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12 Retro Vintage Swimsuits – Something To Flatter All Body Types

March is coming in like a lion but many have their heart set on summer and shopping for swimsuits. The vintage or retro styles are very in and there are cuts that will flatter most body types. The swimsuits below are all handmade right in the USA and you can order different sizes for tops and bottoms on tankinis and bikinis, so you can get the best fit!  Here are 10 styles retro swimsuits I really like:

Classic Marilyn Tankini

This swim suit is the ultimate tankini! Gathered at the sides, this style is great for slimming your body and hiding any imperfections. Classic twist top will fit your bust perfect! Thick over the shoulder straps hold you in place and have you feeling secure and looking the best you possibly can. Mid-Cut bottoms are just the right amount of coverage to feel sexy and secure.

Sailor Stripes Bikini

This Sailor Stripes bikini is sure to get a seal of approval! Totally nautical, this swimsuit will get you ready for some fun in the sun or just when relaxing on your next boating or yacht trip around the waters. The mix of stripes with our solid navy creates a slimming, fresh bikini! This suit guarantees a perfect fit!

America Underwire Vintage Stars and Stripes Bikini 

Be an All American Girl in this vintage, patriotic, and body slimming bikini! This underwire top will support and lift a small or full chest while our body shaping bottom has a v-cut in front and back to make you look slim, trim and sexy. These will be your favorite bottoms since the fabric lays perfect on your hips without cutting into your sides! Show off your love for the USA in this underwire shaper bikini!

Marilyn Monroe Tankini

The Ultimate Retro Tankini! Be a 1950’s pin-up girl in this very flattering polka dot tankini. Gathered at the sides, this style is perfect for slimming your body and hiding any imperfections. Classic twist top will fit your bust perfect and elastic interior shelf bra helps gives you extra support. Mid-cut bottoms are just the right amount of coverage to feel sexy and secure.

Marilyn One-Piece

This vintage polka dot full coverage one-piece will make you look slim, trim, sexy and oh so Pin-Up! The twisted halter top supports your curves in all the right places while the body style is very slimming. Perfect for all body types and extra sexy on full figures.

Body Shaper Bikini

This super sexy bikini is perfect for a woman with curves. The underwire top will support and lift a small or full chest. The booty short has a banded waist for more or less coverage. You will love how you look and feel in this suit.

Navy Sailor Stripes Bikini

This Vintage Sailor Stripes Bikini is sure to get a seal of approval! Totally nautical, this swimsuit will get you ready for some fun in the sun or just when relaxing on your next boating or yacht trip around the waters. The mix of stripes with our solid navy creates a slimming, fresh bikini! Supportive sliding top fits amazing on all bust sizes while the vintage style high bottoms are fuller coverage but still super sexy! This suit guarantees a perfect fit!

Polka Dot Halter Crossback Swimdress

This Polka Dot Halter Crossback Swim Dress is fuller coverage and super vintage! Perfect for those who are a little more conservative but still want to look stylish. Sexy and short, you can even wear this out as a sundress on that next vacation of yours, to the pool for a more conservative look, or even as a top with a pair of leggings or jeans. Matching mid-cut bottom is available to complete this slimming swim dress. Made from Ujena’s fun black and white polka dot fabric.

Monroe Shaper Bikini

Shape every inch of your body while looking like a star! Our Monroe top is the best. Ties at the neck and back with a twist in front, you will look fabulous. Our body shaping bottom has a v-cut in front and back to make you look slim, trim and sexy. These will be your favorite bottoms since the fabric lays perfect on your hips without cutting into your sides!

Gauze Carlita Bandeau Ruffle Bikini

This is one sweet suit. Playful ruffles were added to this Bandeau Top and Low Cut Bottom. The stretchy Gauze fabric makes this bikini a must-have.

Polka Dot Halter Swimdress

This body slimming Polka Dot Halter Swim Dress is a must have for your next vacation. Full bust coverage has a slight crossover in front for minimal cleavage. Great for the more conservative woman who wants a slimming A-line swim dress with a slight retro edge! Paired with Ujena’s all black full coverage mid-cut bottoms, this is the perfect combination. Doubles as a perfect maternity swim suit or a cute summer dress or cover-up. Never feel self conscience again!

 

Vintage Polka Dot Underwire Plus Swimsuit

This 1950’s curvalicious bikini is the ultimate slimming bikini! Shape your body and look like a beach bombshell. Perfect for those that want a little more lift, coverage and shape. Underwire top will make you feel tucked in and secure with its wide straps and full cups. The high waisted bottoms have a small band without any elastic to make sure you are comfortable while offered enough coverage to make you feel totally comfortable. The perfect retro underwire is here!

Which one is your favorite? Let me know in the comments.


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Who Wouldn’t Love a Crab Pot Christmas Tree?

It seems everyone is focusing on Christmas and it is only November 2nd. If you cannot contain your excitement about Christmas, you will love what I am going to share.  Have you ever heard of a Crab Pot Christmas Tree? They are remarkable, perfectly shaped trees that are pre-lit, fold flat for storage, sparkle from EVERY angle and are easily set up.

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What makes these holiday trees so unique and the MUST HAVE of the season for home decor? Crab Pot Christmas Trees are made from the very durable PVC Coated Crab Pot Wire which withstands all that Mother Nature throws at it.

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Want to see these fold flat Crab Pot Christmas Trees? Check out the fold flat trees in this video, because seeing is believing and this is how you can make the season sparkle with ease. Made in the USA in North Carolina!

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My Readers $ave 30% Off Crab Pot Christmas Trees that fold flat & sparkle from every angle, Click HERE to order and use  Code:USFG16 at checkout.

Let me know what you think.

Update: Our tree was a bit delayed but arrived a few of days before Christmas. It was easy to set up and looked great when lit. We had family over from South Carolina and they were so enamored by it because of the crab trap wire they were familiar with. It was a lovely addition to our holiday decor and will be for many years to come we hope. I would love to get some more next year to arrange in the yard. Absolutely beautiful at night!


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Give Your Dog A Loving Nudge With Nudges Wholesome Dog Treats-#NudgeThemBack

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.
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We love our dogs, they are more than pets to us, they are family members.  We have three dogs and they are each very unique in personality and size.  Delilah is our big dog, a purebred American Bulldog and a loyal protector.  Delilah will watch the kids and if any animal or person tries to harm them, they won’t live to tell the tale.  As parents we feel blessed to have a dog that will protect our kids, it makes us feel great to know she’s around since we live out in the country.

Next, we have Zoey, our West Highland White Terrier.  Zoey is always there to “help” with any project.  She is also a fearless protector of our family and our home.  In typical terrier fashion she will be tenacious and persistent if some critter starts hanging around that should not be.  This is not always a great thing, a couple of weeks ago she had it out with a skunk and she was on the losing end.  Those skunks have an unfair advantage!

Last but not least we have tiny Sassafras (Sassy), our Maltese.   Sassy is a sweetheart who does not understand she is tiny.  If the other dogs go off to bark at some intruder, she will go right with them and give it her all.  Her spirit is much bigger than her stature.

The way we love our dogs, we want nothing but the best for them.  We make it a priority to feed them wholesome food and treats that will allow them to live a long, vibrant life. The other day I was in Walmart and saw new dog treats called Nudges® Grillers.  The clear window package showed the treats and they looked just like cuts of steak and chicken that had been freshly grilled.  I am more aware of the ingredients in dog foods and treats and was pleased to see that Nudges® were made in the USA with only USA sourced protein! The number 1 ingredient in the treats was real meat and they did not have artificial flavors or fillers!  These were treats I could feel good about feeding our girls, I picked up a few bags and headed home!

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I was really impressed upon opening them, they smelled just like fresh grilled meat and they had a similar texture. One of my young sons asked if this was okay for him to eat, lol.  I told him no, but I think that is a great testimonial for how similar they were to beef or chicken fresh off the grill.  I like them because when we are grilling outside the dogs sit and sniff and want to be included.  Nudges® Grillers Beef and Chicken treats give us a way to include our dogs in our BBQ.  You can learn more and see the full product line up at nudgesdogtreats.com

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The taste tests went over great and they just loved the beef and chicken Grillers.  Nudges® also has Sizzlers in Chicken Bacon and Beef & Cheese.  The Grillers and Sizzlers are available in 3 oz or 18 oz bags.  Given our brood, we went with the 18 oz. bags.  I noticed a value size of Jerky Cuts by Nudges® that I want to pick up the next time I am in Walmart.   Check out nudgethemback.com and see how other dog lovers are nudging their best friends and family members back.  You can also stay in touch with them on their Facebook page. So tell me, have you seen the new Nudges® dog treats?   Which ones do you think your dog(s) would like the most?  If you have tried them, I would love to hear what you and your dog thought of them.

 


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The Original Kit-Cat Clock -Made In The USA

 

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Why have just a regular clock, when you can have one that filled with  whimsy and personality!  The Kit-Cat Clock is over 80 years old and still made in the USA!  Born in 1932 they are still going strong today and it’s estimated a new Kit-Cat Clock is purchased every 3 minutes.

I recently had the great pleasure of reviewing this adorable feline time-keeper.

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Our black Kit-Cat Clock has a very classic look that makes my whole family smile.  The pendulum tail and moving eyes really make this clock the Cat’s Meow!

 

The Classic Black is timeless but if you want to mix things up, they make the Kit-Cat Clocks in other colors and styles.

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There’s even a smaller version called the Kitty-Clock and  clock stands so you can keep one on your desk or anywhere you can’t or don’t want to mount it on the wall.  There’s also a Lady Kit-Cat Clock with Pearls and glamorous eyelashes.

Classic Black Lady Kt Cat Klock

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For the true Kit-Cat Connoisseur, you can check out accessories the sell like the Kit-Cat Earrings and Necklace. They even have limited edition clocks with changeable bow ties and gift sets of a clock and earrings.

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Take a look at their website and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube

 


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Epicurean Cutting Board Review & Give-Away!!! {Give-Away Ended}

Epicurean Cutting Surfaces sent me one of their Gripper Series boards to review.  The silicone gripper corners keep your board steady and secure on smooth, damp countertops. The gripper corners are removable as well.   It is a nice feeling to know your board is secure when you are chopping and slicing.  I love that the board is dishwasher safe and does not harbor bacteria.

The cutting surface is knife friendly and you won’t have to worry about dulling your knives when you slice on them.  The cutting board is an eco-friendly product and is comprised of a mixed source of wood fibers and is certified by Smartwood to the Forest Stewardship Council standars.  Epicurean products are preferred and used by professional chefs for more than 50 years so you know they make a quality product that no well-equipped kitchen should be without.

Another nice feature of this cutting surface is that it is heat resistant up to 350 degrees so it can be used as a trivet.  This is a dual sided cutting board and is proudly made in the USA.

The Folks at Epicurean are so generous to sponsor a give-away on Mommy Ramblings.  One of our lucky blog readers will receive the very same cutting board.

 Mommy Rambling’s Epicurean Cutting Board Give-Away (open to US and Canadian residents) Rules:

Mandatory Entry– Visit the Epicurean Website and tell me another product of theirs you like.   Leave your choice in a comment on this blog post.  Please remember this is the mandatory entry, if not completed no extra entries will count and will be deleted.

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John Boos Cutting Board Review & Give-Away!!!

I received a very heavy package yesterday, containing 2 John Boos, hard rock maple, R02, cutting boards.  One to review and one to give-away to a qualifying blog reader.  These boards are huge!!!  They measure 24″ x 18″ x 1-1/2″, they are constructed of hard rock maple with edge grain construction.  They have a Boos Block cream finish with beeswax and are reversible with grips on the sides.  Now this my friends, is a cutting board!!!  My husband was ecstatic when he saw it and I could hear his wheels turning, thinking about what a great prep surface this is.

John Boos Boards are the #1 choice of culinary professionals.  These quality boards preserve the edge on fine cutlery and are built on more than 120 years of fine craftmanship in the USA.  They are safe for all food preparation and will provide long-lasting beauty.

John Boos – 24 x 18 Maple R-Board 1-12 Inch Thick – R02 BoosBlock professional cutting boards are FDA-approved and are used in some of the finest restaurants in the country. BoosBlock Professional Cutting Boards are used by professional chefs throughout the United States and have been awarded the Gold Medal Award by Chefs of America. • Hard Rock Maple Edge Grain Construction • Penetrating Oil Finish • 1-1/2″ Thick – Reversible • Hand Grips • Dimensions: 18″ x 24″ x 1-1/2″ (W x L x H)

 

The boards are easy to maintain and will last for many years if you follow simple recommended care.John Boos makes many culinary cutting boards, butcher blocks, carts, worktables, bar stools and more.  Check out their Website to learn more.

 

Give-Away is for 1 new RO2 cutting board, like the one pictured above.    This board is huge and heavy so the give-away will be limited to local pick ups and deliveries, if you live in NY state (Sullivan, Orange, Delaware, Broome Counties, Albany Area), PA (Scranton, Honesdale, Carbondale, Waymart) or in parts of NJ(check with me), Dunedin Florida  (as we are traveling there in a few weeks), or Atlanta, GA (traveling there too), you can enter.

Mandatory Entry-Please visit John Boos and let me know by leaving a comment here, another product you like.

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1. Subscribe to Mommy Ramblings blog by email and leave me a comment that you did.

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Give-away ends Monday April 19th at 12 am EST!!!

Winner will be chosen by Random.org.

Good Luck Everyone!!!

 

 

 


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