Very Enchanting

A update from Lanie Buck

2013-12-11T03:13:00.000-08:00

I notice that there is still some movement on this blog and I didn't want to leave anyone hanging and wondering where I went if you don't already know I have started a new blog... and fyi it is going great!

Head to LanieBuck.blogspot.com to see all that you have missed one on!

Here are a few of the current popular posts-

DIY Beauty- Cupcake Manicure with Tutorial.

Julep Maven December 2013 Box Review!

Inspired by Nails with Tutorial- Woven Checkers

DIY Easy Stiletto Nails with No Acrylic!

Wantable November 2013 Makeup Box Review

The holiday manis, crafts and recipes are just starting too so be sure to follow my new blog on BlogLovin' and like me on facebook!

Out with the old and in with the new- Goodbye to this blog.

2013-07-25T19:44:00.000-07:00

This will be the last post of this blog.

I am starting a new blog to replace it but did not want to delete or change anything to think blog so what is here will stay here.

Move on to my new blog with.

I have a ton of things to come, some new, some different and same just the same.

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Thank you all for being a part of this with me, I hope all enjoyed it as much as I did.

July Ipsy Glam Bag Review!

2013-07-18T21:27:00.000-07:00

My Ipsy bag has come and I love it!

I think this is my favorite bag that they have had since I joined.

There are a few things that I don't love but I think the bag is making me over look them, it is just so cute.

derma e Microdermabrasion Scrub

I love all things that exfoliates so when I saw this in a sneak peek on their facebook page I was instantly in love and crossing my fingers I would get it. I have use it once and it is love!

I am taking full advantage of the discount offered and already have an order in place with them.

COOLA Mineral Face SPF 20 Unscented Moisturizer

I have yet to use this but I live in Arizona and will be driving to California in less then 2 weeks to drop my sister off who came to saty with me thing summer. I am going to pop it in my purse and take it with!

POP Beauty Pouty Pop Crayon

I was so very excited about the Benefit Tint Gloss that was in the sneak peek and was hoping I would get it but sadly when I looked in my glam room and saw that I would be getting this and not the gloss. I was then hoping for the Coral Crush that was listed on the products page on Ipsy. I was so very very happy when I saw it in my bag. This is my favorite item from this month and I'm not even a fan of Pop Beauty!

I would have never bought this so thank you Ipsy for putting this in my bag!
You can find this look on Ipsy here, like it to help me win this month challenge!

Sexy Hair Weather Proof Humidity Resistant Spray

I have received a few big sexy hair things since I have joined and I am too excited about em. I gave away one, never used another but I did give it a try since the humidity was about 40% last week.

Thanks to my pa I get a bit of a fro in such weather and as you can see by this bad cell phone picture this stuff works! I might actually by more of this if I see it at Target.
You can find this look on Ipsy here, like it to help me win this month challenge!

BH Cosmetics California Collection Eyeshadow Sample

I was very excited for this and I had read a few good reviews and other blogs.

I was hoping for matte colors but a few shimmery ones came with purple.

Since I did just dye my hair pink and purple I wasn't bummed to see it.

I have Malibu in the corner of my eye and San Fran starting in the middle on the upper and lower lashline into the crease of my eye and Hollywood in my crease going to my brow. Malibu is the only shining star in this trio.
You can find this look on Ipsy here, like it to help me win this month challenge!

Pretty In Plum by Nicole by OPI was an extra goodie from their referral program that just started.

I just did my nails so I will play with this in a few days.

These are the other goodies from the glam room that were not in my bag but others got.

They gave out more Nailtini polish.

They have contests with the items in the bags so I wanted in on the Nailtini one and did this!

I had won the first contest I was in from the first month I joined so with "Bordeaux" from the nail cocktail collection I won I did this! The inspiration for this look is from my inspired by water look here.

You can find this look on Ipsy here, like it to help me win this month challenge!

If you are a member of Ipsy, what did you get?

What was your favorite item(s) this month?

If you are not already side up join me on ipsy and subscribe to the Glam Bag! You get 4-5 beauty products every month delivered to your door, for just $10. Michelle Phan curates the bags!

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Try this to help you orgianize your nail art tape!

2013-07-16T03:26:00.000-07:00

If you are like me to have a ton of nail art goodies and countless rolls of nail art tape.

I have them all packed away in draws but I have a few floating around that I use here and there. While using them I always end up putting the new and then used tape on the caps of my polish. I just cleaned off the tops of my polish bottles last week, I had tape on about 15 of them! I am now happy to say that that bad happy is done because a few weeks ago thanks for Lace and Lacquer for sharing a post on facebook of something she saw I make this!

Here is how I make this awesome thing!

You don't have to add the bit of tape but I thought it would be cute and it matches the pink and white theme of my office.

I put one of each color I had.

Let me know if you give it a try!

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New Polish- Tip Top Nails!

2013-07-15T03:55:00.000-07:00

I received some polish from Tip Top Nails South Africa just before my move to Arizona in April. They had messaged me on my fan page on Facebook a few weeks before my move and asked if I would like to try out their polish... I never turn down trying new polish!

A few weeks after the message I had a small box by my door from South Africa :) As soon as I brought the box in I could smell that something was not right though. Sadly, I was right, one of the bottles did not make it.

It looked like such a lovely silver too. I really didn't have time to play with the other colors other than to do a swatch. I just finished unpacking my office last week and my Tip Top nail polish was in the last box! I cleaned off my nails and did my favorite manicure, dots with dots.
You can find my tutorial for it here.

The blue is Astronaut, red is Pot-O-Berries and the pink (my favorite from the bunch) is Beauty and the Beach which was a duo with micro beads. They all have a very good coverage and the colors are great. The smell is a bit strong for me because I am pets but I really do love the polish other than that.
It is 4 free as the back of the bottle says and has vitamin e which is lovely.
It seems to be long lasting also, I had it on my nails for 5 days before a chip with a Rimmel top coat... that is a very long time for me since I work with my hands.
Over all, I dig it.

You can find more information on their site here- http://www.tiptopnails.co.za
And! you can shop here for the polish here- http://www.zando.co.za
And again their facebook is here- https://www.facebook.com/TipTopNailsSouthAfrica
Stop by their page and tell em I sent ya ;)

Have you tried Tip Top?
If so, how do you like it?

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Disclaimer- The polish was given to me to try. I was not paid nor do I get any kind of commission from them for this post.

Nails of the day- Inspired by Water!

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I bought all these goodies during Julep's online warehouse sale last month so I have a ton of new colors to play with!

I really wanted to try the "Rock Candy Nail Glaze" that was exclusive to Sephora for a few months and was very excited that I was able to get it in the warehouse sale for about 80% off!
For these nails I used Angelica that I am holding in pictures :)
Inspired by the lovely bottom left picture of fish shadow sculpture.

I was thinking of doing a tutorial using Coral from the set. Feel free to leave a comment below if you would like to see a tutorial for this design, with or without fish.

Let me know what you think :)

If you’re not a Maven, sign up here, take the style quiz, and use the code FREEBOX to get your intro box for free (plus $3.99 shipping)! You have until the 19th or so to be able to order the next coming box. There’s nothing to lose! If you don’t like what’s in the box, you also have until the 24th to skip or cancel if you don't want the box, and you won’t be charged a thing!

New Wantable Giveaway!

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Good luck!

Julep July 2013 Review!

2013-07-10T17:23:00.001-07:00

I got my box a little over a week ago but am just getting around to post about it... been too busy to play with my new goodies since I had friends and family over to the 4th.

Anyway, my Julep box came with a few surprises this month. The first being that my add on was in the box! I always thought it was a waste to break up an order for the packing materials and for the cost of shipping that may be eating away at a could be price drop/discount! A free goodie (which Julep is known to add in a box here and there) blotting papers, these came just in time for my road trip from Arizona to California to pick up my kid sister... 12 hours in a car while it was 119 degrees, I had some blotting to do.

The last surprise was how cute the boxes were! I saw on there facebook page that someone had made bookmarks with them. I have a few cute frame that I am going to put these in and hang it by my computer:)

I got the Modern Beauty box this month so I didn't get a polish in the box, I did get this beauty "Blakely" as my add on though. When I want both products I get the box with both and get the polish as an add on, it ends up saving me a few bucks for or Jules getting the products as a bundle.
I only used one coat of Blakely here, I was happy with the coverage. I added gold foil to the tips, you can see how I apply the foil here.

This is why I went with Modern Beauty... as soon as I saw this I had to try it! after using it a few times I don't know how I feel about it though. I tried it on dry hair and it was a no go, I tried it on towel dried hair and again no luck but then I tried with really wet hair and it worked! It seems for me I have to just brush my hair and spray it with nothing else in my hair and while wet. I was happy with how it looked and smelled but it does give your hair the feel of being at the beach. I'll play with it more and post pictures later, I need to play with it more.

Ah, the beach tonic. I was not crazy excited about it although I did want to try it. I sprayed it and I was very surprised at how much I liked it and how great a product it was. It was not oily after you rub it in, the scent is so light and lovely and it made my skin feel very nice. My fiance likes the smell of it too, it is always nice to have the person always by you like the way you smell. He is not a fan of it n him though. I have already used a good chunk of the stuff, I love it and will be getting more of the stuff.

Here is a better picture of the boxes, too cute!

The freebie of the box that isn't even a sample size! I always love the freebies they add. I do hope that I see these is their shop soon, they are always handy to have on hand. I also getting married soon so these would be nice to add to my bridal emergence kit.

Best thing about this box is I used my Jules so it didn't cost me anything this month!

If you got the box what colors did you get? What was your favorite thing in it?
I'd have to say I like the Toxic the best.

If you’re not a Maven, sign up here, take the style quiz, and use the code FREEBOX to get your intro box for free (plus $3.99 shipping)! You have until the 19th or so to be able to order the next coming box. There’s nothing to lose! If you don’t like what’s in the box, you also have until the 24th to skip if you don't want the box, and you won’t be charged a thing!

Also, check out my 4th of July nail look!

4th of July Nails!

2013-06-28T19:53:00.004-07:00

Getting ready for the 4th!

The goodies you will need.
Nail art tape.
Polishes-

Base (by Julep)

Red (Jackie by Julep)

White (French White Creme by Wet n' Wild)

Blue (Ally By Julep)

Glitter (America by Julep)

Red Nail Art (Be my Valentine by SinfulColors)
Top coat (Freedom)

Star stickers (bought at Target)

Red, clear or white and blue crystals (store in LA)

Dotting tool (Etsy)

When getting the star stickers make sure they fit you nail beds so you dont have to cut too much off.

After you apply your base apply white to you index and middle fingers, red to your thumb and blue to you ring finger.

Apple blue to 1/4 of your nail. You want the base of you nail to stay white for you stripes of the flag.

You can use tape to help keep the lines clean and to make this look neater.. or if you just need the help :)

Using your nail art red polish starting under the blue make your first red stripe.

Continue making stripes and made a few to your middle finger also.

When you are done with your stripes apply a few dots with your dotting tool to the blue on your index fingers for the stars of the flag. I like to put my polish I will be dipping in on a piece of tape for easy clean up.

Done, done and done! What a lovely flag you have!

Get your crystals ready and apply a small amount of clear polish on your tape.

Apply a small dot where each crystal is going to on nail with the clear polish and then apple the crystals.

The stars a pretty easy, just pick up and place.

I was going to only apply one but since my nails are pretty long right now I decided I wanted two!

If you have some hangover like I have here, don't worry just cut the extra off.

All better!

Apply your glitter starting at the base of your thumb. Try to keep the bigger chucks near your base so it looks like it is fading.

Apply your top coat and you are done!

If you like this look check out my other patriotic nails from earlier this month!

Thanks for stopping by and Happy 4th or Canada Day if you are near but not here!

You can find the Julep polish on their site. If you’re not a Maven, sign up here, take the style quiz, and use the code FREEBOX to get your intro box for free (plus $3.99 shipping)! You have until the 19th or so to be able to order the next coming box. There’s nothing to lose! If you don’t like what’s in the box, you also have until the 24th to skip if you don't want the box, and you won’t be charged a thing!

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Ipsy July 2013 Sneak Peeks and Spoilers! Updated!

2013-06-23T22:34:00.000-07:00

Updated!

The Glam Rooms have been open!

These are the goodies we will be getting, top row is what I will be getting...

Kinda bummed that I am not getting the Benefit tint but I am crossing my fingers I get the Coral Crush POP Beauty Pouty Pop Crayon since I would really like to try that color.

Update!

The first sneak peek as been emailed!

They always send out an email to inactive accounts in showing one of the goodies we will be getting I guess in hopes to being people in or back.

Here is the 1st sneak peek from July's bag!

I love Benefit Cosmetics so I am very happy to see this will be coming in our next bag. I was not a huge fan of this months bag so I am happy to see something I already like.

I will update with more sneak peeks and spoilers as they come so check back over the next couple weeks if you like spoilers!

From Ipsy's Facebook page!
JULY GLAM BAG SNEAK PEEK #6: Bonus! Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea! This summer will be sweeter with your July Glam Bag! http://mygl.am/July2013GlamBagSneakPeek6

Spoiler- It's a pretty pink vinyl makeup bag. I am pretty excited about this bag since I have a pink and white theme going on in my office!

JULY GLAM BAG SNEAK PEEK #5: Turn up the heat and top off your summer look with ONE of these sun-ready finds! http://mygl.am/July2013SneakPeek5

Spoiler- Looks to be this Microdermabrasion scrub and the Benefit gloss from the email but I am not sure what brand of polish or what the clear bottle is... yet.

JULY GLAM BAG SNEAK PEEK #4: ONE of these is yours for summer's salt air and beachy hair! http://www.ipsy.com/product/p-hionbgnwoi8rl8

Spoiler- Looks like more Sexy Hair and I am not mad at that! The spray looks likes it may be the "SOY RENEWAL BEACH SPRAY" but I am not sure that the tube/jar may be.

JULY GLAM BAG SNEAK PEEK #3: Have fun finding the perfect beach-look with this gorgeous combination of California colors! http://mygl.am/July2013GlamBagSneakPeek3

Spoiler- Comments on the facebook post are pointing fingers to BH Cosmetics California Collection Eyeshadow.

JULY GLAM BAG SNEAK PEEK #2: Sun or city, guard your skin from spots and wrinkles with this instant summer fave! http://mygl.am/July2013GlamBagSneakPeek2

Spoiler- Looks like it is coola matte finish sunscreen. Michelle Phan posted about it on instagram.

JULY GLAM BAG SNEAK PEEK #1: A pop of perfect color will be yours from sand to sundown.
http://mygl.am/July2013GlamBagSneakPeek1

Spoiler- Hopefully "Clinique Chubby Sticks"

but most likely Pouty Pop Crayon.

Check out what I got this month!

If you are not already side up join me on ipsy and subscribe to the Glam Bag! You get 4-5 beauty products every month delivered to your door, for just $10. Michelle Phan curates the bags!

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June 2013 Glam Bag!

2013-06-20T14:06:00.001-07:00

My lovely pink envelope came yesterday and I was so excite to see all the goodies I got. Sadly and for the first time, I am not a fan of anything from this bag. I did get the BaubleBar bonus bracelet that I am a huge fan of and have been wearing it since I pulled it out of the bag!

I got;

Starlooks Bare Lip Pencil- I am sure it is lovely and do plan of trying it or maybe just gifting it, I don't use lip liner and since it does seem nice I don't want it to go to waste.

NYX Creme Blush- I was hoping for the mosaic blush. Maybe I am just scared to try a creme blush, my sister said she has the same and has been using it for awhile. I will maybe try it or give it to her since she already likes it.

J.Cat Beauty Sparkling Cream Palette- I am going to be using this for Halloween or maybe crafts. It is not recommended to use on your eyes since it is loose glitter and can get in you eye... causing pain. I do not plan on using anywhere else on my body, like someone said on Ipsy's facebook I am not a kid or a stripper. I did try to put some on my hand and it was very hard to stick and didn't really stay in place until I put lotion on, I was hoping since it has an oil base it would stay on it's own.

Cailyn Cosmetics Line-Fix Gel Eyeliner with Brush Built-In- I got purple but I wear black, this is another goodie I won't be using until Halloween. I do love the brush and the liner seems very good but I just am not going to wear purple liner, it is just not me.

Chella Ivory Lace Highlighter Pencil- This one I think I do like and I think I will play with it although I rarely highlight now. I have been trying to give my brows some more love when I do my makeup so maybe this will help.

I think over all the bag is my favorite part of this month. Never upset that I get the bag though, I may try these things out and love them!

I was finding a new home for the goodies on my vanity and my little kitty Artemis thought she'd come and check out my work.. either that or she was planning to steal one of my makeup brushes again.

The blush got bubbly in the Arizona heat but thankfully the back tells me it is okay!

If you got this month's bag, what did you like best?

And if you are not already side up join me on ipsy and subscribe to the Glam Bag! You get 4-5 beauty products every month delivered to your door, for just $10. Michelle Phan curates the bags!

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Julep July Maven Box Sneak Peek!

2013-06-18T09:53:00.002-07:00

Updated- Julep posted this picture on their site!

Click here to see all about the new colors!
It is almost that time again when Julep opens its online doors to us Mavens and offers up a few new goodies and some new polish that we (almost) always need to say yes to!

I received an email today with this lovely picture in it.

This was also posted on there facebook page.

I checked out Julep's site and it sound good.
Cost is $23.00 but they have yet to list the discounted Maven price and looks to be about 3.5 oz.

What It Is: A blend of lightweight yet nourishing oils that moisturize, condition, and restore elasticity and suppleness to the body.
What It Does: Absorbs instantly and leaves a satin finish without a greasy residue. Treatment mist contains a blend of cotton seed oil, rich in cell nourishing vitamin E, and sunflower oil- for deep conditioning and softening of even the driest skin.
How To Use: Mist onto slightly damp skin. Massage in thoroughly. Use whenever and whenever skin feels dry. Can be used under lotion for more skin conditioning. Do not use on face.
Features & Benefits:

Cotton seed oil, rich in cell nourishing vitamin E
Sunflower oil deep conditions with linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid
Absorbs instantly, and leaves a satin finish- never a greasy residue
Lightly fragranced with a pleasant blend of citrus and floral notes
Fine mist spray provides an easy application
Does not contain parabens or sulfates

Ingredients: Cyclopentaxiloxane, Isopropyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dibutyl Adipate, Parfum/Fragrance, Isoeicosane, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol.

So it sounds lovely to me and I am excited, very happy it is a full size also. There have been a few things that were a little small to me in the past. I can't wait to see the colors of this month also, I wonder if they will do a 4th theme or something for it... maybe they will do a mystery box for the holiday.

Are you excited? What do you think the July colors and theme will be?

If you’re not a Maven, sign up here, take the style quiz, and use the code FREEBOX to get your intro box for free (plus $3.99 shipping)! You have until the 19th or so to be able to order the next coming box. There’s nothing to lose! If you don’t like what’s in the box, you also have until the 24th to skip if you don't want the box, and you won’t be charged a thing!

Also, check out my 4th of July nail look!

Also, follow me on bloglovin' to know when there are updates.

My first Conscious Box!

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I signed up a few weeks ago and just in time to still get the June box. I was so excited after reading other reviews on the boxes.

I had been stalking my tracking number and saw that it was deviered so I ran to get my my first box! I was so excited to see it and then so bummed once I opened it and saw that a few goodies had popped and glued everything together. Plus side, the box smelled yummy!

Everything was sticky and I had things to get done (had to go get a lemon tree!) so just set it aside and wash it off and update this post with more about what I got tomorrow.

I did have the 'Skout Organic Apple Cinnamon Trailbar' and it was pretty good, it taste like a dry apple pie.

~Conscious Box:
$19.95/month. A monthly delivery of pure and sustainable products that are handpicked from businesses that care for the planet. 50% OFF discount for any Conscious Box subscription Use code: DISCOVERNATURAL

Something Blue VoxBox has come!

2013-06-11T15:50:00.000-07:00

I joined Influenster a few weeks ago, I posted about it and this box before it came here.

Yesterday my first Voxbox came! It was much smaller then I though the box would be, I guess I had the Julep box in mind :p

Anyway, here are the goodies that came... and the ninja that have taken over my box!

The first thing I took out of the box was this Luster Now! whiting toothpaste. It also came with a booklet full of coupons :) I am going to start it tonight and will update with a review 6.14.13!

My Trio Rings sent a pamphlet. The rings look lovely but truth be told my ring is better and I don't think I would buy from them. This was a bridal box and I am engaged... with a ring already. I know some ladies get engaged without a ring or the ring comes later but there is no ring needed in my house and as I said in my last post, my wedding band and my fiance's ring are already taken care of also. As a goldsmith my review these rings as frozen spit as me and my old boss would call em. As I tell everyone, just go to a ma and pa store and get it done well and custom. Even on a budget a smaller store will be more than happy to help you and the chance of hand picking your own goodies goes up. If you have a small budge or just don't care this site will work for you but I would suggest to check out a few local small shops (not mall stores like Kay's it is the same as My Trio Rings) and do a little window shopping and ask a few questions, you may be surprised at what you can find :) Now, if I were to pick from their shop these two would be on my list. They are very cute and the prices are pretty good, quick and cheap jewelry just isn't for me. I don't mind a good deal but don't want cheap. Sadly, I am too picky so my fiance is too scared to get me jewelry. Anyway, they have good prices but scream cheap materials to me. I have nothing in front of me so this review is just off of their site and the pamphlet sent.

Kiss eyelashes sent two packs, one full and one very full! As I posted before I thought they would be sending nail stickers due to the brand name posted on the site. I was excited for stickers but am happy with the lashes and have used them before. These are cute, look good on and easy to use. They also came with a coupon code. I think this is my favorite sample from the box. It came with more then one to pick from, discount, and instructions. Everything I need to pick what one I like and to get more. I will post a picture soon of them on.

I have been working out and my aches and pains have gone up! Next time I over do it... I will give this guy a shot and post how it went.

Q-tips! They sent the precision tip ones and I am so thankful! I have a ton of the regular tip ones and always forget to grab these although they have been on my metal list for ever! These are great for cleaning up my nails and make up under my eyes. These bad boys will be going in my bride's box for sure.

Dr. Scholls for Her Ball of Foot slips. I have been using Dr. Scholls for years, working years in retail they have saved me from a ton of pain. I also have tiny feet for being 5'7" (5.5-6) and they always are a great fit for my shoes. Love em and would by them again, these will be added to my brides box for my special day also.

So that was the Something Blue box. If you got it want did you like best? Anything you are going to be more of?

This box was sent free to me for review.

If you're a member are you getting a VoxBox this coming month?
What are you getting?!
If not join me on Influenster to see if you qualify for a free VoxBox!
Send me a message on facebook with your email and I will send you an invite.

You can also see my full monthly subscription box list here

and just discounts list here!

Easy Patriotic Nails!

2013-06-07T16:32:00.002-07:00

The 4th of July is just around the corner so I am starting in on the fun with my nails!

The goodies you will need.
Nail art tape.
Polish- Red (Jackie) White (Bunny) Blue (Ally) Glitter (America)
Star glitter (Used stars from America by Julep)
Top coat (Freedom)
Dotting tool

Apply Jackie (red) to your index finger, Bunny (white) to middle and pinky fingers, Ally (blue) to thumb and ring fingers.
Apply a light coat of America (glitter polish) to your thumb starting at your base and ending in the middle, apply the same glitter over the white on your middle finger.
Apply a single star to the base of your ring finger, I fished out stars from America.
For the pinky nail

Stripe your nails with your tape, you may need more or less stripes than me depending on the size of your nail.

Apply Jackie (red) to your nail over the tape and let dry for a minute or two. Take the tape off and you have red and white stripes!
Apply your top coat and you are done!

Enjoy!

Check out my other 4th of July inspired nails!

Like it? pin it!

If you’re not a Maven, sign up here, take the style quiz, and use the code FREEBOX to get your intro box for free (plus $3.99 shipping)! You have until the 19th or so to be able to order the next coming box. There’s nothing to lose! If you don’t like what’s in the box, you also have until the 24th to skip if you don't want the box, and you won’t be charged a thing!

Also, follow me on bloglovin' to know when there are updates.

Ipsy GlamBag June 2013 Sneak Peek with Spoilers! Updated!

2013-06-06T21:00:00.000-07:00

Update! 6.20.13
I got my bag, see what I got here!

Updated! 6.12.13
This was emailed to me just now!

Updated!

The bags are soon to come and the sneak peeks are still coming.

Sneak peek 1.

They opened up a few spots for June subscriptions and this picture was posted last month.

Sneak peek 2.

This is an official Ipsy spoiler, featuring blushes and bronzers.I am very excited for

Here are the most likely goodies that these sneak peek are. The top right is Mosaic Powder Blush in Silk, top left is Powder Blush in Sand, and bottom is Rouge Cream Blush in Red Cheeks.

Update: Ipsy confirmed that the blushes will be full-sized in an email for past members, and that we will have five items in each bag this month.

Sneak peak 3.
Lip liner!

Ipsy posted about it on their site so it looks like it is Starlooks! The shades look to be Tickle Me Pink, Tipsy, and Bare.

Sneak peek 4.
Another official Ipsy sneak peek posted to facebook with the caption "The sun won't be the only thing sparkling this summer!"

This is listed under "Body Glitter" on Ipsy's website, but it is listed under eyes on the brands site.
J.Cat Sparkling Cream Palettes.

Sneak peek 5.
Rawr.
This was posted on Ipsy's Facebook page. So it looked like we'd get a leopard print bag.

And then this sneak peek was posted so that would be a yes!

Sneak peek 6.

Again posted on their facebook, the open was is clearly Cailyn Linefix Gel Eyeliner in Purple.

The other maybes...

I am not sure what the white bottle or the pink.ish tube of "glue is, I am thinking maybe lashes with the glue?

So that is that, I will update if I see more!
I am very excited though, this looks like a good back though I don't think it will beat last months bag :)

If you are getting the June bag what are you most excited about?

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Something Blue VoxBox soon to come... Updated!

2013-05-30T23:31:00.001-07:00

Update!
It came! Read my new post here!

Update!
I joined Influenster.com a couple weeks ago after someone posted about a box they had received in a facebook group and have been playing around with it ever since.
I received an email about a week ago saying that I qualify for the June "Sunkissed VoxBox" and to fill out my shipping address and a short survey and that they will be emailing me soon after. Today, I got an email from them saying...

"Hi Elaine,
Thank you for taking the "Sunkissed VoxBox" survey, but boy, do we have a surprise for you! Your responses indicated that you're a match made in heaven for the "Something Blue VoxBox"!

Wedding season is upon us and we want to send our best wishes to the bride, the bridesmaids, and the guests, too! A member of Influenster Nation AND a member of the wedding? It's meant to be and we want to show our love with the "Something Blue VoxBox."

This box is all about getting from the altar to the reception without a hitch....but we won't give any more clues, because your VoxBox is already on its way!"

And this badge popped up under my badges!

I was so excited when I saw the email and even more excited when the cheat sheet under the information about my soon to be box.

These lovely brands will be in the free VoxBox that I would be getting in 1-2 weeks!

I have not used the Kiss Nail Dress stickers but saw them at Target and they are cute. I love anything that has to do my nails, very excited to see what design comes! Update- Looks like they are eyelashes and not nail related!

I already use Dr. Scholl's and have been for years, whatever comes from them I know I will love. Update- Ball of foot slips will be coming, have yet to see anything other.

I have not used or heard of Luster NOW but I have never tried any teeth whiting products, I am surprisingly excited for this also though. I think I am excited for it because all the past brides I have known have had their teeth whited, it seems to be on the bride's check/to do list. I haven't felt like a bride yet but thinking about it helps me realizes that I am a bride. Update- Looks like a full size sample of toothpaste.

I wasn't sure what the brand My Trio Rings was and after looking it up and don't know what to expect, I can't see them sending out free diamonds or gold! I am a jewelry designer/goldsmith so I am a bit of a jewelry snob but I am very intrigued, who would say no to free jewelry?! Update- Looks like we will be getting a pamphlet... not sure how are are expected to review it or if their is a discount offered with. I have yet to see anything other then that posted for My Trio Rings. I have this sweet engagement ring, already have my wedding band designed that an old co-worker/friend will be making for me in a few months & I have already taken care of my fiance's ring. If we need to buy to actually review it is not going to happen from me, it is not needed and their rings are clearly not my style.

Again, I have not tried or heard of the product Urgent Rx but after looking it up I am excited to try it, it seems to have good reviews. I am crossing my fingers I get to try the allergies packet since I do suffer from many allergies. If is works for me I can see this going in my bride's kit. Update- I have seen only headache, they may be sending them out random but again I have only seen headache ones from the boxes. I am still crossing my fingers this stuff works, it would be handy to have on hand for my big day.

Q-Tip! I have been using Q-Tip brand stuff since before I can remember. I do not know what Q-Tip goodie will be sent in a bridal box but it will be very welcome! Update- Q-tips will becoming! I have a few boxes since we buy in bulk but these come in the handy travel size so I toss it in my purse.

Update- I heard they send the boxes in waves so there may be differences in the boxes, these are updates from the first few people that have posted about their boxes.

Anyway, very excited to get the box and see the goodies inside. This will be my first VoxBox which is given out to bloggers manly for reviews of the products. I will post a review here the goodies as soon as I get my box and link reviews on my profile.

You can also see my full monthly subscription box list here

and just discounts list here!

Update!
It came! Read my new post here!

Update!

Looking for a fun Memorial Day recipes and snacks?

2013-05-27T15:04:00.000-07:00

Before I start with the treats this Memorial day I am thinking of my grandad who started as an Irish immigrant and died a proud American.

Holding my ma in '55!

I am doing something very easy but cute today since and I just barbequing with just my fiance today.
I am a huge watermelon fan and he loves blueberries so this plate is perfect for us and that watermelon will be so good after I am done with my ribs!

Check out these other fun Memorial Day goodies!

How about cupcakes by Recipebyphotos

Fourth of July cake from The Secret Life of a Chef's Wife

A Clear Cocktail to Show Off Your Red, White, and Blue from Yum Sugar

Double Dip Sugar Cookies

Double Dipped Sugar Cookies from Recipe Gold Mine

Double Dip Sugar Cookies

What are you coking today?

Happy Memorial Day all!

Subscription Box Discounts List

2013-05-25T16:11:00.000-07:00

This list will be updated on my new blog from now on (7.21.13) feel free to stop by for all the new goodies added!

I made a whole list of all the subscriptions I've found and since that list is getting pretty big I decide to make a cheat sheet with the promo codes and discounts offered, I know when I am trying something out for the first time I always like to see if I can get it a little cheaper just in case I do not like it. I am still updating the list and will continue to do so as I find more.

You can find my whole list that I update a couple times a month with new boxes, discounts, more information & taking off the boxes no longer around here.

Beauty Boxes:
~Birchbox:
$10/month. Receive 4-6 hand-picked beauty and lifestyle samples, delivered to your door each month. You can review the samples you receive on a monthly basis to earn points in their shop. Use code “RTR10″ to save $10 on your $35 purchase. Or “20foryou” to save 20% of your purchase of $50+.

~Julep Maven:
$19.99/month. Each box will feature over $40 worth of never-before-released polishes, cutting edge treatments and cult favorites, including at least two seasonal and style-specific nail colors. (You can see my Julep reviews here) Use code “FREEBOX” to get your first box for $.01.

Fashion / Lifestyle:

~PopSugar Must Have Box:
$35/month. PopSugar editors curate an exciting monthly box full of fun must-have picks across fashion, beauty, home decor, fitness, and more delivered right to your door. The monthly box targets women ages 18-40 and features full-size products and premium items including tried-and-true classics, celebrity favorites, and brands consumers have yet to discover. Products included are worth over $100. Use code “REFERFRIENDS” to save $5 off your first box or “INSIDER” to get your first month free on a six month subscription.

~Twistband Club
$10/month. Offers 3,6 and 12 month subscriptions. Each box will contain a mix of Twistband products that will equal a $12-$16 value. You will always get hair ties, but they also may include headbands, shoelaces or fun new products they introduce. Use code PRETTYNEW to get free shipping when you sign up.

~Bleu Box

$24.99-$49.99/month. Pick between a silver ($50 value) and gold ($100 value) box. Monthly jewelry and accessories subscription box. Members also receive a 10% discount off of everything in store during the duration of their subscription. They also have a Try Me box and a Canada box for $30. Can be canceled at anytime with an email. $5-$10 off first box no code needed!

Miscellaneous:
~Le Parcel:
$15/month. Each Parcel comes with a selection of 30 pads / tampons of the brand(s) of your choice, chocolate and a special gift. You can even pick when the box arrives every month. Use code"FAMILYDBD" for 35% off your order.

Babies / Moms:
~Bluum:
$14.90/month. A hand picked-selection of essential products for you and your baby. Memberships also include an annual subscription to Family Fun or Parents magazine. Try code “PLFVIP” to save 50% on your first box.

Kids:
~BabbaBox:
$29.99/month. A subscription box delivered monthly with ALL the physical materials plus know-how content to really engage with your kids. Each month features a new theme-based box filled with activities, knowledge, and experiences that encompass all the ways kids love to learn! Use code “WNL50″ to save 50% off your first box.
~Kiwi Crate:
$19.95/month. Crates are designed around fun themes and filled with all of the materials and inspiration for hands-on projects for kids ages 3-7. Explore with arts & crafts, science activities, imaginative play, and more. Use code “GIFT” to save $5 off new gift subscriptions.

~Green Kid Crafts:
$19.50/month. Every Discovery Box comes with 3 exciting projects designed to build creativity, boost confidence and engage children with nature. Use code “BLOGGY” to save 15% off your entire subscription.

~Little Passports:
$11.95/month. Little Passports offers a U.S. and a World subscription that allow your child to follow Sam and Sofia on their exciting adventures around the USA and the world. Little Passports inspire a love and understanding of the world as your child learns about a geography, history, culture, and language in a fun and memorable way. Try code “JUNE10″ to save 10% off your order.

Fitness:
~Bulu Box:
$10/month. 4 to 5 nutritional supplements from top brands. Includes a new mix of products for both men and women, including vitamins, supplements, sports nutrition, meal replacement, diet, energy, protein, detox, digestion, sexual health, herbs, natural remedies, endurance and more. Use code “FIT411″ to get your first box free.

~Kona Kase:
$15/month. Kona Kase is a subscription service delivering premium endurance nutrition samples right to your doorstep, monthly. Each Kase has an assortment of premium endurance nutrition samples from gels to bars to liquids and more. Each Kase aims to help you fuel peak performance. Use code “KKDEC” to save 50% off your first Kase.

Kid’s Clothing:
~Wittlebee:
$39.99/month. A customized monthly box of children’s clothing based on your personal preferences in gender, color, sizes and geographic location. Box includes six items and has a retail value of $100 or more. Use code “BLUUM” to save $15 on your first box.

Food / Snacks:
~Graze:
$5/week. Once a week you will receive healthy custom picked box for you with your taste in mind.
Get your first box free with invite code "GLGGC3V" and if you stick with it till fifth box you'll get that one free too. *This box is new and is invite only. My invite code may not be active right now if they are full.
~Chef's Box:
Foodie Pages offers a delicious food box subscription service, delivered to Canadian customers monthly and curated by a different top Canadian chef each month. Use code “CHEFSBOX10” to save $10 on your first box.
~Nature Box:
$19.95/month. A monthly box which includes a selection of five full-sized packages of nutritionist-approved snacks that taste great. Use code “FB50″ to save 50% off your first box.

~Love With Food:
$12/month. Love With Food is dedicated to helping you discover great food for a great cause. Every month, Love With Food Box members receive a curated box filled with 8+ unique gourmet food items. Each box brings new delights, with bites that vary based on seasonal themes. Use code "FUNNYFACECRAN" to get your first box free.

Pets:

~Spoiled Rotten Box:

$24.99/month. A monthly gift club for loving pet parents. Every month, your pet (dog or cat) will be sent a box of amazing hand-picked treats, toys and accessories. Every box is stuffed full with $40 worth of products for only $24.99 a month. Use code “SRB9″ to save $5 off your first box.
~Bugsy’s Box:
$29/month. Each Bugsy’s Box includes 5 to 7 items which are a variety of high quality, hand picked, well reviewed dog treats, toys, care items, healthy supplements, accessories and more surprises such as coupons which are often included as a bonus. Use code “ADDICTION” to save 30% off your first month.

Crafts / Hobby:

~Mystery Tackle Box:
$15/month. Mystery Tackle Box is a monthly subscription service that introduces both beginner and expert anglers to new fishing lures and tackle. In addition to receiving fishing lures, you will also receive a “bait card” that will explain a little more about each bait you receive. Use code “GET499″ to save $10 on any box.
Eco Friendly:
~Conscious Box:
$19.95/month. A monthly delivery of pure and sustainable products that are handpicked from businesses that care for the planet. 50% OFF discount for any Conscious Box subscription Use code: DISCOVERNATURAL
Adult:
~The Fantasy Box
$34-$159. An adult box. Every Fantasy Box will contain products directly related to the fantasy you're going to be playing out. The products are high-quality, full-sized, carefully selected, and vetted. They will include everything from lingerie and toys, to novelties and everyday items you may have never expected. Use my code VRYENCH to get 20% off your first box!

Disclosure: Some of these links are affiliate links, meaning I will get credit / freebies for your purchase. I’d love if you used my links to buy so I can do more tutorials and reviews!

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Blog Challenge- Favorite quote and why I love it.

2013-05-24T13:52:00.001-07:00

Day 4

Favorite quote and why I love it.

Facebook says my favorite quote is;

Some people are like slinkies, they don't have a purpose, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down the stairs!

I think that is funny but I don't thank that is my favorite... I think "Dance like no one is looking" is a good one, it's kinda a be yourself quote.
I even have a cute necklace with the quote.

Do you have a favorite?

If you want to join check out this blog here for the list!

Blog Challenge- Things that make you uncomfortable

2013-05-23T17:01:00.000-07:00

Day 3

Things that make me uncomfortable.

Not many things make me uncomfortable but being around children does. It is not the kids but more the parents. My mom has a minpin named Irwin, we call his tail his butt stick. One day a friend who I have known for years came to visit. She had her kids with her and someone call Irwin's tail a butt stick and she lost it, she was actually yelling at us. I guess butt was fine but butt stick wasn't... Since that I just don't care to be around kids, I don't have any and may never even have some of my own so I will just stay away so I do not offend.

Also, people arguing in public is something that makes me want to run and hide. If I can avoid it I will try to give the people some space or privacy so they can deal with whatever is going on. Truth be told I just think those people are rude, wait until you are at home. It will give you time to think and deal with it or to give you try to think of something really good to win the argument, waiting also makes you not look like an ass.

That I think is it, just people and their drama.

What about you?

If you want to join check out this blog here for the list!

Wantable box 3 month giveaway!

2013-05-23T12:55:00.001-07:00

I have been wanting to try Wantable Makeup box.. and the jewelry box for a while but my current subscriptions are more then enough and I am happy with them all so I don't want to cancel one to try a new and then I saw that they are having a giveaway, you can win up to 3 months it looks likes :)

I thought I'd share so enter here!

If you get the box, how do you like it?

It is a must have?
Ends 6.25.13

Blog Challenge-Something you know a lot about or are good at

2013-05-22T20:03:00.002-07:00

Day 2

Something I know a lot about or are good at.

I am the queen of useless knowledge and facts, my catchphrase is 'did you know'... I am also obsessed with the history of everything. One history teacher in middle school hated me because I would correct him or add to what he was saying... and this was before the internet.

Going with the useless knowledge, my brother and I also like to play "20 questions" with a twist. We pick a theme usually with a famous or historical people being the target but sometimes go with events or other, one person thinks of something and you have 20 questions to pick who or what it is. People have tired to play with us but they aren't very good, my brother and I are very alike so thinking about I guess that is kinda cheating.

Oh well!

What are you good at?

If you want to join check out this blog here for the list!

Cranberry Applesauce Muffins Recipe

2013-05-22T16:02:00.000-07:00

I don't know what has changed in me but after years of hating cranberries I have become obsessed with them in the past few months.

I had a ton of dried berries so I made a batch of these to have in the mornings.

They are so good!

Recipe makes 12 muffins.

What you need:

1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a muffin pan, or use paper liners.
In a small bowl, mix together applesauce, oil and egg. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Make a well in the center, and pour in egg mixture. Stir until just moistened. Fold in cranberries and pecans. Spoon into muffin cups, 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 2 minutes before removing.

Enjoy!

Blog Challenge- The story of my life in 250 words or so.

2013-05-21T16:51:00.000-07:00

I've been doing this blog for about a year but haven't added too much of myself into it.

I've seen people doing the blog challenges and decided to join in on the fun after seeing it on Julie Ann Art.

I am a little late in my start so I am just going to start and see where it goes :)

Day 1

The story of my life in 250 words or so.

I was born on January the 28th in 1986, the same day and hour the spaces shuttle Challenger was destroyed. My second grade teacher was also Christa McAuliffe's (the teacher on board) college roommate and long time friend. I grew up in the in Long Beach CA with my mom and 3 (later 4) siblings.

(Little brother Greg, ME, little sister Jesse, cousin Larry & older brother Teddy in '95)

(Xena who came much later in our family is my youngest sister. Xena and I in '98)
There was rarely a dull moment, I loved how if someone was playing freeze tag or having a water fight in the street the whole block joined.

(Few of us kids on Earl St in Long Beach having a water fight)

My mom didn't have that much money so we always had to be creative with things for fun and with our food. We had a lot of rice and mulligan stew growing up. My favorite of foods growing up was our "ghetto tacos" & I still love it... my fiance is not a fan though.

(Canned roast beef and cheese on a flour tortilla pan fried in butter!)
Anyway, there were good times and bad times and I had to grow up kind of fast. Problems at home caused me to move out when I was 15. I did a few internships and got a job as a teen to pay for a private school to make sure I finished on time. Luckily, I my last internship hired me on full time just before I was done with high school. My mom got sick and made a few changes in her life when I was 18 so we patched things up and I moved back home for a while, things had turned up.

(This is me from an ad for the shop I worked at!)
I loved my job, it was so neat to go into work and just make things all day. The shop I worked at for a while moved to finer things and I even got to play with gold and sale some of my own designs in my own case! I got a cute studio in the same building I worked at and I started to date a guy Rob when I was 23.

(Loved the adorable kitchen in my studio!)
Shortly after started dating we moved in together! I was working crazy hours and my Rob had to drive pretty far for work, we spent very little time together so we decided that we should move closer to his work. I said goodbye to the job I had for 8 years and we left lovely Long Beach for Santa Ana... that was not a good move.

(Me and my Rob)
We moved to Aliso Viejo after a year with one of Rob's friends and that didn't go well so after another year he moved out and another moved in and it was a much better fit. My cousin also moved in since there was an extra room for the last few months we were there before we left California and moved to Arizona last month!
Just before leaving we also became engaged!

Check out our beautiful ring here!

(Sister kitties Athena, Artemis and our pup Sid)

Rob and I also have a few cute critters that we share our lives with.

So that is that and here I am.
Starting to plan my wedding and enjoying life.
There is much more to come for me.

If you want to join check out this blog here for the list!