Crafty. Quirky. Fun.

Free Stuff: To-Do list

2010-07-17T06:51:00.000-04:00

I'm all about organization & making life easier. What better way to do that than with my pretty to-do list. Just save the .pdf file to your desktop and print. I set it up to be perfect to fit 2 on an 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper. Make sure you set your printer to landscape. Why am I not selling this? I'm using brushes & images that were found all over the web. I'd like to give credit to the

Free Crafting Labels!

2010-07-09T04:48:00.000-04:00

To follow up with my last post on how I love the vintage look of apothecary jars, I thought I'd make some labels for all my wonderful fans out there. Need it bigger or smaller? Just print out the sheet & cut out the labels you need to use. Find a copier and resize as needed. Viola! I created these and have them out there for PERSONAL USE ONLY. Please do not use these for commercial or

Ladies Luxury Escape - Boston

2010-04-28T23:28:00.003-04:00

Looking to have fun in boston on May 1st. I may have the perfect thing. the Ladies Luxury escape in boston. I have a special discount code for people that follow my blog. It's 50% off tonight only for 5 more hours! Click Here: http://livingsocial.com/deals/1935?ref=personalized-link-box-202971&rpi=202971 for the deal!What do you get for $15:Oh yes, it's ladies night, and the feeling's

Hair Accessories and an Etsy shop

2009-06-16T17:45:00.004-04:00

Hey all,I've opened an etsy shop and will be listing some of my projects for you to see. Check out some of the hair accessories I've been creating.Visit my shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7535023

For the Preppy Girl in all of us...

2009-05-03T13:02:00.002-04:00

I enjoyed putting together outfits so much I decided to do it again. Here's a cute preppy fashion set that I hope you enjoy as well. Here's the Breakdown:Organic Cotton teeTedior teddy bear necklace by DiorTods Jutta FlatsRalph Lauren Pink & White totePink Skirt by YoCoWhite HeadbandPink Sapphire earrings by Diamond Harmony

Bikini-ready body in 3 easy steps

2009-05-03T12:11:00.004-04:00

Hi All,Haven't posted in a while, but I promise I'll post a nice little purse project I worked on recently. What I really want to talk about today is getting your body ready for a bikini this summer. I know, I know.... nobody really wants to think about it. After packing on the winter pounds it's tough to think about everyone looking at you in next to nothing.I do have some tips that will make

Pretty in Pink

2009-02-02T09:05:00.003-05:00

Want to look pretty in Pink, yet still have a sophisticated look for work?Easily go from a day at the office to a fabulous night on the town in this office. The little bit of sparkle in the earrings and the brooch make it classy, but not over the top for the office, yet perfect for cocktails at night.

Valentine's Day Fashions

2009-01-30T17:46:00.005-05:00

I'm in the mood for love. From Romantic to Red Hot, I've put together theme looks for a special night out.Above: Black and Red make a sexy combo for Valentine's Day. As sexy as red and black can be together it makes a surprisingly sophisticated look.Below: Edwardian Romance doesn't have to be out of reach. Pair muted tones with romantic ruffles and florals.

Make your own Natural Hairspray

2009-01-28T13:59:00.002-05:00

To make a natural organic hairspray, combine 2 cups of water with the juice of one lemon (or an orange if you have dry hair) in a saucepan. Simmer until it comes to a boil. Cool and strain the mixture. Pour into a spray bottle. It can be used on wet hair to add body or applied to dry hair. The lemon will not significantly lighten hair.This recipe is good for a light hold.If you would like a

Feelin the love on Valentine's Day

2009-01-14T15:12:00.003-05:00

Valentine's Day to me means showing those whom you love how much you care and appreciate them. You should make them feel special. Even if you can't bake or cook or craft, you still can give them something that they'll know you spent a lot of time thinking about.Plan a special evening:- Before the plans even begin, set the mood. Send a simple love note or surprise your valentine with flowers,

Save My Plants!

2009-01-14T14:58:00.003-05:00

I had my own little indoor "oasis" you could say with all my plants. They did well all summer & fall. The second we hit winter, it all went downhill. Currently I have an italian basil, an orchid, a bamboo plant, and a spider plant.- The Basil is completely gone. I've tried watering, leaving it be, adding plant food, etc.- The orchids look like they're on their way out. They get more droopy

How to create an animation with Photoshop and ImageReady

2008-11-18T15:21:00.003-05:00

Since most people think animated images are cool but don't know how to do them, I've created a nice little tutorial with step-by-step instructions as well as screenshots to help you create your very own animation with photoshop and imageready.Check out my tutorial on Ehow on how to do this step by step. Here's my animated finial image from the tutorial.http://www.ehow.com/how_4606734_

Pretty Leaf Candles

2008-11-07T17:45:00.004-05:00

Okay, so Martha Steward has this candle craft on her site, and I can't help redoing the instructions to make it easier for people to make. I mean most people don't have leaf stamps (plus stamps are really expensive) and I don't have a brayer. So I'm posting her craft, only with stuff you might have around the house.Stuff you'll need:paper towelsalcoholcotton ballsbrayer/ or mini roller (like

I Voted for Ron Paul

2008-11-04T19:13:00.002-05:00

Even if it is a long shot I live in MA and I opted to write-in Ron Paul. I don't know if there is a way to confirm this, I don't know how MA processes votes? I hope if you can vote, you consider a man that represents the true constitution and bill of rights for this country. VOTE RON PAUL 2008!

Preppy Pooches

2008-10-16T12:04:00.004-04:00

So I'm now totally obsessed with these little cuties! I decided to make a couple of preppy ones and here's how they turned out. I'm selling them on my website http://www.jenniferlena.com/design.htm so contact me if you love them. I'll even customize them for you. If you want a specific color, letter, ribbon or embellishment; I'm up for the challenge. Get em' quick because I've already sold

Plushy Dogs!

2008-10-15T11:32:00.004-04:00

I wanted to get into some new crafts so I did a few searches online. I was going to do something with prints, but then I stumbled upon a really cute pastime; plush toys. You may think that they're childish, but they're really fun to make. I think I'm going to try to sell them at a craft fair or even online.These are not only the cutest little scotty dogs you've ever seen, but they're also

Shoe Dilemma

2008-10-09T10:20:00.004-04:00

(I'll give you a picture of me in the dress soon)I found out that I'm going to a pretty fancy wedding in November. I needed a great dress that was beautiful, elegant and would keep me a little warmer than some of the other dresses in my closet.Every day that I've been driving to work for the past two weeks I've gone by this clothing store that had a gorgeous teal dress in the window. Finally I

Spooky Halloween Pumpkins

2008-10-08T14:25:00.006-04:00

Hooray for fall! I'm so excited that it's here. Nothing better than apple cider and pumpkin pie. Speaking of pumpkins I've decided to give a little tutorial on how to carve pumpkins for yourparty or just the trick or treaters.I personally prefer scary jack-o-lantern faces to the fancy templates or the happy jack-o-lanterns you usually see. Because of this I've created templates for you to use

Check out my helpful articles

2008-09-16T10:42:00.004-04:00

I've been writing helpful articles all all sorts of things on ehow. My name on there is preppygirl. You can check out my informative articles here:http://www.ehow.com/members/preppygirl-articles.html

Travel Scrapbook

2008-09-02T14:36:00.003-04:00

This is a super-cute travel scrapbook that's easy to make. A travel scrapbook can showcase photographs from your trip as well as printed ephemera gathered along the way, such as business cards, wine labels, cafe napkins, and sightseeing scraps. For these two albums, out-of-date travel books from the visited cities are taken apart, then reassembled into accordion books using the original covers,

How to make a metal cuff bracelet with jewels

2008-08-29T12:18:00.002-04:00

You will need: Bracelet mandrelRaw hide hammerAnvilBall peen hammerJeweler’s saw and No. 2 bladeAssortment of jeweler’s files6" by ½" 16 gauge sterling sheetFor a Bracelet with jewels:Gemstonessilver soldersmall, thin sheets of silvertorcheye protectionfluxtweezersA surface that is heat resistant (stone, brick, etc.) 1. First use a saw or metal cutting shears to cut a piece of 16 gauge

How to Make Earrings

2008-08-29T12:14:00.001-04:00

Materials:Basic earrings: 2 headpins 2 earwiresbeads you likeround-nose pliers Instructions: 1. Find a Head Pin Head pins have flat heads on the bottom, and are available in different sizes and thicknesses. 2. Add Beads Put some beads on the head pin. Experiment with different colors and styles. In this picture, spacer beads are used to

Gardasil is Evil - The truth behind those happy commercials

2008-08-15T16:07:00.004-04:00

I am reposting this from the blog 'Evil Slutopia'. I've always been leery of those Gardasil commercials, here are some great reasons why I believe 90% of the female population (at the very least) should NOT get this 'vaccine'.I'd also like to ask the question and I hope that someboody can remember this.. There was a vaccine back in the 80's pushed on girls that was a lot like Gardasil. Of

The Perfect Tea Party

2008-08-14T14:37:00.003-04:00

I love parties. They're a fun way to mingle with friends and family. You get to relax, enjoy and have a great time. As you know I'm a very crafty person so, every time I get the chance, I do things in a fun way. I also like things to be very preppy and proper. I probably should've been a southern belle. I guess even yankees can have their good old fashioned high tea.I thought laying out how

Homemade Flower Preservative - Make Blooms Last Forever on the Cheap

2008-08-13T10:15:00.002-04:00

If you love to make crafts with flowers, I know you will love this "recipe." Dried flowers always break apart and are hard to work with and fresh flowers turn brown. Using this method, you can preserve daisies, pansies, apple blossoms, asters and other flowers. They will stay summer fresh indefinitely! I've seen a kit advertised for sale on T.V. that uses a more tedious technique and costs around

Inspiration Boards

2008-08-12T10:35:00.007-04:00

If you're stuck in a crafting rut I have the perfect solution for you, Inspiration boards. Inspiration boards can be done on a computer, or right at home on a cork board, ribbon board or magnetic board. It helps to come up with a theme for your inspiration board, once you do either scour the internet or magazines and old books to match what you like.Themes can be based on colors, thoughts,

Homemade Jewelry gift and packaging

2008-08-04T09:55:00.003-04:00

Hi All,Thought I'd give a little tutorial on how to make a cute jewelry gift for friends and family that relatively cheap and cute.I found this image on another site, I'll give you a tutorial on how to make this and something similar.First figure out what you want to make ( a necklace, keychain, earrings, etc.)For a Necklace:-Get a metal chain from a craft store (either the ball or the link)-

New Art!

2008-07-31T16:05:00.002-04:00

Hi All,I've done some more artwork. I've been using photoshop a lot lately. Here's some of the fun stuff I've been painting:An Illustration for Illustration Friday. The theme was "canned" so I did a painting of Donald Trump getting "canned". Thought it would be a fun little endeavor. I think it turned out okay. I got a little bit lazy with the shadow, but I can always fix that.Then I

Illustration Sites

2008-07-25T16:36:00.002-04:00

Hi All, By recommendation of my friends I decided to start doing artwork for some illustration sites. They both have really great artists with awesome talent.Check them out they're here:illustration fridayMonday artday

Great Ideas, but don't know where to start

2008-07-24T11:36:00.002-04:00

Hi All, I probably haven't mentioned this before, but I'm a webmaster among other things. I'm great at graphic design, but haven't a clue as to building programs. I have a great idea for a web 2.0 program, but don't know where to start and who I can get to help me. And then I have no money to pay said people that are developing the software, which makes the problem even worse.I'd just like to

Having a sucessful party

2008-07-21T12:13:00.002-04:00

Hi All, I recently had a wonderful 4th of July Party and wanted to share it with you. Parties are all about fun and relaxation. Give your guests lots of options, so if someone doesn't want to do something, it's okay because there are lots of activities.When you have a party, it's pretty typical that everybody doesn't know everybody. People tend to gravitate towards a group that they already

Photo Album Keychain

2008-07-15T10:51:00.004-04:00

I saw this really cute idea for a key chain. Rather than some cheap plastic nonsense that you normally would throw on a key chain, this photo album is cute, pretty and makes an awesome gift. You can give it as a Wedding Gift, a Baby Gift, A "Best-Friends" gift or anything else you can imagine.I would suggest either using a heavy card stock or a leather or suede. It will look nice and hold up

Contest on My Website?

2008-07-15T10:41:00.002-04:00

I guess this is more like a poll question than anything else to all my readers. I'm thinking of putting a contest on my website. It will be called the Ugly Logo Design Contest. Pretty much the concept is people from everywhere can submit their logo to me. As you all know a lot of companies out there either don't have a logo (they just choose a random ugly font and call it a day) or, they had

Bug Bite Treatment

2008-07-15T10:15:00.003-04:00

So, this past weekend my bf invited me on his boat. I did express some concern over going. I knew that this was the season for greenheads. For those of you that don't know the joy of greenheads (a.k.a: horseflys) here's the rundown on them. They look like flys, but much larger and also have a greenhead, hence the name. What they should really be called are, "Greenheads, bloodsucking demons of

So I'm kindah a lazy postah

2008-07-15T10:10:00.002-04:00

Sorry Ladies and Gents,I didn't really realize that a lot of people actually read my blog until I got a really nice email from a fan in Cincinnati. It made me so happy and feel bad that I don't post as often as I should to this blog. Sooo, because of that I'll try really hard to bring you guys new content more often. I want everyone to have new fun things to look forward to on this blog.

A Travesty in the Design World

2008-06-25T15:46:00.003-04:00

I've decided to address a real problem that I've seen lately in the advertising world. I do Graphic Design and Illustration work and am devastated every time I run across a bad ad. These are the ads that a company or business gets from little cousin billy that took an art class in middle school. Because little cousin billy can draw a stick figure and knows how to make a great collage (oh and

Summertime Quesadillias

2008-06-16T19:14:00.003-04:00

Hi All,Haven't posted in a while because I wasn't really getting any comments. Didn't think anyone read my rants. Apparently you do!I had some great Quesadillas the other day. My BF made them, they were awesome. Not your usual mix of ingredients, but super delish!What you'll Need:For the Quesadillas-Tortillas-Goat Cheese-Corn(already cooked)-Cucumber (chopped)-Salsa-Sour Cream-Red Onion(

Guilt-Free Gello for a cool summer snack!

2008-04-21T12:11:00.001-04:00

Want a cool summer snack that you don’t have to feel guilty about? I found a great way the other day with my homemade “gello”. 2 cups fruit juice (or healthy juice) ½ cup of sugar (or for a sugar free healthy solution try 7 packages of stevia*) 2 packages of unflavored gelatin A small bowl A glass container to pour “gello” into (or a mold) A pot Take ½ cup of the juice (I used a

Cute Idea for party/event drinks and favors

2008-04-01T10:43:00.002-04:00

I came up with this really cute idea for anyone that wants to have a party or an event and give their guests a cute gift to remember it.What you will need:- martini glasses- glass paint & brushes (the best kind is the paint you can bake on)- stencils & tape- rock candy sticks (optional)- pre-printed hang tags (optional and you can do this on your computer)Take your martini glass and place your

Spring on Ice

2008-03-31T14:36:00.003-04:00

I'm really happy that it's officially spring. However, with that said mother nature hasn't gotten the memo yet (well, at least in New England).How does one so excited to celebrate the spring, actually get a taste of it with all this rain and cold? Simply by going with the cold.Make everyday drinks and get-togethers fun and springy by adding flowers!How to make flower ice cubes-Organic

Elegant Easter Egg Party Favors

2008-03-04T10:12:00.000-05:00

Elegant Easter egg party favors are fun and whimsical. You can customize them in any way your want, but the method is the same. Fill your elegant favors with candies and other goodies for your guests. Things You’ll Need: Plastic Easter eggsGlueFinely ground glitterCandySpray paint primerAntique white spray paint kitNewspaperWood gel stainClean white

St. Patrick's Day Dinner

2008-03-04T09:59:00.003-05:00

St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon. Even though I’m not Irish, my mother always makes a traditional Irish dinner every year. I hate to say it, but I think it’s awful. Not her cooking so much, but the bland taste of Irish food. I’ve been scouring the web looking for Irish food that’s a little more exciting than the boiled cabbage, potatoes & corned beef I get every year. I hope that this

Great Ideas for a Free Valentine's Day!

2008-02-07T09:47:00.000-05:00

Are you a Cheapskate, but still want to express your love on Valentine's Day? Now you can thanks to these great tips I found on e-how! Steps 1 Step One

Fun and Flirty Valentine's Day Party (Part 2)

2008-01-16T11:08:00.000-05:00

Since I couldn't fit everything in 1 post, here I go with part 2. Onto the drinks!I'd make a pretty pink punch for guests. I have recipes in other posts on this site. If you want to give your guests a chuckle you can use these awesome playboy bunny ice cube trays in your punch, the ice bucket and drinks that call for ice. You can also make a drink list for guests that includes funny named

Hosting a Fun & Flirty Valentine's Day Party

2008-01-16T10:02:00.000-05:00

I've been thinking lately how fun it would be to host a Valentine's Day Party. I don't know anyone that has actually ever had one, so I think I should be the first to start this tradition. You should only either invite couples or invite couples and an even amount of singles of the opposite sex. This way you can encourage mingling of the singles (and you don't have to worry about single friends

Pretty Fortune Cookie Placecards/Gifts

2008-01-16T09:59:00.000-05:00

Fortune Place Card How-To1. Print messages or romantic quotations centered onto 8 1/2-by-11-inch card stock, oriented horizontally. Cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Turn strips over, and calligraph first and last names 1 inch from each end. Notch ends. 2. To make the "cookie," cut patterned paper into a circle 5 1/2 inches in diameter (if you like, make a cardboard template using a compass).

Make your Own Gift Boxes

2008-01-03T12:12:00.001-05:00

Are you bored of wrapping presents the old fashioned way? Would you love to give a gift in an interesting package or a custom paper? The wait is over you can now! I ran across these free box templates online that you can print from your computer. Make sure you purchase a heavyweight paper or cardstock in a print or solid color you like. There are hundreds of patterns and papers to choose from

My Holiday Rant

2008-01-02T10:04:00.000-05:00

Okay so Christmas is over, New Years is barely over and yet the stores are already two months ahead....Valentine's Day stuff is already packed into the retailer's stores.Can't we get over our hangover in peace without having to worry about what to get our Valentine?I just went broke a week ago from Christmas!*sigh* They're always pushing the products. And the worst part is I'm semi-giving into

Chocolate Cream Puff Hearts

2008-01-02T09:53:00.000-05:00

Puffs:1 cup all purpose flour1 cup water½ cup margarine or butter1 oz. (1 square) semi-sweet chocolate¼ tsp salt4 eggsFilling:2 cups whipping cream2 to 3 tbsp powdered sugar1 cup caramel ice cream topping¼ cup chopped pecansRecipeDirectionsHeat oven to 375 F. Grease cookie sheets. Lightly spoonflour into measuring cup; level off. In medium saucepan,combine water, margarine, chocolate and salt

Wishing You a Wonderful New Year!

2008-01-02T09:49:00.000-05:00

Hello everyone!I hope that everyone had a wonderful and safe new year! To kick off 2008 we'll have to start by committing to resolutions. Or at least give it our best effort.I hope to lose weight and make lots of money... haha let's see if it happens.I'll have lots of new fun stuff for you guys and gals looking to have a fun little project to make or bake... at least that's a resolution I know I

Holiday Punch with Snowflakes

2007-12-18T12:01:00.000-05:00

I say why have the traditional ring or just normal ice when you can have pretty, festive, snowflakes. You can even add a drop of food coloring or add sugar to the mold before freezing to make the color and sparkle enhanced.1/2 gallon sherbet1 lg. can pineapple juice1 (2 liter) bottle 7-UP1 (2 liter) bottle ginger alePlace unthawed sherbet in punch bowl about 1 hour before serving. Add cold

Almond Raspberry Heart Cookies

2007-12-17T13:18:00.001-05:00

These delightful cookies are made with a cream cheese cookie dough rolled in coarsely ground almonds, and they're filled with a dab of seedless raspberry jam. If you would like a smooth finish, you may decide to super-finely grind the almonds or go without them altogether. For the health-conscious guest, you may choose to purchase all organic ingredients. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup (8 ounces) butter,

Snowman Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipie

2007-12-12T14:22:00.001-05:00

All holiday appetizers should be this fun! This adorable snowman is made of a delicious spread of seasoned cream and Cheddar cheeses. Make-Ahead Snowman Cheese Ball 3 (8-ounces each) packages cream cheese, softened 4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons basil pesto 1 tablespoon grated onion 1/4 teaspoon yellow mustard 2 drops red pepper sauce 1 (4-ounce) container

Cute Trendy Boot Stockings

2007-12-07T11:58:00.000-05:00

This is a really cute way to have hip and trendy stockings hanging from your fireplace during the holiday season.-Take the pattern I've included below and enlarge the scale on a photocopier or your printer and print out the pattern.-Cut out the boot pattern and fur pattern separately.-Get some silver metalic (or whatever color you like) fabric and cut out two boots out of the fabric.-Take your

Green Tea Soda

2007-12-06T16:26:00.000-05:00

Serves 4 Prepare ahead of time What you’ll need: 2 green tea bags 2 cups (1 pint) boiling water Pint sized measuring cup, or heat-proof jar 1 tsp. raw organic honey 2 cups total Natural Sparkling Mineral Water (½ glass per serving tea) Preparation: Place teabags in heatproof jar Pour two cups boiling water over teabags Add 1 tsp honey (if desired) and stir Place tea in

3-D Paper Snowflakes

2007-12-05T15:48:00.000-05:00

How totally hot are these 3-D paper snowflakes. Since you've all figured out by now how crazy I am for snowflakes, you'll see why I'm totally in love with how cute these are.They're actually not as complicated as they look, they just need some time and some patience. You can make one, or an entire snowflake army out of this.Check out the instructions Here on WikiHow

Wrinkles

2007-12-05T15:38:00.000-05:00

Here are some simple home remedies to deal with wrinkles on skin and prevent the formation of new ones –Apply egg whites to the skin under your eyes.Odor-free castor oil can be applied to the skin under the eyes or on that of the throat.Empty the contents of 3 Vitamin E capsules into a small bowl. Add to this 2 tsps plain yogurt, 1/2 tsp honey and 1/2 tsp lemon juice. Apply this mixture on the

Insomnia Cures

2007-12-05T15:36:00.000-05:00

Remedy #1. Add 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and two teaspoons of honey to a glass of boiling hot water. Drink. Another version, from Vermont: Mix 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with one cup of honey. Take two teaspoons at bedtime. If needed, take two more an hour later. Remedy #2. Take an onion and cut it up. Place it in a jar with a screw top lid. Before you go to bed unscrew

Sparkling Sugar Snowflakes

2007-12-05T15:30:00.000-05:00

What you need: 2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon corn syrup Vegetables spray and/or oil Wax paper Cover the work space with parchment or waxed paper and the floor with newspaper. Spray a large, heavy baking sheet with vegetable spray, wiping any excess off with a paper towel. Set baking sheet in the middle of the prepared work space. Place the sugar, 1/2

DIY Faux Fur Hat

2007-11-30T10:02:00.000-05:00

-To begin grab your measuring tape. The kind that works best is the loose kind that fashion designers use. -Measure around your head by wrapping the tape around and meeting the two ends and mark where the ends meet. -Now measure from the top of your head down to see how far down you would like the sides of your hat to go. You probably at least want it to go halfway down your ears. - For

Pretty Pink Peppermint Lip Balm

2007-11-29T13:58:00.000-05:00

I'm in the mood for something girly again. Onto more pretty pink things. Here's a great DIY recipe for making a girly pink peppermint lip balm. You can make this for yourself, your friends, your family, etc. It's super moisturizing and nourishing for your lips. If you want to make it non-girly for the guys in your life don't add the alkanet root or the glitter.Ingredients: 14 grams cocoa

No-Knit Scarf

2007-11-29T11:09:00.000-05:00

I got the Martha Stuart Magazine this month and saw this great project. A no-knit scarf. I thought it was very cute and thought I'd share it with you.Here's a cozy yet speedy project. Cut 12 pieces of bulky-weight yarn to about 1 1/2 times the desired length of the final scarf. (We used 140-inch pieces to make an 86-inch scarf.) Divide yarn into 4 bunches of 3 strands each. Tie 2 bunches

Cure for Arthritis*

2007-11-29T10:33:00.000-05:00

I got this recipe from a great woman I work with. Her father was sort of an Apothacary. He made all of his own slaves, drinks, mixes, etc. to cure, prevent and fix any problems for himself or his family. He used this to fix his arthritis and after using it for two weeks his arthritis went away completely. It is essential to keep using this after the arthritis goes away to prevent it from

Why choose Organic?

2007-11-29T10:17:00.000-05:00

I went to art school. I was surrounded by tree-hugging hippies and I hated it. They walked around barefoot (mind you this was a city, not the country), dreaded their hair (which I find dirty and disgusting), and a majority of them were vegan. Most were self-righteous, pompous, jerks that thought I was an uncaring and evil person because I loved meat and hated hippies. I’m fine with that

Super-Simple Organic Conditioner

2007-11-28T15:37:00.000-05:00

If your hair looks tired and dry, brittle and frizzy, or just plain needs a boost; this is what your hair is craving. My hair was always damaged, frizzy and unmanageable. I've switched to organic and will never go back. All the alcohol in the other conditioners dried out my hair. This leaves it silky, shiny & manageable.Ingredients:1 Avocado1 tbs.Coconut oil1 tbs Jojoba or tea tree oil2 tbs.

Peppermint Centerpieces

2007-11-28T11:08:00.000-05:00

This is a fun and festive centerpiece you can make for the holidays. What You’ll need: -Real or Fake Roses(whatever color you prefer. I suggest red or white) -A round ball of floral foam(for real flowers make sure you soak in water) or a round ball of Styrofoam(for fake flowers) -Greens and baby’s breath -A thick wooden stick -white paint -Red ribbon -A coffee can -A large bag of

Pink “Snowball” Coconut cupcakes with Raspberry Cream filling

2007-11-27T16:30:00.000-05:00

I love things that are festive. I also love things that are girly. When the two are combined I'm a very happy camper. You're probably thinking that you can't combine the holidays with girly, but now you can! I wanted an excuse to combine pretty pink color, delicious flavor and festivity all in one. I got it by combining recipes and adding a twist and a new name. This is your traditional

How to give a personalized gift without an embroidery machine.

2007-11-27T12:12:00.000-05:00

I’m still in Holiday Gift giving mode, thinking about what things to make my friends and family. I just came up with another great gift idea; monogrammed gifts! Then the realization came that I had no embroidery machine. Flipping through the catalogs and shopping online let me to realize that they cost about $2,000…. A little bit more than what I carry in my back pocket. Remember I

A case of the Winter-Skin Blues

2007-11-25T13:51:00.000-05:00

If you live in an area that gets chilly in the winter you're probably familiar with the awful skin that goes along with the season. It includes:-Cracking-Flaking-Bleeding-Itchiness-DrynessI know many people that suffer from some or all of the ailments I listed above during the colder months. I had one friend that tried to remedy her cracked hands by sleeping with about a pound of cream on her

Christmas gifts - Snowflake Cookies

2007-11-25T10:18:00.000-05:00

I decided to create Holiday cookies this year for my boyfriends family. These aren't just any cookies. These are going to be the most beautiful (and tasty) cookies you've ever seen.I've been looking everywhere for the perfect snowflake cookie cutter and I finally found one last night at Williams Sonoma. $8 was more expensive than I would normally spend on a cookie cutter, but it's HUGE and it's

DIY Christmas Presents - Gold and Silver Ornaments

2007-11-25T09:51:00.001-05:00

Last year I made some Christmas Presents for friends and relatives. The gifts turned out wonderful. I decided to follow the same path for some of my presents this year as well. Just because you're doing presents yourself doesn't mean you're giving someone something that looks cheap. Some of the gifts I make end up looking like they cost a lot of money and then you get a lot of excitement when

Welcome

2007-11-25T09:20:00.000-05:00

Hello & welcome to my blog. I am an artist that loves to draw, design & create. I decided to create my own blog to help others that want to create & have fun, but might not know how exactly to do it. I hope that others can join me in posting to help the community have fun and create exciting things.