Such Pretty Things

Target Tuesday: Summery Tote Bag

Oh, I just love it when I make it to Target right when they have just finished putting out all the new "Dollar Spot" items! Because look what I found...

It's the perfect straw tote bag for summer - and only $2.50! It's a nice, roomy size and lined with fabric, too. I decided to dress mine up a little with these gorgeous pink silk flowers...

I found mine at Nordstrom Rack, but you can find similar ones at H & M or accessory shops in your local mall - like The Icing or Claires. Or use some vintage millinery. Just pin or glue on a few flowers and your tote will go from "just fine" to "completely fabulous"!

Throw in your favorite magazines, flip flops, and some suncreen and you're ready to hit the beach this summer!

So simple, so easy, and so pretty!  Ya gotta try it!

Happy Tuesday!

:-)

Jessica

Pretty Parties: Ribbon Flag Picks

While this is hardly an original or new idea, I thought I would share some pretty ribbon picks that I have been working on for an upcoming party.  I just love ribbon picks - they are such an inexpensive and easy way to spruce up hors d'oeuvres or simple cupcakes.

Plus, it's a great way to use up your precious ribbon scraps! All you need are ordinary food-safe toothpicks, ribbon, glue gun or non-toxic glue stick and scissors.  Just cut a small length of ribbon and glue it around the top of the toothpick. Once dry, use your scissors to cut a small triangle from the side-edge of the flag.  Or try using a pinking shears for a scalloped effect.

And you can make them in any combination of colors or designs you want to match your party decor.

Personally, I love this candy-colored striped ribbon with my pastel sprinkled-mini-cupcakes!

XOXO

Jessica