• Third Purple Star

    Earlier this year I succumbed to peer pressure and bought the four books in the Twilight book series. Within a few weeks I had devoured them and now consider myself a convert. As far as I’m concerned Stephenie Meyers rocks. When I was done I decided to make a Squidoo lens reviewing each book followed…

  • Igigi Limited Collection

    This week Igigi introduced a new line called the “Limited Collection” or LC. According to Igigi, it will offer “one-time only designs that are fresh, new, trendy, and reflect what is currently being featured on high-fashion runways and in high-fashion magazines.” This means that each design will have a limited amount of pieces (something I…

  • Alicia Shirt Dress

    The safari look is hot again this summer and this versatile piece from Swak Designs rocks the elephant but doesn’t empty the wallet. As a short pocketless trench dress it is cute and can pass for casual business wear once the temperature rises. It is short enough to open it up and add a cami…

  • Cool-Jams Giveaway

    This month’s giveaway at Five Favorite Things is sponsored by Cool-Jams the makers of moisture wicking sleepwear. Last week I posted a review of one of the plus size versions — the Kristi night shirt. Cool-Jams is offering the winner a choice of one of their night shirts or pyjamas in their size. Prize Details:…

  • First Prompt

    You will soon see that one of my favorite prompts is giving you a group of words to work with. For todays prompt take the following ten words and start writing incorporating the words in as you go along: oddity Maria belt granular artificial wreak credibility Set your timer and for the next 10 –…

  • Promo Friday

    A sale or two to get you through the weekend: Ulla Popken is offering 10% off your order Coupon code: UPLS091 Expires: September 1, 2009 Visit Ulla Popken for plus size clothing Lauren Silva is offering free shipping for orders $75 or more Coupon code: FrSh75 Expires: June 30, 2009 Visit Lauren Silva LilyEcolo is…

  • "Tee-licious" at Avenue

    I wasn’t going to do another tee related post this week but these new tees from plus size clothing retailer Avenue are so cute and so, well… retro. And since retro is still “rad” I had to mention them. They are all pretty much similar in style with slightly different graphics. Some are short sleeve…