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Thanks Dr. King.!

2012-01-16T09:39:00.001-06:00

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for everything that he has done to help our country. He was such a powerful man and he made such a great difference in all of our lives. So today make sure you take the time out to simply say "thank you Dr. King," because today is not just another random day taken off from school.

Allow yourself and your children to watch this video, not only so they know how far we have come but also how far we have to go.

Celebrate Dr. King's life and accomplishments with your children today. Educate them by printing out fact sheets, coloring pages, or even watching video clips online.

Then ask them what Dr. King means to them.

Let's not let them forget.

"I have a dream." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

One of My Mini Creations - Dope Accessories

2011-12-20T01:17:00.000-06:00

Love at first sight....

DIY: T-Shirt Scarves - Dope Accessories.!

2011-12-19T15:23:00.006-06:00

So I was surfing the web and I found this cool do-it-yourself project that I wish I could take credit for but its only borrowed.!

Now on to the DIY Scarf Project::

You will need:

1. An old t-shirt

I've been told this will not work on 100% cotton shirts...you can take a risk if you like. ( I used a t-shirt that was 60% cotton and 40% polyester.)
Also the shirt should not have any seams on the side (it will not stretch out if it does).
Larger size shirts seem to work better. ( In case you want to double the scarf around your neck.)

2. Scissors

...Now onto the project...

1. Lay your shirt out on a flat surface.

2. Cut the hem off of the bottom of the shirt. (Put it aside because you will use it later.)

3. Now cut strips off of the shirt vertically that are about 1 to 1&1/2 inches wide all the way up to the armpit of the shirt.

4.Grab 3-4 strips of the shirt in both hands, and gently stretch them out. The strips will naturally curl.

5. Do this to all of the strips. ( Be sure to stretch them all to the same length.)

6. Take the hem that you set aside and use it to tie around all of the strips to keep them in place. ( I tied mines in a bow to make it pretty.)

All done.!

Get creative try draping them, combining colors, wrapping one end with access fabric, braiding the strips for a braided scarf, or even adding beads/pins.

Finished look:

This is would make a great Christmas gift and could cost nothing to you..!

I got a lot of compliments the day I wore mines out and about shopping.!

11-1-11 Ambition

2011-11-01T10:40:00.000-05:00

The time is now for Wale.

#EnoughSaid

& while you are still sitting there trying to get the message I am downloading #Ambition.

Fashionista on a Budget..!

2011-10-07T15:43:00.000-05:00

I know that everyone could afford to cut back on spending, especially now when gas prices are sky high along with everything else.! There are certain areas such as grocery, entertainment, and clothing where we could shop on a budget and no one would be to tell the difference.

Well I've always been able to find the best bargains on anything, especially clothing.! So here are a few ways to stay super cute for super cheap..!

1. Shop on the clearance rack.! -- You can always find cute items on the clearance rack. You just have to be willing to search hard & long, but rust me it pays off in the end.! Also 9 times out of 10 there's an extra percent off of clearance items. So you get the item at a reduced price and then an additional percentage is taken off at the register .

2. Don't be afraid to use coupons.! -- Coupons always come in handy.! I know, i know....i used to think coupons were just for grandmas too! After working in retail for years I've seen coupons cut totals in half! I myself have gotten coupons out of magazines and even gotten items for free. Whether its a shirt, panty, or pair of earrings...free is FREE.! So next time you're are flipping through the sales paper or the cashier hands you a coupon PUT IT TO USE.!

3. Sale your old clothes.! -- Yeah....that's right I said sale your clothes..! There are many places that buy gently used clothes. If you all are anything like me we all have that drawer, closet, or tub of clothes that we've either worn once and pushed it to the back or never even wore at all.! Stop letting these items waste away.! Quickly find a Plato's Closet or google a place near you that buys gently used clothing & get some extra cash quick.!

4. Shop at your local thrift store.! -- When I was younger I never wanted to get too close to a thrift store and now I die to get in them.! You can always shop for unique finds at a thrift store whether you are in search of clothing or jewelry.! Many people are rocking the antique/throwback look and a thrift store is a great place to find the original pieces. Even if you are a crafty person you can always buy a pair of jeans and put your own touch on them, whether its cutting them into shorts, bleaching, or adding jewels to them. (Also, don't be afraid to shop in the men's section ladies.!)

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Here are a few items that I picked up off the clearance rack.

(cute pink sandal paired with a pink top)

(same shoe pictured with a cute peek-a-boo shoulder tribal top)

(here are two simple tees that came from the boys section but would look super cute & comfortable with a pair of dark denim jeans -- a nice relaxed look)

I purchased all of these items plus a pair of pants (not pictured) all for $30 at Rue 21.! & I even got a coupon for my next purchase. =)

So remember ladies there's nothing wrong with shopping on budget. Be smart with your money.

The Start of My Earring Collection..!

2011-09-14T23:13:00.000-05:00

I've been super busy & I know that I've been promising these earrings forever but finally they are here..!

Tell me what you think.!

The start of #DopeAccessories ...I think so.!

Contact me for more info..!

Cute Ways to Store Jewelry & More in Dorms/Rooms...!

2011-09-14T23:04:00.001-05:00

Hello my luvs..! I've been really busy but I just want to share a youtube video that I posted. It has tips on how to make the most of your dorm space (or room) when it comes to organizing things..!

I'm still new to this youtube business so bare with me.! =X

Hope you enjoyed..!

Until next time... #ThatsMyTea

Happy Birthday to the King.!

2011-08-29T20:08:00.000-05:00

....the King of Pop that is..!

MJ would have turned 53 today...

RIP MJ

Beyonce is Pregnant.!!

2011-08-28T21:56:00.000-05:00

Finally Queen B is expecting a child with her long time husband Jay Z!

She announced it tonight on the MTV VMAs!

I am so happy for the two of them.! I hope she has a healthy baby girl ..or boy!

Unique Finds.!

2011-07-24T13:00:00.015-05:00

Are you unique.?

If you're anything like me you probably strive to be unique. Now days every looks and dresses the same. So in order to be like the ordinary Jane Doe I do A LOT of online shopping.

Lately I've been focusing on unique accessories because we all know an accessory can make or break an outfit. & it turns out that social networking sites, can be a great way to access unique finds. Take a look at a few of my finds on the internet...

First stop ... lets meet the owner of JaziThangs.!

My name is Jaz, I am the founder/owner of JaziThangs. I am 19 & a student of UNLV. JaziThangs started as a thought my junior year in high school, but it didn't become an actual brand or company until March 2011. The name JaziThangs comes from my name & the meaning of the word jazzy. I have a passion for accessories & was fed-up with getting pieces of out places like Forever21 & have 50 other people with the same pair on as myself. I hand-make every one of my pieces and try them out making sure they will not break in daily exercises. I do custom pieces as well using the contact box on my site. I make about 6 pieces of the same earring & once it hits 6 it's discontinued, unless it's just an all-time top-seller. I started with earrings and have recently added bracelets & rings, who knows what else JaziThangs might bring :D. Stay tuned & Always Keep it JAZI, Rock your style with CONFIDENCE!

...she has super cute pieces jewelry & i plan to place an order for a pair of her tuxedo earrings asap!

Click the links below to:

Check out JaziThangs Website!

Contact on Facebook.!

Go to Mobile Site.!
Purchase on Etsy.!

My next unique find was Sprinkle Me! Accessories..!

I’m a NY based Designer by the name of "Shanavia Sade," born in Brooklyn and raised on the South Side of Jamaica Queens most of my life.

Sprinkle Me! Is my cool collection of glamorous hair accessories all custom made by me. My line stands for a pretty finishing touch to anything a girl is wearing. I’ve been making accessories since high school & recently started selling items after graduating college in ‘07 with my degree in Fashion Design. I’ve also worked under lots of Designers in the tents every season at NY Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week for the past two years now & have also been featured in a international magazine, I Like My Style.

...I really love her creativity & as you all know I am obsessed w/Hello Kitty so I will be making that purchase soon along with a bow to add to my obsessive bow collection.!

Contact on Twitter & Facebook

For more pics check out her tumblr Blog.!

Serious inquiries can email Shanavia22@yahoo.com

My last but certainly not least unique find was on Ebay.!

---Yup thats right I said ebay.! I love ebay because there are lots of unique things that you can find...and as I searched aimlessly I came across super cool-unique jewelry. This is what you do...

1. Go to eBay.

2. In the search box type "vintage earring lot" or vintage jewelry.

3. Find something you adore. ( Something bold & brave.! )

4. Bid or buy!

Here are some cool jewels that I found while searching ebay...

Hope you've enjoyed 3 of my cool finds that I've shared with you & now you have every reason to be unique.! No excuses!
With the inspiration of these two ladies (& many others) I am super excited to launch my earring line this fall now more than ever.!

#ThatsMyTea.!

I do not own any of these pictures.

Amy Winehouse Found Dead.!

2011-07-23T12:52:00.002-05:00

Singer Amy Winehouse was found dead at her apartment in London on Saturday, the UK Press Association reported. She was 27.

...a lot of people can judge Amy Winehouse but she really had a problem... she had an addiction. That Rehab song was real life for her. Its sad that her life ended this way. Prayers for her family.

Lil Wayne is Sorry For the Wait.!

2011-07-14T15:09:00.000-05:00

Yesterday everyone's favorite rapper, Lil Wayne, took to twitter to let his fans know that he's sorry for the wait.!

As promised Wayne released a mixtape entitled Sorry 4 the Wait. On the mixtape he exclaims it's just something to hold his fans over until his album, Carter 4, drops August 29th after being pushed back many times.

LINK TO DOWNLOAD :: SORRY 4 THE WAIT

Enjoy.

BOLD or Bad.!?

2011-07-13T13:52:00.005-05:00

Recently as I did my weekly trend seeking, while browsing the internet, I ran across a new fad...what I like to call candy lips.!

Of course to some this may not be a new fad because back in the day you could catch artist like Lil Kim rocking a similar style heavy.

Now you can catch certain entertainment divas like Tae Heckard , Keyshia Dior, Amber Rose & Rihanna

rocking this stlye..

Keyshia Dior (pictured above in white lipstick) recently launched her own line of bold lip color.

I visited her website Ka'oir.

I must say afterwards I was very tempted to place an order. Not only does she have so many shades to choose from, but they all have very fun names as well.!

WANT THE LOOK?

But like many of you out there I was not sure what shade, if any, would look right with my skin tone. So to solve that problem I took to the web and stumbled across a website (which url i dont remember, sorry! ). It gave very good instructions on how at home beauty products could be made into lip color in order to test shades before you go out and buy them..... exciting right.!?

1. Gloss your lips with lip chap or very thin layer of lip gloss.

2. Find an eye shadow ( close to the lip shade you are dreaming of ).

3. Take a small eye shadow brush ( or your finger ) and apply a generous amount of shadow to your lips.

( Depending on what shade you are going for apply as much or as less that you would like. )

4.Take a lip gloss ( preferably the one with a brush ) and apply a thin layer of gloss on top of the eye shadow.

& now you have candy lips.!

(excuse my ratchetness it was an early morning project)

These are products of my result.! I have to say even having fair skin ( work with me now! ) it turned out fab.! I could see myself rocking candy lip colors, but just certain shades. Also depending where I'm wearing them to. You won't just catch me chilling on the couch watching tv with electric blue lips.! So.. I guess I'm off to buy my first official color lip stick... until next time luvs.!

#ThatsMyTea!

- Dope

Casey Anthony found Not Guilty.!?

2011-07-05T16:10:00.001-05:00

"A Florida jury has acquitted Casey Anthony of murdering her 2-year-old daughter Caylee.

Anthony, 25, showed no reaction when the jury's verdict was read Tuesday after more than 10 hours of deliberations. But she began to cry shortly after and hugged her attorney. She could have received a death sentence if she had been convicted of first-degree murder."

I, along with over half of America, was shocked to learn that Casey Anthony was found NOT GUILTY on 1st degree murder, manslaughter, & child abuse. I find this to be so unjust. I cannot fathom the fact that she has been found not guilty. Especially the reason being that they do not have enough evidence. Isn't the fact that she waited 31 days to even admit to anyone that her baby was missing enough evidence! Or should we take into consideration that also during those 31 days she partied hard, got tattoos, rented movies, etc. and lived her day to day life as if nothing was even wrong or out of the ordinary? That right there is enough evidence for me! Something is not right.

May God bless Caylee Anthony's soul.

Kelly Rowland Shows Up & Shows Out..!

2011-06-27T13:57:00.000-05:00

My favorite moment from the BET awards is when Kelly Rowland took the stage.

I had a feeling that she was going to show out, but not to that extent.!

Go Kelly.!

Dont Call it a Comeback..

2011-06-27T13:01:00.001-05:00

There should be no question if whether or not Chris Brown is back in the game.

Last night Chris took home five awards from the BET awards show.!

Chris took home awards for::

Best Male R&B Artist

Best Collaboration (Look At Me Now)

Video of the Year (Look At Me Now)

The Fandemonium Award

Coca Cola Viewers Choice Award

Chris really didn't give any detailed acceptance speech instead he commented, "Public-speaking is not my strong suit," and even though I love Chris I couldn't agree more.!

Congrats to Chris & all of his fans.

This has been a long road for him.

He deserves this.

Follow Chris on Twitter.!

Teen Mom Attempts Suicide.!

2011-06-26T12:18:00.000-05:00

Amber Portwood, MTV's 16 & Pregnant reality star, reportly has tried to end her own life.

Reports say that Amber was found in her Indiana home passed out, due to an overdose on pills, with a rope tied around her neck.

The day after the alleged suicide attempt, her off-and-on boyfriend and baby's father, Gary Shirley took to twitter and commented ....

Amber, 21, was only held for 72 hours in an Indiana hospital. Now she claims to have plans to go to rehab for anger and anxiety in the future.

Amber & Leah after she was released from the hospital.

Gary has custody of their two year old daughter and Amber is allowed to have a supervised visit once a week for two hours.

...And the Beat Goes On.!

2011-06-26T11:41:00.000-05:00

Yesterday marked the two year anniversary of Michael Jackson's death.

In honor of the King of Pop I'm sharing some of my favorite MJ songs.

My all time favorite, Human Nature.

Dirty Diana

The Way You Make Me Feel

You Rock My World

Butterflies

MJ was the greatest.

#RIPMJ

What are some of your favorite MJ songs.?

Police Arrest Young Man on Plane for Sagging.!

2011-06-19T14:46:00.002-05:00

"Deshon Marman, 20, a defensive player for the University of New Mexico and graduate of Lincoln High in San Francisco, was arrested and removed from US Airways flight 488 Wednesday after police said he ignored an airline employee's request to pull up sweatpants that exposed his underwear below the buttocks.

He was jailed for a day in San Mateo County on suspicion of trespassing, battery and resisting arrest before being released on $11,000 bail Thursday.

San Francisco police, who took Marman off the plane, said he had refused the pilot's orders and had taken 15 minutes to leave. His family disputed that, saying Marman had pulled up his pants after boarding the plane and thought the problem had been solved after a visit from the pilot."

This video really set me off. Kudos to the young man for remaining calm about the situation because if it was me I would have been pissed. This is a classic case of ego trips and people with the desire to have control. Once the young man sat down that should have been the end of the situation. This man was harrassed. & not to mention he originally boarded the plane to attend his childhood friend's funeral. This is just sad.

JoJo Covers Marvin's Room.!

2011-06-18T11:45:00.000-05:00

vs.

So of course I had to go & look up JoJo's cover on Marvin's Room that everyone was comparing to Teyana Taylor's.

...and I like it BUT not better than Teyana Taylor's version Her Room.! Sorry JoJo.!

But might I add I do like both of the girl versions better than Drake's original version.!

Teyana Taylor Covers Drake's Marvin's Room.!

2011-06-18T11:17:00.005-05:00

I was pleasantly surprised today when I logged onto twitter and saw Teyana Taylor trending.

I love me some T but when i clicked on the #TT I saw many people dissing her.!

I am shocked...partly because I've heard TT sing & she can blow.! She is also really sweet & down to earth.

Her remix to Drake's Marvin's Room, entitled Her Room, has many mixed reviews on twitter...some are calling it a "new summer anthem"...while other's claim R&B artist JoJo's remix to Marvins Room "sounds way better."

Watch it here::

OR:
Click the link to download mp3... http://omg.ly/g4EK .... HOT or NOT.?

I love it.! Its my new favorite song..!

CHRIS BROWN x JUSTIN BIEBER - Next To You Video Premier

2011-06-17T11:55:00.001-05:00

Chris Brown & Justin Bieber teams up to create a video to let the girls know that even when the world ends they will be standing "right next to you."

Check out the video premiere...

Even though I'm not really a fan of Justin Bieber, I think that this is a very cute video & I like the song too.!

What do you think.?

Happy BDay Tupac.!

2011-06-16T12:49:00.000-05:00

Happy BDay to the Late and Great 2 Pac!

Today he would of turned the big 40..!

So in memory of Pac here are a few of my favorite songs from him.!

#HBDPAC

Whats your all time favorite Tupac song.??

TuPac's Killer Steps Foward.?

2011-06-15T22:14:00.000-05:00

A man named Dexter Issac has contacted allstarhiphop.com and reportedly admitted to shooting Tupac Shakur.

...click here for direct link of the story & to read the statement...

What do you all think.? Is he telling the truth.?

I personally think he is on something very personal...!

#DoBetter

#RIP2Pac

Woman Uses Facebook to Hire a Hitman.!

2011-06-15T16:51:00.000-05:00

SMH...be careful what you put on facebook.!

Tsk tsk tsk.! Now she knew better than that..!

#DoBetter