Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Is it Wednesday Already?

It's Wednesday! You know what that means....pinteresting!

Linking up with The Vintage Apple!


This week I am sharing some fun DIYs.

The nice weather gets me in a less lazy mood! Hopefully I'll get some of these done soon!!

1.  How fab is this neon clutch? Just need an ugly clutch from Goodwill some spikes and spray paint!




2. This dress screams spring! I have a plain white dress that I have been trying to decide how to update for awhile, can't wait to try this!




3. I have been meaning to do something with chalk board paint soon! I love this fun cheese board :)




4. I bought a canvas the other day to make this cute print of Cotton, buuuut I spent way too much money at the craft store so it got returned with many other things. I am hoping to make this though some day soon, it would be so cute in a baby's room 10 years from now ;)




5. Since spring is around the corner I think I am going to make a few of these to hang in the trees!



6. Last I leave you with this other great neon bag. Can't wait to bust out some neons for the spring!





Happy Wednesday Yall! Is it bad to say I am already looking forward to the weekend? I am taking a long weekend and I am beyond excited to spend it with friends. Also St. Patty's day will be a good time!


Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Minty Fresh

So I finally got my battery for my camera charged, which means I can take new pictures and upload some I already have taken!

It is going to be a nice week, almost a tights-less week buuuuut not quite. 

So I settled for this outfit, a little lighter but still with tights and boots :)

I am all about the mint trend this season, it is so fun and different for me. So when I saw this dress I needed it! It can be dressed up or down quite easy and it will make a great summer dress because it is so light!

Dress: Charlotte Russe
Sweater: Marshalls (? brand)
Glasses: Zenni Optical
Boots: Baretrap
Watch: Fossil







How about you guys, has anyone jumped on the Mint trend bandwagon yet?


Monday, March 12, 2012

Drugstore Beauty Finds Part III

I have another Drugstore Beauty Finds Guest Post to share with You!

Interested in joining? I need more guests to share!! Go {here} for more information!

Today I have Tara guest posting!



I'm Tara and I blog over at Penniless Socialite.  I am so excited that Carisa is hosting this guest blog series.  I am guilty of purchasing some expensive luxury cosmetic items.  Yes, these products are great, but the dent in my wallet that they leave is not.  There are plenty of great drugstore products that give you the same luxury feel without the exorbitant price.  And I have a deep dark secret to admit, I am a crazy coupon lady.  Yes, I obsessively clip coupons.  But, with my coupon clipping comes cheap, and sometimes free, beauty products.  So, here are some cheap beauty finds that have convinced me to abandon some of my favorite pricey products.

Cream Blush
Blush Review

Blush Review by veggielawyer on polyvore.com



Almay Smart Shade Blush, Target, $7.74 - $8.84
NARS The Multiple, Sephora, $39


I had been looking for a cream blush.  First, I want to preface the review with two things.  First, I love (almost) all of NARS' products.  Their powder blush in Orgasm is my absolute favorite.  Second, a friend had already used the NARS multiple stick before I did my review and absolutely hated it.  Ok, so, NARS's The Multiple is supposed to be a all in one blush, lipstick and eyeshadow.  This already seemed to be a problem for me because these three products are not meant to have the same properties.  It's too chalky for a lipstick, creases too easily for an eye shadow and is way too glittery for a blush.  I am talking high school cheerleader glitter.  the good thing about The Multiple is that it goes on where you put it.  I find that sometimes powder blush gets on your face in wrong places sometimes.  I'm not looking to blush the entire side of my face.  
I found Almay's Smart Shade cream blush had everything I was looking for.  It glides on easily and lasts all day.  It's supposed to change color with your skin tone.  I don't know how much I buy into that, but it does come out of the tube a different color than it goes on your skin.  
The clear winner in my mind was Almay.




Coral Lipgloss
Coral Lip Gloss Review

Coral Lip Gloss Review by veggielawyer on polyvore.com




Buxom Travel in Style Lip Duo in Tara and New Orleans, Sephora (only available in store)





Coral is going to be the hot color this season for lips.  I am a Buxom fan.  I really think it's the best lipgloss out there.  The Travel Duo is fantastic, but a bit pricey at $18 since these really are only half sizes.  It comes with a lip stick and gloss to put over it.  However, I found that I got the same effect, and maybe even a nicer coral color with Revlon's Super Lustrous Lipgloss.  AND you can often get this super cheap because Revlon has coupons in the newspaper all the time.  So, this one time, Buxom loses.  I'm still loyal to Buxom and I don't think I'll switch from my everyday gloss, but Revlon has me for coral.



Foundation



Foundation Review

Foundation Review by veggielawyer on polyvore.com



Revlon Photoready Airbrush Mousse, Target, $10.49
Dior AirFlash Spray Foundation, Sephora, $62




Spray on foundation is amazing.  However, it's not cheap.  My life was turned upside down when MAC discontinued their spray foundation.  I searched for a new one for years.  Yes,  literally, years.  The only one I found that even compared to MAC's was Dior's Airflash.  Airflash is great.  It's light and doesn't dry out your skin.  But, it's $62!!!  I've only tried it in stores and never took the plunge.  So, Revlon's Photoready Airbrush foundation isn't an aerosol, but it's just as light and 1/6 of the cost.  It actually kind of bubbles when it comes out of the container.  I can wear it all day without getting that caked on look by 5pm.



If you find some great drugstore products that compare to luxury brands, let me know!






Saturday, March 10, 2012

11 Things: A little bit about me!

Today I am going to join in on another fun "game" and tell you guys a little bit more about me :)

here are the rules:
post a photo of yourself and 11 random things
answer the questions set for you in the original post
create 11 new questions and tag people to answer them
go to their blog/twitter and tell them you've tagged them. 


1. My favorite color is pink!! I am such a girly girl :)

2. I have what my hubs calls "toe thumbs" yes my thumbs look like big toes ;)

3. I love to sing, my friends can attest to this, but the best part is I am no good at singing I should be saving that for the professionals haha

4. My favorite snack is fritios and french onion dip :) someone told me once it was a little bizarre but try it you will thank me!!

5. I have an obsession with designer clothes. I can't really afford them but designer brands do make me happy!!

6. I can't bake worth crap. I can maybe make cookies, but I usually can't even do that!

7. Going off of the last one. It doesn't really matter to me because I don't like chocolate! crazy I know, sometimes I crave it but not often.

8.The hubs and I are highschool sweethearts. We have been together since freshman year in highschool!!

9. I don't follow directions when I cook. I look at a recipe's ingredients and then wing it basically, not always smart!

10. My favorite band is The Decembrists. I love indie music :)

11. I walked down the aisle to "Flightless Bird" by Iron and Wine! (listen here)


I was tagged by Erica Simpson at Style of a Songbird, below are her questions!

1. what are three of your favorite blogs and why? 

I have so many!! The one I have been following the longest before I started blogging is J's Everyday Style. Love it! She posted outfits daily that are easy to recreate :)

2. what was the best meal you made last month?

Oy! I don't know....Curry Chicken

3. what is your dream vacation?

I am dreaming of going to Europe again. Really anywhere.

4. what is one of your favorite quotes? 

Not a quote person so I don't have one

5. what is the best deal you've gotten for something recently? 

I just bought 2 pairs of shoes at DSW on sale!! 

6. how do you de-stress?

Wine. ha!

7. what celebrity would you like to hang out with for a day?

Rachel Bilson. She is so cute!

8. what is one thing you wish you could do?  

Play the guitar as good as my hubs.

9. what is one thing that you let yourself 'splurge' on?

Bags! Just bought a new one for quite the price :)

10. what's your favorite drink at starbucks?  

Latte.

11. what is one thing you are looking forward to?

Vacation!!!

If your interested in joining the 11 things party you can answer the questions below :) leave a comment or tweet me (@isacar5) with your link!


1. What was the first blog you started following?
2. Why do you blog?
3. What's your favorite thing about the weekend?
4. What's your favorite movie?
5. What's your favorite restaurant?
6. Do you have pets, if so what kind, if no why?
7. Do you have a favorite vacation spot?
8. Favorite craft project?
9. Favorite book?
10. What is the first store you go to when you want to go shopping?
11. What is one thing you are looking forward to?



Friday, March 9, 2012

Long Week but It's FRIDAY!!

High five you guys it is Friday, we have finally made it! 
It has been a long week. 
I have been super busy at work and we are dog sitting this week, a dog with some emotional problems. 
On top of it two nights ago someone tried to get into our house because they were drunk, it was very frightening!!

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Anyways I am linking up with Lauren at My Grey Desk for High Five for Friday!

I also have been doing the March Photo a Day from Fat Mum Slim's blog. 


I thought I could combine the two a little bit!

1. Loving my hubs and his funny smile! Glad he is around to protect me from the drunks lol


2. I won a giveaway from The Budget Babe! Check out my bag that is coming in the mail sometime soon!


3. We have decided to start looking for houses! A bit nerve racking but I am excited to see what is in store, Ill be sad to leave this neighborhood though!


4. I made it through the work week, being one of the only ones there! I was sooo swamped this week I am just glad it is almost over :)



5. Lastly I was so excited that it was 65 degrees the other day! I was at the office all day and when I left around 5:30 it was beautiful! So I took the worst picture ever of my thermometer haha


6. Bonus number 6, I got new shoes! Love love love!



Happy Friday! I hope you guys have a great weekend :)



Thursday, March 8, 2012

My Latest Obsession

Has anyone checked out the no. 2 pencil skirts from Jcrew? 
I am in love!

Below are a few of my favs

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Lets face it though $110.00 is quite steep for a skirt!

Since I can't afford the wonderful Jcrew skirts I resorted to making a few of my own and thrifting!

Here is an amazing tutorial to make a pencil skirt. So far I have made 2! They probably take 2 hours, but if you can get fabric for for less than $110 it is for sure worth it!

Pencil Skirt from Scratch Baby

Below are two that I have made! Sorry no outfit photos :( the hubs was gone.




If you can't sew, thrifting is the perfect option! Check out this aqua skirt I got at Salvation Army!



How about you, what are your ways to find something cheaper?




Wednesday, March 7, 2012

I Love Pinterest!

***Side note I reached 50 viewers overnight without even knowing! ahhh! You guys are awesome! Ps. Lookout for a giveaway maybe coming soon :)***

I am linking up for the best day of the week!



Theme this week: DIY Jewelry


1. My girl over at You Will Rejoice made this and I am in love! Sooo fun








2. These knot earrings are to die for and so easy!!



3. Look at these fun earrings. Love the buttons and these are very chic!


4. I have been dying to make this bracelet I bought the supplies. Hopefully I can show you my version soon!


5. These are fun studs! I have the supplies for these as well I just haven't made them yet, on the to do list!










Linking up here too! Go check out her blog, so fun!



Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Drugstore Beauty Finds Part II

I landed another guest blog! I am over at Emmy June talking about my Honeymoon trip to New Orleans!! Check it out!

Tuesday Travel Diaries

Since I am over there I thought I would share another Drugstore Beauty Finds Guest Post with You! The one on Saturday by the beautiful Erica was a hit! Thank you guys for making this so great!

You can view Erica's post {here} if you missed it!

Interested in joining? I need more guests to share!! Go {here} for more information!

Today I have Amy guest posting!

Hello! I'm Amy from You Will Rejoice. Even though I love to browse through pages of beauty magazines, I can't always afford all the designer makeup brands I would love to own. Carisa is hosting a series of guest posters who feature their affordable, drugstore, beauty necessities. Thanks Carisa for this great idea, I'm excited to hear what others have to contribute too!

Here are my essentials:

I usually buy all these products at either Meijer, Walgreens, or Target.

1. Neutrogena Naturals Purifying Facial Cleanser [$7.99]


// I love this facewash! I use it every evening and morning. It's gentle and doubles as a makeup remover. One pump (a dime size amount) is enough to wash your face. And, a bottle usually lasts me two-three months.
2. Neutrogena oil-free Moisture [$8.99]

// I've been using this face moisturizer for over two years and it's never failed me. It's oil-free and always leaves my skin feeling clean and fresh. It also has SPF 15, so I'm always protected from the sun, even if I forget to wear sunscreen. I use a pea-sized dollop of moisturizer every morning and evening (after I wash my face) and a bottle lasts me 4-5 months.


3. L'Oreal Eyesahdow in Canyon Stone [$3.99]

// These colors are what I use for my base eye shadow. I highlight my eyebrow arches with #1 and #2 and then use #3 and #4 for accentuation and blending.




4. L'Oreal Hip concentrated shadow duo in Saucy [$3.99]

//I use this combination of light and dark brown shadow to add some shimmer to my eyelids. It's light and not too glamorous for everyday wear, which is nice!

***I recently did splurge by buying Clinique foundation, powder, and blush, but until then, I hadn't worn any foundation coverage. I was too nervous to trust myself buying drugstore foundation and powder--I didn't know if I could match my skin, or even what brands or specific products to try! So, I caved and went to the Clinique counter at Macy's, where a very nice lady matched my skin and helped me pick out products. However, it was a pricy splurge.  I'm hoping that someone else does guest post that features affordable and reliable foundation, powder, and blush so I can transition to a more affordable option!


Now make sure you go check out Amy's blog and show her some love!
Also she has a sweet Etsy store that you should check out {here}