Turn your favorite T-shirt into a Totebag.

Posted on March 26, 2009

April Event at The Kids Are Alright: Celebrate Earth Day all Month at The Kids…

Make & Take Workshop

T-Shirt=Tote Bag

Bring with you an old T-Shirt and the desire to learn and create. We will help you make a cute Tote Bag with designer Kim Kessler!

Cost $25. If you don’t bring in a tee we will provide one for an additional $5.

Perfect workshop for all ages.
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The Kids are Alright
Street: 3405 E. Broadway
City/Town: Long Beach, CA

Do you have a favorite T-shirt-preferably used with maybe a stain or a tear that you just can’t throw away, but you can’t wear it either? Well that is your blank canvas for this workshop. You can cut it, sew it, twist it, and turn it. You can deconstruct it, you can reconstruct it. Recycle it, resuscitate it, refashion it, and re-invent it.

It is the perfect place to start, and Kim Kessler can help you create that perfect bag. It will be something chic and unique (and cheap) and your old Tee will continue to be with you to fulfill many new adventures.

The project requires minimum sewing.

 

Sip & Shop on Broadway

Posted on February 4, 2009

SIP & SHOP ON BROADWAY
(Between Loma & Paloma)

Thursday, February 5th
6pm-9pm
Check out our 1st workshop with amazing jewelry designer, Wendi Grant. She will be leading a “Make & Take” Feather Accessory Workshop. Fee including materials is only $25! All clothing and jewelry will be 20% Off!

TheOufit will also be hosting a Mini Beauty Bar with Christy Funk from Belly Sprout and 15% off all regular priced items!

Join us for
sweets, drinks, specials, workshops and beauty!!

BABCOCK AND COOKE - Gifts & cards for that special person
DDR PROJECTS - Give the gift of Art
SASHA’S-LIVING WITH STYLE - Gifts for the Home & Gifts for Her
SOMATIC - Piercing, Jewelry & Beauty
SPA SIDNEY - Everyone loves to be pampered
SHORE BOOKS - Time to read a new book
THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT - “Make & Take” Cute Feather Accessories with Jewelry Designer Wendi Grant
THE OUTFIT - Mini Beauty Bar with Christy Funk from Belly Sprout
The Kids Are Alright
&
TheOutfit
3405 E. Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562)433-5890

www.TheKidsAreAlright-Shop.com
www.theoutfitkids.com

 

Ignite a Young Girls Confidence Through Simple Life Lessons

Posted on January 13, 2009

Ignite a Young Girls Confidence Through Simple Life Lessons

What makes your heart beat fast? What makes your fingers tingle with excitement?

Don’t let it stay inside…attempt your passions and goals today!

Are you a girl who loves to learn new things and have fun in the process? Do you dream of making a difference but don’t know where to start? If you answered yes to both questions, then join Megan as she discovers a hidden talent for baking that teaches her more than she could ever imagine! with new discoveries and lighthearted fun around every corner, you’re sure to enjoy Megan Hearts Baking, the first book in the Megan Hearts Series.

http://www.meganhearts.com/index.html

 

Diamond Buyer’s Guide

Posted on January 8, 2009

What to Spend
Diamond Buyer’s Guide

Buying a diamond means investing in a piece of forever. A true miracle of nature dating from the beginning of time, each diamond purchase is special.

Every individual buying a diamond seeks out the best they can afford. Nature’s variety means that you will always find a diamond to suit your taste, budget and occasion. If you’re about to buy a diamond engagement ring, you may want to consider the often-quoted guideline of spending one to two month’s salary.

You can rest assured that the diamond you buy will be a sound financial investment. Their rare qualities have been sought after for thousands of years. Their desirability and value remain undiminished today and will continue through the years to come.

But, whatever you spend, your diamond will represent one of life’s deepest emotional investments. It may eventually be passed down for generations, cherished not just for what it is worth, but for what it means.

How to buy a Diamond
Many people are confused about how diamonds are priced. The best explanation is that asking for the price of a diamond is like asking for the price of a house. A real estate agent can’t quote you a price for a house without knowing its size, condition, location, etc. This process is the same one used when buying a diamond. A diamond’s beauty, rarity, and price depend on the interplay of all the 4Cs—cut, clarity, carat, and color.

The 4Cs are used throughout the world to classify the rarity of diamonds. Diamonds with the combination of the highest 4C ratings are more rare and, consequently, more expensive. No one C is more important than another in terms of beauty and it is important to note that each of the 4Cs will not diminish in value over time.

Once you have established those 4C characteristics that are most important to you, a jeweler can then begin to show you various options with quoted prices.

THE DIAMOND QUALITY PYRAMID
A Tool to Help Understand a Diamond’s Value

The Diamond Quality Pyramid is a framework to help you compare diamonds. While all diamonds are precious, those closest to the top of the pyramid—possessing the best combination of cut, clarity, carat weight and color—are the earth’s rarest and most valuable.

Diamond Quality Pyramid

CARAT
Refers to the weight of a diamond.

Carat is often confused with size even though it is actually a measure of weight. One carat is equivalent to 200 milligrams. One carat can also be divided into 100 “points.” A .75 carat diamond is the same as a 75-points or 3/4 carat diamond.

A 1-carat diamond costs exactly twice the price of a half-carat diamond, right? Wrong. Since larger diamonds are found less frequently in nature, which places them at the rarest level of the Diamond Quality Pyramid, a 1-carat diamond will cost more than twice a 1/2-carat diamond (assuming color, clarity and cut remain constant).

Cut and mounting can make a diamond appear larger (or smaller) than its actual weight. So shop around and talk to your jeweler to find the right diamond and setting to optimize the beauty of your stone.

CLARITY
Refers to the presence of inclusions in a diamond.

Every diamond is unique. Nature ensures that each diamond is as individual as the person who wears it. Naturally-occurring features—know as inclusions—provide a special fingerprint within the stone. Inclusions are natural identifying characteristics such as minerals or fractures, appearing while diamonds are formed in the earth. They may look like tiny crystals, clouds or feathers.

To view inclusions, jewelers use a magnifying loupe. This tool allows jewelers to see a diamond at 10x its actual size so that inclusions are easier to see. The position of inclusions can affect the value of a diamond. There are very few flawless diamonds found in nature, thus these diamonds are much more valuable.

Inclusions are ranked on a scale of perfection, known as clarity, which was established by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). The clarity scale, ranging from F (Flawless) to Included (I), is based on the visibility of inclusions at a magnification of 10x.

Some inclusions can be hidden by a mounting, thus having little effect on the beauty of a diamond. An inclusion in the middle or top of a diamond could impact the dispersion of light, sometimes making the diamond less brilliant.

The greater a diamond’s clarity, the more brilliant, valuable and rare it is—and the higher it is on the Diamond Quality Pyramid.

COLOR
Refers to the degree to which a diamond is colorless.

Diamonds are found in almost every color of the rainbow, but white-colored diamonds remain most popular.

Diamonds are graded on a color scale established by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) which ranges from D (colorless) to Z. Warmer colored diamonds (K–Z) are particularly desirable when set in yellow gold. Icy winter whites (D–J) look stunning set in white gold or platinum.

Color differences are very subtle and it is very difficult to see the difference between, say, an E and an F. Therefore, colors are graded under controlled lighting conditions and are compared to a master set for accuracy.

Truly colorless stones, graded D, treasured for their rarity, are highest on the Diamond Quality Pyramid. Color, however, ultimately comes down to personal taste. Ask a jeweler to show you a variety of color grades next to one another to help you determine your color preference.

Nature has also created diamonds in intense shades of blue, green, yellow, orange, pink or – rarest of all – red. These diamonds are called ‘colored fancies’ and are extremely rare and highly treasured.

CUT
Refers to the angles and proportions of a diamond.

Nature determines so much about a diamond, but it takes a master cutter to reveal the stone’s true brilliance, fire and ultimate beauty.

Based on scientific formulas, a well-cut diamond will internally reflect light from one mirror-like facet to another and disperse and reflect it through the top of the stone. This results in a display of brilliance and fire, thereby placing well-cut diamonds higher on the Diamond Quality Pyramid than deep or shallow-cut diamonds. Diamonds that are cut too deep or too shallow lose or leak light through the side or bottom, resulting in less brilliance and ultimately, value.

Cut also refers to shape—round, square, pear, or heart for example. Since a round diamond is symmetrical and capable of reflecting nearly all the light that enters, it is the most brilliant of all diamond shapes and follows specific proportional guidelines. Ask a jeweler to find out more about these guidelines.

Non-round shapes, also known as “fancy shapes,” will have their own guidelines to be considered well-cut.

What to Spend
Diamond Buyer’s Guide

Buying a diamond means investing in a piece of forever. A true miracle of nature dating from the beginning of time, each diamond purchase is special.

Every individual buying a diamond seeks out the best they can afford. Nature’s variety means that you will always find a diamond to suit your taste, budget and occasion. If you’re about to buy a diamond engagement ring, you may want to consider the often-quoted guideline of spending one to two month’s salary.

You can rest assured that the diamond you buy will be a sound financial investment. Their rare qualities have been sought after for thousands of years. Their desirability and value remain undiminished today and will continue through the years to come.

But, whatever you spend, your diamond will represent one of life’s deepest emotional investments. It may eventually be passed down for generations, cherished not just for what it is worth, but for what it means.

Finding a Quality Jeweler
The 5th C: Confidence

A good jeweler is the first step to a smart diamond purchase. To find a jeweler you can trust, ask your family and friends for recommendations. We recommend Ben Rossi. Your jeweler should be knowledgeable about diamonds and help you feel comfortable making this important purchase.

If you are unaware of a jeweler in your area, it may be helpful to contact the Jewelers of America (800-223-0673) or the American Gem Society (800-341-6214) for a recommendation.

www.benrossi.com

 

Ageless Beauty Class 101

Posted on January 8, 2009

Ageless Beauty class 101
Posted January 3rd, 2009 by admin

Come join us and learn THE SECRETS TO STAYING YOUNG and
BEING BEAUTIFUL. The hustle, bustle and stress of your daily
lives can leave you exhausted! Why not take some time for you
to refresh, reduce stress and look young as ever.

Personally experience:

• Micro-cleansing
• Instant facelift
• Skin Care Treatment
• Learn the most significant breakthrough in anti-aging
• America’s newest Anti-Aging Spa Treatment that reduces
wrinkles in 10 minutes!!!
You don’t want to miss this!

Space is limited to only 10 guests so first come, first served
basis.

Location in LA. Please contact me for location info.
DATE: January 11th 2-6pm
310-951-2442

 

Block Party on Broadway Sept. 13th

Posted on September 5, 2008

Block Party on Broadway
Between Euclid & Temple

Saturday, Sept. 13th
11am - 8pm

Discover Who’s on Broadway
Walk, Shop and Help Our
Local Preschool

Businesses will be donating a portion of all sales to Belmont Hts. Church Preschool Scholarship Fund!!

The Kids Are Alright - Clothing & Gift Boutique
Babcock & Cooke - Gifts, Cards & More
Kiki Originals - Baby, Maternity, & Wedding
Somatic - Piercing, Jewelry & Beauty
Iguana - Folk Art, Furnishings & More

Spa Sidney - Beauty Spa & Salon

Polished - Nail & Skin Care
Two Bees - Antiques & Decorator Items

Sasha’s Living with Style -Interior Design Services, Furniture & Accessories
Consignment Corner - Buy, Sell & Consign
Shore Books - Books, Art & Furnishings

Join us for refreshment, treats, in store specials and more!!

kikioriginals.com

 

Dinner Party ideas for every budget.

Posted on September 3, 2008

We have six supercool dinner-party ideas suited for every budget — all of which are guaranteed to make your guests aghast at how clever and fun you are. So get inspired, dig through your favorite recipe sources, and make each of these nights of food and friends your own.

$: Southern Shindig
Nothing gets people’s mouths watering like down-home cooking — the main event at this party. Order takeout fried chicken and make all the fixings yourself, or fry up a batch of easier-to-cook chicken-fried steak. Make sure to have plenty of cold beer on hand too. And whatever you do, don’t forget the liquor.

Setup: Pull out your fine china and nicest table linens for a proper Southern supper. Put out a bouquet of fresh flowers, like hydrangeas or roses, and play scratchy recordings of Roy Orbison and Dizzy Gillespie. If it’s summer, turn off the AC, open the windows to let in the sounds of the crickets and birds, and pass out old-fashioned paper fans.

Food: Serve platters of chicken-fried steak, biscuits, and coleslaw; then offer pecan pie or blueberry cobbler with vanilla ice cream.

Signature drink: Mint julep iced tea.

$: Campout at Home
Who says you have to spend the night in the woods to chow down on roasted hot dogs and s’mores? Your friends will love the little-kid fun of a roaring fire and camp songs. Have everyone bring their sleeping bags, and don’t forget the flashlights.

Setup: Fire up the old barbecue grill. Or better yet, if you have a fire pit, get that going and let people sit around it, dipping in wieners and marshmallows. Put candles in a dozen or so Mason jars. And, since you aren’t actually in the woods, bring the TV outside and show some favorite old-school movies. Play truth-or-dare.

Food: Do you really need suggestions? Hot dogs, skewers of marinated chicken and vegetables, roasted corn, and s’mores (of course).

Signature drink: Lemonade cocktails, or “bug juice”-tinis.

$$: Asian Banquet
Treat your friends to an exotic evening with an affair inspired by the Far East. Turn down the lights, fill the room with delicate glowing candles and lanterns, and enjoy plates of sumptuous sushi made at home.

Setup: Clear out as many knickknacks as you can from the room in which you’ll be hosting, to create a more minimalist space. Hang Japanese paper lanterns, and place glowing tea lights all around. Set up pretty Asian fans, and wear a gorgeous silk jacket or a silk dress. Use only chopsticks for eating.

Food: California rolls are easier to make yourself than you may think. Teriyaki is a consistent crowd-pleaser, and sashimi and tempura are also fun to try. Put out a bowl of fortune cookies too, and make everyone read his or her fortune out loud.

Signature drink: Sake and hot tea.

$$: Spanish Express
Spaniards have the right idea: Prepare lots of small plates of bite-size morsels, tasty delectables for everyone to pass around and share. What better format for a party? Play Spanish music (flamenco! tango!), and let the lively Mediterranean vibe take over.

Setup: Get your guests into the party mood with vases of large festive tissue-paper flowers, and have Gipsy Kings’ songs fill the room. Cover the table in a bright cloth, and set out maracas for people to shake along with the music — in between sips of wine and mouthfuls of olives.

Food: Everyone eats Spanish-style with their fingers or with toothpicks — stuffed olives, empanadas, Spanish omelets, chorizo, garlic shrimp, cheese cubes, and meatballs in spicy tomato sauce.

Signature drink: Sangria.

$$$: Midyear Thanksgiving
If you’re as disgruntled as we are that turkey, gravy, stuffing, and pumpkin pie come around only once a year, then consider giving thanks a second time by having all of your friends over for a feast to end all others.

Setup: The holiday regular — you’ll want to use your nice table linens and maybe even your fanciest plates. A cornucopia centerpiece overflowing with grapes, apples, oranges, and pears will get the autumnal spirit stirring. Find fake fall leaves at a crafts store to scatter too.

Food: All the late-November favorites, like roast turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, buttered rolls, sweet potatoes with marshmallows, green beans (come on, you need something not drowning in fat and sugar), and pumpkin pie for dessert.

Signature drink: Hot spiced apple cider.

$$$: Gatsby Supper
One height of glamour came in the 1920s, when hemlines rose and cloche hats covered perfectly painted faces. Men wore wingtips and white ties with black suits, and everyone partied up a storm, thanks to Prohibition. Hosting a glamorous evening from a bygone era takes not much more than a trip to the grocery store and superfabulous outfits.

Setup: Pull out your porcelain dishes, linen napkins and tablecloth, and sterling for the table. Play George Gershwin and early Louis Armstrong in the background. Beforehand, go vintage-clothing shopping (online or at your favorite secondhand shop) for drop-waist dresses, long strings of pearls, cigarette holders, and black suits with white or black ties.

Food: Spinach dip, sirloin steak or fish fillets, creamy mashed potatoes, and roasted asparagus. Top it off with an old-fashioned three-layer chocolate cake.

Signature drink: Martinis, of course.

KiKi Originals
3403 E. Broadway (@Redondo)
Long Beach, CA 90803

online shopping now available @
www.kikioriginals.com

 

The Kids are Alright

Posted on August 20, 2008

 

SASH WITTE DESIGN END OF SEASON SALE!

Posted on August 15, 2008

 

The Kids are Alright Summer Sale

Posted on August 6, 2008

KiKi Originals
3403 E. Broadway (@Redondo)
Long Beach, CA 90803
562-856-7880

online shopping available
www.kikioriginals.com

 

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