Simply Lovely...

If you read the last post, you know by now that my latest & greatest hobby is now sewing. I've spent a pretty penny buying a sewing machine, notions, tons of patterns, and some very lovely fabric. My very first fabric purchase was from Joann's for a free online sewing class taught by Mimi G. My first major fabric haul was made in New York Garment District. Yesterday I finally made a major fabric purchase in my home city of Chicago. Where did I go? Textile Discount Outlet. Honey let me tell ya, I was like a kid in a candy store! A crackhead at the 5 o'clock free crack giveaway! I was in fabric heaven! I must admit, when I first walked through the first floor, I was a bit overwhelmed. But I quickly got past that & started pulling down rolls if fabric! Then I ventured to the second floor....Sweet Jesus!! That overwhelming feeling came back! Fabric just everywhere! It took everything in my not to take off my coat & just roll around in fabric! I spent almost two hours in this place & didn't venture into the basement. I hear its a treasure trove! I'm saving that for my next trip! I'll be better prepared for my next trip: no coat, no purse, a bottle if water & a healthy little snack & hand sanitizer. Why hand sanitizer? This place is a warehouse, meaning some places are a little dusty. One can get into a lot trouble in this place! There is sooo much fabric for apparel, upholstery, costumes, etc. Also there are tons of trims & other notions as well. It is the ultimate one stop shop. The prices are phenomenal! I got some awesome printed Lycra for $4.95 per yd. see first picture. In the second pic are the printed charmuese for $3.95 per yd. the third pic is some denim cotton type fabric that was also $3.95 per yd that I can't wait to make a cute little dress or romper out of that will look really cute with the new June Ambrose 'Diana' sandals I just ordered! Last but not least, the 4th pic is a vinyl remnant piece I found in a bin on the second floor. I'm gonna try to make an OBI belt out if it. Because it was a remnant & had what appeared to be 'wipe able' stains on it, was only $1.50!! That's a huge piece! I could probably make a few belts. My only concern is, it's just a wee bit stiff for an OBI belt but I'm gonna try it anyway! Mimi G has a quick & easy tutorial for this belt in her YouTube & the free printable pattern for it on her blog. Check her out: www.mimigstyle.com
She has been my inspiration for sewing!
TaTa for now!
NOTICE: this stupid blogger app posted my pics out of order. Sorry for the confusion!

Hello! I'm posting in regards to my dear friend Joi today. She's a MUA in the great city of New York and she's an aspiring YouTube Vlogger. I had the chance to visit her for my birthday weekend last month and we had a blast. Did we party? Nope! Just shopped in the garment district, ate, did some touristy stuff and I did I mention that we ate?! LOL! I finally got a chance to eat at the infamous Sylvia's in Harlem and it was DE-LISH!!! I can't wait to go back to visit her. It was my first time in the Big Apple and I enjoyed myself immensely. So much so, that I actually made a list of what to accomplish on the next trip and what to repeat! Here is a link to her latest video that is apart of a series she is doing for makeup basics.

http://youtu.be/PvlkUcSISKk

So go ahead and take a lil gander over there and show my buddy some support by subscribing! We would greatly appreciate it!

TaTa for now!

Ok I know I need to blog more. I will try to do better. Perhaps my new hobby will help with that! What is my new hobby? Sewing! If you know me, you would've never guessed that. But then again....lol! So I will start off with pics of my fabric haul from NYC @ my pattern haul from my hometown. The pattern pics will be posted later!

Sooo I finally jumped on the nail stamping bandwagon. My first set of plates from Bundle Monster today! I ordered the 25 piece set on Amazon & they arrived 2 days earlier than I expected! Now I'm just waiting for my stamp & scraper set to arrive so I can get to stampin'!

Walgreens has a nice polish sale! The Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear are 2 for $4.


The Wet & Wild Wild Shine polishedls are $.69!!!

I paid a visit to my local B/S & they had Kleancolor polish for $1.19 and Cherimoya 2012 Crackle polishes were $1.99.
This particular B/S store is apart of a chain by the name of Mid-K Beauty Supply. They have locations in various states, I'll include a picture of the bag.

Happy Shopping!

Hello! I'm slowly coming back! Will have a few reviews up shortly!

I've been missing for a minute but I wanted to check in! I'll have to be honest, I have not brought any makeup in months! My best friends wedding took up not only my time, but my money as well! I've thinking about switching gears with this blog. In the future I will periodically feature my other hobby/passion:SCRAPBOOKING!!! I already run two blogs and I refuse to run three seperate ones so scrapbooking will be incorporated into one of them! Ta-ta for now!

Hello my pretties!


Ah Fall is upon us! What does that mean? New fashion trends! When I was younger I never liked Fall and Winter. I love Spring and Summer. But as I age, I'm starting to fall in love with Fall! Why? I get to pull out my sexy boots and sweaters! Yeah I said sexy sweaters! Now when it comes to makeup, I've been noticing a lot of plums, coppers, golds, and bronzes. I'm eager to play with some plum and burgundy this season. I look forward to putting my coupons for Cache, Express, and New York & Company! It's time to amp up my 'Fall' wardrobe!

Now thru Sunday save $30 off your purchase of $75 or $15 off your purchase of $30. Online use promo code: 2921

Here are some coupon codes that I stumbled upon!


Aldo Shoes: 10% off with this code: 190385955


Bath & Body Works: 20% off entire purchase 7/26/10 - 8/29/10 with this code: S107035


Victoria's Secret $15 off $100, $30 off $150, $75 off $250, or $150 off $500 thru 9/16/10. Clearance merchandise, UGG Australia, Frye, goft wrap & kits, store and previous purchases do not qualify towards eligibility. Shipping and handling and taxes do not qualify towards the min. purchase. Not valid w/ shipping offers or other offers that provide discounts on your entire order. Code:FA1022981

This month's You Tube guru spotlight features Ms. Natasha better known as nhop76 on You Tube. I really love Natasha's videos. Her personality just lights up the screen. She comes off so warm and friendly, you almost feel like you know her! I just love the makeup tutorials. She takes time to explain every step and describes every product she uses and why. I've duplicated a few of her looks! So what are you waiting for? Go check her out! http://www.youtube.com/user/nhop76?feature=chclk

I know I know, I've been MIA from the social networking world! Life has been B U S Y!!! Training on the job has been royally kicking my bootay! Also business is picking up for me so I've been throwing a lot of focus in it's direction! Did you know that I make bath and body products? At first, I intended to display some of my work on this blog in between cosmetic reviews, but I decided it was best to have a separate blog for my biz. So I've been juggling 2 blogs, 2 Twitter accounts, and now 2 You Tube accounts! YIKES! Where's a FREE.99 personal assistant when ya need one?!?!

Hello Dolls!


Miss me? LOL! Life has been quite busy for me this pass month so please forgive me for not updating! I've had to step away from 'social' activities for a while, but I'm slowly but surely creeping back! Business has been picking up for my soap company so that has occupied my time as well. I've had to revamp my brochures, discontinue some items, add new items, compare new suppliers, etc. Running a business and working a full time job is more than a notion! So don't think that I've abandoned you guys, just got a lot on my plate right now but I haven't forgotten you!


Smooches!

Good Evening Cuties!

Ok guys & gals, I've decided to start a spotlight series which will feature up and coming YouTube hosts. I felt the need to try to get these people a little more exposure since they are starting out. I used the word 'host' because this will go beyond makeup at times. Sometimes I will feature comedians,gurus, and other interesting characters for you to check out. My featured YouTuber is DiamondsandDior. She's one of the newbies on YT and her videos feature fashion,makeup, hauls, etc. I just love her warm and spunky little personality! Check her out guys and show her some love and support as a newbie! http://www.youtube.com/user/DiamondsandDior

Hello Cuties!


I hope all is well in your lives. I've been super busy so I'm falling way behind with updates. Please forgive me! I'm currently debating on what swatches I should post. TKB Trading pigments or Coastal Scents pigments? What do you guys think? What do you want to see? Let me know!


By the way, hello to all of my new subscribers/followers out there. Your support is GREATLY appreciated!

Hello out there!!


NYX is having a Bundle of Joy sale!! What is a Bundle of Joy sale you might ask? Well they have a bundle of different products on sale for well below retail! They have an eyelash bundle, lipstick bundles, glitter bundles, eye shadow bundles, etc. Go check it out! 

Sale Ends Monday April 3, 2010!


http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/index.php?m=sale

OMG!!! Yes Coastal Scents has introduced a new 88 palette. Introducing, the Metal Mania 88 Palette. I really love their palettes. They are good quality for the money. I currently own the 88 Ultra Shimmer, 88 Warm and 88 Color palettes. They range from $18.95-$24.95. So yes, this little baby will be added to the collection! Check out their website: www.coastalscents.com

Well hello my cuties!

This is long overdue but here are a few coupon codes and sales available now!

Sephora:
You can save 15% off your entire purchase from April 8th through the 19th with online code V48ML6.
***Offer limited to Sephora V.I.B.’s only.***

Beauty Insiders can save 15% off their entire purchase from April 12th through the 19th with online code BI15.

Urban Decay:
UD is having a friends and family sale during the month of April! Let's stock up on our glam arsenal! From April 6th through the 19th, with code 1SFNF, you can save 30% off at urbandecay.com.

E.L.F. Eyes Lips Face:
50% off EVERYTHING!!! Coupon code: sorrypatty
Not sure how long this lasts but get it while you can. I also heard that there is a $15 cap but I have not confirmed this as of yet.

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