Spread the Shine

I'm so happy to help announce the brand new project, Ashley, of The Shine Project has started! If you read this post where I showed off my Shine necklace, you may remember that Ashley is trying to make the world a better place! Her latest endeavor is pretty amazing and I'm so excited to help her spread the word! 

Here's Ashley: "Pass It Forward was designed to get people to do little things, everyday, that makes an impact on the community around them. Pass it Forward is designed around a card. Each card is given a unique ID number. Lets say we're at McDonalds, and I decide to pay for the person behind me in the drive through. I'd give the cashier the card, and tell them to pass it along to the next car when they give them the food that has been paid for. I then go home and log into the website that was on the card, and find my unique ID number. I log into it, and add my information... My first name, city, and a description of what I did....

Let's say the person behind me was you, you would pass it forward to someone else, and then would go home and do the same thing. From the very beginning, you will be able to track where your card goes, and how many people you affect just by doing one simple act of kindness.

I AM SO EXCITED. This project had the potential of working small miracles in the lives of those we pass, and we will then be able to see how far one simple act can go. I want to spread the shine community into something that is in every city, so that we can get more projects done and change more lives... I have strongly felt like this is a big way that will get accomplished."

Pretty incredible right? Such an easy way to brighten a day! And the whole idea of tracking the card?? This girl is genius and I really admire her ambition to go after her dreams. Check out Ashley's blog for more information on how to get your very own Pass It Forward card!

February Group Giveaway

Hi there! Ready for a group giveaway from some of my lovely February sponsors? They have offered up some really great prizes for one lucky Julie Ann Art reader!

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My Style: A Day at Home

I had yesterday off work so I thought it would be a good time to shoot an outfit post. But since I had just been getting things done around the house, my outfit wasn't exactly "outfit post" material. But then I thought, so what? Why not share the casual look I normally wear around the house? I'm sure not dressed in "outfit post" attire every day of the week! So take a look at this super styling outfit I chillaxed in all day long today.

Outfit details: Leggings + Cardigan: Target, Obey T-Shirt c/o Jordan's closet

That was fun! I think it's time to spread the word on comfy clothing outfit posts! What do you think? Who's next? ;]

DIY Repurposed Spice Rack

When my Mom visited last month she brought me her old spice rack that she no longer needed. I was not completely thrilled by the sight of it but considering she packed it in her suitcase specially for me, I had to do something with it right? While we don't have much free wall space in our kitchen, we do lack storage space in our bathroom. That's when I realized I could make it into a cute cabinet for all my nail polish goodies that are currently taking up way too much space in our medicine cabinet.

All I had to do was tape up the glass with painters tape and spray paint it with primer and paint. It's pretty amazing what possibilities painters tape and spray paint give you. You can take something that you would never hang in your house and turn it into something that totally fits your style.

It fits my nail polishes and manicure tools perfectly! Thanks Mom! ;]

Rubber Stamp Giveaway from BabyJewels

This giveaway is CLOSED. The winner is #62, Ashley!

So remember last week when I shared this awesome custom stamp that Cat, of BabyJewels, made for me? Well I'm happy to introduce her to you guys today! And, bonus, she's offering one lucky reader a stamp too!

Hi there! I'm Cat Dubail and I've been a graphic designer for over 12 years. I love illustrating, all things DIY and personalized products - so Babyjewels Designs is really about bringing together things I love. My stamps are professionally lasered wood handle stamps (and self inking too). I pride myself on offering unusual designs, quality products and a quick turnaround. Most every stamp design can also be made into an embosser, a fondant stamp, gift wrap or fabric decal, so you can brand the look you love. In addition to the Etsy store, you can also shop with me at www.lovebabyjewels.com. On the horizon, I'll be branching out to a line of printables for parties based on some of my favorite stamp illustrations to include invitations, banners, cupcake toppers and more.

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Cat is offering one lucky reader a Custom Address Rubber Stamp (Cooper Style) plus a Black Colorbox Ink Pad!

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