Weekend Reading: 02.01.14

 

1. This here is one seriously fascinating read: The state of the blog union.

2. Kelly's DIY conversation heart balloons are the cutest.

3. Crushing on this cheeky sweatshirt, big time... I may just cave and buy it.

4. My girl crush on Amy Poehler is growing by the day.

5. Check out these great tips for dry brushing.

6. Loved the way Caitlin asked her besties to be her bridesmaids over this fab brunch.

7. 10 moisturizing lip balms you gotta try (I'm making my way through the list as we speak)

8. Stephanie's uber cute workspace makes me want to run out and redecorate.

9. What actually happens to clothes left at the dry cleaner.

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{Homemade Holiday} Animal Ring Holder DIY

The holidays have a remarkable way of sneaking up on me each year, and all those lofty goals of baking, crafting and general merry-making often go unactualized. That's why I thought it would be fun (and mutually beneficial for readers like me!) to launch a homemade holiday series consisting of a DIY gift idea each week to get your yule-tide juices flowing (so to speak). First up? The Animal ring holder.

I love giving loved ones jewelry, but it never dawned on me before that a playful jewelry holder could be just the ticket to up the ante when gifting baubles. So off to the dollar store I went to pick up some plastic animals to make this simple, yet impactful gift idea.

Simply spray paint your animal any colour you wish, and adhere it to a pretty plate (mine came from Home Sense) using powerful glue... It's as easy as that! Top things off with a pretty ring or some sparkly earrings, and your friends are sure to love you all the more this holiday season!
I hope you enjoyed this new DIY series — stay tuned for more fun projects in the weeks to come! xx

free LOVE prints

I know Valentine's day is supposedly a cheesy holiday but I still love it anyway because of all the cute heart print and "love" stuff.  I totally decorate my place for Valentine's day :)  I posted this pic on my instagram and the adorable Love print is actually a free printable so wanted to share the link with you guys and some other cute goodies I found around the 'net.  I love free printables.  I'm always printing them out and changing out my frames around the house.  It's a cheap and easy way to always update your decor for the season!

Download the Love You print over at Persnickety Prints

Get these cute prints over at Visual Eye Candy

Daffodil Design created these 5x7 prints

Ombre Love print by The Family Room

I Love You from Pizzazzerie

"I Love Us" at Lovely Little Snippets