Today’s lovely {diy} is so fun and so easy!  All you need is some white nail polish, and red Sharpie, and a clear topcoat.  This is indeed as easy as you think.  All you do is paint the white base and let dry completely.  Then take your red Sharpie and carefully tap the tip to create evenly spaced rows of dots.  I staggered the dots to make the look more uniform.  Then let them dry for about 15 minutes before applying your clear top coat.  That’s it!  Happy painting! ♥RobbieLee

I love a good bargain, but sometimes it can get me into trouble.  I bought this cute little summer dress from Target for $3, and didn’t try it on before the purchase.  I knew better, but did it anyway.  When I got home and tried it on, it fit great everywhere, but in the shoulders.  I’ve never had this problem before, so I chalked it up to a manufacturing error (smile).  After debating on whether or not to donate it, I decided to try and fix it.  Glad I did too!  Below is a mini tutorial on how I fixed my mini problem.  Maybe it will help you if you find yourself in a similar situation.

Before…

Tools: Scrap fabric, thread, sewing machine, scissors, and a straight-edge.

Measure the thickness of your straps and add about 1/2 in. sewing allowance and cut your strap pieces.

Fold your fabric strip in half (wrong side out), and sew along the open edge.  Repeat for both straps.

Then flip each strip right-side out.  You may have to use tweezers or a safety pin to help, depending on the thickness of your strap.

Cut as close to the sewn joint on each side as possible.  Toss the little scrap.

Now you’re ready to sew all of your pieces together.  Be sure to sew the seem-side down (where it will be hidden).  Sew each end to the ends on your cut strap and repeat on the other side.

Your finished piece should look something like this!  Yay!

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I created these outfits with mom and daughter in mind, as well as a couple of other things.  I wanted it to be a one-stop shop for each of you and be fairly inexpensive too!  All of the items for you can be found at Forever21 and the things for your daughter can be found at GapKids.  Easy, right?!

Here’s the lineup:
1. Puffy Sleeve Cardigan
2. Prong Studs
3. Triple Bead Strand Necklace
4. Shimmer Ballet Flats
5. Strapless Dress
6. Polka Dot Tights
7. Hooded Zip Sweater
8. Sequin Party Dress
9. Glitter Headband
10. Metallic Flats

I’ve been trying to get these waves for so long and it never seemed to work for me.  I always figured that my hair was too short or too long and that’s why it never worked.  Well, now I’m thinking that I just wasn’t getting clear directions.  Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere posted an easy-to-follow tutorial on how to get these natural looking beachy waves.  Check out her Blog for more great tips and tricks!  Thanks Emily!

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