Mrs Maryland 2006 - Patty Markos

This summer, while vacationing in Maryland, I was able to meet Mrs. Maryland 2006 Patty Markos! Patty owns and runs a BEAUTIFUL day spa called The Patio Day Spa - very appropriate since it's off a tranquil patio leading into her walk-out basement. Patty is warm and generous and very talented when it comes to hair!

This day spa was so amazing! Not only is it in a gorgeous location in Olney, MD (very tranquil and peaceful) it is also one of nicest salons I have been to! You would never know you were at someone's private home once you enter.

I got to hear the story of how The Patio Day Spa came to life and talked with Patty a little bit about her pageant days. Pretty cool stuff. The day spa also has a licensed esthetician/manicurist three days a week named Visa Manessa (she is awesome at the foot massage part!). Patty does on location hair and makeup for bridal parties or better yet - host a shower or beauty day at her location - she is totally accommodating and a truly gracious person! I know she would love to meet you...so if you are in the area, check her out and give her a call! You won't regret it. :)

Deals and Steals

I came across a few good deals! The first one is actually pretty AWESOME! Picaboo is offering a FREE BOOK for new customers! You just need to pay for the shipping (which is $8.99). You get a free 20-page photo book using the code FREEBK - exp 08/31/10.

*includes Large Hardcover Classic, Classic Custom or Classic Leather Book


If you are the DIY type....or if you thought you might try for the first time to create something - here is a deal for you! On Amazon you can get this 

Cuttlebug Machine for Die-Cutting and Embossing with Bonus Tool Kit for an AMAZING steal! The regular price is $89.99 but I saw it on Amazon tonight for $39.00! Oh yeah....free super saver shipping too! Yahoo! Not sure when this deal ends but I would jump on it...like now!

My final deal only has about 3 hours left...! It's a daily Target deal for a Paper Cutter! It's $112.49 but this baby could crank out some serious invitations!! Take a peek at perfection: trim, tailor, top off any creation for $112.49 but HURRY!!!

Features:

Cartridge-based system offers great versatility and crisp-cut shapes, letters and phrases with the touch of a button Lightweight portable system simply plugs in; just add a cartridge (sold separately) and start cutting! Cuts images up to 5.5x11.5"