Thursday, March 30, 2017

Winter or Spring? I'm not really sure!






Winter or Spring? I don't really know. I have found out over the years the "between seasons" are the hardest times to be fashionable. I know every morning I am running around trying to dress myself but always find myself asking the same question "is this okay for the season?" Truthfully, when the seasons are changing, I struggle with trying to figure out what to wear (and thats okay). I try and make my life easier with these 3 tips. And I hope it helps you too!

1. FIRST FIRST FIRST!!!! Look at the weather the night before to make sure the outfit you choose is appropriate for that day.

2. Plan ahead! I do this sometimes, but I am even guilty of not doing it. I try to have a little idea of what I am going to wear the next day, that way I am not in a rush in the morning. I also go on pinterest and look up a shirt or item I all ready have, and try to find the perfect outfit to go with that one item. (It helps a lot)

3. Always stay fashionable! I have always enjoyed dressing up my entire life, but the older I get the more I realize how important it is. Especially in my career as a designer. I know people wouldn't take me serious if I didn't dress up. I believe it makes a person feel more confident.  I am a strong believer in "dressing up makes for a productive day."

xoxo,

Skyler
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Monday, March 27, 2017

DIY Marble Easter Eggs




Step 1. Fill plastic container 3/4 full with room temperature water. I used a 28 oz container.
*If the water is too cold the polish will sink. Add a few drops of nail polish. The more drops of polish, the darker and more covered the egg will get.
Step 2. Lightly stir with stick to make a marble look in water.
Step 3. Dip the egg under the water and swirl. Wear rubber gloves. I learned the hard way. I will spare you a picture of my fingers after dipping a dozen eggs in water/blue nail polish! You could also try using small tongs to remove eggs.
Step 4. Dry the eggs. We have chickens so we have plenty of extra egg cartons laying around.
You could use any color combo of nail polish. I love how the indigo turned out. 
xoxo,
Skyler 
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Sunday, March 26, 2017

The 3 Easy-to-Grow-Herbs






Basil

With dozens of types to choose from, basil satisfies almost any palate. It's well-known as the main ingredient in pesto, but some varieties impart anise, lemon, mint, cinnamon, or clove flavors to foods. Selections that have purple foliage or attractive blooms are especially ornamental. Grow basil in full sun, tucking a few plants into flowerbeds or into container gardens.

Garlic


    Garlic's pungent bulbs have long been used for flavoring food and in medicines. It's even been grown with roses, where it reportedly repels aphids. Garlic grows in full sun or part shade. Plant cloves of garlic in late summer, and mulch over winter to harvest the following summer.


    Oregano

    The main herb in pizza and spaghetti sauce brings good looks to gardens, too. Varieties vary in flavor; Greek oregano is one of the most intense. Oregano bears white or mauve flowers in late summer. Grow it in well-drained soil in full sun. It also works well in container gardens.


    Happy Gardening

    xoxo, 
    Skyler 
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