suki face

i love suki products for my skin! i first heard about suki in my body+soul magazine a few months ago and decided to try out her skin care line carried at my local co-op.

always a little skeptical,  i did some research on suki's products only to find that all of her products are organic, vegan and environmentally friendly. i freaked myself out a little by reading the green beauty guide, so i was happy to find a line that doesn't release toxins into my skin - and all of her products smell wonderful and leave my skin so soft (no joke!).

i've dealt with mild acne for some time now so i wanted to focus on things that won't clog my pores or overdry.  the best thing about her website is that you can search for products based on your skin type. simply lovely.

below is what i use on a daily basis...

i use this first thing in the morning to wake up my skin and slough off all the old junk (best thing about it is that the exfoliater is sugar so it's not damaging to your skin)

{exfoliate foaming cleanser}

after cleansing, i spray on some of this toner to help minimize redness and balance my ph

{concentrated balancing toner}

this lotion is great because it's so light weight that it doesn't clog my pores

{balancing day lotion}

i use this lotion at night to help repair my skin while i sleep!

{moisture-rich cleansing lotion}

this tiny container packs a big punch (and lasts for months!). i just put a bit on and around my eyes in the morning and at night to ward against lines and puffiness.

{eye repair balm}

playing dress up

just wanted to share the paper and ribbon outfits i've done so far for the mannequinn at my work.  hope you like!

{fall 2009}

 

 

*see this dress showcased over at simplygrove's place!

{summer 2009}

 

{spring 2009}

 {valentine's 2009}

{christmas 2008}

  {halloween 2008}

susyjack* 2010 calendar

this eco-friendly calendar (printed on 100% post consumer recycled paper using soy ink) is so beautiful! it comes bound with nickel plated screws for easy hanging.

things that delighted me today

1. fabric as wall art

bella dia

2. vinyl decals... i want this blowing dandelion for my bedroom! perfect for an apartment dweller because they peel off without taking paint with it

chickadee vinyl

3. cupcakes!

hostess blog

4. a little glitz perhaps? i can't help but love this 'gold coast maryann' bag by kate spade.

kate spade

refurb sunday

this is my first refurbishing go about... i think it turned out great for my first try!

i found this chair for sale at a local place that i heard of through simply grove 's blog.  i could have spent a week there but i didn't have the cash or the space in my car... but i didn't leave empty handed as you can see.

i removed the top back rest (mainly because i didn't have the tools to re-attach it properly, but i also thought it would give it a more streamlined look). i then sanded down the entire chair with a 100 grit sanding paper and primed it with kilz indoor primer.

i chose flame yellow from behr for the paint and a damask print from jo-ann fabrics.

 

 i forgot to cover the bottom metal guards before priming it so they got half sprayed... i haven't decided what i'll do about that yet... and i think i would have changed the fabric from going east/west to north/south but i didn't even think about it... overall though i love it and i'm excited to incorporate it into my living space somehow!

 

close up!

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and this is my coffee table that i have been meaning to decoupage for months!

 

i chose a fine fiber asian paper. i like that it's so delicate yet 'mod'esque at the same time. looks quite cool next to the zebra rug huh!

 

i didn't anticipate the white fibers disappearing but i like that it looks like i applied each circle by hand... tricky, tricky. 

 

close up!

yellow!

here is some yellow inspiration to brighten up your day.

things that delighted me today

1. i am a sucker for all things vintage bicycle (ironic since i never ride my bike).... this little dress made me smile.

2. retro telephones! the best finds are at antique stores or estate sales but i also love the ones at pottery barn

3. i'm currently coveting a singer sewing machine - i love the color of this one

4. steve madden's "merriee" in black patent leather... i'm keeping tabs on this one for my brother's upcoming wedding to go with my vintage tuxedo cocktail dress

things that delighted me today

1. i love this blackboard/headboard! and how appropriate that the bubble says "welcome amy"

2. i'm a huge fan of taking seemingly ordinary things and making them fun! get the tutorial here

3. those close to me know of my strange love for bulldogs...but i think anyone can appreciate a cute pup in a tutu!

4. along with bulldogs i have a thing for vintage suitcases, but never have i seen as lovely a sight as these paper delights!