the good 'ole days & inspiration

I Remember the Good 'Ole Days when I could sleep in on the weekends past noon... oh wait.. that was only six months ago. Funny how quickly things change. Here is some inspiration I made a few years ago. I will post a printable sometime this week { maybe even a few new ones } so you can print - frame - and enjoy in your home! Thoughtful of me, I know.

& Because I was rambling about  the"good ole days" Here is an old  Halloween photo I found {Perfect timing}:

Also, I have some great news to tell!  I will be hosting my FIRST giveaway starting November 17 which just happens to be my Birthday & My parents Wedding Anniversary.  So stay tuned and make sure you come back to enter the Giveaway!  Well, I am off to work my second job. Toodles!

P.S. Do you all have plans for this Halloween Weekend?  I'd love to hear in the comment section { this may even increase your chance to win my giveaway next month *Hint *hint }

XOXO

Free Cleaning Printable

Free Cleaning Printable made by yours truly.  I will be making more printables, and I promise they will be better than this.  { This was my first one }  It is meant to be printed on 8.5 x 11 paper.  

 { Download yours HERE }

 

Also if you can help out my boyfriend and click on these links for $$ , it would help me out as well! xox Lisa Nicole

Polka Dots

I don't know about you, but Polka Dots are seriously amazing. & They have and always will be IN STYLE.  You can give any look a feminine feel by just throwing in some polka dots to your outfit and style.

Here are some of my favorites that you can mix and match with any color jeans!  Get creative, get Dotty!


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Forever 21 dress/ Dorothy Perkins teal dress/ Suno New York sheer top/ AX Paris Jumper beige sweater/Wet Seal Blazer/Marc Jacobs wallet/Rare London Scarf

DIY Captoe Shoes

I have been very into this whole "Cap-Toe" look lately. So I went to the mall to check them out in person and try a few styles on only coming to find out they ran a little too expensive for being a "trend."  And That my friends is my problem with super trendy things: It's a trend. Simple as that.  So while it may be all the rage right now, it might not be next month.  So I don't feel like wasting over $80 on something I will be over in the next few months.

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Chanel Cap Toe Heels via google

So I opted out for a better, more affordable way to win this trend battle and make them myself!  You can reuse an old pair of flats or heels, or you can purchase an inexpensive pair.

 

Here's how to create your own

You will need:

- A Pair of flats or heels.

-Modge Podge/ or Spray Paint (Depending on if you want glitter or paint)

-Glitter

-Clear Coat Spray Paint

-Tape

 Step 1: Tape off shoes

 Step 2: Mix Glitter and Mod Podge in a cup or container

 Step 3: Stir mod podge and glitter and paint across shoe.  ( Note: I had to use many layers to get full coverage)

 Step 4: Peel tape off after it is completely dry, pull at an angle to make sure it creates a straight line  { please excuse my chipped nail polish.. I am in need of a manicure }

 Step 5: Show off your new captoe shoes

What do you think? Will you try to make your own Cap Toe Shoes? What are your favorite trends right now?

-Lisa

If you haven't heard, Now You Have

If you haven't heard of IDEELI, you will by the time you are done reading this post! What is Ideeli you ask? Well gals, this is an incredible website that showcases fashion for women, men, and children.  They also have travel items and home decor { who doesn't love shopping for that! }
The BEST part is, you get the thrill of discovery and the satisfaction of a deal.

AND they have FREE SHIPPING 

 

They feature incredible brands at a fraction of the cost.

Plus, if you use my link to join, you will be helping me out AND you will be able to invite friends which helps get you a $25 voucher. So help a gal out ;) plus we all win! $25 voucher per friend invited! Yes please!

USE MY LINK HERE --> Click me

My favorite finds from Ideeli:

{ & My birthday and the Holidays are coming up, hint hint! haha }

They change the deals they have weekly, so definitely check back often to score your favorite deal! Let me know via comment if you sign up with my link & I will place your blog button on my page!

Thanks for the Love! 

 

Also these adorable shoes Below!

Handmade cards and gift tags

If you've ever been super into crafts and card making. Yolanda is your go to gal!  I've known her for a few years and she seriously is one crafty mama! She makes and designs the best handmade cards, and gift tags that I have ever seen! Definitely and inspiration! Check her out! 

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And seriously, lets start making some handmade cards! Especially with the Holidays near! Those cards at Hallmark run for minumum $5 a card nowadays.. and the majority of people who receive them throw them away anyways. Why not make one they would feel bad throwing away? ;-)

Are you into cardmaking? I'd love to hear from you!
Also looking for lovely ladies to guest post on my blog!

Please e-mail me if you are interested!

Hosting my First Giveaway

In honor of my Birthday and coming of age { 24- eeeek! }, I am hosting a giveaway! So let your friends know, add me on GFC, and start winning those prizes!! Starts November 17, 2012 xoxo a Rafflecopter giveaway

Beautifying My Blog

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Hey Everyone! Please bare with me as I am currently in the process of Beautifying my Blog.  So you may see some strange changes until it's completely finished.  Some changes may stay, some may just be there to be tested. If you have any suggestions or great ideas for me, I would love to hear them!  In the meantime I'll be giving my blog a makeover! { Wish me Luck- Webdesign is not my forte }


xox Lisa

Gold Chain Bracelet.. on its way to me!

This Beauty is on its way to me.

Purchased from T + J Designs.

 $15 plus $5 shipping, and for signing up on their website I received $10 off bringing my total price to $10! That's RAD!

I am in love with their jewelry! Seriously, Check it out!!

Plus Gold Thick Chain Bracelets are so in right now. I can't wait till it comes in!  Also you can check out T + J Designs blog here. 

 

I will post photos when I receive my beautiful bracelet! Stay tuned!

xoxo Lisa

P.S. What are your weekend plans? I'm heading to Pismo Beach for the weekend to support my boyfriends 12U Baseball Teams tournament. So I'm excited to relax and getaway for the weekend =)

Also, Scribble-n-Dash is having a giveaway! Coffee Cozie's, along with the mug as well as some Starbucks coffee!! Click here to enter giveaway

 

The Trendy Envelope Clutch

I have had my eye on these Day Purses for quite some time.  They are so cute, and so IN this fall season.  I love them in bright colors to compliment and add some pizazz to any outfit. 

Here are some I found that I fell in love with the colors, and the look! You wont break the bank (or your back) with these beauties:

Foreign Exchange- $14.00

Envelope Clutch- $23.00 Foreign Exchange

What do you think? Will you be purchasing a Day Purse this season? I'd love to hear your thoughts.

-Lisa