tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14628757158355298432024-02-20T00:42:14.937-05:00Lily AtlanticLily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-70177105675505528632012-09-21T04:04:00.000-04:002012-09-21T04:04:00.240-04:00DIY- Hollywood Regency Greyhound<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As I have previously said, I am in love with anything Hollywood Regency style. I first spotted a ceramic greyhound on a blog a few months ago and I was in love. So naturally, I scoured the internet looking for one for my home. I came across a few but they were way out of my budget. Last month, I went to Tuesday Morning and found a greyhound in their garden department, he definitely wasn't the right color but he most certainly had potential. For $35 dollars he went home with me, for a glamor treatment was in his immediate future.</div>
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He was just dying to be something more glamorous than this!</div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"> First thing I did was sand him down. Diva Darling keep telling me he was starting to look more like a giraffe than a greyhound. </span></div>
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After sanding him down, I gave him a few coats of primer. Some of the staining kept showing through so I had to make sure I had him good and primed. After that I used a high gloss white and gave him a few coats. </div>
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Here he is in all his glory, looking on guard and very regal next to my bar cart. He is kind of a mobile greyhound, as he has graced my fireplace, buffet and front door. This was a super simple and affordable way to add some Hollywood Regency style to my home. What do you think? I also love that he is virtually indestructible (resin, you are my friend) with my little Diva Darling around. </div>
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Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-58754145515117418252012-09-20T11:29:00.000-04:002012-09-20T11:29:53.764-04:00Hollywood Regency Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Hollywood Regency is one of my new lust after styles. I love how elegant the furnishing and home accessories look in a modern home. Gilded etageres and tufted furniture are probably my favorites. I am really careful not to invest in uber trendy pieces of furniture or clothing since my budget doesn't allow for new purchases when the trends change. I have incorporated a few Hollywood Regency inspired pieces to my home that make it feel modern and not stuck in another time period...a bar cart, glassware, and accessory pieces. Friday I will show you what Hollywood Regency inspired DIY I tackled over the weekend.</span></div>
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Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-37059947543057423502012-09-17T07:32:00.000-04:002012-09-17T07:32:46.791-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Fall is in the air! The mornings have been quite cool (for me anyways) and the evening have been very nice. The last few weeks have been sooo busy around our house. I was finally able to spend some time at home this week and completed so many projects. I was able to catch up on my magazine reading and I even had time for a fall manicure.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I have added a few new pieces to my etsy shop. I love the feel and look of this acrylic bracelet. It has a mixture of greys, browns and maybe even a hint of blue. You can find it <span style="color: #ea9999;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/109219535/chunky-acrylic-plastic-link-bracelet-in" target="_blank">here</a></span>.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The end of Summer just wouldn't be complete around our house without a blue crab fest. There is nothing like sitting for a few hours with friends and family, cracking crab and enjoying every ones company. You can purchase crab either steamed or live in whatever quantity you choose. Typically in the past we have always had our crab prepared and steamed before we pick it up. This year, we decided to purchase live crab and steam them ourselves and the results were amazing. Here is a super simple way to steam your own crab.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We purchased a bushel and this is how they will come. They are usually cold so the crab will actually appear as if they are dead. Do not cook the dead ones! The cold kind of makes them lethargic and they won't move very much until they warm up a bit. Just tap them with your tongs and they will start to move.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Fill your pot with equal part of vinegar and water. Make sure your steamer basket does not touch the liquid.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Now, for us this was a team effort. Hubby grabbed the crab out of the basket and I was in charge of holding the lid down on the pot. ***Note, they will become much more sprightly after they have begun to warm up. We may have had some that tried to make a break for it off the deck. But have no fear, once you get a system down the process goes much smoother.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Put as many as will fit in the pot once you put the lid on. Between each layer of crab we added the Old Bay. You can add as much or as little as you like....we prefer our to be completely doused.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> The amount that will fit will depend on the size of your pot and the size of your crab.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Steam the crab for approx 20-25 minutes and they will be ready to enjoy. We steamed our whole bushel in about 2 hours. Your neighbors will be able to smell your yummy delicious crab about 4 blocks away!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">A few weeks ago we were vacationing at the beach, enjoying the sun, sand and surf. The time seems to pass so quickly and before you know it, you are heading back home and wishing you could have stayed for just one more day. As our family grows, it seems like we are carrying arms loads of stuff out on to the beach....chairs, umbrella, towels, bags, toys and a cooler. It seemed to be so much more simpler when it was just the hubby and I. Here are a few items that I had in my beach tote and a few that I am totally crushing over! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Sorry, I have been a little MIA as of late. We have been so busy! We've gone camping, fishing, a trip to NYC, and the beach...so it has been a little crazy around here and my blogging and DIY projects have gone by the wayside. So, I am back! Refreshed and ready....can you believe how fast the summer has gone by? School is starting soon which can only mean one thing.....Christmas is just around the corner!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Here's a few snapshots from our trip to the beach. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect beach day.....sunny and mid 80's. We stayed at this lovely mid century modern hotel on the beach. This hotel was super swanky with a wonderful owner who treated us like we were more than just guests. I can't wait to go back and visit again soon.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Diva Darling in appropriate beach attire....Hello Kitty bikini! The sand was soooo soft and I just couldn't help but run the sand through my fingers and toes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Here's a photo hubby snapped of me....he could have at least told me my bra strap was showing!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Perfect pedi for the beach....Turquoise and Caicos from </span><a href="http://www.essie.com/shop/turquoise-caicos-p-347.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Essie</span></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">.</span></div>
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<span id="goog_2062126251"></span><span id="goog_2062126252" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I just couldn't get enough of the views. I think I took a million photos of the beach grass and surrounding scenery. Our visit was so short, and as soon as we left we were wishing we had stayed just a day more. This is definitely a must do vacation for our family each summer. I hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-14875182318334249332012-07-24T08:56:00.000-04:002012-07-24T08:56:12.598-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">It has been a busy couple of weeks around our home. Summer is in full swing and vacations are in the air. Posting has been a little sporadic as of late....we've been camping, to the beach and NYC, the zoo and a maraud of other places. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Last weekend a couple of my girlfriends and I headed to New York City for a day of shopping and entertainment. We spent a good deal of time in the garment district oohing and aahing over the vast selection of fabric and trimming. Then we headed towards Times Square since it was so close. Now, I have been to New York City before, but for some reason never in Times Square. There were so many people and other less than exciting things....next visit I will be skipping this major tourist trap. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We decided to see the Terracotta Warriors at Discovery Times Square and it was absolutely fascinating. It was so amazing to see things that were made so long ago....soooo glad I was able to see this exhibit before it ends. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Here are a few snap shots.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I am a Project Runway geek. Here is a photo of where they film the show.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Many, many, many people around Times Square.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> Drawing from the Terracotta Warriors Exhibit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Terracotta Warrior.....they had a few different ones and it was just amazing to see how intricate and detailed they were. By far, my favorite stop while we were in NYC. I took way too many photos!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We will be traveling again later this week, so I won't be posting until next week. I hope everyone has a wonderful week!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-25248230585781918632012-07-09T14:39:00.000-04:002012-07-09T14:39:53.753-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We had such a wonderful weekend, and I hope all of you did as well. We enjoyed lovely fireworks, weather and food. Over the weekend I did a little shopping by myself since it was over 100 degrees here and just too hot to take little ones out. In the picture above, I found this unique cocktail fork set made of some type of horn and made in Spain. It fit into a little space on my bar cart perfectly!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">At a little furniture and home accessory consignment store, I found this inlaid Italian handmade checkerboard. It has some of the most beautiful color wood inlay that I have seen in a long time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">It has has these little slide out compartments to store the checker pieces, and folds up into about the size of a cigar box. This unique item was only $18.95, and I can't wait to find the perfect place to display it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Over the past week I decided that I NEEDED to have a campaign style chest. I have seen many fabulously redone campaign dressers and other furniture pieces on pinterest. I initially was looking for a dresser, but I found this one at the Goodwill, and I think it will provide so much extra storage that I need in my office. It's a little rough on the top and it is missing one of the corner brackets, but she has soooo much potential and I can't wait to make her beautiful again. I'll post an update when I am done refinishing it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">After researching campaign furniture on the Internet, I came to the conclusion that it may be very expensive to acquire. I couldn't believe that on my very first weekend of looking for one of these pieces, that I was able to score one at the Goodwill for only $9.97! Crazy awesome deal....I almost couldn't contain my excitement.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">What July 4th weekend would be complete without gorging on some yummy and festive cookies! Let me know what you did over the weekend and any ideas that you might have for paint colors for my new campaign chest. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-72810528858250625682012-07-04T05:20:00.000-04:002012-07-04T05:20:00.688-04:00Happy 4th of July<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-1728292282663360102012-07-03T13:27:00.000-04:002012-07-03T13:27:53.453-04:00DIY- Patriotic Nails<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I can't believe the 4th of July is already tomorrow....and we are already half way through the year! The year has just flown by so fast. Since I lack really any patriotic clothing I created this simple nail design for the upcoming holiday. Keep reading to see how I achieved this look. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Red Polish- OPI Ali's Big Break</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Blue Polish- Orly Witch's Blue</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">First, paint nails the red color of your choice. I did 2 coats.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Tear a piece of scotch tape off and stick it on the back of your hand a few times so it is not so sticky...it'll pull up your base coat if it is too sticky. Then place at an angle.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">When the blue coat is dry, carefully peel back the scotch tape. This is what you should have so far.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">On a piece of plastic or paper plate, make a small pool of white nail polish. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Using a dotter, dip into white nail polish and create little dots of the blue portion of your nail.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-8929474146554939132012-06-29T05:29:00.000-04:002012-07-09T08:29:04.212-04:00DIY- Thread Wrapped Bangle Patriotic<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The 4th of July is undoubtably one of my favorite holidays...although I lack anything patriotic to wear. Last weekend I spent most of Saturday afternoon looking for some inspiration, but I really didn't seem to find just what I was looking for. As I was purusing the internet, my little Diva Darling was playing in my craft stash...with my bangles and thread....and then it hit me! Why not combine the two of them and see what happens. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The bangle was only .25 from a yard sale, and I purchased the pack of craft thread for about $3 from a craft store. Here is how I created bangle.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">First, I placed a small amount of glue on the inside to hold the thread and then began wrapping. Once I was finished with a color, I placed another small amount of glue and then trimmed with a pair of scissors.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> Once done with one color just continue on with the next using the same method as above.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This is your final product. Here is the break down of the times I wrapped each color in case you want to replicate this pattern. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">* The amount of wraps may vary depending on the size of your bangle.*</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Leave it to my little Diva Darling to spark a little creativity into me. This is perfect for adding just a touch of patriotism to an outfit without being too themed. Wear it alone or add a few extra bracelets for a little arm party. Let me know if you try this, I would love to see what other kinds of patterns you come up with. Have a great weekend!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Linking up over at </span><a href="http://www.happyhourprojects.com/2012/06/happy-hour-friday-0629.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-size: xx-small;">Happy Hour Projects</span></a></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, <a href="http://diyshowoff.com/2012/07/01/diy-project-parade-diy-highlights-2/" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">DIY Showoff</span></a>, <a href="http://lilyatlantic.blogspot.com/2012/06/diy-thread-wrapped-bangle-patriotic.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">Tatertots and Jello</span></a>, <a href="http://honeywerehome.blogspot.com/2012/07/4th-of-july-link-party.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">Honey We're Home</span></a>, <a href="http://www.thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2012/07/july-before-and-after-party.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">Thrify Decor Chick</span></a></span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-13287877059487227932012-06-27T05:06:00.000-04:002012-06-28T18:20:44.108-04:00Patriotic Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Fourth of July is only a week away...I can't believe we are already half way through the year. There are so many things that I love about the 4th....the food, weather, and fireworks. Here are a few things that I wouldn't mind wearing to a patriotic barbecue or parade. These images are also my inspiration for this weeks DIY. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-32846857101199099342012-06-25T10:31:00.000-04:002012-06-27T07:20:53.821-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This weekend I spent most of my time at home doing DIY projects and playing with Diva Darling. Lately, I have been having a creative DIY block and I did a lot of looking for inspirations over the weekend. Hubby bought my this lovely scented Bvlgari in Jasmine Noir. This smells so good without an overpowering floral smell. Here are a few highlights from my weekend. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We took Diva Darling out to lunch on Saturday and this is the book she received with her meal. For a moment I thought the yard sale gods were shining down on me, but we did not go to any yard sales this week....bummer!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I have somewhat of a tassel fetish lately. This one is filled with lavender and it just adds a touch of elegance to our room.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">My summer just wouldn't be complete without a pair of cut off shorts in my wardrobe.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">4th of July is coming up so quickly, and after it has passed it seems like summer pretty much disappears. Does it feel that way to anyone else? Here is a quick glimpse of supplies for my patriotic inspired DIY that I will post of Friday.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-14192879096387588032012-06-22T07:39:00.000-04:002012-07-09T08:27:27.035-04:00DIY- Chevron Spray Painted Vase<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I am always on the hunt for objects that can be transformed. A few weeks ago my hubby spotted this clear vase at a local thrift store. I was totally in love with the chevron pattern on it, but no so in love with the clearness. I knew I could make her beautiful. So, a simple and easy solution to update this gem was to spray paint it. This is super easy and took one afternoon to paint and I let it dry overnight to dry. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This is what it looked like the day we brought it home.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I just love the chevron pattern on this vase. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The spray paint I used was Valspar White in High Gloss.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> All finished. I think I did about 4 coats of paint.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> The white paint really brought out the chevron pattern.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I just love the finished product...just add a summer bouquet of flowers to the vase and your ready to go! This is probably one of the least expensive and easiest DIY's I have ever done. The vase was only $1 and I already had the spray paint from another project. Let me know what you think?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Linking up over at </span><a href="http://www.thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2012/07/july-before-and-after-party.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-size: xx-small;">Thrifty Decor Chick</span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-size: xx-small;"></span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-5806590170178371152012-06-18T08:44:00.001-04:002012-06-18T11:23:28.444-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Hopefully everyone had a wonderful Father's Day weekend! We had a great weekend and the weather was absolutely wonderful. While shopping for my husband I stumble upon some great sales at Bath and Body and Victoria's Secret. This is a great time of the year to stock up on some essential items. The rest of the weekend was spent at the flea market and a day of fishing at the lake. We just couldn't have ask for a better family weekend. Here is a collection of a few of my recent favorite finds. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Isn't this glamorous? I found this lovely mid century Queens Lusterware decanter and glass set at a flea market for only $6! I just love the show Mad Men and this reminds me so much of the glasses they feature on that show. They are going to be the perfect addition to my bar cart. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I love designer items and love to find them at a fraction of their original retail price. I found this Adam Lippes top at a local thrift store for only $2! Such a score.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Who doesn't love some Italian leather shoes? These Via Spiga heels are super cute and super comfy. I just love the suede leather and little heart design on the front. I can't wait to pair these with a cute top and jeans and head out for a night on the town with my hubby.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">♥ Jen</span> </div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-88966430000383630022012-06-15T04:36:00.000-04:002012-06-15T04:36:00.566-04:00DIY- Shrimp Ceviche<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I absolutely love shrimp ceviche. The flavors and colors are so refreshing for those hot summer days. All the ingredients for this dish were found at my local Friday farmers market. I've mastered the art of patience for this dish, as you have to let the flavors marinate in the fridge for the ultimate perfection. Make sure to use fresh shrimp instead on frozen as well as fresh vegetables. Follow </span><a href="http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/shrimp_ceviche/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">this recipe</span></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> and adjust to suit your taste.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-38654660382103678932012-06-08T04:46:00.000-04:002012-06-11T08:42:04.040-04:00DIY- Lanvin Inspired Long Petal Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This is the time of year that I love to incorporate florals into my wardrobe. I am also totally in love with peacock blue. Last month while looking for a Lanvin inspired DIY, I spotted this gorgeous long petal necklace on the Bergdorf Goodman website. The perfect combination of floral and peacock blue. So here is an encore Lanvin inspired necklace.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> I completed 5 of these for my necklace.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> Using scissors, cut many different petal shapes. It doesn't matter how they look at first...you will be stacking them to create flowers. I was a little scared about how it would turn out, but be creative, that is the point of it being an inspired necklace...it doesn't have to be identical. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> Take a lighter and burn around the edges. The longer you hold the lighter to the ribbon the more indents you can create. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Stack however many petal you would like and attach to your chain. I used the inspiration photo as my guide. Slide an eye pin through the petals and then attached it to my chain and pearl. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Continue until you have made all your petal and attached them to the chain and pearls. Add a clasp if you would like. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Voila! All done! I think this project cost a total of $3 for the ribbon and pearls, and I already had all the other supplies on hand. The inspiration necklace costs $795! So I think that this is a pretty easy and affordable way to add some floral to an outfit, and when it is out of style you can re purpose the materials and make something else glamorous!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Linking up over at Happy Hour Projects </span><a href="http://www.happyhourprojects.com/2012/06/happy-hour-friday-0608.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> and DIY Showoff </span><a href="http://diyshowoff.com/2012/06/10/diy-project-parade-46/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;">.</span></span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-20330911155079277622012-06-04T07:49:00.000-04:002012-06-04T07:49:19.126-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> What an absolutely gorgeous weekend it was here in the the Northeast. It was jut too beautiful outside to sit indoors this weekend so we headed out for some rest and relaxation at the river. Hubby decided that it was time for Diva Darling to go fishing for the very first time, so we headed down to the river. The water was so calm, and Diva Darling found some new treasures to bring home with her (clam shells). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Of course, before we went to the river we stopped at a few yard sales along the way. I was able to score some vintage treasures for our home. Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">These rocks and tree roots just looked so picturesque. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The most gorgeous fishing girl out that day! This is Diva Darling and the only fish we caught that day....this is fishing spot number 2.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> Aren't these stellar? I bought this set of 5 vintage cocktail glasses for only $1! They make a perfect addition to my bar cart.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I have been on the hunt for one of these vintage Polaroids for a few months. I realize you can just buy these on etsy or ebay, but it's the hunting for treasure that I really enjoy. I love to bring home a dusty vintage find and bring it back to life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I finally found this Sears Special Polaroid Land Camera buried in a box at a church yard sale. I love the rainbow stripe and its cool vintage charm. It's in absolutely perfect condition. This was a total score for for only .25! I am not sure if it works, but I got it as a decorator piece so it really doesn't matter. I thought about purchasing some film and seeing what kind of pictures it would take, but have you seen the price of Polaroid film these days? Yikes....way too expensive! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-81260545819476678922012-05-30T08:20:00.000-04:002012-06-05T18:53:35.147-04:00DIY- Pretzel Bites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I hope everyone had a wonderful Memorial Day. We hosted a barbecue at our home over the weekend and we enjoyed great food, friends and conversation. I found this pretzel bite recipe <a href="http://cookiesandcups.com/pretzel-hugs/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">here</span></a> and decided to tweak it a little to make it my own, and they were a HUGE hit at our party with not one being left at the end of the night. This is super easy snack that is perfect for any party.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Put in oven heated at 300 degrees for about 2 minutes. The cookies'n'cream kisses only need about 1 minute in the oven since they melt much faster than the milk chocolate kisses. I would recommend doing them in separate batches since the milk chocolate ones need to be in the oven for 2 minutes to really melt. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I have to say my favorite mix was the cookies'n'cream....which seemed to be every ones favorite too since they were the first to disappear. These little guys have the perfect mixture of salty and sweet! Let me know if you try these out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Linking up over at Happy Hour Projects </span><a href="http://www.happyhourprojects.com/2012/05/happy-hour-friday-0601.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> and Thrifty Decor Chick <a href="http://www.thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2012/06/june-before-and-after-party.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-11069708746466367052012-05-28T04:59:00.000-04:002012-05-28T04:59:00.627-04:00Memorial Day 2012<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-59455846233088376052012-05-21T06:59:00.002-04:002012-05-21T06:59:54.722-04:00Weekend in Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> It was such a beautiful weekend here in the Northeast. Estate sales and antiquing were the highlights of our weekend....so many vintage treasures came home with us, and I can't wait to show all of you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I absolutely love Spring....the weather is warm during the day and cool and night. And my favorite part of spring is the flowers! Flowers are coming up everywhere, and many of the trees are blossoming as well. Here are a few photos from the lovely display of nature that we have going on around our home.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">What did you do this weekend? Did you get out and enjoy the wonderful weather?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-27025553425027160072012-05-18T04:29:00.000-04:002012-06-05T18:40:21.408-04:00DIY- Lanvin Wood and Pearl Inspired Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">To kick off my designer DIY of the month is a Lanvin wood and pearl inspired necklace. All of the items needed for this project can be found inexpensively at your local hobby and craft store. The inspiration necklace costs $1,560!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Lanvin Wood and Pearl Mixed Necklace. Image </span><a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/p/Lanvin-Wood-Pearl-Mixed-Necklace-Necklaces/prod60320018/?ecid=BGCIFroogleFeed&003=5842946&010=Y0KND&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=prod60320018skuBROWN" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">via</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">6- Large Wooden Beads</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">3- Pearls (same size as small wooden beads)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">1- unique wooden bead (mine was 4 sided)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">3/8" Black Satin Ribbon</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">*** Make sure all beads, pearls and rondelles have large enough holes to string ribbon***</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Start adding beads to the ribbon, use inspiration photo for correct order and placement. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">And this is the completed necklace! I am very pleased with the end result and I think it came very close to the inspiration photo. Let me know if you try this, I would love to know how yours turned out!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Linking up over at </span><a href="http://diyshowoff.com/category/other/diy-project-parade/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">DIY Showoff</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> and </span><a href="http://www.thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2012/06/june-before-and-after-party.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Thrifty Decor Chick</span></a></span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-41232581140764265092012-05-16T05:21:00.000-04:002012-05-16T05:21:00.186-04:00Designer of the Month- Lanvin<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Lanvin Grecian </span><a href="http://www.matchesfashion.com/product/56177?qxjkl=tsid:30065|cat:Hy3bqNL2jtQ" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Dress</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, Lanvin Drop Strass </span><a href="http://www.lanvin.com/e-lanvin/US//women/jewelry/drop-strass-earrings.html?color=White&colorid=60&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-Ygl.eFnn3sLqqF72FEoWtg" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Earrings</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, Lanvin </span><a href="http://www.sereneorder.com/womens-c2/sunglasses-c85/lanvin-paris-sunglasses-oval-detail-in-black-p46736" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Sunnies</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, Lanvin Cordes & Diamants </span><a href="http://www.barneys.com/Lanvin%20-%20Cordes%20%26%20Diamants%20Long%20Necklace/00505014061356,default,pd.html?utm_source=GAN&utm_medium=Polyvore&utm_campaign=Primary" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Necklace</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, Lavin </span><a href="http://www.colette.fr/#/eshop/article/30885755/lanvin-clutch/99/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Clutch</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, Lanvin Chain </span><a href="http://www.forwardforward.com/fw/DisplayProduct.jsp?code=LANV-WL3&d=Womens&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-wANpZPXt2rNqCCnOl9A8aQ&medium=affiliate" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Bracelet</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">, Lanvin Leather Flower </span><a href="http://www.mytheresa.com/us_en/leather-flower-pump-with-ankle-strap.html?siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-B_iVeJ7if2huN1x1T21exA&quid=61058463421S1091658T&gkid=acx&utm_source=Affilate&utm_medium=INT&utm_campaign=2" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: xx-small;">Pump</span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">.</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">For the month of May the designer is Lanvin. Keep an eye out for Friday's post for this month's designer inspired DIY. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1462875715835529843.post-27770310655054469232012-05-11T04:39:00.000-04:002012-05-11T07:56:56.913-04:00DIY- Morse Code MOM necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> While watching the Today show earlier this week, I was inspired by The Omerta Collection by Anthony Dreyer. He has a collection of Morse code jewelry made of black diamonds and pearls. Sound expensive? Well, it is....the inspiration necklace retails for $495! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> So in honor of Mother's Day, I re-created his Morse code MOM necklace. This is super simple (and cheap) and most everyone probably has some of these items around the house. Keep reading to see how I did it.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">7- round black beads</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> First take a segment of craft wire and wrap around round nose pliers. This is what it should look like before you trim excess with side cutters.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This is your final product. Morse code for MOM!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I was able to create this necklace in about 15 minutes...so if you are in need of a last minute gift for your Mom this would be perfect.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Feeling inspired? Here are a few other sites where you can find some inspiration for other Morse code necklaces at Thanks, I made it <a href="http://www.thanksimadeitblog.com/2011/11/diy-morse-code-necklace.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">here</span></a>, or at Freckles in April <a href="http://www.frecklesinapril.com/2012/04/diy-morse-code-necklace.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">here</span></a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I hope everyone has a wonderful Mother's Day!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">♥ Jen</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Linking up over at </span><a href="http://www.happyhourprojects.com/2012/05/happy-hour-friday-0511.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Happy Hour Projects</span></a></span></div>Lily Atlantichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15499602682487932899noreply@blogger.com0