My name is Helena Weber and my little business is named Blondie Blu. I also have a blog by the name of blondie blu and co.  I just try to make pretty things (or at least things that I think are pretty) from vintage fabrics, linens, lace, buttons, etc. or from recycled goods.  I've been sewing for over 20 years, and used to make much of my own clothing back in my "other" life, when I worked in a law firm.  When I had my little girl, who was born very prematurely, her immune system was not very strong for the first 2 years, so I stayed home with her, which was wonderful.  I enjoyed spending that special and magical time with her.  I began sewing clothing for her, much of which was from vintage fabrics.  I just loved the beauty of these old fabrics that had such soul to them.  I began to sell custom children's clothing on line, and had such a wonderful and inspiring time doing so.  Eventually as she grew, I began to branch out into sewing other wares – bags, pillows, wall hangings, etc. and my little business grew into Blondie Blu.

I am most inspired by the amazing women in my family – my Mom and her two sisters.  They grew up during WWII and making due with what they had came very naturally to them.  They all sewed and made beautiful clothing, drapes, upholstery – anything and everything.  My Mom was especially thrifty and loved a good bargain.  She could truly make something from nothing!  As a little kid, I used to go with her to a little local antique/junk shop, where she would pick out different pieces of affordable furniture, take it home, strip it down and paint it or refinish it.  The home I grew up in always looked beautiful thanks to my Mom, her talent and creativity.  

I have a little niche carved out for me in my home – one half of our very large master bedroom.  There are skylights in the room and during the late morning and early afternoon, which is mostly when I work, the golden light bathes the room in a warm glow that is just the perfect atmosphere to feel creative in. I have 2 large desks set up with my sewing machine and serger, lets of shelves stacked with lace, doilies and buttons, and 2 large armoires filled to the brim with my vintage fabric treasures.  Heaven!!

I am a big fan of old movies – from the classics like "Casablanca" and "Gone With the Wind", to some lesser known ones like "Marty" with Ernest Borgnine (1955).  Some newer movies I love are "Julie and Julia" and "It's Complicated".  I don’t know what it is, but I could watch "It's Complicated" a dozen times and not get tired of it!  I love a lot of classic rock bands like Van Halen and Aerosmith, funk bands like Spyro Gyra, Tower of Power and Earth Wind and Fire.   I am a HUGE fan of anything Motown!!!  Give me some Motown on the radio while I'm doing housework or driving in the car, and I am a happy girl!  Some current musicians I love are Jack Black, Mumford and Sons and also Bruno Mars.

Ha ha – well let's see, I "collect" vintage fabric, or would that be more like "hoard"?  I also can never pass up a vintage Mary/Madonna vase if I see one at a thrift shop or estate sale.  Just love them, and I find them so touching.

Chief Abdul Jamal tomb, located on the island of Bulang Lintang is one of the Chief at the time of the kingdom of Riau-Linga. There is a mini museum depicting profile semansa his life and his heritage objects, and there are the tombs of his family as his wife Raja Maimunah. To go to the Tomb of Chief Abdul Jamal Bulang Lintang to the island by using train from Port Sagulung where if you want to get there must be reached by train from the Port Sagulung with mileage of approximately 20 minutes.

Nong Isa is one of the native island of Batam, where thanks to the hard work he was able to promote the area Nongsa in Batam inception. Nongsa known as a port visited by many traders before heading to Singapore and Peninsular Malaysia.

What former Vietnamese refugee legacy in Galang, where there are refugee camps, photographs, graves, vessels and objects as well as other historical relics. To achieve this Vietnamese Refugee Camp, can be reached by car or public bus charter, but only through this route 2x a day.

Regions Dampu waters around the island can be found a pretty good reef at a depth of 10-15 meters visibility in the water about 6-9 meters. Types of coral reefs are found in these waters include: Porites solid, Cyhindrica Porites, Acropora Mobillis, Merulona Amplianta etc., while the fish species found include: Gammon Adult, Pari Fish, Fish Keleawar. Atrakasi trersedia marine tourism is diving (scuba diving), snorkling, fishing, etc..

This tourist attraction has a tourist attraction panoramic beauty of the sea and the traditional Malay kampong that can be used as the characteristics of the coastal tourist village. The width of the beach when the tide is 20-40 meters 10-20 meters at low tide, the beach is relatively gentle and white sandy beaches. Long Beach reaches approximately 100-200 meters, waves were relatively small and, yet at the southern sea angina categorized huge waves. Places that provide marine tourism among other things swim, boat races layer, jet sky and parasailing. The potential tourist attraction is located between the harbor and the lake Pungkur Kabil Industrial Estate (Asia Port) which can be reached from Nagoya 45-60 Minutes, Port Nongsa Pura 20-30 minutes, 10-20 minutes Hang Nadim Airport.

Sights Melur Beach is now visited by many local tourists. What's a tourist attraction adjacent to Camp Vietnam tour the island and the bridge girder Tambusai lord. The condition is quite sloping beach of fine white sandy beaches with a width of 20-30 meters, while the length reaches approximately 100-200 meters. Is a popular tourist attraction nautical tourists, including swimming and sailing. Tourist sites can be reached from Nagoya via trans Berelang range 60-90 minutes.

Marina Coast region located in the Sekupang built with the concept of developing a seaside town (water front city). Nautical tourism attractions on offer: Banana Boat, Parasailing, Jetsky, etc.. This tourism object is located in Tanjung Riau (Batam Island) which can be reached from Nagoya ranging from 20-30 minutes by taxi, even if you are coming International port of Singapore.

Tourist appeal is the existence of traditional Malay village on the coast with the beauty of Panorama City Singapore. The width of beach at low tide range 20-40 meters, while the length is 200-300 meters. The beach is located between the Marina and the Nongsa Batam View that can be in use from Nagoya 30-60 minutes, 10-20 minutes Hang Nadim Airport, which can be reached by taxi or minibus Nongsa majors.

Abang islands have tourist activities include: Big Abang Island (Taung Water Beach), Ranuh Island and Pengalap Island. Nautical tourist attraction is owned island marine park that has a coral reef a pretty good life and encountered many green fish and other ornamental fish. This marine park can be used for diving and snorking. If you want to use the speedboat visiting this location / train from New Galang Island.

After dinner we went back to Aaron's parent's for Cake! As you know I'm the baker in the family and I love baking Birthday cakes! Aaron and his mom share January Bdays and we decided to do a combined party. Barb chose this Toasted Coconut Chocolate Cake. It doesn't have my typical all butter type of frosting. It's a classic 7 minute frosting made with sugar, egg whites, corn syrup, and vanilla. It's nearly identical to Marshmallow Fluff. I've made it for whoopie pie filling in the past. It's super old fashioned. Lots of our vintage baking books have very similar recipes. The cake itself was quite dense, not too sweet...kinda like a devil dog. Not my usual devil's food or fudge cake. I really like trying new recipes, and I'm on pins and needles till we cut into it and try the first fork full. It was good...not my favorite of all time...but  good! We had a piece again this afternoon and we both liked it even more!

Ok, thanks for catching up...or allowing me to.

xo, Jenny

PS... Gosh, the other morning I accidentally deleted a bunch of pending comments here on the blog...thinking I was in the spam folder! So, I'm so sorry if your comment hasn't shown up. I was sooo sad when I realized what I had just done. :(    Feel free to repost it!!

Located at the southeastern most tip of the island, and is about 40 kilometers from Denpasar city. If away from Ngurah Rai International Airport distance of approximately 8 kilometers, or about thirty minutes away by car.The park is located in Nusa Dua area, if I may say is the most beautiful park in Bali. If you visit Nusa Dua, will not be visible to you that there is a park behind the five-star-hotel's International standard which employs thousands of workers.

In addition to the hotel and restaurant, kuta Bali also provide evening entertainment such as discos and night clubs. If the reader is very fond of nightlife, Kuta is the perfect place for you. Usually on Thursdays will be ladies night, so the girls were allowed to enter without the entrance fee.

Location Tanjung Benoa beach offers water sports or water sports and is one of the places to which tourists are looking for. Water sports are available in this place, like jetski, parasailing, banana boat, snorkeling, scuba diving, and many others.

Liven your holiday in the paradise island with your family or friends to try new experiences, namely Bali water sport / recreational water attractions. Such as Jet Ski, Parasailing, Banana Boat, Flying Fish, Snorkeling, Glass buttom and Turtle Island. We are sure, once you try you will definitely want to continue to try again. Since most of our clients always come back enjoyed recreational water attractions. If you are looking for interesting places for kids, the Bali water sports one of the best options that you can give to your child.

To get into the dreamland Bali location, you are not any fees collected, only the cost of parking for Rp.2.000, to the car park. If you are not a person who likes to swim at the beach, should I suggest not to this beach, because of the location Dreamland Bali very much, and to come back from the beach to the other tourist sites, you will be exposed to severe congestion on the road by pass Ngurah Rai.

Seafood stall Or Seafood Cafe

Jimbaran tourist spots in Bali is the name of the village in Badung regency, Bali, Indonesia. located in the south of the island of Bali, approximately 15 minutes from the International Airport I Gusti Ngurah Rai. On Jimbaran beach there are cafes that serve seafood (seafood) Also Jimbaran tourist area in Bali, is also very popular with the presence of luxury hotels. Jimbaran was formerly the village of the fishermen.

Legian tourist attraction in Bali which is very famous, located just north of Kuta beach. Legian Beach In Indonesia, a name that foreigners often use to refer to the name of this beach. Many tour and travel magazines, writing "Indonesia travel" one of the beaches that should be visited during a holiday in Indonesia than Kuta beach.

Seminyak tourist spots in Bali is perfect for those of you who like shopping, fine dining and night life. In this tourist area there are lots of luxurious private villas to cheap for rent. In addition, there banayk restaurant-restaurant of international standard.

 

Tourist attractions in Bali GWK, maybe you've heard or indeed you've visited this attraction in Bali? Yes or no, it helps you read this web page, perhaps for those of you who have been vacationing here can give you a brief overview of GWK Bali.

Paradise island has a reputation, becoming one of the interesting attractions in the region. Island of the Gods to attract domestic tourists, and foreign countries, amounting to one million a year. Quite a lot right? Surely this will help a lot in increasing foreign exchange earnings. Berkembanya tourism island of the gods create more investment in the tourism industry, such as the hospitality industry, handicraft industry and many others. All of the tourism industry, offering convenience, services or products to the tourists. In addition to the hospitality industry, adventure tourism industry is now better known as the Bali adventure, it is growing rapidly. So much interest from domestic tourists and foreign tourists who want to try the Bali water sport besides visiting tourist spots in Bali that interesting. Because of this, many investors invest their capital, to create a means of adventure tourism that attracted many tourists.

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