The Cure

I'm gonna go out on a limb and say, you're bored today.

I totally read your mind right? RIGHT?

Okay, so before I get my reality show on TLC, I'm going to show you how to make these (totally exciting, cure for boredom) washi tape wall stickers.

Because genius is my middle name. And so is the internet.

ONE: Lay 4 strips of washi tape on wax paper. TWO: Trace a circle on the tape. THREE: cut out your circle. 4: Peel off the tape and stick all over your walls.

Plus, these are removable! So if you just so happen to get bored...AGAIN, you can move these all around.

It's pretty entertaining, I'm sure!

PS: I got my washi tape at target. On aisle 27.

Adventures with Origami

 I can't even begin to tell you how many times I've tried origami. Seriously, without an Asian within 5 feet reach - it's nearly impossible. But I discovered something amazing...The Internet! Who knew there was so much origami info online? Well, everyone else. Now, it's like having your own Asian on hand! Woot!

I used this video for the instructions for these little fun little frocks. I was surprised how easy they were to make - my first one looked great! I can't wait to try other origami shapes....

(in other words, expect me to be mildly obsessed. Except, nothing is really mild for me, so you could just say wildly obsessed.)

Make your own: Ombre Shirt

 When I first saw a neon ombre shirt, I knew I had to make one. I can take neon in small doses, and ombre is just the way to do it! I wanted to do it relatively cheaply, so I picked up this shirt on sale at Target for $6 (Although, regular price is only $8!) And I will say that normally I don't wear v-necks, but I thought it worked for this. It made me feel a little weird, but hey. Let's call it expanding my horizons. An expansion of about 2 inches.

Anyhow, let's get on with it!

First gather these things, along with one cup of water. You also might want to use a different bottle than the one the Tumble Dye comes with - I found it didn't work so well. (And yes, Angela Merkel is really excited, Germany loves neon too!)

ONE: Spread out your shirt on the newspaper (you may want to layer a plastic bag under it, just in case there are any drips) 2: Begin spraying the shirt. You can start at the top or bottom. THREE: Add 1/2 - 1 tablespoon water to the dye. Shake it so it mixes. 4: Spray a little further down, about 3 inches. 5: Repeat steps 3 & 4 (as many times as you like). Let the shirt dry COMPLETELY. 6: Set the dye by drying the shirt in the dryer (you needed me to tell you this) for 20 minutes!

Oh, and if you happen to photograph your obmre adventure, maybe take a look at what's on the newspaper before hand. Just in case you happen to not notice the lady in a bikini cheering on your ombre adventures.

But, I really don't speak from personal experience.  Those hearts are really just there to show my love for neon. And my un-love for other things....(See above.)

Happy Neoning....if that is such a thing!
XOXO, Kryn

Inspiration Board

 I'm not talking virtual.

I actually made this back in January. Sheesh! So here I am, 7 months later telling you about it! Makes you wonder all the other stuff I've missed....

When we started getting The Wall Street Journal, I was pleased as punch to see that they had fashion and style articles, and they were actually good! I think those style columns might even be better than all the gossip in USA today. Maybe. Anyway, I began hoarding all the articles with pictures and informative articles so I could make my inspiration board.

To make this, I used poster board, modge podge, clear spray paint and a little scrap paper for the little birdie. I layered all the pictures with a coat of modge podge and slapped them on there. A few months later, I applied the spray paint to give it an even shine.

Now it sits in my room next to a stack of pillows, perfect for reading or journaling. One would think anyway, but I've never done it. During the school year, I put all my homework on there. It actually kept stuff in place! (duh! here I am again, arriving late at parties.)

(this board also keeps guests entertained. All 2 people that have been in my bedroom since January have been intrigued by The Tyranny of The Belt.)

What does your inspiration board look like? 

Xoxo, Kryn