DIY Project: Yarn Lamp Shade

What you'll need...

What you'll do...

1. Tie first color of yarn around inside of lamp, knotting once for slackers or twice for comfort & security.

2. Wrap yarn around the shade creating random angles & triangles, doubling up your lines, tripling or creating a symmetrical pattern - I had no rhyme or reason for my lines and just went with my gut.  Finish by tying a knot at one of the three bars just the same as you did when beginning.

3. Repeat process with the second & third colors of yarn, wrapping around as many as you'd like or as little. 

And voila! You are done with your lamp shade.  Here was my final product.

I was very nervous when I began but it's a very easy-going project that requires little effort & time with a fun end-product.  Plus, I don't believe there's any way you could possibly screw up.  (FYI, the base was $20 at Target so my whole project cost $40!  Far cheaper than  a similar one I saw in a catalog for $130.)

What do you think - fabulous or a flop?  Would you try this at home?

12 Great Dresses for Date Night (under $100!)

In honor of my [Almost] First Date Story and to get you ready for your date night, check out these 12 amazing dresses all under $100.

1. Jersey Sleeve Skater Dress in Raspberry  2. Ecote Metallic Shift Dress  3. Sweet Amour Lace Dress  4. Crossborough Breeze Dress in Mocha  5. Charming Cherie Ruffle Dress in Navy  6. Spot Mesh Pleat Dress  7. Old Towne Adventures Pleated Dress in Plum  8. Xhilaration Dress in Multi Stripe  9. Modern Knit Dress in Mauve  10. Sundrops Abstract Print Dress  11. Pins & Needles Daybreak Dress  12. Mulberry Street Print Dress

7 Fall Beauty Buys

It's Fall, which means beauty shades get a little more dramatic and experimental.  Forget the sun-kissed look, and pick out a few warm colors to paint your pretty face and highlight your best features.  To prepare, I've included here 7 Fall beauty finds that are sure to impress at the water cooler or dinner party.


1. Tom Ford Ultra Shine Lip Gloss in Wet Violet

2. Caramel Apple & Marshmallow Bars Shampoo/Body Wash by Philosophy

3. Sonia Kashuk Eyeshadow Quads

4. Estee Lauder Pure Color Lipstick (Cherry Passion is Fall's most popular)

5. Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadows

6. Laura Mercier Kohl Eye Pencil Set

7. Essie 2011 Fall Nail Collection

3 Cocktail Dresses under $50

Who would have thought Old Navy had such cute party dresses?  I absolutely adore these and have just placed my order for all three.  They are perfect for the upcoming holiday season and won't put a dent in your wallet.  Also, they are the perfect dresses to do the high-low style.  Below, are three high-low looks featuring the Old Navy dresses for a fashion forward holiday party.

Look #1:

Beaded Old Navy Dress, $45

Judith Leiber Clutch, $2495

Christian Louboutin Suede Pump, $945

J. Crew Bracelet, $68

Look #2:

Old Navy Embellished Dress, $35

Smythe Puff-Sleeve Blazer, $695

J.Crew Pave Link Bracelet, $118

Sparkly d'Orsay Louboutins, $1795

Stella & Dot Chandelier Earrings, $49

Look #3

Embellished Old Navy Dress, $35

Tinley Road Art Deco Earrings, $20

Bejeweled Heel Satin Pump by Jimmy Choo, $1695

Judith Leiber Ritz Fizz Clutch, $2995

Mid-century Modern Deal!

If you LOVE mid-century modern design as much as me, then you're about to go BANANAS for this deal on the Foundary.  Right now the Eames lounge chair is going for $850!  There are tons of great designs, super cheap.  Head over there now and check it out before it's all gone.  In fact, I think I'll go buy more now...