D-I-Y Necklace

Who: J... and Mona!

When: 4/15/12

Where: Evening service at church

What: *Denim jacket- Ross *White top- Walmart *Red linen skirt- gift from friend in college *Black falts- Payless *Bag- Kathy Van Zeeland, Mary Kay prize *Necklace- made by me

Have you ever had an idea in your head of the "perfect" piece of jewelry.... or shoes... or belt... or bag... to go with a certain outfit, and then you either can't find it, or you don't want to pay a bunch of money for it? That's how this necklace came about. I really wanted a black and white necklace for the outfit I wore on Sunday morning, but I couldn't find one I liked for a price I wanted to pay... sooooo... I put a bunch of necklaces together and fastened them to a ribbon. I really like how it turned out! I have a tutorial planned for the very near future, so check back and see how I put it all together. 

On another note, I found out this skirt had a hole under the zipper opening... AFTER I got to church... lovely, right? Oh well, I just kept my shirt pulled down over it! ;)

Summer Is On Its Way!

Who: J
When: 4/13/12
Where: Running errands
What: *Orange top- Old Navy *Denim skirt- Old Navy *Turquoise scarf- Walmart *Turquoise flip- flops- Walmart

Something that I'm quickly learning about El Paso is that I need to be prepared for all types of weather at any time of year... this last week, it's been all the way up to 80... and all the way down to 45 (I think there's actually been a bigger swing than that, but those are temperatures that I actually saw on my car thermometer). This was obviously one of the warmer days. A denim skirt, a tee, and flip- flops are kind of my unofficial uniform of summer, but this year, I'm really going to try to make things a little more "snazzy" with accessories, jewelry, etc. We'll see how that goes... ;) Also, every year, I say that I'm not going to wear flip flops so much, but I can't help myself! I love them! 

Wind In My Hair

Who: J

When: 4/11/12

Where: Mid-week service at church

What: *White top- Target *Pink top- Walmart *Khaki skirt- thrifted *Brown sandals- Beall's Outlet in Willcox, AZ *Purse- Coach, gift from husband *Necklace- gift from M *Bracelet- thrifted

As you may be able to tell, it was a little windy on the evening that we took these pictures. So, my hair was blowing across my face... and getting stuck in my lip gloss... fun, right? Oh well, it makes for a cool picture! I like this white jacket as a lightweight layering option, but sometimes I struggle with how sheer the sleeves are. You can see the sleeves of the top underneath and sometimes I don't like how that looks... but, I just cuffed and pushed the sleeves up and I think it turned out ok!

Resurrection Sunday

Who: J

When: 4/8/12

Where: Church

What: *Turquoise sweater- Cato's *Dress- made by me *Necklace- gift from shop owner in Indiana *Shoes- Cato's *Bag- thrifted 

I'm finally getting around to posting my Easter outfit. I usually get a new dress or outfit every year for  Easter, but I had this dress that I had only worn once, and never since we've moved to El Paso, so I thought I'd save some money and just wear what I already had. I love the colors of this dress- so springy & one of my favorite color combos. I should try to wear this at least one more time before spring is over!

No Pain, No Gain!

One of my New Year's resolutions was to get healthier... I know, I know, that's kind of vague, but I do actually have specific goals to help me accomplish that: eat fruits and veggies with at least 2 meals per day, go to the gym (or workout) at least 3 times per week, and lose a certain amount of weight. I have good weeks and bad weeks, but for the most part, I'm not doing too bad! And, I've lost 10 pounds! What's even better is that I feel stronger- last night, I went for a "run" with my husband and our dog (I say "run" because I can still only run short distances at a time and I have to take breaks in between) and N was impressed by how long I could run (which is not that long at all, but waaaay longer than before I started working out) and how quickly I recovered and caught my breath... so, yay me! ;) 


I know that working out doesn't really require you to look glamorous, and believe me, I do NOT look glamorous when I go to the gym, but I still like to be covered up! I don't think the world needs to see things hanging out or squeezed into something just because I'm going to the gym. Soooo... I thought I'd share what I wear when I work out. Maybe someday I'll get brave and take a picture of myself on the way to the gym... then again, maybe not! ;) These aren't the EXACT things I wear (or take with me), but pretty close! I do think I need to get a wristlet that's as cute as the one below- that will inspire me to work out harder, I think! ;)                        
                                                                                                 -J

Source: jessicacaudill.polyvore.com via Jessica on Pinterest

Pop of Preppy Pastel

Who: J

When: 4/8/12 (Resurrection Sunday)

Where: Evening service at church

What: *Black top- store at mall (I can't remember the name!) *Grey jacket- Cato's *Pink argyle skirt- made from a Tommy Hilfiger bed sheet *Shoes- Cato's *Necklace- The Jewelry Box *Purse- Nine West, Ross *Flower headband- Charming Charlie's

This wasn't my "official" Easter outfit (I'll post pictures of that later), but I DID wear it on Easter... so maybe it can be "Easter Outfit Part II." I didn't feel like wearing the same dress Sunday night that I wore that morning, but I still wanted something spring-y and light, so I decided on this pink skirt. This skirt/ top/ sweater combo was actually like the 3rd or 4th combo I tried, and I like the black, grey, and pink together... I might actually wear this one again!! I had forgotten how much I love this argyle print... very fun!

P. S. We're participating in Everybody Everywear Pastels today- click the link below to head on over and check out everybody's springy pastels!!

In The Classroom

Who: M

When: 3/28/12

Where: School

What: *Skirt-gift *Shirt-thrifted *Vest-thrifted *Necklace-gift *Bracelet-dollar jewelry store *Shoes-Mexican catalog  *Flower-made by one of the girls that I live with

SO I decided to take some chillaxing pictures in my classroom. I might add that I don't usually lounge around on the desks at school...lol Most of the items in this outfit you have seen once or twice already, but David, the awesome guy I am in a relationship with, really likes the red vest, so I thought I would do another post with it!

I LOVE this black skirt. One of my friends gave it to me (she bought it and it didn't fit her...sad for her, happy for me...lol) I am so blessed to have awesome friends. These pics were taken by one of the girls in the children's home where I work. It was a fun time...even though she took like 15 pictures in order to get these 5...lol. GOtta love teenagers :)