OK, “secrets” might be a bit of an exaggeration. These tips are incredibly basic, but may help you keep your scarf ties looking fresh, fun, and flattering.
Enjoy!
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So. This falls under the category of “Things You May Have Known Already.” But when I figured it out for myself, I felt like I had solved some sort of long-standing fashion mystery and I did a dance of joy. It was a short dance, but still. And just in case you aren’t in on the secret, here’s a short video on how to eliminate the dreaded … shoulder nipples. (And an explanation of what those are, too.)
P.S. Since I could only find one garment in my closet with this affliction, I had to do this video in a single take. Which explains why I mutter about “sticky-uppy bits” instead of just saying, ya know, “protrusions.”
P.P.S. I realize in retrospect that this technique would probably work fine on most sweaters, even though I advise against it in the vid. Since I fold all of mine I’ve never had to try it out, but so long as you’re not dealing with something really diaphanous and delicate, you should be OK.
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On Tuesday night, I participated in our local Pecha Kucha event. The challenge is to explain a complex concept using 20 slides, and with only 20 seconds per slide to speak. Which is why the slides sometimes change before I’m ready!
The topic for the night was “Interior/Exterior Spaces,” so I tackled the look good-feel good connection. Video quality isn’t the best, despite several attempts to tweak, but the audio is good and you should be able to see the slides!
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By popular demand … sorry it took so long to get this together for you!
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Since I’ve been doing just a wee bit more makeup lately, and since a few requests have come through for more beauty posts, I put together this little video tutorial on my easy, lazy eye makeup routine.
This routine is SUPER basic. After these steps, I could certainly add eyeliner, mascara, blush, and a longer-lasting lip color, among other things. I’m lazy as hell, so I usually don’t.
Also I saw that Sonja recommended doing a layer of powder atop the under-eye concealer … that looks awful on me, so I’m sticking to my goop-only routine for now. Her tutorial is much more in-depth, if you’re looking for a makeup-lover’s input on how to look awake and refreshed.
Anyway, enough caveats … enjoy!
If you’re interested in the specific products used, they are:
Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow
But, of course, use whatever products work best for YOU!
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So! Back in October I was interviewed on a local afternoon TV program called Twin Cities Live. We chatted about the blog, and did a segment on how shoes can make or break an outfit. I posted a link to the host station’s website, but tons of you were unable to view it … so, at long last, I’ve uploaded it to my YouTube channel.
A couple of things I feel compelled to point out:
- The DVD they gave me needed loads of tweaking to create a YouTube compatible file, so the first 30 seconds or so are cut off.
- I ASKED if I should face the hosts, and was told yes. This resulted in the Wall of Unruly Hair that you see in the clip. Grrrr.
OK, now that I’ve kvetched … the segment was tons of fun to shoot, especially since I got to drag my friends Mary, Barbara, and Sasha along with me. Hope you enjoy it! I swear that it’s really me behind the Wall of Unruly Hair!
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I made you this!
A couple of things I forgot to mention (I was surprisingly nervous when I made this bad boy!):
- I prefer to have three or four layers total. Two can work, but is less statement-y. Five just gets to be overkill.
- I generally pick pieces that are all roughly the same weight/girth when utilizing this layering technique … but I’m a bit conservative. Mix some chunky and thin chains together and let me know what happens!
- For that long, swishy look, your shortest piece should be around 25″. Anything shorter makes your necklace pile look less like one cohesive piece.
Hope this is helpful!
Oh, and you are ALL forbidden to make fun of my embarrassingly massive collection of necklaces. So I hoard a little. So sue me.
Double oh: Big ups to Husband Mike for playing cameraman. You’re the rockinest, Hubs.
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A few weeks back, supertalented jewelry designer Karin Jacobson and I hauled some gorgeous femmes into her studio and shot a couple of videos. I was going to stitch them all together, but I think it works better to give it to you in smaller chunks … so here you go, kittens!
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