tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37269590633701318182024-03-14T03:25:24.136-06:00Smart n SnazzyA DIY fashion, beauty and lifestyle blog.Amalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.comBlogger589125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-28707099792379067572015-06-05T15:25:00.000-06:002015-06-05T15:25:11.202-06:00DIY ~ Easy Layered Hoop Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy Friday, lovelies! I've got necklace fever lately, as evidenced by my last two DIYs and now this one! {{{Pssst! Check them out here: <a href="http://www.smartnsnazzy.com/2015/05/diy-oversized-double-pearl-necklace.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DIY Oversized Double Pearl Necklace</a> and <a href="http://www.smartnsnazzy.com/2015/05/diy-boho-spike-necklace.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DIY Boho Spike Necklace</a>}}} This necklace may just be my favorite ever, and it's so flipping easy to make to boot! It's such a perfect one and done piece to throw on over any warm weather attire so you'll be sure to rock it nonstop. <i>{Click to keep reading!} </i></div>
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<li>12-gauge half hard wire</li>
<li>Delicate chain</li>
<li>2 small jump rings</li>
<li>Wire cutters</li>
<li>Jewelry pliers</li>
<li>Nail file</li>
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<b>Step 1. </b>Measure and cut an 18" piece of wire.<br />
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<b>Step 2.</b> File any sharp edges down using a nail file.<br />
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<b>Step 3.</b> Use your round needlenose pliers to grab the end of the wire, about halfway down the pliers as shown above.<br />
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<b>Step 4. </b>Use your hands to bring the wire around, creating a secure loop. Really make sure to get it snug! Repeat on the other end.<br />
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<b>Step 5. </b>Use your hands to open the wire and form it into a rough circle leaving about 2" of space between the end loops you made in Step 4. Make the diameter of your circle about 6". <br />
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<b>Step 6.</b> Cut a piece of chain measuring about 25". If you'd like your chain to be a different length than mine, feel free to cut yours as long or as short as you'd like.<br />
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<b>Step 7.</b> If the chain links in your necklace chain are too small to accommodate a standard jump ring (as mine was!), you can easily make your own jump rings out of a thinner wire. Simply find a wire thin enough to fit through your chain and wrap it around the tip of your round needlenose pliers about a quarter of the way down as shown. Wrap the wire around as many times as you want jump rings. <br />
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<b>Step 8. </b>Use your wire cutters to cut the jump rings off, cutting perpendicular to the end of the wire, as shown.<br />
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So tiny and cute!<br />
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<b>Step 9.</b> Open your jump rings and attach one to the end of your chain and to one loop you made in Step 4. Repeat on the other side.<br />
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Et voila!<br />
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I couldn't be more in love with this necklace and can't wait to wear it all summer long! Change up the look by using silver toned metals, or use thicker chain, whatever strikes your fancy!<br />
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I love seeing what you're making, so show me and hashtag your DIYs <b>#snsDIY </b>on <a href="http://instagram.com/smartnsnazzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!<br />
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xo<br />
LiaAmalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-70570609896862461162015-05-26T14:10:00.000-06:002015-05-26T14:10:34.452-06:00DIY ~ Oversized Double Pearl Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi lovelies! Clearly I am on a DIY necklace kick lately; I think sometimes the best ideas come out of random craft shopping trips and having inspiration strike. And sometimes unconventional materials make the best supplies, too!</div>
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I am loving this oversized double pearl necklace I made, I've found myself wearing it so much more often than I thought I would. This is a super easy DIY that any skill level DIYer can easily make! Hooray! <i>{Click to keep reading...}</i></div>
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Supplies:<br />
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<li>16" chain (opt on the more delicate side so it can fit through the beads)</li>
<li>Pearl bead vase filler (I found mine in the floral supplies at Joann's)</li>
<li>Lobster clasp</li>
<li>One larger jump ring (I used 8mm)</li>
<li>Two smaller jump rings (4mm)</li>
<li>Jewelry pliers </li>
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<b>Step 1.</b> Use your jewelry pliers to open a smaller jump ring and attach to one end of your chain. Slide on your lobster clasp and close the jump ring.<br />
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<b>Step 2.</b> Slide on your pearl beads from the open end of the chain.<br />
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<b>Step 3.</b> Open the last smaller jump ring and slide it through the last chain link. Add the larger jump ring and close. <br />
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How quick and easy was that? You could add as many or as few beads as you'd like to drastically change the vibe of this project. Given the simplicity, this necklace is so great for an instant gratification too! Use up the leftover beads by making necklaces for your friends too, or fill a small jar with them and stick in your makeup brushes for some chic yet functional storage/display!<br />
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I'd love to see your take on this, so don't forget to hashtag your DIYs <b>#snsDIY</b> on <a href="http://instagram.com/smartnsnazzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>! I love seeing what you're making, so show me!<br />
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Hi lovelies! With warmer months upon us, I'm all about easy, breezy jewelry that I can easily dress up a plain tee or tank with. This fun statement necklace is so easy to make and is the perfect piece to throw on with practically everything. <i>{Click for the how-to!}</i><br />
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<li>18" necklace chain (I found this blush toned beauty at Michaels, in with the chain in the jewelry aisles. It came as a necklace just as shown!)</li>
<li>Crimp beads (Optional: crimp bead covers)</li>
<li>Monofilament beading thread</li>
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Find the middle of your chain and cut it in half with the wire cutters. Set aside.<br />
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I like to keep my beading thread on the spool when I use it to hold my beads in place. There's usually a little notch you can slide the thread into to so it won't unravel too.<br />
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Start threading on your beads in a desired pattern.<br />
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Take the cut end of the monofilament and slide on a crimp bead followed by one of the cut ends of chain. Fold the monofilament end back over the chain and back into the crimp bead. Slide for a tight fit! Use your pliers to flatten the crimp bead. Thread the excess monofilament back through the first five or so beads and then snip the excess.<br />
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Repeat on the other side, but make sure to leave enough wiggle room so that the beads can form a nice curve.<br />
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I really love this necklace and find myself wanting to wear it daily! You could really change up the vibe of the piece depending on the color and size wooden beads you use, as well as the chain too.<br />
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I'd love to see what you're making, so make sure to tag your creations on <a href="http://instagram.com/smartnsnazzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> with <b>#SnSdiy</b>!<br />
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xo<br />
LiaAmalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-62320697248277839792015-04-07T14:13:00.000-06:002015-04-07T14:13:34.705-06:00DIY Macaron Art ~ Using Scrapbook Stickers!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi lovelies! I love using random objects in an unconventional way, and when I found these adorable macaron stickers at Michaels, I knew they'd make some adorable art! So when the glass from this picture frame broke :( I decided to give it a new life. <i>{Click for the how-to!}</i></div>
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<li>Macaron scrapbook stickers (I found them at Michaels in the scrapbooking stickers aisle!)</li>
<li>White cardstock</li>
<li>Black paint & q-tip</li>
<li>Not shown: newspaper, x-acto knife, cutting mat, jar lid (or something to put your paint on), double-stick tape</li>
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Lay out a piece of newspaper and put your photo mat face up. Squirt a little bit of paint onto a jar lid or something similar. To create the dotted effect, all you need to do is put a little bit of paint onto the q-tip and stamp it up and down. <br />
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Hold the q-tip sideways to get smaller dots. Play around with it!<br />
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Fill in your photo mat with as many dots as you'd like and let the paint thoroughly dry.<br />
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If your cardstock is larger than the photo mat (and thus won't fit in the frame!), trim it down to size. I used my x-acto knife and a cutting mat to easily cut my cardstock to size.<br />
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Use double stick tape to affix the cardstock to the back of the photo mat. Time to add our macarons!<br />
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Simply peel off the stickers and place them gently in the spot you think they should go. This way if you need to move one a little bit you can easily do so.<br />
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I'm so happy with how well this turned out! I really am loving the contrast of the dotted mat with the bright macarons. Feel free to get creative and really make something fun! Use a different colored (or patterned!) paper for the background, do a different pattern/colors on the mat, etc.</div>
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I'd love to see what you're making! Make sure to tag your creation <b>#SnSdiy</b> on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/smartnsnazzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!</div>
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Hi lovelies! Today's DIY is such an easy, fun way to reuse those plain bangle bracelets you have. Plus, it's not a permanent change and you can easily undo it should you tire of them! I was able to make these using items I had on hand; get creative with what you have! <i>{How-to after the break!}</i></div>
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<li>Plain bangle bracelets (pick up some inexpensive ones at Claire's, Target, etc. if you don't have any on hand!)</li>
<li>Rope, twine, yarn, fabric scraps - anything you can use to weave through your bangles. You'll need about 15 feet (I measured 3 armspans) {I used cotton twine and masons twine that I had previously bought at Home Depot}</li>
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Determine how wide you'd like your bracelet to be. I like how it looks 4 or 5 bracelets wide. Measure about 3 armspans length of rope and cut it. Tear off a small piece of washi tape.<br />
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Wrap the washi tape around one cut end of your twine. This will prevent the twine from fraying but it will also serve as a needle of sorts to help your weaving time.<br />
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Take the untaped end of twine and weave it through your bracelets in an under/over repeating pattern. Just do one row and leave a good 6 inches excess, as shown.<br />
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Take the taped end and continue your weaving, opposite of the row above. Pull the twine all the way through but make sure to keep your 6" excess on the tail end from the previous step.<br />
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The first few rows will be a bit tricky and wonky. I found it best to hold the bracelets at the bottom, as shown, and keep my weaving above my fingers.<br />
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Keep weaving...<br />
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When you've completed about 5 or so rows, pull everything together tightly and you should notice your bracelets staying in position better. Knot the 6" tail end to the closest bangle. Keep weaving.<br />
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Stop when you have about 1-2 rows left. I kept the weaving tight on this bracelet, but you can push the rows around if you want more of the bracelets showing through.<br />
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Unknot your tail and weave it through, leaving it on an under. Do the same with the taped end, leaving it on an under matching up with the other tail.<br />
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Knot the two ends together and trim the ends. If using a synthetic fiber, gently fuse the ends into the knot by running it over a lighter's flame. If you're using a natural fiber this method will only burn it so use some glue or clear nail polish to secure your knot/ends.<br />
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I love the easy breezy boho vibe these have and they'll be an awesome instant upgrade to any outfit. Depending on the material you choose, these can have an entirely different vibe. Try raffia, or some 1" wide fabric strips for a fun change - get creative and make these yours!<br />
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Hi lovelies! I'm back with an awesome new DIY for you today. I saw <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/furnish-decorate/roam-sweet-roam-doormat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this doormat</a> and knew I could easily recreate it for a fraction of the price. So I did! You wouldn't believe how easy it is and it really doesn't take much time at all. <i>{How-to after the jump!}</i></div>
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<li>Plain doormat (I used <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20052187/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this one</a> from Ikea)</li>
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Start by taping off the lines for the mountains. Don't worry about it being perfect - imperfection is key here! Plus, we will go back and do some touch-ups shortly.<br />
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Paint inside the lines. You'll need to kinda stamp the paint in and wiggle the brush around to really get it in there.<br />
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Remove the tape and touch up any spots where the mountains aren't touching each other from the tape. It doesn't take long for the paint to dry so there's no waiting time involved.<br />
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At this point, your mat should look something like this. Now let's decorate it!<br />
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I used the inspiration piece as my guide to draw the shapes. You could use painter's tape to make sure your lines are straight but I chose to freehand the design.</div>
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I couldn't love this finished piece more! Since I live in Colorado, the mountains have such a special place in my heart. This fun geometric twist is so perfect.<br />
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You may remember my fun <a href="http://www.smartnsnazzy.com/2014/04/diy-tropical-doormat.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tropical leaf print doormat</a> I made last year. It's such an easy way to personalize a doormat so you have something truly unique that'll make you smile every time you come home! <br />
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I'd love to see your take on this! Make sure to hashtag your creation on Instagram with <b>#SnSdiy</b> so I can see what you're making!<br />
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xo<br />
LiaAmalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-65934543364968719702014-11-26T20:21:00.003-07:002014-11-28T20:10:21.358-07:00The Must-Have Gift for the Minecraft Obsessed - Gameband!<div style="text-align: center;">
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You guys, if you have a kiddo in your life that's obsessed with Minecraft, this post is for you. What if I told you that there was a way your Minecraft-obsessed kiddo could take their Minecraft worlds and play them on any computer? Enter <a href="http://gameband.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gameband</a>. <br>
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Let me back up for a sec, so you can realize how monumental this is. As you know, I have two kids, my 9 year old son and my 13 year old daughter. They both loooove playing Minecraft, and seriously have so many different worlds due to having different devices. You see, I share custody with their dad, so half of the time they're at my house playing on my computer, and the other half of the time they're at their dad's house playing on his computer. They'd get so frustrated having all these different worlds they wanted to play but of course, would be at the opposite house.<br>
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Gameband is a wearable, well, game band that the kids can plug into the computer's USB port and access their Minecraft worlds on ANY computer! The Gameband is strong, durable, and <i>customizable</i>! The digital display works as a watch, but you can customize graphics and add your own images and animations!<br>
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Here's an even more awesome part. If you lose your Gameband, simply contact Now Computing and you can order a replacement band <b>with all your data intact</b>. How? Simple. Gameband not only saves your worlds but also backs them up to their secure, cloud based servers. Please note that Gameband belongs to Now Computing and <b>is affiliated</b> with Minecraft. (If anyone has any feedback regarding Gameband they should reach out to Now Computing).<br>
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If you're thinking about getting this for that special kiddo, I'd advise you to go out and get it now as these are flying off the shelves. It's touted as one of the hottest gifts this holiday season, and it's easy to see why!<br>
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I found our Gameband at Target, near the video games, but in the mobile gaming section.<br>
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Hi lovelies! The other night I was fortunate to attend a preview of Barnes & Noble's Discovery Weekend - happening Friday, November 21 - Sunday, November 23. I got to meet up with a great group of local Denver area bloggers, hosted by my friend Emily, from <a href="http://coloradomoms.com/">ColoradoMoms.com</a>.</div>
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We were sent home with these enormous s'mores cookies (they're like 6" in diameter!) which will be on special this weekend <i>during select times </i>for only $1. I'll be taking the kiddos there this weekend for more of these!<br />
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Not only is Barnes & Noble having these delicious treats, but they have some amazing gifts for everyone on your list. The new Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 Nook will be on sale - the 7" screen for $50 off and the 10.1" screen for $100 off! And if you're a Barnes & Noble member you'll save an additional 10%! Make sure to visit the Nook counter, and enter for a chance to win a shopping spree with <b>Nick Jonas</b>!</div>
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These Pop! figurines are so adorable, my faves of course were The Walking Dead ones, but they had characters from so many different movies/shows too!<br />
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These books are perfect for young boys! My son is 9 and finding new books for him to enjoy can be difficult, but any of these are sure to be a hit! (Especially the Zombie Goldfish!)<br />
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These would be perfect gifts for your bestie! I've got all three on my list :)</div>
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Tons of choices for young adult readers! </div>
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Would you believe you can seriously get all the kiddo's gifts at Barnes & Noble? I was so impressed with all the fun toy and game choices available!<br />
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There's tons of in-store action happening this weekend at Barnes & Noble's Discovery Weekend! Events taking place at Barnes & Noble’s more than 650 locations across the country include:<br />
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<b>Friday, November 21</b>:<br />
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<b>Saturday, November 22</b>:<br />
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<li>10 a.m.: Create With ArtFolds</li>
<li>11 a.m.: Learn to Draw Like Mo Willems – Storytime & Activity</li>
<li>1 p.m.: Puppet Making & Holiday Sing-Along</li>
<li>7 p.m.: Holiday Fluxx® Game Night: </li>
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<b>Sunday, November 23:</b><br />
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<li>1 p.m.: Snowmen at Night – Storytime, Crafts & Activities</li>
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Make sure to call your local store to ensure its participation in Discovery Weekend. Hope you all have fun getting a jump start on your holiday shopping this weekend at Barnes & Noble!</div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>Disclosure: I received compensation for attending the event and posting about it on my blog. As always, all opinions are mine alone. Thanks for supporting the brands that make SnS possible!</i></span></div>
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Hi lovelies! It's that time again, to see how the three big beauty subscription boxes stack up to each other. Which one was the best value? Which box had the best products for me? Without further ado, I bring you October's edition of <a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birchbox</a> vs.<a href="http://www.glossybox.com/referal?CI=Nzc0OA==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glossybox</a> vs. <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy Glam Bag</a>! <i>{Click to see how they stack up!}</i><br />
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My October <a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birchbox</a> was a good one! I am hooked on the Shiseido Concentrate and have been using it regularly. My skin is so much softer, clearer, and brighter! Want to see my initial review? <a href="http://www.smartnsnazzy.com/2014/10/my-october-birchbox-unwrapped.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birchbox October Review</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy</a>'s Beauty Candy themed-bag wowed me with the amazing Skyn Iceland Glacial Cleansing Cloths and an extra of my current fave mascara, Revlon Bold Lacquer Length & Volume Mascara. Want to see each product again? <a href="http://www.smartnsnazzy.com/2014/10/my-october-ipsy-glam-bag-unwrapped.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy October Review</a>.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Here's the breakdown:</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" style="color: #5acbf4; letter-spacing: 0pt; line-height: 11.7333335876465px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Birchbox</a> ~ Cost $10</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Dr. Jart+ BB Black Label Detox ~ $4.80</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Lord & Berry Pailettes Glitter Eye Pencil ~ $4.50</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate ~ $21.67</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Skin and Co Truffle Body Milk ~ $1.68</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">TONI&GUY Casual Sea Salt Texturising Spray ~ $5.51</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">=================================================</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">TOTAL VALUE $38.16</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><br /></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"></span><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.glossybox.com/referal?CI=Nzc0OA==" rel="nofollow" style="color: #5acbf4; letter-spacing: 0pt; line-height: 11.7333335876465px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Glossybox</a> ~ Cost $21</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Tarte Cosmetics Power Pigment ~ $24</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Proganix Repair Reparative Oil + Anti-Breakage ~ $11.99</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Nails Inc. Westminster Bridge Matte Top Coat ~ $10</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Vince Camuto Amore Eau de Parfum ~ $5.74</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Sesha Cell-White Brightening Mask ~ $9</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">========================================</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">TOTAL VALUE $60.72</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><br /></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"></span><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" style="color: #5acbf4; letter-spacing: 0pt; line-height: 11.7333335876465px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Ipsy Glam Bag</a> ~ Cost $10</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Ecru New York Acacia Protein BB Cream ~ $7.14</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">noyah All-natural Lipstick ~ $5.60</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Figs & Rouge Mango Mandarin Hand Cream ~ $2.39</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Revlon Bold Lacquer Length & Volume Mascara ~ $7.99</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">Skyn Iceland Glacial Cleansing Cloths ~ $5</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">=========================================</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">TOTAL VALUE $28.12</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><br /></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: xx-small; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">*All prices were calculated by creating a ratio of the cost of the full size to it's size and then applying that to the sample size to arrive at a price. For example, if something costs $10 for 1 ounce, and a 1/2 ounce sample is received, I'm valuing it at $5. Make sense?</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"><br /></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"></span><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">THE VERDICT</b><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">All three boxes were awesome this month. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;"> All of the products are great and have made their way into my regular rotation. Picking a winner is certainly difficult here, as I could argue each as a winner.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #7b746a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #cc82e5; cursor: crosshair; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.4266681671143px; text-align: justify;">THE WINNER</b><br />
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Hi lovelies! These earrings are a new favorite of mine (I cannot stop wearing them!) and once you see how easy they are to make, you'll certainly be wearing yours nonstop too. Inspired by these <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/252342385346717908/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sultry Chain Hoop Earrings</a> I pinned from Urban Outfitters a while back (no longer available), I made these using a bunch of random chain pieces from my stash. <i>{Click for the how-to!}</i></div>
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<li>Assorted pieces of chain. I decided to mix metals but you can make yours all gold, silver, or a mixture. <i>(Tip: try to use lightweight, aluminum chain so your earrings will be as light as possible!)</i></li>
<li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/230336989" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">35mm hoop earrings</a> (linked to the exact ones I used, but you can easily make your own using some 22 gauge wire, some pliers, and something round to shape the hoop)</li>
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First determine how long you want your longest pieces to be and then figure out how many pieces you want in all. For <b>one</b> earring, I wanted a total of 17 pieces:<br />
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<li>3 pieces 2.25" long</li>
<li>4 pieces 2" long</li>
<li>4 pieces 1.75" long</li>
<li>4 pieces 1.5" long</li>
<li>4 pieces 1" long</li>
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Double your counts for two earrings. It's easiest to make sure you have the same chain for the same lengths if this is the look you're going for. </div>
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You can see I centered the three longest pieces, and then staggered the other pieces on the sides too create a sort of V-shape. I decided to use the same chain for each length, but you can switch it up however you want. </div>
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Open your earring and starting with two 1" pieces, slide them on in the same order you laid them out.<br />
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When you add the last piece, close the earring.<br />
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Repeat the process to make a second earring.<br />
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These earrings were <b>so</b> easy to make and used up a bunch of scrap pieces of chain I had laying around! Depending on the lengths and types of chain you use, this can really be a unique piece.<br />
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For another fun take, check out the similar pair that <a href="http://www.studs-and-pearls.com/2014/10/darice-diy-fringe-chain-hoop-earrings_25.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kirsten from Studs and Pearls</a> made for <a href="http://blog.darice.com/jewelry/fringe-chain-earrings/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Darice's Blog</a>!<br />
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Hope you love this easy DIY, and if you make these make sure to hashtag them <b>#snsDIY</b> so I can check them out!<br />
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xo<br />
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<b>Nails Inc. | Westminster Bridge Matte Top Coat</b><br />
The nail polish addict in me is so stoked on this matte top coat. I've never really played around with matte finishes, so I can't wait to come up with some fun manis with this!<br />
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<b>Vince Camuto | Amore Eau de Parfum</b><br />
Cutest packaging award goes to this adorable deluxe perfume sample! I love the scent, it's a nice blend of florals, fruits, and sensual cashmere, amber and sandalwood. It's supposed to be an homage to romance, and the scent is right on point.<br />
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Hi lovelies! This month's <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy Glam Bag</a> is here and it's a fun one. If you haven't heard of <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy</a>, it's similar to the other beauty subscription boxes, it costs only $10 a month, and you get a makeup bag too! <i>{Click to see what was inside!}</i><br />
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<b>Revlon | Bold Lacquer Length & Volume Mascara</b><br />
I don't know how <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy</a> knew this is my current favorite mascara, but it did somehow! I am obsessed with this, it works as well as, if not better than other mascaras that cost 3-4 times as much (this is SUCH a steal at $7.99). I love that it's <b>both</b> lengthening and thickening. I usually have to wear two different mascaras to achieve the same effect as I get with this. I apply 2 coats and my lashes are amazing. If you haven't tried it yet, pick it up next time you're at the drugstore!<br />
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<b>Skyn Iceland | Glacial Cleansing Cloths</b><br />
At first I thought these were just regular facial wipes, ya know? And I wasn't disappointed by that, I mean, I use them all the time and even carry them in my purse. But when I read the directions on the package it said to rub it together to create a lather (seriously, there were even little bubbles on the cloth when I pulled it out!) and just wipe your face as you would with a regular facial wipe. No need to rinse or anything. You guys, these are <b>amazing</b>. Can you see all that makeup on the wipe? Gross, I know, but it removed everything and my skin felt so clean, like I had just washed it. I'm so hooked on these and they're now my go-to lazy girl face wash :)<br />
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<b>Noyah | All-Natural Lipstick in 'Deeply in Mauve'</b><br />
First of all, how adorable is this mini-lipstick? I love that it's all natural, cruelty- and paraben-free. But it's also the perfect deep mauve and I am sooo in love with it. Layer it over a lip stain for extra staying power or over a crimson for a beautiful plummy burgundy color (which I have been rocking nonstop lately!)<br />
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I love that this is labeled COLOR SAFE, that immediately put me at ease to try this out. Am I the only one that thinks that way? Anyways, Ecru New York is a new-to-me brand, and I'm impressed with how well this BB cream for hair works. It gave my waves gentle hold while eradicating my frizz and leaving my hair super soft. Sold. <br />
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<b>Figs & Rouge | Mango Mandarin Nourishing & Soothing Hair Cream</b><br />
I'm already a fan of Figs & Rouge lip balms, so this lotion (with nearly identical packaging!) was super fun to try out. It smells sooooo good, leaves my hands smooth and soft, and seriously, how adorable is the packaging?<br />
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In all, this was an awesome <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy Glam Bag</a>. I really like all of the products and have been using the hell out of them.<br /><br />Have I convinced you to subscribe to <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hcduq0e5rdcywpd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ipsy</a> yet? Click my link and sign up!<div>
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Hi lovelies! Today I want to talk to you about something that we didn't have to worry about as kids, but our kids nowadays have to. It's technology, and more specifically, social media. It's so easy to get drawn into all the negative out there. But more important than that, it can be a very <i>dangerous</i> place for kids. My kids use technology at school and at home, for researching things for school, checking their grades, submitting their assignments, etc. But they also use it for gaming, socializing, and sharing everyday moments.<br />
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Now don't get me wrong, I think it's awesome. And a huge part of me wishes that I had that growing up! But what's important to think about is <i>talking</i> to your kids about what they post and portray online. Thankfully, the <a href="http://clvr.li/1rEmiqT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">national PTA</a> has partnered with <a href="http://clvr.li/1rPSJA3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LifeLock</a> to share awesome ways families can create an open, evolving conversation about positive, safe decisions when using digital tools. It’s all part of having a happy, healthy lifestyle.</div>
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The <b>#ShareAwesome</b> campaign seeks to build an understanding among parents and students that no matter the device, the app or the networking site – the skills we need to be safe and positive online are similar to what you need offline. The<b> #ShareAwesome</b> contest invites social media users to share a smart and safe decision, uplifting accomplishment, or positive action for the good of others using hashtag <b>#ShareAwesome</b> on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Students who enter a photo between September 15 – November 30, 2014 will be eligible to win fantastic prizes, including tablets and a $2,500 scholarship! Visit <a href="http://clvr.li/shareawesome">ShareAwesomeNow.org</a> to learn more.<br />
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<b>Snap a photo of an awesome moment in your day and share it on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with the <a href="http://clvr.li/shareawesome">#ShareAwesome</a> hashtag! Students who enter the <a href="http://clvr.li/shareawesome">#ShareAwesome contest</a> between September 15 – November 30, 2014 will have a chance to win fantastic prizes, including tablets and a $2,500 scholarship!</b><br />
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<i>I was selected for this opportunity as a member of <a href="http://clevergirlscollective.com/" target="_blank"> Clever Girls Collective</a> and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.</i>Amalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-15927529648345038572014-10-29T09:58:00.001-06:002014-10-29T09:58:07.958-06:00Unfold the Fun with Hallmark Poster Cards for Kids<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;">Hi lovelies! Are you a card-giver? I know I am. But it's difficult when it comes to giving cards to kids. They seem less than thrilled when you force them to not open the present and instead first open the card. They really couldn't care less about it, and seem to do it just to appease us parents. <i>(Did you even read the card? Well what did it say?)</i> It then just gets tossed to the side and is not even an afterthought anymore, tossed into the pile of wrapping paper and tissue paper and other, well <i>trash</i>. It's such a pet peeve of mine! Well Hallmark has recently introduced these amazing poster <a href="http://www.connectionsfromhallmark.com/?utm_source=cbias&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kidscards" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">cards for kids</a>. They are the same size (when folded) as any regular card, but when you open it allll the way up, it's now an awesome poster they can hang up in their room! And what kid isn't obsessed with posters anyway? Icing on the cake? It can still be mailed in its envelope!</span></span></div>
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Amalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-55910571255761975582014-10-28T11:09:00.002-06:002014-10-28T11:09:54.979-06:00My October Birchbox ~ Unwrapped<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi lovelies! Today I've gotta share my <a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">October Birchbox</a> with you - it's a good one! If you're (still) not familiar, subscribe to <a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birchbox</a> for only $10 a month and get handpicked beauty and lifestyle samples delivered to your door free! <i>{Click to see what I got!}</i><br />
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<b>TONI&GUY | Casual Sea Salt Texturising Spray</b><br />
I've received this product before (in another monthly beauty box) and loved it so I'm stoked for an extra! My hair is naturally thick and wavy, so my usual regimen is to spritz my damp strands with a salt spray for texture and definition to my waves - which intensifies my waves and gives them holding power. Then I put my hair up in a topknot while I commute; when I get to the office I take it down and have the BEST waves ever! I don't blowdry my hair, instead I let it air dry. This is the perfect product for me and I'm so glad <a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birchbox </a>realized that too.<br />
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<b>Skin and Co | Truffle Body Milk</b><br />
While I'm still not a fan of single use foil packet samples, I really can appreciate Birchbox stepping its game up and making sure to provide enough to be able to try a product at least twice now. I feel that I can't make a decision whether to splurge on something after only using it once, so I'm really happy that Birchbox has not just listened to its customers, but took it further and has improved its offerings. Anyhow, this body milk is so decadent and heavenly - it seems to just sink into my skin and leave it hydrated all day long. <br />
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<i>Tip:</i> Apply lotion to your skin after your shower, immediately after toweling off but before dressing. The steam from the shower works to open your pores - take advantage of it and let your skin absorb lotion for maximum hydration!<br />
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I think I was most excited to try this skin potion. It acts as a defense against aging, complexion issues and dryness. I've only been using it for a couple of days but I swear my skin is softer and smoother already. While this generously-sized deluxe sample will last a while, I already plan on buying the full sized version!</div>
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First of all, how adorable is this mini eye pencil? So cute. I love the little tiny pieces of glitter in it, it's definitely not too much and instead is a nice upgrade from a plain black liner. The formula glides on and blends really smoothly too.</div>
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<b>Dr. Jart+ | BB Black Label Detox</b><br />
This beauty balm is one of the better ones I've tried. This sulfate- and paraben-free BB cream is a 5 in 1 miracle product, acting as a primer, serum, moisturizer, SPF, and sheer tint. It promises to brighten and even out skin tone while soothing any irritation and promoting collagen production.<br />
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<i>Tip:</i> When I first applied it, it had a pale whitish color to it which freaked me out. But fear not, keep rubbing / blending it in and it flawlessly matches your skin coloring!<br />
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So that was my <a href="https://www.birchbox.com/?raf=oqp6k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">October Birchbox</a>, what was in yours?<br />
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LiaAmalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-73249795270804055522014-10-24T11:16:00.001-06:002014-10-24T11:16:32.953-06:00DIY ~ Open Metal Tassel Collar Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi lovelies! I've got such a fun DIY today. I saw <a href="http://www.freepeople.com/Open-Metal-Tassel-Collar?productOptionIDs=5F4EEC5E-4C8F-4EE2-8EC3-61ECE6AA6BF7&cm_mmc=CJ-_-Affiliates-_-Lyst+Ltd-_-Product+Catalog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this amazing necklace</a> at the Free People store and *needed* to recreate it. It's surprisingly simple to make, involves reusing some old, never worn pieces and some items from your stash. <i>{Keep reading for the how-to!}</i><br />
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<li>Random pieces of chain</li>
<li>Embroidery floss</li>
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First I removed the clasp and charm from my necklace, and gently bent the piece so it was more open. If you're using wire, just make it look like this. It should rest on your collarbone, so use yourself as a measurement.<br />
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I started by cutting chain to random lengths and laid them out. I then laid out the different beads and charms where I liked them. Now let's make some tassels. I wrapped the navy floss around my two fingers as shown, about 6 times then snipped the end.<br />
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Bring the ends down into the tassel, and give it a trim. My tassels in all are about 1.5" long.<br />
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Open a jump ring and slide it through the loops at the top. Repeat for a second tassel. For the next one, I used more burgundy than navy.<br />
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Finalize where you'd like your pieces, staggering them down some chains. Take some small chain scraps and make a chain tassel too!<br />
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To attach the beads, slide the bead onto a headpin and then bend the top of the wire to a 90 degree angle as shown.<br />
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Wrap the wire into a loop as shown, but don't close it just yet! Slide it into a chain link, then snip the excess wire and close the loop.<br />
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Repeat to add the remaining beads, charms, and tassels.<br />
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Add each side of chains onto a jump ring and attach it to the loops on the collar. Repeat for the other side.<br />
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All done! That wasn't so bad, was it?<br />
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To wear it, slide it on from the back of your neck (lift your hair up first, trust me on this!)<br />
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I love the autumnal vibe of this piece so much, but it could easily be remade into a more summery piece when the time comes too. Using items I had on hand, I actually made this for a cost of nothing. Challenge yourself to reuse old pieces you never wear by giving them a facelift and adding other pieces from other jewelry too!<br />
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I'd love to see your take on this! Make sure to snap a pic and instagram it, and don't forget to hashtag <b>#snsDIY</b>!<br />
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xo<br />
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Wrap the ball chain around your finger, measuring at the widest point. If you're doing a midi ring, this should be where you want it to lie. If you're doing a regular ring, measure around your knuckle. Snip one ball down from where the end ball meets.<br />
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Voila! Make a few to stack on your fingers, and make more to stack on multiple fingers! <br />
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I hope you're inspired to make your own, and if you do be sure to snap a pic and instagram it with <b>#snsDIY</b>!<br />
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xo<br />
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Hi lovelies! Today I'm sharing my <a href="http://www.beautybox5.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">October Beauty Box 5</a> with you. Not familiar? <a href="http://www.beautybox5.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beauty Box 5</a> is a monthly subscription service that delivers 5 cosmetic samples to your door for only $12 a month. <i>{Click to see what I got, plus check out a fun mani I did using the nail polish!}</i><br /></div>
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<b>Extend Your Beauty | Cosmetic Tool</b><br />
I've never seen or heard of this before, but it's to help you scrape those last bits of cream out of jars! It's basically a beauty spatula - no more trying to get that last bit of pricey eye cream out of the jar, this easily lets you get the little bits under the little lip of the jar, as well as from the sides, etc. So brilliant! <i>{Retail Value ~ $5.49}</i><br />
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<b>Bellapierre Cosmetics | Cheek and Lip Stain in Pink</b><br />
I'm such a huge fan of double duty products. I have plenty of cherry red ones, but this pink is unlike those. It's such a fun, girly hue and I love the look it gives both my lips and cheeks! <br />
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Tip: Layer this <i>under</i> a similar-hued lipstick to help it last extra long! Plus, as the lipstick fades it's not as noticeable since you have this underneath! <i>{Retail Value ~ $11.35}</i><br />
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<b>Lashem | Picture Perfect</b><br />
This serum promises to reduce fine lines and give a gorgeous glow. I've been putting it on the past few days after I wash my face, but haven't noticed any results yet. But, this works as a great primer for makeup as well!<br />
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<b>Nanacoco | Nail Polish in Mermaid Lake</b><br />
I looooove this color. I'm such a huge fan of mermaid-y colors like this, so I had to put it on immediately. I decided to do a fun, negative space mani! <i>{Retail Value ~ $3.95}</i><br />
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Grab some reinforcement labels from your office supply store. They're super cheap and are PERFECT for a negative space half moon mani. Try to center each circle on the base of your nail and firmly press them down on your nail.<br />
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I love this color, and it was perfect for a fun negative space mani too!<br />
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So that's my <a href="http://www.beautybox5.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">October Beauty Box 5</a>! I'm coming up with a total box value of $25.12, which is more than double the $12 cost! Also, 3 products were full sized this month, and the other 2 were big, deluxe samples too. What did you like most from this month's box?<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>Disclosure ~ I was sent this box for purpose of review. All opinions are always my own, and I would never endorse a product or service I don't personally love! Thanks for supporting the brands that make SnS possible!</i></span>Amalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-9990359572079391242014-10-16T16:13:00.002-06:002014-10-16T16:13:40.618-06:00DIY ~ Halloween Washi Tape Pencils<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi lovelies! I've got a fun, quick, and easy DIY for you today. It's great to do with the kiddos, too! This is an update of my original, <a href="http://www.smartnsnazzy.com/2013/08/back-to-school-diy-washi-tape-pencils.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DIY Washi Tape Pencils</a>, just done with some really fun Halloween washi tape! <i>{Click to keep reading!}</i></div>
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This is such a fun craft to add some spooky spirit to your desk supplies. Since washi tape is easily removable, you can peel the tape off if you haven't used them past Halloween, with no yucky residue. Have a lot of fun with this, lovelies! <br />
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Remember: If you make these, post a pic and hashtag it <b>#snsDIY</b>!<br />
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Hi lovelies! I'm in love with vintage jewelry and love creating beautiful pieces using vintage rhinestones, which thanks to etsy, I've amassed quite a collection of. This DIY is so easy - the hardest part is deciding on a design and possibly even more than that, which stones to use. Once that hard part is over though, you will have a vintage inspired bracelet that will have your friends asking what other heirloom pieces you have! <i>{Click for the how-to, as well as where to buy the perfect vintage stones!}</i></div>
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<li>Vintage rhinestones (I used a 10mm x 8mm clear stone, two 8mm x 4mm baguettes and four 8mm x 3mm baguettes.) <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MartysGems" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This etsy shop</a> is where I buy the majority of my rhinestones from. Her prices are amazing and the quality of the stones is like none other. <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/vintagerosefindings/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This eBay store</a> is another seller with incredible vintage stones too. The prices are fantastic and the vintage selection is second to none.</li>
<li>Brass cuff bracelet with ID blank (I bought mine from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PreciousSupplies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this etsy shop</a> and really love the quality of the piece as well as the matte finish)</li>
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<li>(Not shown: piece of scrap paper, empty toilet paper tube)</li>
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Squeeze the cardboard tube together and slide the bracelet on. Now stand the tube up and you'll have a perfect flat surface for your bracelet work. Squeeze some glue onto your scrap paper. Apply a small dollop of glue to the back of the stone using the q-tip and gently press the stone in the center of the flat part of the bangle.<br />
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Working one side at a time, next glue down a 8mm x 4mm baguette vertically next to the clear center stone. Then two 8mm x 3mm baguettes horizontally stacked beside it. Please note that only half of the two stacked horizontal stones will lay on the flat portion of the bracelet. Make sure that there's enough glue underneath on the edges between the stone and the rounded part of the bracelet. Otherwise, you could easily lose a stone.<br />
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This bracelet is such a statement maker, yet is still delicate and not overpowering. I like wearing it alone to add a pop of color and a fun vintage vibe to my work looks. Best of all, for about $10 you can make your own heirloom piece! Get creative, use different colored and shaped stones and really make it your own! <br />
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Don't forget, I'd love to see what you're making! If you make one, make sure to hashtag it #SnSDIY so I can check it out and share it too!<br />
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xo<br />
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Hi lovelies! If you're anything like me, you have a huge collection of jewelry you've amassed and it seems to reproduce itself overnight. Which means you've long outgrown your jewelry box, jewelry armoire, and it's now overflowing off your dresser, similarly to an erupting volcano's lava flow. And, much like a toddler believes, if you can't see it it's not there. At least for me. So I need things hanging in plain sight, where I can see them without even looking for them.</div>
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Enter this simple DIY. It uses some common household items, and even involves a bit of upcycling too! Best of all, it's easily customizable to match your decor du jour. <i>{Keep reading to see what I used to make this and to be inspired to make your own too!}</i></div>
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Here's the supplies for the whole project! You'll notice that there's a bunch of old, mismatched earrings, rings, and bits and bobs so get to gathering yours! There's two DIYs here: the boards and the pins. Let's start with the boards!</div>
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<li>Fabric (I wanted silky ombre fabric, so I dip-dyed a thrifted slip I picked up for $1! )</li>
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Work your way around the trivet, gathering, folding and pinning the fabric in place.<br />
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Now let's make some jeweled pins to hang your precious baubles from! <br />
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Snip off the posts from any earrings.<br />
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For the rings just snip as close to the base of the bauble as you can. Repeat for loops from pendants, or anything else that needs to be trimmed off of any other pieces depending on what you have.<br />
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And hang some of your favorite pieces! I like to use the upper pins to hang bracelets from and the lower ones for necklaces.</div>
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This sits right outside my closet, so I see them whenever I walk into it to figure out what the heck I'm wearing. I hung some of my most worn pieces as well as a few I'd like to wear more that I forget about. There's clearly room to pack a ton more in there, but I really don't want it to look like a cluttered mess because then I'll just ignore it or not even be able to discern what I've got in there because everything is so jumbled looking.<br />
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For this price, I'll grab a couple more packs the next time I hit Ikea and make some more to hang in my closet and put some more beauties on display. I like incorporating the pieces I mean to wear more often, because now I will see them! I plan to switch out the pieces every month - a jewelry mood board for the month if you will - to keep things fresh and new!<br />
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How would yours look?<br />
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xo<br />
LiaAmalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726959063370131818.post-39207234920231674592014-09-25T10:47:00.000-06:002014-09-25T10:47:17.083-06:00DIY ~ Pyramid Stud Wall Decor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi lovelies! I feel as though my condo is in an ever-changing state of decorating. I'm constantly reassessing what I've done and what I can still do to further incorporate my glam mountain resort condo theme I've chosen. I have this empty space above my desk that is the backside of the kitchen (is it bad that I use my dining room as my crafting room rather than it's intended use?) which I've struggled with for years. I hung some foam core board to use as my inspiration board, but the plain spot of wall between that and the ceiling has perplexed me.<br />
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I finally had a brainblast (Jimmy Neutron fans? Anyone?) and thought that I wish I could just put some huge pyramid studs up there. So I hit my recycling bin, dug out some cardboard, and got to work. <i>{Click to keep reading, and to see how I made these!}</i><br />
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<li>Aluminum duct tape (Find it in the aisle with all of the duct work at your local hardware store. Note that this is completely different from duck tape.)</li>
<li>Scrap cardboard</li>
<li>Metric ruler</li>
<li>Boxcutter or xacto knife</li>
<li>Scissors</li>
<li>Pencil</li>
<li>(Not pictured) Command adhesive mounting strips </li>
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I knew what I wanted and roughly the measurements I wanted too. <b>Please note that I calculated my sizes in centimeters and not inches.</b> This was easier for me as I used some nice round numbers for the dimensions. I put my math degree to work (lol) and figured out the lengths of the sides of the triangles to cut out. <i>Also note the doubled numbers. I did make one large stud and four small ones. For the large one, I simply doubled all of my measurements.</i><br />
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Knowing the measurements, use your ruler and draw the shapes out on your scrap cardboard.<br />
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<li>Draw one square with four 10cm sides. </li>
<li>For the triangles, I first drew the 10cm base and then made a little dot at the halfway (5cm) point. </li>
<li>Extend straight up from that dot 6cm. This is where the apex of your triangle will hit. You're welcome. </li>
<li>Now starting at the end of one base, draw a straight line measuring a little over 8cm extending up to that apex. </li>
<li>Repeat for the other side. </li>
<li>Now draw three more using the same technique.</li>
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Grab your box cutter and first gently score over the lines then go over them, cutting all the way through. I recommend grabbing a cutting board to do this on so as not to damage either your blade or whatever surface you're working on.<br />
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Snip eight pieces of aluminum tape, just eyeball it and cut them roughly 1-2" in size.<br />
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Time to form the pyramid! Grab your square base, one triangle, and one piece of tape. Match the triangle's base to one side of the square and lay the triangle flat on top. Tape the edge down and fold the triangle up. Repeat.<br />
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This is what it should look like. Don't worry if there are gaps right now, we will be covering everything up with more aluminum tape so there's room to push and pull and when all else fails, we can just cover it up!<br />
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Fold two triangles in until their sides touch. Tape them together. Repeat for a third one.<br />
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Now here's a fun part. If you wanted to say make this into a paperweight or a random object to sit on a shelf/table/mantel/etc., before sealing up the final side put some rocks, (uncooked)beans, (uncooked)rice, or whatever you can get your paws on inside it to add some weight to it. Skip this step if you're just going to be hanging them on the wall. Now seal up that last side.<br />
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You should have a (messy) pyramid now.<br />
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Cut a piece of tape about 8" long and lay it flat over the center. Make sure to push it down firmly on the two vertical faces it touches and wrap the ends under. Leave the apex as shown.<br />
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Fold the edges over and down.<br />
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Cut two more 7-8" pieces and cover the sides.<br />
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Almost done! Now smooth out any wrinkles and edges by gently burnishing with the edge of your scissors' handle, a bone folder, butter knife, or whatever you have on hand.<br />
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If your cardboard is really corrugated and you can see the lines showing through, add an extra layer of tape on top. <br />
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My son loved it when I was making these, he got out his action figures and pretended they were in Egypt, playing amongst the Great Pyramids! <br />
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To hang them up, simply use a command adhesive strip to attach them to the wall! (Soooo easy and won't damage the wall when you take them down!) <br />
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I love how these look in my home and it ties the silver accents from my living room into my <strike>dining room</strike> office while still maintaining my playful spirit.<br />
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Hope you love these; show me your take on these using the hashtag #SnSDIY!<br />
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xo<br />
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Hi lovelies! Today I've got a fun yet super practical DIY for ya, in partnership with Finish <a href="http://cbi.as/h4mor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dishwasher Detergent</a>! I can't tell you how many times I've heard the excuse from my kids that they couldn't put their dishes in the dishwasher because they weren't sure if it was dirty or clean. I'm sure everyone can relate to this, whether it's kids, roommates, or even yourself! So I wanted to make a magnet so that way there'd never be any uncertainty again (unless one forgets to spin it or something!)</div>
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You just put it in the pre-wash dispenser, pop a tab in the main dispenser, and you're good! It's so easy, my kids have to do it as part of their chores. But that's after we can get them to rinse off their dishes in the sink and load them into the dishwasher. I wished there were a way to let them know if the dishes were clean or dirty, and I figured a fun and easy DIY! <i>{Click for the how-to and for some awesome #SparklySavings on Finish Detergent!}</i></div>
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<li>Magnet</li>
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Start by painting your wooden shape a solid color. I chose a fun, bright yellow. This wood is very porous, so apply a heavy coat. It will also dry quickly because of this, so it only needs to dry for about 15 minutes. I painted the front and back, but you could leave the back plain if you want.<br />
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I painted a stripe in my darker color across the middle of the shape and let it dry for a few minutes. Start stenciling your letters on! Put some paint on your brush and then dab most of it off. Then I just held the stencil firmly in place, and stippled the paint on by dabbing the brush up and down over the stencil.</div>
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After the paint dries, apply a dollop of glue to the magnet and push it firmly onto the back of the wooden piece. Let the glue dry overnight before you stick it up on the dishwasher.<br />
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And that's it! So fun and easy, and now we have a whimsical way to know if our dishes are clean or dirty.</div>
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I knew I had to pass the #SwifferEffect and give the second #BigGreenBox to my ex-husband, John! He's such an awesome guy and an amazing father to our kiddos. He works so hard and can't afford to do a lot of the things he wants to. Awesome cleaning supplies are a luxury for him, so I knew he'd be super-appreciative! And as you can see, he was so surprised!</div>
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John has the sweetest pit bull named Cato who thinks he's the size of a chihuahua yet is the size of a human. So he makes quite a mess needless to say! Now John can easily clean up the kitchen in no time!</div>
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I think he was most excited to find a way to dust off his enormous (heavy!) television without it spreading everywhere! He really liked how the dusters grab the dust and it doesn't go flying around.<br />
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"And look! I can even clean my blinds!" <br />
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I think it's safe to say that John was so happy and appreciative of this gift, and I am too! <br />
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Swiffer's new Cleaning Index shows that it’s time for American families to have a “cleaning talk.” Eighty-five percent of American couples say that cleaning tensions add stress to their relationships at home. However, 96 percent of adults say that having a clean home makes them happy. So what are you waiting for? Your house will be clean, you'll be happy, and there'll be less tension and stress in your relationship. Bam.<br />
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Yes, he's absolutely hilarious! So get your place in tip-top shape, and make it so much easier on yourself by using <a href="http://clvr.li/1m8XDqd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Swiffer</a>.<br />
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Lia<br />
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<i>I was selected for this opportunity as a member of <a href="http://clvr.li/OHjC82" target="_blank">Clever Girls Collective</a> and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.</i>Amalia Athanaeleashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010975667205922335noreply@blogger.com0