GIFTS BAZAAR AT MARINA CRESCENT

The eclectic Gifts Bazaar held last Friday on 25th November at Salwa Al Sabah Hall at Marina Crescent was one of the best bazaars I attended in the recent years. There was no entrance fee. The Hall had so many vendors including home based businesses with an amazing selection of gifts, assortment of confectionery, home made delectables and an enchanting array of decorative articles  for the holiday season. I found the hand made items like crochet and knitted works, paintings and mixed media art work absolutely fabulous. A lot of children were having a great time as they busied themselves decorating cookies and cup cakes, a fun activity offered at several stalls. The weather was perfect for those who wanted to grab some lunch or coffee and sit outside and enjoy their time. The venue was packed with visitors when I was there around 11 am. Suddenly I hear an announcement that Santa had arrived and lo there he was sporting sunglasses, seated on a special chair beside a lovely Christmas tree surrounded by a swarm of happy parents taking photos and children awaiting their gifts. 

If you missed this bazaar, and would like to attend one, there is a Holiday Bazaar coming up on Friday 2nd December at the same venue, by different organizers. I expect somewhat similar wares at the bazaar. Timings would be 10.30am to 8pm. Entrance fee of 1 KD.

FANAN FLOWERS EXPO AT 360 MALL

Yesterday was the last day of the Fanan Flower Expo at 360 Mall. I've always enjoyed visiting flower shows and expos, so ofcourse I didn't want to miss it. Fanan Flower Expo had exhibits by florists, landscape designers, wedding decor vendors and chocolatiers. Though the expo was a small one, it was certainly interesting. The exquisite floral arrangement with fresh flowers of pastel and luminous colors were displayed using both eco friendly and non conventional accessories, elegant furniture with floral decor for weddings or special occasions, indoor and outdoor plants and few garden furniture in wood, definitely offered the visitors an experience of beauty and creativity. An artistically decorated traditional Kuwaiti wedding theme stall in green was stunning.  The young lady at the stall told me that green was the color for happiness. Some of the stalls had the sweetest of delectable treats, chocolates and middle eastern confectionery with interesting and traditional fillings. Who doesn't like being gifted beautiful flowers and delicious chocolates.Right? 

Here are some photos I took of yesterday's exhibition.