'm really sorry )) But now with new breath I'm ready to write a lot of interesting articles!!Tod… Read More
2015-10-06 16:14
It began some time ago when Altered Couture editor contacted me and offered to write an article with DIY and inspirational story about my t-shirts. Also she asked to send some of my them for… Read More
2015-10-05 17:57
I already wrote about my special Spicy pumpkin soup-puree recipe. So autumn is here again even if we have still +25C outside and it means that it's time to cook my pumpkin soup aga… Read More
2015-10-05 17:39
I already wrote in my blog about FineEmbroidery - Featured seller - interview with FunEmbroidery. Its owner, Lana, is an embroidery designer with many years of experience. He… Read More
2015-07-02 07:52
I already wrote about Negroamaro Wine Festival before. It's big cultural and enogastronomic event, where local producers can exposure their wine, oil, beer and other products. You can t… Read More
2015-06-22 17:31
It took a long time to write, but I was so busy with a new job. Here we have already a full summer time with the 30-degree heat, but I decided to write about spring), better late than neverS… Read More
2015-04-26 18:51
Finally the sunny and warm weather arrived! I waited too long this weather, because I have a lot of white t-shirts to make photos and better way to have the best photos of them is go to the… Read More
2015-04-22 06:26
This month was very busy so I completely forgot to post you something nice( Thats why Happy April!! Read More
2015-03-21 19:08
For a long time I was going to make new cushions, decorated with vintage crochet doilies and vintage lace ribbon. Finally I made them and photographed. I do not know why, but often it… Read More
2015-03-20 18:49
I opened a new season with new color of hand dyed vintage doilies. Usually I need a time to collect doilies for one color bath because for most of the colors it needs about 1 kg of fabric to… Read More
2015-03-15 07:37
At Christmas dinner we prepared a goatling with vegetables. Traditionally in our region people prepare lamb ribs on the grill or in the oven, but, to be honest, never liked the lam… Read More
2015-03-11 16:53
JUST APRIL 4-5 weekend only!!! I gift you a discount to celebrate the spring - 50% OFF for everything!!! USE COUPON CODE - SPRINGSALE !!! Just enter it at checkout and you will hav… Read More
2015-03-05 18:37
In south Italy end of March is the time of blooming peach and almond trees. I like this time when nature began to wake up Read More
2015-02-11 10:15
A little bit about millet:Many people think that millet is made from wheat. These beautiful golden seeds are unjustly forgotten "bread" of the East. In Russia, a couple of hundred years ago… Read More
2015-02-02 16:32
Happy February and happy Valentines Day! Read More
2015-02-02 16:21
This recipe has many names, but outside of Italy it is mainly called "bolognese". In fact, this is beef stew with tomatoes, meat can be different, except white (chicken etc). I love pasta wi… Read More
2015-01-26 17:15
Today I write you Italian recipe for fish with seafood cooked in metalpaper in the oven. Ingredients may be all or partially, my advice is to put all vegetables, but… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Near my house there is a large daily farmer’s market where you can buy everything - fruit and vegetables, cereals and legumes, herbs, fish and seafood ... There is a great variety of t… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Are you ready for summer? Did you think already to add some new piece to your summer wardrobe? I hand dyed a lot of doilies and of course I didn't forget about tableclothes. So I made n… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Again some spring photos to give you a little of spring mood also if at your home is still winter like at my mothers home on the Polar North of Russia. But I hope these photos give you a pos… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hello! I’m Valery and I'm owner of Alery shop. I was born and lived in Ukraine – beautiful European country. Some time ago work brought my family to California, USA.As long… Read More
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