Interesting Buys

You know how magazines post alot of "Good Buys" or "Our Picks" kind of articles.  Most of the time, theses mags totally miss the mark.  Why in the world would I spend money on a little box with a peacock on the top?  What makes that a good buy?  Or Interesting?  Was it owned by Robert De Niro or does it repel dust?  No?  It just sits there?  Ok then, don't need it.  But alas, every once in while they strike my fancy.  Observe:

1. Did you know you can purchase Cafe du Monde's beignet mix???  You heard me.  I had no idea.  Not only can you buy the mix, but it's actually cheap!  For the low low price of $2.68 you can own a box of their delectable beignet mix, enough to make 4 dozen beignets.  That's 5 cents a donut.  Um, Yes please.  And let's talk about gift ideas here.  You can get their chicory coffee as well for only $5.45 and they are super cute old school coffee tins and packaging.  Get the mix and the coffee, put them together in some kind of a precious little basket with a bow and voila! a super cute, extra yummy, and creative gift for under $10.  Perfect for hostess gifts or happies, or even guy gifts.  I'm sold.  Where to buy: cafedumonde.com
2.  Ok, so maybe this makes me a little childish, but I just can't resist the cuteness: slip on, sequined, one-star converse shoes.  In a variety of colors.  Available at Target and super-cute.  You know you want sequined Chucks.  Admit it.
3. Maybe you already know about this, but I just learned of its existence last night: self-adhesive wrapping paper.  Hallmark carries a line of wrapping paper that adheres to itself and to packages (wrapping some materials is too sticky, but plastic stuff comes off easy).  No more shifting boxes, excessive taping, no more tape on your gift.  Genius.

Well that's it for today.  See, that's 3 magazines full of worthless junk i looked through to get just those 3 suggestions.  You're welcome for the time saver.