Patricia Nash has had her designs on Evine.com, Hsn.com and now will be on the sister channel QVC.com. Her designs are unique and timeless. The Pisticci bag gives the 60s and 70s vibes. This bag reminds me so much of my mother’s bag. The Pisticci bag has additional features that include a lining, inner pockets, and it can convert to a crossbody as you see in the photo below. I purchased the bag at Lord and Taylor with a great one day sale. However, the bag retails for $399.99.
What does Pisticci mean? Pisticci (Metapontino: Pestìzze; Latin: Pesticium) is a town comune in the province of Matera, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. It’s the fourth town of the region for citizen and the most populated of the province after Matera. It is known for being the production site of Amaro Lucano, one of the most famous Italian liqueurs. (Wikipedia)
Pisticci through the arm
PIsticci Shoulder bag through the arm is perfect if you are wanting to showcase the bag in all its beauty.
The 1970s are in now?
Yes, the 1970s are in now but you have to understand that it’s more of an inspiration. For example, the bell bottom jeans you wore in the 70s may have no stretch and may be as stiff as a board. The bell bottom jeans now will be more inspired with new technology may have more stretch for comfort and may have a more 2019 construction. Inspiration is the key here but if those jeans you have from the 1970s feel great then wear them.
Why no picture of my mother’s bag?
My mother’s bag, unfortunately, was falling apart and couldn’t be repaired. It was such a good feeling inside when I saw this bag it took the inspiration of my mother’s bag to another level.
What vintage-inspired pieces do you have in your wardrobe?
No matter what continent you live on, rodents can be a pest, and it is always advisable to try and keep them out of your home to prevent an infestation from occurring, which can happen quickly. However, there are some telltale signs that you can look for which are warning signs that you may have a rodent problem in your home, and you can read what they are below.
You See A Mouse
If you see one mouse, you can guarantee that there are more of them, and at the rate that they breed, you could soon have an infestation on your hands. You may also find a dead mouse and if you do you will need to seek an effective electronic rodent control system to try and drive the rodents from your home by using a device which creates an electromagnetic field.
You Hear The Mice
Just as with seeing a mouse, if you hear one, there is going to be more of them so you should take action at the first warning signs. If you hear scratching or scurrying sounds, then these are a good indication that you have rodents in your home of one sort or another.
You Find Droppings Another tell-tale sign that you have rodents in your home is that you find droppings around the house or even find where the mice have urinated. As well as droppings and urine you may also notice a musky smell, which is a warning sign that you have rodents in the building so you will need to address it before it becomes a real problem.
Gnaw Marks On Packaged Food
You may also notice that there are boxes of food which have been gnawed open, which is again another sign that rodents have gotten into your home and are running amuck. You may also find that they chew wood and electrical wiring, so they can potentially be very destructive as well as a pain in your life. If you see any of the above signs, then you will need to take immediate action before the problem gets out of hand.
What You Can Do About It
With just a little Internet research, you get to learn about tips on how to spot and get rid of pests. Among those tips is the use of an electromagnetic device you can plug into your home. It uses the wiring of the house to create an electromagnetic field which will drive the rodents away. Once they have gone, you will need to find where they entered your home and block the openings up. Do not leave any food out and keep rubbish in secure plastic bins to prevent them from going through it. Once you have blocked all of the entry points to your home and you have the electric devices plugged in, you will not only have blocked them from entering the building, but the magnetic fields will also help to keep them away. These devices are harmless to children, cats, and dogs, so are perfectly safe to use in the home.
For more information about rodent problems and how to deter them from coming back to your home, you can also read the articles you can find through a Google search which will prove useful in helping you get rid of those pesky pests.
I pray that you are having an awesome and blessed day. We are now into the second week of spring and the Easter season is upon us. As a Christian, Easter is the most important time of my faith. My hubby reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for His people at the cross. It is important that we have reminders of our faith and what it means to be a Christian. For us, one of those reminders is the new movie from Revelation Media, The Pilgrim’s Progress.
A scene from The Pilgrim’s Progress.
Christian is the movie’s main character. He discovers the Good News of Jesus Christ and the movie follows his journey through life. Here is a short clip of the movie to spark your interest.
In conjunction with the upcoming release of the movie, we offered a giveaway for our readers a chance to win one of three interactive digital storybooks. The storybook follows the movie’s storyline, but in book format. And, the winners of the storybooks are
* Gina F. *
* Stephanie H. *
* Dana M. *
Congratulations! You will each receive a copy of the storybook. Yeah!!
We will be in contact with you soon about getting your prize to you.
My hubby and I had an opportunity to view the movie prior to its release and we will be writing a full review next week. With our review, we will be offering a chance to win tickets to the see movie when it is at theaters on April 18 and 20. Check HERE for a theater in your area where the movie will be shown and to buy tickets for yourself.
It’s spring and it’s time to tidy up and do some cleaning. Isn’t it funny how when spring comes you see the dust and the work that needs to be done, outside as well. One good thing about the warmer burst during the winter is that my hubby and I were able to get outside and tidy up a bit, so there is not so much to do now.
Everyone has been buzzing about Marie Kondo and her, Tidying Up series on Netflix. If you haven’t seen it check out the trailer below.
Marie Kondo published a book titled, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing in 2014 and has been an instant best seller with over 14,000 reviews on Amazon.
The Marie Kondo Method is going from room to room, organizing what you do want that makes you happy and what doesn’t make you happy. If a piece of clothing or another item in your house does not make you happy, you need to thank that item for serving you and put it in a separate pile. In the Tidying Up episodes, it works for each family but it is not an instant organization overnight. The cleansing process can take more than a month and she doesn’t force people to throw things away.
I must admit I have been rolling my socks, tights, pajamas for a while now, even before I knew about the Marie Kondo method. The one thing that I didn’t do that I picked up from the series is that after you fold, stand your socks, tights, sweaters, etc. upright so you can see what you have in your chest-of-drawers. And put items in plastic crates so you can see what is in them. What you don’t see you will not go back to. I thought it was interesting that when she would go into a home she would want to greet it first by kneeling on the floor and closing her eyes. She really wants to create a surrounding of peace because organizing a whole house can be quite overwhelming.
Why do I organize?
I organize because I live in a small house, and to be honest with you, too much clutter looks really bad and not good for the mind. An organized house no matter the size creates a peaceful surrounding. And I can design the room spaces of my house better because a lot of stuff is not in the way. I find it overwhelming to do a whole house at one time so I go room by room and that is also what Marie Kondo does in her show.
My mother would always tell me that if I didn’t keep my things in the proper place and organized than I wasn’t thankful for what I have. I have always remembered her saying that and I think that’s my push not to have clutter because it feels like chaos to me.
If you don’t know where to start with organizing a space or your chest-of-drawers I think it would be good for you to watch the Tidying Up series with Marie Kondo on Netflix.
I find that the key with organization is to stick with it. Meaning if your socks get out of place put them back in place and so on. If you do this for at least 15 days the process will start to become a habit.
Please let me know how de-cluttering works for you.
The first day of spring is today and I can already hear the birds chirping in the morning and I see the squirrels running around in the yard.
I have already started seeing advertisements for Easter and bunny decorations in all sizes. While seeing those ad I thought in the back on my mind what does the Resurrection mean to me? I know that Jesus died on the cross for my sins, I know that He did it just for me. But am I really seeking him?
My hubby and I had the opportunity to screen the new movie The Pilgrim’s Progress. We will have a complete review of the movie closer to Easter when the movie opens.
You will have only two opportunities to watch the movie in the theater. THURSDAY, APRIL 18TH 7:00 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH 12:55 PM
GIVEAWAY
In partnership with LEV3L Digital, Bubbling with Elegance and Grace is offering a giveaway to coincide with the upcoming release of the movie. Three awesome people will win a copy of the digital interactive storybook that accompanies the movie (a $20 retail value). To be one of those three people, leave a comment below.
The Interactive Digital Storybook
The movie is based on one of the best-selling books of all time. Written in 1678 by John Bunyan, The Pilgrim’s Progress is a timeless story that can give our children the courage to stay on the straight path in a culture that often stands against them. Watch and share the trailer. Make plans to take your family to see The Pilgrim’s Progress Easter 2019! An epic tale of a pilgrim and his burden. Journey with Christian as he travels from the city of Destruction to the Celestial City.
Find your theater and get tickets HERE!!
The giveaway runs now until Saturday, March 23 at 11:59 PM (CT).
For your chance to win a copy of the companion digital storybook, simply leave a comment below about the movie.
FTC Disclaimer:
For hosting this giveaway with LEV3L Digital, Bubbling With Elegance And Grace will also receive its own copy of the interactive digital storybook. No financial compensation was received and all opinions of the movie are our own.
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Bubbling with Elegance and Grace started out as an outlet for my passion for fashion but has evolved into a place for me to teach, collaborate, and inspire. My hubby has since joined the team and we have been digital creators for 13 years. We are thankful for those who believed in us from the beginning and those who have just started riding with us on this lovely journey.
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