Kiana Benion was crowned Miss Oregon Teen USA 2012 on November 27, 2011 - She will represent Oregon in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.


Kiana Benion Crowned Miss Oregon Teen USA 2012

Kiana Benion was crowned Miss Oregon Teen USA 2012 on November 27, 2011. She will represent Oregon in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

Miss Oregon Teen USA 2012 results:

Winner: Kiana Benion from Medford, Oregon
1st Runner up: Ali Wallace from Portland
2nd Runner up: Kaitlyn Carson from Claskanine
3rd Runner up: Brittany Clig from Eugene
4th Runner up: Karlyn Graves from Milton Free Water
Other Finalists: Christina Haddad, Brittnay Espinosa, Sarah Manalantos, Samantha Markey, Hope Robinson, Annie Snook

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Mackenzie Surber was crowned Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012 on November 27, 2011 - She will represent Indiana in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant



Mackenzie Surber Crowned Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012


Mackenzie Surber was crowned Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012 on November 27, 2011. She will represent Indiana in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

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Sierra Hadley was crowned Miss District of Columbia Teen USA 2012 on November 27, 2011: She will represent District of Columbia in Miss Teen USA 2012


Sierra Hadley Crowned Miss District of Columbia Teen USA 2012

Sierra Hadley was crowned Miss District of Columbia Teen USA 2012 on November 27, 2011. She will represent District of Columbia in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

Photo Courtesy of Pageant Update.

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15th Miss Tourism International 2011 World Final will be held on December 12 - 31, December 2011 at the Sunway Resort Hotel and Spa, Malaysia




Miss Tourism International 15th World Final in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dec. 31st


Join 55 contestants from all over the planet during the 15th anniversary celebrations of the Miss Tourism International beauty pageant to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from December 12 to 31st. The 2011 world finals will take place at the Sunway Resort Hotel and Spa in the Malaysian capital.



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Watch Miss Earth 2011 Online - Who will be the next to be crowned Miss Earth 2011


Watch Miss Earth 2011 Online

Who will be the next to be crowned Miss Earth 2011.

Do click here to watch Miss Earth 2011 live

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17 year-old Shanese Brown is Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2012 - She will represent Tennessee in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant


Shanese Brown, Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2012

The official photo of Shanese Brown, Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2012. Shanese Brown became Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2012 after Samara Ham resigned. Shanese Brown, 17, will represent Tennessee in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

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New Pip Boydell Paintings


Just in case you missed out the first time round, I thought I'd let you know that we have 4 new beautiful paintings in store by Pip Boydell.  The middle orchid is sold however, the 4 surrounding it are all currently available.  It will be a first in best dressed situation...
xx
Anna

Must-Have -- Rings that Give Back!


We can thank The Real Housewives of Orange County, Alexis Bellino for connecting us with one FABulous small biz. Holly Freese is the Founder and Designer behind some pretty amazing bling - Expressions Rings of Hope
Black Cowboy Swarovski Ring $40 
As seen on Alexis Bellino 
Not only is the Focus Ring ($40) our go-to accessory for everyday (because it pretty much matches anything & everything) but it also supports a good cause. Bling for a cause! What's not to love? Read on to get to know Holly and see what inspired this oh-so-fabulous biz! Holly is absolutely one of the sweetest cupcakes we have ever met and has one of the biggest hearts. We admire Holly for getting the word out and spreading an amazing message to everyone! 

{1} Tell us about yourself & about Expression Rings of Hope, your biz!

My name is Holly Freese and currently I live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  I am 28 years old and currently a Stay at home Mom of 2 boys;  Walker is 2 years old, and Bryce is 1 year old. Before having children I was in advertising sales downtown Chicago.  I started Expressions of Hope in May of 2010.  I was inspired by my friend, Mike Kacynski, who passed last April from Renal Cell Carcinoma. I wanted to do something with my time, and also wanted to help make a difference!  So, I came up with this idea of creating a little piece of HOPE that women can wear as a accessory to their wardrobe, or as reminder of someone they loved that had passed.  Also, with the purchase of an Expression of Hope Ring, a portion of the proceeds from each ring sale is being donated to the V Foundation for Cancer Research.  I hope to make a stride towards finding a cure for cancer.  There is far to many cases out there, and we need to all come together to help find a cure!
Who doesn't love pink? Patience Ring, $40
{2} What has been the best part about having your own business?

The best part of having my own business is being able to help those who lost loved ones smile, and being able to help support a good cause.  It really makes me smile to see how many supporters I have, and how many continue to follow me each and everyday.  The more supporters I have, the more we can donate towards a wonderful cause.  I love to hear about my "Hope Fans" inspirational stories.  I am truly thankful to those who have helped me and continue to help spread my message BLING FOR A CAUSE! 

Make sure you add the Holiday collection to your wish list!
{3} When did the light bulb go off that you knew this is what you wanted to do?

After my best friend's husband, Mike Kacynski, died last April 2010 of Renal Cell Carcinoma I kept thinking about what I could do help.  He found out in February of 2010 of his disease, and 3 months later he was no longer with us.  I just couldn't believe how this could happen.  Since I was a Stay at Home Mom, I really wanted to start a business that helped my family, as well as helping out a greater cause.  I decided to start making these Swarovski Rings, and donate towards the V Foundation in Mike's name.  

{4} Do you plan to expand the line?

I defintely hope to grow this business, and expand my product line.  I have had some people recommend some jewelry for little girls, or bracelets for women.  I will eventually get a few more products, but for now, I am just trying to get my name out there. 

Make sure you check out these beautiful bracelets too!

{5} What's up next? 

Well....I really just want to get my name out there as much as possible.  Just in the last 2 months my business has really grown and I have quite a few followers on Facebook and Twitter.  I hope to keep that going, keep reaching out to those who have lost loved ones and hear about their stories.  It inspires me to keep growing and moving forward.  I am just trying to keep contacting people in helping spread my message BLING FOR A CAUSE!  The more people who are "BLINGING," that means the more money that has been raised and donated towards cancer research and finding a cure for this awful and all to common disease.  I appreciate you taking the time with me, and look forward to this upcoming year and what's to come of Expressions of Hope. I thank everyone again who has helped me, supported me, and believed in me.  Thank you!!!

{All Things Expression Rings of Hope}


{Thank you Holly for our beautiful BLING FOR A CAUSE. We absolutely adore the Focus ring you sent for review purposes and love everything you do!}

CHRISTMAS ADVERTISING

Just a few advertisements with Christmas cheer!  ENJOY!

 
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This was all of the Christmasy advertisements I could find :(. SEE YOU in the morning with some Christmas Cheer!
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Latest news on Miss USA 2012 - Meet the contestants Photos & Profile/Biography


Miss California USA - Alyssa Campanella Crowned Miss USA 2011

Miss USA 2012


Miss USA 2012, will be the 61st Miss USA pageant. It will be held in June of 2012. The winner will represent the United States in Miss Universe 2012. Miss USA 2011, Alyssa Campanella of California will crown her successor at the end of this event.

Alaska Alaska Jessica Kazmierczak

Arizona Arizona Erika Frantzve

Colorado Colorado Marybel Gonzalez

Connecticut Connecticut Marie Lynn Piscitelli

Florida Florida Karina Brez

Hawaii Hawaii Brandie Cazimero

Idaho Idaho Erna Palic

Illinois Illinois Ashley Hooks

Iowa Iowa Rebecca Hodge

Louisiana Louisiana Erin Edmiston

Maine Maine Rani Williamson

Maryland Maryland Nana Meriwether

Massachusetts Massachusetts Natalie Pietrzak

Michigan Michigan Kristen Danyal

Mississippi Mississippi Myverick Garcia

Missouri Missouri Katie Kearney

Montana Montana Autumn Muller

Nebraska Nebraska Amy Spilker

New Jersey New Jersey Michelle Leonardo

New Mexico New Mexico Jessica Martin

North Dakota North Dakota Jaci Stofferahn

Ohio Ohio Audrey Bolte

Oklahoma Oklahoma Lauren Lundeen

Rhode Island Rhode Island Olivia Culpo

South Carolina South Carolina Erika Powell

South Dakota South Dakota Taylor Neisen

Tennessee Tennessee Jessica Hibler

Texas Texas Brittany Booker

Utah Utah Kendyl Bell

Vermont Vermont Jamie Dragon

Virginia Virginia Catherine Muldoon

Washington (state) Washington Christina Clarke

West Virginia West Viriginia Andrea Rogers

Wisconsin Wisconsin Emily Guerin

Wyoming Wyoming Holly Allen

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