Saturday, May 5, 2007

FABULOUS MOM's!



This week's' blog is dedicated to MOM!. Yes she's our Beauty Icon, Confidant, Best Friend, Greatest Support System she's EVERY WOMAN. Today I bring you some new and exciting ways of saying "Thanks Mom" and " I Love You" all the same. I've researched all price points and creative outlets and found a lil something for everyone. Take these new FABTUALS and create something new and exciting ...

Saying it with Shipping and Handling-
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Don't fuss she knows you want to be there, and in her Mom way she truly understands. So In your absence leave your gift to make a Fabulous impression on her day. I found three new exciting online stores that will deliver and package your unique gift and do it with style.

FREDDY AND MA custom handbags-


This brother and Sister duo have made a cute and creative site dedicated to the perfect handbag. Now's the time to invest in her new "IT" bag. With a wide variety in leather, clasps and fabrics this is a fun way in creating the perfect gift.
freddyandma.com
$100-400 plus s/h

DRAGON FLY SUGARWORKS-

A great new mix to Mom's everday breakfast routine. The Dragon Fly Sugar Works company serves up Vermont's freshest blend of syrup. Packaged to your liking and shipped with a freshness seal, Mom's pancakes will for sure be a great converstaion at the next family breakfast.
dragonflysugarworks.com
$6-25 plus s/h

LUCKYSCENT-Scent Bar
8327 Beverly Blvd (map it)
Los Angeles CA 90048










Has Mom been wearing the same scent? do you want to find a scent that say's "It's so you" without saying, "Mom I really can't take that fragrance anymore". Well LuckyScent is just the site for you with a wide variety of fragrances from exotic to sweet you will be able to pick just the right scent for your MAMA.
Luckyscent.com
Prices range from $40-500 plus s/h
luckyscent.com


Say it with a song-
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Have you ever heard a song that bring's back childhood memories? Or do you wish you had a song that tell's your Mama just how much you love her?. Well in my search for new FABTUALS I compiled a list of song's made just for MOM. Take these songs and make your own personal Mother's Day disc.

1. Boys to Men- Mama
2. R Kelly-Sadie
3. Kirk Franklin- Mama's Song
4. James Brown- Mother Popcorn
5. George Michael- Mother's Pride
6. Tupac- Dear Mama
7. Smokey Robinson- Shop Around (My Mama told me!)
8. Lenny Kravitz- Mama Said or Thinking of you
9. Dave Hollister- We Gonna Make It (Mama's Song)
10. Lauryn Hill- Zion
11. Brand Nubian- Mama
12. Ghostface Killah- All that I got is you
13. Kanye West- Hey Mama
14. Snoop Dogg- I Love My Mama
15. Saigon- (IF) My Mommy
16 .Jay Z- Blueprint (Mama Loves Me)
17. Beanie Seigel- Mom Praying
18. John Lennon- Julia
19. Jaheim- For Mama
20. Intruders- I'll Alway's Love My Mama
21. Christina Aguilera- I Turn To You

Ideas for the jewel case:
Post a fave pic of You and Mom
Write a Poem

Say it in person-
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Spending the day with Mom? I have found a few unique and heartfelt options
to celebrate in style .

MOTHER'S DAY JAZZ BRUNCH-
The Brasserie Grille at the Crowne Plaza Hotel is hosting a Mother's Day Brunch in their Continental Ballroom. The brunch features a large array of stations including: Breakfast, Carving Station, Sushi, Seafood, Specialty Platters. There is enough food to please everyone and also a special performance from Jazz Singer Sherwood Sledge.
for Information call- 310-642-7500
$30 Adult
$14.95 Children
11am-3pm

RENT MOVIES-
Does Mom tear up over a good LIFETIME movie? Why don't you rent some classic movies and share a cry together. It's the perfect time to bond and share stories and just be together. Some of my faves include: Steel Magnolias, Terms of Endearment, Immitation of Life , Color Purple and Beaches. Pick your Movie list and grab some snacks tell Mom your spending the evening in.
netflix.com (great for movie lists)
sleepyheads.com

CUSTOM MAKE A MOTHER'S DAY COCKTAIL-
Now is the time to make Mom the drink you always wanted to. Update her regular party drink and give it a splash of Sex and the City. Make sure you add the recipe in a creative way ( on a note card that posts "Just For You"). For Added FABULOSITY include a new set of cocktail glasses and include all contents so that you and Mom can have the first toast.
Drink Idea:
Darla's Delito (mojito)
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2 tbsp. chopped cucumber
1 tsp. freshly grated ginger
12 mint leaves
1/2 cup spring water
1 shot simple syrup (equal parts sugar and boiling water)
club soda

Mush up everything but a few mint leaves. Add ice and shake; strain into a tall glass. Top with club soda; garnish with mint.

Hopefully this edition of FABTUALS has touched a soft spot in you and has inspired you to do more for your MAMA !.

Stay Gold,
Shawanna


copyright 2007


Happy Mother's Day Mama! You've always had my back and loved me unconditionally .... I salute YOU!
Xo,
Wanna Kins




p.s Such a beautiful moment in the life of one of my GREATEST ICONS!. This video was taken when Nina came home from touring look at the joy in her mother's eye's. This is a true caption of the beauty and joy of MOTHERHOOD.....ENJOY!