Crafts
Socks for Japan
care packets of new socks to send to the survivors in temporary shelters As you all probably are aware, on Friday, March 11, Japan suffered a devastating 9.0-magnitude earthquake off the northeast coast, that brought an enormous tsunami (tidal wave) that washed...
My Cross Jewelry Featured on Shout Out to You!
Yay! I think this is the first time I've seen a photo of someone wearing one of the pieces I've made. Joni looks absolutely beautiful, and I love the sweatpants combination with my cross rings! On her right hand: Silver Itty Bitty Cross Ring. On her left hand:...
DIY Resin Watermelon Shrinky Dink Zac Posen Brooch
Actually it's a DIY of a Yazbukey brooch that was featured in the Spring 2011 Z Spoke by Zac Posen show...but that title was a little long.;-) This is unfortunately the best photo I have of the original. Img by Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com. Remember those pieces? Or...
Inspired Alert! Newport-News Ruffled-Front Sandals
I've been hemming and hawing about DIY'ing these lovely ruffled Christian Louboutins for awhile. It would be so simple to curl and fold up a piece of leather, creating those frills, and stitch the bottom onto a "pad" that you could tie on or clip on to the front of...
Coming Soon: DIYs I’m Working On
There are a number of pieces that have been on my mind for awhile but I've been unable to devote the DIY time since this project for my class is threatening to eat me alive. These items, however, are burned into my brain...and are on deck for some upcoming...
DIY: Corseted White T-Shirt or What to Do with the BF’s old T-shirts #2
My hubby has a ton of white shirts that have seen better days...and sometimes I steal one or two of them to makeover for myself. But men's shirts are so shapeless and boxy, and I want something that isn't as boring as it looks straight out of the package! With a few...
Enter to Win a Pair of Ugg Whooga Boots!
Who's Whooga? you may ask. Whooga is widely recognized as the world’s fastest growing boutique brand of ugg boots. An affordable alternative brand for chilly toes seeking something a little warmer than normal, they achieve this legendary warmth and comfort with...
3.03.11 Outfit: Sheer Skirt and Etsy Preview
Double Cross Itty Bitty Single Earring, Sideways Cross Connection Choker, Large Cross Pendant, Pink Ombre White Faux Fur Tail Bag Charm: handmade by me Wide-neck Sweatshirt and Zipper-detail mini-skirt: H&M Faux aqua druzy ring: Target Double pocket flap bag:...
Introducing New Sponsor for March: Dahlia Soleil Collection (and Giveaway Winner!)
I'm so excited to introduce Chic Steals' newest sponsor for the month of March: Dahlia Soleil Collection If you missed the Slouchy Hat Giveaway post a couple posts back, the line began as a way for creator and owner Paulette to stay home with her newborn daughter as...
DIY Links of the Week 2.27.11
Wow, March already! February always seems to fly by as if on rails, and this year was no exception. I spent a lot of time with my family this month; Hub's parents came to visit, we went skiing and my son had his first-ever skiing adventure, we played in the snow in...
Get the Oscars Jewelry Look for Less
img source How many of you watched the Academy Awards last night? Sadly, I missed it, but was able to catch up this morning on all the coverage courtesy of the vastness that is the Internet. Now, DIY is not usually an option when it comes to glamourous, $10,000+...
LAST DAY to Enter the Dahlia Soleil Collection Slouchy Hat Giveaway!
Yes, the entry period to win this beautiful crocheted hat ends at 11:59 PM PST TONIGHT, so head on over to the giveaway post and get those entries in now! Enter Now Good luck! xoxox Carly
Clip-In Hair Extensions from Japan: Formspring.me Question
Priscilla-brand Clip-In Curly Wigpiece from Formspring.me: Hi there, I have been reading your blog for a while now and quick question. I don't read or speak Japanese but think I might like a clip in 'curly' extension if it is indeed curly. Checked site mentioned but...
DIY Eyelash Extensions
One day I was browsing in my usual drugstore in Hawaii, Lil Tot in tow, when I spied something in the Sally Hansen nail products aisle that stopped me in my tracks. Ardell Duralash Eyelash Extension Kit. DIY eyelash extensions???! It was mid-2007, Talika Lipocils...
2.23.11 Outfit: Maxidress and Orange Lips
Thick-Framed Glasses, Love 21 Slinky Maxidress, Men's Watch: Forever 21 Hammered Twisted Silver Hoop Earrings: Target Faux leather jacket: Kitson (a recent HauteLook purchase) Bow Bag: H&M Manmade Goldstone Rock Candy Ring: my Etsy shop Motorcycle Boots: Zara I've...