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It's Totally Normal To Be 27 and...
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Have you ever been hard on yourself because where you're at in your life? Well, I have, and I finally decided to stop it. Instead, I focused on why my situation makes me normal...
Head on over to My Diary Entry and read my full article!!
5 Gift Ideas for Men
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They are usually impossible to shop for, but if you get them something just practical enough, you'll be quite pleased with yourself..so without further ado, here are 5 gift ideas for men, be it your dad, boyfriend, husband, or brother.
1. A Portable Electric Razor
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Shavetech makes a sleek portable electric razor with a smooth shave and easy charging capabilities by simply plugging it into a USB port. This is great for the guy on the go that always has his laptop by his side!
2. Jerky!
Krave Jerky comes in a variety of unique jerky flavors and makes a great gift idea for pretty much any male!
3. Shave/Bath Products
Why not get him some handsomely scented bath products so he smells great and doesn't complain about using "girly" products. Every Man Jack has seriously manly gift sets!
4. After Shave Skin Care
Every guy complains about razor burn and irritated skin, so if you want that No-Shave November beard gone, help him out. Tao of Man has a Daily Skin Defense skincare product line that not only smells great but works well too!
5. Garage Storage Solutions
They always complain that they need more room, so why not help them make some with some great garage storage solutions from Racor. How about some tool hangers or even a ladder hanger!
Happy Shopping ladies!!!
They are usually impossible to shop for, but if you get them something just practical enough, you'll be quite pleased with yourself..so without further ado, here are 5 gift ideas for men, be it your dad, boyfriend, husband, or brother.
1. A Portable Electric Razor
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Shavetech makes a sleek portable electric razor with a smooth shave and easy charging capabilities by simply plugging it into a USB port. This is great for the guy on the go that always has his laptop by his side!
2. Jerky!
Krave Jerky comes in a variety of unique jerky flavors and makes a great gift idea for pretty much any male!
3. Shave/Bath Products
Why not get him some handsomely scented bath products so he smells great and doesn't complain about using "girly" products. Every Man Jack has seriously manly gift sets!
4. After Shave Skin Care
Every guy complains about razor burn and irritated skin, so if you want that No-Shave November beard gone, help him out. Tao of Man has a Daily Skin Defense skincare product line that not only smells great but works well too!
5. Garage Storage Solutions
They always complain that they need more room, so why not help them make some with some great garage storage solutions from Racor. How about some tool hangers or even a ladder hanger!
Happy Shopping ladies!!!
3 DIY Gift Ideas - Cheap & Easy!
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Here are some Cheap and Easy DIY Gift ideas for Christmas this year. Budget friendly is always a plus, right?
1. Sugar Scrub
The beautiful part is that you can buy all the supplies and then make several jars of this stuff for multiple people this year.
What you need :
1 cup of white sugar
1/2 cup almond oil
1/2 tsp Vitamin E oil
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
10-15 drops of an essential oil of your choice
Empty & clean Jar and Lid
Instructions:
Add everything into the jar and mix it well (A wooden spoon or popsicle stick can work well.
Presentation:
Tie a pretty ribbon around the lid of the jar and put a pretty label on the top and on the side of the jar. You can even include the recipe and a personal message if you want.
2. A Care Package
Doesn't matter who it is... just pick a person and think of a major hobby they have or their job. What can make their life easier on a daily basis? I did this for my boyfriend earlier this year. You can see my instructions here.
What you need:
Plastic Shoe box
8-10 items from Dollar Tree
Examples:
For someone who works out: Water Bottle, body wipes, sweat band, hair ties, energy snacks, towel, small notebook for logging workouts.
For someone who travels a lot: Mini shampoo and conditioner bottles, first aid goodies, mini deodorant and other toiletries.
For a best friend: Favorite candies, some hair accessories, pretty pens, a mini mirror.
Instructions:
Simply add all the items to the plastic shoe box and make a pretty label with colored markers.
3. Art Collage on Canvas
Perfect for someone who loves fashion, interior decorating, vacations, etc. You basically pick a theme like vacation spots, fashion, home decorating and then you add magazine clippings of said themed items to a collage.
What You Need:
1 Blank Canvas - You can get this from any craft store and don't be afraid to keep it smaller maybe a 15" length size.
Maybe 15-20 magazine clippings of items pertaining to a certain theme.
Mod Podge Glue - Craft store or make your own by looking up Pinterest recipes.
Foam Paint Brush
Instructions:
Cut out the magazine clippings and lay them out on the canvas until you find what looks best.
Use the Mod Podge glue on the Foam Paint Brush and glue down the clippings.
Make sure all the edges are glued down as well.
Sign your nam on the very bottom!
VOILA!
Anyone do any of these already? If so, let me know in a comment below! I'd love to see how it turned out!
Here are some Cheap and Easy DIY Gift ideas for Christmas this year. Budget friendly is always a plus, right?
1. Sugar Scrub
The beautiful part is that you can buy all the supplies and then make several jars of this stuff for multiple people this year.
What you need :
1 cup of white sugar
1/2 cup almond oil
1/2 tsp Vitamin E oil
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
10-15 drops of an essential oil of your choice
Empty & clean Jar and Lid
Instructions:
Add everything into the jar and mix it well (A wooden spoon or popsicle stick can work well.
Presentation:
Tie a pretty ribbon around the lid of the jar and put a pretty label on the top and on the side of the jar. You can even include the recipe and a personal message if you want.
2. A Care Package
Doesn't matter who it is... just pick a person and think of a major hobby they have or their job. What can make their life easier on a daily basis? I did this for my boyfriend earlier this year. You can see my instructions here.
What you need:
Plastic Shoe box
8-10 items from Dollar Tree
Examples:
For someone who works out: Water Bottle, body wipes, sweat band, hair ties, energy snacks, towel, small notebook for logging workouts.
For someone who travels a lot: Mini shampoo and conditioner bottles, first aid goodies, mini deodorant and other toiletries.
For a best friend: Favorite candies, some hair accessories, pretty pens, a mini mirror.
Instructions:
Simply add all the items to the plastic shoe box and make a pretty label with colored markers.
3. Art Collage on Canvas
Perfect for someone who loves fashion, interior decorating, vacations, etc. You basically pick a theme like vacation spots, fashion, home decorating and then you add magazine clippings of said themed items to a collage.
What You Need:
1 Blank Canvas - You can get this from any craft store and don't be afraid to keep it smaller maybe a 15" length size.
Maybe 15-20 magazine clippings of items pertaining to a certain theme.
Mod Podge Glue - Craft store or make your own by looking up Pinterest recipes.
Foam Paint Brush
Instructions:
Cut out the magazine clippings and lay them out on the canvas until you find what looks best.
Use the Mod Podge glue on the Foam Paint Brush and glue down the clippings.
Make sure all the edges are glued down as well.
Sign your nam on the very bottom!
VOILA!
Anyone do any of these already? If so, let me know in a comment below! I'd love to see how it turned out!
Outfit of the Day: Invested in Pink & Leopard Print
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Cold weather never hurt anyone on a nice leisurely stroll with your pup right? But you know what I can't stand? Bundling up then sweating because it's still kind of warmish out. Yes, I said warmish. The sun warms the air so you aren't freezing, but you still need to be bundled. That's when I turn to a long sleeve tee and a vest, like this pink puffer vest from Hollister. It's comfy, it's cute, and it keeps me warm, but let's me breath. And you know what looks great with it? Leopard Print Boots!!!! It adds a pop of style to the somewhat simple look.
So What I Wore:
Vest - Hollister (similar), Shirt - Thrifted, Jeans - Butler's Stash (and here), Boots - Impo, Necklace - Wantable.
Cold weather never hurt anyone on a nice leisurely stroll with your pup right? But you know what I can't stand? Bundling up then sweating because it's still kind of warmish out. Yes, I said warmish. The sun warms the air so you aren't freezing, but you still need to be bundled. That's when I turn to a long sleeve tee and a vest, like this pink puffer vest from Hollister. It's comfy, it's cute, and it keeps me warm, but let's me breath. And you know what looks great with it? Leopard Print Boots!!!! It adds a pop of style to the somewhat simple look.
So What I Wore:
Vest - Hollister (similar), Shirt - Thrifted, Jeans - Butler's Stash (and here), Boots - Impo, Necklace - Wantable.
Monday, December 2, 2013
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Frigo for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
Ladies, next time your man sends you out to the store with some new underwear on the list make sure you don't settle for anything less than Frigo.
Frigo Revolution Wear is designed for comfort, moisture control, and support. It uses it's patented FRIGO Zone to give your man a netted pouch that will not only give him a cooling barrier, but it will adjust from both ends to fit him exactly how he needs to be fit down there. They are machine washable, have a 6 inch inseam, and have hem stabilizers to prevent his undies from riding up.
He'll never have to complain again about being too hot and sticky down there! Actually, he can just stop wearing underwear altogether! That's like a guys dream come true. Ventilation will provide a nice cool breeze which will make him happy and you can really get some enjoyable QT together. Why would you want him uncomfortable especially when it comes to something that HAS to be worn. We all know what it's like to wear an itchy or uncomfortable bra so just keep that in mind when you shop for Frigo Revolution Wear for your guy.
So how can you convince your man that this is worth it? Why not surprise him with Frigo Revolution Wear so that he can see for himself. This is SUCH a great gift idea, especially because most men won't buy something like this for themselves because they don't like to make a big deal out of "intimate" things. But he'll surely get hooked and always come back for more!
Outfit of the Day: Mixing Patterns & *Giveaway* Ends 12/9
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When it comes to patterns, most people don't think about mixing them simply because one pattern can be enough to spice up a dull look. But what if you took a fun pattern and added another pattern that wouldn't take too much away from the first. That's what I did when I received these great Aria ZigZag Flats from Outrage Fashion. Outrage Fashion has an amazing selection of trendy and affordable accessories like shoes, bags, and jewelry. I was super impressed when these shoes first caught my eye. Even if I dressed more casual, these would spice the look up.
These were so comfy and so cute. A simple elegant pattern in the form of an affordable flat!
So here I decided to use a bright color, a pattern on top, and a simple pattern on the bottom. At first I thought the zig zag chevron design would distract from the leopard, when in fact it just complements the whole outfit!
What I Wore:
Jeans - Old Navy, Flats - Outrage Fashion, Leopard Cardigan - TJ Maxx(similar)
One winner will get a $25 credit to Outrage Fashion!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
When it comes to patterns, most people don't think about mixing them simply because one pattern can be enough to spice up a dull look. But what if you took a fun pattern and added another pattern that wouldn't take too much away from the first. That's what I did when I received these great Aria ZigZag Flats from Outrage Fashion. Outrage Fashion has an amazing selection of trendy and affordable accessories like shoes, bags, and jewelry. I was super impressed when these shoes first caught my eye. Even if I dressed more casual, these would spice the look up.
These were so comfy and so cute. A simple elegant pattern in the form of an affordable flat!
So here I decided to use a bright color, a pattern on top, and a simple pattern on the bottom. At first I thought the zig zag chevron design would distract from the leopard, when in fact it just complements the whole outfit!
What I Wore:
Jeans - Old Navy, Flats - Outrage Fashion, Leopard Cardigan - TJ Maxx(similar)
One winner will get a $25 credit to Outrage Fashion!
a Rafflecopter giveaway