Polka Polka Polka Dots!

Happy Thursday!

You know, I hope polka dots never go out of style.

They're the perfect kind of cute, and suits my personality. 

I bought this button up polka dot from Izod a couple of months ago {I believe?} and I'm finally getting to wear it. It was chilly yet warm enough to pull this off, and what better time to where it but now.

Originally in my head I wanted to pair it with a pencil skirt, but decided against it that morning. 

Instead I paired it with a pair of capri's I bought from New York and Company. 

 

I have to tell you guys something...

I colored my hair, no more ombre :(

I was getting bored with it to be honest. I was sick of always curling it because it only looked good either curly or well, curly. If I wore it straight there was too drastic color change. I tried making an appointment to get it touched up but she wasn't available the week I went in, so I just colored it a darker color. Tomorrow I'm going to do my own highlights. :)

Anyway, have a great night everyone!  

Pinterest Project - Mothers Day Gift

Happy Wednesday!

I am two days away from graduation and 10 days away from my cruise. 

I can't believe it, time is flying by!

I apologize for not blogging the past two days. 

I am still training for my 5K in July with girls at work, and we had a site visit at the place I work for, so it's been a few late nights for me. 

Anyway, I wanted to share my present for my mom this past Sunday for Mothers Day. 

It's an idea I got off of Pinterest {of course}

 

The only thing I did differently is the bird bath on top. I have no clue where to purchase one. :/ 

   

The comparison between the two. Pinterest version to your left, mine to the right. 

One thing we did differently was my dad decided to use a pipe and weld in onto a round plate. In the original she used a rebar which only allowed you to plant in the ground. The round plate allows you to put anyway and gives it more stability.

    

It was a fairly cheap project to do, and a lot of fun. 

My family LOVED it. 

I was really excited to find the same color paint too. 

It's from Home Depot. 

The only complaint I have is that the paint didn't cover well, and I'm afraid it will peel or come up quickly. 

I think I should have sanded it down a little better for the paint to stick a little better. 

But we will see how well it lasts up for the summer. :)

Anyway, have a great Wednesday night! <3

DIY Mothers Day Card; Flower Pot

 Happy Friday!

I'm home at my parents house for the weekend. 

Got lots to do between packing for the cruise and getting things together for my graduation!

Anyway, I have a DIY for a cute Mothers Day card. 

It's a flower pot card, and I got the idea off of Pinterest but designed it the way I liked it, and thought about it. :)

You will need:

• Scrapbook paper (got a bunch from my best friend)
• Scissors
• Embellishments
• Glue
• Patience (haha)

 What you will be making:

 

 I put two pieces of scrapbook paper together(facing opposite of each other) and cute my border. The top part is cut un-proportional because of the top of the pot will appear larger. 

 

I didn't have any special cutting scissors, just did it by hand. Glued it to the top of the pot. Also, glue around the edges of your card. The inside is where the message will go. I just used basic elmers glue from wal-mart. :) 

 

 I cut out yellow and the top part I made bigger so I had room to add my flowers to something. 

 

See? The yellow piece goes inside the card. 

 

 I hand drew different size flowers and glued them onto the yellow piece. This is what took the most time. And placement. You can also add leaves to it too. I added and glued ribbon too. This will also help your card from falling apart

 

   

Added some stickers to the bottom.

Pinterest Lately - Outfits

Happy Wednesday!

Unfortunately I didn't have time to take pictures of anything because after work I continued with my running.

I swear it's the biggest stress reliever and don't understand why I didn't start sooner.

Anyway, I decided to share some things I've been pinning lately. :)

 

I need a long maxi skit like this. I could wear a tube top under it or a bandeau 

 
  

This is adorable. I need to find a floral tank like that!
 







I love this!
I need more maxi skirts!!

 

Just some cute outfits I've been pinning. 

Have a great night! :)

Forever 21 & New York and Company Haul and Fitting Room Pics

Happy Tuesday!

This isn't my big haul, but it's the haul from when I went to Harrisburg for my business conference. 

I went to the Forever 21 there and it wasn't that big, but it was still a Forever 21 and I was happy to be in one. It's so hard to find a Forever 21 that is close. The closest to me is 2 hours. Bummer. 

I also stopped in New York and Company. 

It's my go-to for work attire. 

This past weekend I went to Philadelphia to go shopping (fiance surprised me and booked a hotel, he's too good to me :D) So I am going to have a pretty big haul coming up. 

Anyway, here are some of the things I purchased.

This crochet top will be perfect for the cruise/beach. What color tank should I wear under it? I was thinking a neutral color or possibly a black or yellow? I know two extremes. I guess it'll depend on the bottoms.

  

The pink lace top will be for work. It's a tee. It would also be good for the cruise, but I think it's more work appropriate. 

 

 I love this headband. I don't know what is it with me and headbands lately, but I love them. It's a different element to add to your hair. I always wear my hair down so this adds to it.

 

 I also picked up these capri's from New York and Company. I got them for $19.98. Not bad considering their pants are a little more expensive than I am use to. 

 

 Fitting room pictures:

Lace top with a black tank underneath.



A dress I tried on, but didn't purchase because it was too short. It does look cute though. Tall problems. :/



Lace top; notice the jean jacket? It was so comfortable but it was tooo big and it was a small. I decided against because I have another jean jacket just like it. But how does everyone feel about jean jackets? Love it or hate it?

I want to share some pictures from Harrisburg while I am at it. 

Unfortunately, the only time I was able to site see was at night because of the conference. But I did manage to see some things: 

 

The fiance came down the first night and after work he surprised me with these cupcakes.

 

They were HUGE! I'm such a lucky gal and very thankful!

ANYWAY, 

I wanted to give a quick update on my Couch to 5K. 

I just want to make it known that I don't run. Ever. I walk. Fast. 

But I don't run.

Today, after work I made it a point to go run.

I changed into my work out clothes, put in my new ear buds(will post later), and walked out the door.

I felt a little uncomfortable at first, but once I got moving it was good. 

I didn't run the whole way. I walked and then ran, then walked, ran. It was my way of getting into it.

But I will tell you what, what a stress reliever that is! Just walking, alone, no one talking, listening to your music, and the sun shining in your face, it was beautiful. I need to do that more often!

I wasn't technically suppose to run today because I will be tomorrow, and the lady(the CEO, how intimidating!!!), who I will be running with tomorrow says I shouldn't run today, but ease into it. Well I ran anyway because I want to do this, and once I get my mind set on something I stick to it. And I was disappointed I didn't run yesterday because the other girl didn't want to. :/        

So yea! I ran today. Are you guys proud?! :)

Just think of all the cute sneakers!!!

Very Random Haul

Happy Monday!

And that dreaded Monday is back.

Again.

This Monday is a little different for me. 

A couple girls and I at work are doing the Couch to 5K program.

We started today. 

I believe we walked 3 miles. More than what is required. 

But we didn't run. Boo.

Hopefully Wednesday. We're trying to do it every Monday/Wednesday/Friday.

I really want to run. 

Never been able to do it, and I'm hoping with this program it'll get me into it.

We will see!

ANYWAY, 

I have a really random haul for you today.

Got some new nail polish which ended up being free because I had a $10 off coupon! 

And I wanted to try this new Neutrogena lip balm.

I used it the other day. I love the color. It's very subtle. Which I like because I don't normally wear lip stick/lip gloss. So this one works me for. 

Next time I wear it I'll post a picture on Instagram (vzaleski). Maybe tomorrow!

So I'm hoping with doing this new program I have more energy. 

And after doing the program today I realized how out of shape I am.

Last year around this time I was doing Insanity, and I don't know how I did it. 

I tried walking and I'm out of shape.

I blame sitting at my desk and sitting in the apartment all the time.

The fiance and I plan on purchasing bikes in the near future to go on bike trails in this area. So I'm really excited for that, and so is he. We just need to get more active. 

Anyway, have a great Monday night!

Spring Jewelry

Happy May 1st & Happy Wednesday!

It's 75 degrees here today, it's SO beautiful.

I hope it's nice and sunny where you are. 

I want to head out in a little bit and enjoy the weather. 

It's too nice of a day not too!

So I had a gift card to Wet Seal from Christmas, and I don't really like to shop there any more because I find I don't like a lot of stuff their any more. Some things, but not like I use to.

SO I decided to pick up some jewelry and cute headbands.

I actually completely forgot I bought this stuff until the other day when I was cleaning, it was a nice little find. :)

 

I apologize, I don't know the prices on these because I already tore off the tags from them.

They're such pretty spring colors. 

And I believe my new favorite color for the spring is mint. 

It's such a pretty color!

Anyway, that's all I have for everyone today. 

Go out and enjoy the weather!