Carnival of Shopping #38


If your stomach isn’t growling as you’re reading this, it certainly will be after you visit Annie’s Eats, a blog full of tried and true recipes sure to satisfy any hunger pangs. You can never have too many meal ideas, so also check out Frugal Antics of a Harried Homemaker, where Kristen strives to take after her culinary genius grandmother and mother. If cooking stresses you out, pay Danielle a visit at Cooking for My Peace of Mind – she’ll have you cooking to relieve stress in no time.

Not a chef? Not a problem – if you prefer baking, head over to DDpie’s Slice to read up on cake and bread baking. Those with a sweet tooth will have a ball at Chocolate Moosey, which is chockfull of sweet treat recipes. Have extra time on your hands? Visit Schweet ‘n Savory for Melissa’s mouthwatering main course and dessert recipes. If you have dietary restrictions, Sweets at Vicky’s will give you plenty of gluten-free dessert options.

For those of you who have accomplished enough spring cleaning to create extra room in your closet, Violet Revolution will give you inspiration for a new warm-weather wardrobe. If you’re on a budget, head over to Into the Fold for affordable but fabulous fashion. And be sure to visit Roxxy Belle, a beautiful mess of Roxxy’s everyday thoughts and the latest style trends.

For cosmetic tips, check out Vonvon’s Interests, A beauty blog with detailed and comprehensive reviews on beauty products ranging from skincare to cosmetics, bodycare and haircare with an analytical approach.  It has lots of practical day-to-day Eye Of The Day/Face Of The Day  and DIY beauty tips.

Recently (and refreshingly) we saw the appearance of plus-size models on Prada’s runway. Hopefully this is a sign of the changes to come within the fashion industry – keep up with the latest plus-size fashion with Jasifers Lions Club and Pocket Rocket.

When you get tired of reading, get your fill of fashion-forward photography at Alter Muffin, Gorgeous Clara, It’s a Dull Life or What Goes On. You might also want to take a style cue from the always adorable bloggers over at alltumbledown and Sidewalk Chalk. If you can read Norwegian, Den Lille Motespire also highlights some gorgeous style trends.

Planning a wedding? The lovely ladies over at Everything But the Dress will help you pick out the perfect shoes and bridal accessories for your big day! When you need some ideas for a baby shower gift, check out Chic Mother & Baby for stylish design finds and inspirations.

For other unique gift ideas, browse through the handmade jewelry at adaptive reUse — each piece is made from upcycled decorative tins! Jewelry Affairs carries fashion jewelry, fine jewelry and custom-made jewelry if you are looking for a more specific piece for that special someone (or for yourself).

If it’s beauty advice you seek, Vonvon’s Interests provides detailed and comprehensive reviews on a variety of beauty products. And don’t neglect your nails – head over to Lacquer Muse to get your fill of creative nail designs.

Whenever the weather warms up, I find myself wanting to redecorate to get rid all the winter clutter that has inevitably built up over the months. Decoding Décor’s Cindy is just the person to turn to for useful interior design tips that take into account style preferences and budget limits. Another way to decorate on a budget is to reduce, reuse, recycle – exactly what Remodelaholic will teach you to do!

If you’re looking to spice up your home with some beautiful patterns and prints, pay Kristopher K Design a visit. For further decor inspiration, head over to Life at the Chateau Whitman to follow a young newlywed couple’s home renovation.

Ready for some handiwork? Pick up a DIY project or two from Design Intervention to give your home a personal touch. Of course, if you prefer to let others do the work, you can admire Cindy’s creative process over at A Lovely Life or support her Etsy shop. Fans of collectibles will love the Crafty Creations by Trish.

Over at Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, you’ll not only get an eyeful of beautiful interiors, but also of fashion, food and photography. If that’s not enough eye candy for you, visit Red Thread for Josephine’s personal online journal of inspirations.

With springtime in full bloom and the outdoors finally turning green again, maybe it’s time for you to go green as well! The Green Goddess will keep you up to date with all the latest green news. Trying to make your diet greener? Visit HiHoRosie’s Place to learn about raw food living and to read up on green product reviews. If you have some spare time, you could also try planting your own garden – visit My Nice Garden for some gardener’s perspective.

This weekend, weather permitting, take your favorite furry friend out to enjoy the springtime air. And don’t forget to pay Twinkie’s blog a visit for dog advice and training tips!

Bestnetbookreviewz.com is a blog that helps readers find answer about which netbooks are the top-rated or best bets in their class. It’s constantly updated with the latest netbook reviews, news, and videos about every popular netbooks on the market. It also features a netbook comparison tool that allows readers to compare the specification, prices, and rating of various netbook models.

ShoppingNotes.com is  a site that allows people to bookmark all their favorite products from anywhere on the Internet, and their powerful price watch engine can alert users whenever their favorite products change prices. If a product is likely to go on sale or otherwise drop in price in the future, users can bookmark it to ShoppingNotes and they will receive an alert when the price goes down.

Lastly (but certainly not least), if you’re planning to make any big purchases in the near future, you’ll want to refer to Spot the Best Reviews to find the best products for the best prices. Happy shopping!

-Xenia

3 Responses to “Carnival of Shopping #38”

  1. Kristopher K Design Says:

    Thank-you for your kind words ;)

  2. Twinkie Says:

    So kind of you to mention my animal blog. Thank you.
    Twinkie

  3. Baby Games Says:

    Thanks for your sharing,that is useful.

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