365/30 Lists: 2014 | Week 29</h1> <article> <h1>365/30 Lists: 2014 | Week 29</h1> <p>2014-07-23T19:48:00.001-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyWElI4DdLRZj6lBIP8NkSvHKy52trGMph_rP1ttnTSJeM-G8WPAlRszULsFD4arROZ_b1G_-WKFP0eMLcIiXMQ_H-sPEMuZ2cKNSzIE29eT7-w8KRUZIVD8rERRIkHrNimErMfD0CHzPa/s1600/30Lists+-+Intro+Pic+-+Week+29.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> It's about that time again to share my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/36530-lists.html">365/30: Lists</a> journal entries from last week! In case you missed my previous post, you can find it <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/36530-lists-2014-week-28.html">here</a>. View this month's complete list of prompts @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/philofaxy36530list/">365/30 Lists: Philofaxers!</a> I'll be using the hashtag <a href="http://statigr.am/tag/30filolists/">#30filolists</a> on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a> if you want to follow my journey...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 29</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>July 14 - July 20</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1ToMjl3DHS624OoioUIBWD_gwOIE5UW6wzPhvyMTGvOFcetOwrQVYzGGZ9Er32JRW7cA2_n8-prgOto8sH3J0EU7TQlI-VdjKIAlaB-nc2l-OYawVDgQFQwT7kbxVJbzy6VJxTceIK44F/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+29+-+Pg1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 29 | Day 14</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg3wqHdDr4aRaUNebVqnq9zxuVojC5vZaA7K-oKjqXtHnDOnh1iTYN1LgrmuABSuMEx5jqs3rjW2zbQfEzc6rcY_FJ9F2g0L9yM4mJ75W_uVXmVPPqviqIPb8CJc5e2cGCcoASYNDDZOOq/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+29+-+Pg2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 29 | Days 15 - 20</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> FYI, I made some adjustments to a few of this week's prompts because the ones provided just weren't working for me. But when it comes to any of the books I'm working in, I really love to play around with color and penmanship. I think it's really fun to mix up fonts! I also added simple artwork and a couple of embellishments from my stash, like a honu [sea turtle] and a piece of filmstrip washi tape.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> That's it for today! Want more? Check back next week! In the meantime, feel free to browse my other <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/365%2F30%20Lists">365/30 Lists</a>. Or take a peek at my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax">Filofax</a> posts!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you a lister? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Unboxing: Ipsy | July 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-22T13:21:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYPLMJnnA4vKmfhbHwUa6LAzz5E-s8XN2TgByEn6JCByGJzamYRBNi-HNzZc3OBdNmonFTyz2KmBJJtQePNBxL5_dDdOHUdMH44HPn3OqzZUDlzQLLuK4J41zKFFuJMotebtWwHG5xDz0m/s1600/Ipsy+-+July+2014+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hello, Lovelies!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Yesterday I shared my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-beauty-box-5-july-2014.html">Unboxing: Beauty Box 5</a> for July, and now it's time to reveal the products I received from this month's Ipsy Glam Bag! And I have to say, Ipsy is definitely my favorite service that I subscribe to. Although I only started getting beauty boxes since a few months ago, the experience I've had with ipsy is the most enjoyable! From the pretty makeup bags and the fun products that fill them, to the inspirational website and the beauty community within it... I love everything about ipsy!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Take a peek at what I got last month from <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-ipsy-june-2014.html">Ipsy</a> and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-beauty-box-5-june-2014.html">BB5</a>!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g">Ipsy</a> is a $10- monthly subscription service where members receive a Glam Bag filled with deluxe samples and full-sized beauty and makeup products. For me, the value of the bags has exceeded the cost of the monthly service! I've discovered so many new products and brands that I wouldn't normally buy on my own. There are great discounts on the products I try and love, and it's a really awesome way to build my makeup collection!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> July's theme is "Sensationally Sunkissed." It's perfect for the contents of this month's bag which is all about Summer! Did I mention it's my favorite time of the year? I'm really loving bright pops of color these days... on my lips, in my clothes and accessories, on my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/filofax-planning-on-go.html">Filofax</a>, everywhere! When I saw this neon pink scalloped makeup bag I was in love! The items inside also work with the <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/06/simple-summer-beauty.html">Simple. Summer. Beauty.</a> and makeup look I'm using this season too. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what my bag included:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCG_TMd0FbZonT9XqGPcJ1cL1rRu97u6C_wxXcIAipZ29jDKCSNgQPN2y3WRlcyRbeeSV8pXD1ExApQb76mKUOJ-flpvaNV-BsmUGQrJUsliQmDog60Vy6tcrZtoyfow1ZmZmEoVqViHpr/s1600/Ipsy+-+July+2014+-+Bare+Minerals.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Bare Minerals 5-in-1 BB Advanced Performance Cream Eyeshadow in Divine Wine</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$18- for 3 ml / Sample: $6- for 1 ml</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm already a fan of this brand and so excited to sample one of their newest products! Although I don't typically wear cream eyeshadow, the 5-in-1 claim is very intriguing... Long-Wear Color, Prime, Brighten, Smooth, and Protect. Not sure if the shade is me, but it sounds like it'll be a really great eyeshadow base. I can't wait to try it out!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg88n3mG0GEn8Tx6BibH8nFn_Ja_pcLfgr3XJfqb7uLG7-uk3PTiIUI86MOkGg2iuhqK314WorakTjY7EAg2Yu_fp-zNvM9uOIsO90GEYhOW1yj5JtZ_NC_30ConxUrivpuob7og5S7GvK7/s1600/Ipsy+-+July+2014+-+Hang+Ten.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Hang Ten Dark Tanning Oil - SPF 08</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$11.99 for 8 fl oz / $1.49 for 1 fl oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Being Hawaiian and spending a tiny part of my childhood on the islands, I'm pretty familiar with tanning oil. Besides the ocean, it's one of the very distinct scents on the beaches of Hawaii. I actually love the smell... coconut and tropical. Now living in the Pacific NW, 9 months out of the year we get nothing but rain. No sunshine means my naturally tan skin is pretty much non-existent. In the summer I like to soak up the sun to bring back that natural tan I was born with, and have some protection too! But this oil doesn't provide enough SPF to really make it useful. Not sure if I'll be using it...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmQTx9qu5U9e8tM-1PaNeUfYEQrYBySMTjAQZA-TdKpzxPOJSUq6EjuKgd7l5NmTUZaxodNojvwhgQLUzyzOl_TdPNn86JHoyt6SS_PXk-0FRJm8vyaANIwzcgBuR5YldP8IwXFHN4JXaI/s1600/Ipsy+-+July+2014+-+Pixi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Pixi Beauty Mini Tinted Brilliance Balm in Pretty Pink</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$14- for 3 g / Sample: $8.40 for 1.8 g</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you know me, you know that I love lip products! And these chubby crayons are a current obsession! I really like Pixi and I'm glad I got my hands on one of these little guys! It may not be full-size but this adorable mini is awesome! The formula is very moisturizing, and it smells fresh and minty. The shade comes out as a subtle rosy pink on my pigmented lips. It's very natural and pretty.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs8APRen1ygY_sYbTTftI07AaRqhRcL8p56sobmNYV7StYY1GAHBcolRLI8SLSq37nn2OHVLAd03Mb4Sv5HO0MxNRMlm3XKlS-Xf-v8JxkDEO5MVrFKtKbDlwb0Yw2cJb8xG_XvpUA-wgJ/s1600/Ipsy+-+July+2014+-+Pop+Beauty+Bronzer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>POP Beauty Sunkissed Bronzer in Secret Sunshine</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $10- for .25 oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Who doesn't love getting a full-size product? Although I don't use bronzer often [I also have one by e.l.f. and Wet 'n Wild], I'm excited to try out a new brand. I'm pretty familiar with POP Beauty having seen older ipsy unboxings on You Tube, but this is my first time getting an item by them. The shade of this bronzer is quite pretty. I haven't worn it yet, but in the pan it appears to have a shimmer.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkTNe8jy-aWcj-HiEN30VL_7ZlDZA8fMSAaCZA1NwKh2VEEV4wB_SAzA5Uzl9TOyV9pzuBWoOsdX6s0nHCA0V-1yzfa4lJ0lS3gDGf5DQcyDhPjBc_Jxlm_Pik8POLskSE2IvyHG2xIEvQ/s1600/Ipsy+-+July+2014+-+Sexy+Hair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Beach Spray</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$19.95 for 5.1 fl oz / Sample: $7 for 1.7 fl oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I've heard wonderful things about this brand, and I was pretty stoked to get this beach spray which I've always wanted to try! This formula helps heal hair damage with the power of Argan Oil. It has many other healthy hair ingredients like Soy Protein to nourish and strengthen hair and Cocoa Extract to condition and protect it. Sea Salt provides that textured beachy feel. This spray smells pretty amazing too! I can't wait to use it... it's like Summer in a Bottle.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Total Value of July's Bag: <b>$32.89</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$10-</b> Monthly Subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Now you can see why I love ipsy so much! If this is a service that you're curious about, I definitely think it's worth the money. You can also take a beauty survey that helps ipsy match products suited to what you use and like. And reviewing the items you receive each month helps ipsy personalize your Glam Bag even more! You'll also earn ipsy points that can be redeemed for free products!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Want to be an ipster? Please subscribe using <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g">my link</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Feel free to browse my other <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty">Beauty</a> and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Unboxing">Unboxing</a> posts. If you're already a Glam Bag subscriber, check out my profile on <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/CLRoy">ipsy</a>. You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you a Beauty Box Addict? Which ones are your favorite? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Unboxing: Beauty Box 5 | July 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-21T17:04:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF5pQao7qZpubY7wt-gryWkwrWsOyQR4hV7h44vSyuInh7lYsjbD6Ss_cfT84EIuH6rVITrZSC8v7wMBj15GY5vhPrHWm12o-j4Xw5CqYcBLQpAvI0IHb9BIc0EReumjXe75Q0HMHLYhbB/s1600/BB5+-+July+2014+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Happy Monday! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I was super excited to find my beauty boxes waiting for me in my mailbox over the weekend. It feels like my birthday each and every month! I've only been getting them for the last few months, but I must admit that I'm already hooked! It's such a fun way to discover new brands and products, try items I wouldn't typically purchase on my own, get great discounts on the products I fall in love with, and an awesome way to build my makeup and beauty collection :)</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Take a peek at what I got lost month from <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-beauty-box-5-june-2014.html">BB5</a> and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-ipsy-june-2014.html">Ipsy</a>!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://beautybox5.com/">Beauty Box 5</a> is a $12- subscription service. Each month you get 5 deluxe/full-size samples delivered right to your door. The value of my products has always exceeded the monthly cost of my box! If this is a type of service that you're curious about, it's definitely worth it in my opinion!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The theme for BB5's July beauty box is "Defining Moments." Although it wasn't as impressive as previous months, I'm still pretty happy about the products I received. The thing I love most about BB5 is how they send me a variety of products ranging from hair, skincare, and makeup. My box never seems too heavy with one specific type of product. I also like how they include organic/natural products every month too!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what I got this month:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCLL6-ohcg3ep19lwbCvzbWmoJxnGwkhHJKc01Pe74DcAViJFrFGwZfQiWt1Msh_sNVfNnjvXfjUXanyYYS2f2LNcjf3uKemeq1ma3e1niJhx8484nf1ltYJsCBJInTrTrUpvkqYre-NGN/s1600/BB5+-+July+2014+-+Revlon+Mascara.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Revlon Bold Lacquer Mascara in Blackest Black</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $7.99 for .24 fl oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I love getting full-size makeup products in my beauty boxes! This is actually the 2nd tube of mascara I've gotten from BB5. I get them so often in my various boxes that I currently have 3 unopened tubes waiting to be tested! Right now I have a favorite mascara that I use on a day-to-day basis, so I'm not sure when I will be trying this one. But since I have so many new tubes, I think I'll start layering them with my favorite one... Maybe I'll come up with the perfect mascara combo!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMeynogwMJFDYJZlbi3Wh3sk6mIgwOKQVUxwF10AbYpRQrLv6T7nOtI1d1i1MnDVISHACMWbUTbiyRg2yRMQLfwLQjyuFMb6hT5MTo841d8rrfP5yBdyfhmRrmWeEeoKa5HUR7LsDzjtSA/s1600/BB5+-+July+2014+-+Hask+Argan+Oil.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>HASK Argan Oil Intense Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $2.49 for 1.75 oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm not a fan of foil packets because they never provide enough product to give it a good test run. But surprisingly, I actually like this one! It has just enough product for 2-3 uses. I'm really big on hair care products and I've been meaning to try one with Argan oil. My hair could use a deep conditioning right now, so this hair mask is perfect!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc6Mcd1SNRjSms9NSsmmq9VwakvlizQaeLd3_Iw9zjHHCRrHhrVBkNkkcLj98588GbAMKMEkdl4fbov82CaY5Lvf5xT7sY9qHU_Ui8b3TqpResx8burHqG6SLNlGbGnvS-DNH80u3BGQTw/s1600/BB5+-+July+2014+-+Body+Drench.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Body Drench Candy Licious Lips in Grape Lollipop</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $3.99 for .09 oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Lip products are an all-time favorite. Let it be lipstick, lip gloss, or a balm like this one... I love 'em all! Since my lips tend to be on the dry side, I ALWAYS carry a lip balm with me. And it's really cool when I get them in my beauty boxes! This moisturizing lip balm is infused with beeswax, coconut oil, and vitamin E. It tastes and smells just like a grape lollipop! And I'm not the only one who loves it... so does my little one and the Hubby ;-)</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1l5b1rYrxUdw_jnUJKhpnlvjJFAv20cy3RRgtCUzovT5cPNPopkyjFDXihBk5UTjzhyY-0U_ZBXIV7lbXdFhjmWQsORLIYlPFFQ10nIn-YrtJq1lUqmRPndtkciLw3riyWMfDadk0-ZgN/s1600/BB5+-+July+2014+-+Anna+Naturals.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Anna Naturals Glowing Mama Walnut Face & Body Scrub</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$10.99 for 4 fl oz / Sample: $2.75 for 1 oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I really love natural skincare products and I get really excited when I find one in my beauty box. BB5 has introduced me to some wonderful all-natural brands. This vegan scrub is infused with moisturizing botanicals for safe and gentle exfoliation without parabens, harsh chemicals, or artificial ingredients. I exfoliate twice a week, which does wonders for my skin! So I'm really looking forward to trying out this scrub.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmvXTeD_gG5lyCCw4EohRe0WCI7KIPzNY3YHMHr-eX-pgcvMjkZwuNa8V9ZIHxXqCKOKxXVAfwvoCtqlAZ-_A5BqVYlshTb68kgSJepmZ-CwvbknJk3sZIZu0fnEQTNpD1q-I8W8aVKFRE/s1600/BB5+-+July+2014+-+Miss+Jessies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Miss Jessie's Multicultural Curls</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$16- for 8.5 oz / Sample: FREE</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Like I mentioned earlier, I don't care for foil packets. And this is the product that really disappoints me . Not because it's a foil packet [the size is pretty decent], but because it's a sample that anyone can get for free from Miss Jessie's. I actually received this same exact freebie directly from Miss Jessie's website a couple of months ago. Honestly, I don't think it's fair that we're getting these types of items in a PAID beauty box service. It kind of feels like I was robbed of an item this month...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Anyway, I haven't had the chance to test out this product yet [which I now have two samples of], but it seems like it's right up my alley. I tend to go natural during the summer, limiting my use of heat-styling tools. So I'm ready to try anything that helps enhance my naturally curly hair.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Value of July's Box: <b>$17.22</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$12-</b> Monthly Subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Although this month's box had a low-value compared to the others I've previously gotten, I really like most of the products I received. Sometimes the items in these beauty boxes may be a hit or miss, but it's all part of the fun! Overall, they really are a great value for your money. And there are so many different subscription services to choose from!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Don't forget to check out June's <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-beauty-box-5-june-2014.html">BB5</a> and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-ipsy-june-2014.html">Ipsy</a> unboxing, if you haven't already. And stay tuned, because next I'll be unboxing my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/unboxing-ipsy-july-2014.html">July Glam Bag</a> from Ipsy! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you're interested in subscribing to Beauty Box 5, please sign up using <a href="http://www.beautybox5.com/?u=6767">my link</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Feel free to browse the other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty">Beauty</a> posts on my blog! You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you addicted to beauty boxes? Which ones are you subscribed to? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Empties: Products We Used Up | June 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-17T16:50:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj73JgcUszUAeAzvpxFFlcbLFGnnICwCJPgXazVQXOBQD0HJqEUNgWRm4rTCfrPcw8uy3_vd8RdE51YPRglfsX8x7h8i3EwNFioWvJbmI4Mxtdi4RIgfx871cDo5d5800_0i2rGuj867eTV/s1600/Empties+-+June+2014+-+Intro+Pic+-+Title.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hello, Lovelies! I don't know about you, but I love watching the Empties videos from my favorite beauty gurus on YouTube. I really enjoy discovering new products, and usually if it's in a Empties video it obviously worked for them and they like it a lot. I've tried all sorts of different products from recommendations I've seen on YT and beauty blogs.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I decided to start saving all of our empty health and beauty care containers too. Since we use lots of different products everyday, I thought it would be cool to share the stuff our family goes through each month. This will be another fun series...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh75vja-bt2iF7-KQ0lVdKhjdnDoglKbMSm_KezqmUzxRGJZxqOwM1h791YieSHdXHJs44lTR1e3tyOzUCPYJe-UR5bynVcbvn-ar95CGPBhJHxTlU4fft_4hJVcAreFWzGX2EG5UFI2aAy/s1600/Empties+-+June+2014+-+Bucket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I keep all of our empty packages and containers in a large metal bucket that I thrifted from our local Goodwill last year. It was only $.99! How could I pass it up? Pink happens to be my favorite color, and the saying and image couldn't be more perfect. It's gotten a couple scratches over time, but no big deal... it is holding trash! I added an "Empties" tag secured with twine just in case someone mistakes it for the actual garbage can.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>THE PRODUCTS WE USED UP IN JUNE</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLmlxqMLjzWSRBN1W4QzHAubbMCKeajYuc5gWXdm-cFmcgUG5x-h681hdf0iUqRclM9hoB9tLG8RTqTbT-KosA1HVCIPCBl1ljimeHe_4fd9SrNClqa3yLBc1xXUbB5Kvl76vCroIYFAy9/s1600/Empties+-+June+2014+-+Full+Bucket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cleansing Towelettes Makeup Remover Wipes</b> by<b> <span style="color: magenta;">Up & Up</span> </b>[<b>$3.64</b> from <b><i>Target</i></b>]: This was just okay for me. It didn't work any better than the standard baby wipes that I use to remove my makeup sometimes. But the main reason I didn't like it is because it isn't very gentle. It actually burned my sensitive skin a bit.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Foamin' Fun Shampoo & Bodywash </b>in<b> Lavender </b>by<b> <span style="color: magenta;">BabyGanics</span> </b>[<b>$9.99</b> from <i><b>Target</b></i>]: Our daughter has been a "green" baby since she was in the womb. And the only things that touch her skin are made from organic and natural ingredients. The handy pump on this product disperses foamy soap that serves double-duty as a shampoo and body wash! It's the 3rd bottle we've gone through... definitely a favorite!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Fresh High Endurance Deodorant </b>by <span style="color: magenta; font-weight: bold;">Old Spice </span>[3 oz / <b>$3.97</b> from <b><i>Walmart</i></b>]: The Hubby really likes this brand's antiperspirant and deodorant. He's gone through hundreds of these over the last decade! Walmart sells them as a 2-pack at a really affordable price.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Macadamia Oil Shampoo</b> by <b><span style="color: magenta;">Organix</span></b> [13 fl oz / <b>$4.99</b> from <b><i>Fred Meyer</i></b>]: I'm currently finishing up a huge bottle of Cleansing Conditioner by Wen, but once a week I give my hair a really good shampooing. I've used this brand for years and have tried many of the different lines. This one is for dry and damaged hair. OGX is also eco-friendly and cruelty-free!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: magenta;">NYC</span> Liquid Eyeliner</b> in <b>Black</b> [.17 fl oz / <b>$2.74</b> from <b><i>Walmart</i></b>]: I've repurchased this so many times! It's not a favorite, but I do like it. The applicator is really easy to work with and the black formula has a pearly finish.</li> </ul> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuL_uqkLce_MMRupAbgS2oWeRzdSsqWnegTliObcJz9ZM8jeb_t15-ALzOSjMmNf0nzy7rgzHaWJ9fWuxYzROPyuV89BBsuu-fQ6vsowV04AUHCG_C2v5OZ-YBlUHHarGbXMOKQKdf8XSD/s1600/Empties+-+June+2014+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <ul> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="color: magenta;">Colgate</span> Total Whitening Gel Toothpaste </b>[6 oz / <b>$2.96</b> from <b><i>Walmart</i></b>]: This is the only toothpaste we ever purchase. Although we've tried many different kinds, it's the one we always go back to. It leaves our whole mouth feeling fresh and clean all day long.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Gentle Saline Wipes for Stuffy Noses</b> by <b><span style="color: magenta;">Boogie Wipes</span></b> [10 ct. / <b>$1.00</b> from <b><i>Dollar Tree</i></b>]: We'll purchase this over and over again as long as our little one lets us wipe her nose. If you're a parent, you know with kids comes runny noses. And you also know what that leads too... These handy little wipes clean stubborn boogies and soothe sore little noses. Always prepared, we keep one of these 10 ct. travel packs in our car, another one in my handbag, and a 30 ct. pack at home!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Deep Action Exfoliating Scrub</b> by <span style="color: magenta; font-weight: bold;">Clean & Clear </span>[5 oz / <b>$4.99</b> from <b><i>Target</i></b>]: We've been using this for years. It's one of the few products that we ALWAYS buy when we run out! The reason we love this one so much is because of the tingly sensation you get when you apply it. We've tried so many other facial exfoliating scrubs, but none of them are quite like this one. It's a MUST-HAVE! And our skin feels so clean and smooth after we use it.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Homeopathic Cold 'n Cough 4 Kids </b>by <b><span style="color: magenta;">Hyland's </span></b>[4 oz / <b>$4.99</b> from <b><i>Walmart</i></b>]: Generations of children in my family have used this natural health care line. And this is another one of those products that we repurchase when it's gone. When she gets sick I feel safe letting her take this, and it's just as effective as the other brands of cold medicine available for children.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Homeopathic Cold 'n Cough 4 Kids Nighttime </b>by <b><span style="color: magenta;">Hyland's </span></b>[4 oz / <b>$4.99</b> from <b><i>Walmart</i></b>]: This is a great companion to the product I previously mentioned. It really helps her sleep and she doesn't wake up feeling groggy. The multi-symptom formula soothes all of her discomforts.</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> That's the last of it! I hope you enjoyed today's post :) Be sure to check back next month for July's Empties! In the meantime, feel free to browse my other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty">Beauty</a> posts. You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Have you tried any of the products I mentioned? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>365/30 Lists: 2014 | Week 28</h1> <p>2014-07-16T17:54:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4adZYWBfc8dR82d25o5UKVaKXH8MSbzOQ-K98zMf-cdw25Kl6jr2pl3mGawXW9GcCtKdU7nJZEPMjSsJtHnZbKniLFAOtepmbALdS9UoDYsf22Xynf4X5vIZypjmCU_m_jq6PuRkoYTYL/s1600/30Lists+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Happy Wednesday :)</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I hope you're enjoying your summer so far! Life has been lovely here. And it feels really good to be writing daily again... even if it's something as simple as a list. Today I'll be sharing the next set of completed pages from my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/36530-lists.html">365/30 Lists</a> journal.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> In case you missed last week's post, you can find it <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/36530-lists-2014-week-27.html">here</a>. View this month's complete list of prompts @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/philofaxy36530list/">365/30 Lists: Philofaxers!</a> I'll be using the hashtag <a href="http://statigr.am/tag/30filolists/">#30filolists</a> on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a> if you want to follow my journey...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 28</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>July 8th - July 13th</b> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKlGso0h5AJu2kyvxj3L2TRt7G5p0dgQuJkr6ZrRXDUERDMhhq5FCAPtNhcuduolhN3T3CsURuP_UjlooLurWIadiy4XvgFnbdtOM6toATFHtobdZq54ojN54iD9RkJwHO4149efnIsdHM/s1600/30Lists+-+July+-+Week+2+-+Pg1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 28 | Days 8 - 10</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-hwbvw_ni4IVq6GWpIAac291sX4tLE6LdSPaVAw46VR3AvwOmAFWLAK4xDBg5S2eUOxbBLqt_QATYlvFuOixGxZVTS-eoVbnG9Axmp3WcxDSlKNQa7qPYBJ3yHgBfDw7FD3whnd6qEs0f/s1600/30Lists+-+July+-+Week+2+-+Pg2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 28 | Days 11 - 14</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /> I ended up making some adjustments to a couple of this week's prompts. I also played around with different fonts and added some art to fill up some empty space on one of the pages. I even added a transparent neon arrow sticky from my Filofax stash!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> That's all I have for you today! I hope you liked my post :) Want more? Check back next week! In the meantime, feel free to browse my other <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/365%2F30%20Lists">365/30 Lists</a>. Or take a peek at my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax">Filofax</a> posts!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you a lister? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Unboxing: Ipsy | June 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-15T15:37:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmFeDFRQXYi2ngjW2dwNe2vwljb-4r2-dF7blaCI68j1wvGCGqmyf4Kil90lwzWs_q0FuRvXhH9jSLtQvubJrZknLdntSA_KFUCIdoBIOc5DhyphenhyphenLA2eiZRARAmzpTj9Nihq_vgmnY5mxWHM/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> For the last couple of months I've embarked on a new journey into the world of beauty subscription boxes. And if you're a subscriber to any of the fabulous services available right now, you're probably already addicted to them like I am! Slowly but surely, I've managed to finally catch up with sharing all of my past "<a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Unboxing">Unboxings</a>." Since I have 2 new boxes en route to my house as I type, I thought I should share last month's Glam Bag with you today. If you missed May's Ipsy unbagging, you can find it <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/first-impression-ipsy-may-2014.html">here</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g">Ipsy</a> is $10- monthly subscription service where members receive exclusive makeup bags filled with deluxe samples and full-sized makeup and beauty products. In my own personal experience, the value of my bags has exceeded the cost of my monthly payment! It's such an exciting way to discover new products I wouldn't usually purchase, get great discounts on the stuff I try and love, and a really fun resource to build my makeup collection! <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/BB5">Beauty Box 5</a> is another monthly service I'm subscribed to.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAuMH1R6E02lKYlr0xWzFwxkL_GkZ9gadxNGhzOFpAEtzpz0KNIAofAxSPNfSCzKjRnuyPq64crP3ymyUq0_povklZAnnGV0mmxljs0gvTXtvR8HuHVYBa5vMHk_iSAtBytAkYCljooZ6B/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+Bag.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> June's theme is "Pretty in Paradise," which is quite fitting for summer. It's my favorite season of the year so I'm happy to get anything tailored to simple warm-weather beauty. The bag itself was created by Rebecca Minkoff, and the tropical design is just my style. Ipsy has done a really great job at offering me a variety of products from makeup, beauty, and skincare. My bags never feel too heavy in one type of product.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what was included:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAsSTqN0sMqXq_pUE166cfqvAn07riSXdzfyVtTwLNXcKW1JNRBguLDQqrLX7mXdL9_y18XZHI3nW6B4QjqUHc5ZMb9yPWJ1H4cfeUe24iuLELRQZGS50vvTil9kyovKCdwnIHRf6JTj23/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+Nicka+K.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Nicka K New York Shimmer Eyeliner in Blue</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$4.99 for .1oz / Sample: Full Size!</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm pretty familiar with the Nicka K brand, as this is the 3rd product I've gotten in a beauty box. I've also sampled their lipstick and nail polish. I really enjoyed both, so I was really excited to test out this eyeliner too! Although blue isn't a color I would typically buy or even use everyday, it's still a fun shade to have in my collection. This liquid liner is pretty intense and almost has a metallic finish. It's quite beautiful! And the teal blue shade is perfect for summer!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The price of this line is pretty affordable, so I can try other shades without breaking the bank. I've never seen Nicka K in any of my local stores, so I'll most likely have to purchase everything online. That doesn't bother me though because I love online shopping!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMCAFb3pNYlEumT2W1YDQ4BM6iPdaR4ZGyDhFt6ya_V_UAsKKg6xINz_qpvdtStBlGQwgDFlDyl-iVQ7ShzCVZoaMA84S7jzIRNRgM5RehmQ2SgQZPOUD8JTrhvidugc-KNiLl5qlk0mxO/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+NYX.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>NYX Butter Gloss in Eclair</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $5- for 8mL / Sample: Full Size!</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I love lip products and the NYX brand. So you can imagine how happy I was to get their butter gloss in my Glam Bag! It's exactly like the name implies... a buttery and creamy lip gloss. This shade is a bit too light for my super pigmented lips, but it looks great over nude lipstick. And it smells amazing!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm a huge fan of NYX cosmetics and I know I'll be purchasing more of these butter glosses in other shades. A few of the local stores I do my everyday shopping at carry this brand, so I can easily find a good variety of products and shades.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaIfzPSPcJ8TboaXTCnwUuuhCRKnKss_NFouvBZXbvGHwnX_l-GPdM4Mw7gPSyEgp0QwEbOhAXW-KLq8DnOtvrFhrioroNO1F1XZwIyxWoxuSvfdZU-MUuGsaoUtLFNGhoAw4-SByABZry/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+Carols+Daughter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Carol's Daughter Sacred Tiare Styling Cream</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Only at Target: $12- for 3oz / Sample: $2- for .5oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm totally cool with getting hair care samples in my beauty boxes. I actually really enjoy discovering new products that help manage my curly Hawaiian hair. In the summertime I try to stay away from hot styling tools and let my natural hair do its thing. This styling cream is definitely something that I would purchase if I saw it in a store. It's made with coconut oil and healthy hair vitamins, has anti-breakage and anti-frizz properties, and even smells like the tropics! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Right out of the shower, I apply a small amount from mid-shaft working down to the ends of my hair. Then I gather sections in my hand and scrunch them together. This gives me tight and bouncy curls. I just let my hair air-dry as I go on with my day. This styling cream is very lightweight and leaves me with soft, frizz-free hair. And it really defines my curls!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV8mdUn5U5vfgf6cZE8goEG6szFJiHRIpAqimmmZZYqUd1dANzatAMabHAtYIEFa93Ssj2WUpTg8xDJEfPie3nL4tyQFqqxiw73wyScU3Kd0zDfNgLm2aBrAScGVLgq82GrhD2r-1tuxlW/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+Ofra.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>OFRA Universal Eyebrow Pencil</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$13- for .4oz / Sample: Full Size!</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I currently use the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Brunette, which I'm extremely happy with. But it's nice to have a backup eyebrow pencil of some sort. I'm not familiar with OFRA brand and I'm willing to try anything, I'm just not sure about this "Universal" color. I do have dark brown hair with red highlights right now, so this shade may work for me. Not sure if it will for everyone though...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I don't believe this is a product that I would purchase in the future, since I already have something that I love. But I really haven't given it a good test run to say for sure. It claims to be waterproof too! We'll see.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSvUYPrdo-PbY0TV5-RpDV-EjtICchs-knc-d-IKkmS1h7MAggSl7OO0n6e9Buuge7tS1isjsgpPWqXwYVG4VQbA7vwcljF85qN1bw295EbcL2srR60sxesOODnvPWoTdiofKd53oi3I5Z/s1600/Ipsy+-+June+2014+-+REALTREE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>REALTREE for Her Perfume</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $6.99 [Travel Size] for 5mL</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I remember specifically not choosing "Fragrance" in the ipsy questionnaire I took, so I was a bit surprised to see this in my Glam Room. I'm just not a big perfume person. I have a few scents that I like, but I don't wear or shop for fragrance these days. Funny thing is, I actually enjoy this scent! It's fresh and pretty, and the packaging is really cute too! I also love that it has a spritzer and is much bigger than your standard perfume sample. It's perfect for summer!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Total Value of June's Box: <b>$31.98</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$10- </b>Monthly Subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Looks like another high-value bag from Ipsy. Plus 4 out of 5 products this month were deluxe or full-size!! These are the reasons why I love this service. You get such a great value for your money. Be sure to take the beauty survey that helps Ipsy match you to the products you use and like. There may be times when you get something unexpected, but reviewing the items you receive each month helps Ipsy personalize your Glam Bag even more! You'll also earn ipsy points that can be redeemed for free products!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Want to be an ipster? Please subscribe using <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g">my link</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Next week I'll be unboxing my July beauty boxes, so stay tuned if you want to see what I got! If you're a current Glam Bag subscriber check out my profile on <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/CLRoy">Ipsy</a>. And feel free to browse my other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty">Beauty</a> posts. You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you a beauty box addict? Which ones are your favorite? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Mahalo for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Mail Call: Got It Free | June 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-09T20:55:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihsK79fvmeyqrcqLleMKH-OFFnBS2AVIfftLTxNH41IGq4eQ2BOfAb0m4JZatcyDZdRjo-bqpcC2S8stD0DNy7tQGGMZdAqV_t8h72T1D7DABUFaV8mokfMZmnEza5fZn_sq7BCtMR6jJ5/s1600/GotItFree+-+June+2014+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I don't know about you but I love not having to pay for things! Whether they're free items with a paid purchase, cool samples by mail, gift card rewards to redeem for whatever, or full-size products from consumer test panels just for sharing your opinions... I like them all! And these last couple of months I've found lots of awesome things online available for free!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Some freebies require more work than others, like taking surveys to earn points which you can later redeem for your favorite gift cards. But others are as easy as logging onto a website, filling out your mailing info, and requesting a free sample! I'm one of those people that loves to share my opinion, so I'm a part of numerous consumer test panels. I get to try lots of different products, and all I have to do is tell them what I think. It's definitely my favorite way to get free stuff! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I spend every other day or so checking my favorite sample sites like <a href="http://vonbeau.com/group/freebies.htm">Vonbeau</a> or <a href="http://www.raininghotcoupons.com/freebies/">Raining Hot Coupons</a>. It's where I get most of my goodies! They really have the best information for the latest available freebies. I also log into my test panel accounts daily to see my invitations to new campaigns. I'm fairly active on each of the test panels I'm enrolled in, so I get new invites constantly!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here are some of <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/my-links.html">My Links</a> and where you can find me...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVl2OIPU9AVic-ogHwZqyybZv65lw9C-gjDo-luP6Ca8bJQvJ9mWVguM0N26pxSo6GeWQmAp71epXkf1zQ6SiLJn6SD8_coD-vuGrXPwViG1m2uH9ELhXukOcbhbO9Oqyl3WVNlq_S8ke9/s1600/GotItFree+-+June+2014+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I keep a basket near my front door designated for the free stuff I get each month. If anything new comes, I just add it to the box. At the end of the month I go through my stash to see all of my awesome finds! I've decided to start sharing them here with you through this fun monthly series...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what the postman delivered to my mailbox in the month of June:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>MAGAZINES</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfnogIkwKvPOb1mq5dhJEARKEqb4jZKrt9-Tjg_eWN5Wou9OjbW26C3m4vrQLz6QEHmMvnGTWbG9Iv43MAUrLG4mTdarRmuJ01J8sQNcW9TZYhVzIxpoD9mdiOm3Fm1t7eFZAhcvyYicsi/s1600/GotItFree+-+June+2014+-+Magazines.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Periodicals are such a great thing to get for free. Our household is currently subscribed to nearly 10 different magazines! But we only subscribe to the ones that we know we'll read. I archive our favorite titles [mine is allure!] which I use later for reference and others go into a pile that I use for different crafts and projects.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>HEALTH & BEAUTY</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLiqy1BAG_OauVskdwhFe95m496Nif3alNb10Y3nf_fL6gELJP6SuHRLSsNirsTnbqjtVYiHGnVeXiJZiULoGbTjGbDATx9NOLEP85jshG4_3tzWpuRnzIHP3euMQv0xGD-A2IVaf8XLmW/s1600/GotItFree+-+June+2014+-+Health+%2526+Beauty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> These are definitely my favorite kind of freebies! I've gotten everything from personal hygiene items, hair and skin care, even full-size makeup products like lipstick and nail polish! A lot of these samples came from <a href="http://vonbeau.com/group/freebies.htm">Vonbeau</a>, brand pages on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/">Facebook</a>, Walmart & Target's sample sites, and my different consumer test panels.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>FOOD & DRINK</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb3WpGzEX3W7vMgNFAOvTEpBkrSUOOPsW3E6_wV6fRzp3n2XvMHk8vMVgTtZGstIubSt-GpIJv_S55jXLJLshK6aNY_SAKU0u45TBTHou_d140juUOSCr7NG8fOTL6fetkmgknYXKkkNVI/s1600/GotItFree+-+June+2014+-+Food.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Every so often there are some really cool food samples online, but there wasn't much that came this month. Since we consume Coke products pretty often [mostly Powerade!] we registered for a <a href="http://www.mycokerewards.com/home.do">My Coke Rewards </a>account. Each week I enter the codes found on the lid, and when I get enough points I redeem them for coupons of free Powerade.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here's a sneak peek at all of the goodies I got in April & May:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmriHMKYmKCgltWEd_6IaenIUh-9xJf1mQ2l9FTbhMtWQJqAYVcHynPNWiXsda9ZW-ufLUBR3zbMPWegEQ0h4HQhdfM6cjIn27eEgrU1tqqPv5KJ0Fz6vZdrpb0gL5F2z4y5g639Vp5BMp/s1600/Freebies+-+May+2014+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>FAVORITE FREEBIE SITES</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://vonbeau.com/group/freebies.htm">Vonbeau</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.raininghotcoupons.com/freebies/">Raining Hot Coupons</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/">Facebook</a> Brand Pages</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://instoresnow.walmart.com/Free-Samples-and-Savings.aspx">Walmart</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://samples.target.com/?empty=1">Target</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="font-size: large;">CONSUMER TEST PANELS</span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.influenster.com/">Influenster</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.bzzagent.com/">BzzAgent</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.pinchme.com/">PINCHme</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://smiley360.com/?refid=380369">Smiley360</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="font-size: large;">GIFT CARD REWARDS</span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://crowdtap.com/portal">Crowdtap</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://swagbucks.com/refer/island808girl">Swagbucks</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://us.toluna.com/">Toluna</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> These are just some of my favorites places to get free stuff, but there are so many more that I haven't mentioned yet! I'll be doing more detailed posts in the future about different campaigns I've qualified for and the products I've received from various consumer test panels. Check out <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/my-links.html">My Links</a> if you're curious, and stay tuned if you want to know more!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I hope you enjoyed today's post and discovered something new along the way! You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Do you like getting free stuff? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Unboxing: Beauty Box 5 | June 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-08T13:12:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFSr2_9Y-2vEG2WWELj2VS9fnplq1tfSyHN1_3rQkM6Nbs7tjMp2l7LNS5-qxJfW6-a-gJeA5M5WWLrC6YEZpaBY72j16nW4bhvYNFlHYv8iLMh7CZCIFgiBk8CszsxlP14WorQhW_ccTn/s1600/BB5+-+June+2014+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you're a subscriber to any beauty boxes, you know how addicting they can be! Every month I stalk my postman for my packages ;) Despite both of my subscriptions being later than normal this month, the products inside were worth the wait! Take a peek to see my what I got last month from <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/first-impression-ipsy-may-2014.html">ipsy</a> and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/06/first-impression-beauty-box-5-may-2014.html">BB5</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://beautybox5.com/">Beauty Box 5</a> is a $12- subscription service. Each month you get 5 deluxe/full-size samples delivered right to your door. In my experience, the value of these items usually exceeds the monthly cost of each box! It's such a fun way to test out new products you wouldn't normally purchase on your own, get great discounts on the products you try and love, and an awesome way to build your makeup collection!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> This month's box was full of lots of wonderful goodies! BB5 does a really great job of offering a variety of beauty products from hair, makeup, and skincare. I don't ever feel like I'm getting too much of one specific type of product. So far, I also like how they've included organic/natural cosmetics and beauty care in every box. Not sure if that's normal for BB5...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Here is what my box consisted of:</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY2IXwM7N4YZIpd4E31RkAFUCu2aPOMIuqFzBbN9NPN2smJEDtndeEcKs9RhHtKzxqxcT_V87gHCjC2L3Sv9FJ7_sM9Gu2eB6D3xqGr_FDfXghIf45Im4iX1dEiRYRJMTPPkhPJIxoqYGa/s1600/BB5+-+June+2014+-+Design+Essentials.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Design Essentials Curl Enhancing Mousse</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$15.99 for 7.5oz / Sample: $3.90 for 1.83oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I already buy these types of products for my naturally-curly Hawaiian hair, so I'm always happy to test out something new! This mousse doesn't leave your hair feeling "crunchy" like most of them do, and it smells so good. With this, my curls were defined, bouncy and frizz-free. This mousse is also infused with olive oil and Vitamin B which is said to nourish the hair while providing added moisture and shine.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMCih4qYn65SK3LXukCb8WvQzZ9kFFKpirqdNssEws7WgSs7EimtyOwZ1Gho1V3eRSzeyC05FIW8DvWnexSz3WWDb_P-a919EFjHie8SBDxGQG9Q4Twt6ElnJAZ0B4JjCkqPgjtOPhrfg/s1600/BB5+-+June+2014+-+Nicka+K.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>Nicka K New York Nail Polish in Ripe Apple</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>$4.99 for .5oz / Sample: Full Size!</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm such a nail polish junkie! I love getting bottles of it in my beauty boxes. It gives me the chance to try out new brands and trendy colors that I've never seen or heard of. BB5 sent me my very first Nicka K product [a lipstick] last month. And I'm so happy to try this polish too!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh62_Z6R85z5UhAUJFZCCYVFeqaVhJ1XeTP8Y93sn-BwjIc4KfAYX9IjXuEAtUbeeyQdtUiCdoXJ3gA99Qqw7mTOpy_NSU-E90aLJXdhiiqBg1XszkiyB7tg2UFs5AvwNcdAAUZ_AMYW7BW/s1600/BB5+-+June+2014+-+Sedona+Lace.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Sedona Lace Blender Brush</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Retail Value: $8.95</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This is the first "tool" I've received in a beauty box and my very first Sedona Lace makeup brush. I have to say that I'm impressed with BB5! I've heard about this brand before and was super excited to see this eyeshadow brush in my box! It's very high-quality and definitely my favorite item to date from Beauty Box 5.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwLzhurLSPvcy0o7h0sSAtPRE4VUKUmSqQ2PEX1Gx4U10VjkjOzll0bt4OsNofusKCqG2H9GxTzDSe-PzfPTp0uB_nsPylJHZVR4vVFgCyAVCK0CgI4rUjRqXI1-hAg22_kahH_DM4nn-_/s1600/BB5+-+June+2014+-+Glam+Natural.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>Glam Natural Mascara</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>$28- for .25oz / Sample: Full Size!</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> For me, mascara is a must-have beauty product! I'm currently working on a tube of my favorite, and have a new one to test out after that one's gone. So this will have to wait a bit before I can try it out. Heck, I may even end up layering the different ones I have to see if can come up with a winning combination! The thing I love most about this mascara is that it's natural.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMxpstk3na6LCfEzxpmu3ovH0iRKm3NAUoAhMGAU0Xv7rI33OlRAdcHkWmKaIyqMpIAuYULPPxGAcHy8rnDnMLxUmqiY1aNdnS8WCKfB7p2hXjknygJt3lz4XHGrj6w0-12DMgO61oLNfQ/s1600/BB5+-+June+2014+-+Eslor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Eslor Skincare Foil Packets</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$42- for 1oz / Sample: Free!</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This is probably the most disappointing item I've ever gotten in a beauty box. I don't care for foil packets. They never provide you with enough product to really give it a good test run. Plus, these were on Eslor's website as a free sample that anyone can order. Why would someone want something in a paid subscription box that they can get for free on their own? They shouldn't have included this as one of my 5 items. It could have been a bonus or something!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Total Value of June's Box: <b>$45.84</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$12- </b>Monthly Subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> As you can see, this month was a high-value box even though it had some foil packets. I really shouldn't complain because I did get two full-size products + a makeup brush! Overall I think these types of beauty box subscription services are a really great value. And there are so many different ones out there! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Don't forget to check out May's <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/first-impression-ipsy-may-2014.html">ipsy</a> and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/06/first-impression-beauty-box-5-may-2014.html">BB5</a> unboxing, if you haven't already! And stay tuned because I'll be getting July's boxes very soon. I can't wait! It's such a lovely surprise each and every month. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you addicted to beauty boxes? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>365/30 Lists: 2014 | Week 27</h1> <p>2014-07-07T20:38:00.001-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbbzqXbZM2c97FN3Q86B6jl831cSpFaqJ7s5lZR9uHQH1XGNlopdr0VXvpTvSP7Z4kdCGID57V7KlqamHkOf9honov97saZrrJvZAp1KCtVxbX4VVrnaCBU9MEPsE6MeV_fToKpy_-7GXk/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+27+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> If you're a longtime follower of my blog, you'll remember at the start of this year when I kept a daily "Lists" journal. I've been so busy for the last few months that I neglected it! And I think now is a great time to get back to writing. Today I'll be sharing the first entry in my new <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/36530-lists.html">365/30 Lists</a> journal.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> In case you missed my last 365/30 post from earlier this year, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/02/36530-lists-2014-weeks-3-5.html">here</a>. View this month's complete list of prompts @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/philofaxy36530list/">365/30 Lists: Philofaxers!</a> I'll be using the hashtag <a href="http://statigr.am/tag/30filolists/">#30filolists</a> on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, if you want to follow my journey...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih69XalDN4zxjGm9cByarKYI-K0KLZ5nDKCX2g2ROlx2bmkKQ9-_jSY-R2Takwo1AWB2Q_tWVMMuHxbPqtdu2cNdy_pTta3JfUh3ujNAVt55RjQKk7PNTqp6CrUdK7D0XuKJ3ao4WEZO0L/s1600/30Lists+-+New+Journal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists | My New Journal</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> Instead of picking up where I left off, I decided to finish out the rest of this year in a brand new journal. I picked up this one from Tuesday Morning for $3.99. Some Dear Lizzy glitter thickers grace the cover. Inside I have a Martha Stewart label [gifted to me] and colorful washi tape cut into banners and an arrow.</div> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9TbbWLqc1-SBThsCstbYheb0_cHSrXevLDLBetX6mbuRBa4HNEALsIYzed7Mf7UWqUlH1OpNCaPbZ5O4yJFq60ggUQDsL7b4JYEdjyy2D4gDAb-5QyWyU10eS21N1ZgSMI4SIQ0wkD20R/s1600/30Lists+-+New+Journal+-+Title+Page.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists | The Title Page of My New Journal</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 27</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>July 1 - July 7th</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi39LkZ61XRqppm1jyshhmSJxqIKwPETScGek1QS6R_6eMCS9FElPF6xZ6f3lUu2k8LtPVtr-saW-n1LYwOx82HN22whKI33BZf_udf4-4SKuNxPz99O2XjDqzBbCzpTAg2enDBL0BqhmnH/s1600/30Lists+-+July+-+Week+1+-+Pg1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 27 | Days 1 - 3</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOMeFOHGeNJHsa5N8xCZ2I9EzxdyWRC8UgCsX-41oQXCkTG7sZueKAXXH404u340HNHo7EVTYXX4CdCsmAG1eNNZ74tp1-QmVrvGTD7pfmsIEtnuw-0saUFI2hP2rfWQRmjjPz2lwXB4BD/s1600/30Lists+-+July+-+Week+1+-++Pg2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 27 | Days 4 - 7</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> That's it for today! I hope you liked my post :) Want more? Check back next week! In the meantime, feel free to browse my other <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/365%2F30%20Lists">365/30 Lists</a> in more detail. Or take a peek at my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax">Filofax</a> posts!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, or photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you a lister too? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>2014: Life | June Favorites</h1> <p>2014-07-05T12:35:00.000-07:00</p> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> Hello, Lovelies! Are you enjoying this beautiful Summer sunshine? I'm absolutely loving it! And I thought today would be a great time to share a few of my favorite things from June. I think this will be the start of a fun monthly series where I get to talk about my beauty, makeup, fashion and entertainment loves!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5mFO_e2eBjnj8A2yd6PWW4_DIuYo6YpI-JvVFs9BPFSJyo6gW2rAiMyMg7IMTT7x1KlXDXV8WU6tOY26piJOkftKOXz4WwTKU6RTUkY4EGetYFqzwu3Wkik8SnXqvYbfWnlZc66_2fXY/s1600/June+2014+-+Favorites+-+Intro.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> The weather started warming up a bit here so I went with simple and natural makeup. But I really wanted to play around with color too! Lips and nails are the best canvases. I ROCKED hot pink! It's the perfect pop of color for me.</div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> And I'm not only loving beauty products... colorful cotton tank tops are a staple in my wardrobe. On those sunny sleeveless days, I like to wear bold and fun accessories too! What do you think of my watch?</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> It's been a pretty laid-back summer. Fun exploring the great outdoors. Chillaxin' in the comfort of our home. And during those nights in, we love to watch movies together on the flat screen. Redbox is our DVD rental provider of choice, but Netflix is our best friend! We've enjoyed this service for so many years. It can be watched on all of our devices... even in the living room on Xbox Live! There are so many different things to see. I love having long weekend marathons when I discover a new TV show! Want to know my favorite one this month?</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="font-size: x-large;">THE DETAILS</span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZL6jMtNod09NiZUPPp3ZCLqhhFfrcPw5PEzCuU-KRQHUbHYNGALUd-BXCIBN0siEPv5QIVk9w0rnWccFmN3Zka5P0TGrynlfLP4o8_0V2j7s2uBG6Zr_JteBLN_bs_uN3Issv-vAEBS9c/s1600/June+2014+-+Favorites+-+Closing.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="font-size: large;">BEAUTY</span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Super Beblesh Balm </b>(BB Cream)<b> </b>for Combination/Oily Skin by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">SKIN79</span></b></i> [$14.95 from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OU4J6C/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_T1" target="_blank">Amazon</a>] | This Korean BB cream is so different compared to Western brands. I love it! Product review coming soon.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Sweet Almond Oil </b>100% Pure Moisturizing Oil by <b style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: magenta;">Now Foods</span> </b>[$4.99 from Central Market] | A holy grail product! Once a week I let my hair sit in this stuff overnight.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>The Rocket Volum' Express</b> <b>Mascara</b> in Blackest Black by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">Maybelline</span></b></i> [$4- on Sale at Target] | With just 2 coats it separates, lengthens, and gives your lashes volume, all without clumping!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Brow Wiz</b> in Brunette by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">Anastasia Beverly Hills</span></b></i> [$21- from <a href="http://www.sephora.com/brow-wiz-P202633">sephora.com</a>] | This pencil allows me to lightly and easily shape and fill my sparse brows for a complete but natural look.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Blender Brush - EB 13</b> by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">Sedona Lace</span></b></i> [Value: $9.95 - Sample from <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/06/first-impression-beauty-box-5-may-2014.html" target="_blank">BeautyBox5</a>] It's perfect. Very high quality! So awesome for BB5 to include it for June! That unboxing will be up here soon...</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>NAKED Basics Palette</b> by <b><i><span style="color: magenta;">Urban Decay</span></i></b> [$28- at <a href="http://www.sephora.com/naked-basics-palette-P376213">sephora.com</a>] | Incredibly versatile. Create simple and natural everyday looks to dramatic and sultry smoky eyes.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Kalinka Beauty Blush</b> in East Side Story by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">Essence</span></b></i> [$2.99 at Fred Meyer] | This lovely coral shade brings life to my face.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>HD Studio Finishing Powder</b> by <i style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: magenta;">NYX</span> </i>[Retail Value: $9.99 - A Gift] | I use it alone on no-makeup days, as well as on my T-zone after applying BB cream. My glasses make my nose super oily so this really helps combat shine!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Complexion Brush</b> from Studio Line by <i style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: magenta;">e.l.f.</span> </i>[$2.50 from TJ Maxx] | I love it for any face powders!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Colorsensational Vivids Lipstick</b> in Fuschia Flash by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">Maybelline</span></b></i> [$4.99 from Walmart] | I adore this color! It's my kind of pink. I saw somewhere that it's a dupe for MAC's Candy Yum Yum.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>5-in-1 Lip Protectant Cube </b>in Pomegranate-Blueberry by <i style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: magenta;">Softlips</span> </i>[Value: $3.49 - Freebie from <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/06/influenster-spring-fling-voxbox-may-2014.html">Influenster</a>] | I've officially replaced my eos lip balm. This one is awesome!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Nail Polish</b> in Daredevil by <b><i><span style="color: magenta;">Sinful Colors</span></i></b> [$1.99 from Walmart] | A bright and vivid hot pink that's perfect for summer. It's a fabulous shade on toes!</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL8hpLkO2lEIbNk_gqqRDUa8UzN0JSBI4IGBMV4cvhArpXGLXSgvFhpd2ldj0kpRcW2cqBCyaeWby_ABmcjGlyppgCaPZemJtjGNNEtELykdg4hMoBfGRorgwXz1qNp5Vb4z640Ndccik8/s1600/June+2014+-+Favorites+-+Close+Up.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>FASHION</b></span></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Ribbed Cotton Tank Tops</b> by <b><i><span style="color: magenta;">Mossimo</span></i></b> & <i style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: magenta;">No Boundaries</span> </i>[<$5-/each at Target & Walmart] | My drawers are stocked with fun and colorful solids and prints. They are so affordable and work great with any summer outfit. I live in them!</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><b>Leather Cuff Band Watch </b>in Punk Rock Floral Design<b> </b>by <i><b><span style="color: magenta;">Nemesis</span></b></i> [$34.95 from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004RTMHO2">Amazon</a>] | The hubby knows my style so well. This gorgeous piece of arm candy was a birthday gift!</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="font-size: large;">MOVIES</span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.sonofgodmovie.com/">Son of God</a></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="text-align: left;">Released on DVD June 2014</span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <span style="text-align: left;">If you read the bible or grew up with bible stories, you're really going to enjoy it! This adaptation is amazing... it brought tears to my eyes. We had the pleasure of seeing this when it originally aired as a series called The Bible on The History Channel late last year. We then found it on Netflix a few months ago. It had a run on the big screen for a short time as Son of God and then released on DVD for everyone this month.</span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">TV</span></b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLmOnQLbunyZs3PyRxnP3vHi8juEVZzo0vVE5DUh7u15rVUQOcEvcbov0vL8xkc3hNjV2EQRcvoARNpEkkeRmUAoiwyu8YBQ6HnlHHdsYRsU9Fe-iKMRaNjhU4JdA9gOUA05Vtw7MueOm-/s1600/June+2014+-+Favorites+-+Netflix.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: justify;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> My regular shows are on break until next season, but Netflix has been such a good friend. I discovered a new show called <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1637727/">The Killing</a>, and finished all 3 seasons throughout the month of June! TV shows featuring the Pacific NW are my favorite, and this one takes place in Seattle [just a 45 minute ferry ride from me]. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> I really love dark, gritty, crime dramas, and intense cop shows filled with dynamic relationships and flawed characters. Unfortunately, this show was cancelled by the original network [AMC] in 2013, but Netflix picked up the final season which airs August 1, 2014. Finally... I can't wait to see how it all ends. The Season 3 finale was a real cliffhanger!</div> <br /> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>MUSIC</b></span></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJuMq4HvevKuRvIksrc_RQb7pJDYIs1GWFNdeoT_9En0HGM8o3yYUH_HjDT1xGqvZHTmeh-fjeDn6w3mhGnkmJQcQDC0q_agzCe3aBiiZ9tD9JCBIaCHIqQ4mUqMARqVzLERjhcR2I5zcF/s1600/June+2014+-+Favorites+-+Music.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Throughout the warmer spring and summer months [or anytime, really] all you'll find me listening to is Feel Good Island Music. We call it "JaWaiian", or Hawaiian Reggae. The mellow beats and soulful lyrics relaxes my mind and body, and reminds me to take it easy and just enjoy life. Want to hear a sampling of my playlist? You can find it <a href="http://hawaiianislandgirl.tumblr.com/">here</a>. [Just click the Play Audio button on the bottom left of the screen.]</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Wow! That was A LOT of stuff! I really hope you enjoyed today's post and discovered something new along the way. And feel free to browse my other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty">Beauty</a> posts! </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> What did you think of my June Favorites? Are you familiar with anything I mentioned today? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Happy 5th Birthday, Kiani!</h1> <p>2014-07-04T16:22:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi5IVElh6ub4cVvSKVaZLPUdULPuxKXSQxK3LCwH6kl2Vtl91P1z8MjPB8S2oG-1Ts1ZwKqBJ6DnTHADOTyvtz2VjFajQMmZjDR07UrzuI-PxoO-YUsBGSJD1nJ4H-jyUA7v5YG8JWM34X/s1600/PhotoGrid_1404508449452.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Today is the 4th of July and people all over the USA will be honoring the birth of this country... but our family has another reason to celebrate. Because our beautiful daughter Kiani was born today too! She's quite the little firecracker ;) Watching our baby girl grow into the smart, loving, and fiesty child that we know today has been such an adventure! She means the world to me...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> When I became a parent I realized how important it is to love unconditionally, cherish each moment, and to celebrate life. Everyday I thank God for our blessings. And today our family gives thanks to all of the brave people who fight for our country, so that we can live in this beautiful place we call home.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Happy Independence Day, America!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Have a safe and fun holiday weekend with your friends and loved ones.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwIcJlakZoUsfFUNx4CohXIiim8gIIztgnZ8JTKmrgi-CebJ8Rdy0lVtLfzyuzm1oS1F0a8r6CPPWDvRYAZyFEUEK3sfhfQgqoJbYBpzIqlIBIy2fFUU2m7Pfdk_Ip6c3PH5JqB-UGaPI2/s1600/IMG_20140704_150158.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> ...and Happy Birthday, Kiani!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> We love you to the moon and back.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Tonight... all of the fireworks in the sky burn for you.</div> </article> <article> <h1>First Impression: Ipsy | May 2014</h1> <p>2014-07-02T14:51:00.002-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX5kwT53HZdbleYYBz5nZMgZ-ZFJbXdgwwnlfQF34jlMNlDzTS6qbAZtFayFeQepolZXs7pMmH1Ty4-EK1dJ38g6JFfMhAm2Qj2UPmI6MbUdNp-Z_BZi9kWi5Z5mx6qCk2IGxFE7N9ksrr/s1600/Ipsy+-+May+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you're familiar with my blog, you know that I've recently ventured into the "<a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty" target="_blank">beauty</a>" niche. It's actually a longtime love, but I've only been blogging about my makeup and beauty adventures since the springtime. May was my very first month with beauty box subscription services. And I have to say that I'm hooked! It's such a fun way to discover new products that I wouldn't typically buy on my own, get great discounts on the products I try and love, and an awesome way to build my makeup collection. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g" target="_blank">Ipsy</a> is a $10 monthly subscription service where members receive a Glam Bag filled with deluxe samples and full-sized beauty and makeup products. For me, the value of the boxes has exceeded the cost of the monthly service! <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/06/first-impression-beauty-box-5-may-2014.html" target="_blank">Beauty Box 5</a> is another monthly beauty service I'm subscribed to.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> May's theme was "Fresh Picks." Although I saw bad reviews from members disappointed with the items from this month's bag, I couldn't have been happier. Many ipsters received more skincare than makeup. But my bag actually had everything you'd expect from a beauty subscription service. A range of makeup, haircare, and skincare!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I know this post is a little late, but it has given me a chance to really use and review these products for you...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what my bag included:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvQ9kudaxuSNtuz10i2tpfCfVl1bfR2mXGg5MGluXqiA2lXtZZlKneNMb9TTRBedh7sZAK0r4CWalRqBQYz7mrcqZwUIPO5eRYaK25GpVKF2dEYjU4gybYQ3gwemGLCVBYKvj6tRsnvTVc/s1600/Ipsy+-+May+-+Products+-+Avene.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Avene Thermal Spring Water</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$18- for 10.58oz / Sample: $6.01 for 1.76oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This is one of those products that I wouldn't normally buy on my own. A can of French water? Thanks, ipsy! But after reading the little pamphlet that came with it and doing some research online, I decided to give it a try. It's amazing! I know, I know... what's so special about a can of water? It can be used as a makeup setting spray, to refresh your face after a workout, cool you down on a hot day, soothe underarm razor burn, offer your little one relief from diaper rash, hydrate the dry skin on your face, and so much more.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm not sure if I'll be repurchasing it because of the price, but this season it's a summer favorite and has a place in my everyday bag. It really makes my parched skin feel refreshed!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYk_hmyyhwO4LVSa7UOXGQ9qx38zGlFs_zHF7eGpxNoJETQjZhgEu2iUd_mORWm3HJBRzPIjAca8hyOCt-IMu1BpR_F698yOpeYg_fewJ9gq7tjUFA6LHyY-NgrTAXPmlNulbpiMvtm7To/s1600/Ipsy+-+May+-+Products+-+Balanced+Guru.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Balanced Guru No Frizz Oil</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$25- for 1oz / Sample: $12.50 for .5oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I really love searching for my next favorite hair product! And ipsy couldn't have picked a more perfect item for me to try. This lightweight oil contains organic ingredients that controls frizz and helps nourish and repair your hair. It does have a distinct scent of lemon and eucalyptus which may bother some people, but I think it smells fresh and clean! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> That $25 price tag is a reason I may not purchase this in the future, but I just love "green" beauty products! When it comes to my naturally curly hair, I do a weekly almond oil treatment, use a thermal protectant spray when flat ironing, and apply light creams or oils to define my tight curls on those natural hair days. A little bit of this product goes a long way; I just apply it to the ends where my hair needs the most help.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZHI4UjwccUtBuyL0cI_c7iffDdsaV_QT4vSj3yggvUiqQfH29TAu2nBN-7EIMr-rln4T5U2Tujhl4_jOOoxDmsRcV9FLonQf4R8CHJ6hfhgzOG8VCwrFMUQX3N06qWHDILnvvOeCanvE_/s1600/Ipsy+-+May+-+Products+-+BooBoo+Coverup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>BOO-BOO COVER-UP</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$19.99 for .34oz / Sample: Full Size!</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Since I go for a more natural look, I hardly wear face makeup like foundation and concealer. I also have dry, sensitive skin, so although I do worry about a breakout from testing new products on my face, I'm always open to trying it at least once. At the moment, I only own a few drugstore foundations and concealers. I'm super excited about this brand!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> It's a bit on the expensive side for my taste, so I'm happy to have a full-sized product to test. This is a special face and body concealer that was made to apply over scrapes, cuts, scars, or "boo-boos." I believe it helps with the healing process using some type of medicine. The Medium shade goes well with my olive skin tone.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6atQt54g2_OwJ4oOnVQDLvQWMPhWgymzCinxFtqMKKYjfkhKrvVCfKW4bMNZnut46rv5Ex1nNowojOA4SQp3XyBykJ0xBCMxQgcvpU_p6Wyhi4yEPEBpIM91gzz1s335F3pK5oxXnf34K/s1600/Ipsy+-+May+-+Products+-+HangTen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>HANG TEN Classic Sport Sunscreen</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$12.99 for 6oz / Sample: $2.17 for 1oz</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Sunscreen isn't something that I would choose to have in my beauty boxes, since I can easily buy it myself at any store. I'm familiar with the brand and like that this particular sunscreen has natural ingredients. It's also a sport version with SPF 50 making it perfect for outdoor family fun in and out of the water this summer! It's not a favorite product, but I'm happy to have it in my stash. I probably won't be purchasing this one in the future since I have more sunscreen than I need.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitGs89Ad2HtjC6mt6Bgimcsn2IJasTVccITDup7baHFxZkKKwcMk75bTSmT3YMI3qCbg6NhR2W0PVEfHGy6eD-A4moqwhOyR8afiNVLzMQ6RTBvUAnCBEYxQ5uG7HOuCLlmvExQ3olijqK/s1600/Ipsy+-+May+-+Products+-+Pacifica.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Pacifica Eye Shadow</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$14- for Mystical Quad Palette / Sample: $[?] Duo Created for Ipsy</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I first discovered Pacifica at my local grocery store while shopping the "natural" health & beauty aisles. Although I'm familiar with the brand, this eyeshadow is actually the first makeup item I own from them. The line uses natural ingredients and is cruelty-free. It's a little expensive, but if the quality is great I may need to purchase more products from Pacifica!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I really like the shades that came in Duo 2! There's a really pretty purple and a shimmery pinkish-white. The colors aren't extremely pigmented, but they are buildable. I think they provide you a subtle hint of color and shimmer perfect for light, natural summer makeup looks. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Total Value of May's Bag:<b> +$40.67</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$10- </b>Monthly Subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> As you can see, the value of my bag was worth more than what I pay each month! I love ipsy! If this is a service you're curious about, I definitely think it's worth the money. You can also take a beauty survey that helps ipsy match products suited to what you use and like. And reviewing the items you receive each month helps ipsy personalize your Glam Bag even more! You'll also earn ipsy points that can be redeemed for free products!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Want to be an ipster? Please subscribe using <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g" target="_blank">my link</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Next week I'm planning to share my June Ipsy & BB5 boxes, so stay tuned! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I really look forward to getting these awesome packages in the mail every month. It's a little way that I like to spoil myself. Can't wait to see what's coming this month and to share it here with you! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Feel free to browse my other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty" target="_blank">Beauty</a> posts. You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you addicted to beauty boxes? Which ones are you subscribed to? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Filofax: Planning On-The-Go</h1> <p>2014-07-01T18:58:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpvgG3t6irTTwCOWVtj2pP3xAgD9SLhli0nhm4W0sh0uAMTDGmPKogRcL_CHiQVVORxVKRYtl2b6puacBPl4cLeC3S4E7Mg2Ln5eRBF-sGCqXrFFiC4QCd2b8SI4Ato2-d5BQLrUZdGyrf/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Intro+Pic_Edited.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hello July!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> Summer is here... which means lots of planning, day trips, and mini vacations. But if you're anything like me, you just want a simple way to store your Filofax supplies for traveling or everyday use. My "To-Go" bag holds an A5 Original and a couple of travel pouches plus a purse organizer. It's portable, which means I can take it with me anywhere I go, even around the house when I'm working in different rooms.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> I know Filofax posts are among the favorites on my blog, so I thought it would be fun to show you how I use my planner on-the-go. Keep in my mind that these are just the things I use the most on a day-to-day basis. I felt it was easier to keep them all together in one place. Instead of buying new supplies, I just change out the stickers, notepads, pens or stickies for the extra ones in my collection.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> Figuring out what works for you and personalizing everything to suit your style is what makes "life planning" so much fun! Feel free to customize what I've done to make it more You...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>*WARNING: This is a photo-heavy post! So bookmark it for later or kick back and relax. I hope it inspires you...</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEITlSl4kQQ_qRjtAu7gRo74E-F1wKwc8Gfq6iSOshmifuLQ8rikR0Jj4v6gPhbnNgqM-fk45MmqKUtqXuiywfNLl3n3ZTESYKM3u7fZU28PX1bT2franv1LOCxrdfZjP_d7cZqGOKLQ1y/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> I use the same hot pink, see-through studded bag all year-round to hold my Filofax pouches and supplies. It's bright and fun for every season and the perfect size to hold everything I need. [<i>Pink Shopping Bag </i>by Penny Sue, $19.99 from <i>Tuesday Morning</i>] Inside I have my planner and pencil pouches, along with a purse organizer that holds lots of other fun goodies!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0AN3QT_4qrrBlh7hNOLpXPMlhuvdNsCKLyswoijm26p37fQPi4_mJi2oYpq9q6K2vl2HEHt_AjogrP79uKTis09u6DkbJkvFb7eF2llUdj9ROJYTXvhLQ622mioLdvbshtNg5x2HbIzH9/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Pouch1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> This is my most used pencil pouch that has all of my basic planning supplies. [<i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ALLBU9I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1" target="_blank">Hot Pink Multi-Purpose Case</a></i> by Cosmos, $2.99 from <i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/" target="_blank">Amazon</a></i>] I've had it for over a year and it is still in really good shape. I know that lots of people complain about these pouches ripping apart, but I haven't had that problem since I don't overstuff it. Jam-packing it until it's ripping at the seams will definitely cause it to fall apart easily!</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> A sequined patch [gifted to me] pulls double-duty, by adding a sweet personal touch and to cover up the lime green logo that was there.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE89pKpHxb9waYsUm-Bl7IBY6TqE-gBEy1gYQPTPOwtaUSuZpyM7QTlfiBLPcQyZZ80rrvECR5Sl_M7sApbdBmgX2sOEdbMuo9ItykYm2TZ9Zx3n2HIyJ0vBNCfW3S_LtCZZhUnFAaGfzh/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Pouch1+-+Open.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This butterfly pouch has lots of different pockets to hold everything from pens to sticky notes. It's so easy to organize all of the little bits and pieces.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGp1n3j_akYqnMGY_N-e1onSeaon8XOGtD2RcUS2O7-Y-seMT8gar217Vr3nfyE1-FM_91NrBoaohpXkzUCnr95UhS9y-2x2-Wvxbv7OL9FBvSOMSAJYkq-joL_B39l5hMhRbgM8sYZEhY/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Pouch1+-+Left1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq9pMimgLmnjmHDG0Aqp80LCPM6KAJs8086fQKzxd8-ZuPDIc5VYvC3H3GGV71jydW2D0Zg9aHLs4MlvWAqbBTrxhxX1WLytNVDVFA2vZYMuk5gogocilQnR2NJWCMy9MR-4B_a-ZvyRqu/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Pouch1+-+Left2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I tuck fun arrow flags, post-its, magnetic clips, notepaper and labels into the pockets on one side.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdxdfP7T8PgNobarB-uoBq7WmeGX8ntaou7iPoWWzyUCLUnrcQlF1LduzJPEEIKwunsiYSZ40mzXwHisE_ATYPdWJqjXP3wTaNGaPOwehdhaAb-eEXReCE-DnQKaMh4LP1_iqj4Z3ECD3R/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo-+Pouch1+-+Right1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz0qTZHhEbaUWU3qjleofTxNjsWo_3lOo0t_r82Pfay3is7vH174Of3ugKH6qyICxUf-TCRXgAHNco0csZCyKA3Y_V5shhp4wAOvcXBpsrU0CdjNtfpF_rvMMLRRqt2GVd5LBEAwgStrKN/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo-+Pouch1+-+Right2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here I have each of the pens I use for my color-coding system, along with florescent sticky flags in various shapes and sizes.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju1s5LRPvDEQL4yHdEETcvDmp2A6-mXagxT7o9OeaGTm4qp8zKPkiBPZW2Eo4pJf5IA8eN2SUqVxdpf_GGo-oA0jFu4OxImGsBB0_uOT4ymjzvMfKYhpi00QUKFn0niQ1qlOSVcpzubezG/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo-+Pouch1+-+Right3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> There's even a large zipper pocket where I keep random tags, labels, and stickers.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdTK1-j3VbWSZNgoqPPdaJ141Tpg22zGpb5tdfBWc8I3VGkOE8JPcq08N_eFjElGaeubL-_tJYsFTVUhmcy-H__1kIE28ZsxJ5APMkC8yZQ7N11-fxfq6cYr5pz3yYTNjPEhOFuJqlkVR/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Pouch2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> My second pencil pouch came courtesy of <a href="http://www.coolpencilcase.com/" target="_blank">Cool Pencil Case</a>. It's not too big and easily fits into my everyday handbag if I need to pack only a few planning essentials. I especially love the saying on the front... it always makes me smile.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNTeL2Rqf1jMex6eh5MIcxADPd5mh8TazXs3Xqq6DWNeAa3zcE1e1Oku6ZMx6tREEwbKdkc9KOyWfDDIv-Y2jwHVEwM9FnBsxrPm-eLIB8F3xxlQTJ2sdeXk1AClvRwrSkQJgVWP00yQ3S/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Pouch2+-+Open.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Although it doesn't have as many pockets as my other one, it still comes in handy. I'm currently using this butterfly pouch to hold extra pens and supplies.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcwmNM8x8ZEQb_fxEEVNHeGQEpOlNl8iGltWOFvZ5I-uDe3BfDpf-511JdH0H8_FA3YDv4u5cwZMah5O-oVd8EurC94IdBkxD9v5I1FxNGobD117UecXpjCZWXnLGPUbt9EV2EwVy05dug/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo-+Pouch2+-+Left.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUNuHye0gCWiHQp4GH07niDv96rSHEz_DxU35kF2yjPCg31xarAa2bNi3UYyrladpcvdjiUhaPHC0Yg4ESaZU6jueGXr1eTRxzdkeAMLs5xe6oclk3kC0ZXL-6ChPbmmcEvwmX7VPuvMTY/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo-+Pouch2+-+Right.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> In the large zippered pocket I have a few sets of cute Hawaiian sticky tabs [gifted to me]. The tall pocket has some colorful Sharpies and pens, and the elastic strip holds a couple of adorable page marker sets [gifted to me].</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH6mlHvAsXB-cXtgcwgoQi7Hq5sn75IHiIarvl_wtyHKIhuAyCwVoscK50I3cGwkEnjd02LWJa4KyrxQ32fSNqbgYMCsYgsTVIcjWHFJ3ntbcuqjJGRa6wMT01jQ-cQVYg1pIX13iuNvov/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Stuffed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I also use a cool little bag to hold my pencil pouches (or just a Filofax) and other fun goodies. It goes with all of my pink supplies and has a ton of pockets! [<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009XPRZJW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1" target="_blank"><i>Nylon Handbag Insert</i></a> in Pink, $3.44 from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/" target="_blank">Amazon</a>]</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaXSGsQbcIgLs40Tvr_dT-5_fz2gHVtYxveQMPhXAId0OXv7Ms-8Zt3NepnC3DBBuOSqmwvgSHBxpg3JwQS1unsofZxHVS6g9zZ1Pkj-BNVyEDk-L96jZDsf70MLDLxt1VtlRYPDkT-MNk/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-YrQB5suCFGQx_jWx5VpGCyk6yFQHJb13rZBb6jhpXREHDCa7AHsIvb7ay5PtK2mVF9ZslA2m1rePdfG2uiEHgiJh-BIBsydJbFr_ior8Ofs-79Tw0ftHs9lcyH0OVdrKySD2f_5Jb3bt/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Snapped.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This bag organizer can easily slim down, if need be. When empty, the sides snap together on the top and bottom, taking up less space in your bag.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1XNLV6h7aUgk3Kykn9fhAVKjlv9EBhEpbSefos4BHRn-rLo134m61S-CDTJW6S-fcJlgVOAvlG09eBw6A1LnwMZxSCg6mS-heW2H7BD1m5-baLv-_spSrlNUWadUDdFpxlMVyEUM7XlyA/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Pockets_Front.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> It was so much fun picking and choosing different items to fill the pockets! On the front and back, I have sticky note pads and sets, washi tape samples, and a multi-color pen.</div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSn2l4w0wuSGPR94FtSzjALVSFT8ECV_m1537QjyrqaKKe6VWLsR-DaxT9h450D8nD0i29gyetZgwQku5FVFiArnPbrj1yCr7JYZ5d_OwN97veQEiB7Ob_KnMJNaGAwHc2_ga67PNho54y/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Pockets_Back.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Inside the bag, there are two large zipper pockets that can hold just about anything!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiq0hmMXcPOmPYocyagsPch9l1vV5YwuNduvJaUy5J36xoemVfqPrPqo66DNfA4QksVsUpQJxNn92ksLEci36sX5ruFdwx7DNLGtsKqTS5iDhCM3qMU6yChpvv9MHwnobiD4EwVoeqc_ee/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Pockets_Zipper1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDslLtk5SyhbOO6Yt4kOZC2FdDGvhbRm213WkbMgMvnu0vFIV990o9j_OD-eBVHfDyF9ANcvR1-8uhm4Z3zcQEEpDJl5A8oTNyPxhXZrJUlhZ8AfqS4NM6Saj6UF1LTsA9w9_wLoy1sDlC/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Pockets_Zipper2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> In one, I have super cute dimensional stickers plus a pouch full of even more stickers!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_Xeo7tdkldPedsmlqC10vrWCN1inml9EoN0oVve7Qw2wVmVadZ4F7RlT-Npg__4AtyItWijbZ4NkAjzu8aBBHvBSLwctaPfx6ELUXmSSxiGrDXDgbD9kz_5aUQy1QGT7zatUIbajS_Yg/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+TravelBag+-+Pockets_Zipper3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> In the other zippered pocket I have extra diary/calendar stickers, page markers, and sticky flags.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> You can really do anything you want with these different travel bags. Choose to fill them with items that work for you and ones that you use everyday. Mix things up when you need a change! What motivates you to stay on top of your planning? Fun stationery? Bright colors? Cute characters? I choose all of the above!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBnYJ8o1AsbKrPbrC9vJvOALHTPxN047OnLY1NHbc2HKkpJ3o3B_EQDMivkeS07HwkpDnpXn4Pecg41E9sQORvFhEEazYckCFLZC42OT8bYTgcFEm1tc2oq1GMuTBdVj0COjfVrD8-JKDq/s1600/FF+-+OnTheGo+-+Closing+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> That's all I have for you today! I hope you enjoyed this and leave here feeling inspired :) Feel free to browse my other <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax" target="_blank">Filofax</a> posts or my completed planner pages <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/filofax.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Or check out my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/05/a-smash-travel-bag.html" target="_blank">SMASH* & Project Life Travel Bag</a>! You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> How do you plan on-the-go? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Mahalo for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>First Impression: Beauty Box 5 | May 2014</h1> <p>2014-06-26T12:47:00.002-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDZMZ1NPD9A2NxBM3Uo5Mk48EpG9N_38j29YxZxQrzZju8LxUBQ4VouU71IlErjJ7Dm9ng6kNyatdo7cRhnf1yCMP_fTxGMdW_WqP4UIWovOg0q9AdILdjOTPIQYl8yc60xRh6GEyCm-uY/s1600/BB5+-+May+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This year I've decided to expand my blog to include more of my many passions. My love for beauty, makeup, and skincare has been a longtime affair, but I thought it would be fun to start sharing my new adventures here with you all. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The month of May was my first experience with beauty box subscription services, and I have to say that I am hooked! It's such a fun way to discover new products that I wouldn't typically purchase on my own, get great discounts on the products I try and love, and an awesome way to build your makeup collection.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://beautybox5.com/" target="_blank">Beauty Box 5</a> is a $12- subscription service, but I received my very first box FREE of charge. Each month you get 5 deluxe/full-size samples delivered right to your door. The value of your products usually exceeds the monthly cost of each box. So if this type of service is something you want to try, it's definitely worth it in my opinion! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="color: red;">You'll find something special at the end of this post...</span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I was pleasantly surprised at the products I received this month. From what I've seen across different social media sites, most beauty box services mainly send either skincare or makeup. My Beauty Box 5 had a variety of different products ranging from hair care, skincare, and makeup. Everything you would expect from a beauty subscription service!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what my box included:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdHSyFwOwH2CUhrI1-wLUCL_doqQ6eRLHjBn7V9ZqSMpaQQNx8ctX6f10dPznKR-kH3yx91rFtqcCTQrHfwYkdGQMsEhIyrTiCGZLQN8PukX9DGScXdvht2fK6jspkQr7DEZliHBMQ2EJS/s1600/BB5+-+May+-+Products+-+Coolway.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Coolway Shampoo & Conditioner</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$19.99 each for 8.6oz / Sample: $2.32 each for 1oz.</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Although shampoo and conditioner isn't my favorite thing to get in a beauty box, I'm happy to give this set a try. I would've been bummed if I got just the shampoo or just the conditioner, so it is really nice to have both [even though this set counts as 2 of my 5 products]. And the 1 oz. sample size is a good amount to really give it a good test run.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3U4TmQQDylfhySJTm47PFa-kdxkouAvpZA36oZ_31Ru6VjAIJ9_uVOo567cOe1eJB67QI2612hRs_zEw6VfbeVHqqrfZPxg-UiaJyf4xDFH5owLjcC2UX_mh4Uxr85IXv14zPPRYcVgbG/s1600/BB5+-+May+-+Products+-+LA+Fresh.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>LA Fresh Wipes</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$19.99 for 48ct / Sample: 3@ $.42 each</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This is one of those products that I wouldn't typically buy on my own. But I do have to say they are pretty handy to have! If you're a busy mom like me, there have been times that you forgot to put on deodorant. Yikes! These little wipe packets easily fit in your purse. Or stash some in your gym bag!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj46c_nimn3trMXzmQVNb25AzbUGLVMWVZa60BSpopEYt3pQpf_VNd9GgDuetia0-5BeAjifZjHu_KUw63vMDOV5Z2GN4n417eetC9eFURF0EmmEf509qy2SYQEYZ2b03dyir2mudwDfbBH/s1600/BB5+-+May+-+Products+-+SheaTerra.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Shea Terra Organics Rose Hips Black Soap</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$18- for 4oz / Sample: $4.50 for 1oz.</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I love anything organic, especially when it comes to skincare! So this bottle of 100% natural facial cleanser is definitely something that I would purchase if I was out shopping. Micro-dermabrasion in a bottle... Yes, please! I haven't had the chance to try it yet, but I will be sure to update this post with a review when I do.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0HaO7U8-A4rlIzhxUtxlVeIQSonrLmr_T3yb09KQNJW9jCSWVHp3Wa66xw0F1fESQrVozQ12akVJ0GFmF-fRVhde5ZFIO_2HQMVlu8lKGcGaxbwH9fQouJSwyKESBa9LpC6vXX5aXgFqv/s1600/BB5+-+May+-+Products+-+NickaK.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Nicka K Lipstick in Concerto</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$4.99 for .12oz - Full Size Sample</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Lippies are one of my favorite makeup products, so I was extremely happy to get this in my Beauty Box 5. I've never tried the Nicka K brand before and I'm glad to have it in my collection. The formula is nice and this color looks great on my olive/tan skin tone.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Total Value of May's Box:<b> $15.39</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$12- </b>Monthly Subscription Box</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Overall, Beauty Box 5 is a really good beauty box subscription service. They ship boxes out on the 8th of every month, and I got mine super fast! Their customer service department is really friendly and they answer your questions in a timely manner. Although it's great, I've been wanting to try out other beauty boxes without breaking the bank. I'm not completely sure if this one will stay on my list. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I also got my June BB5 box already! I'll be sure to post it this week...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you're interested in subscribing to Beauty Box 5, please sign up using <a href="http://www.beautybox5.com/?u=6767" target="_blank">my link</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="color: red;"><br /></span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><span style="color: red;">SPECIAL COUPON CODE</span></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Enter <b>FREE614 </b>at checkout to:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - get a free introduction box</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <b>or </b>save $12 off a quarterly subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <b>or</b> save $12 off a yearly subscription</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>*Code expires 6/30/14.</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Have you checked out my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/07/first-impression-ipsy-may-2014.html" target="_blank">First Impression: Ipsy</a>? Feel free to browse the other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Beauty" target="_blank">Beauty</a> posts on my blog. You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you BB5 subscriber? How do you like it? Hooked on beauty boxes? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Simple. Summer. Beauty.</h1> <p>2014-06-25T22:34:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgufn8qFPwuNEw-EbxmMtAUxFhpenDxWR-MZOWC_p28E4RBkhC5074SfsUfr4uWHvrOP-gNJ9o3V9qt_mM7lfkcWp_w6bxqaqGSsIeExczlYh9U8TATxOV6hhX-qmGPvlXKwwMf8r4UogfU/s1600/ABM_1403745052.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Do you switch up your makeup when the warmer weather comes? I like to go light and natural! For my everyday look, I just moisturize and skip the face makeup [like foundation and concealer] to let my skin... breathe. I also put my hot hair tools away and let my naturally curly hair do its thing.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm the type of person that NEEDS to do their eyebrows. [Mine are extremely sparse!] So I always include a good quality brow pencil in my everyday arsenal. Then it's just blush, 2 coats of mascara, and a favorite lippie! A BB body cream keeps my dry skin soft, smooth, and glowy all season long.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAMyyHb8dqao1ZoUhhyphenhyphenCNpJ7T_gNCePJxZEzENPdcAzuDA9UjVDG2JH5KYpZTj8ttjJrG_74u_jWYC7QBr-mzfoNeFMXAlOH1vIoGQ0hHpuyis4Jag5vSd4jUVhGDidgDZDJzZq4c-Cpwn/s1600/Summer+Beauty+-+Natural+Look.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Going Natural for Summer</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This is all I need to feel comfortable and beautiful during the summer. Even though it's a super simple look, you can still have lots of fun with bright pops of color. I love to rock hot pink lips! Need to kick it up a notch? Add some eyeliner!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you're afraid to step out of the house with a bare naked face, try a BB cream. They provide you with the coverage you need, without the heavy feeling of foundation. I purchased a Korean brand online, which I'm currently testing out. Amazing! I'll be sharing a review of it soon, so stay tuned!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqxAlyQ79w2DPIqYYsdbWHodA1tJlpK0TEXNngZpHLE4-ojwoCnphMpOHfELSHSiZWj9hScs2Kmh0nwlh6C32Lc4VQ6VgRE59qxYvIM10gONLICCiMTgIlsV6yy9Me3Hjf4wzV-Hr4PNVx/s1600/Summer+Beauty+-+Natural+Look+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>PRODUCTS USED:</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <i>Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Brunette </i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$21.00</b> from <a href="http://sephora.com/">sephora.com</a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <i>L'Oreal Color Riche Extraordinaire Lip Color in Coral Encore </i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>FREEBIE</b> Courtesy of Glamour Mag for Testing Purposes</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <i>Essence Kalinka Beauty Blush in East Side Story</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$3.99</b> from Fred Meyer</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <i>Maybelline The Rocket Volum' Express in Blackest Black</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$4.00</b> [on sale] at Target</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <i>Carol's Daughter Sacred Tiare Anti-Frizz Styling Cream</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Sample</b> from <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/" target="_blank">Ipsy</a>'s June Glam Bag [Value $2]</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> - <i>Jergens BB Body Perfecting Skin Cream in Light Skin Tones</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>$.99</b> from Target</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Want to subscribe to ipsy? Here's <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g" target="_blank">my code</a>. You can also stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> What are your summer beauty essentials? Have you tried any of these products? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Influenster: Spring Fling VoxBox | May 2014</h1> <p>2014-06-02T17:28:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0wdbiFpzaGJuZIJSDaAvcfsG7DR67nWiRTKuMChvFImyGgag1XM6eC3pJc7F37tuvOVci0x15-vW2W0vGdCySKHeIo0Z6X9mqHniMgLXcK5n0eYIsO8YeZRso91ML3IE0d9N3qsxs7o9n/s1600/Influenster+-+SpringFling+VoxBox+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hello June! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This year I've decided to step out of my Scrapbooking, Planning, and Crafting niche to pursue another passion... Beauty. Don't get me wrong! I love <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Project%20Life" target="_blank">Project Life</a>, my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax" target="_blank">Filofaxes</a>, and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Crafts" target="_blank">Crafts</a>, and you'll see a few posts about them here and there. But I felt it was time for something new... a change. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I wouldn't call myself a "Beauty Guru." I'm just someone who's passionate about beauty, makeup, and skincare. Through my blog I'll be sharing my thoughts and experiences about new products, revealing the goodies from my beauty boxes, and giving product reviews for the awesome free Test Panels that I'm a part of.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> It's a new month, and soon Spring will become Summer. You know what that means? Plenty of sunshine! I don't know about you, but I change up my makeup and beauty care routine when the warm weather comes. Feel free to check out my <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/04/spring-beauty-must-haves.html" target="_blank">Spring Beauty Must-Haves</a> for 2014. Being given the chance to test out some new Spring products courtesy of Influenster, means that I'll definitely have some new favorites!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> If you're not familiar with <a href="http://www.influenster.com/" target="_blank">Influenster</a>, it's a community of consumers who like to share their opinions and experiences about different products they use everyday. Certain Influensters qualify for exclusive programs where members receive complimentary products to test and review. All they ask is to share your thoughts and opinions with friends and followers on social media.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I became a member in April and qualified for the Spring Fling VoxBox in May. It's my very first box, and I'm super excited to try out all of these new, fun products! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Here is what I received:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvOc7Lvcno4_9tM95dH6Xa4VTwJP7oNxm99sMz_euapq2JQbGQEgnbFe0NteVGEJYYZM2iG6f14pKoFdeCQJxFo2QUQK7_4ZIRTLDiNFxHFwmi4pOxbgzaKlsCzoi1yun5_Mw5Ablo_drk/s1600/Influenster+-+SpringFling+VoxBox+-+Products.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Playtex Sport Fresh Balance</b>: <b>$3.99-$4.99</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I haven't had the chance to use these tampons yet, but based on what I've seen advertised on TV, they look like they will be great for active women needing extra protection. I'll be sure to update this post with my review when I get the chance to test them out.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Kiss Everlasting French Nails: $6.49</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I can't wait to give these false nails a try! I'm normally a polish girl and haven't used press-on nails since high school almost 20 years ago. Since shying away from acrylic nails a while back, I like the idea of these store-bought, not-so-permanent French nails. The directions seem easy enough, and the inexpensive price tag (compared to an acrylic/gel set from a salon) means I won't be breaking the bank. I'll be sure to update this post with my review when I test them out.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Softlips Cube: $3.49</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I've been a user of Softlips for over a decade, so when I saw this new 5-in-1 Lip Care Cube I was super excited to try it out! Since it has SPF 15, it's perfect for Spring and Summer. It nourishes and hydrates my extremely dry lips, and the Pomegranate Berry scent is fresh and lovely. I really like this product and will definitely purchase it when I run out! I think I found a new favorite...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Rimmel London Scandaleyes Retro Glam Mascara: $5.99</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Since I'm currently working on a new tube of mascara already, I haven't yet had the chance to test out this one. I do love its "bold, wide-eyed, fanned-out volume" claims and am extremely tempted to use it with my current mascara. I will definitely update this post when I have the chance to test it out.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>NIVEA Skin Firming Hydration Lotion: $2.49 for 2.5oz. / $10.99 for 13.5oz.</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This product claims that in as little as 2 weeks you'll see firmer, more toned skin. I can't say that's true based on my own experience, since I haven't used it for two weeks. But I can say that the lightweight formula leaves my skin very hydrated and super soft. It also has a nice scent that isn't too strong or overpowering.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> As you can see, Influenster is pretty awesome! I still can't believe that I received $25- worth of products for free. I hope you enjoyed my post and discovered a few new products along the way! You can find me at <a href="https://www.influenster.com/CLRoy2014" target="_blank">CLRoy2014</a> on Influenster. To see what I've been up to in my other Test Panel communities, check out all of my links <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/my-links.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you an Influenster? Did you get a Spring Fling VoxBox too? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigM2_nOU3jqL5_iMHbGyF2P5d4g9yFU-cK2XGNQptyiZICRskzlSyv0I3rfJOMbhxDuNNDy9PrmlpN8LuDP4xlgzKkVF6KDHyyTPZ_5D_IgNMdIjB-p5W1IOdedhIgQl1zJw8y7fYw0F2o/s1600/VoxBox+-+Blog+Image.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <i>*I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.</i></div> </article> <article> <h1>Spring Beauty Must-Haves</h1> <p>2014-04-23T17:04:00.000-07:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I know.... it's been a while. Sorry about that. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> This is a new year. A time for change. Change is good. And today, I've decided to step outside of my typical niche here in blogger world. I'll be delving into another one of my passions... beauty and skincare. I haven't talked about it much since I started blogging back in February of last year. But it has always been something I wanted to share with people. I only write about what I know and love... and this stuff makes me smile.</div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I'm rekindling my love for makeup. For the last decade I've just been an all-natural, no makeup kind of girl. I used eyeliner, mascara, lippies [I love lip products!], and skincare stuff. I'm in no way a Beauty Guru. Far from it! I look to others for inspiration and love trying new things. I watch beauty videos on youtube like a junkie! I've been experimenting with foundation, playing with false lashes, trying out fun colors on my lips, eyes, and nails. And I've hauled some amazing budget friendly makeup and beauty goodies. You know how <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Frugal" target="_blank">frugal</a> I am ;)</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I thought it would be fun to share this adventure in my life. I'm still up to my old ways with <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Project%20Life" target="_blank">scrapbooking</a>, <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax" target="_blank">Filofaxing</a>, and <a href="http://www.islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/DIY" target="_blank">crafting</a>.... just not as intensely! This year, I've been focusing more on myself, my husband, and my family. Hence the hiatus.... But now I'm back. With plenty of new things to talk about too! So stay tuned...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHqw8dr1l6ZYR1Il_GH_6iNJJonAVkws8BC1ONV4IOtB0-ttn3Nqc-ZuC5V5S39C8hJOb-vPtmmiddZO4n16F3WAKygTMbPrGu_v_X6fZOiSo7BU0MjwqNxjFJndKSbSf7U5nLlCotbCQ6/s1600/IMG_20140423_151242.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Since it's Spring, I thought now is the perfect time to share my Beauty Must-Haves for the season. When the weather warms up here in the Pacific NW, I like to go for a minimalist [but pretty and fun] look when it comes to my beauty, makeup, and skincare routine. It's all about moisturized skin and lips, sunscreen, bright pops of color on the eyes, lips or nails, long flowy hair, and super fun accessories.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Here is what's in my Everyday Spring Bag</b>:</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div> <ul> <li><b>Jergens BB Body Lotion</b> in Light Skin Types [I have Olive skin.] -- I bought the travel size at Target's Dollar Spot to test it out. It's pretty moisturizing, smells good, and is the perfect size to pop in my purse.</li> <li><b>Biore Pore Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer with SPF 15 </b>-- I received a small sample in a Target freebie makeup bag. It's perfect for everyday, especially when I'm out and about and going makeup-free and natural.</li> <li><b>Jordana Fabuliner</b> in Black -- Easy to apply thick or thin lines and super black pigmentation. It stays on!</li> <li><b>Jordana 12HR Made to Last Liquid Eyeliner Pencil</b> in Aqua Stone -- For days when I want to play up my eyes with a pop of color. Can be used on the upper and lower lash line! This is a brand new product that I haven't tried yet! Waiting for a sunny day...</li> <li><b>Maybelline The Rocket Volum' Express Mascara</b> in Very Black? [The darkest available.] -- This product curls my short, straight lashes and makes them full, long, and separated without an eyelash curler.</li> <li><b>Dr. Rescue Baby Lips</b> (Medicated) in Pink -- It's perfect for the unpredictable weather we have here in the springtime, and it provides subtle color for those days that I don't feel like wearing lipstick. It can also be used under lipstick!</li> <li><b>EOS Lip Balm</b> in Pink Lemonade -- An everyday moisturizing lip balm with natural ingredients. Great under lipstick!</li> <li><b>NYX Lipsmacking Fun Colors</b> in Hot Pink -- I've been playing with color this season and I absolutely adore pink lips! This pink is the bright pop of color that I crave.</li> <li><b>Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain</b> in Tropical Frenzy -- I sometimes layer this bright pink or wear it all alone. It provides a pretty pop of color with staying power! I use it on the days when I know I'll be too busy to reapply.</li> <li><b>MAC Satin Lipstick</b> in Cherish -- The perfect nude for those days I don't feel like wearing a colorful lip, or if I'm doing a bold eye.</li> <li><b>Essence Kalinka Beauty Blush</b> in East Side Story -- A pretty coral shade that goes great with my nude lip days.</li> <li><b>ELF Essential Blush</b> in Blushing -- For when I'm wearing my pink lips, of course!</li> <li><b>Matrix Sleek.Look Lockdown Spray</b> -- I purchased a kit of this line years ago, and it came with a travel size spray bottle perfect for my handbag. It smooths frizzies and leaves my hair feeling soft and shiny.</li> <li><b>Makeup Bag</b> -- I received this cute little bag from a Target freebie. It holds all of my Spring goodies perfectly.</li> <li><b>Compact/Mirror</b> -- I don't usually carry a compact during the Spring because I go face makeup-free most days... so that leaves me without a mirror! I found a pretty pink double-mirror compact at one of my favorite discount stores on clearance. Score!</li> <li><b>A Hair Tie</b> -- You'll never know if you need to put your hair up.</li> <li><b>Sunglasses</b> -- No matter where you live, you gotta protect your eyes! I found my authentic Dolce & Gabbana shades on Amazon for a steal!</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>What's in your Spring Beauty Bag?</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> That's all I have for you today! I hope you enjoyed my first "Beauty" post and decide to follow me on my adventure ;) Please let me know what you think or if you have any questions. Be sure to stick around because I have lots of other new things to share with you!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> *I'm a new ipsy Glam Bag subscriber anxiously waiting for my first bag to arrive next month. Super excited! I'll be sharing my first impression here and posting future bag reveals from ipsy. Stay tuned for details. Interested in subscribing to ipsy? Please use <a href="http://www.ipsy.com/r/9p1g" target="_blank">my link</a>!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Are you into makeup, beauty, and skincare too? Have a favorite blog to share? Are you a newbie or a guru? I'd love to hear your thoughts and comments!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Filofax 2014: Week 6</h1> <p>2014-02-10T19:40:00.000-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcy-14zFfwQWTi1bKTALaKpzw073t67t7L3Q3kJYEL6GpS7sQrGb9i3i-nrzOw_Cn96DPSz21kACOZmzmw7Rv9kOMffw_8Y_yU278trzscvhTBOtYE_vnbbQtyTjOvw4aseiLyNr7PJ1vZ/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+6+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Happy Monday! It's time for my end of the week Filofax post :) As you can see, I use both an A5 and Personal size planner to organize my life. Feel free to take a peek inside my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/11/filofax-inside-my-a5-original.html" target="_blank">A5 Original</a> and <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/08/filofax-inside-my-domino-part-1.html" target="_blank">Personal Domino</a>. To <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/filofax-staying-organized-in-2014.html" target="_blank">Stay Organized in 2014</a>, I added some extra inserts to my A5 planner! Just in case you missed last week's post, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/02/filofax-2014-weeks-3-5.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE2nuXVC5Kr-kkzDEhHJWmcAtubhgv4nA3WlDHVlPOeNuLCbOgfEfaUEmW6Nz8iQA20nYcO6qkNRuCrYH6QIP07exGHAi-ykgp62XaWZH_uifZ9CfPFVEPC6YwV6BoXYTuOzn57AQWoiJd/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+6+-+Full+Spread+-+Both.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 6 in My A5 Original & Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> Here is a quick breakdown of what I use my Personal and A5 Filofax for. Both follow the same color-coding system. My [Personal] Domino holds all of my personal notes, family details, appointments/events, paydays & bills, contacts, as well as notes specific to my A5. For my blog and Project Life planning, crafts, online order tracking, and Household stuff [such as chore lists, menu planning, and important financial details], I use my A5. Since my Personal FF is my everyday planner, I duplicate some entries into it because I like knowing exactly what I have going on in that part of my life.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2S3Z2bmou-qMJPU1SzU8HRN-dd8DbWcE1Tmq8lBu53bqkyJ42lVK7X_OLP44Zv8-0DOi0fTUM-lzISZxw97TV1du8TkN4mQ7vNWMbNyE5ke9rFUDyo6eqy5WxXnAJDu-mR2DlgaozHfa7/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+6+-+Full+Spread+-+Personal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 6 in My Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> It was a pretty crazy week recovering from a nasty bug and trying to play catch up on all of the projects I fell behind with. Suprisingly, I had a very productive week! And I couldn't have done it without my color-coding system. As for decorations, I dug into my stash of Valentine/Love themed washi tape. On top, I have pink argyle tape cut into a banner. Love Grid washi lines the bottom of the pages. [Both designs from <a href="http://www.downtowntape.com/" target="_blank">Downtown Tape</a>] </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I also have a Martha Stewart dewdrop [which I move from week to week] for a little reminder, and a pink up&up magnetic clip to hold my pages together. A <a href="http://paperaddict.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Paper Addict</a> dashboard sits between my week to hold important sticky notes.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm using <a href="http://www.mylifeallinoneplace.com/2013/05/free-filofax-personal-diary-inserts-for.html" target="_blank">CC-Inspired WO2P</a> inserts by My Life All in One Place.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAakvDbW9WKq3L9dMABE4M-YcRgwrMytmhrlL60T6WicFUVdCzjScZ4ZPFxamus7j6CKB8uItGDNmoHOM3FwpZ5j25HgRE_oQpCytU9eOKNB2rEfGxmxMv2Wz4hk0iLxxzWVaNmkmnc-yl/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+6+-+Full+Spread+-+A5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 6 in My A5 Original</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> This part of my life was pretty hectic too! I had so many projects to catch up on!! But I managed to get most of it done :) Not too many to carry into the current week. For decorations, I used the same washi tape designs from my Domino.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm also using the same <a href="http://www.mylifeallinoneplace.com/2013/05/free-filofax-personal-diary-inserts-for.html" target="_blank">CC-Inspired WO2P</a> inserts in my A5 planner for cohesiveness, along with another <a href="http://paperaddict.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Paper Addict</a> dashboard [that I customized], and an up&up (Target) magnetic clip.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj75NJBiflve8rtrMoGeLYR8OeU6JyWHxonqxtFlgGq1MUgTQRFlgbpgleGZDD1UNK6zcMgfu8TiFKxHn-iVqi2XxX2YuoE2xU4oLM6NLLwbVhmhKxo2xpigWBJ_L3evSIVe7am30kL_FBx/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+6+-+Sneak+Peek.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: A Sneak Peek at My Current Week</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> That's it for today! I hope you enjoyed my Filofax post :) Want more? Tune in next week! You can also browse all of my previous layouts <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/filofax.html" target="_blank">here</a>. If you're looking for more planner inspiration, check out my "<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/808islandgurl/filofax-addict/" target="_blank">Filofax Addict</a>" pinboard on Pinterest!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you using a planner to stay organized in 2014? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>365/30 Lists: 2014 | Weeks 3 - 5</h1> <p>2014-02-07T18:15:00.001-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgazNJGe-v7srW2DxP6F08n5rU_cnYxchaxVqYXF4P3nWu2XbpuS_YWgqMKNvS4CVqlGdKArXxeEdxTn3mftz1FKmvFSEtrU_R6qvCEXyuHoyY_dtS6MwNTWkt8LILj5W3oXxCnCQxHMpuD/s1600/30+Lists+-+Week+3+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Happy Aloha Friday! It feels great to be blogging again :) Sometimes life gets in the way of things, but I'm just happy to finally be caught up with most of my projects! Today I'll be sharing the last 3 weeks of my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/36530-lists.html" target="_blank">365/30 Lists</a> journal...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> In case you missed my last 365/30 post, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/36530-lists-2014-week-2.html" target="_blank">here</a>. View this month's complete list of prompts @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/philofaxy36530list/" target="_blank">365/30 Lists: Philofaxers!</a> I'll be using the hashtag <a href="http://statigr.am/tag/30filolists/" target="_blank">#30filolists</a> on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, if you want to follow my journey.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 3</b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>January 13 - January 19</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPshtMyf-BaNXJ2onZnKKuea7lMTRRnZ1ds5o1KrFJyPnG38YWAtNdoDprnQnZvp3tF5I1tztmgrNFC9zBqgwqKfMuGf9C1LHpQJWrlqhXW86K6_1BdnfoxjQgx9KL5ia22WNp4nUhwFHb/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+3+-+P1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 3 | Days 13 - 17</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxnAGxX1unfuOJtsyzPfcRkjjVAYCMe-CV4zuDCJppyzKA30RuegaukqzRvMk_oCvKqpioL-2wisqR5M08HQ2U__kfmyyvQTHDpwusmYfToYixN4kL0BB2Tkig5LwuOEH7M62CsDlkBsxj/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+3+-+P2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 3 | Days 18 & 19</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 4</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>January 20 - January 26</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2BYI6_NzYEwfFTHzL5senPVQ0qZjSXwvTm2Hfcz8tiwJghjPzAwY3J9TnMhdHVKHEJLNpjKDpQRkT1q5Yw3Gaes51UZluhkuJiQyDlUq3R-UOIM7xd5jMWD4PUvYkLcizmQ63ktYIysPq/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+4+-+P1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 4 | Days 20 - 22</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX0IvTA3cM0aNYjZaE1PfjeNWqx8GrM6ALhpBe8KxQhuTuQ93tbBg2O79aUvTFSZWiOTCG5MSiqiF2v-_SItU8Ji5zjFZ8bkeP__dOuZkNvgpoBl9DM1r-WzOvQTiJ27p34z4WMK3MLzCZ/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+4+-+P2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 4 | Days 23 - 26</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 5</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>January 27 - February 2</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2eXnI3pu3Xvh7_-xpNihadYg8MlZydMxHMmGkzueL2_hSLOeL2ZaLAXaxlwjHa8_xCJ5ibA3q_wK7kylAar0ZIQ0nt-u9x4slNEfaFrLPO4FRWQ4GecgLHyLdd6pldINT9zeypEciWky0/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+5+-+P1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 5 | Days 27 - 31</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5cAnP8TjvCkXGRL5i8JCkZjEVHLbFel22gI1lUCsWaMhBb5MU_eQqKDlgIY6JT7sb-OcgiQ9BAwyIDLxbUw0vt_kwG1YzIjmLJPZnPyHnA4SLb_gwjT4rZn9RKZBiWzjKm_lSVJZLQnhq/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+5+-+P2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists: 2014 - Week 5 | Days 1 & 2</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> That's all I have for you today! Hope you enjoyed my post :) Want more... tune in next week! In the meantime, feel free to browse my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax" target="_blank">Filofax</a> posts.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you a lister? Fell behind recently? How do you catch up? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Filofax 2014: Weeks 3 - 5</h1> <p>2014-02-05T15:13:00.000-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn_F-kVX-gsPrSn4rCf8ZX6cGCxxZ9AoGCLKD5Ft7S9x_o96MKvkKGrbIGwjVipSVn7fh-Y8bZKJidttAl1cdEpHLGS4hEK5T_2D_i-DObF6OFbZiDAuN_jrUPYMMjIXplrZIv9fkpzEyd/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+3+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hello again! It feels great to be back :) But because of <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/02/2014-life-update.html" target="_blank">my little hiatus</a>, I've fallen behind in ALL of my projects! Slowly but surely, I am catching up. Starting with my Filofaxes. They're all up-to-date and ready for me to get back in the game! And today I'll be sharing 3 weeks worth of planner layouts...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> As you can see I use both an A5 and Personal Filofax to organize my life. Take a glimpse inside my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/11/filofax-inside-my-a5-original.html" target="_blank">Original A5</a> & <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/08/filofax-inside-my-domino-part-1.html" target="_blank">Personal Domino</a>. I even added some extra inserts to <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/filofax-staying-organized-in-2014.html" target="_blank">Stay Organized in 2014</a>! In case you missed my last Filofax post, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/filofax-2014-week-2.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgybDDLPjWHZO8JQ1qKRbNFpUEqgaXYiwsfceJZ90iN_L4t84Hkhqa_wuLXs2AtVFzXlW6TMja5uJ2BCL5xWd0FuFr-wkPxqjhzrXdp7jHMcFfhDfBRF6b2yDIFp38KorwrWlew6tqT9qOS/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+3+-+Full+Spread+-+Both.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 3 in My A5 Original & Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> Let me give you a quick rundown of what I use my Personal and A5 Filofax for. Both follow the same color-coding system. My [Personal] Domino holds all of my personal notes, family details, appointments/events, paydays & bills, contacts, as well as notes specific to my A5. For my blog and Project Life planning, online order tracking, and Household stuff [such as chore lists, menu planning, and important financial details], I use my A5. Since my Personal FF is my everyday planner, I duplicate some entries into it because I like knowing what I have going on in that part of my life.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 3</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisernnJF_H6M3pR2UJblFhMjbWTsqI08fPWl8VwUvZQz7CpvEXe717Vt_5XPBdccyXd9Ey5e10URtj1B3W40XfiHF7jSIpePm3jKIEWU58fQjNufe2puAB5auBxauODjCsyt_KH40B3Aic/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+3+-+Full+Spread+-+Personal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 3 in My Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> The color-coding system really helped me to stay on top of this busy week in my Personal Domino. Apart from my standard daily entries and other little notes, I had extra details that I needed to keep track of for an upcoming trip. Which happens to be the reason why I don't crowd my pages with decorations and stickers beforehand. I want to be sure that I have enough space for my notes!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> But I always add washi tape for inspiration before I start my week :) On top, I used Recollections tape cut into a banner. Colorful Birds on a Wire line the bottom of the pages. A Martha Stewart dewdrop holds a little reminder [that I move from week to week], a pink Typo page marker is used to hide some personal info, and an up&up (Target) magnetic clip holds my pages together. A <a href="http://paperaddict.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Paper Addict</a> dashboard sits right between my week.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm using <a href="http://www.mylifeallinoneplace.com/2013/05/free-filofax-personal-diary-inserts-for.html" target="_blank">CC-Inspired WO2P</a> inserts from My Life All in One Place.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIDpUglSShHIo4oI4XHfEmYrini5-Z9hRHprGmK19pWnkdu2XL-izouMD4vgwrPFNXZg_dotGElV1e72Dngf5_jsYCCz-29O5x7vU2evtPRv-MLbFp9pHpNz057qhLuYqdRf8s-bvr15Mk/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+3+-+Full+Spread+-+A5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 3 in My A5 Original</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> In my A5 Original, I'm also using <a href="http://www.mylifeallinoneplace.com/2013/05/free-filofax-a4-and-a5-diary-inserts.html" target="_blank">CC-Inspired WO2P</a> inserts from My Life All in One Place. To continue the cohesiveness, I added the same washi tape from my Personal Domino. But I did sneak in a cute Hello Kitty sticker ;) When things happen to not go as planned... which happens often, I use a transparent sticky flag to mark changes in scheduling. I have another up&up magnetic clip to hold my pages together, and a <a href="http://paperaddict.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Paper Addict</a> dashboard [which I customized] sits between my week.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 4</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEc6gGji6eEQqjbi9OLS8EMZTe_M74TDSAyZsrNif0qhVhQ0NWNGtX0YOf3biGIwEKiTM0Z8ujYVVGQINk33kkYyXa-AhDterqchl08rLAnUHv1hRwEYyeIPzRbbWFcgTkRfTtWr4FFcMr/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+4+-+Full+Spread+-+Both.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 4 in My A5 Original & Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> This week I decided to take a break from blogging to get ready for and enjoy our Road Trip to Portland, OR. Blogging didn't seem important... it was all about vacation & Family. For decorations in my A5 Original, I used a car sticker from Michael's Hello Kitty's line, more transparent sticky flags to mark changes in scheduling, pink & white Valentine washi tape from Target, and pink Hello Kitty tape by Sandylion. In my Personal, I chose pink dotted washi by Recollections to complement the HK washi tape.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>WEEK 5</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwp71b2943fk6A3Gt__tiZVnHb2Qdt07bs8oOWQGmAERxBWbXHeeE2lGFSVl-0YXY_Ozpoum3NAgoK7usCYrwU9yQBHVA1S09NVVlAa52pEG-TWc2aOkyeiF8UqUe5hfL5y7YA8iahD9SR/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+5+-+Full+Spread+-+Both.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 5 in My A5 Original & Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> The reason for my blog hiatus and all of the unfinished projects. <b>Real Life. </b>Our family was battling a stomach bug :( Nothing planned or scheduled. Just notes. I didn't even decorate the pages...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Goodbye, January...</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpINJAaK7qMOYIZBVPOBid7Y0yJ39M-JP_YbwHAbumusdDiT8oaE8gWem4ltq2Z3MstO41WXp4B8RO5cH7jjIkE7Jbx-okVn_C5FGAWry20W4wXhGjgweREt0WEGfbHkXshIe-os-LJheM/s1600/FF+2014+-+January+Calendar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: January Calendars</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Hello, February!</b></span></div> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBXfUJMME6J8JRQLROhi-WCy09iaoxhehaqdAfyK5EzfD9W7o7ivPt92pkWfWs-9cgfO08bYB02kyiexhggZ3fbJ5M0QCNNz2qhfxqQe0QYjuyNQwe5W5ayimMxM70OpMlqZfx-l7sG5CI/s1600/FF+2014+-+February+Calendars.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: February Calendars</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> <div> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoUPuGGC0R9Jx4o5fgtfiYk-qEorTL-EOXv7552XGY2m4oRF3nz6xELbmNFfwmgY1GAkiOsfsI1JbAQb5EUiggUC7ULjKDiPoUJqkR5eh0ZZK12tXD-idVgOsGat_JL2jtBuj8hDThYBOl/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+5+-+Sneak+Peek.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: A Sneak Peek at My Current Week</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div> <br /></div> <div> Now I'm back. And my planners are ready! I have lots of catching up to do! Hope you enjoyed my Filofax post :) You can browse all of my previous layouts <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/filofax.html" target="_blank">here</a>. If you're looking for more planner inspiration, browse my "<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/808islandgurl/filofax-addict/" target="_blank">Filofax Addict</a>" pinboard on Pinterest.</div> <div> <br /></div> <div> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...<br /> <br /> Have you fallen behind with an ongoing project? How do you catch up? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.<br /> <br /> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>2014: Life | An Update</h1> <p>2014-02-03T15:22:00.000-08:00</p> <div style="text-align: center;"> It's February already?!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I think it's a good time to share what has been going on the last couple of weeks during that unannounced hiatus from my blog and social media. But before I get to any of that, I wanted to first say mahalo to those who sent sweet messages and mail while I was away. Thankfully it wasn't anything serious.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I have to say, the new year started out wonderfully! Everything was on track the first couple of weeks, so I decided to take a little break from blogging before our vacation in Portland, OR to visit our family. I needed the extra time to get ready for our trip. And an awesome trip it was! We really enjoyed the change of scenery and the quality time with our loved ones. It always hard to leave....</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> But there is nothing like spending a fun weekend with family in Portland, only to come home and start the week with a 4-year-old and a stomach bug! Thankfully we made it home safe and sound. But I'd be lying if I said this past week wasn't tough. That yucky bug worked it's way through our entire family in a week! Taking care of them and nursing them back to health was my primary mission. As of now, the little one and the hubs is at 100%. Back to their old selves. Me. Almost there. I'm just happy to be back to "life." But I do admit, the extra rest was really nice :)</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I haven't really touched any of my books lately. [It was rough, people!] Now I'm just making up for lost time. This week I'll be sharing the rest of January's <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/filofax.html" target="_blank">Filofax</a> layouts, and work on getting caught up with <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/project-life.html" target="_blank">Project Life</a>. Right now, I'm 2 weeks behind. I also have the remaining <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/36530-lists.html" target="_blank">365/30 Lists</a> to share.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm hoping to be get caught up with all of my projects pretty quickly, because I have lots of fun stuff planned for February! It's one of my favorite months <3 You guys know how much I love pink. and hearts. and Love! This month you'll also see some new goodies and supplies... and even fun holiday projects! February is also my Blogoversary month :) To show my appreciation for a wonderful and successful year of blogging, I'm hosting another giveaway! Details to come.<br /> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja-HYQ7Nwy-TP8GvIGVC86ED-nxEO4-PCV2CEq2fDppeLvpQ71nluh0DllvLmX7xy7aAFLTGPTaQfxLjHlf_MLrZhdwIiJLxFdKUvirHO6Ehd8uOUISUlRM4TA75mYCHdiwdjcAitIcn6M/s1600/Happiness.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">image via <a href="http://www.thethingswesay.com/if-you-have-the-power-to-make-someone-happy-do-it-the-world-needs-more-of-that/" target="_blank">tumblr</a></td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Is it hard for you to get back on track after spending time away from your blog or a project? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Mahalo for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>365/30 Lists: 2014 | Week 2</h1> <p>2014-01-16T18:04:00.000-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3sKm0cFoC3wQ6Fk9HO841P-Pzl0CktB0LeUuOYFA7lX679NFXbptEXrVMetGEZvBsGk3w5jZM7g-0pnIVwoSZ0grS7KC9G4L1zLfO_vr8m6FIhq_vNTd3d1zYrMUqltDnwfatJ3y4VF0y/s1600/30+Lists+-+Week+2+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Last week I shared my newest adventure here on my blog. And I had no idea how popular my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/36530-lists.html" target="_blank">365/30 Lists </a>Journal would be with my readers! I received such wonderful feedback across all of my social accounts, on my blog, and on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/philofaxy36530list/" target="_blank">365/30 Lists: Philofaxers!</a> Facebook group! I'm so happy to hear that a lot of you decided to join me on this journey :) It's going to be so much fun!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I customized this project to suit my needs. Deciding not to use my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax" target="_blank">Filofax</a> made sense to me. I honestly don't have the extra space for 30 separate lists. I also want to keep all of my lists together in one book... so I went with a bound journal. But if you have room to do it in your Filofax or planner, go for it!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> In case you missed last week's post, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/36530-lists-2014-week-1.html" target="_blank">here</a>. View this month's complete list of prompts @<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/philofaxy36530list/" target="_blank">365/30 Lists: Philofaxers!</a>. I'll be using the hashtag <a href="http://statigr.am/tag/30filolists/" target="_blank">#30filolists</a> on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, if you want to follow my journey.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>WEEK 2</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>January 6 - January 12</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbekTiX2Wiw7eyjDM0zT84bNPTVk5cBcEqF1AG4vQ9V57_2GzXrPbtVGs7vfoteeAb1s7vO-GZFn2eDRF7SVL0maQH27u4JoyU9PyzOlYpHy70LBNpG8J0t4T6xhSBu0OxxPW6IwleNqjt/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+2+-+P1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists 2014: Days 6 & 7</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAIrM2xfFyHc5Vv2yvZy5KSoA0FVPA6fJzTvHw6ivBxJ4wD3KeMt_UgH1iASEPg4W2UVwXXm1_9DeRCcHqs8YT-uavQHxQkWeFUEDLW7ypackb7WM7LgjYqJ-Tf-6PerLi-e3ld44gj3au/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+2+-+P2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists 2014: Days 8 - 10</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> I added some extras to this page with a Kawaii ice cream cone sticker by Stickerdoodles, a Typo page marker, red paper tape [Kid Made Modern from Target], and filmstrip washi tape.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFgTv5owRabJmJNSD-YxByTcR2Ih7unqIPpLv-W4nVFCMe5Yaz12CjWu-EbwJhpRIuF0sLlO1T-3F3-MbgxAReIqos2DXTwexMbTF7ptLYEi4JnshOxKsV36lx7UfGmKSfGPRqwzyMlF0e/s1600/30Lists+-+Week+2+-+P3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">365/30 Lists 2014: Days 11 & 12</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> Here I drew some zentangles to fill up some blank space, and embellished the page with another Kawaii sticker and an arrow post-it from my stash of Filofax supplies.</div> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> That's it for today! I hope you enjoyed my post and leave here inspired to try something new :) For more... tune in next week! Feel free to check out my other <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/Filofax" target="_blank">Filofax</a> posts.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you a lister? Joining in on the 365/30 Lists: Philofaxers! fun? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? Please let me know. Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Project Life 2014: Week 2</h1> <p>2014-01-16T15:57:00.000-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLMjCHFpha4M3BJGrjwnUtgu22PuYnVjm2Ovs5yEZJx5baqeQwIfA08UE4g5oIbcvFtEN8SAR9rx00hvrL-2hTekf2E3vylQd5ErgIru14qWMYNgD5o9qVbGRn_EOboEePFPRp2Mp7e1Dx/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Title+Card.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hello! I'm really enjoying documenting another year with Project Life... and starting off with a new book is pretty awesome! Today I'm so happy to share my most recent completed layout with you. But in case you missed last week's, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/project-life-hello-2014.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>WEEK 2</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>Life Documented</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b>January 6 - January 12</b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br /></b></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_mylMwGCllO4pcci5k4p7if1eSupQDh1xUNQb3hnK44e5dEghCsNBuD0yHAHQNbDuj0rTFaOpzmhpjWyvXRdSn6PjbAjglHzzg2Qd9w-PBFrqxPZXo2KRHV3yQELk2U5jSo2wOylG22EQ/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Full+Spread.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Full Spread</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> This week was wonderful! I captured lots of great everyday life photos and memories worth documenting. I even had tons of new supplies to play with! I let the fun pictures from this week be the inspiration for my theme. Lots of girly embellishments and the color pink, of course!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpAZDop-gEWkOh1paoVQ80CubRuVHARCZe2LKd_JT9kCcBU_sgRiHbOzHWDu4tdTNco545PscQqY-XwpbI2h2ywVNMNRR5vye0zVN3RGAPeaaSX9XVoh0TtyhF-UMtwKQCY2mxArOOqfBT/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Left+Page.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Left Page</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> Here I'm using a Hobby Lobby pocket page continued from <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/project-life-2014-week-1.html" target="_blank">Week 1</a>. I really loved the colors in this week's photos, so they were my palette when choosing cards and embellishments. I mixed up the cards on this page with some handmade ones, a printable filler card, and journal and fillers from different designers and collections. </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Starting with the title card, I used a cloud design from the set of <b>Planner</b> themed Project Life cards. I added <b>Hello</b> thickers by Amy Tangerine, a Colorbok number element, yellow enamel dots by Recollections, and an arrow by MAMBI.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUlbWdHx1Wh_aSLSUW1BboDEV7Rb4CzKAtNQ5rktGiKNQ_51oi6av7Xr4pPAmP-1g4u-PCgOlQXH2oGTF4jqf0XeJJ6xG5t1Tdvix6vI90o6Vk2goMdjsFY4tOLTNEaLztR36gNWGUuUgD/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Cards+-+Set1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Cards - Set 1</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> For this set of cards I used a double-sided card from last week to hold a wallet-size instagram photo of my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/365%2F30%20Lists" target="_blank">365/30 Lists</a>. I added some neon paper tape to write the title. Next is a 4x3 filler card from WRMK. I created a handmade card using paper from Amy T's <b>Sketchbook</b> line. It holds a 4x4 instapic of my daughter. To complete the card, I used Studio 112 and Glitz alphabet stickers, <b>Wish </b>thickers by Amy Tangerine, and a Cosmo Cricket doily sticker.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuoAqOQ6q8FVqvDD8gZg8_163qeDVtBKCARb1y5Kmc4PX0rrJWVcIHUzTgUmWDSi9IIHwZzRq95zqRhN6R5ejK6e4nFu_SCMSzXBfXo2wcWARz_6O-HZTlrXNC_4c_Cbp-oUagCIBdoPmq/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Cards+-+Set2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Cards - Set 2</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> This is another fun mix of cards. I used the other side of the 4x6 WRMK journal card from last week to hold a wallet-size instagram of my VDay stash. I added some Dymo labels for the title. Next is a handmade 4x3 card using pretty paper from my scraps. It has another wallet-size instapic, some Heidi Swapp alphabet stickers, and pink bling. The last card is a cutout from my <b>Hopscotch</b> paper pad by Colorbok. I used some of my own writing to fill in the calendar card.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRc4wB_1_OxTpiKrpsLKH7Pe6IYjUaxENiv-bCLUTLK-KN3IW0ddOkK5XwPUlI_tg1WWqOUvi34pEwXyJVodWABQFEuAuG4Z7TrNRjc1YY_4axobvt737fLm8cby2eNPQt5wMgswMLEgfO/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Card+-+Love.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Love Filler Card</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> I scoured through my stash of free printables to find a filler card that worked with my theme. I resized this print to fit the 4x6 pocket. The colors and LOVE sentiment works perfectly!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrpHNfR7QR__027z0QgQknX7jVcNFNv8-CWlR4YOQt3G_px8p75C3cCe8qDOB9TD1jJxagXb987onT_NBHfYQqrPEPqRKioxMnFNDXgnTo0Tsa7ck5F9WnhjawRPpCAt3_aIis_GUE2Lh/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Right+Page.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Right Page</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm using the same Hobby Lobby pocket page for the right side. I filled the pockets with a fun mix of cards, papers, and photos.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYJANaKIfSYD0Hy2r3CZAcTgtpOekJH2Ealen80LpFODdhGiJnk-WIKKMNPE3hlrQBdOE-uvk2FPylGtTq5H9IzIv61geLDI15XtORmrN0fqZjZX0GMk7aSXPKgnwYWk9Qw33paA-hlwM3/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Cards+-+Set3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Cards - Set 3</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> For the first card in this set, I have a handmade card using paper from Dear Lizzy's <b>5th & Frolic</b>. It holds a 4x4 instagram photo, a pink SMASH* label that I embossed with my Dymo, a wood veneer hashtag, a print-and-cut label, and some alphabet stickers by Glitz and Basic Grey. Next is a 4x3 filler card from the <b>Girl</b> themed set of Project Life cards. The last one is a printable filler card that holds a wallet-size instapic and some glittery red <b>Hooray</b> thickers.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi96loOwN0jH2MCTYYv-PpvBb7y9cFIXi1bcUHlGaFvF7-mQKv3lhVAhDWjOniRqCZguXIqwvW_zNtGZnzA6cfib84yzwtruqJ93LBpC9blhIsj54_8i006zvwioL7rI-wIlCEptLUFEABN/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Card+-+Raingear.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | PNW Life</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> I made this card using more paper from Dear Lizzy's <b>5th & Frolic </b>line. I added a 4x4 instagram photo of my little one in her rain gear... necessities for living in the Pacific NW. Some large AC Remarks <b>Hazel </b>and K&Company <b>Animal Tails</b> alphabet stickers complete the card.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsvMmQW5uLlxtsIC4XyCcErPESp4WCsBmZ-OsTHL-E06wCbwLSHY-vqlWvrq5dw12SBfwtAOzZ3donxt1dkR3QE3OfLJWF4B8gI9xogD7z_cr29PICqoSC0fB4tmm7yHSy3-gIUFIBuKrK/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Cards+-+Set4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Cards - Set 4</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> I made a Week in Review card using a ledger design from Amy Tangerine's <b>Sketchbook</b> paper pad and some pink Cosmo Cricket alphabet stickers. The 4x3 cards are from my hubby's company party. Some Dear Lizzy <b>5th & Frolic</b> paper acts as a mat for his name tag. I took a photo of his letter about the Profit Share bonus, and added an arrow (cut on my Silhouette Cameo) to highlight the amount. [Concealed for privacy. The SMASH* mustache clip is there to hide more info.]</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbNeTqiKTsK-52M1dxWrzZ6ZNYogxPp303II2DuuQmca5b0-p3fWqUKuZ7ozuc1cx_m-1tAySQnP80I7eBZKrxBgT0hdF1qkTJ35PA1xyijUxggMqbHr9v_15gEaHoH0x7HbHiRA6iGkE5/s1600/PL+2014+-+Week+2+-+Card+-+Bravo+Night.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">PL 2014: Week 2 | Bravo Night Card</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> The last one is another handmade card using patterned paper from my collection and a piece of ephemera. I thought the hubby's itinerary from Bravo Night would be a great addition to our album! To decorate the card, I added a black banner cut on my Silhouette Cameo. I also used a white gel pen to create the faux stitch detail and writing, and some AC Remarks alphabet stickers for the rest of the title.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I hope you enjoyed my Project Life post :) You can find all of my previous layouts and albums <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/project-life.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Looking for the fun free printables I used in this week's spread? Browse my "<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/808islandgurl/smash-and-pl/" target="_blank">SMASH* & PL</a>" or "<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/808islandgurl/printables-templates/" target="_blank">Printables/Templates</a>" pinboards on Pinterest. Be sure to follow those boards, because I find new stuff often!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you documenting 2014 with Project Life? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Filofax 2014: Week 2</h1> <p>2014-01-13T18:44:00.002-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCb6Jov3MIBDcvXknaclQ2wwDuANGy02wfeQRk8TLcKNFE8nWf5-x4aI7ISTIUXckrCOEg2w7GjgDltnvUzKhTsINCIgMYodgOmcI9OtfBKuCU4GPAnYquR2yyei27dcAPhEnpAUMgYCz6/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+2+-+Intro+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Happy Monday! It's time for my end of the week Filofax post :) I use both an A5 and Personal planner to help organize my life. Feel free to take a peek inside my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/11/filofax-inside-my-a5-original.html" target="_blank">A5 Original</a> & <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/08/filofax-inside-my-domino-part-1.html" target="_blank">Personal Domino</a>. To stay organized in 2014, I added some extra inserts to my A5 Filofax. Curious? Check out <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/filofax-staying-organized-in-2014.html" target="_blank">this post</a>! In case you missed last week's layout, you can find it <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2014/01/filofax-2014-week-1.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxkCLRbh6qDfxQ2e43D319Gw2_Tt8iK4QxfZBK2WkVqoi1XYoVAne_G72ZoIhuP20XvH4Un1OTCrPzfFLF8TgYkJFdz5oBFQ4NVXMSUd7tmL4f0przSDjOC2GZ9U2M0gkh224h5-wQrIt8/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+2+-+Full+Spread+-+Both.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 2 in My A5 Original & Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> Here is a quick breakdown of what I use my Personal and A5 Filofax for. Both follow the same color-coding system. My [Personal] Domino holds all of my personal notes, family details, appointments/events, paydays & bills, contacts, as well as notes specific to my A5. For my blog and Project Life planning, crafts, online order tracking, and Household stuff [such as chore lists, menu planning, and important financial details], I use my A5. Since my Personal FF is my everyday planner, I duplicate some entries into it because I like knowing exactly what I have going on in that part of my life.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrtmcX1gB6mcVjNi9s6kRzETzcZD2kkEZ6WD6RcujXacmkWdk_BoLSlbbbOb3wtDEaH3ipYK5L0sG-3b7Cfn_FzQmRJmtPAwEaf2_TOrgiLkIE_ncohdnCRyCVYlwHlHyjeQtXxwJ3Mt_8/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+2+-+Full+Spread+-+Personal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 2 in My Personal Domino</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> It was a pretty busy week in my Personal planner, but with the help of my color-coding system I didn't have trouble staying on top of all my plans and projects, daily routines, and other important notes. As far as decorations go, I try not to overcrowd my pages with stickers. I like to have lots of room to write down every detail! </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> The only thing I use religiously is washi tape for inspiration. This week, it's <b>Neon Circuit Board</b> washi by Scotch on the bottom of my pages, and on top is hot pink narrow tape that was gifted to me. I included a fun printable filler card from my stash that I embellished with a sticker and paper clip cut on my Cameo. I also have a Martha Stewart dewdrop [that I move from week to week] for a little reminder, and a pink up&up [Target] magnetic clip to hold my completed pages together. For important sticky notes, I have a <a href="http://paperaddict.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Paper Addict</a> dashboard right between my week.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I'm using <a href="http://www.mylifeallinoneplace.com/2013/05/free-filofax-personal-diary-inserts-for.html" target="_blank">CC-Inspired WO2P</a> inserts from My Life All in One Place. The design is super simple and incredibly spacious. I love it! Monday-start is new for me, so that will take some getting used to.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyBCcLt1GykE7rEtDxy5570hUrUEv48ttwXVpPfp3rxLsWAqkHWA3maZqkLy0UK0T47j5SM5nqVrYpce22GYLxn_RpXRD9j9bMvoAorGrdqLNqPTdxCzRsWCBa0Gm3NSaogmTlgvHYICts/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+2+-+Full+Spread+-+A5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FF 2014: Week 2 in My A5 Original</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> For my A5, I'm also using <a href="http://www.mylifeallinoneplace.com/2013/05/free-filofax-a4-and-a5-diary-inserts.html" target="_blank">CC-Inspired WO2P</a> inserts from My Life All in One Place. I don't decorate the pages too much in this planner, besides the usual washi tape. For a cohesive look, I used the same Scotch tape from my Personal Domino, and I created a banner on top using pink up&up [Target] washi. I also have an up&up magnetic clip to hold my completed pages together. A <a href="http://paperaddict.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Paper Addict</a> dashboard [which I customized] sits right between my week.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6loxcFzsW_g-qRJSiEg60fagCgzVDZyhu8f8v-pl046y8E3vZ0ANriWRSGlfWlh5h9pW0AjBrm1POa5oB14E0cY58_XhqBqUxq8ts0yFkhKuvUEmbx1U_KRVb17V1tnSwvwfx2YbB0Znh/s1600/FF+2014+-+Week+2+-+Sneak+Peek.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Filofax: A Sneak Peek at My Current Week</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> That's it for today! I hope you enjoyed my Filofax post :) Want more? Tune in next week! You can also browse all of my previous layouts <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/filofax.html" target="_blank">here</a>. If you're looking for more planner inspiration, check out my "<b><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/808islandgurl/filofax-addict/" target="_blank">Filofax Addict</a></b>" pinboard on Pinterest.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you using a planner to stay organized in 2014? Own a Filofax? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> <article> <h1>Filofax: Staying Organized in 2014</h1> <p>2014-01-11T18:40:00.002-08:00</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjagjiPg0PwPqb-YYaDfH1aCfvlhyphenhyphenR1oSa3FDq1X3f5SBH5Obh32kvO3ErYMQvpwZBnrU6aKKE_qGbBiNJgllFdRYgUR_TSyh0ybaBampUaj9tKJlhAHNXXS8wxdm5QeroRGXklRCmj3nre/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Intro+Pic_Title.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hope you're having a wonderful weekend! Based on some feedback by my readers [a poll running this month], a lot of you are interested in seeing more Filofax posts. You're in for a treat today! I'll be sharing some add-on inserts that I found while getting my planners ready for the new year :)</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The set-up I used for 2013 in my A5 Original worked great. I had a super organized and productive year! So I'm not changing anything about my arrangement. [Take a peek <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/11/filofax-inside-my-a5-original.html" target="_blank">Inside My A5 Original</a>.] But this year I'm adding some handy inserts that I wish I had last year. It'll make staying organized that much easier...</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioo9VhW4qD2w1TaWwZyQLAi0WHxRTuTFmghDQyeQMeUqSOqNfeJiuZbe9K7LzG_A7oBwva-HICgnSr8zshJjsLRetYXwvgycMBNZpOXkBJbgN-l3dhMo_2ngvlrWNezBAaUBHu3jFV5OvV/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+A5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Filofax: Ready for 2014</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> Today I'll be sharing some inserts that I added to my <b>BLOG</b>, <b>PROJECTS</b>, & <b>HOUSEHOLD</b> sections. I printed all of them at-home, using the A5 printer setting and A5 paper that I cut from 8.5x11 sheets. To save on printing costs, I used only black ink. [I bring color into my pages with pretty pens, washi tape, and stickers.] They were all hand-punched [the hard way!]. If you have any recommendations on a paper puncher, I'd love to hear it! Looking to invest in one that punches Personal & A5...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> ...Now onto the good stuff!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><span style="font-size: x-large;">BLOG</span></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Following are a few inserts that I needed to keep track of my blog planning. Last year I used a seperate notebook... and it worked fine. But for 2014, it only made sense to have all of that info here in my A5 Filofax. Everything together all in one place... and no need to carry around another book!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>WEEKLY PLANNING</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvezzDoR0NiVOuIz_F1Wl2IbURyPUZj4liv-yGN-DIxHzdCYOR1DwdyzsGicJufqcScWixTxPG5ntY5o7R4LxQxFUV31uosbOTUz74DesEpsFbXmtPzNUaliFCEUS_YLkM2RdqDMhSBg7y/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+Weekly+Blog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Weekly Blog Planner Insert</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> "<b><a href="http://andcute.com/weekly-blog-planner-printable-template/" target="_blank">Weekly Blog Planner</a></b>" by andcute.com</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I use this insert to plan my weekly blog posts. I don't like my planners to be too bulky, so right now, I only printed up a single month's worth of pages. I also want to see how I like them before printing out a large batch.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>BLOG PLANNING</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaKvDSMnWnsyK8IaJm_A98dGD43B4lssGZivnxoK4NrQy8Fa7ADM9HvrevM0t6ngaZQzch2T2MYOhdY5CiudHOCip0uU1DeYbbhPotylbBkSRjaZJCAhNkVx6U5236mK6TIcvZ9ZhAENzu/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+Blog+Planner1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Blog Planner Inserts</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBTUH7UmvBYVXKf0gHWNre_ZlaOmadIhsn3aI6xEbBgA_40xjHxUQjsul1xr89jxkfJHMhVHGvuavUVJNVJMgDmkyDH4Q8g0aN3UujItiO2MAKMP1boTIF4TQReokg7LfGfPTdJW_lWNCT/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+Blog+Planner2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Blog Planner Inserts</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> "<b><a href="http://onetoughmotherblog.com/2013/10/build-a-family-binder-in-31-days-day-31.html" target="_blank">BLOG PLANNER</a></b>" Inserts from One Tough Mother</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> These inserts were available for free until 12/31/13. [More info available in the link above.] They're pretty self-explanatory but incredibly handy and helpful. I printed all three pages double-sided to test them out. What's fun about printing your own inserts is being able to easily change things up. Next month I may give some other Blog Planner inserts a try. There are so many different designs and styles available for FREE!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>PROJECTS</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> The same notebook that I used for my blog planning last year, I also used for my Project Life planning. Sketches. Layouts. Notes. Details. Ideas. I knew this year I wanted to include all of that stuff in my A5 Filofax, eliminating the need to carry around another book.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>PROJECT LIFE PLANNER</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqotrD5gQS3Dfmo4l_93lXEr9twcvd1OtUh6bTFxPSIF__aUMwac2PU1_WdDdXu-yWeExilqDFXkZuf7XvWEYnK1Yd1bx6f_f8cHOwTFi70hKPznmE6iAI4SUSap8huVokSPvtOZYT6n2k/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+PL+Planner1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Project Life Planner</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh01aCWkoiSFyXUiTufQRu364Eq9FoKV3zy8WzEFbJAzpHRdG3ZUMrLr5P7zrao-7K8ZNmnJ6rN_Jy544Npk5AcrtOAOETCqlit1CL61rdBNgG7_yu3Xrsqhmyrp60zolC_OJLM5vMtxZGY/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+PL+Planner2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Project Life Planner</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1jQn3dkRtVzGKG4PsQxITbXaWHCLjXxMlddehBWzRAArlHTlkeDCPObE25nX6QAt8WpORPW48Sgxu0sknEhb4szn54pYoFDLWZIEENqE2CBXopt_ZgOQVLj6SficCyBeIuES61bWvqF5j/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+PL+Planner3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Project Life Planner</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> "<b><a href="http://kellywaterman.com/2013/12/16/project-life-journal-freebie/" target="_blank">PROJECT LIFE JOURNAL</a></b>" by Kelly Waterman</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> These inserts are really great! Definitely my favorite find! All of the details that I keep track of when planning my PL pages are right there on a single page. I have a place for my sketch, daily note sections, an "idea" box, and it even fill-ins for the current week and dates. There's also a seperate monthly calendar with the weeks marked. So fabulous! If I need to add any other specifics for the week, I'll use a sticky note or transparent flags.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>HOUSEHOLD</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I added a couple of new sheets to this section of my A5. These help track some details about our household's finances. Last year, I had various notes on separate stickies for each month. Now all of the important information is right here all on one sheet.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>BILL PLANNER</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvmH-VlkHvdkYFelqHAHv75Dur-3_QUSFrpeAX8KLFRmeZvd5lJNiSGe75s_o1DK1GME4p8eCrIGtjhvesNVS18brWiYMzulD06P3CFQQHovhcWSlPw8xjHHG5vyqnhOVVug9UVIE_qxm_/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+Bill+Planner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Bill Planner Printable</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> "<b><a href="http://zoeathome.com/free-pdfs/" target="_blank">BILL PLANNER</a></b>" from ZoeAtHome.com</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> I printed double-sided here. All 12 months fit perfectly on one sheet. Now all of the details about our household's bills and payments are right here. Very handy!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>SAVING MONEY</b></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> One of my 2014 Goals. I found an incredibly simple challenge to help kick off our new plan! </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj78jAmDxXeU0QRxMoj4JQ2h_lalpbNu1ifbMAfe_lyykndn39WMTRKlHg8BHQpMTWYIEtcNxgeTcH_L-hHdNr4EKJDgUECuz9rRIheSZKWkZd5ldDDxi4KASMBeQyjtm2acVwfGwVkKVJ8/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Inserts+-+Savings+Challenge.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: 52 Week Money Saving Challenge</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> "<b><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/163607398937138537/" target="_blank">52 WEEK MONEY SAVING CHALLENGE</a></b>" on Pinterest</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> This is such a great chart for understanding how very little is needed to start building for our financial future. A simple money saving challenge that our family is excited for! We're on a mission to make this project a success. [I use a pink highlighter to mark off my weeks.]</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYMvvOy6nvwra6_ntqrKxRel6BJBXw4SR-dbENixX6XKTwgasVj0n12KDnZ4zJVvl1mevrhLoCMLyK8sKfrlQbuvEZMIu_0BbYlE66rHQR8KdBAu9dfaiS4qlAhJ6EelO27-CaxUvxA1gW/s1600/FF+-+Organized+in+2014+-+Closing+Pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2014 Filofax: Staying Organized - Add-On Inserts</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"> That's all I have for you today! I hope you enjoyed my post and found a few new things along the way :) Have you seen the inside of my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/11/filofax-inside-my-a5-original.html" target="_blank"> A5 Original</a>, yet? Here is my <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/2013/08/filofax-inside-my-domino-part-1.html" target="_blank">Personal Domino</a>. Don't forget about my weekly layouts! You can find all of them <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/p/filofax.html" target="_blank">here</a>. I also embarked on a new journey! See what I'm doing with <a href="http://islandgirlstudio.blogspot.com/search/label/365%2F30%20Lists" target="_blank">365/30 Lists</a>. Looking for more planner inspiration? Browse my "<a href="http://pinterest.com/808islandgurl/filofax-addict/" target="_blank">Filofax Addict</a>" pinboard on Pinterest. </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> You can stay updated on my recent posts, projects, and photos by following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/island808girl" target="_blank">instagram</a>, or by "liking" my fan page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CraftyIslandGirl" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. So why not head over there now and show some love...</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Are you using a planner to organize your life? Have you used any of these inserts? Any thoughts, questions, or comments about this post? I'd love to hear it! Your feedback is always welcome and much appreciated.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Thanks for stopping by!</div> </article> </main></body></html>