Unapologetically Purple

Need I say more?

                               
So what exactly is it about this color purple that draws me in like a moth to a flame? Well let me trace my steps back...


I've always had a 'thing' for lavender, and as a teen donned it on my eyelids, lips or any accessory or item of clothing I might have happened to be wearing that day. As I got older, my purple of choice became deeper. Magenta ~such a luscious and intense hue with warm red undertones. Up until a few years ago I always preferred THAT hue over the blue-violet color.         

Well suffice it to say that today, blue-violet as well as eggplant, violet, orchid, amethyst or any other purple is welcome anywhere in my home or line of vision. 

                       

Takin' it outdoors with

Eggplant & Forest Shutters

Rich Lavender Fabric Shades in Girls Room 

-Any guess what color their wall  is?

A few years ago I decided to go all out with my favorite color and re-do the master bedroom. I began my search for purple accessories to accent what I envisioned as becoming "my serene haven" away from it all. 


Children would not be allowed to enter, and the bed would get made every day. Clothes would always be in their proper spot in the closet and surfaces such as bedside tables and the bureau would of course be clutter free.

My purple phone and Ipod. 

Ode to my now defunct Ipod-I miss you!

I was striving for a mix of modern sophistication with a dash of art nouveau (hey, I'm  eclectic, what can I say?) I was a little surprised to be directed mostly to teen and tween retailers. The thrill of the hunt ensued however, and I soon stumbled upon an array of purple accent items. 


A great online store for any purple fanatic is none other than http://www.thepurplestore.com  From apparel to kitchenware (i want those colanders!) it's definitely worth checking out. 


So what you may ask became of my serene purple haven? long sigh... Well i've got lots of purple (even the carpet!) There's also lots of laundry to be folded, kids toys strewn about -how many times do I have to tell them! and as of tonight, a foster baby piglet sleeping in the corner. Yes, it's true. Oh well, my life is what it is. but hey...


Least I got my purple! 


Cheers ッ

Art Nouveau wide border wallpaper 

in the bath portion of the master bedroom
(I only wish I could remember the name of this fabulous designer/stylist)

Morningstar Farms

Do you enjoy Morningstar Farms frozen meatless products. Me too! Are you opposed to Genetically Modified Soy? Yep, I second that too. Do you know that some of Morningstar's products contain GM soy? Sorry...I never like to be the bearer of bad news. (especially if your day has been going well so far)

The good news?  There are a handful of their products which do contain organic soy. I called the company and following is the ORGANIC soy list which they gave me.

Breakfast Sausage Links

Classic Burger

Roasted Herb Chicken Patty

Tex Mex Burger

Veggie Medley Burger

Vegan Burger

Zesty Tomato Burger

It really is too bad (IMNSHO-In My Not So Humble Opinion) that they cannot convert to all non-GM soy. I happen to love their Grillers, as well as the sausage patties and bacon. -nothing like a BLT after all, especially in the summer months. and my girls love the chicken nuggets. 

Call me crazy, but I think it's a sad day in our world when the very food which is supposed to nourish us is tampered with at the genetic level with chemicals.

So, there it is. And here's something else. A very interesting article from Grist magazine regarding soy that is bio-engineered, Why it is (apparently due to Roundup, the pesticide/herbicide) resistance. 

http://www.grist.org/article/usda-downplays-own-scientists-research-on-danger-of-roundup#c364273

I Welcome your comments, and any 'roundup' of our own call to action toward Morningstar which may compel you. I am game, just need a little rallyin' these days. 

Cheers

;-)

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Wednesday, March 24, 2010

FEATURED ETSY SHOP - LOCKS OF PIZAZZ

VERONIQUE Aqua and Brown Damask Dangle Earrings

Emily of LOCKS OF PIZAZZ

WELCOME, Emily and her Etsy shop LOCKS OF PIZAZZ, where you will find, as Emily states in her shop title's tag line...."Embellisments with elegance for hair, body and soul!" Some items you can choose from will be "hair flair", ear jewelry, pendants and more

Check out my interview with Donna from DZ Fantasy, a wonderful 3D Fiber Artist. Scroll 1/4 of the way down the page to read! READ MORE HERE http://dzfantasy.blogspot.com/2010_03_01_archive.html

Cheers! ;-)

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