I actually bought crocs

So during my week in Palm Springs, I spent one day in Palm Desert, the "other" Rodeo Drive. I stopped cold in my tracks when I spotted these adorable wedges in the window, I had to have them. But, omg they were Crocs. I have never been one to buy into such a retail craze. But, I love them, the color, the fit, the price.

So I'm here showing them off and to say, I'm on the hunt to find them locally, once I do, I'll pass on the spring fling find to you.





To check out more of my goings-on out west, I blogged about my adventures: jenontheradarps.blogspot.com and you can find a photo reel on my (not-so-final) new site, radar-msp.com

Thanks for following my travels, if you're ever off to PS, let Radar know!

Now back to the Twin Cities...

Earth Week Goodies and Do Goods!

My personal favorite local spot for skin care is Storm Sisters Spatique. And Becky is doing her part for Earth Week - bring in clean glass or #1 and #2 plastic lotion, potion and serum bottles and she'll give you 25% off each replacement lotion, potion and serum and we'll recycle the bottles you bring in!

This offer is good for Earth Day week, April 19-25.

Bottles may be from any beauty brand, not only from brands Storm Sisters carries, that's fair!

25% discount applies to ALL product and may be applied to sale merchandise that is currently 20-50% off. That means ALL store merchandise is 25-75% off during that week!



On Wednesday, April 22nd (Earth Day) visit Twin Cities Green to save anywhere from 20 to 60% off everything in the store!


During the month of April, "How Many Bottle Caps fit in a Bottle?" Miyagi Salon wants you to come in and take a guess for $1--you could win a $100 gift certificate and a basket of products! Each dollar goes directly to the Clean Water Fund, Aveda Midwest's Earth Month partner. The winner will be announced on April 30--and the caps will go directly to Aveda for recycling! Put your guessing caps on and come in!!



Also, Wednesday, April 22, Miyagi stylists will join with Aveda (and anyone else who wants to join in) for a 4-mile Walk For Water beginning at 9 am on April 22, Earth Day.


Whatever you can do for Earth Week, do.

ACC, looking forward to next year!

I was impressed by the American Craft Council's show going on this weekend at River Centre in St Paul. Here are a few of the favorites I spotted:

Beautiful jewelery with my personal hero, Frida:


The most intricate wood carvings. I bought two of these Xmas ornaments which I will make into necklaces.


Broaches by Donna D'Aquino, when you're not wearing them, they serve as great wall art. Love that!


Green bracelets made from recycled blots, screws, etc.


Love the fire-like feel of these vases:


Wall art with felt and wood, so modern and airy. By Amy Gillespie:



What did you find at the show?

Thanks for checking in new Radar followers!

Last night was a-buzz at the W, both for the Kjurek fashion event and the simple fact it was Friday. I was fortunate to spread the Radar love around to some incredible people. Part of the Radar love I spread included the Karin Jacobson's spring ring. Thanks for popping them on your fingers right away!

I have yet a bit more love to share! Be the first to email me with your answer to the question below, and this pair of Karin Jacobson earrings are yours!



What local "celebrity" was spotted at the W last night? Email Jen - jen@radar-msp.com

Good luck!

So much, so little time...

There's so much going on this weekend, all we have time for are bullet-points. Ya with me?

Tonight:
KJurek exclusively spring runway show at the W Hotel


Tragedy of You at The Bryant Lake Bowl


Masquerade Ball at FIVE, benefiting Friends of St Jude



Saturday:
BluDot Warehouse Sale, I hardly want to share the inside scoop on this modern mega sale!

Gallery 360, Opening Reception - To Thy Self Be True...painted portraits by Mary Bergherr


Northeast Icebreaker Boutique Fashion Crawl - 20% off fashion items at local retailers!

This Weekend:
American Craft Council Show - Don't let the word "craft" scare you. I've gotten a lot of, "you've never been to this? Ah Jen, you'd love it!" So I'm going, and you should too.

Hunt & Gather Spring Super Sale - Always a prize to be found here.

Winter (hardly) Market at the Mill City Farmers Market

27th Annual MSP International Film Festival- so many films to be seen, again, so little time!


Sunday:
B-Side Jazz Festival at The Cedar

Rebuild Resources at The Dakota Jazz Club

Please fit one of them in, research shows "A Radar recommendation a day does a local good"!

Kinda like the swoosh or the bullseye? Yes?

These three little flowers remind me of a certain logo, hhhmm.

I'll call it the Radar Ring, $85
The ring has three lab grown stones set in it: ruby, cubic zirconia, and yellow topaz. The ring has a gunmetal color but the flowers and stems are brighter silver. The hammered band measures 1/4" (6-7mm). This ring is made to order.



If interested, please order via Radar E-tail - jen@radar-msp.com

Relax, Spa Week is Back

50 Min Deluxe Sweet Milk Lavender Organic Facial, 60 minute unwrinkle facial, 55 minute Aromatherapy Therapeutic Massage, 60 minute deep tissue facial, 60 Min Eminence Organic Facial - it's even relaxing to say these words. Now, treat yourself or someone to the real thing for $50 at one of these participating salons during Spa Week!

Hop To It!

Some Radar local finds for your Easter baskets:

Vosges Chocolate Bunnies at Whole Foods and Kitchen Window


Local Chocolate Celeste has their Easter-on with these sweet treats:


It's a perfect time for Foat arm warmers:



Along a 9 block stretch in So Mpls, here's are some one-stop options:


Vintage finds at Hunt and Gather:


How about an Easter Bonnet!






Turtle Bread:


Order pies, cakes from your local bakery, they'll love you for it:


Rick Rack:




Victory, also find inspiration on store owner, Kerry's blog:






Brown & Greene:



I love the idea of bringing a lettuce plant to a party, it transforms into a yummy salad, very eco:


Or go to Storm Sisters Spatique Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday!
Stop by from 10-2 and pick one egg out of the Storm Sisters Spatique garden. Inside each egg is a discount ranging from 20-50% off of your entire purchase. You may use it immediately or bring it in at a later date. You may use your certificate on regular, sale or clearance priced items as well. Bring in a friend and they may share in your spoils or grab an egg for themselves.
Whether you have time to shop or not, pop in for some yummies too.

And for my own quick ideas to Easter-up your home:

Spray-paint a lonely tree branch that made it through the winter:


Or wrap it in pretty yarn:

Spray paint something you would never think of buying (let's say, some figure at Pier One):



I got lucky last time I made chocolate chip cookies and found a deformed chip that looks like a bird (he sits by me all day):


So get out a look around and find something small for the bunnies in your life!