Masterning the Art of Makeup - Doris Lew

Meet Doris Lew    
Read about her here : Masterning the Art of Makeup - Doris Lew 

   Some of her work. Great Halloween inspired looks!

                                                                

                                                    

Re-posting a Blog -Going dowm memory lane

A blogger Buddie spoke of re-posting her blogs from when she first began blogging. I did just that by hitting the ol' archives. Just to see how my blogging world started. It was actually September 29, 2010. Reading my early blogs brought back memories;some fun and some not so fun. It's interesting how I could go back in time and see what I was thinking,doing -who "I" was at the time and who I was with. It mentions my ex,Tito. We broke up September 9,2011. It's been over a year and I am OK with it-who wants to date when you have blogging, job searching and  a 13 year old daughter to keep you company.

There's just too much going on to even think about getting into another relationship -There's....

 The Rachel Rose Boutique 
 J.R. Watkins
Julia's Bracelet Campaign for her 8th Grade East Coast Trip
Younique Make-up By Rachel In San Diego

Plus,I'm too invested in Rob Pattinson & Kristen Stewarts relationship to find one myself! 

Here is my very first post:
Note: I didn't even download a picture! Times have change!

How I started going to yard sales :September 29,2010
It began several years ago when I took my boyfriend Tito to work one morning. It was bright and early as we drove to the golf course. We are definitely not"morning people" or this super power couple energized by Starbucks .Neither of us said much as silence shouted in the the cold November air. Thoughts in my head whispered " Who gets up at the crack of dawn on a Saturday"!? Once Tito exited the truck , I slid my junk in the trunk to the drivers side and headed home. Little did I know, one sign would change my Saturday mornings for years to come. It wasn't a spiritual awakening with angels singing & harps playing in the background. Yet, a synergy of sorts. There displayed so proudly stood a YARD Sale sign. I followed the arrow leading me "right" to the house. I was amazed by the gently worn designer labels and "still" in the  package items .I wondered why would this perfectly sane woman was selling unopened, new & up to date items. Being an ex Home Depot employee, there wasn't much I haven't seen or heard, so I asked. She explained how she changed her mind during a redecorating extravaganza, therefore displayed before my eager eyes was the extra. Luckily I had grabbed my wallet before leaving  the house a made my first purchase. The rest, as they say is history. It's going on four years now. I wanted to start blogging about my adventures, show pictures & give tips on finding the "wow" factor. You will be amazed how a simple wow at a yard sale can set the pace for your everyday life. Aren't we all just wanting to be wowed in all factors of our lives?   

Update: Tito's Mother and I still yard sale every Saturday morning.It's our girl time. We have noticed a trend in the past few years, more families are yard sailing to make ends meet .

Here's to more blogging and living large with my Julia Rose

                         Well, not really large, I am working on the living large part! hee hee

Momma Rachel 

Julia Rose 

Natural Stone Beads Bracelet made from Carnelian.

My favorite item @ Rachel Rose Jewelry Boutique

Do you know how in marketing things are pictured and/or displayed in such a way,that when you actually see it in person-your disappointed? When I saw and read the following,I knew this item was for me!

The Savanna stretch bracelet is made up of natural stone beads made from carnelian. The bracelet is then accented with a dangling antique brass coin charm set upon natural wooden beads. It easily stands on its own, but also looks very chic when layered with other bracelets. You'll like it just as much with jeans as you will with your fanciest dress on a Saturday night. 
Item # MIT4009

I have to say,I was not disappointed. You can dress it up or down. It actually goes with everything!

See my pictures below....

It retails for $28.00 -If you in box me rachel.lunagirl@hotmail.com I will send you a link for a discount price for being a Blogger Buddie.Put Savannah bracelet on memo. 

Rachel's Junk in the Trunk: Younique

Rachel's Junk in the Trunk: Younique: Become a Younique Presenter! Are you looking for a rewarding job that allows you the flexibility to set your own hours, get generous roya...

"Younique is a brand new non-traditional direct sales company.  It proudly breaks that mold and has created a business model that is truly unique in so many ways. Using the programs and tools that they have developed, the all-too-common home party is no longer necessary! The products and business opportunity will essentially sell themselves as you successfully tap into the social media resources you already have avoiding the high-pressure sales approach. Allowing the use of Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and other online social media to do the work for you, it makes running your own successful business so simple. Being social, smart, and successful has reached new heights. The sky is the limit, and they want you to succeed and reach your full potential.

 Celebrate your "Younique-ness" with their exclusive products that are beautifully packaged.  You can do them yourself because they are all-inclusive, unique, fun and easy to use. Younique teaches the simplicity of beauty secrets by walking you through each process simply and thoroughly in the comfort of your own home. Their beauty and fashion products enhance your "Younique-ness"."

Younique executive staff:

•       Derek Maxfield Founder and CEO of Younique
•       Melanie Huscroft CO- Founder of Younique

For only $99.00, here is what was included in the Presenter's kit:

• 250 business cards -you pick the color. 
•    100 product cards (that highlight the products and have my bio and picture on the other side)
•    My ‘white’ status charm
•    My Presenter’s Guide (which explains the Commissions Program and the Virtual Parties)
•    3 darling purple Younique branded Bling pens.
•    You essentially get 25% discount on the products because you make your own commissions when you pay full price.  

Rachel Lloyd -Sponser
Click here to sign up Younique or email me with any questions: rachel.lunagirl@hotmail.com 

Outspoken and Overdressed: Halloween at Disneyland

I paid a visit to one of my favorite Blog Buddies :

                           THE FASHION FAIRY 

Outspoken and Overdressed: Halloween at Disneyland: Top: Banana Republic, Jacket: Topshop, Pants: BDG, Boots: Stuart Weitzman, Bag: Forever21, Rings: David Yurman, BP, Ariell...

 I don't think I ever looked this stylish while visiting Mickey! Looks amazing! 

Creating a Mobile Office

Finding it harder and harder to stay disciplined in a home office environment -I have moved in at the local library. Well not in a squatter sort of way-more of a utilizing the facilities sort of way. 

Everything,minus the lap top- was purchased @ local yard sales. 
                              ALL FOR UNDER $5.00!!!

              

   From left to right, a small sewing box for the button rings I am currently making. The middle tote acts as a purse/office supply storage & the avocado green vintage bag holds my lap top. 

                                               

I use a shawl to cover the contents of my purse (to hide how messy things can get)-I think I am a closet/purse pack rat. The first step is admitting it, right? 
Do you see the little "people" on my bag. It's actually a hair clip -thought it would bring a little character to the bag. 
There you have it, a mobile office for those days you need to get away from the home office. 

Achievable Fashion

Most people channel surf. I happen to blog surf. This is how I happened upon Achievable Fashion. First off ,I love the mascot girl .She is just too cute! How many of us can say we have a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear?Sounds so familiar. It's similar to when one of the kids opens the fridge and yells" Mom,there's nothing to eat!"Am I right? -Well Achievable Fashion caught my eye and interest.

Karyn,the owner of Achievable Fashion confesses she is not a fashionista. Secondly, confesses she is not a writer. She's was just too busy of a mom who got sick of having  a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear. Her fashion journey began when she set out to rid herself of that dreadful closet full of clothes and nothing to wear – well then out came Achievable Fashion  book.

Which is great for us !

   If you  (click here) - check out a sample of the book. I love when authors give a sneak peak of their work.To me, that tells you it has to be good! There's  so many great ideas! I am sure we all need to "vamp" our wardrobes. Let me know what you think of the site!

How to Make a Button Ring

Have you heard of a Button Ring ?

                                                           

At a recent visit to Rancho San Diego's Farmer's Market I met Angie of Treasures in Bloom.

I went searching for a hands on video -found one!

Fashion Fairy: Bubblegum Alley

Any idea what this is?

While visiting The Fashion Fairy  blog, this picture caught my eye. Then I realized it was a wall of bubble gum!

Fashion Fairy: Bubblegum Alley: Top: American Apparel, Pants: H&M, Sandals: Merona, Target, and Necklace: Brass Plum, Nordstrom.





Meet Erin Edwards - Fashion Fairy Blog Fashionista



Cute Idea for Storing Earrings

Isn't this a cute idea? Now why didn't think of that!

www.rachelrose.kitsylane.com

Source: thelook.today.msnbc.msn.com via Kitsy on Pinterest

Julia Doodling

I feel ashamed to admit, I never really knew my Julia (13) could draw. Is that horrible? I found her drawing on a little note card.Which she was actually going to throw away!

She explained she was only doodling?
I told her  per Wikipedia :

Doodle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DoodleShare

A doodle is an unfocused drawing made while a person's attention is otherwise occupied. Doodles are simple drawings that can have concrete representational meaning or may just be abstract shapes.

She just rolled her eyes and said Oh Momma!

Immediately I went into Momma Mode & showed 

her what I could do over at Be Funky

                          Her reaction: Oh Cool!

                         Yeah I am cool again! Yeah Me!

Mannequin Mania

I have this fondness for Mannequins.

 I love being able to dress them up. 

                                                                                 

          From Megan with just the right hat .....

                                                                             
           To The Mod Podge Mannequin Mandy Project

Before 

After 

From "I'll have what she is wearing "

Madame Gres

This number was purchased @ a yard sale for 50 cents 

                                                            

2013 Hillsdale Middle School -Boston,New York &Washington,D.C. Trip

Meet Julia Rose Gonzalez (13)  of Hillsdale Middle School -El Cajon,CA who created Julia G Designs (she made her own logo above).

As her Mother, I am so proud of her! She's amazing, not only smart,loving,giving and creative-she has a good heart.

 For a fundraiser - Julia is planning on making 1,000 Friendship  Bracelets in the next coming months to raise money for her "8th Grade Boston,New York & Washington, D.C.Trip".

The trip is slated for March 23- 30,2013 and being offered by Apple Tours   

The amount to attend the trip is more than 2 months wages for her  unemployed single parent Mother.

The material was purchased at local San Diego yard sales and will be made with love.This venture will be a great business lesson for Julia  giving  her the responsibility of  being an entrepreneurial in todays market.  

A $2.00 donation would be wonderful.

Here is a sneak peak : 

Note: There will be various colors & styles 

Here is the donation button.
We thank you for your support!

$2.00 Donation  = A Friendship Bracelet
Over $5.00 Donation = A Friendship Bracelet & Personalized  Postcard from her trip.
Over $20.00 Donation = Julia & I will have a family meeting-we didn't think that far out! hee hee!
Thank you!Thank you!

 

Choker Necklace on Lamp Shade

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Saving 4 Six 

                                                                             

To My Think Tank Thursday Friends   & Saving 4 Six Friends  

I was so excited to find a choker necklace at a yard sale for 25 cents. I never tried it on -well it didn't fit.It felt as if the necklace was "choking"me. Go figure. Julia (13) didn't  like it so I decided to decorate my lampshade. It looks really cute! 

Here's the tight little 25 cents choker. I decided not to model the necklace in fear of losing some readers with my bad hair day.and the all natural look was really not working for me today. 

Pretty right? Excuse the mood lighting. It was a late night picture. 

My new Choker Lamp