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Taylor Swift Blank Space Costume DIY

Published on November 10, 2015November 21, 2019 by juliavalley2 Comments

Getting to be a bunny for Halloween last year was really a highlight of costumes for me. Thus, this year it was going to be hard to top. I kid you not, I think Megan and I spent a whole week trying to come up with a costume. All couples, BFF, and group costumes were discussed and shot down one after another. It felt hopeless; like the more we searched, the higher our expectations were and the less I liked every single idea we came up with. This was supposed to be fun – what the heck was I getting so worked up about!? Continue reading “Taylor Swift Blank Space Costume DIY” →

Lisa Frank Rainbow Kitten Costume DIY

Published on November 3, 2015January 24, 2017 by juliavalley4 Comments

When someone invites you to a 90’s themed costume party, what do you immediately think of? Grunge? Clueless? Zenon girl of the 21st century? All great options. But really, how often do you get the opportunity to wear a rainbow animal angel costume? Time to take advantage of this opportunity while you can! Continue reading “Lisa Frank Rainbow Kitten Costume DIY” →

Pumpkin Nutella Swirl Muffin Recipe

Published on October 28, 2015December 1, 2016 by juliavalley4 Comments

Guys, I’ve done a bad thing. I’m currently sitting in front of the TV watching Halloween Baking Challenge, writing this post, and eating Nutella straight out of the jar. Spoon, scoop, mouth. I have no clue what prompted my first Nutella purchase, but it happened and now I’m going through this jar like it’s my job. I probably knew this was a bad idea in the past, but I was incredibly hungry at the store, it was pouring outside and I wanted comfort food, and I finally took the plunge. Well, okay time to commit to this new love! Continue reading “Pumpkin Nutella Swirl Muffin Recipe” →

Popsugar Disney Costume DIY Feature

Published on October 26, 2015January 24, 2017 by juliavalley3 Comments

A friend of mine sent me a link to Popsugar’s list of adult DIY Disney costumes – think outside the princess box, and to my surprise I was featured at the end! I wouldn’t have shared the link, however, if it weren’t for the other AWESOME costumes on the list. Having scoured the internet for Halloween ideas this year, I was shocked to see DIY’s I hadn’t stumbled upon myself. Check out this list if you need a last minute idea, plus here is the link to my white rabbit tutorial from last year. Happy Halloween week, bunnies!

DIY Pom Pom Fleece Blanket

Published on October 21, 2015November 21, 2019 by juliavalley12 Comments

The air was a brisk 66 degrees the other morning here in Houston. AKA, sweater/scarf/down comforter weather! (We are weaklings in the cold and we know it.) Not only did I break out the sweaters for work, I’ve gone so far as to purchase fleece fabric and make the best cuddling blanket of all time. Big enough to wrap up in twice or share with a buddy, this pom pom fleece blanket is perfect for the frozen weather. Continue reading “DIY Pom Pom Fleece Blanket” →

Leather Mini Skirt Sewing Tutorial

Published on October 15, 2015February 2, 2017 by juliavalley10 Comments

This Fall is full of fashion trends I’m scrambling to add to my closet:

#1. Burgundy/Bordeaux/Maroon/whatever you want to call that color. Love it.

#2. Anything and everything 70’s inspired. Think flared jeans, suede minis, and fringe.

#3. Leather items – again, mostly the 70’s inspired ones.

Trying to be trendy and overly excited, I’ve managed to fit all three trends into this one look… Too much? Continue reading “Leather Mini Skirt Sewing Tutorial” →

The World’s Easiest DIY Maxi Skirt Sewing Tutorial

Published on October 7, 2015February 2, 2017 by juliavalley5 Comments

Though I love creative and complex sewing projects for the flexibility they give me to try out new ideas, sometimes I just want to make something quick. Well this project is the definition of quick. Aside from the washing and drying of the fabric, this tutorial should take you approximately 15 minutes to complete. Continue reading “The World’s Easiest DIY Maxi Skirt Sewing Tutorial” →

Fri-DIY: Cute DIY Halloween Costumes

Published on October 2, 2015January 24, 2017 by juliavalley6 Comments

It’s officially October and Halloween is less than a month away! EEEK! I have no costume yet, nor a solid idea of what I want to be… but I know I’m going to DIY it. I just love homemade costumes. Not only can you be whatever you want to be on Halloween, you can personalize it to fit yourself when you make it. The store bought ones tend to be kind of lame or kind of trashy and definitely kind of pricey – what’s that about?

Like I said, I don’t know what I’m going to go with this year, but I can’t wait to share the DIY with y’all once I figure it out! I figured I would put together a list of some simple homemade costume ideas that are cute (not sexy, ugh) and original so you guys can get started. Have you decided what you’re going to be yet?

1. Flapper Girl – Fringe, pearls, glitter, done.