Simple Fall Scarf

Hi everyone! As the season has slowly been changing, so has the weather. Its definitely getting colder and windier here in Southern California. I think that this is the best time to introduce my do it yourself fall scarf! What I'm talking about is not creating a big, long and knitted scarf that hangs heavily around your neck, but it's going to be shorter, lighter and cuter :) Its basically going to dress up the top you're wearing and your friends will love it!

So I have been inspired by these quick and easy DIY scarves that I see on pinterest. I always repin my favorite ones and havent yet made one myself. Today will be that day! This project is going to be very quick and easy and your going to make one too! 

Although its colder out now, the weather is always changing here in Southern California. That means we don't always want a scarf that makes us too hott. I remember over the summer my mom bought a scarf that was similar to the one im going to make and it cost her $17. I think that it was too expensive for a scarf of that size and lacked detail.

With this project, you will not only create a cute accessory to your outfit, but your friends will admire your new scarf and you are going to save $$$ which is always a good thing!

The Project: Find a T-shirt that you don't mind cutting up and a pair of hefty scissors! That is all your need. Your scarf will be ready in no time!

DIY: 

STEP 1: Lay down on a flat surface

STEP 2: Cut off the part that separate

 STEP 3: Cut straight strands until the middle 

STEP 4: Make sure to turn it over and repeat STEP 3

 STEP 5: After making sure everything looks right, try it on and ROCK YOUR NEW SCARF!

Inspired nails with friends

Hi everyone, I want to introduce another nail polish project to you all because I just love doing my nails! I consider it a mini hobby or just something I enjoy doing overall. Well, every time I go into Walgreens I see the dollar bin of polish and think "wow these colors are so amazing and vibrant, don't mind if I grab a few!."

I like the brand Sinful Colors because they have almost every shade in vibrant and attracting colors that I can't NOT buy. Because also they are the most inexpensive brand you can find on the market.

So one of my close friends is also a nail polish freak like me and asked if I could do one of my projects on her fingers and of course it cheered me up because, how could I refuse? Not only did she provide the colors of her choice, but she was very pleased with the result and saved money $$. A color change at the salon with design is around $20 including tip; if that.

If you are going to try this at home, its a bit of a process but you will find that its a speedy process once you get the hang of it!

The Project: Choose two polishes and get a sponge to dab the colors with (or one of those white make up sponges that come in a bag), some top coat and also nail polish remover.

DIY:
STEP 1: pour one drop of nail polish the size of a dime, of each color on top of each other on a sheet of paper (or paint it onto the sponge)
STEP 2: Dab the sponge lightly into the colors you chose
STEP 3: After dabbing the colors, press the sponge gently on each nail(s)
STEP 4: Take a Q-tip and dip it in the nail polish remover and carefully remove the excess polish along the sides
STEP 5: After removing all the excess polish, apply top coat, wait to dry and ROCK YOUR COOL NAILS!







 

My podcast

                        Hi Everyone, I have created a podcast for you all. I hope you enjoy it :)

BORING SWEAT PANTS TO NEW GYM SHORTS

Hi everyone! I hope most of you are getting a hang of these projects, they are made to be quick, simple and fun. Yesterday I had a doctors appointment and was told that I need to incorporate exercise in my daily routine. Its been a while since I've stepped foot in the gym (about 7 months -__-).

SO, I've been thinking about going back soon. The only thing is that I need new gym clothes. Because going back to the gym is like going back to school or work, you need to look fresh! But I don't have extra money to spend on new shorts... It would probably cost around $12-$20 depending on where I shop. Not wanting to run to the store, my initial reaction was to run into my room and raid my dresser.

I have a drawer full of sweat pants that I barely wear and don't even care about much anymore. I chose a pair that I did not mind cutting up. Its time for you to find an old pair of sweat pants that you want as a new pair of sweat shorts!! In a few easy steps you will have a new pair of gym shorts without spending a dime!

The project: Turning forgotten sweat pants into fun new gym shorts. All you will need is a fine pair of scissors!

DIY:
STEP 1: Lay sweat pants down on a flat surface
STEP 2: Take a pair of shorts you already have and lay it over pants to get a precise measurement
STEP 3: Cut through the desired area that is appropriate for you
STEP 4: Try it on to see if front, back and sides look even
STEP 5: When happy with result, ROCK YOUR NEW WORK OUT SHORTS!!!

GLAMOROUS NAILS WITHOUT TIPPING THE MANICURIST!

Hi everyone! I hope you all have been able to DIY lately. These projects are made to be simple enough to get everyone trying. Well, today I felt like doing my nails, but wanted to change it up a bit. When it comes to doing nails, sometimes I get tired of the same tones of color. But we just have to use our creativity and change up the process!

What I'm about to show is a style that has been around for a while, but it should come to you as sort of a reminder that its still IN STYLE. I like this style because its subtle yet shows that your bold; and different.

In general, I like to do my own nails. Mainly because I am very particular in what I like and know what looks good on me. Since I am meticulous about detail, I save money from going to the nail salon. That is important to me, because Saving money is crucial as a student!

The Project: Choose a solid color nail polish, then choose another bold color; dark, bright, glittery, what ever you like. 

DIY:
STEP 1: Paint all nails the solid color
STEP 2: After letting nails dry, choose the bold color
STEP 3: Choose one finger on each hand and paint it with that bold color you chose (I chose both ring fingers)
STEP 4: Apply the top coat and let it dry
STEP 5: When you are satisfied with the result, ROCK THOSE BEAUTIFUL BOLD NAILS!

(TIP: accessorize with your nails with rings, bags, bracelets, etc. Also coordinate with your outfits, and remember that the colors don't necessarily need to match)

I like glitter :)

MY DIY PHOTO SLIDE SHOW

Hi Everyone, I have created a short photo slide show to share with you all about my blog and projects I have worked on over the past few weeks. I hope you take the time to look through it and hopefully encourages you all to DIY :) Thank you! :)

DIY forgotton tanks to thoughtful skirts

Hi everyone! Today just like everyday, I open up my dresser drawers to figure out what to wear. Everytime, I find myself having to sort through the same pile of old tank tops that I dont wear anymore. Throwing them out or donating them has crossed my mind times before. but I realized that I just love the quality and fit of the tank. I just had to do something with these tanks that I see everyday but don't even wear everyday.

I decided to turn my tank, into a skirt! Not just with one tank, but this could be done with any tank that is stretchy enough to fit around my hips. I tried it out and it worked for me! So I hope it will work out for you too :)

Us girls love to shop and as a big shopper myself, spending extra money on a skirt that looks like one of my tank tops laying in my drawer, is not something I want to invest in; anymore. Forever 21 has similar skirts that I am about to demonstrate, for about $23. I like H&M because you can find a skirt like the one I am about to demonstrate, for less than $10. At other bargain stores, they are about $12-$17; and they are not even good quality.

What I am about to demonstrate to you all, is a tank top that I chose to wear as a skirt. I paired it up with a solid color top and styled it up with a long, cute necklace; that fits my style. Now its your turn to go find a tank that you would wear around those hips!

DIY

STEP 1:Wear the tank top as you normally would

STEP 2: Slowly pull tank down towards hips, like a skirt

STEP 3: Tuck in shoulder straps inside 

STEP 4: After making sure straps are tucked away and the skirt fits fine, find a top to wear it with

STEP 5: If you are pleased with the result, ROCK THAT NEW SKIRT HUNNY!

(TIP:  dress it up with accessories (necklace, bracelets, earrings, sandals, etc)