A Bubbly Life

Fab Friday Links- Memorial Day

2013-05-24T06:00:00.000-07:00

I am taking a break from the pink today and dedicating all links to our military for Memorial Day. Last year, I wrote short blurb on Memorial Day last year, please take a moment to check it out here . Wounded Warrior Project is one of my pet donation places- I love their mission and it is a wonderful organization to put your charity dollars to- helping wounded soldiers. Send a letter of

Pom Pom Tablecloth DIY

2013-05-23T06:00:00.000-07:00

I love pom poms! I re-puporpsed a thrifted sheet to make the tablecloth- my THIRD repurposed sheet turned tablecloth DIY- I love using sheets for tablecloths, as long as the material is right- it works great (and is VERY affordable) Also, just like my other three tablecloth DIYs- it is a NO sew tablecloth! Pom Pom Tablecloth DIY Materials: Tablecloth- I used a thrifted white ruffled sheet

Alt For Everyone Wrap Up

2013-05-21T06:00:00.000-07:00

I attended the online conference- Alt for Everyone- Thursday-Saturday of last week and the classes were AH-MAZ-ING!! I really wanted to attend ALT SF but it is so popular that the servers crashed when signing up and they decided to go with a lottery- my name was not picked :( We even got goodie bags from sponsors (including the awesome Childhoodlist eco friendly soy based crayons shown

Fab Friday Link Loving!

2013-05-17T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fab- A blooming monogram- I LOVE it! Foodie- A white chocolate & olive panini? I am intrigued. I love white chocolate. I love olives. LOVE paninis. But together? Fashion- Finally an Herve Leger dress that is not all bandage! Beautiful! (but expensive, wahhhh) Follow- AltSummit- Alt for Everyone started yesterday and I have been attending online classes. They are awesome. I will most

Gold Leaf Giraffe- Plastic Animal DIY

2013-05-16T06:00:00.000-07:00

Did I gold leaf a plastic toy giraffe? Yes, yes I did. I love giraffes as home decor ever since Jonathan Adler knocked me off my feet with his version. I grabbed a plastic giraffe from the thrift store last weekend for $2, I did not know what I was going to do, just that I wanted a plastic giraffe (Let me clarify- I wanted it for ME, not Kalia...) I may have a slight addiction to

Fab Friday- Link Loving!

2013-05-10T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fab- These gold sparkly DIY pillows from Max & Me. I do not sew, but I want to make them (who am I kidding, I mean buy them) ! Fun- a mojito popsicle- sign me up! Fashion- I pinned this one piece suit a couple weeks ago & unwittingly purchased it last weekend! I was looking through my Pinterest for a fashion link and realized it! Awesome! Foodie- Frozen Peanut Butter Yogurt Bites- I want

Blackberry Orange Mint Popsicles- No Sugar Added!

2013-05-09T06:00:00.000-07:00

Mmm...mmm.. mmmm... It is H-O-T in Arizona- simple, refreshing treats are needed! Why are they so mini? I have a toddler- the big popsicles are just a bit too much for her, but the ice cubed size popsicles are perfect! An added bonus? She is teething and LOVES them! Now, if you would like to make them a bit more adult you can add a splash of vodka or rum for a BBQ treat (and if you have a

Summer Staple: The Maxi Dress

2013-05-08T06:00:00.000-07:00

I lived in maxi dresses when pregnant and I love them. I am no longer preggars, but I may or may not have a little belly bulge leftover from my darling girl... Maxi dresses are the perfect cover up for summer indulgences- enjoy that pina colada and vacation time- and still look gorgeous! 1- This royal blue beauty is perfect for a summer wedding! 2- Works as a beach coverup & turns

5 DIY Handmade Mother's Day Gifts

2013-05-06T06:00:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day is this Sunday- It is my second Mother's Day and I am VERY excited! I do not know any Mom (including my own!) who would not love a handmade gift. I collected 5 of my DIYs for you to make your own handmade gifts- they are all easy, fast, thrifty and made with LOVE! DIY Tiered Jewelry Stand- Feel free to include some beautiful jewelry for your Momma! Gold Glam Tray Makeover

Fab Friday Link Love!

2013-05-03T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fab- Pink doors in the home? Yay or nay? (I think we all know my vote...) (I couldn't find a direct source) Fun- 10 Colorful Cocktails—Inspired by Pantone’s Spring 2013 Palette- these cocktails are a beautiful array of color and also sound delicious! Fashion- Sequin Pencil skirt from J Crew Foodie- Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa- so yummy looking! Follow- His & His- one of my best friends is

Mother's Day Infinite Love

2013-05-02T06:00:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day is around the corner, and if you follow me on Facebook or Twitter, you know I am a HUGE Revenge addict fan! Helzberg Diamonds has an entire Infinity X Infinity Collection inspired by the show Revenge, so to celebrate the infinite love of a Mom (yes, Kalia, you can do anything and I will love you forveverrrrrrrr) here is a Hamptons Revenge inspired fashion board- Dress /

DIY Gold Glam Tray

2013-05-01T06:00:00.000-07:00

This DIY is SO easy and makes a bold, gold, glam statement in your home for very little cost and time! Materials: Tray (I picked mine up at a thrift store for $1.50) Spray Paint Painter's Tape The tray was gold (easy to find at thrift stores with the Christmas holiday decorations ;) I wanted any tray however, and my goal was a gold and white tray, so you can get any color and spray paint

Getting To Know Me!

2013-04-30T06:00:00.000-07:00

A Bubbly Life was much more personal when I started. I shied away from the personal for awhile, so I decided to dip my foot in again and give 10 random life facts about me! 1) I met my husband when I was 17. Nearly 16 years later, he still makes my heart flutter by walking in a room. He also makes me want to strangle him at times. That is what 16 years of love does. (stop doing the math

Fab Friday Link Loving, Loving Links

2013-04-26T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fab- She is... Set of 6 Pink Pencils from Etsy shop AmandaCatherineDes Fashion- I would LOVE this tulle ribbon skirt Foodie- I am a non-processed, no carb, no gmos, organic eater, but potato chips are my weakness and I L-O-V-E Kettle Chips!!! (they also have a line of organic AND nonGmo verified products- I love that! ) Two new flavors - maple bacon and sweet & salty are out, I

Beach Bumming In Style...

2013-04-25T06:00:00.000-07:00

Warmer weather is heading our way (we have had it already here in AZ) and as usual, I miss Hawaii so muchhhhhh. I would LOVE to head to the beach, in style, of course! Floppy Beach Hat / Green Large Shopper / Miu Miu Bikini / White Linen Dress / Sunglasses / DVF Sandals I am SO into green right now and would love all of it!! I especially want the DVF sandals... A Bubbly Life is on

Chalkboard Bubbles Photo Party Prop DIY

2013-04-24T06:00:00.000-07:00

Kalia's second birthday party planning is in full swing and I made these fun chalkboard bubbles for photo props. They are SO simple to make and so cute for any party, wedding and event! Materials: Chalkboard Contact Paper Foamboard or Cardboard Marker Craft Knife Glue Thick Paper Straws Directions: Quick tip- Whenever I use a roll of paper (in this case chalkboard

Beauty Spa Treatment DIY- Guest Post

2013-04-23T06:00:00.000-07:00

Aloha, I am knee deep in DIYs for Kalia's 2nd birthday party and I LOVE spa treatments, so when I was contacted about a guest post for a Honey Yogurt face Mask, I was all over it! Please enjoy this guest post from Kendra Thorton and I will be back tomorrow with a new Party DIY ;) Enjoy a Spa Day…Your Way During my stay at Kahala’s Hotel, Resort and Spa located on the island of Oahu and

Fab Friday Link Loving

2013-04-19T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fun- Did you know you can get these HUGE balloons at JC Penney? Me neither, until now! (thank you, Pinterest!) Foodie- Lemonade Cucumber Spa Popsicles have summer written all over them Fashion- Pink maxi slip from Free People Fab- Nude & gold nails- I want a fancy manicure!! A Bubbly Life this week- Upcycle a tin can & make a glitter vase and Work to Happy Hour Fashion Board (and win an

Upcycled Glitter Vase DIY

2013-04-18T06:15:00.000-07:00

A very simple DIY today- a glitter can vase, or you can use it to hold anything, but I love fresh flowers around the home (and glitter!) How to make your own glitter vase (it's so easy!!) Materials: Mod Podge (or any glue) Brush Glitter Tin can (from soup, vegetables, etc) ( use a can opener that does not leave sharp edges) Two Step Directions: - Brush your mod podge onto the tin can - Add

Work To Happy Hour- Fashionably Flexible

2013-04-17T05:00:00.000-07:00

black blouse / i.want.these.shoes / HP Envy x2 / stella mccartney pants / earrings I had so much fun creating a work to play fashion board! I have worked from home for yearsssss and while I do not dress like a slob, I do not wear very "

Fab Friday Link Loving!

2013-04-12T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fab- This cover for Vanity Fair is so gorgeous, I love when old books get a new, beautiful design. Fashion- I went crazy on my Ooh La La board this week, I was in a fashion state of mind. I think this black & white Alice & Olivia dress is my favorite, but I am not picky, I will take anything from my board. Foodie- Feta with tons of herbs and other deliciousness- so easy and looks so

A Touch of Luxury

2013-04-11T06:00:00.000-07:00

rose ring / kate spade clutch / little black dress / coupe champagne glass / pink heels / HP Spectre XT Touchsmart Ultrabook A little black dress paired with some pink is the perfect touch of luxury (in my world ;). The heels are

DIY Jewelry Storage- Thrifty Tuesday

2013-04-09T06:30:00.000-07:00

For the second time, I participated in the fun event- Package Pals over at C.R.A.F.T. My package pal was Carissa at Lillies And Silk , she is a fashion blogger and so, I stalked read her fabulous blog to try and come up with ideas... I decided to make a place for all her beautiful arm candy (bracelets) she has on in all her outfits. It was so easy to make and I was lucky to find these

Fab Friday Link Love!

2013-04-05T06:00:00.000-07:00

Fashion- Loving the minty blue and the bow on back! Foodie- Coconut watermelon margaritas sound and look delicious...mmmm.... Fab- Dont Grow It's a Trap poster on Etsy- words to live by! Fun- I changed my Pinterest cover boards theme from polka dots to pastel for Spring- bring on the color! Follow- Craftgawker- it is a curated Pinterest- I love it! A Bubbly Life this week

Fringe Paper Lantern Party DIY

2013-04-03T06:30:00.000-07:00

I love paper lanterns for parties- Paper lanterns are a blank canvas for a DIYer and I like to pick them up and play around with them! (I am weird like that ;) I did a fringe lantern inspired by my over-sized fringe heart DIY. I have some more DIYs coming with lanterns for all your parties this Spring and Summer! Materials Tissue Paper Paper lanterns Fringe Scissors Standard Scissors