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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 42

23 Tuesday Feb 2016

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ringin’ belles this week…

  
Ever wonder what’s on the other side of the ocean from you?  Here you go !

  
Ok, wine belles…lets have a giggle…

  
Time to edit…some things to throw away…

  
These two belles are always running late….here are some great tips to help us get to where we are going in a timely fashion…this is one of the reasons we are always late …

  
A fun little dialect map

   
A fun take on guacamole and chips that we’d like to give a whirl.

  
And with the leftover pomegranate seeds, we want to toast to belles everywhere with this!

those belles are ringin’

a&a

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a belle perk…nothing like a purchase to get y’all through the week…

22 Monday Feb 2016

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 We started the saying a few years ago with some of our belle friends that there’s nothing like a coffee and a purchase when you need a perk. So we decided  we’d share our perks with you. Some may be small, others larger, but a perk is a perk is a perk.

This week, we have to tell you about a perk that will change your life! We received it in a gift with purchase type deal some time ago. It took some time before we read about the Magic Mitt by Jane Iredale. Well we are here to tell you we we a tad dubious when it claimed to wash away ALL your makeup with warm water alone. Including Waterproof!! Shut the front door! No way Jose! 

So we tested it. And it works! Brilliantly as a matter of fact. We do use a cleanser of our own, which we love, but doesn’t get all the makeup off by any stretch. This Mitt should be called a miracle!  We have used it religiously since opening it. 

And the extra benefit…which we really were doubtful about given the condition of our washcloths….is that you clean it by using your hand soap and some water after washing your face, and, voila, every single bit but makeup comes off that Mitt rendering it absolutely pristine. Amazing!

 
Please do yourself a favor, and your daughters, sisters, mothers, friends…this perk deserves sharing. You can order it right here at Amazon. Thank you Jane Iredale, you are one hell of a belle.

We have fallen so in love with it that when we left it at a friend’s mountain house recently, we couldn’t wait for its return and had to get another stat!!

Best purchase perk of late.

a&a

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belles chime in…’cause that’s what belles do

18 Thursday Feb 2016

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We just love picking up new tips-n-tricks from our belle friends. The way we see it…how can one possibly enjoy something without sharing that joy?!  Here are a few of the latest…

Bouillon du jour… Our very good belle friend  Marcia who happens to be excellent in zee kitchen says this is the only bouillon to purchase…and we heartily agree!

  

Thelma chicken boullion . Available at Amazon

We had the pleasure of supping with some dear friends the other night . The master of the house , who also knows his way around a kitchen and even more so around a grill, waxed poetic over this Knife sharpener. It is compact , easy to use and fits easily in your drawer. If the master of wings gives it a thumbs up then it should be a staple in every household. By the way it will work on your Cutco knives so you don’t have to send them back and forth for sharpening!  Thank you, Michael …you are def man enough to be a belle contributor! 

  

Rachael Ray knife sharpener. Get it at Amazon

Champagne is always on our list and over the holidays, Marcia shared a new label to us that her local wine merchant had suggested. The taste test was a bubbly taste thrill, and we have already purchased for our own larders .

  
Find it at your local wine store or from K&LWines. 

Now that you’ve cooked, sharpened and toasted, we think it’s high time for a little laid back time. While we are sure you have already buzzed through The Making of a Murderer (addicting, and we’d love to hear your thoughts by the by) you probably need a new obsession. Our savvy friend gave us the perfect solution :  

 

Rectify. A Sundance TV series. Be prepared to hunker down. Let us know what you think 

Chime away, belles!

a&a

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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 41

16 Tuesday Feb 2016

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IMG_3687-0Ringin’ belles this week…

Want to feel happy? Check this out!

Want to laugh? Then click Here…

For another giggle…a Petit Film of French belles vs. American belles… Two minutes of guffaws…

Dying to make this salad…if you don’t have the Bar Tartine cookbook…may we suggest you get it here

Flats are all the rage this season but they can be just as dangerous as heels!  Who knew?!?!

Okay belles…y’all know you want one of these !!! Maybe you can get your gent to fashion you one????

Let’s end today with a little fashion wit shall we?
Keep smilin’ y’all!!

a&a

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bubbled over for these belle ringers…round 40 (a special valentines version)

09 Tuesday Feb 2016

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How to saber a bottle of champagne…get a saber here, here and here

A few tidbits you probs didn’t know about champagne 

This is really what happens when you pop that cork!

Here’s how not to make a mistake with that champagne.

A special champagne cocktail, or a French 75 , even a Champagne mojito may be in order

How to keep that champs bubbly…works like a charm…or you could buy one of these little stoppers

The health benefits of champagne 

Should you perchance have any leftover champagne, here are a few ways to use it up. 

Or maybe try it in these tasty recipes…

Most importantly…enjoy and have a very bubble Valentine’s Day!

a&a

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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 39

02 Tuesday Feb 2016

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The week’s belle-ringers…’cause there’s always somethin’…

For traveling belles…some fun facts about the TSA

Who knew you could do this with your sheet pans??? Maybe we need to stock up on them here

How to overcome these five cooking fears…time for us to get a pressure cooker !! 

Belles are a lot of things but we are never quitters

How to be a better drinker

These tips should help you with above.

Just in case you had a moment of weakness

Because belles always have the last word

’nuff said

a&a

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gifts for your valentine…belle-style

29 Friday Jan 2016

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Okay, belles…February is almost here. Time to show some love❤️!  We’ve curated a list of goodies for all of the Valentines in your life. (A little planning ahead keeps a belle calm). Check ’em out…

We love this beautiful necklace…

  
From Lulu Frost

Or these pinch bowls…. 

 
From Food52

A box of chocolates is always a good idea… 

 
From Godiva

And for the boy in your life…wake him up with this…

  
From Zazzle

And doesn’t everyone deserve a kiss goodnight? Sweet dreams are sure to be had in this Nightshirt 

 
From Cosabella

Any belle with a decorative spirit would love this addition …

 
From Furbish studio

How about a Toast to your favorite couple? 

  
From Furbish studio

This would be a good way to cozy up with your loved one …

  
From Joss and Main
And for the one who needs a little extra tender loving care, The Princess

  
From One Kings Lane

And of course don’t we always want the scent of love in the air?? 

  
From One Kings Lane

Click, click…purchase, purchase…hugs-n-kisses all around come Valentine’s Day!  Get busy, belles!

a&a

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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 38

26 Tuesday Jan 2016

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BaubleBar, Cosabella, cosmetics, Crane, dolce vita, fashion, flash sale, Food52, Hautelook, Jeans, Joe's Jeans, Michael Stars, Nars, Sachin and Babi, shoes, stationary, swimsuits, Vix swimwear

  
It’s the new year, so belles need a new…

Swimsuit

Bra

Charm bracelet

Box of stationary

Pair of jeans

Fresh tee shirt

Spring palette of makeup

Pair of kicks

Flash sale

Dress

Belles ringin’ all over!!!

a&a

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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 37

19 Tuesday Jan 2016

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IMG_3687-0The latest batch of belle-ringers…

Packing secrets for the belle-on-the-go. Belles don’t leave home without this!!

A few clever travel hacks to combat jet lag.

Our absolute favorite suitcase! It really is the lightest ever!! Get it here. Empty you can lift it with your pinkie finger! 

The best hot chocolate recipes! How to up your hot chocolate game

Every belle household should have a handy toolkit. Here’s how to put together the perfect starter kit ! 

Now that’s a wrap….oops, almost forgot about Happy Hour ! 

a&a

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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 37

12 Tuesday Jan 2016

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Take this style quiz to see if the big apple is the place for you

And speaking of style…step it up in 2016

Matte nails are still über-chic

Tackle that dry winter skin like a pro

Although the holidays are over, these festive cocktails are still ringin’ belles

Lentils are super-versatile for these cold, dark winter days

Humans are unique…and can save lives. Powerful!

Ring-a-ling!

a&a

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