Bliss in My Eyes: My Style

Thursday, June 30, 2011

My Style

I have always wondered since I stopped working everyday- what is my style now. I felt I had lost a since of self because I had nothing to get into those work clothes for- I had pj's and jeans. Nothing to just go shopping- I was simply a work- aholic and a mom. So it was either sweats or work clothes.

So the last few months I watched for sales at some of my favorite stores. I looked through magazines at what was the "it" look of the moment- hmmm, I am not 18 and I am not living in Hollywood making millions. So, my search continued. I finally decided, it had to be comfy enough to pull kids out of car seats, go to parks and run errands. Although I wanted to look chic- in my own right. I am an artsy person by nature and decided that all I really needed were a pair of great jeans (and jean shorts) a few sun dresses, lots of layering tank tops and several scarves and accessories. Some of this I already had so I dug out last years tank tops looked through my accessories, and then filled in. It wasn't all that expensive- but I love it, it is my style that makes me comfy in my own skin, yet feel like I look nice. I am no longer sweats only momma.
Plus I feel like with the layering and the scarves and accessories and such, I am in my own way artistically putting together an outfit everyday- and I love it. (Yes there are still at home sweat pants days that we all must have, but know I feel different about myself somehow.

So my friends I suggest you look throughout your closet and if you are feeling blue about the lack of excitement head out to Ann Taylor Loft- they have everything 40% off and if something was already on sale you get 40% off the sale price- and they have accessories galore- scarves (my new obsession!) and lots of tanks and sunglasses all kinds of things to make you feel like a diva- in your own way and your own right! Go get your shopping done and your glow back!

Plus you could always head on over to My friends etsy shop Navvare Charm and look through her unique purses and also take a peek at Jeanne Oliver's stuff- both these ladies are very talented in their work!

Have a great day and here is to hoping you have a tad of sunshine wherever you may be!

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Where to find spring goodies on a budget

I found some of my liners and sprinkles, at Jo-ann's they have great coupons right now, which will really reduce your cost on supplies.

If you wanted to make a paper banner check out your local shops, buy them by bulk (in the books) if you will be making a long banner or just as many single sheets as needed!

The dollar store usually has a few bits of this and that to make your holiday table fabulous.

Look for cheap little easter egg nests, or a few cute little birds to add to your table.

Make your treats from scratch.

The steps to a perfect card class in a package.

Then in a flat envelope put the pre pasted cards, pre- cut card- stock and blank envelopes and cards etc. this should be #1, but put a personal letter inside about the gift that says open first.
package any brads, rhinestones, flowers, any cards stock items they will have to adhere such as words that match or maybe a initial. Place in a bumble wrap envelope right on it #2. and seal.
Pre- cut papers, paste a few. put little items in little bags or tiny envelopes. If you have ever been to a card class you know how they have each item sorted for you to make it super quick & easy. Usually if it's quick we do not become overwhelmed.
Finding your product. Look around for sales or items slashed in price. Then buy a small assortment of adornments. Also buy blank cards if not in your stock pile of artsy crafty love!

The creative place we call home.

The other day I walked into my house and realized all the different labors of love I have put into the home we have and even just that day. The valentines that I created with my kids, the oven smelling fresh of Daddy's birthday cake. The pillows I strategically place on my couch. Down to how I store my makeup brushes in the bathroom. The basket of assorted hydrangeas I made to set atop a ledge with so much personality, it makes me wish I could take that basket out back and pick flowers from my meadow. The pants lined up for me to hem, the skirt I am sewing for my little one. And yet, it is a lot to do. But in each "chore" I get to use my talents to make myself proud of my favorite place, Home.

I loved making these flowers

Do you ever wonder what makes your mind go off to wander and switch onto a new project? Is it an image in a magazine, something that inspires you and makes you want to learn how. All I know is I would loose myself in these flowers in a almost zen type way at a time in my life when my mind needed to calm and my heart needed to heal, it gave me that. My art gives more peace and zen to my life every day. That is why I am thankful for having it, it came to me when I needed it most and I know it is always there to help me survive the hills and valleys of life.

Supply list

- plain bulk cards with matching envelope's

- scissors

-glue stick, liquid glue also if dealing with raised papers

-A few stamps

-start a button collection

-ribbon 1 package that matches which paper you choose

- Get a stack of colored card stock that is smaller in size then your card, that way you always have a pre-cut, colored paper to match your design.

- a good black stamp pad - you can always used colored pencils to add color to your stamps.

- A line of several pieces of paper that match your ribbon, you may also choose to purchase the other items in that line.

the rest are things that you may want but not necessary.

- rinestones

-pearls

-glitters

-embossing supplies

- assorted colored cards

-more stamp pads and actual stamps

- and truly anything that tickles your fancy!

Have fun collecting! You will see, and have seen some of my choice supplies!

Collecting fabulous supplies can be addicting!

You will soon learn how wonderful different embellishments make your products look! So set a budget it is my advice- maybe decide what project you are working on- maybe a little girls birthday and you do not have that paper etc. for something that is not general like this I suggest buying a few pieces of the larger papers and maybe a sheet of flowers or butterflies, something you could use on another card- I have a stamp of a antique baby carriage, which I bought because I made some baby shower invites- so I knew I would get the use out of them. So I guess my advice is buy only what you need and you will be surprised at what you have left over!

Beauty products~ back to my roots

My first love of a career belonged to hair and nails. Then I feel in love with the craft of makeup- do not snicker at the skill this takes! I had to go to a class to learn how to apply makeup to another person- harder than you may think! Although, I was instantly in love- in love with making people instantly glow. My makeup of choice was Mirabella. Again a very natural company! You find it mainly in salons. So my point is- go get a makeover some day, from a lady that you like her look. Not the scary lady that has 3 shades of blue eyeshadows, and red blush! Unless well, that is your thing:) I promise you will feel refreshed- even if you don't buy anything, you may pick up a tip or two and feel a instant bounce to your step!

The look of my new page

Teaching younger generations

With internet and e- cards I think it is so important to share with our next generation that paper and pen and stamps all work together to make magic. I have taught my kids since they could stick a sticker on a card to make cards for people. We haven't always had a lot of money but we had supplies and we had time together, time I used to show them how to care for someone else and show them how much you care. Making cards, coloring pictures and sending them. Making Christmas presents. It is all something I have always loved and I want to pass that down to them. Also the love of wrapping with purpose- thinking about the person you are giving the gift to, not picking the paper and bows you like. We usually make our own wrap. So here is to teaching our children how important it is to keep this tradition alive. To be a giving, caring soul.

BUTTER~ London

Wanted to let you all in on a wonderful find- maybe you already have had the luck of coming across this product - BUTTER, london. I know they have wonderful polishes and lotions, I am hoping to find time to look into them a bit more- but they basically are a company who puts none of the added chemicals that aren't really needed to make us lovely ladies feel gorgeous! They call themselves a 3 free company. Hope to have pictures of this on my next post as well. But, check them out if you get the chance- never knew how polish could make you feel spoiled!

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Thursday, June 30, 2011

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