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The worst part? Is that I've been washing clothes with just fabric softener for the last few weeks. Hey, at least they smell good, right?<br />
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It helps when you take time to read things. Huh. Imagine that.<br />
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For your favorite little girl, I have this <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/123794259/princess-fairy-tale-reversible-toddler?ref=pr_shop" target="_blank">adorable princess dress</a>.<br />
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I'm truly in love with this <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/119592381/ooak-vintage-reversible-girls-dress" target="_blank">vintage bicycle dress</a>. So adorable and one of a kind.<br />
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For the Scottie dog lovers, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/123791575/scottie-dog-toddler-girls-size-4t?ref=pr_shop" target="_blank">this dress is pure awesome</a>.<br />
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For the cook, baker, crafter and/or gardener, I have some great aprons. Like<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/124915398/black-grey-white-and-gold-womans-half" target="_blank"> this one</a> or <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/124912598/ooak-vintage-fabric-womans-half-apron?ref=v1_other_2" target="_blank">that one</a>.<br />
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Any ideas you think I should make? I have superhero capes and working on embroidered coasters and some fun monster dolls. Also have a felt paper doll rolling around in my mind. Plus, I am trying to take my girl's tunic and redo the pattern for women's sizes. How cute would the be with a belt at the waist, some skinny jeans/regular jeans and some cute flats? Although I don't own skinny jeans. Or flats - but I have a gift card to Kohls! Woot! Leopard print flats here I come!<br />
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And you know what - that's part of life - but choosing not to let your demons, your crap, rule your life is truly living. It's realizing that we only have one life to live and to give yourself every chance to live it to the fullest.<br />
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Yes, some days I would really rather pull the blankets over my head and ignore the world, but I force myself to get up. To get dressed. To go live. Never once have I regretted living. Never once have I regretted getting up and telling my demons to go fuck off.<br />
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So, here's to living. Here's to giving yourself the best life. You can only do it once, so do it right.<br />
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And seriously, fuck off demons. Go back and party with the skeletons in my closet. I hear they are lonely right about now.Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-9063581888193772342013-01-07T10:20:00.000-08:002013-01-07T10:20:04.147-08:00Hola, me llamo NicoleSometime last month my beloved iron died. I know, (insert sarcasm here) you feel the loss as much as I do. I loved that iron. As a person who sews, your iron is like your best friend. Only it doesn't go shopping with you to tell you when a certain pair of pants makes your butt look fat. Secretly I kind of wish it did, because that iron has seen me through many a hard time sewing in the last two years. I went out shopping to find another suitable iron, bought one, and decidedly hate it. I've already thrown away the box and receipt. Now I am kind of stuck with and iron, who might I add only likes to steam when it wants to. If I want some steam action, I press the steam button and wait. And wait. And wait. Then as I start to iron something I don't need to use steam with, it lets out a huge gust of steamy air, pissing me off in the process. I think it might by possessed or maybe it just secretly likes wrinkles. Either way now I feel like I HAVE to use this iron I already paid for. What to do, what to do....... Are there magical iron fairies somewhere out there that deliver new and fabulous irons to good little boys and girls?<br />
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In other news, I have many a fun new project on the drafting table this year. Lots of ideas floating around in my head, hopefully I will be able to share them with you, plus a side of sarcasm. A blog from me doesn't feel the same unless it's laced with loads of sarcasm and an occasional swear word thrown in there for good luck. Bet you didn't know swearing brings good luck. There, see? You <b>do</b> learn something new every day. <i>You're welcome. </i>Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-14402435532208848352013-01-04T12:28:00.000-08:002013-01-04T12:28:59.981-08:00Look maw, it's 2013!Happy new year to all 5 of you......2 of you who still stop by and still read my random drivel! I hope everyone had a fab holiday. We decided a day before we were hosting a New Year's Eve to switch rooms around in our house, thus creating a massive mess! Obviously, we like to thrive on stress. And caffeine with an occasional beer thrown in the mix. My stepson moved out, so we moved my son (8 going on 35) into the now empty room. Then we turned my son's old room into a toy room where all video games will be relocated (pause for a moment of silence please for how kick ass this is - my precious living room will finally be mine again!). Not to mention I was able to move all Legos and Polly Pockets to the toy room. The bottoms of all mother's feet rejoice in the awesomeness of this. If you have no clue why this is awesome, then go find a Lego, throw it on the floor, take off your shoes and socks, turn off the lights and step on the Lego. I bet you just yelled many a 4 letter swear word, didn't you? Now you understand. By creating a toy room we were able to move many a toy out of the basement table, including a huge table that will now be used for Lego building and craft making. By doing this we opened up a crap ton of room in the basement where my studio lives. Do you understand what this means for me?<br />
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If you need me, I will be downstairs sewing. And gazing longingly at my fabric.Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-89243629960852295762012-11-27T08:30:00.000-08:002012-11-27T08:30:11.820-08:00To gift or not to gift<img alt="" src="https://img.bzzagent.com/image/meijerMountedPhotos.jpg?Type=activity&Activity=5322981656&Campaign=1112424148&Uid=1372610&token=303e9109107599a5ff268f8f660f4c1b" /><br />
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I also noticed that Meijer had other photo options, such as photo mugs and calenders. I now have some good ideas for some Christmas presents for those hard to shop for people. A photo mug would make a great gift for my dad. At first I was going to give the mounted photo to my mother-in-law as a Christmas gift, but the photo looks really nice up on my mantle. I may just have to keep it for myself........<br />
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-74634836507512632642012-11-20T07:23:00.001-08:002012-11-20T07:25:17.612-08:00From Wolverine Blue & Gold to Sparty Green<img alt="" src="https://img.bzzagent.com/image/aura.jpg?Type=activity&Activity=9994143414&Campaign=9558742616&Uid=1372610&token=44ce092d8f9106365a008c0dd499b990" /><br />
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When we moved into our house 5 years ago, my son Aaron's new room was done in University of Michigan Blue and Gold colors. Fast forward five years later and my son is now a die hard Michigan State Sparty fan, who loathes his blue and gold room. We used Benjamin Moore Aura Waterborn Interior Paint and finally (after many months of begging from said child) updated his room, fit for a Sparty Fan. I received a free can of paint from Benjamin Moore through this fabulous website called <a href="https://www.bzzagent.com/" target="_blank">BzzAgent</a>. At first I was worried that we would have to use multiple coats of paint to cover the blue and gold, but was surprised that it only took one coat, with a few touch ups. The best part about this paint is that it is lower in VOCs <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/portals/bmps.portal?_nfpb=true&_br=1&_pageLabel=fh_home&np=public_site/articles/promotions/promo_greenpromise_experience" target="_blank">(check out here for more info about VOCs)</a> and is better for your family and the environment. Best of all, I now have a very happy son!<br />
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Who the heck was I kidding? Okay, to be fair she does sleep through the night a good part of the time, but then she goes through spurts, painful, agonizing spurts where she does not sleep. Last night (this morning?) I rolled over, just shy of 2:30 am to find a pair of big blue eyes staring at me. I don't know about you, but waking up to someone staring at you is just creepy. Or maybe that's just me remembering the year I had a stalker ex-boyfriend. Whatever.<br />
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My main seller at all my fairs and on my Etsy page are my little girl dresses. Only I can't stay focused enough to make the same dress 8500 different times and stay happy. I have to make something new. This is the same thing with jewelry making and drawing. I can only stand to make things for so long and then I have to stop. Thankfully my love of fun fabric at least keeps me interested in sewing. I just have to broaden my horizons to make new and fresh items. It's the only way to keep up my craft mojo. If I don't then you'll just find me sitting on the couch with a package of Oreos and NCIS reruns. And possibly drooling. Oreo cookie drool is not pretty people.<br />
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1. Buttons. Dude, the whole button hole making thing scares me.<br />
2. Sewing knits. Double needles. Shudder.<br />
3. Spiders bigger than a nickel. 'Nuff said.<br />
4. Pinworm<br />
5. Sewing with knits.<br />
6. Toddlers on sugar highs<br />
7. Man colds<br />
8. Car repairs<br />
9. That bad smell in the refrigerator you just can't find.<br />
10. Paper cuts. Dude, they hurt like a mofo.<br />
11. Pleated pants<br />
12. Socks with sandals<br />
13. Those socks that have toes separated. I'm sorry. My toes were meant to touch each other.<br />
14. Bugs with lots of legs.<br />
15. My sewing machine breaking. <br />
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I have enough for maybe 2 reversible bags. I cannot wait to make them. They will be fabulous, with a capital FAB! I have my first fall craft fair next weekend, the 28th and 29th. I will not be putting any new items up on Etsy until after the fair as I am having trouble keeping my stock up. (Also, on my cutting table is an Elvis Bag. Total awesomesauce.) Squeee!!!!!!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-72630561959510351862012-09-18T12:58:00.000-07:002012-09-18T12:58:16.330-07:00Boo-yahSo, my lovely sweet daughter decided it would be fun to come down with a 102 fever. Why? I have no clue. She's three and refuses to wear blue jeans. No one understands her. The fever finally disappears after two days and then she breaks out in the mother load of hives. HIVES. I've never seen a hive in all my 32 years. Safe to say, I know what they look like now. I don't do hives. Just like I don't do fungal infections, pinworms (gag me), and lice. The girl had to go and make me a liar. Hives, of the unexplained variety. Doc said just to give benadryl. In the meantime my kid looked like she was mutating or played is some radioactive alien ooze. Shall we list the ailments of this summer courtesy of both my children? Oh why not, it will be FUN**:<br />
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Reaction from injections placed into my son's plantar warts that earned a trip to urgent care due to the random WTF is going on with your foot syndrome. Also, it was Sunday and the doctor's office was closed.<br />
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** This post is brought to you by lots and lots of sarcasm.<br />
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-72826883276181490232012-09-06T09:27:00.001-07:002012-09-06T09:27:22.442-07:00Bags, bags, and more bagsI have been really into making tote bags lately. I love the comfort of them. They have a touch of structure to them and hang nicely on your shoulder. The straps aren't too long. I think I am in love. Plus, I have been using a duck fabric (think canvas), as it helps give the structure a regular cotton wouldn't be able to do.<br />
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I also love that they are reversible - change when your outfit changes! This is a medium sized tote - about 12.5 x 13. I am planning on adding a larger tote to my line, like a beach sized tote. So much fun! Woot!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-40284233183543267162012-08-31T12:35:00.001-07:002012-08-31T12:35:37.989-07:00I need a napSing it with me!<br />
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Catchy little ditty, no? Sing it to any tune you'd like. I'm an equal opportunity song maker that way.<br />
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Have a safe Labor Day weekend!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-24354534093095396912012-08-30T07:04:00.000-07:002012-08-30T07:04:34.958-07:00A new bag!I've been in a bag kick lately. I think I will be offering a few in my shop and make some for the fair I am doing next month. They are super cute and just a very comfortable bag to carry. Does that make any sense? I use a duck fabric for one side and a 100% cotton for the other. The best part is that you can totally throw them in the washing machine if they get dirty.<br />
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I really love the reversible look. This is a medium sized bag and I am think of doing a large bag that would be good for a beach tote. The straps on this bag are a little thinner than I like, but I've changed it for next time. Hopefully I will get the bag listed on Etsy tomorrow. The hubster has the camera for a football game tonight. I think we might be reaching a point that I need to get my own camera. </div>
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-40225814924939162292012-08-28T08:08:00.001-07:002012-08-28T08:08:34.719-07:00Can I just sit and pet this fabric all day long?I think my self proclaimed love of fabrics is obvious. In truth, I'm not the greatest seamstress, but I can pick fabrics out like nobody's business. A few months ago I had an awesome week in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Funklicious?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>, so I let myself indulge a tiny bit in buying some designer fabrics. I don't usually buy the really good stuff, as it costs a crap ton of money and I would have to charge a lot more for my stuff to recover the price. I am so happy I gave in to my fabric weakness.<br />
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This is from the new Alexander Henry line. I picked it up from Fabricworm. It truly does make a difference in working with the good stuff. The feel of the fabric is unbelievable. I sat there petting it last night as I was sewing it. I may have asked my husband to feel the fabric too. He didn't understand and thought I was off my rocker, but whatever. Hopefully, I will get this dress listed on Etsy tonight. It will cost a bit more then my usual dresses, but believe me, it is oh so worth it. Trust me.<br />
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(OKay fine, I probably am off my rocker. What's your point?)Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-54899320959479023892012-08-27T13:42:00.001-07:002012-08-27T13:42:54.056-07:00Looky!!I made a bag! Woot!<br />
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1. I have horribly chapped lips that like to crack and yell at me. (And yes, I do drink lots of water.) I fell in love with the <a href="http://www.sephora.com/sugar-lip-treatment-spf-15-P57002?skuId=1190529" target="_blank">Fresh</a> line of lip gloss. It makes my lips very happy. The problem being that it is $22.50 for a tube that doesn't last a lifetime. Thankfully, the other day I stumbled on <a href="http://www.niveausa.com/products/lip-care/A%20Kiss%20of%20Intense%20Mositure" target="_blank">Nivea Intense Moisturizer</a>. It was $1.99 for sale and I love it long time. Not as awesome as Fresh, BUT it really works and for $1.99 I'm all over it.<br />
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2. <a href="http://www.maybelline.com/Products/Eye-Makeup/Mascara/Great-Lash-Waterproof-Mascara.aspx" target="_blank">Maybelline Great Lash mascara</a>. Seriously hands down the best mascara ever. Plus, it's usually around $5 and you can find coupons. My only Debbie Downer about this product is the lack of fun colors. I love me some purple or blue mascara.<br />
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3. Pond's Cold Cream. This shit removes all the eye make up off in one swipe - without having to scrub all your eyelashes off. My grandma used it everyday and easily had the best looking skin I've ever seen on a 96 yr old lady.<br />
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4. Wet n' Wild nail polish. The best. Stays on 10 times longer than the expensive stuff, and less than $2 a bottle, you can't beat it.<br />
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5. <a href="http://www.revlon.com/Revlon-Home/Products/Eyes/Eye-Shadow/Revlon-Colorstay-16-Hour-Eyeshadow-Quad.aspx" target="_blank">Revlon 16 Hr eye shadow</a>. Now these usually run about $12 for a 4 color palette. More than I like to spend, but I wait until CVS runs a buy one get one sale. The shadow seriously stays on all day, especially if you use an eye shadow primer beforehand (Almay sells a nice one).<br />
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Have you found any item lately that knocked your socks off? Do share!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-74473081842791196012012-08-09T10:07:00.002-07:002012-08-09T10:07:50.073-07:00Still in burn outI think it's safe to say that I am still in burn out mode. I haven't sewn in a really long time. Which is NOT helpful seeing that I have a fair at the end of September. A two-day fair. As in I need to make enough stuff to last for two days in a row of selling things. I'm sure you understood what a two-day fair meant, I just needed to clarify it for myself. In hopes of maybe lighting a fire under my ass. It's not like I don't have oodles of adorable new fabric, sitting on my drafting table, calling out to me every night, "Nikki, come sew me. I need to be made into a skirt." Instead I sit on the couch. Or holding a horking up the lung 3 year old.<br />
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Speaking of the horking up the lung three year old, my daughter has pneumonia. That's right, pneumonia. In the SUMMER. Who gets pneumonia in the summer? My DAUGHTER, that's who. Round 2 of antibiotics and I think she might be getting better. Maybe. Kind of. Oh hell, I don't know.<br />
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Better yet, BOTH.Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-64644320743809703852012-08-08T07:59:00.000-07:002012-08-08T07:59:20.120-07:00Back to school shopping partyMake sure ya'll (I don't know why I say ya'll, I live in MI and don't have even the slightest southern drawl) are friends with Funklicious on Facebook, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Funklicious">http://www.facebook.com/Funklicious</a>. I just dropped a really good coupon code for some back to school shopping fun! Double woot!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-64899723918934558672012-08-02T07:53:00.000-07:002012-08-02T07:57:40.883-07:00Beauty on a beer budgetOkay. I'm going to admit it.<br />
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I follow many blogs that talk about their favorite beauty supplies, new hair care products, etc. I'm always interested in finding out what works well for others and what I should look into getting for myself. The thing is - 9 times out of 10, I can't afford the product the blogger is talking about. I am a beauty on a beer budget kind of a gal. (That and I'd rather save my pennies for more important things. Like fabric. And ribbon. And buttons. And more fabric.) I thought I'd write a couple of posts and talk about the products I love and for the most part you can find them at CVS or Target. Most everything is $15 and under.<br />
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1. Cetaphil face wash: Only I go the extra cheap route and buy the store brand. I will admit that after my daughter was born my skin went ape shit. After a year or so, I finally broke down and got Proactive. I am a big fan of Proactive and for $20 you get a cute little introductory kit. And then a month later you get a ginormous kit and they charge your credit card $100. Ooopsies. Make sure you uncheck the automatic order box when you place your introductory order. The $20 kit lasts a long time. And then I just copied the wash treatment by using cheap drug store items. Seriously, store brand Cetaphil runs $7 for a huge jug of it. Well worth it. I am also finding out now that you can buy Proactive like kits made by Aveeno and like brands.<br />
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2. Face Toner: Definitely find a face toner you like. I recommend Aveeno or <a href="http://www.neutrogena.com/product/alcohol-free+toner.do?sortby=ourPicks&from=Search" target="_blank">Neutrogena</a>. Fabulous stuff. I've also been told that Witch Hazel works as a good toner too. Anyone have thoughts on this?<br />
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3. Moisturizer: I like <a href="http://www.aveeno.com/facialcare/positively-ageless-youth-perfecting-moisturizer-with-SPF30" target="_blank">Aveeno</a> for this. And get one that has some SPF in it. Oil of Olay is a good one too.<br />
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5. Body Soap: I use just plain old Dove or Oil of Olay bar soap. It just depends upon which is on sale when I need to buy more. Plus, they are mild enough that my kids can use them.<br />
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6. Lotion: The one area I spend a touch more on because I am addicted to The Body Shop's Olive Body Butter. It's a whopping $19 a container, but I wait until it's on sale or I get a gift card. I refuse to pay full price. REFUSE. If it's not on sale and I don't have a gift card I will buy the Target Brand of Aveeno's body lotion.<br />
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7. Shampoo: I buy what's on sale. Currently I am using Suave's version of Biolage. Although I just got a container of the new <a href="http://www.target.com/s/clear+shampoo+brands?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google&CPNG=health+beauty&adgroup=health+beauty&LNM=Clear%20shampoo%20brands&MT=broad&LID=17p2757834&KID=21b55fe2-31ac-b0c9-b263-00001df28bf0" target="_blank">Clear</a> brand of conditioner and so far I really like it. I will not buy name brand shampoo. $22 for a bottle of Bed Head shampoo is just not worth it. My hair is just as happy when cleaned from stuff I get at CVS.<br />
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8. Styling products: I have curly hair, so I usually use a leave in conditioner. I love Biolage's Leave in treatment, but I don't buy it often because it costs more than $10. I have found that Herbal Essence has a good <a href="http://www.herbalessences.com/en-US/hair-products/curly-hair-products#" target="_blank">Curly Detangling Spray</a>. <a href="http://www.drugstore.com/marc-anthony-true-professional-strictly-curls-curl-envy-perfect-curl-cream/qxp278876?catid=183510" target="_blank">Marc Anthony</a> also has a good curl hair care line. Plus, I am told Bed, Bath and Beyond sells it, so save your 20% off coupon! I prefer the Anthony's curl creme to the spray. Just an FYI in case you were interested.<br />
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The best part about buying items at CVS or Target is that usually you can get coupons for them to make them cheaper. What is your favorite "drug store" beauty find? I'm all about saving me some $$!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-7865285949984176812012-06-29T07:49:00.001-07:002012-06-29T07:49:49.281-07:00Energy?I need energy with a side of get up and go mojo.<br />
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My etsy shop was hopping a few weeks ago. Sold out of all the 3 pocket aprons in stock. It was awesome. And then I lost all my mojo to create more and get new things made. I have all these awesome ideas running in my head that I want to create and get up for sale. Yet, after the kids are in bed and I have some time to go work in the studio I don't. Is this what burn out feels like? Working all day, then dealing with the kids, I just don't have it in me lately. All I can seem to do is sit on the couch and drool.<br />
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I really hope this feeling goes away soon. I have a 5 day weekend coming up. Hopefully this will help me to feel refreshed.Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-51519123484700829162012-05-22T07:00:00.000-07:002012-05-22T07:00:44.889-07:00Kissing Diva<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The husband chaperoned a high school trip to Hershey Pennsylvania over the weekend and came back with a few goodies for everyone, including this cute little shirt. Although, back off boys. There is no kissing of my girl.<br />
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Shirt: From Hershey, "Don't just stand there, give me a kiss!"<br />
Shorts: Circo biker shorts from Target<br />
Socks: Elmo rainbow striped dollar bin goodies<br />
Shoes: Dora slip ons from Target<br />
AND A BARRETTE. ANOTHER ONE.<br />
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People, who is this girl?!Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18028938529708206760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3487460530714607083.post-60598013630127751082012-05-21T07:20:00.000-07:002012-05-21T07:20:50.276-07:00Jeans, UpcycledI had a pair of jeans in my closet that I have owned for many years. They had a small hole in the leg. I hadn't worn them in a long time and considered adding them to my donate pile. And then a light bulb went off in my head (it kind of hurt). Why not upcycle and make them something I would wear again! (Genius, I know.)<div>
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First I cut triangles out of the bottoms sides of the legs. I only meant to cut the outside bottom part, but...uh..messed up and cut both side. You could do either and it would look just fine. (Ignore my toes.)</div>
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My mom often said I was born in the wrong decade. My heart seems to be a little on the free, hippie style, with a touch of Elvis side. Next, I cut out triangles of fabric that were slightly larger than the triangles I cut out of the jeans. I hemmed the bottom of the fabric triangles. </div>
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I pinned the triangles on, although I found that it worked much better if I used a glue stick to hold the fabric in place. And yes, you read that right. A glue stick. It washes out, holds the fabric perfectly and doesn't glue up your needle. Now, it's going to be a slight pain in the ass to sew the fabric on the jeans. I used my sewing machine, but it might have save me some of my precious sanity to hand sew. I specifically decided to leave my jean edges unfinished. I wanted the rough jeaned fray look. If you prefer not to have that look, you could always sew it together to make a clean look, with all edges sewn. (Put right sides together of the fabric and the jeans and sew the edge. Repeat on the other side.)</div>
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This is what it looked like all sewn. Don't be like me - using matching thread so it doesn't stick out like a sore thumb. </div>
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Next I decided to applique some fabric on the legs. I love appliques. Now, I make my life much easier when I applique. I use <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Steam-A-Seam-Double-stick-Fusible-The/dp/B000WM8W6A/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1337608602&sr=8-5" target="_blank">Steam2Seam</a> (Make sure you get the Steam2Seam2). With Steam2Seam you do not have to sew your edges. It is permanent and keeps your edges neat so they won't fray. I ended up stitching around the applique anyways because I like the look, but you don't have to. Admittedly, it's kind of a bitch to sew on a pant leg, but if you take your time and not afraid of a possible needle break, then go for it. I love the way it turn out.</div>
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