A while back I was given my late grandmothers sewing machine and while it is difficult for me to even think of using it without her with me, I decided to give my first re-purpose DIY a go.
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Last minute shoppers, get out there. A few helpful tips, diy gifts and ideas can be found everywhere you look. For the jewelry lovers, I came across this amazing site with inexpensive hand-designed jewelry and a lifetime replacement gaurantee. WHAT?! Yes!! www.chloeandisabel.com has amazing pieces for all the jewelry lovers in your life. If you decide you'd like to make a purchase, shop boutique: "Rachel Rae". In need of other gift ideas, how about some diy love? A fellow blogger and wonderful friend at Zania.net provides some serious tips on how to get the most out of these last days before xmas, from LaurenConrad.com to a creative diy face scrub. Lovely! Check out her "holiday gift guide".
A little tip for the little ones in your life... I'm not big on Christmas shopping in stores, so this year I prepared my online list and have been crossing things off, paycheck by paycheck. Looking for that perfect toddler gift? I've found tons of educational options on Amazon and no need to fight in the stores for the top items. From VTech to Melissa and Doug, amazon has been my helpful companion this season. If you're a prime subscriber, you still have time to revieve items before Christmas day. My two year old is certainly set with melissa and doug puzzles, the learning journey puzzles, go go smart cars from VTech and some crayola starter kits that his grandma sent. All and all, amazon was perfect for us this year. I hope you find some helpful tips in this weeks holiday blog. May your holidays be merry and bright! xoxo It's time to search for gifts and/or make a gift. Today we decided to make a gift for grammy. My mother doesn't really like us to spend money on her, especially during the holidays... So what better gift than a diy decorated plate. My two year old had a blast painting this "dinosaur" onto this plate kit, purchased at Michaels craft store. I know what you're thinking... "A dinosaur?" that's what he continued to say as he painted, so I'm going with it. After some patience and allowing his creativity to flow this was the outcome. It's a cute and simple gift, as messy at it may seem. This little personalized gift cost us $4.99. I'm all for a great bargain and even more so when it's a gift. Really inexpensive and fun to do together. Hope you enjoy! xoxo 
toddler plate art - gift
 Seasons changing inspires my desire to design, my nails that is. As you may know, every week I change my nail design with a mini mani treat to myself. This week I decided a little penguin snowy paradise would be suitable for the beginning of December.
I love the way they look and found some ideas on pinterest but none to this extent. Rhinestones and glittery polish made my nails feel extra fun and wintery. I hope you like them. I did find a few pins that I will be trying out soon, from my favorite nail artist, Robin Moses. She's absolutely amazing with her designs always inspire me to try them out or to add a little spin to the my inner creative diva. Her techniques are easy to follow and her YouTube channel is PERFECTION! Check it out and keep an eye out for my next adventure, nail or otherwise! ~ Love! xox | Rachel RugamaI'm a Miami, FL native, Colorado transplant that has found love in the outdoors, pinterest, DIY nail art and my growing family. ArchivesJanuary 2014 Categories |
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