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Friday, June 5, 2009

Piñata Party!

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bUILD

What: Adult Piñata, Party Shop, 327 Abdul Rehman Street, next to Bata Shoes, Crawford Market, call 23442013, starts at Rs 275.

Why: Give these guys a couple of days and your design of choice, and they’ll build a customised piñata for your next fiesta. Read on for recommendations on goodies you can stuff it with, along with the usual suspects – mini alcohol bottles, flavoured condoms, confetti – that’ll have your friends scrambling like a bunch of kids.

When: At your next house party, when you want to beat that horse to death.

pOUR DOWN

What: Crazy match boxes, Loose Ends, off Linking Road, the lane opposite Shoppers Stop, Bandra (W), Rs 50 for 5.

Why: Because your singles need a quirky match-maker. On these boxes, Delhi-based designer Nikki D superimposes cool graphics with random words like ‘Good Dilli Buoy’, ‘Suhaagraat’ and ‘Lazy Cow’.

When: You need a ‘Good Dilli Buoy’ to light your fire.

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What: Hand-made soaps with olive oil, Nyassa, Delta House, 18th Road, Khar (W), start at Rs 100.

Why: Loaded with 80% olive oil and available in over 20 scents, these little handmade soaps are perfect for a piñata pour down.

When: You want to turn your soiree into a soap opera. Shop there this weekend for a 30% discount.

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What: Vodka, Mint and Chocolate Lollipops, Pure Sin, Pil Court, Churchgate, call 22000267 to order, Rs 20 each.

Why: A bpb brainchild, these grown-up lollipops are like Caprioska-candies on a stick. Pure Sin’s still experimenting, but chances are that they could make these for you with other liquors as well.

When: You want to serve some punch drunk love.

bROWSE

What: Fle@Night, Golden Manor Hotel, next to Alfredo’s, Juhu.

Why: This midnight market may not be the place to shop for a new wardrobe, but with vendors like Make-Up Lounge, Paper Cellar Stationary, and Galleria Verdant Bonsai, you’re bound to score some fun piñata stuffers.

When: June 7, 4 pm to 1 am.

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