The Tiffany Yellow Diamond Collection has Captured the Beauty of the Sun

Leave it to Tiffany to figure out a way to capture sunrays and turn them into brilliant yellow diamonds. The beauty of the Tiffany Yellow Diamond Collection is unparalleled. What woman could resist the extraordinary radiance of a yellow diamond? The Tiffany Soleste Yellow Diamond has caused quite a stir since its introduction. The diamond has a fierce intensity unlike any other diamond you will ever see. The diamonds are hand cut and meticulously perfected for the collection. The only challenge that a woman faces after setting her heart on one of these diamonds is what to wear with it.

 

 

Such a wonderfully crafted piece of jewelry deserves a ravishing jet-black evening gown that will cause a magical contrast with the diamond. Allow your imagination to run wild as you imagine yourself as the belle of the ball, with gasps and stares at your brilliant jewelry. The riveting sight of the diamond is enough to make you want to stare at it all day long. Before you write-off owning one of these diamonds as something that could never happen for you; there are pieces in the collection that are surprisingly affordable for the everyday person. One of the most beautiful collections that Tiffany’s has to offer, it is time to pick the perfect diamond for you today.

 

 

 

USING STONEWORK TO TIE TOGETHER A SANTA BARBARA HOME AND GARDEN

When these clients hired Grace Design Associates for their garden layout, they had just built a home and studio on Pedregosa Street in Santa Barbara, CA. But, true to its name pedregosa meaning “rocky” in Spanish the site was replete with sandstone unearthed during construction, everything from boulders to a large wall and curbs. The clients wanted all stone to be integrated into the landscape and any new stonework made to blend with the old. They needed to tie the new construction together with already existing historical homes in the neighborhood, some dating from the 1800s. As if those parameters weren’t challenging enough, the clients  recent Iowa transplants also wanted a “little bit of home” and a prairie feel about the grounds.



Grace went to work, using boulders and terracing to make outdoor “rooms” for different uses. A stone amphitheater  for proposed musical/social evenings  and fire pit are now central gathering places; fixed seating on one side allows for the other side to be used as anything from additional “stage” area to a spot to lay out sleeping bags. Near the fire pit is a cedar hot tub, close enough for enjoyment of the flames but distant enough to provide solitude. Plantings are simple, with lots of native grasses that not only conserve water, but are low-maintenance. Best of all, as the designers put it, “Every last piece of stone was used on site…and some were then ‘broken down’ to differing degrees to suggest a long history of site occupation.” Thus, “The garden connects the house to the site, the neighborhood, and the larger setting seamlessly.”









 

26-YEAR-OLD BRITISH-NIGERIAN GIRL TO BECOME BRITAIN’S FIRST EVER BLACK MARCHIONESS

Emma McQuiston the daughter of a Nigerian oil tycoon, Ladi Jadesimi will soon become Britain’s first  ever black marchioness (the wife of a marquis ranking above a countess) when she eventually gets married to the Marquess’s heir, Ceawlin Thynne, British businessman and the second child of Alexander Thynn, 7th Marquess of Bath in June.

 

The the 26-year-old British-Nigerian claims that she is subject to racism and snobbishness among the aristocracy in Longleat (the current seat of the Marquesses of Bath).

She said:

“There has been some snobbishness, particularly among the much older generation.

There’s class and then there’s the racial thing. It’s a jungle and I’m going through it and discovering things as I grow up. I’m not super-easily offended but it’s a problem when someone’s making you feel different or separate because of your race, or forming an opinion about you before they know you.”

Emma  has known her future husband since she was four, when she was a bridesmaid at a wedding involving both families.

Emma's mother, Suzanna said:

I always felt there might be this slightly snobbish thing about anyone that’s black, but it seems everybody has taken Emma into their hearts and they love her. She’s just such a decent girl.

On her wedding day, Miss McQuiston will be walked down the aisle by her father, who lives in Lagos with his wife, and who has four other children, all of whom are older than her. All are accompanying him on the trip. Miss McQuiston will meet three of her half siblings for the first time.

Ladi Jadesimi is a Nigerian, an Oxford University Graduate in Jurisprudence. A Founding Partner in Arthur Andersen Nigeria and a major Investor in Niger Delta Oil Company, operating marginal field concessions from CHEVRON.

HOME REMEDIES FOR BLACKHEADS

Lemon

 Lemon used in acne treatment can also be used to remove blackheads. The nutrients and vitamins present in lemon are good for all types of skin. With lemon you can make a nice face scrub. For this you will have to mix lemon juice with salt, yoghurt and honey. Use this mixture to scrub the area gently having blackheads. Else you can use fresh lemon juice mixed with milk to eliminate blackheads. Apart from milk, you can also mix lemon juice with rose water. Follow this remedy daily for ten to twelve days without any fail.

 2. Honey

 Honey is another common ingredient easily available at homes that can be used to treat blackheads. The balancing quality present in honey is good for both oily skin and blackheads. When honey is applied on the affected skin area, it hydrates as well as tightens the skin pores. This results in a clear complexion. Regularly apply some pure honey on the face for about ten minutes so that it can dry and then rinse your face with lukewarm water.

 3. Turmeric

 Turmeric that works well for minor burns can also be used to treat blackheads. Add some turmeric powder to two tablespoon of mint juice and mix it properly and apply it to the affected areas. Allow it to dry for a few minutes and then wash the area with lukewarm water. Else you can make a thick paste by mixing red sandalwood, turmeric powder and milk together. Apply it on the affected area and after ten minutes wash the skin with water. Regularly follow this remedy to treat blackheads naturally.

 4. Green Tea

 Your regular green tea can also be used to treat blackheads. Take one teaspoon of green tea and add a little water to make a paste. Use this paste to scrub the skin gently for two to three minutes. This scrub deep cleans oily skin and helps unclog pores. Rinse with lukewarm water with extra care. Do not treat your skin roughly as it can damage your skin. This remedy is good for the blackheads and at the same time your skin will have a natural glow.

 5. Baking Soda

 Acne can be treated with baking soda and so does your blackheads. Baking soda clears the skin from impurities such as debris and dirt from the skin. For treating blackheads, take two tablespoons of baking soda and mix it with mineral water to make a paste. Apply the paste generously on the affected skin area and massage gently. Allow it to dry for a few minutes before rinsing it well with warm water. Repeating this remedy once or twice a week can give you good results.

 6. Oatmeal and Yogurt

 The combination of oatmeal and yogurt is great to keep your skin free of blackheads. For this remedy, you need two tablespoons of oatmeal, three tablespoons of plain yogurt, small amount of lemon juice and olive oil. Mix all the ingredients properly and apply it to your entire face, including the infected area. Leave it for five minutes and then rinse your skin with normal water. This remedy must be repeated regularly if you wish to have a clear skin.

 7. Fenugreek

 One of the easiest and simplest natural remedies for blackhead is fenugreek. Make a thick paste from fresh fenugreek leaves by adding little water. Apply it on the affected area every day and allow it to dry for around ten minutes and then rinse it with lukewarm water. When repeated regularly, your skin will become free of blackheads and at the same time you will not have the problem of wrinkles also.

 8. Epsom Salt

 Another effective and natural way to treat blackheads is Epsom salt. Add one teaspoon of Epsom salts and few drops of iodine to little amount of hot water and mix it well so that all the ingredients dissolve in the water properly. Allow the mixture to come to room temperature. Now dip a cotton ball into the mixture and apply it to the affected area. Allow the mixture to dry properly and then remove it gently with the help of a clean washcloth.

 9. Cornmeal

 Cornmeal can also be used to treat blackheads as it can react abrasively on dirt blocking the pores on your skin. Take one tablespoon of powdered cornmeal and mix it with some of your regular facial cleanser. Before applying the mixture, go for steam therapy so that the skin pores open up. Now apply it on your face and gently massage it in a circular motion. Concentrate on the nose and chin area. After a few minutes, rinse your face with cold water. This will help the pores of your skin to close.

 10. Cinnamon

 Cinnamon can be used to remove blackheads and it will even prevent their future growth. For this remedy take one teaspoon of cinnamon powder in a bowl and mix it with honey to form a thick paste. Apply the paste on the affected area before your bedtime and leave it overnight. Next morning, wash your face properly with normal water. For best result, follow this remedy daily for about ten days. Else you can make a mixture by adding one teaspoon each of cinnamon powder and lime juice with a pinch of turmeric powder.

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