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Jewellery Design by Frash Femme: Creativity, Commerce & A Cubicle Escape Fantasy…

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

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Local jewellery designer Isobel Walker-Khoury sent this girlaboutOtown word of her lovely work the other day, and pointed me in the direction of  her company Frash Femme.   Working with freshwater pearls, semi-precious gems, foiled glass, Swarovski crystals, and sterling silver among other things, this local entrepreneur has been hand-crafting and selling one-of-a-kind pieces for over 5 [...]

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Blogging Ottawa: Seasons Greetings!

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

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Its been awhile since my last roundup of Ottawa blogger news, but now seems as good a time as any.  Here are the latest and greatest updates for this holiday season… The experts at Westboro’s “premiere treat boutique” The Candy Store have been providing readers of their blog a real education in the world of fancy [...]

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Ottawa’s Design Guys Add Style to Somerset West

Sunday, November 9, 2008

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Apparently, there’s a new design destination to  discover right here in Otown.  I noticed  the sleek looking Crawford Alexander Designer Boutique last weekend while out seeking cupcake bliss – but decided to drive on by.  Ironically, I arrived home soon after only to find a  press release in my inbox, and knew immediately I should [...]

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Ottawa Cupcake Update

Sunday, October 26, 2008

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Until now, Ottawa has been devoid of a place to indulge in cupcake decadence – but times may be changing.  Online baking entrepreneurs Julie and Elizabeth of The Ottawa Cupcakery have dropped me a line to share in their latest news.  It seems these two smart cookies have stirred up a sweet deal with Diane, owner of the [...]

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Must Stop Shop – Rhubarb Home

Monday, September 15, 2008

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While out and about last weekend, I stopped into Rhubarb Home, one of my favourite local home furnishings and accessories shops.  Preferred by local designers and decorators, along with its popular sister stores Blueprint and Relish, Rhubarb is a really comfortable, unpretentious place to shop.  Always friendly and helpful, the staff here knows their stuff, and can help you find what [...]

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The Shoe File – Vintage Shoe Shopping Party at Victoire!

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

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I am obsessed with boots.  Especially tall ones that go right to the knee, in rich saddle brown leather with a thick, high heel.  It’s been two years since I began my search for the perfect pair, and I vow not to rest until I’ve found them.  When I do, I promise to love them forever and [...]

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