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On Trend: Gourmet Marshmallows

Posted by Kevin Sharkey

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Marshmallows have been named one of the hottest food trends of 2012 and gourmet marshmallows are the specialty of the bakers at New York's bite-size dessert experts, Three Tarts Bakery & Boutique. As you may know, my affinity for all things sweet is no secret around the office, so Kelly Alfieri, Digital Editorial Director at Living brought some Three Tarts marshmallows in for me to try. The sweet little clouds come in unique flavors, such as vanilla, mango, raspberry, strawberry-basil, passion fruit and yuzu. And according to Maria D'Urso, one of the owners at Three Tarts, “Marshmallows are the new cupcakes.” I'm thinking about purchasing some marshmallows for my next party.

Posted on May 7, 2012 in Shopping | direct link to this entry |

The Sugar Diva Straws

Posted by Kevin Sharkey

I recently came across these straws from The Sugar Diva, a unique party goods company, and thought they were just too fun not to share!

Each of The Sugar Diva’s products is entirely handmade, and they’ve got such a great collection of party supplies, all with an old-fashioned, soda shop feel. These colorful straws, in particular, are sure to add a splash of vintage whimsy to your next party.

Check out their website and see for yourself what they have to offer!

Posted on March 12, 2012 in Color, Inspiration, Miscellaneous, Shopping | direct link to this entry |

L.L. Bean 100th Anniversary

Posted by Kevin Sharkey

This year L.L. Bean turns 100 years old. Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, the company began as a one room operation, selling a single product, the Maine Hunting Shoe, which it it still sells today. Here at MSLO, we have been fans of L.L. Bean products for a long time. Their products are rigorously tested and guaranteed to last. Plus, they ship for free. I thought it would be fun to highlight some of my favorites here and if you're in Maine, you must visit the retail store campus in Freeport.

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1 The shoe that started it all. This is an updated version of the original made in waxed canvas from L.L. Bean Signature.

2 I also love the Hunter's Tote Bag in black. It's so chic and would look great with a monochromatic monogram.

3 In honor of its 100th anniversary, L.L. Bean is offering select anniversary edition products. These snowshoes are great.

4 The anniversary edition canoe by Old Town is so beautiful. Only 10 of them are being made.

5 This Classic Swiss Army knife is made from reclaimed Swiss walnut for this 100th anniversary edition and features the anniversary logo.

Another great tool from L.L. Bean, the Leatherman Wave. It's a compact multitool. I know many of the stylists here at MSLO keep them in their tool kits. So handy.

6 Another great tool from L.L. Bean, the Leatherman Wave. It's a compact multitool. I know many of the stylists here at MSLO keep them in their tool kits. So handy.

7 The Rolla Roaster Hot Dog Forks are great for marshmallows too. They have a rotisserie knob for 360 degree browning.

8 Discovery Binoculars are compact and perfect for viewing nature.

The Trailblazer Walking Light is a super bright LED that illuminates your path at night. It also has a red blinking light on the back so that you're easily seen.

9 The Trailblazer Walking Light is a super bright LED that illuminates your path at night. It also has a red blinking light on the back so that you're easily seen.

10 This solar flashlight will provide 12 hours of light from an 8 hour charge and is waterproof to 80 feet.

11 The Solio Bolt Solar Charger will charge virtually any device that has a USB port and it looks really cool too.

12 Although the northeast winter has been mild this year, the snow castle/snowball maker set would be lots of fun with some snow.

13 The Slope Slider is an updated version of the classic saucer sled. The bright colors are great.

14 Bean's classic toboggan is fun for the whole family.

I love all kind of games. L.L. Bean offers the vintage board games of Backgammon, Checkers, Parcheesi and Chinese Checkers individually or as a set of four. They would make great hostess gifts.

15 I love all kind of games. L.L. Bean offers the vintage board games of Backgammon, Checkers, Parcheesi and Chinese Checkers individually or as a set of four. They would make great hostess gifts.

Another great gift idea. Hometown Puzzle is a custom made puzzle centered on any US Postal address. It's made with a real US Geological Survey map showing main roads, buildings, contour lines and vegetation.

16 Another great gift idea. Hometown Puzzle is a custom made puzzle centered on any US Postal address. It's made with a real US Geological Survey map showing main roads, buildings, contour lines and vegetation.