What a week for Giveaways!

Don't forget to head on over to Queen Bee Swain for the fabulous book giveaway;

Social Climbers. With so many blog recommendations, I love that my summer reading list is moving forward as a wonderful mix. Good luck to all!

AAAHHH!....The Scents of New England

It's not "pink and green" or "kelly and navy", however, close your eyes for a moment,..take a deep breath,...try to concentrate on the scent of: ...

-blueberries in Maine

-balsam trees in New Hampshire

-maple sugar of Vermont
-cranberry bogs in Massachusetts

-Rhode Island's ocean

-nutmeg of Connecticut

These are scents reminiscent of each New England state and offered as a soap gift set made at New England's Pelle Dolce Soaps, www.pelledolcesoaps.com

I think this makes for a cute hostess gift if you are visiting and staying with friends or family in New England or the Islands this summer. Individual state or island soap bars are available too.

How cute are these for a guestroom or guest bathroom! I'll let you hunt for the preppy soap dish!

-A New England Find.

Not Your Average Beach Chair!

I've been reading that some of you are heading to the Vineyard or Nantucket this Summer or perhaps heading to another beautiful seacoast. Many of you, including myself, simply love the beach life. Somedays I enjoy sitting by myself to read or catch up on my notecard writing. Other days, I'm headed for the beach with friends and many children in tow! And of course, I cherish the days we go together as a family and the early evenings with a bottle of wine to share with Mr. NE.
I also noticed that many bloggers are planning summer weddings. Well, I think I have a fun suggestion for a wedding present! Beach chairs for the lovely couple from http://www.nantucketbeachchair.com

Made right on the island of Nantucket! Canvas color selection is few, but you can personalize them and choose an embroidery design that is a favorite. Cute feature includes a built in beverage holder with a koozie.! Whether you want to use them on the beach, lake shore, boat deck or your backyard, these are a true New England find!

Oilcoth!

I have memories as a child sitting on such plastic cloths sprawled on the grass enjoying a summer-time snack outside in my grandmother's backyard. Now, oilcloth is quite popular for use as a lunch bag, cooler, market tote, diaper bag, etc. and continues to be a choice for decorative placemats and tablecloths. The day flee bag is great to store essentials, a planner, book, extra H2o and diapers!

Flee is an adorable little boutique located just outside of Boston specializing in oilcoth products.
I plan on purchasing these black gingham placemats for my table on the deck.
Some items are on sale for 30% off. - A New England find!

Muffy Martini Giveaway!

Check out her blog to win!...A romantic comedy with a connection to a quaint Connecticut town.
Good luck!

Talbot's Outlet Store!

Yes, that's right! The icon of classic preppy and traditional style for women has a "good old fashioned" outlet!
If you live in New England or will be visting over the summer, it is worth the day-trip to the Talbot's Outlet located in Hingham, MA. There is an on-going sale featuring a HUGE selection of spring/early summer catalog items that are priced 75% off! I managed to pick up three pairs of cropped pants (1 casual and 2 dressy) for $6.00 each!!!!! Plus a pair of adorable sling back flats with a bow for $20 and a few pairs of shorts and summer skirts ranging in price from $8-$15 each! Some summer items are priced at 40% off. This outlet is big and has Women's, Misses , Petities and Shoes as well as an occasional Sample table. You can't go wrong at this outlet. A true New England find!

Sunday on Newbury St.!

Our Spring weather in New England has been cool and rainy, but this weekend was absolutely beautiful! It was so nice to enjoy a Saturday welcoming warm sunshine during an afternoon filled with soccer games instead of standing on the field under an umbrella! The day ended with a nice grilled dinner and an outdoor fire on our deck.

Today, I headed into Boston and met two of my very dear college friends. We enjoyed a wonderful Sunday brunch, complimented with a few mimosas outside on the patio at Stephanies on Newbury. This is a great place located in Boston's Back Bay section. If you are coming in town for the day or visiting Boston over the summer, the patio at Stephanies is a "must" in order to enjoy "people watching" for a variety of great style and fashion. And, of course, it wouldn't be a fullfilling day in the city if we didn't do a little boutique shopping!