The Art of A Warrior Princess

I was inspired by accessory designer Seville Michelle Anastos and decided to make this piece. If you don't know who she is you might know of her design in Beyonce's - Run The World (Girls) video. I am not selling this piece as this is someone else's idea I just wanted to make it for myself as I love how it has a warrior princess command. I have no problem giving others credit especially when they are entitled to it. As a designer myself I expect the same in return. 

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The Art of Age

Last weekend I turned 31. March 5th to be exact. I'm an 80's baby all the way and proud of it. The 80's was a time where most of my all time favorite movies were made and there were bold fashion statements. Since then the 80's has made a comeback more than once. Actually, everywhere I go I see a bit of an 80's influence. How I spent my birthday...very low key. I went for a long stroll with my son, then to brunch as he slept the entire time in his stroller. I had some delicious french toast, eggs and chicken apple sausage at Cornerstone, a restaurant in Brooklyn. When I came home there was a bouquet of roses waiting for me from my sweet. Later on I went to dinner at Tao. The wait was over an hour with reservations however, it was worth it because the food was amazing! Then me and my party went to The W Hotel where there was a bit of a strange crowd but it's New York so you can't really escape that. The day after I had a Spa day with my friend. At 31 years young, I feel great. I'm happy healthy and spent my time celebrating it where and with whom I wanted.

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The art of doing it yourself

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I love to shop but sometimes I find it hard to purchase something when I know I can make it myself at a lesser cost. My boyfriend calls me cheap but so what. :-P I'm not ashamed to admit that I am frugal with my money; it goes hand in hand since I am crafty I don't mind taking time to do it myself. I saw this cute vintage inspired twistable headband at American Apparel. It came in solid colors as well as some cute vintage patterns for a retail price of $14.

Like I said...I couldn't bring myself to spend $14 on a headband when I know darn well I can make it. I went ahead that very day to get a spool of 18 gauge wire for $3.25 as I already have scraps of fabric at home, a sewing machine and wire cutter.

If you don't have a sewing machine at home a needle and thread will do. The sewing machine my grandma gave me sure comes in handy! Voila! Low and behold my very own twistable vintage inspired headband for only $3.25 and I have extra wire left to make more.




Doing it yourself sure can save you in the long run!