SIR JACK'S

Sir Jack's is a fabulous shop that is designed to outfit the modern gentleman for all worthwhile pursuits.

{images via Sir Jack's}

DIY TEA

How fun are these DIY Tea Kits from Cook Outside the Box?   The kits come with recipes so you can learn to make your favorite tea or you can get creative and make your own custom blend.

{photos via Cook Outside the Box}

HAPPY BASTILLE DAY

Pierre Herme Macarons (58 EUR); French Flag Throw Pillow ($129); Francophile Dinner Plate (£24); Basque Beret ($55); French Sole Flats (£77); Tote Bag ($39.50); Mastering the Art of French Cooking ($40); Ruffle Bikini ($165); N°5 Chanel Parfum ($95); Le Creuset (£115); Baguette; Merde Pillow ($89)

SUMMER IS HERE

Happy first day of summer everyone...

Frill Chelsea Bikini ($220); The Endless Summer ($29.95); Orange Havaianas ($18); Beach Hat ($50); Original Wayfarers ($159); Camera ($105); OPI Nail Polish ($8.99); Roadster Sport Bike ($555); People's Pops ($3.50)

FATHER'S DAY 2010

Father's Day is exactly one month from today, June 20th.  I've started to roundup some gift ideas, all for under $100...

Clam Shell Alarm Clock ($30); Cognac Glasses ($61 for 2); Customizable Brass Lighter ($30); Glass Necessity Tray ($65); Map Thermos ($29.95); Mens Shaving Kit (£35); Rollerball Pen ($100); My Dad: His Stories. His Words ($9.95); Moustaches Mug ($12.95)

HYDRATE IN STYLE

Pretty N Preppy makes getting hydrated fashionable.

{photos: PrettyNPreppy}

A COLORFUL KITCHEN

I love color in the kitchen.  Check out these wild colors over at Huset...

{photos: Huset}

VANILLA SALT

I saw this post over at Not Without Salt, and wanted to share it with you before Mother's Day arrived.  A lovely gift or housewarming present, Vanilla Salt is easy to make and looks so pretty when packaged.  For the simple recipe and ideas of how to use it, click here.

{photos: Not Without Salt}

PRETTY LITTLE APRONS

Here are some adorable aprons I've recently come across...

Amelia Apron ($29.95); Clarissa Apron ($12.95); Gia Apron ($43); Stockholm Floral Apron ($28); Suzani Apron ($35); Spring Mix Apron ($38); All-Hands-On-Deck Apron ($32); Skull Apron ($38.95); White and Orange Damask Apron ($32.95); Pink Convertible Marilyn Apron ($32.95); Fashionista Half Apron ($18.95)

MOTHER'S DAY 2010 GIFT GUIDE

It's never to early to start thinking about mom (Mother's Day in the US is May 9th), so I've put together a little gift guide to help with ideas this year... 

Duck Measuring Cups (£24);  Monogramed Bag ($88-$148); Gardening Tool Set ($38); Heart Sachets ($30); Lucite Monogramed Tray ($100); Personalized Illustrated Notes and Cards ($130 and up); Cupcake Oven Mit ($11.95); Monogramed Paperweight ($42-$68); Cuisinart 7-Speed Hand Mixer ($49.95); Address File ($65); Wild Rose Soap ($10); Cosmetic Bag ($35); 4-Some Bud Vase ($9.95)