DIY:: SPARKLE PINS

I wanted something sparkly to wear this weekend, but couldn't find "just" the right thing. So, I decided to make that sparkly something myself. I found some round wooden disks at Michael's, glitter, glue and paint, and the rest is history. I hope you enjoy this little tutorial. These are a lot of fun to make AND wear. :)

Here's what you'll need:

I started with the letter D. Fill a small bowl or dish with glitter of your choice. Spread some tacky glue on the letter or shape with a sponge brush. Make sure you get all the edges. Dip the shape in glitter and make sure to press down really well. This will help adhere the glitter to the glue better. Voila! Let dry.

Go ahead and get your paints out and paint as many shapes as you like. I went with a pretty mint color (in satin finish) and gold ( in a metallic finish). I used separate sponge brushes for each of these colors.

You can then do just about anything with the surface, once it's dry. I started adding painters tape and then putting glue on just one side, dipping it in glitter, and getting a unique half and half design. I also put 2 strips about a 1/2 inch from touching each other, to create a cool glitter line down the center. And some, well, I just dipped them completely in glitter. :)

Just hot glue a pin on the back and you have a brand new brooch, with lots of sparkle!

I just love the way these turned out!

Put these on your favorite shirt or cardigan. You can even pin them to your backpack or purse. They are so pretty and versatile!

DON'T BE AFRAID TO GO NUDE

Get your mind out of the gutter! I'm talking about nude and flesh tones! :) Nude is the new black. You can wear it with basically anything. Wear nude shoes to make your legs seem like they go on for a mile. Play up a natural looking eye with nude and flesh tone sparkly eye shadows. Go natural on the nails with a creamy beige color. I love this color and it's perfect for anytime of the year.

MEET THE PARENTS

Meeting the parents is a big deal. Maybe not for you, but for me, yeah, meeting his parents was a big deal. :)  Looking your best is super important for this type of meeting. You don't want to come across as too high maintenance. You don't want to come across as a hussy (yes, I said hussy). But of course, you don't want to come across as anything but yourself, so here are a few good ideas to play up what you already have. However, no matter what you wear always remember to let your natural personality shine through. Be genuine and they will love you (hopefully :)

When you had to meet the parents, what did you wear?