Sunday, February 12, 2012

My 25 Things

I recently saw a post about another bloggers "25 Things" and thought I should do the same. It's basically a list of random things about a person; likes, dislikes, and random facts. I thought this could be a fun way to get to know me a bit better.

1. I love Flamin' Hot Cheetos. These babies have gotten me through some tough times.

2. I have only dyed my hair twice. The first was self done red streaks (mistake). The second time was using colored shampoo (mistake). I have never dyed it since.

3. I watch Friends (the show) re-runs all the time. I also follow Grey's Anatomy, Cake Boss, Glee, and Face Off.

4. I am obsessed with Country music.

5. I have always thought it would be super cool to have shiny, blue skin. 

6. My favorite color is yellow but it changes pretty often. Past favorites: Red, Purple, Green.

7. I love thrift shopping and finding amazing treasures.

8. I am severely afraid of becoming a hoarder. I actually get anxious when I have too much stuff.

9. I will eat pretty much anything ... except Uni.

10. I am not a big fan of puppies. They are cute until they use you as a chew toy. 

11. I adore cats/kittens. I foster any time I can. My first foster kittens were adopted by my mom because I could not bear to part with them. 

12. I have a moderate case of road rage although I am a very cautious driver. I yell at people in my car when they are being stupid drivers. 

13. I would much prefer to have an intimate gathering of friends than go to a raging party. I actually usually get really bored at big parties.

14. I have a very small head and feet. I can shop in the children's section.

15. I am always cold.

16. I believe family is the most important thing, even if you don't like them. (not directed at anyone)

17. I studied abroad in Australia for 5 months and I want to go back as soon as possible.

18. There is no reason anyone should be limited to one best friend. I have several: Keely, Bonnie, Maya, Bri, and my Mom.

19. I binge read books. I especially love mystery/romance novels.

20. More often than not I have mismatched socks. Also they most often have holes (not because I cannot afford new socks, I just wear them out at an astonishing rate).

22. I have always been jealous of people who have freckles. 

23. I may be small, but I am pretty spunky. I am not afraid to tell people what I think.

24. My favorite flowers are white calla lilies and poppies. However, I think receiving flowers is embarrassing.

25. I am pretty sure I have met the man I want to spend the rest of my life with : )

Friday, February 10, 2012

Butterfly Card


I am going to a craft fair in March which includes a Card Swap so I have been working on my card making skills. This card was inspired by a conversation with a recruiter yesterday that went pretty well. I am sending her this card as a thanks. The butterfly stamps I bought a couple months ago and forgot about them. This card turned out so cute and I am really happy with it. I hope you love it too!

To make this card you need a bunch of tools, but it was pretty simple. The butterfly is embossed with silver sparkle powder over white ink. Each wavy stripe on the card was cut out with wavy scissors and then glued on top of each other. The ribbon was attached on top. The last detail was the pearl on top. I absolutely *love* pearls.