DIY blazer cuffs

I found an old gray cotton blazer and decided to add black cuffs with polka dots. It was pretty easy once I figured out how to use the sewing machine :) I used an old polka dot shirt that didn't fit me anymore. Cut off the ends of the sleeves and then sewed on the cuffs. Voila! It adds a bit of color to the boring gray. Next DIY project is fun with cardis! Once I find a nice pattern I will try the same thing with my cardigan!

Thrift shopped

So this snow storm that everyone panicked about turned out to be a dud. Most of the snow already melted this afternoon and all the blizzard excitement disappeared. Might as well go out and do some thrifting. So I found a bunch of spring/summery tops that I just loved!! Also wanted to show you guys this nice coral/pink coat that I bought a few weeks ago from salval (salvation army) for $15. But my total for today was $17 for all the tops, you gotta love that! On my way home, the thrift shop song came on...how appropriate :)

RED

I challenge myself to wear a bit of red everyday for the month of Feb! Think I can do it? We shall see. To kick off the month, painted my nails tonight with a touch of red. Simple and yet it makes a bold statement.

Life Happens

Nothing worth doing comes easy...whatever that may be in anyone's life. I have been trying to find a happy balance with my new work life, change in my husband's schedule and also try to get some quality time in with my family has been a struggle for me lately. Although some days are really hard, I remind myself how blessed I am for all that I have and I wouldn't change places with anyone.

Here's a reminder for my cyber friends out there...do what makes you happy and always give 110% in all that you do. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't. Sky's the limit...remember that the only person who can stop you from reaching your goals is yourself.

CAR PE DIEM!

Gone too soon

Lit a candle and said a prayer for the lives lost today in CT.

Sewing takes patience...

I love the mod style but I can't find enough mod clothing...even from the local thrift stores. I recently bought a dress pattern and decided to try making a mod style dress. Here's the finished product. 3 weeks and with a few bandaids I finally finished it! Maybe I will try looking for a sewing machine and try to make another one quicker. Also its too small for me so I either have to lose weight or sell it. Maybe I'll just keep it as my inspiration piece to either lose weight or make more!

Essentials

As we all gear up for the holidays we start preparing for the holiday parties. We start rummaging through our closets in a panic trying to figure out what we can put together that we haven't worn before. If you are like me, I am never the same weight as I was the year before. So all the dresses you bought after the holidays last year because it was on sale just won't cut it. So what's my advice? Always have a short black dress with a tie waist in your closet and of course a hot pair of high heels to go with anything. Keep a nice set of pearl earrings and a little black clutch. A long or medium lenght black trench coat is also a must. Simplicity goes a long way.