Eid Al-Adha 2010 Outfit

As-Salaam Alaikum All. So this was my Eid outfit from yesterday. I am still tired from all of yesterday's activities I am not going to write much. Eid Prayer was held in the Apt. Masjid, so only men were allowed. Which was fine by me because I was so tired, dressing an unwilling 2 year old and from cooking the night before..exhausting. But yea right after Eid Prayer the men went to slaughter some goats. My little boy tagged, and he enjoyed himself with all the animals. Sadly I dont have any pictures of that particular event...I dont think you would want to see those anyway. So with the boys away it gave me time to just organize and clean up a bit, and have some me time...I slept a little bit. Then it was out the door again for lunch.

My eye makeup

All clothing (Pakistan)
Gold Hijab (Forever21-$7)
Ring( Agaci-$2)
Shoes(Random store-3 shoes for $22)
Necklace(Forever21 $7)

Eid Mubarak

As-Salaam Alaikum,

Eid Mubarak to everyone who is celebrating today, and the same fore everyone is who celebrating tomorrow. We're going to be celebrating Eid tomorrow insha'allah. I am excited, because I get to dress up in sparklies. After Eid prayer we're going to lunch to a friends house, and I believe only the ladies will be there because the manly men are going to kill some sheep or goats.

Here are some pics of the late night cooking session which is begining as I type.


I know Lasagna is best served right out of the oven, but to be honest I don't feel like lifting a single finger tomorrow, so this will be put in the oven right after I finish this typing..:P

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

I did most of the prep during the day time, because I've been feeling really tired all day, and I wasnt sure if I could make it that late at night. I already finished 2 cheesecakes, started on the lasagna, and in a while I'll be doing Gulab Jamum. My mother in law is making kheer, Biryani, and I dont know exactly what else. I know I'm forgetting a few things, but it's okay. This is really not a lot compared to some houses I've been to, the do the works.

I should probably start cleaning up before I begin again. I'm one of those kind of people who can not cook in a messy kitchen. I HATE that. I clean as I go, always. If I use something I usually wash it right after. Anywhooo, off the work I go.

Once again EID MUBARAK ALL!

Birds

2 mornings ago I work up to this...When I can outside half of them flew away...lol the lawn was covered.

They were all huddled in my "neighbour's" yard. I am slightly terrified of birds, I don't know how legitimate it is in thinking that they have an agenda in pooing on me, and not to mention their beaks, and evil glares, and knack for attacking random people for no reason. Ever since I was in Grade 3 I have been wary of these things.

This is not an everyday occurrence at all. The homeowners do own a dog, and the dog eats outside, but how come these birds haven't showed up before, and were never seen since? Coincidence or conspiracy?

Taleem Thursday

Weird, I thought I published this yesterday...

Today I went to Taleem, after a few weeks off and this is what I wore. I don't really think going to Taleem is a place to make a fashion statement, but I thought I'd share none the less. I live in a neighborhood/apt complex with perhaps 98% of the people are Muslim. So every Thursday there is a Women's taleem at selected homes in the complex. I choose to only wear abayas during taleem, to me it feels right, but you can wear anything that's Islamically appropriate. I only own 2 Abayas this black one and a blue one with embroyered flowers. I usally alternater between the two.



This is the book we read from, Faza'il E Amaal, Darul Ishaat publishing, I dont know who the author is. Anyways, Usually the taleem takes place in Urdu, but I have an English translation pictured below and whenever I join or some other non Urdu speaking person joins it's read in English. The book basically is a compilation of stories and different Hadiths, which is separated into six sections:
Stories of the Sahaabah
Virtues of the Holy Quraan
Virtues of Salat
Virtues of Zikr
Virtues of Tabligh
Virtues of Ramadan.

At the end, of the book reading, we usually do the 6 points of Dawah, which is basically a few of the qualities the Sahabah and Sahabiyaats had in their life and if we bring these 6 qualities in our life Allah (SWt) will inshaAllah make it easier for us to follow upon the rest of Deen:

Kalimah (Faith)
Salat
Ilk ur- Zikr (knowledge and Remembrance)
Ikraam E Mulimeen (Honor of Muslim)
Ikhlas E Neeyat (Sincerity of intention)
Dawat E Illallah (To Spread the word of Allah)

Hijab Haul

I have mentioned Sam Moon before. Maybe not directly but stated in several blogs that certain items were from there, Mostly Hijabs. I LOVE THAT STORE!!!! My Husband first introduced me about 2 and a half years ago. As I was not at all familiar with Dallas. Sam Moon is basically a big gigantic retail/wholesale store. I guess it's known for it's purses. I remember my first time in there I was looking for a camel coloured bag, and I saw a bunch of women just piling bags on-top of bags into their little basket. It's kind of an overwhelming place the first time you go because there is so much to choose from. Bags piled high, jewelry, anything you can think of. My favorite section is the scarfs. I love the fact that hijabs are so easily accessible now a days. When I was younger all I remember wearing was white and black. And was only able to get them at the masjid or from some ladies house. But yes, the hijab section. It's like colour overload.

I initially had gone there for a hijab or 2 for Eid, to match my outfit:

outfit sneak-peek

Unfortunately I didn't have much luck, but it doesn't really matter because I already had a back-up so I'm good in that department. Strangely enough I ended up buying 7 hijabs, 2 pair of earnings and one bracelet. So much for a plan eh. I am kind of regretting the bracelet because it's kinda old looking.

Hijabs Price Range: $5-$8 (most were $5) Apparently I was in a floral mood...:D

Jewelry Price Range: $3-$7

I've always wondered what do they do with all the items that they don't sell...and I mean they have alot of stuff...where does it all go...and that goes for all retailers, where does all the unsold items go? Outlet? but what if the store is an outlet? Charity? I need to find out! A few years back, when I worked in retail, I had asked my manager this same question and she told me something about them going to Toronto and getting destroyed... I don't know if I really believe this, why would you destroy perfectly good wearable clothing? Perhaps I can get a good deal on clothing, shoes or whatever. That will be my official mission as of today.

Sam Moon is currently only located in Texas. A few months ago I saw that more stores popped up around Texas, and I do not doubt that they might have some through out the US...but that might be a slower process. For now online is where you can get a lot of items www.SamMoon.com, unfortunately they don't have scarfs available online yet.

P.S I don't work for this company in any shape or form, I just love their Hijabs..lol.

Hijab Storage

I have a lot of hijabs and I find storing them to be a hassle. I use to hang them on hangers like so:

I hated this way of storage because the hangers kept breaking, and it literally took up too much space.

So I've moved on to a different way of doing things, now I just keep them neatly folded in a 1 gallon zip-lock bag like so:


all tucked away neatly in my drawer. I think I have about 5 or 6 baggies in one drawer. I colour co-ordinate (like big boys do) so the amount of hijabs per bag vary, but I find it can fit up to 8 or so comfortably. I fold and roll them up so I can get as many in the bag but still have room to take them out whenever I please.

But I've come across this Youtube video which might be a solution to my little issue. I kinda like my ziplock storage technique, if you so choose to call it that, but I am always looking for ways to improve my organization. The only problem is I dont want to take up more closet space as I have one closet that is shared between myself, my husband and my little boy...but since I am kinda the boss, I guess it's okay.



I've already purchased the hangers I just need to get the right size clothespins. I have some but I find that they are a little too long, you kinda need the shorter clothespins to pull this off. Currently I'm still on the hunt for them. So when I have everything, I'll keep you posted on how it all worked out.

Fashion Fonder: Jumpsuits

I am absolutely in love with jumpsuits. Once in a while you'll have to add a long-sleeve top but most times just throw a cardigan, blazer or whatever you want over and you're ready to go. They are so easy. Except when you have to use the washroom, that is probably one of their biggest flaws. But in life nothing is perfect.

All the jumpsuits pictured above are from Topshop.