7/5/11

Stacked Bracelets

Want a tip on one of the newer fashion trends? 
Stacking bracelets.
gives quick DIY for those who want to try it out, but don't know where to start!



Have anything you can use to join in on the fun? 
Try to remember how you made those floss friendship bracelets from grade school. 
Raid your grandmothers drawers to find watches that no longer work.
Use that extra long brightly colored necklace you don't wear anymore.

Want to go all bright? Pick one color and repeat the theme in your jewelry as well as your outfit.
Or go neutral with your clothing and add lots of color on your wrists.


Prefer charms?

Pick different textures, and sizes for the most interesting looks.

Stop by A Pair and a Spare to see even more awesome examples!


6/29/11

Golden Book Gown

What do you do when you come across books that can no longer be read?
 Most throw them away if there are enough pages torn out or damaged.
What is a better idea? Find something new you can do with them.
Turn them into a dress.


That is exactly what Ryan Novelline came up with.
He collected little Golden Books and designed a dress made out of them. Even the little golden book spines make up the bodice of this dress. Each piece is sewn together, and even organized by color stripes.
The perfect mix and example of sustainable fashion.



Interested in reading the entire story?
You can see detailed shots of the process at Ryans website!
While over there, take a peek at the rest of his site.

6/28/11

Cupcakes in a Jar

Ever want to know how to make a cupcake in a jar without having to stick the jar itself in the oven? Here's a great post on how to do it. I recently purchased one of these lovelies from someone online. Through my experience with it, I recommend going a little lighter on the frosting, or doing multiple layers. Perhaps make the frosting "airy" and don't pack it, there is nothing worse then a mouth full of thick frosting with no cake in it!




Once you have the idea down, play around with it and try a recipe that is a little more healthy! The one above uses Paula Deans.

Here's one from Eating Well

6/20/11

Clocks




Day, n. 
A period of twenty-four hours, 
mostly misspent. 
                                                       ~Ambrose Bierce

6/14/11

First Date


Are we like those bored couples
you feel sorry for
in restaurants? Are we the dining 
dead?


Quote from Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Print from OriginalYouth