December 22, 2011

Hi there! I’m Aarean from Color Issue and my lastest fun DIY wrapping project was actually inspired by Anthropolgie’s gift wrapping garland from last year…its super and easy, fun and of course colorful!

You’ll need:

-simple wrapping paper (I used the back of one I had since I didn’t want any design on the paper)

scissors

-felt (three or four colors)

-thin ribbon (i like it to have some sparkle to it)

small hold punch if you have one…if not scissors will do


I got this idea from an Anthropologie ribbon I saw from last year…and I loved it! I cut out a bunch of circles from leftover felt I had…

Then I punched two holes in each circle…
I then strung them onto the ribbon (long side)
and scrunched them nice and close together (the more circles you have the closer you’ll have to scrunch them together…and personally I think the more the better!)
Once I knew they would meet in the middle I took both sides of the ribbon…
tied it in a knot and then for the middle (where you’d normally put a bow) I strung two felt circles on top of each other….
and tied another knot (so they’d scrunch together–lots of scrunching in this project ha) to create a little flower 🙂
I tied on a little bell (gives it a little ringy-blingy touch *ha) and slapped on a little gold round tag that I cut out from some paper I had…(I wanted to keep with the whole circular theme)
And there she sits, under the tree…waiting to be opened on Christmas day 🙂

Dont forget to enter my extra soft Christmas Giveaway!!!

A round up of Christmas goodness…

December 22, 2011

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Unplugging for the next few days to maximize my time with family and prepare my heart for the coming of the newborn King:) Will be putting up one more post before Christmas, dedicated to him.
Wishing you all a beautiful week surrounded by loved ones, and filled with the joy that only the Christ child can bring! 
P.S. Over on Natalie’s blog today sharing my favorite Christmas tradition. It involves a whole night series of traditions in one night! 😉

Well Done Blogging Community Campaign

December 20, 2011

The 2011 September Campaign. Our 5-year-anniversary video from charity: water on Vimeo.

I am sure many of you have heard of Charity Water by now. A mission that is making a successful change in the lives of thousands of men, women, and children.
I am helping Lauren spread the word about this years Bloggers Well Done Campaign to bring water to many in Ethiopia. Please join us in helping to blog, facebook, or tweet about this campaign, and consider donating just 5$ to make a significant difference in the lives of others who don’t even have the basic necessity of clean water. You can join me and donate here.

Lookbook: Chevron + Red

December 19, 2011

(Top: Old Navy (on sale in store), Faux Fur Vest: c/o Windsor Store, Black Skinny Pants: c/o Windsor Store, Necklace: LYLIF, Clutch: c/o Windsor Store, Heels: Wet Seal (similar) )
We are packing up to hit the road tomorrow to head to St. Louis and meet up with all my family:) Excited is an understatement. 
Did anyone else get to attend a tacky sweater party over the last few weeks? They are always good for some laughs:) You can see Gabe and I’s take on tacky on the fan page. 
Thank you to all of you who linked up in the packaging and wrapping post! You all should check out all the cool ideas that have been entered so far!

Take 3: Spotted and Dotted + currentlyobsessed.me

December 16, 2011

Just a few looks that made me swoon this week. (and a little hint at an upcoming outfit post)
Happy December weekend! Looking forward to having nothing on the menu but good things….time with my husband, packing for St. Louis, Christmas gathering with friends, baking with my 2 year old, and soaking up the last days of advent. 
Whats your favorite Christmas albums? Love straight instrumental… White by Craig Kaelin, December by George Winston, and Mr. Buble of course. I save the real greats for Christmas week! (Bing, Andy Williams, and Manheim Steamroller)
Also, I joined the currentlyobsession.me train (as if I need another distraction in my life…..), but its a fun way to look up all of your favorite bloggers favorite items. A simpler form of pinterest for the blogger world. Its kind of a secret sneak preview of things that will become the next big thing. If you are already signed up, find me here. Since, like pinterest, its invitation only, you need a code to sign up. I have a limited amount available with code: In_Honor_of_DesignObsessed
You just have to enter the code(case sensitive and make sure there are no spaces after) and login through FB(no need to be a blogger to join).  Let me know if you sign up so I can find you;)  

Wrapping as Red as Rudolph’s Nose + Link Up!

December 15, 2011

As you may know, I am addicted to packaging ideas. 
Gabe and I get really excited to pick out what will be St. Nicks wrapping paper to the kids, and what will be the rest. I found all my supplies at Hobby Lobby this year. Their wrapping paper is thick + it has a grid on the back to help cut straight lines. Double plus. Here are a few that are sitting under our tree…
Would LOVE to see your wrapping ideas! 
Link up below if you have a wrapping and packaging related post. It can be from whenever, and doesn’t require a link back. You only need to leave a title and the link to the post! That way, everyone else can see your post as well:) If you create the post in the next week, definately link back so more people can join the fun!
Counting down the days till the big birthday of the King of Kings on the 25th!!

Holiday Formal with Meinto

December 14, 2011

2. Golden Spike Style Earrings (my fave!)
3. Knit Poncho in Black
4. One Shoulder Maxi Sheer Dress (only $38.50!)
5. Luminous Gold Tone Bracelet
I love being able to introduce you to new shops on the block! Have you been over to Meinto? Its an online fashion retailer which provides local brick and mortar fashion boutiques and designers with an easy way to sell online. Which as you know, I am all about supporting brick and mortar shops:) I found all the lovelies above….what I would dream of wearing to a Holiday Formal Party or Wedding! There is something about wearing a long flowy gown that makes you feel like you are an Audrey;)
And obviously I can’t get over the black and gold trend!
What would be your outfit of choice to a Christmas Formal?
*This is a sponsored post which is 100% my honest opinion.
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