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Sunday, June 30, 2013

Do you love hats?????

Hello my friends!!!!

One of my favorite accessories for Summer is definitely a hat! I used to wear them a lot just for fun and just to add a spark in my outfit, but the past years it became a necessary tip for Sun protection. And not only for the beach but for every time of the day. And for the night? it will be something unique in your appearance.

So, while I was searching for hats in Cityblis, I discovered (or should I say re-discovered?) the collection of Evgenia's Kim. Amazing hats, beautiful, a work of art, designed to be simple yet extravagant.





Hats and hair accessories for every occasion and style...white linen for the beach, camel toyo fedora with leopard-print raffia for your boho outfit, cotton cap with black and white stripes for your casual appearance, camel linen for your safari look and many more!








Many famous ladies of Hollywood just adore her creations...








why not us? Let's make a gift to ourselves and feel like a queen!







     mats mouts
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Thursday, June 27, 2013

Fashion Trends - Romantic Lilac

Is it Friday already? Oh Yes it is! So are you ready for a great night? And for a gorgeous weekend?

One of my favorite colors is lilac! Really trendy, great for a romantic appearance but also perfect for a more flashy one! This color became very popular in fashion the last years and not only for your everyday appearance but also for the weddings! 

Lilac mediates that the wearer is in a good mood and the colour attracts interest, in all accounts. You can do nothing wrong when wearing lilac clothes, the only thing that you should mind is that lilac is a very flashy colour, therefore it is important to combine low-keyed colors like black, grey or white or pastel tones.

I like it in every shade and in any combination. With smoky beige and beautiful lilac-purple  accessories...




1. Cotton Tank 2. Earrings 3.Bracelet 4.Bag


Or  for a more casual appearance with white shorts and ombre purple accessories (perfect even for the beach)....



1.Bracelet 2.Earrings 3.Bag


Or even with floral details and in combination with beautiful pastel colors like green mint. 


1.Earrings 2.Bracelet 3.Ring 4.Bag


No matter, on which lilac part of your outfit you decide, but keep in mind, that fashion experts said: “Lilac is the new red! A must-have” !!!


My best wishes for a memorable weekend! If you need more outfit's suggestions just visit Estella's blog!


      mats mouts
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Full Moon!!!!

Wow... what an amazing weekend we had! Once more we visited Nafplio and more specifically a small village 4km away, called Nea Kios. Our friends live there, so it was a great opportunity to visit them and to have a short vacation.

And we were lucky! Sun was great, sea was calm and warm, the night was full of stars and with the most beautiful Full Moon ever! I really cannot know if you can understand how amazing it was by the pictures, but I tried hard (still trying to learn my new photo camera!!!)




Beautiful colors, amazing moon, great feelings!







I love the sea especially on Summer. It really relaxes me!







Simply amazing! And I wish to have more nights like that. With a great, wonderful Full Moon, my family and close friends to hang out and having beautiful moments!


       mats mouts
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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Huge Giveaway - Win a Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle!

Hello  my friends!!!!

I am really happy today because I participate in a Huge Giveaway with a great gift! an amazing "castle" for your kids and not only....    

So let's start....                                           








Welcome to the Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle Event hosted by Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3!

Summer is in full swing, and many families are looking for fun activities for their families. One thing kids seem to really love are inflatable bounce houses, often seen at carnivals and festivals. These provide hours of active fun, and seem to be one of the main attractions wherever they're located. Many people rent these for birthday parties, but did you know that the folks at Blast Zone make it possible to own these awesome play houses and bring the fun to your own backyard?

It's true! This amazing company has so much to choose from, including bounce houses of many sizes, inflatable water parks, and so much more. They even offer a variety of products for smaller spaces.

These products are made from high-quality, commercial grade materials and are built to last for years. Brandy over at Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3 recently received the Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle, and it was a huge hit with not only her kids, but the neighborhood children as well. Check out her full review HERE.

Aren't you excited? Well I am, because I do know that my princess loves playing with air walker...and it will be better if that is a castle.. my princess will love it!

It is a unique, well crafted and safe game a great gift for your kids. They will definitely love it!

The awesome folks at Blast Zone are offering one lucky reader an Air Walker Bounce Castle of their own! How cool is that?! This is a $399.99 value, and sure to make your family the talk of the town!

Simply enter using the easy Rafflecopter form below!


a Rafflecopter giveaway



This giveaway is open to US residents 18+ until 11:59PM July 19, 2013. No POBoxes. Ef Zin Creations  is not responsible for prize fulfillment. Winners will be drawn using Rafflecopter's Random Number Generator. All entries will be verified, so play fair! The winner will be notified via e-mail and they will have 48 hours to reply. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.
This contest is not affiliated with Facebook in any way. Questions should be directed to newlycrunchymamaof3@gmail.com 


Thanks for entering, and Good Luck!!!!!

       mats mouts
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Monday, June 24, 2013

Recipe : Vanilla Cupcake with Buttercream Frosting

{ Guest post from Anne }

Hello My Friends!!!!

I know, I haven't write anything in my blog the past three days, but I had a short trip with my family and we had a great time! As you can imagine, being by the sea it is not something that lets you to chat or do anything in internet.

So here I am again with a sweet full of vanilla aroma recipe from a great lady, a wonderful mama... The pink mama!!!

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Hello everyone!

 My name is Anne and I blog over at The Pink Momma. I'm a stay-at-home Mom to a 16 month old little girl. Besides blogging, I enjoy cooking, baking and crafting as well. I'm also a freelance cake decorator and you can check out all of my creations on my Facebook page called Anne's Little Pink Shoppe. I also have an Etsy shop called Little Miss Athena which I made handmade hair accessories. I'm such a busy mama! Haha! Anyway, I would like to share a delicious cupcake recipe. One of my favorite, vanilla cupcakes. 






Ingredients for the cupcakes:

1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature

2/3 cup (130 grams) granulated white sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups (195 grams) all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk

Ingredients for the buttercream frosting:

2 cups (230 grams) powdered sugar/confectioners sugar, sifted

1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk


Directions on making cupcakes:

Preheat over to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). Beat eggs and sugar until fluffy using an electric mixer or a hand mixer. Add eggs one at a time and beat in vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Alternately add the flour mixture and alternately add the milk. Fill the cupcake pan or a muffin cup with the cake batter and bake it for 17-20 minutes. The cupcakes are done when you insert a toothpick at the center and it comes our clean. Let it cool in a cooling rack. Frost it when it's completely cooled.



Directions for buttercream frosting:

Cream the butter until smooth using an electric mixer or a hand mixer. Add the vanilla extract and gradually beat in the sugar. Add the milk. If you want a colored frosting, tint it with your desired color.

This recipe makes about 12 cupcakes.


Voila! You are ready for a cupcake party!


Don't forget to stop by my blog. Every Friday I'm hosting the Fun Friday Blog Hop and would like to invite everyone. I'll see you there :) Thank you so much Zina for having me.

 
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Please meet Anne in
etsy shopLittleMissAthena



Have a wonderful day!!!!



        Mats mouts!
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Thursday, June 20, 2013

Fashion Trends - Jean's Lover


Yes!!!! It's Friday already! And tomorrow will be Saturday and we are not working also on Monday! Perfect! And it is time to figure out what to wear tonight... simple...piece of cake! My blue jeans of course!

The most common outfit that with different accessories we can create multiple styles. What is the most common clothes? Blue Jean pants and a simple white shirt! Don't you have them in your wardrobe already? I am sure you do...

Simple statement accessories in a pastel but at the same time bright color is just perfect for a minimal outfit but a style also unique for a cocktail party or for your office. How cute is that?


1.Jeans 2.Earrings 3.Ring 4.Shoes


I am casual... and I love my casual outfit, my all star shoes in hot pink and a few accessories also in the same color. Casual and trendy at the same time! A bag in more colors will add a beautiful spark on you!



1.Pendant 2.Bracelet


Jeans are also great to wear them on a night out. Passion red sandals and a beautiful bag will make it more eccentric. Add gold accessories and more specifically a gold pendant or chain necklace and minimal earrings or a statement ring and you will be the center of the party! Oh! And do not forget your passion red lipstick.... Always works!


1.Ring 2.Earrings



Have a wonderful weekend and if you need more outfit's suggestions just visit Estella's blog!


      mats mouts!
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This Week's Finds - Ballerina!

Hello my friends!

I am in dance mood this week..or should I say especially the last couple of days? Yesterday was the Summer Show in my daughter’s kindergarten and it was something amazing and something I will always remember. My princess not only danced with her friends dressed as small and cute crabs, but she had an amazing performance as a ballerina!

Even thought she was the youngest in the team, she managed to dance really good and most important she liked it and she was laughing all the time! All mothers think that their kids are the prettιest… right? Imagine now to see your precious princess to be dressed like a ballerina. Yes she was pretty, she was cute.. but most of all I realized that she is a kid now, not a baby. A young lady almost 3 y old. Years pass so fast…we have to enjoy every single moment! Always remember this!

So… ballet anyone?




My precious ballerina


nursery decor 



Ballet Shoes Photograph



Vintage Ballet Slippers and dress



Ballet dancer ornaments



Ballerina Pin Sterling Silver Brooch 



Have a wonderful day full of music, dance, laughs, joy and happiness!


      mats mouts
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Monday, June 17, 2013

Samothraki, my favorite summer destination!

{ Guest post from Katerina }


Hello My friends!!!

I am really happy to have my friend Katerina from Divine Decadance as guest blogger today! A really beautiful post that will travel you away!!!!

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Hello!

 I'm Katerina and I'm going to give you a little tour to lovely place in Greece, the island of Samothraki!


Samothraki is an island in northern Greece really close to my hometown, Orestiada. Every time I go there, I feel that the place has something magical and divine. Let me share some of its best aspects with you!


Samothraki is not the typical Greek island. It is famous for its natural beauty, and nature lovers from all over the world visit Samothraki every year. Eco tourism flourishes there! The rivers, the healing water sources, the beautiful forests and rocky hills, create a paradise away from the city chaos. The absolute relaxation!


My friends and I prefer camping in Samothraki. It brings out our hippy side and this feels awesome! We feel closer to nature and become a part of it. The wildness of the place wont suit everybody but those of you that like adventure and exploring new places are gonna love it. 



The sea is so clean and refreshing and most of the beaches are rocky, except one- Pachia Ammos. 


Pachia Ammos

If you ever go to Samothraki, don't miss the famous water baths, called Vathres. They are large cavities on the rocks, that you can swim in them. In order to get there, you have to hike a little path in the forest that requires some effort, but you will be rewarded by the beautiful sight!



Vathres

The Chora is the capital of the island. It is build away from the sea, on the mountain Saos, in order to avoid pirate attacks in the past. Here you can see a beautiful view from a cafe in Chora.


Chora

The surprises don't stop in Samothraki. You can have a little cruise around the island in order to admire every hidden aspect. On the other side of the island, there is a stunning waterfall on the steep rocks that is really breathtaking.


Small Waterfall

The local delicacy is goat meat with rice or potatoes ( I know, not the best option for our vegetarian friends!). You can find really tasty desserts too! Glika tou koutaliou, or ''spoon sweets'' are usually fruit or nuts in thick syrup, that you can eat them alone or add them to your ice cream or yoghurt! Yummy!
I could ramble on and on about Samothraki! Every time I go there, is a new adventure! 




I can't wait to visit this lovely island again this summer!!

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Thank you Katerina!!! Isn't it a great place to visit???


Please meet Katerina in
etsy shop: DivineDecadance



Have a wonderful day!!!!



        Mats mouts!
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Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Chicken with Crushed Grain Recipe

{Guest post from PinezaJewelry}

Hello my friends!

Are you hungry? I am! And I am even more after preparing this guest post of my friend Vasso. And yes I am complaining...please next time do not send me only the text and the pictures but also a sample. No sample no post! :p

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Hello!!!

I am Vasso and I would love to share with you a delicious and easy to cook dish with Chicken and Crushed Grain. A really yummy and healthy recipe! Enjoy!!!







Υλικα για 4 ατομα - Materials for 4 persons

Για το κοτόπουλο
·         2 φιλέτα στήθος κοτόπουλου
·         Παρθένο ελαιόλαδο
·         Κάρυ
·         Πάπριπα
·         Λίγο σκόρδο (σε σκόνη)
·         Ρίγανη
·         Αλάτι

For the Chicken
·         2  Chicken fillets
·         Olive Oil
·         Carry
·         Paprika
·         Some garlic (powder)
·         Origano
·         Salt


Για το Πλιγούρι
·         2 κούπες τσαγιού πολίτικο πλιγούρι
·         4 κούπες τσαγιού νερό
·         1/3 κούπας τσαγιού ελαιόλαδο
·         Αλάτι

For the  Crushed Grain
·         2 tea cups Crushed Grain
·         4 tea cups water
·         1/3 tea cup olive oil
·         Salt


Εκτελεση - Procedure

Τεμαχίζουμε τα φιλέτα μας σε λεπτές σχετικά φέτες. Σε ένα βαθύ μπωλ βάζουμε το ελαιόλαδο τα μπαχαρικά, τα μυρωδικά και το αλάτι και ανακατεύουμε. Στη συνέχεια βουτάμε τα κομμάτια του κρέατος, φροντίζοντας να καλυφθούν όλα τα σημεία τους από το μείγμα μας . Βάζουμε το μπωλ στο ψυγείο και το αφήνουμε τουλάχιστον 2-3 ώρες ώστε να μαριναριστεί καλά το κοτόπουλο.

Cut the fillets in thin slices. In a large bowl mix the olive oil, the spices, the fragrant and the salt. Put the meat in the bowl and try to cover it with the mix. Leave the bowl in the refrigerator for 2-3hours, until the chicken is marinated. 


Για το πλιγούρι
Σε μία κατσαρόλα, σοτάρουμε ελαφρά το πλιγούρι μας στο ελαιόλαδο για 1-2 λεπτά. Στη συνέχεια συμπληρώνουμε με το νερό (κατά προτίμηση βραστό) και το αλάτι. Σκεπάζουμε την κατσαρόλα και μαγειρεύουμε σε μέτρια φωτιά μέχρι να απορροφήσει το πλιγούρι τα υγρά (10 λεπτά περίπου).

For the Crushed Grain
In a pan fry the crushed grain with the olive oil for a couple of minutes. Add the water, that has to be hot, and the salt.  Cover the pan and let it cook in medium heat until the grain soaks up the water.


Για το κοτόπουλο
Ψήνουμε το μαριναρισμένο κοτόπουλο σε αντικολλητικό τηγάνι ή στη σχάρα, φροντίζοντας να μην το στεγνώσουμε. Εναλλακτικά, βρέχουμε ένα κομμάτι λαδόκολλα, βάζουμε μέσα τα κομμάτια του φιλέτου μαζί με τη μαρινάτα. Κλείνουμε καλά τη λαδόκολλα δημιουργώντας ένα πουγκί, το οποίο το τοποθετούμε μέσα σε ένα ταψί και ψήνουμε στο φούρνο. 5-10 λεπτά πριν το τέλος, ανοίγουμε το πουγκί ώστε να ροδίσει το κοτόπουλο.

For the Chicken
Cook the marinated chicken in a frying-pan or in the grill, but be careful not to let it dry. Another way to cook the meat is to put it in a piece of cooking paper with the remaining marinare. Close the cooking paper and create a small purse, put it in a baking pan and cook it in the oven. 5-10 minutes before we remove it from the oven, open the purse in order for the meat to become rosy-hued.




Σερβίρετε μαζι και απολαύστε το γευμα σας!!!
Serve them together and enjoy your meal!

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Thank you Vasso!!!  So delicious!!!!


And if you want to discover more about Vasso, please meet her in

etsy shopPinezaJewelry 
facebook: pinezajewelry
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Καλό Μαγείρεμα!!!!
Happy Cooking!!!! 



         mats mouts
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Thursday, May 2, 2013

Fashion Trends - Black and Gold

Hello my friends!

Hope your week was amazing! And since Friday is already here, let's have a quick look for our tonight's outfit. Simple, Elegant and all time classic in Black and Gold! A beautiful minimalistic black dress can always be combined with beautiful and delegate gold accessories. These Gold tones will definitely give you a lighting spark and you will be the centre of the party!



A black dress is always in Fashion. But the same issues for Black Pants! Combine them with gold blouse and gold/black accessories 






or just use a beautiful elegant black shirt, a gold overcoat and accessories in Gold tones and you will not escape notice!





Have a wonderful Friday night!!!

ps. For more Friday night Outfit suggestions, just visit Estella's blog!

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

This Week's Finds - Easter Eggs!

Hello my friends!

Greek Easter is really really close (only 4days left) so I have to prepare my family's red eggs tomorrow morning. A wonderful custom, that became my responsibility the past few years.   But this time I will paint them with my daughter...or at least I will try it! 

As you can imagine, my finds for this week are cute Easter eggs... 








   So cute Crochet Easter Egg Toy


  An amazing Needle Felt Easter Egg



        A Unique Personalized Easter Egg



          An one of a kind Easter Egg Decoration






  A Cute Easter Egg Card



Happy Easter!!!!!