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Where to Go in New York: Formspring.me Question
from Formspring.me: Hi! I'm a Portland girl (like you) and I'm heading off to New York tomorrow to enjoy the city. Any recommendations or places you loved that you'd like to share with me? =] Hi! Wow, New York! I'm no expert, but a couple spots that I enjoyed (and...
Reorganization
Finally! I've got my voice back - la la LA - and Lil Tot seems to be on the mend, after about a week of staying inside and doing NOTHING.I managed to reorganize my tights drawer yesterday with the Perfect Sense Drawer Organizer. I never trust those things that are...
8 Weird Yet Wildly Effective Beauty Tips
We all hear the same tired skin care tips year in and year out. You know the ones…“moisturize daily” and “drink plenty of water.” Effective? Yes. Interesting? No. Here are some WEIRD ways to care for yourself that actually work: 1. I’ll have the Bird Poop Please:...
Coconut-Banana Crunch Muffins Recipe
Lil' Tot loooves the Nick Jr. cartoon Max & Ruby. Like loves. He begs me to watch it every day. It's a sweet little cartoon about Max and his big sister Ruby and her difficulties with keeping him out of trouble. Repeated viewings are also definitely helping...
Interview with Maegan Tintari from …love, Maegan
We all know her as that stylish bombshell who showcases classy, droolworthy outfits with a twist, shares fabulously innovative DIY's, and muses on everything from interior design to favorite books to hair-style tips and tricks. A quick perusal of her blog ....love,...
Who is My Best Friend?: Formspring.me Question
from Formspring.me: who is your best friend? Hmmm....that's a toughie. I've been blessed to have a handful of wonderful, dear friends scattered the world over - London, L.A., Tokyo, Brussels, Honolulu, New York, D.C...but I have not lived in the same town as any of...
The Winner of the Cold Plasma Perricone Giveaway
This was most certainly a toughie. Out of 53 comments, there were some really great ones. But who to choose? Instead of doing it randomly and running the results thru Random.org, I decided to hand-pick someone out of all the entries, leaving the cryptic "Best...
First Day of Spring Outfit & Studded Cardigan DIY
*Forever21 coat (similar here) *Forever21 DIY-studded cardigan *Target striped 3/4-length sleeve shirt (similar here) *silver horseshoe-stamped necklace I won from Lucky Magazine *Aldo padlock bag (similar here, in pink) *Forever21 rhinestone two-finger ring (similar...
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where do you get your metal studs?
Pronged studs I buy from Studsandspikes.com. Iron-on from http://www.i-kandi.com/.You can also buy pronged studs on Etsy or both types at supply stores like M & J Trimming in New York City. Hope that helps!Thanks for your question!xoxoCarlyAsk me anything
V Magazine – Push It Real Good
I'm sure you guys have already seen this already...but I just love this! I am such a Child of the 80's.LOL Photographer: Josh Olins Styling: Clare Richardson Models: Lily Donaldson and Liya Kebede In the March issue of V MAGAZINE (#64), we are treated to this...
Spring Break Looks for Less from Buckle
Pretty PolishFree People Wedding Tank Top $88 / h.i.p. Rose Top $26 / BKE Stella Stretch Jean $74 / BKE Sole Mercury Shoe $36/ Chinese Laundry Snake Purse $56.95 / BKE Ombre Sunglasses $12 / BKE Bead Necklace $12 / BKE Rainbow Bangle Bracelet $12 / BLE Charm Hoop...
H & M in New York
I also managed to stop by H & M while in New York City. We don't have one in Portland (but one is apparently coming this summer! Yay! ...Unless you're one of those people who are against the increasing corporatization and mass-marketed clothing available in a...
Chic Steals Featured On…
VelvetStuddedHeartsSort of similar in layout to BleachBlack or The CobraSnake photography journal...a lovely and inspiring collection of images... The writer is a photographer with her own photography site coming soon.Grishley's BlogFellow Oregonian Amanda Grisham...
Luca Luca Fall/Winter 2010 Collection & Interview with Raul Melgoza
From Sunday, February 14 - Luca Luca showcased their Fall/Winter 2010 Collection.My seating assignment, the Run of Show, and my Press Pass to the Tents. From the press release: "Melgoza's design aesthetic is rooted in classicism, yet his vision incorporates the...