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The martini has been around for a long time, but in the last couple years a new generation has breathed fresh life into the martini and many other retro-cocktails.
While no one knows the exact origin of the martini, it has definitely made a come back. The chocolate martini and other great flavors have made this drink hip all over again. There are so many things that you can do with this versatile drink that it really comes as no surprise to those that already love martinis that they are once again very popular.
Today you can go to just about any bar or restaurant and have a whole host of martini flavors to choose from. It’s important to remember though that the taste of the martini will depend in large part upon the alcohol that is used in the drink. It seems as though anything goes, but many consider a true martini one that is made with gin and perhaps a wave of a vermouth bott.e. Today vodka is also offered. Many have said that there really is not much difference anymore between a martini, a cosmo, or a simple cocktail. The bottom line is that if it is in a martini glass chances are it can be called a martini!
It doesn’t matter what flavor you like, you can create or purchase a martini in that flavor. Today some of the common flavors are chocolate, green apple, orange, dirty, clean, and just about every other fruity concoction that you can think of. With all of the great flavors to choose from, even if you are new to the martini, you will likely find something that you love to whet your whiste!
If you don’t happen to like the gin varieties you may want to try some of the vodka varieties as they each offer something very unique. A martini bar is where many people experience their first martini. Many clubs offer martini bars where patrons can indulge in their favorite flavors or try a variety of flavors. This can be a great way to make a bachelor or bachelorette party truly special and tasty, too!
Many have considered the martini a woman’s drink in the past, but many men enjoy the variety of tastes that are available through this very diverse drink. Whether you are having drinks with the girls over dinner or having friends over to your home for a get together, the martini is the perfect drink. Experiment with a variety of flavors and alcohol to get the perfect mix for you. When it comes to the martini everything goes these days, so take advantage and enjoy creating drinks that you really love and love to share with others!
For beautiful Romanian hand blown martini glasses, visit our website www.homedecorbylulu.com.
To apply Feng Shui to your love life, you must first locate or even create that romance area of your home.
The key when focusing on love and marriage is to do every thing in pairs. Another important aspect is the use of the appropriate color. The color most associated with love is the color red. A perfect way to set ambience is to burn a pair of red candles, which can set the mood with that special loved one in your life. The flame from the candles will help to ignite that romance in your life and help create a happier more passionate atmosphere.
Find a beautiful piece of artwork that shows a loving couple in that perfect romantic fantasy get away. Hang that piece of art work to inspire you and your lover. In utilizing Feng Shui, it is very important to focus any and all intention. Add the color red in fun ways by using throw pillows or in an area rug. Anything red, or in the red family will help create a romantic atmosphere.
FAIRYLAND
(Maud Keary)
A Fairy’s house stands in a wood,
Midst fairy trees and flowers,
Where daisies sing like little birds
Between the sun and showers,
And grasses whisper tiny things
About this world of ours.
Such flowers are there beside the way,
Lilies and hollyhocks:
Blow off their stalks to tell the time
Tall dandelion clocks;
While pansies ring an hourly chime
Like a wound music-box.
Some day shall we two try to find
This strange enchanted place?
Go hand in hand through flower-lit woods
Where living trees embrace –
And suddenly, as in a dream,
Behold a fairy’s face!
We are excited to introduce new additions to our pewter fairy collection. Just like the others, these also feature real butterfly wings.
The desire to incorporate basic elements of nature into interior design is still very prevalent.
Being inspired by nature doesn’t mean that you have to choose neutral tones when it comes to decorating your home.
Get inspired by exotic birds or a tropical forest and add bright tones to highlight a sofa with these modern decorative pillows. Asian-inspired mango accent pieces such as mango wood vases are beautiful and will create a focus point in any corner of your room. Use tall vases to emphasize high ceilings.
Create a cozy corner with a small table that holds bottles of wine and hand painted wine glasses or martini glasses.
Add an exotic touch to your living room with a zebra print either in your decorative throws, pillows or area rugs.
For more ideas, check out our collection of tea light holders that come in lotus, daffodils and rose shapes.
Throws are the perfect thing to cozy up with when you are feeling a little chilly. Just wrap yourself in a 100% cotton throw or mohair throw and curl up with a good book, a favorite movie, cup of tea or a glass of wine.
Throws can also be used as a finishing touch to a room. Over a sofa or across the back of a chair it will make a great accent to your decor.
At homedecorbylulu.com we carry a variety of unique throws in different colors and textures.
The added bonus of decorating with throws is that you can change your throws with the seasons, choosing strong colors and textures for winter, and light bright ones for the warmer days of summer.
They make excellent gifts for any occasion and especially for the hard to buy person in your life.
Sometimes we are just looking for that perfect small dish to throw in a few mints, candies, or cookies before your guests arrive.
This hand blown glass dish is a part of Fantezia Collection and is absolutely gorgeous.
Looking for that special accent to make your party decorations complete? Need a great housewarming or holiday gift for family and friends? Then you will love these hand blown martini glasses from the Fantezia Collection. Each piece in this collection is hand blown and hand painted so no two pieces are alike. These martini glasses are an exquisite addition to any table setting. To maintain the integrity of the piece, we do recommend hand washing. Each piece or the entire collection would make an elegant gift any time of year.
After a long cold winter, the spring is an amazing time when everything comes to life. The first flowers of spring and the songs of the returning birds are welcome for the spirit. I love this season, is the season when I was born. My favorite flowers are tulips and freesias.
But nothing reminds me of spring like this beautiful hand blown and hand painted glass vase from the Fantezia Collection.
The Fantezia Collection is a line of mouth blown and hand decorated glass, produced in the European country of Romania. Each piece is created one at a time in several stages, therefore no two are alike. Not only is the creative process time consuming, it is also demanding. Each glass is a piece of art created by a worker best described as an artisan.
This unique collection contains a wide variety of pieces to meet your decorating and entertainment needs. It has been our most popular line over the years.
Like the chameleon, the colors of this line change and adapt to any home decor theme making this line very unique. This hand blown art glass rose bowl is a real beauty that would make a unique gift for your love ones. It could also be use as a tea light holder. This vase will hold dozens of blooms from your garden.
Some of us are more romantic then others. Personally, I’ve always liked a gift that reminds me of a special time in my life or our lives, something that we have joyfully shared. That is why this beautiful unique paper cut wall art by Tina Tarnoff brings tears to my eyes. Invoke that emotion in your life or in that of the special person in your life who loves art and would appreciate this exquisite piece of art. If you think that this art work would remind her or him of a romantic time together from your past, either your first kiss in the park or by the river, then you should have no doubt and just go for it. Happy Valentines Day!