Summer-like weather!

Oh hi, remember me? I sure do remember you! It's been awhile, but I heard you beckoning me back, so here I am! Let me update you on what's been happening in my life thus far. I've been soaking up the unseasonably warm weather this past week, because I've been on March Break! I think it's my new-favourite holiday. Who knew the teachers appreciated it more than the students? Ohhh good old teacher insight. I worked at the Garden Centre during my time off from the classroom, and it sure is nice to see greenery and pretty flowers growing. Summer is just around the corner! 

Speaking of flowers, look at these snapshots of pretty crocuses I found dwelling in my backyard:

Hello little guys, it's so nice to see you peeking up through the ground!

In other news, I've got 4 more weeks until I'm done my program! WHAT WHAT! I'm so excited and ready to have that diploma in my hand, and be on my merry way to England. 

I've been planning the MS Walk for our area, and it's great to see how many people are interested in helping out a good cause, even in our local economy's dire state. I had $81 donated in the matter of 2 hours. Every little bit counts! 

OH! Almost forgot to mention. I've started (renewed) a new exercise and eating regime, and I'm feeling great. Tomorrow marks the end of week one, and I plan on sticking with this lifestyle to shed the final 15 pounds to my ultimate goal weight!  I WILL wear a bathing suit this summer... I just need to put in the work to get there. 

I'm loving my new striped button-down. It's a little bit of a boyfriend style, kinda unlike my usual style, but it makes me smile! :) Shortly after this picture was taken, I got sunburn on my chest (!) Starting early this year, I tell ya.

Well, that's all for now, friends. Tomorrow's my last day of relaxation (AND Walking Dead season finale- WOOT) before I return to the hectic lifestyle of a teacher... oh, what a career I've chosen :) 

Happy Valentine's Day!

Today was red, pink, and white day at school to celebrate Valetine's Day. Here's my ensemble:

I also painted my nails red, accented with a pink heart! 

I had a wonderful day, got a few Valentine's and a couple of sweets. But best of all, I got to chaperone a dance- oh, it brings back the memories!!

Clementine box Upcycle

I've seen a few cool upcycles for clementine boxes, so I decided to try one out for myself!

Re-Purposing a Clementine Box

Materials:

Used clementine box (with labels removed)

Glue gun

Scissors

Pencil

Paint brush

White acrylic paint

lined paper and thin cardboard

scrap of fabric

(there are rhinestones in the picture because I thought I might add them 

for some detail, but they just didn't work with the look I was going for)

First I traced the bottom of the box onto a piece of lined paper with a pencil.

Then, I cut out the piece of paper, traced it onto the piece of thin cardboard (I used the back of a spiral bound notebook), and cut that out.

Then, I flipped my fabric over (so the print would be facing up), and placed my cardboard on top of the fabric. Then, I gently tugged each corner up, and secured it with some hot glue. Notice the fabric is leftover from my DIY Cake Stand?

I continued to do this around the edges until it looked like this. 

This is what it looks like flipped over. 

Just to make sure it fit, I placed it into the bottom of the box before I painted the box. 

I coated each side (inside and outside) twice, and the coverage was pretty good.

Here's what it looked like when I was done painting. I didn't paint the entire bottom because I knew that the cardboard would cover the stain. 

See? When the fabric bottom is in place, you can't see the stain at all! 

This will be sittin' pretty on my dresser with my favourite perfumes, lotions and other beauty potions. The best part about this? It was entirely F-R-E-E, because I had all supplies on hand. Now that's what I'm talkin' about!  

My blog birthday- and I missed it!

I just realized that I missed my own blog birthday. On February 7th, I've been blogging for a year. Crazy or what? Well, Happy Birthday to my blog. I love being able to share what inspires me, tiny details of my life, outfits posts, and recipes. I'd also like to thank my lovely friends who read my blog and are interested in what I have to say!

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Woot for the weekend!

Oh my, has this week flown by or WHAT! I am totally enjoying teaching Grade 6- the kids are hilarious!! I will be a lesson planning fiend this weekend, and look forward to a few captured moments of rest and relaxation. This past week is a whirlwind (can you tell by my lack of post yesterday?). I just want to sit back and take a breath for a moment. 

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Too bad my view isn't this one... instead it is a grey, snowy white one. Oh well, all the better excuse to snuggle up and watch some t.v.! 

Gimme all your lovin', all your hugs and kisses too

Soon the day of love will be upon us. I'm not a fan of this holiday (single girl syndrome?) but really, what girl can deny herself chocolate, candles, lovely stationary, a darling red dress and some fabulous accessories? 

Live Love pillow $68/ First Crush candle $34.95

Twin Link bracelet $50/ Sweet Surprise Gift Pack by Mor $25/ Ruffled Oska dress $168

Floral Heart card from $4/ Leatherette Heart wallet $11.80/ Red Velvet cake truffles $8.95

*For those who are way uncool, the post title is from ZZ Top's song Gimme All Your Lovin'. Duuuh. 

Kate Spade spring campaign

Loving the rockstar vibe and bright colours of Kate Spade's spring campaign. 

1. Siren Dress $448

2. Japanese Floral Print Drop Earrings $78

3. New Bond Street Florence $448

4. Alathea sunglasses $148

5. Thin Bow Belt $78

6. Baublebox Bib Necklace $278