Wish I had thought of that!

There are so many things I purchase or see and say "wish I had thought of that!" Some women have taken ideas to either make life easier or provide a much needed service, and in turn made a significant amount of income from their venture. Do you ever have an idea, to find later someone actually put it into play? That happens to me quite often.

I am one of those women who loves all the cute summer dresses and tops, but hate being in those freezing cold restaurants, shops or meeting rooms in the summer where it feels like it is 2 below 0. Wearing a heavy sweater or jacket just does nothing for my cute outfit! Plus it is so inconvenient to carry around a sweater in the summertime just in case you end up someplace that is freezing. I have so often thought why can't there be something to keep us warm, other than hot flashes, while wearing these cute sleeveless tops and dresses?

I recently came across just the product that helps in this situation. The item I found is called "Chilly Jilly". It was invented by a woman who was looking for a solution to the problem I have described. She not only developed something to use when the temperature is too cool for our summer outfits, but she also came up with something that fits in your purse. The woman is a genius. The Chilly Jilly is a shawl that is lightweight, crease-free and does the job of keeping the chill out.

I purchased a couple for my girlfriend as a gift. She said they are great because they fit in your purse and easy to take on travel. I purchased two for myself, one black and one white.

This item has really taken off. Jill Boehler, Designer and Founder of Chilly Jilly, was recently featured in More Magazine and on The Today Show. Good for you Jill! It is so great to see a woman take an idea and turn it into a money making venture.

You can purchase these wonderful little wraps on line, ChillyJilly.com, or at local boutiques. I purchased mine online and received them in just a couple days. Since my first purchase, Jill has expanded her line of items she now offers. Looks like this great idea has led to more!

Picture above shows the Chilly Jilly in its small carry bag!