bracelet DIY attempt

I say attempt because after a few hours of attempting to create a masterpiece, this is all I ended up with:

Pathetic, right? But hey, I like to share the good along with the bad. I mean, what I ended up with is not terrible because I will still integrate it into my wardrobe, but it's so simple that a newt (newt, really?) could do it. Apparently I do not possess the patience required for tedious beadwork and finery. I am not easily dissuaded, however, and I will attempt to create something utterly fabulous before we ring in 2012, as stated in my 12 Before 2012 list! You all have faith in me, right?

Remembering Elizabeth Taylor

The fashion world has lost an iconic figure today. I was shocked to hear about Elizabeth Taylor's passing. The essence of lady-like femininity and Hollywood glamour, she has served as an inspiration  for many generations. Her vivacious zest for life and unquestionable skill for acting, designing and activism has influenced everyone in some way. I remember doing a project about clothing and appearance from Ancient Egypt in grade 5, and using her role in Cleopatra as my influence. And of course, the smell of my mom's White Diamonds brings me back to my childhood. Even if she led a questionable lifestyle that you may not agree with, I think that we can stop to remember her extensive contributions to charities, culture, and the beauty and fashion world today. 

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I'm crying

image from Kirschwasser via

I think I jinxed Spring. I take back all I said yesterday about stopping to stare at the budding flowers and basking in the sunshine. And those birds? Yeah, instead of them chirping happily this morning, they were screeching with dismay. In fact, I did not skip merrily along this morning to school, I rather drudged my way gloomily to my destination. Why is this you may ask? Well, my friends, THIS is why all Spring rejoicing has been put to a halt:

Yes, that's right. Snow. Mother nature has decided to play a nasty trick on me. This picture was taken this morning looking outside my window. Oh snow. It's a sad, sad day! I am trying to be optimistic, so hopefully the snow melts quickly. Until then, I will just keep looking at the post I wrote yesterday to cheer myself up with all things spring! 

Stay tuned for a post later on about my outfit today!