Create 365 - Crocodile Scarf

Ok..so I know I said I was going to give the yarn a break for a while, but my little one fell in love with this scarf ;)  It was a really fun project, and really quick to make!  You can find the pattern here.

Hugs and Smooches,
D

TLC for a Fair Complexion

Getting ready for the day!

Well friends, here I am in all my un-retouched glory.  I thought today I might share with you some of the things I (obsess over) use to take care of my complexion.

It's no secret that I am very fair.  I've spent most of my adult life protecting my skin from the sun, and I've learned that it has two settings..burnt and pale.  I prefer the latter, and it just so happens that it suits my love of vintage style ;)

For the most part, my skin has always been pretty cooperative, but I find now, as I'm in my late 30's, it's reached a point where it can become very dry if I don't take care of it.  So here is the system I'm currently using.

AM

• I wash my skin using a gentle cleanser (I like Clarins Cleansing Milk with Alpine Herbs)

• While skin is still damp, I apply Burts Bees Naturally Ageless Intensive Repair Serum (as you can see, I reallllyyy love natural products ;)  I let it soak in for about 5 minutes, and then I apply my moisturizer.

• My moisturizer can vary depending on how dry my skin is feeling, but my standby tends to be Cerave Moisturizing Day Cream with SPF 30

• After that, I apply concealer where needed and my make-up for the day!

PM

• Lately, for reasons I cannot quite figure out, I have been breaking out a little around my forhead and nose (SO unfair!  I'm not a teenager anymore, after all!)  So my evening routine currently consists of using all the products in Murad's Acne Complex Kit.  Technically, you're supposed to use it morning and evening, but I've found that while it does a wonder at keeping my skin nice and clear, it is VERY drying if I use it more than once a day.

 Once a week, just to combat the drying, I also use a  moisturizing mask like Burts Bees Intense Hydration Mask.

And that's it! 

I also have my very first appointment with a dermatologist next week to get a baseline for any skin cancer concerns (always a worry for fair skinned gals!) and to have them take a look at that pesky break out issue I mentioned earlier to make certain it's not an allergy related issue.

Do you have any favorite skin care products?  Do you use foundation (I typically avoid it in favor of BB creams because I find it too heavy, but I'd love to hear your input..especially if you have a good recommendation for fair skin!)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Create 365 - Decoupaged Dominos for New Spring Jewelry Line

A quick fun project!  I created a few domino pieces for a spring line of jewelry.  It will be very whimsical and light...I can't wait to get started!

Hugs and Smooches,
D

Create 365 Project Update

Soooo, I began this collar yesterday from the spring issue of Vogue Knitting.  I'm making it in a lovely kelly green (in honor of St. Patrick's day). 

Since I'm determined to work on creating something each day, I put the yarn, magazine and needles into my purse and brought it along with me for dinner with my family...and then proceeded to get totally distracted, lose track of where I was and mess up my pattern.  I had to unravel it all (cussing the whole time..well, my brand of cussing..which usually involves words like "holy peanuts!" and "son of a biscuit").  I think maybe I need to put the yarn down for a little bit and try a different project.  Though my sewing and jewelry making projects may not be as portable, they might be a welcome respite as they come a little easier to me.

Perhaps I'll start an embroidery project..that should travel fairly easily!

I'll keep you posted on my progress, and I will certainly be revisiting this collar because I'm totally head over heels for it ;)

Hugs and Smooches,
D

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D

Create 365 - Geek Chic Crochet Hat

FINALLY finished!  I have to confess, I do not like this hat anymore ;)  I tend to be a bit impatient and this pattern, while fairly simple, was very repetitive.  I think I'll probably take a break from crochet for a bit and perhaps do a little sewing.

Hugs and Smooches,
D

The Beacon - Sportsmanship

I'm sure many of you have seen this video making the rounds on facebook, but I was so moved by it I thought I would share it as a beacon post.  What a wonderful example of sportsmanship.  These kids should be very proud.  I know I'm proud of them!



Hugs and Smooches,
D