IKEA Vases: Super Cheap, Super Cute

Vases purchased from IKEA

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I live pretty close to an IKEA store.  I usually avoid it.  (Have you seen the parking lot?)  There seem to always be so many people there.

Well, some one was telling me about all of the kitchen, bedding and home accessory items that IKEA offers.  So one evening, I braved IKEA.  I was shocked!

I can't say that IKEA is my favorite place on Earth, but it does offer some great items at great prices.  I now turn to IKEA to purchase vases. 

I was in need of smaller bud vases.  At no more than $4 for a smaller vase, you can't go wrong.  IKEA offers an assortment of colors, sizes and shapes.  You can even buy inexpensive plants there, including orchids.

Check it out!

Superga: My Favorite Sneakers

I started wearing Supergas in college.  They were the perfect shoe to wear to walk to classes.  That pair of Supergas is long gone, but I remember them fondly.

The other day, I was longing for a sneaker.  Then, I remembered Superga! 

Here is what I love about Superga:

• Supergas are supportive.  I can wear them all day without the shoe rubbing my skin.   My back and feet don't hurt at the end of the day!
• Supergas are a great classic look.
• Supergas come in many colors and styles for men and women. 
• I think what I like most is that the shoe is cut below the ankle bones.  This low cut is flattering to my leg and looks best with no socks. 
• These sneakers are durable and easy to wash. 
• Supergas come in whole sizes only (Size 7, 8, 9, etc.).  
• I like the "2750 Classic" style. (There are other styles that have caught my eye, though.) 
• At about $70/pair, I think they are a good investment. 

I bought my new pair online.  Several online stores offer Supergas, so find a store that offers free shipping.

Enjoy!

LOVE Pillows

The website Houston Tidbits is a great resource for restaurants, stores, spas, travel destinations, events, etc. in the Houston area.  You can always find the link on my blog. (See the bottom of this page.)

I found this post a few weeks ago for  "LOVE" pillow cases  from a store in Fredericksburg, Texas called Red.  I had to have them.  I called the store on Friday, paid over the phone and received them in the mail yesterday!

The pillow cases are white with tan, black, hot pink or soft blue letters.  I decided to add a punch of color to my bed linens and picked hot pink. 

I was surprised to learn that the opening of the pillow case faces the center of the bed, not outside, like most cases.  I called the store to verify that this was not a mistake.  I was told that the pillow cases are made in London, so the opening on the "wrong" side, must be like driving on the left side of the road.  I feel a little extra "cheeky," as they say across-the-pond, because of the hot pink letters and the fact that they are from London.  So fun!

My theory is that if you love it, buy it!!  Remember, your subconscious recognizes images that you love and provides you with a boost of warm energy.  If you dislike an image, it is an energy downer.  Just another reminder to surround yourself with things that you love!!

If you need another excuse to make a purchase, I am sure I can find one.

Happy Shopping!