Sunday Lovely

Ladies and Gents, I'm going on a trip! Of course, I haven't packed yet, but not to worry! Here is some packing inspiration:

Images via weheartit. Click picture for original source.

I wish I had such cute suitcases--all my goodies will be packed into a sensible travel suitcase. Ciao!
♥ Shannon

Project Runway Pt IV

I finished it!

Next step, Renaissance Festival! ♥ Shannon

Owl Love

I am adoring all these little owls. They have so much personality!

 Tulip Love Affair is just so precious.

I want to embellish everything with these little guys!

They love each other!

I just love his little face!!

I'm really resisting an owl pun right now! ♥ Shannon

Fashion Do or Don't

As I look for fall solutions to fashion (read: alternatives to jeans every day), I've been wondering how I can wear dresses and heels into the cool weather. So--socks with heels, yes or no?

A girl's gotta do something to stay warm! ♥ Shannon

Project Runway Pt III

This silly blouse took me forever to create!

 The final step: the vest...wish me luck! ♥ Shannon

Happy Monday!

It's starting to get cold, so I thought I'd post a few things to keep you warm!

A warm drink, like this decadent hot chocolate.

 

Mittens for your little hands!

These gorgeous boots for your feet.

A cozy throw (I keep these in every room of the house!).

And perhaps the loveliest coat ever!

How do you stay warm?  ♥ Shannon

Halloween DIY

This is such a fun craft with a spooky and personal effect!

 The items you will need are: a photograph, a picture frame, paint, paintbrush, sandpaper, and gemstones (mine have a flat, sticky back, but you could also glue sequins). Also helpful: photo editing software.

 Step 1: Paint the picture frame black. If necessary, use sandpaper to prep the surface so the paint will stick. Once dry, I used the sandpaper to scratch the surface of the frame to make it look aged and worn.

Step 2: While the paint dries, it is time to age your photo. I applied an action in Photoshop (shown on the right), but you could also used black and white (on the left), or age it yourself (crumple the picture, stain it with tea, etc).

 Step 3: Stick the gemstones on the eyes in the photo. It's fun to use different colors if you have multiple people in the picture.

 Step 4: Put your little zombie into its frame and you're done!

These look great when many are displayed together. Add some vintage candlesticks, black candles, dark paperbacks from the thrift shop, and you're on your way to a haunting little scene!

Enjoy! ♥ Shannon