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We are so incredibly proud of our new line of children's necklaces from our shop <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shinecouture"><b>Shine! Couture</b></a>.<br />
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Our Bubble Gum Jewels line combines big, beautiful beads and jumbo jewels for the perfect photography prop or statement accessory for junior fashionistas. Necklaces are available in a wide variety of colors or can be custom made for your special occasion. $20 each. <br />
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Our Collect & Clip Couture line gives little gals the opportunity to keep it fresh by changing up their look whenever the mood strikes!! Each starter necklace shines with a whimsical mix of beadwork and a clip to showcase one or many collectable caps!! Collectable caps come in many themes and colors and sell for $2 each or 3 for $5. So much fun to trade or collect!!<br />
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Please stop by and check us out on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/shinecouture"><b>Etsy</b></a> as well!!<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-16803257914585157572013-03-13T18:45:00.001-07:002013-03-13T18:46:46.024-07:00The Green Smoothie Challenge<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last month as I was attempting to catch up on my facebook news feed I stumbled across a page for the blog <a href="https://www.facebook.com/youngandraw"><b>Young and Raw</b></a>. A friend of mine had signed up for their 30 day green smoothie challenge and intrigued I decided to sign up myself. Being new and "green" (har har) to the green smoothie scene I was a little intimidated to get started. Ingredients like kale, parsley and celery in a SMOOTHIE?! I put my judgements away in the corner of my mind and set off to the grocery store to stock up on ingredients. A few days in and I was HOOKED and proudly sharing my photos all over facebook, instagram and twitter (photos are PRE-blending, obviously). <br />
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What's all the hype about?? Green smoothies ROCK!! Only a few days into the challenge I had more energy, a cold I had felt coming on had retreated and I found myself craving my smoothie the moment I rolled out of bed. Kale became my green of choice. I learned I despised parsley but a little cilantro in a smoothie can be a thing of beauty. Coconut water is my fave liquid add-in but in a pinch a little tap water does the trick nicely. An avocado is a sure-fire way to add a creamier texture and a little lemon/ginger will send a cold packing quick. After almost 30 days of following recipes I now feel confident enough to whip up a bad-ass smoothie from ingredients I have in the crisper or hiding in the back and neglected corners of my freezer. </div>
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So how and why do green smoothies rock? Green smoothies have been attributed to weight loss, healthier skin and
nails and shinier hair. The high nutrient content of a green smoothie naturally
detours your body's common cravings for junk food and leaves you feeling
fuller throughout the day. What gal wouldn't want to get in on some of that
action? The blending of the greens and fruit allows
your body to easily absorb the valuable goodness inside - vitamins,
minerals, chlorophyll and fiber. According to the teachings of Dr. Ann
Wigmore, “consuming chlorophyll is like receiving a healthy blood
transfusion”. Green smoothies are also full of antioxidants which
strengthen your immune system making you a little more super mom than
you already are.Giddy up.<br />
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Interested in getting in participating in the next green smoothie challenge? Check out <a href="http://www.youngandraw.com/"><b>Young and Raw</b></a> and subscribe to their mailing list. And be sure to check out their variety of rocking recipes too while you're visiting!!<br />
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It's not exactly a huge secret that I love fashion so it should come as no surprise that I have wanted to start sharing more personal posts for some time now. The reason I haven't before is, well...it's personal. I may not knock it out of the park every time but I <u>love</u> getting dressed every day, I have a great deal of fun with it and the thought of putting it out there and receiving negative feedback intimidated me for quite some time. As of late I have decided I no longer want to let that insecure side, that we all have, call the shots anymore. Life is too short not to enjoy it to the absolute fullest, and for me that means putting myself and what I am passionate about out there in the world. Now as much as I adore high end couture, I am a self admitted balla on a budget. Living in a small town with 3 young children doesn't always give me the funds or the options to have the outrageous wardrobe of my dreams, but I make do. Lots of thrift shop finds, bargains at our local shopping centres, ebay, diys and even pieces I've traded for handmade jewelry make up the contents of my closet. From a young age I have always loved experimenting with fashion, often being teased throughout school for some of my more flamboyant choices. I have particularly fond memories of a get-up in 8th grade consisting of a fire engine red vinyl vest that brought on an onslaught of heckling. But that's what it's all about isn't it?? Wearing what you LOVE and not giving a damn. I have never been, and will never be, the type to simply "throw something on". For to me the clothing I wear is an expression of the person within. And this girl just wants to have fun.<br />
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After taking these photos I sadly realized we left out closeups of the fab accessories, mind you I am a little biased because I personally created the nude feather earrings and hourglass pendant I am wearing. Today's pics were taken on sideroads in Cobourg, Ontario. And yes, I was FREEZING.<br />
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Dress from American Eagle Outfitters (hubby kindly shared a birthday gift card). Tights, Riding Boots and Bracelets from Suzy Shier.<br />
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<!--END HYPE WIDGET--><br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-87985412317521689332012-11-03T08:24:00.000-07:002012-11-03T08:24:45.102-07:00"Doing it All" (A Un-Monday Mommy Rant) <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lately I can't help but feel a little sad for my humble blog. It isn't that I've lost my passion for sharing our crafty do's or an on-trend handbag for that matter, the lack of postings comes down to two simple things, exhaustion and time. So when late at night I find myself wishing I could keep my eyes open for long enough to think of something witty or at the very least relevant to share, I can't help but wonder how do other women do it?? Sure there was a time I had hours in the day to devote to surfing the web, discovering the latest and the greatest, planning a new craft to do with my children for every day of the week and being all around on top of it all and fabulous. Looking back I question whether I was on speed without perhaps being aware of it at all. There is something about having that <u>third</u> baby that really gives everything a sudden urgency and Mothers (at least for me) a profound knack for never quite being able to finish one task in it's entirety. So too often lately I find myself filling out school pizza forms at 11:30pm and wondering where the day went so quickly. Three is a small entourage really and if you count most women's husbands, mine included, you can bump the number of needy whiners tugging at the hem of your dress and the edges of your sanity to four. Don't get me wrong I love my family but sometimes when I step back and look at the big picture of what is going on in any one pinpointed moment of the day I'm surprised not to hear the piping in of circus music. I am the ringmaster, sort of, and this home on any given day rivals the theatrics of any three ring circus. So on top of the diaper changes, the meals to be prepared, the fights to be broken up, the dirty laundry to be scrubbed and washed, the booboos to be kissed, the bottles to be fed and then boiled clean, the stories to be read, the lessons to be taught again and again....how is a modern day Mom to manage "doing it all."<br />
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Doing it "ALL" is not realistic yet most women I speak with hold themselves to these impossible standards, myself included. Well "so-and-so" manages to keep an immaculate home, head the student council, run a home business and lead an active and fulfilling social life so why can't I?? Let me tell you something, I'm as likely to believe that story as if you were to tell me that her farts smell of cotton candy. I have been dubbed by those who have clearly not stepped into my house as of late, a "super Mom." While a cape would perhaps give me a little more authority with the 4-8 year old demographic, a super hero I am not. What I am though is a busy Mom who has learned that a stack of dishes can wait because building a fort with my growing children and having a Spongebob marathon is more important. That sometimes dinner will consist of a poptart in the backseat of our car next to a screaming baby because we have back to back dance classes that night. That cuddling with a baby on a quiet afternoon when your two older children are in school beats tackling a weeks worth of laundry any day. That prioritizing sometimes means just having a damn nap. Yes there are days where I somehow find the time to bake a loaf of fresh bread or a pie or give myself a pedicure or arrange a sitter to have a girls lunch out but that's because I have decided to let something else go to do something I felt like doing instead. There is no such thing as "doing it all" I have discovered and though at times this brings me a lot of anxiety it is something I am learning to accept. Our children are only young once so I say we cast off the heavy expectations we have for ourselves, take things one crisis at a time and live for the happy in it all. Hug your babies. Plan and enjoy date nights with your partner. Make "Mommy time" a priority in your schedule. So please dear readers bare with me as I adapt to juggling a growing family, a home business, a child with autism, nurturing my marriage, building a social life and managing a household...while blogging. Maybe I should pull that cape out after all.<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-7411299300989693652012-10-18T08:27:00.000-07:002012-10-18T08:27:05.673-07:00Creating Art CanvasesMy kids and I love browsing pinterest together and are always inspired by the crafts and recipes we come across by the dozens. Last week we decided to try our hand at creating a simple art canvas using varying colors of acrylic paint. We found our canvases 2 for $1 at a local dollar store and luckily we already had a whole slew of paints and brushes stashed away at home. The kids chose their colors, and with a little help setting up from Mommy, they got down to business. Can you which canvas was created by yours truly and which one was created by a small child??<br />
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My hubby was more than certain the top painting was done by my hands
when in fact my oldest, who spends a little time painting every day, is
the artist. That's right I was schooled by a 7 year old, and I'm totally ok with that, and more than a little proud. Look how pleased these little artists are of their handiworks. Now we have some whimsical new pieces to add some much needed color to our bland playroom. <br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-18435539037761666142012-10-11T07:54:00.001-07:002012-10-11T08:01:03.093-07:00Our Fave Fall 2012 Footwear Trends OMG SHOES!! I have an undeniable shoe fetish. Set me lose in any shop with shoes within sight and that is where I gravitate first, every time. This season keep your look fresh with textures like suede, velvet and pony hair. Jewel tones, rich browns and metallics are stealing the scene color wise, while details like spikes, tassels, fringe, brocades and animal prints add a little sass and substance. As always boots are a must, our faves this seasons are the must-have riding boot, a classic cowboy, chunky booties, anything with a wedge heel and sleek wrap boots. Narrowing it down to a few top picks is as always a strenuous process for someone with self diagnosed osd (obsessive shoe disorder) but for the sake of our fashion forward readers we've given it a go. What is your must-have shoe for Fall??
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1. Lace-up Chunky Heel Bootie, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Shoes/Booties/Casual-Booties/Lace-Up-Chunky-Heel-Bootie/pc/2115/c/2653/sc/2654/208263.uts?SSFEAT=636Charlotte_Section_VerticalMostLiked-1328926637626-1346458619377&SREF=CustomerSite&SFBState=Unknown"><b>Charlotte Russe</b></a>.<br />
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2. Sueded Heel-Less Platform Wedge, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&keyword=heel-less+"><b>Charlotte Russe</b></a>.<br />
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3.Tory Burch, Calista Riding Boots, <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/calista-30mm-riding-boot-tory/vp/v=1/845524441942528.htm?folderID=2534374302029428&colorId=14024&extid=affprg-5676018"><b>Shopbop</b></a>.<br />
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4. Spike-Back Sueded Wedge, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/entity/206084.uts"><b>Charlotte Russe</b></a>.<br />
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5. Shakespeare Velvet Platforms, <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=6437769&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=442491&parent_categoryId=208586&pageSize=20&refinements=category~[442524|442491]&noOfRefinements=1&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-EnA2.OuSRRJPU866kP7Nsw&cmpid=aff_ls_tsus&_$ja=tsid:21416|prd:J84DHJLQkR4"><b>TopShop</b></a>.<br />
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6. Coach, Haydee Loafer, <a href="http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/Product-haydee_loafer-10551-10051-Q1561-en?Cid=A_L1&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-EJ.xTCwRSNibkmXb3ezq7w#114156"><b>Coach</b></a>.<br />
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7. Kelsi Dagger, Carousal Nutmeg Suede Fringe Cuffed Wedge Boots, <a href="http://www.lulus.com/products/kelsi-dagger-carousel-nutmeg-suede-fringe-cuffed-wedge-boots/52497.html"><b>Lulus</b></a>.<br />
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8. Sam Edelman, Alvin Haircalf Smoking Slippers, <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/alvin-hair-calf-smoking-flat/vp/v=1/845524441942894.htm?fm=search-viewall-shopbysize"><b>Shopbop</b></a>.<br />
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<b>*All prices have been converted to Canadian dollars.</b><br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-41581830673952042692012-08-09T20:17:00.000-07:002012-08-09T20:19:19.082-07:00Beautiful Bookends<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Add a touch of whimsy and romance to your space with one of these unique bookends. I love the idea of taking a favorite vintage item, such as the classic camera shown here, and re-purposing it as a display piece on a bookshelf. I have my eye on a retro pink typewriter that would look precious next to a couple of my favorite books. Which one is your favorite??<br />
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Photo Credits: <a href="http://www.laurenconrad.com/post/bits-and-baubles-add-a-classic-camera"><b>Lauren Conrad</b></a>, <a href="http://charmingages.tumblr.com/post/5387265378/decoration"><b>Charming Ages</b></a>, <a href="http://media-cache-ec3.pinterest.com/upload/9007267974849783_TwKq6aYh.jpg"><b>Pinterest</b></a>.<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-13109104980483856492012-08-03T14:34:00.000-07:002012-08-03T14:34:02.983-07:00Pretty Manis. Just Because We Can.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We luurve ourselves a pretty mani. Here are some of our fave finds this week via <a href="http://pinterest.com/itmom/"><b>Pinterest</b></a>. Get yo glam on.<br />
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Pink and gold stripes and stars mani featured on <a href="http://www.dailymakeover.com/trends/slideshow/instagram-inspiration-pastel-nails-last-hoorah/?slideid=6&slideshowPaused=false"><b>Daily Makeover</b></a>.<br />
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Refresh-mint Dress Inspired Mani, tutorial via <a href="http://wackylaki.blogspot.ca/2012/04/fashion-friday-wet-n-wild-i-need.html"><b>Wacky Laki</b></a>.<br />
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Essie Tart Deco Mani via <a href="http://pshiiit.com/2011/10/11/essie-tart-deco-la-france-acclame-son-arrivee/"><b>pshiiit</b></a>.<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-21062501982164856332012-08-02T13:13:00.000-07:002012-08-02T13:13:21.417-07:00Green Monster Smoothie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Green smoothies have been attributed to weight loss, healthier skin and nails and shinier hair. What gal wouldn't want to get in on some of that action?? Why?? The high nutrient content of a green smoothie naturally detours your bodies common cravings for junk food and leaves you feeling fuller throughout the day. The blending of the greens and fruit allows your body to easily absorb the valuable goodness inside - vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll and fiber. According to the teachings of Dr. Ann Wigmore, “consuming chlorophyll is like receiving a healthy blood transfusion”. Green smoothies are also full of antioxidants which strengthen your immune system making you a little more super mom than you already are.Giddy up. <br />
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<li>1 frozen banana (tip- heat for 20 seconds in microwave to make cutting easier)</li>
<li>1/2 cup 0% vanilla greek yogurt (or try our fave vegan option - So Delicious coconut yogurt) </li>
<li>1 cup vanilla almond milk</li>
<li>1 tbsp. all natural peanut butter</li>
<li>4-5 cups baby spinach </li>
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1. Add all ingredients to blender. Blend on high until smooth and delicious!! Pour into a tall glass - enjoy!!<br />
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Just in case you're thinking this would taste terrible, like something Popeye would whip up after a bender, stop right there. What do they taste like you wonder?? Like peanut butter and banana!! Trust me - whip one up for yourself.<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-63502701579813545092012-08-01T19:36:00.000-07:002012-08-01T19:36:52.262-07:00Trends We Love: Embellished Collars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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All prices shown are in Canadian dollars. <br />
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<b>Where To Buy:</b><br />
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Dorothy Perkins Mint Sequin Collar Shirt available at <a href="http://us.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=34072&storeId=13065&productId=5749089&langId=-1&cmpId=&viewAllFlag=false&sort_field=Relevance&beginIndex=1&pageSize=20&categoryId=339041&parent_categoryId=339491&_$ja=tsid:34094|prd:QFGLnEolOWg&cmpid=aff_ls_us&siteID=QFGLnEolOWg-Qz69NOWFSw6QSb00eUpHqA"><b>Dorothy Perkins</b></a>.<br />
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New Look Pink Sequin Collar Top available at <a href="http://www.newlook.com/?extcam=AFF_AFW_Editorial+Content_Look"><b>New Look</b></a>.<br />
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TopShop Embellished Collar Peplum Top available at <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=5887603&langId=-1&categoryId=&parent_category_rn=&searchTerm=04L03CIVR&resultCount=1"><b>TopShop</b></a>.<br />
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Lipsy Pink Embellished Collar Shirt available at <a href="http://www.lipsy.co.uk/store/tops/lipsy-embellished-collar-shirt/product-is-TP02244_002"><b>Lipsy London</b></a>.<br />
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We are in looove with these vintage inspired light art pieces that are guaranteed to add a little whimsy and retro flare to your space or next celebration.<br />
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YOLO (you only live once) neon sign, spotted by contributors at <a href="http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2229664/list"><b>houzz</b></a>, was custom created by designer Emily Mughannam for a tween girls room. Personally I would have nothing against hanging this in my own bedroom.<br />
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We have a not-so minor infatuation with this handmade, distressed, light-up marquee ampersand. Artisan <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61465281/3ft-x-3ft-distressed-light-up-marquee?ref=sr_gallery_17&ga_search_query=neon+sign&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade%2Fhousewaresneon+sign"><b>Tom Toupin</b><b></b></a> hand creates each marquee in his collection from start to finish with special attention to detail. Just beautiful.<br />
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<a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/312329/good-things-wall-decor/@center/312332/good-things#/301689"><b>Martha Stewart</b></a> shares how a neon initial can add a touch of fun and class to your next big event....and double as keepsake art.<br />
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I've been whipping these up for all kinds of occasions lately. It all started with my brothers wedding back in May when I wanted to create a beautiful handmade gift but was on an uncomfortably tight budget. If you're lucky enough to come across an old game of scrabble at a local thrift store or collecting dust in a friends basement this entire project will cost only a few dollars. I recently put another one together for my master bedroom in time for our recent anniversary. Hubby loved it. </div>
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After you've tracked down an old game of scrabble round up the letters you'll need and play around with combinations. Find a frame big enough to display your words of choice, we found ours for $1 at our local dollar store. We kept it clean by inserting a plain sheet of white paper inside the frame but you can add in some patterned paper to spice things up a bit. Once you have your tiles laid out the way you would like use hot glue to attach them directly to the glass. The hot glue comes off super easy if you make a mistake and need to do any adjustments. We flipped over one of the tiles and added on a sparrow cabochon just for fun. </div>
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We have another special project in mind for our old scrabble board...but we'll need to collect a few more first. </div>
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HTML for Babies by John C. Vanden-Heuvel Sr. It's never too early to be standards compliant! The first in a three-volume set, originally designed by a NYC Web
Designer for his baby, this beautiful book is a fun and colorful
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Goodnight iPad by Ann Droyd. This hilarious parody not only pokes loving fun at the bygone quiet of
the original classic, but also at our modern plugged-in lives. It will
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Juicy Couture Powder Coat Stretch Bracelet available at <a href="http://www.juicycouture.com/Powder-Coat-Stretch-Bracelet/YJRU6100,en_CA,pd.html?dwvar_YJRU6100_color=001&start=8&cgid=jewelry-bracelets"><b>Juicy Couture</b></a>.<br />
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Chevron Bangle Set available at <a href="http://www.a-thread.com/collections/accessories/products/chevron-bangle-set?ref=hardpin_type138#utm_campaign=type138&utm_medium=HardPin&utm_source=Pinterest"><b>a-thread</b></a>.<br />
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Marc Jacobs ID Bracelet available at <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/bracelet-marc-by-jacobs/vp/v=1/845524441940479.htm?fm=search-shopbysize"><b>shopbop</b></a>.<br />
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Tory Burch Resin Logo Stud Bangle available at <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/resin-logo-stud-wood-bangle/vp/v=1/845524441946669.htm?folderID=2534374302060428&fm=other-shopbysize&colorId=43666"><b>shopbop</b></a>.<br />
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Kate Spade New York Skinny Mini Bow Bangle available at <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/kate-spade-new-york-skinny-mini-bow-bangle?ID=630918&PartnerID=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc=LINKSHARE-_-n-_-n-_-n&LinkshareID=J84DHJLQkR4-zjnNA52izEGAd6Ex8IrE2A"><b>Bloomingdales</b></a>.<br />
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ASOS Spike Stretch Bracelet available at <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Spike-Stretch-Bracelet/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2243802&SearchQuery=spike%20bracelet&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Pink"><b>asos</b></a>.<br />
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<b>Inspiration Photo Credits:</b> <a href="http://nichollvincent.blogspot.ca/"><b>The Chiffon Diary</b></a>, <a href="http://www.stylecaster.com/pictures"><b>StyleCaster</b></a>, <a href="http://definingclassy.tumblr.com/post/22354182833/southernanchors-a-little-much-and-too"><b>Life in the Fast Lane</b></a>.<br />
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We are skipping out on this weeks "Monday Mommy Rant" to celebrate our 1 year wedding anniversary!! I am ever so grateful for this very special man who supports me in everything I do, blessed me with a beautiful family and made all of my dreams come true. </div>
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We celebrated the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Olympic Games today by creating these torches from rolled bristol board and construction paper. We cut off the access bristol board and sealed our seams with white duct tape. Our flames were attached with a glue stick. Our littles are having a ball today taking part in their very own torch relay. Are you watching the opening ceremony at home today with your family??<br />
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My kids LOVE spending time at the beach... I can say without a doubt it's their very favorite activity. We are lucky enough to reside in a beautiful town right on the water so trips are frequent and tans are aplenty. We are always on the hunt for fun new ways to enjoy the sand and sun and these beach toys do not disappoint. Sand play is a wonderful sensory activity that is as soothing and enjoyable for my 7 year old aspie as it is for my preschooler. If you're looking for a fun new way to play check out these innovative toys to make your next trip to the beach a memorable one.<br />
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<a href="http://www.thefancy.com/things/135794397148092617/Baudino-Spilling-Funnel-XXL"><b>Baudino Spilling Funnel</b></a>, $15.25.<br />
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<a href="http://www.melissaanddoug.com/speck-seahorse-sand-ice-cream-set"><b>Melissa & Doug Sand Ice Cream Set</b></a>, $15.24.<br />
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<a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/handtrux-shovel"><b>Handtrux Shovel</b></a>, $18.30.<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-55338727366065441792012-07-24T06:34:00.000-07:002012-07-24T06:34:24.164-07:00Some New Goodies from the Shine! Workshop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We've been fairly busy the past week or so setting up our <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ShineCouture?ref=si_shop"><b>Etsy </b></a> shop and restocking items for the corresponding <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shinecouture"><b>facebook</b></a> page. Come on by and check us out and say hello!! Some of my favorite new pieces include our handcrafted neon lights rhinestone statement necklace (only 1 available), golden double finger bicycle rings and our new evil eye pendant we brought in from Turkey. We have some gorgeous new supplies in this week so stay tuned for new quartz necklaces, sea glass pendants and coral branch pendants...all hand crafted and made with love!!<br />
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<br />styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5709355111171502219.post-9715541462000977192012-07-23T17:40:00.000-07:002012-07-23T18:01:24.259-07:00Those Little Lazy Things (A Monday Mommy Rant)Pet Peeves. We all have them. If you're anything like me you have a LOT of them. Little nagging things that grate on your nerves and get under your skin. Now even though I don't have enough fingers to count the little things that make my eyes roll so far back in my head I look blind, there is one thing that drives me more crazy than the rest put together - totally unjustified acts of slobbish laziness. I read somewhere once that if stay at home Moms were paid an annual salary it would easily total more than 6 figures a year. I concur. Still waiting to see that paycheck I might mention. Why the big bucks?? Because us Moms are not only on call 24 hours a day, our job is never done. There is always a meal to prepare, a mess to clean, a lesson to teach, a booboo to be kissed better, a pair of dueling children to separate, a load of laundry to be washed and folded, a list of errands to be run, bills to be paid, kids to be bathed....I could go on. So amongst my busy day when I notice a small act of unnecessary laziness I can't help but want to pull my hair out and run screaming for the door. Instead I sigh and once again roll my eyes to the heavens. Feel my pain?? Here are a few that I come across most often in my home -<br />
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1. Where is that movie...?? It's not in it's case...but another one is..along with 2 others that do not belong. It's not in the pile of dvds stacked upside down and rightside up next to the dvd player and on top of the wall unit. On second thought why the %$&# are none of these damn things in the cases to which they belong?? Who keeps doing this?! If you ask my husband he says it must be his Mother. If you ask her she doesn't use the thing at all because she doesn't understand how our system is all put together. My 7 year old sure isn't the one doing it. So apparently we have a hoard of dvd swapping gnomes living somewhere hidden in our home. Maybe they're bunking with the ones that keep hanging the toilet paper roll the wrong way and leave trails of mystery crumbs on my kitchen counter every morning. It's about time I declare war on these suckas.<br />
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2. Man socks. Oh man socks. How is it that I constantly find crumpled balls of stinky man socks ALL over my house on a regular basis. Every time I turn around there they are. All crunchy and stanky and abandoned like some sort of a shed skin. How many pairs of socks a day is my husband wearing?? All of these cannot possibly be his. Frankly I am growing a little concerned. Between you and I am strongly considering staging an intervention.<br />
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3. Itty bitty teeny weeny little...bits of toilet paper?? What is this?? It's almost like stumbling upon a trail of bread crumbs but it leads nowhere exciting at all. A dusty corner. A pocket under the stairs. They don't seem dirty at all. Not like someone has used them to blow their nose or anything of that nature. This always leaves me feeling kerfuffled. I never see anyone actually do this. Yet the very next day there they are again. One of my children is surely an evil mastermind because this daily ritual is driving me round the bend. At least they are more than happy to yield a broom and dustpan when asked of them. Yup - we're in this together.<br />
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4. So close. But not quite. The laundry hamper is only a foot away and yet the clothes only made it just that far. Why? Why? WHY? I even went as far as to provide each of my children with their very own laundry hamper that they keep in their very own bedrooms. And yet. There must be something about placing soiled clothing directly inside of a laundry hamper that chills both husbands and children alike to the bone. Is it an act of superstition?? Perhaps the hamper itself is haunted?? All I know is it's lucky this crew has a handy Momma like me around otherwise I'm unsure their underpants would see a spin cycle again any time soon.<br />
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5. Who doesn't love the smell of mildew in the morning?? There is nothing quite like finally carving out 5 minutes to have a hot shower, closing the door to the bathroom and finding a heap of wet towels on the floor knee height deep. Where? What? How? Usually this pile is directly next to what I've been told is a fully functional towel rack.No amount of swearing and pacing the bathroom is going to make the pile disappear - trust me, Ive tried. I guess that shower will have to wait until tomorrow....it's time to toss in yet another load of laundry. <br />
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Now that I've gotten that off of my chest I need to know - what little things do you find around your home that drive you absolutely crazy?? If you need a good de-stresser I can recommend a fabulous Chardonnay. Cheers!!<br />
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We're bringing sexy back!! There is something unmistakeably delicious about the retro stylings of a Smeg. Is it those curves? The wide variety of color options that makes shopping for an appliance akin to shopping for a hot new pair of kicks? It's 50's charm? Whatever it is the Smeg has swagger. Yes I have a pure unadulterated crush on Smeg. It will be mine - oh yes, it will be mine. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dappliances&field-keywords=smeg"><b>Amazon</b></a> of course carries a wide variety of colors and styles but with a price tag of $2,000+ I better start saving my pennies. Which color is your favorite??</div>
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Remember the little plastic army men your older brother used to play with?? Well these classic molded creations have the same retro flair but with a modern edge and bright can't miss colors your kids will love. All City Breakers celebrate dance and creativity and are sure to ignite your children's imaginations in play. A boxed set of 20 are available for $31.94 or you can pick and choose your favorites for $2.08 each. Bust a move and check them out at <a href="http://www.kidrobot.com/Toys/MiniFigures/AllCityBreakersMiniSeries2Inch.html"><b>kidrobot</b></a>.<br />
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We adore the simple elegance of a nude mani. There isn't an outfit a fresh set of nude nails doesn't compliment. Keep it slick and natural or mix it up with some sparkles, a touch of accent color or a bold outline. What's your favorite way to rock the nude??<br />
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Image Sources: <a href="http://lyndsxo-glamourmoms.blogspot.ca/2012/07/diy-wine-cork-succulent-planter-magnets.html"><b>Pinterest</b></a> and <a href="http://pshiiit.com/"><b>pshiiit</b></a>.<br />
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Adorbs right??? These sweet wine cork succulent planter magnets (wow-that's a mouthful) are oh so simple to make and are undeniably darling. I made up our batch in less than 10 minutes with some reserved wine corks, succulent trimmings and common crafty bits. Who doesn't have a secret stockpile of wine corks somewhere since Pinterest made it's debut?? Here's how we did it!! Please excuse my disgruntled manicure. <br />
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Hollow the centers of your wine corks with a paring knife or an extra large drill bit. In the time it took me to carve out the center of one cork with a paring knife my hubby hollowed out two with his drill. <br />
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Adhere magnet rounds to the side of the cork using a hot glue gun. We found our magnet rounds at a local dollar store.
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Place a little soil in the hollow of the cork and carefully insert your succulent trimming. Add a little more soil around the edges and gently press down the soil to secure the plant. Water with an eye dropper. You can also dip the tip of your succulent in rooting hormone before planting to give it a better chance to take root in it's new home. Rooting hormone can be found at any nursery.<br />
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LOVELY!! Wouldn't these made a neat little housewarming gift?? Hand crafted presents are my favorite.<br />
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A touch of galaxy style can make your look truly out of this world!! We love this style in pretty soft shades. A flouncy skirt, maxi dress or pair of spaced out shorts are just the ticket to show off this style in the Summer heat. We are especially head over heels for the skirt shown above which is custom printed with actual images from the Hubble telescope. AH-MAZING!!<br />
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Image Sources: Galaxy mani found on <a href="http://pinterest.com/itmom/beauty/"><b>Pinterest</b></a>, scarf available for $45 at <a href="http://shadowplaynyc.myshopify.com/collections/accessories/products/crimson-galaxy-silk-scarf-handkerchief"><b>shadowplaynyc</b></a>, skirt available for $138 at <a href="http://shadowplaynyc.myshopify.com/collections/skirts/products/starburst-cluster-pixel-galaxy-space-skirt"><b>shadowplaynyc</b></a>.styledarlinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07743139477053375277noreply@blogger.com0