Welcome! and V-Day recap.

Hello, new and old friends!

Make new friends, but keep the old...

one is sil---

Forget it, ha.  

Just wanted to make a point of saying "Welcome!" to my new people!  I might be crazy and weird by saying this, but I really like to think that the "blogosphere" is like its own little world.  So, for all of you new friends, I'm excited to virtually "meet you" and hear from you! 

 

Ps:  Sorry about the hideous "welcome" sign.  It looks like it came straight out of a really bad 80's hip hop music video with that font, eek.  My apologies.  Won't happen again. 

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So, about yesterday...

How was YOUR Valentine's Day?

Mine was decent.

Had to do a lot of studyin', which is always a great time 

(sarcasm, hope you caught it).

But seriously, I can't complain too much because 

my Valentine was lookin' hella spiffy---

take a look for yourself!

SERIOUSLY.

Don't you just wanna eat him up?

He's such a stud, 

and I can't help but admire his studly-ness.

 

In all seriousness, I hope that everyone enjoyed

 the lovey-dovey-ness that Valentine's Day broughtcha.  

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Since the earlier part of this week consisted of me studying my a$$ off for the two tests I had today, I decided to take a breather and get my craft on.

 

 I made these lil' bracelets this evening---

hope you like 'em! 

I posted "Leigh" to my Etsy site, but I haven't gotten around to posting "Twisted", so you lucky people get a sneak peek (feel special, you're VIP status, yay).

 

I'm sure I'll be gettin' myself into some more projects on my day off tomorrow!

Yipeeeeeeee.

Hope y'all have a lovely evening.

Valentine's Day

Not gonna lie.  Valentine's Day has never been my favorite holiday.

But a holiday's a holiday, so I'm gonna be celebratin' 

no matter what the occasion might be.

So, who's with me?

Something delicious for the occasion...

Yeah, pancakes are nbd for a breakfast, but cutting out the fruits makes it much more special.

Homemade pizza is that much better when it's heart-shaped.

And heart-shaped eggs...

Forget going to a restaurant when you can make heart hamburgers on your very own grill. 

In addition to celebratin' with some yummies, 

here's some silly cards that made me lol.

Enjoy.

Seriously, Mister Groundhog?

Not too happy with Mr. G'hog right about now, y'all...

I mean, really?!?

6 more long weeks of winter?

He's gotta be kiddin'.

Okay, enough of my complaining.  I can't be in a mad-at-the-world type of mood when I get to leave the city life for a day and half to go see my sis at her school (tomorrow!).  I'm super excited.  The plan is to visit with she and her friends, maybe do a little shopping, eat dinner with all of her new "sisters", and party it up since it's the boys' bid day---which is apparently one of the craziest and most fun nights this semester.  So, I'm stoked (to say the least!).  

Can't wait to see her!

It's been a few weeks since I last saw my sis, so it will be good to give her a good ole' squeeze.  You know, some big sister lovin'.   Gotta love it. 

Now, for the promised DIY project...

Lace candle holders

Pretty easy, huh?

Probably don't have to spell it out for ya.

Buy some lace, mason jars, or cups, and

some tea light candles...
And voila!
You got it, sister.  Work yo magic.   


 Hope y'all have a fantastic weekend---don't eat yourself silly on Superbowl Sunday ;)

***For those of you who haven't noticed, I added a button to the right of my page!  Feel free to "grab" it, and add it to your blog.  Those who do, I will be oh-so-proud to dedicate some of my future posts promoting your Etsy shop!  So, be sure to let me know if you "grab" it :) .  Thanks! 

What month is it?

I'm very confused, friends.  

This morning, I stared inside my closet and contemplated exactly what I wanted to wear. With a closet full of "seasonal" things such as sweaters, jackets, scarves, and other wintry things; I threw my hands in the air and just gave up.

You know that freeeeeeezing weather that usually greets us at this time of the year?  

Yeah, well it's not here, if you haven't noticed.

I opened my blinds and was immediately blinded by the sun's bright rays.  As I squinted out my window, I noticed two ladies walking down the sidewalk right in front of my apartment.  This isn't odd or anything.  I see many people running or walking around my part of town.  What is odd was they were wearing t-shirts and shorts. 

Last time I checked it's the first of February (AKA Febrrrrr-ary). 

Before you might think that those two ladies are absolute lunatics for wearing this sort of apparel in the month of February, I have to set the record straight.  It really was 70-freaking-degrees.  Believe it or not. 

Because it's warm and gorgeous outside, my mindset is: it's warm outside, so summer has to be close.  Oh, I only wish this was the truth...

I guess we will have to wait and 

see if the groundhog sees his shadow...  

I'm hoping we won't have 6 more weeks of winter.  

That might as well be me.  My mind has quite an imagination, huh?

Since this is all I can think about because I've been teased by the weather, here's some beachy, summer-y stuff that I'm diggin'.

Check it out, y'all.

Click link below item to bring you to its page.

 Tiny Antique Gold Seahorse and Turquoise Charm Necklace; $6.25.

Pink and Taupe Starfish and Geometric Tote Bag; $37.

Ocean Sterling Silver Earrings; $22.

The Cure for Anything is Salt Water 11x14 Paper Print; $30.

 By the Sea Coastal Decor; $12. 


Next time, I'll be back with more DIY projects, so be sure to check back!  

No class!

Thursdays are my "no class" days.

Can I get a...

Hell yeah!?!

I really like this no class Thursday thing.

I'm sure once the semester gets goin', I'll be focusing on classes on Thursday (boo), but for right now, I'm taking full advantage of my free day. 

And with help from Pinterest, I'm hoping to tackle some projects on my no class Thursdays.

So, here are my ideas...

Spray Paint Thrift Finds

I love love love love love thrifting and a cool project.  Ever since I came across this neat and eclectic idea, I'm thinkin' I'll be seeing things in a whole different light.  Seeing figurines that are hideously-colored was usually an automatic turn-off for me.  Now, after seeing this, I have realized that all these ugly things needed was a good makeover.  The good ole spray paint is just the thing that could bring it back to life. 



Push pin picture



This is too freaking cute. I can't wait to grab my shadow box that has been sitting in my closet for years now. Seriously, I have never quite figured out what to do with the darn thing, so now I know! I love the idea of using push pins, but you can even buy fabric flower stickers which come in bundles, making this project cheaper. You can even use this: COUPON

 



Heart-painted Rocks





Some people have a weird obsession with rocks.  I happen to not be one of those people.  Rocks bore me.  They are blah.  The only reason why I dig 'em maybe a teensy bit is because they are nature-y (like my made up word?).  I'm all about some color, friends.  So, when I came across this cool idea, I got super excited.  My outdoor balcony area has lots of pots and plants, and these little painted rocks would be a nice added touch to my little set up.  So, I'm thinkin' I'll be rock-collectin' in the near future. 

So, this week has been quite entertaining, as I have been getting "the DL" about rush from my baby sister.  If you've ever gone through Greek rush, then you would know that it's a tiring and stressful, but rewarding process.  After rushing for a week, my baby sister pledged the sorority Delta Gamma.  And I couldn't be more excited for her! 

Below, are some "Greek" goodies

that I discovered on Etsy. 

Thanks to all of the wonderful artists and crafters! 

Click links of the items under pictures.

Greek Personalized Notecards; $12.50

Anchor Delta Gamma Necklace; $20

Delta Gamma Hand Wrapped Ring; $10

Greek Tumblers; $17

Back to the grind

I think Ollie could tell that I didn't want to get off my lazy a$$ this mornin', as I kept snoozin' my alarm.  But seriously---who wouldn't wanna snooze their alarm after such a relaxing and enjoyable month-long vacay?

Not I...

and anyone else in their right mind.  I mean, it is hard impossible going back to the real world after that sort of treatment.  Oh, I hate you, reality. 

So, here's to a brand spankin' new semester...

Yikes.

While the kickoff to a new semester may be annoyingly stressful, it does have its perks (if you can believe it).

Backpacks, people.  

Now is the time to grab a cute new backpack.

All, of course, from Etsy.  

Be sure to click the description and price

under the pictures to take you to the site. 

Leather backpack; $39.99.

Owl on Urban Outfitters backpack; $40.

Recycled Burlap and Feed Sack backpack; $70.

Adult Beverages

I'm sure that y'all can agree that 

being 21 sure does have its perks.

I, for one, am not at all ashamed to admit

that flashin' my ID in exchange for "adult beverages"

is the biggest perk of them all.  

So, since I'm finally a big girl and am able to buy all sorts of goods

to concoct something really tasty, 

well, now I'm stumped as to what to make.   

I mean, seriously...

With all of these options, how am I to pick something?

Cosmo Slush

• 6  oz frozen (thawed) limeade concentrate (from 12-oz can)
• 3  tablespoons powdered sugar
• 2  cups citrus-flavored vodka or orange juice
• 1  cup orange-flavored liqueur or orange juice
• 4  cups 100% cranberry juice blend

White Sangria with Pomegranate

• 1 bottle of white wine
• 3 cans of 7up or Sprite
• Grand Marnie (few ounces)
• seeds of 1 pomegranate
• slices of two limes
• ice

Margarita Popsicles

 

• 1 batch Classic Lime Margaritas
• 12 3 oz disposable paper cups
• 12 wooden popsicle sticks or spoons

Hopefully I didn't make you too thirsty!