Diamond Piñata!

Nothing says party like a piñata! Its hard to find a piñata in stores that isn't shaped like a cartoon character or an animal. So, I decided to make my own! These diamond piñata's are the cutest and can be made with things you already have at home!

All you need is:
Tissue paper
Cardboard (I recycled some Amazon boxes)
Masking tape
Glue
Ruler
Scissors
Pencil
Craft Knife (optional but will make things MUCH easier)

1. Start by tracing out all your pieces onto the cardboard. Below I have included all the measurement and shapes you need to make a small or large piñata. 

2. Next, using either scissors or a craft knife, cut out all the pieces. I found that the craft knife makes it easier to cut the cardboard. 

3. Place the pieces in the shape they will be taped. (see photo below)

4. Get to taping! Tape all the pieces flat.

5. If you are planning on hanging your piñata, at this time you want to cut a X shape at the very top for the rope.

6. Now, tape the outer sides together to get the "diamond" shape.

7. Reenforce the sides with extra tape. This is important so your piñata doesn't come apart. 

8. Set the piñata aside and get out the tissue paper. Cut 1.5 inch strips of your choice of tissue paper.

9. Cut a fringe 1/2 of the way up. I made my fringe 1cm wide but you can make it thicker if you like.

10. Starting from the bottom of the piñata, start glueing on the tissue paper. 

11. Continue glueing on the tissue paper. Feel free to overlap them until you get the look you like. If some of the pieces look messy or out of place you can go back at the end and trim them off with scissors.

12. Have fun with it! 

Let me know if you made this awesome DIY or if you have any questions!

XO,

Jasmine

Groovy Marble Easter Eggs

Easter is one of my favorite holidays for multiple reasons. I love the reason for the season, the flowers, the candies, the egg hunts and especially the ultimate sacrifice of love that Jesus made for us. I also love painting Easter eggs!
This year I decided to try something different. Instead of using food coloring, I used nail polish! WHAT?! Yes, it sounds weird but the result is awesome and its super easy to do yourself!

All you need is:
2 or more different color nail polishes
A cup/bowl of ROOM TEMPERATURE water
Paper towels (things get messy)
Toothpicks
Hard boiled eggs

1. You want everything set-up next to each other because you are gonna have to work fast before the nail polish dries. Make sure your eggs have cooled and your water is at room temperature. If you water is too cold/hot the nail polish will sink to the bottom of your bowl. (Trust me, it happened to me a few times)

2. Start by dropping 1-2 drops of each nail polish into the water.

3. Use your toothpick to swirl the nail polish into the design you like.

4. Dip egg into nail polish water.

5. Let eggs dry on the paper towel.

6. Use your paper towel to remove any "chunks" of unwanted nail polish on your eggs.

7. Enjoy!

Let me know what your favorite way to color Easter eggs in the comments!

XO,

Jasmine 

Anti-Inflammatory Tea

Since my weekend was stolen by the flu, I refuse to let the rest of my week go down the drain also. To kick the last of my sickness out the door, I decided to make my favorite homemade tea. To make this tea all you need is ginger and lemon. 

Ginger is a great cure for nausea and loss of appetite caused by the flu. 

Lemon helps lower body temperature. 

Ingredients:

Lemon 

Ginger

Hot Water 

Mug

Tea Steeper (optional)

1. Slice ginger and place it in mug or tea steeper. For a spicier tea, grate the ginger directly into the mug.

2. Slice lemon and place directly into the mug.

3. Fill the mug with hot water and let steep for three to five minutes.

4. Enjoy!

Let me know if you tried this recipe!

XO,

Jasmine

Whats In My Bag...

Today I thought I would give you guys a little peek into what I lug around with me on a daily basis!

Purse: I got this Cambridge Satchel a few months ago for school but since then I've used it more as a day to day bag. I got the 15" classic satchel which is perfect to fit laptops or tablets.

Journal: I love this Rifle Paper Co. journal so much! I like to make to-do list and this notebook is perfect for that. 

Book: I try to carry a book with me at all times so I can read instead of play on my phone during any down time. How to Win Friends & Influence People is a must read for everyone! 

Wallet: I've had this Kate Spade wallet for years and I still love it!

Blotterazzi: I love these blotting sponges! I tend to get oily in my t-zone but hate using blotting papers (expensive and not great for the environment) so I bought these reusable blotting sponges by beautyblender.

Lip Balm: I am always talking about how much I love Glossier! Their Coconut Balm Dot Com smells like a tropical vacation.

Lavender Oil: I carry this with me at all times. I like to use it in the middle of work for a quick stress relief break. I pour one drop into my palms, rub my hands together and take a whiff of the calming scent.

Energy Bar: My "just in case" bar! GoMacro bars are my favorite.

Charger: I got this Blekin charger from Target.

Headphones: Classic Apple headphones!

What are somethings you have to have with you everyday? Let me know in the comments!

XO,
Jasmine

DIY Donut Card

For those of you who know me or follow me on Instagram you probably already know how much I love to make cards. So naturally I was making my friend a birthday card when I had to idea for the ultimate card. A DONUT CARD. I loved making this card so much I decided to share it with you guys! 

Supplies: 
Pencil
Glue (Im using the Tombow MONO Permanent Adhesive Applicator)
Scissors
Craft Knife
Brown Paper
Colorful Paper
Optional: 
Cutting Mat 
Ruler
A dope TV show to binge while DIYing (I'm current catching up on Vinyl on HBO)

Step One: Fold the brown paper in half. 

Step Two: Make a large circle on the paper. I used the bottom of my globe. 

Step Three: Cut it out. Make sure not to cut off the folded edge or else you'll end up with two separate pieces of paper. 

Step Four: Trace the same size circle on the pink paper.

Step Five: Create "icing" lines inside the large pink circle. 

Step Six: Cut out the "icing"

Step Seven: Glue the pink "icing" onto the brown "donut"

Step Eight:  Draw a small circle in the middle of the "donut". I used the cap of my makeup setting spray to get the right sized circle.

Step Nine: Cut out the small circle using a craft knife. This is the hardest part, so take your time and go slowly. 

Step Ten: Cut 1/4" strips of paper. 

Step Eleven: Cut the strips into 1/2" "sprinkles". 



























Step Twelve: Glue the "sprinkles" onto the donut.

Step Thirteen: Enjoy! 

Let me know if you end up making this!

XO,

Jasmine 

Skin Care Favorites

For the past three years I have been dealing with acne and the aftermath of acne scars. I used foundation religiously to cover it up until I decided to deal with actual problem. After a ton of different products and home remedies I have found what works for my skin.

My skin type is normal/oily and very sensitive. I tend to deal with hormonal acne and break out more when I eat more sugar and oily foods. I've been using these products for a while now and I have seen the best results with them .

Face wash: I learned the hard way that acne specific face washes do not work for me. They strip my skin of it's natural oils and leave me with more acne and dry spots then before. The Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser has been a beacon of hope in the dim journey I have had with face wash. It's gentle enough to not break me out but strong enough to remove my heavy duty Nars All Day Luminous foundation.

Sunscreen: Everyone should have sunscreen in their daily routine. This is not something to take lightly. Sunscreen will protect you from premature wrinkles and skin cancer. Most sunscreens leave your face oily and foundation slipping everywhere. Neutrogena Clear Face sunscreen is the exception. It doesn't break you out or irritate skin and leaves you with a beautiful matte finish.

Scar Treatment: I think it's safe to say that acne scars are the worst. They are hard to cover and nearly impossible to get rid of. I've tried everything from laser treatments to DIY remedies to get rid of mine. Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution has given me the best results. It is extremely gentle, it doesn't have the horrible sent that most dark spot removers have and it can be used day and night.

Night Moisturizer/Oil: Kiehl's products are one of my favorites. They are reliable, gentle and get the job done. Their Midnight Recovery Concentrate is no different. You put it on before bed and wake up with bright, soft skin and smaller pores. Bonus: it has a relaxing lavender scent!

What are your favorite skincare products? Let me know in the comments!
XO,
Jasmine

Glossier: First Impressions

I've been wanting to try Glossier for years and as soon as I found out they came out with a face wash, I knew it was time. If you've never heard of Glossier, it is the skin care line made by the cool girls behind the blog Into The Gloss. They created a line of basic skin care for all skin types. I bought the Phase 1 Set and the Coconut Balm Dotcom. The Phase 1 set includes the Milky Jelly Cleanser, Priming Moisturizer, Perfecting Skin Tint, and Balm Dotcom. BONUS it comes in the most beautiful minimal packaging! If you're interested in trying these products make sure to CLICK HERE to get 20% off your purchase!

Milky Jelly Cleanser: THE HOLY GRAIL! This cleanser can be used on wet and dry skin. To remove makeup you apply it directly on dry skin. This was the first time I had heard of a face wash like this. When I used the cleanser I was wearing They're Real eyeliner which is almost impossible to remove but this face wash did not fail! It melted off all my foundation and eye makeup instantly. Most face washes I use leave my face feeling tight afterwards but not this one. It left my skin feeling smooth and soft. I became instantly obsessed! It also has the best light rose scent.

Priming Moisturizer: I wish this one was more exciting. Its not bad but not life changing either. It's a very light moisturizer. Great for day to day wear but it has no SPF which is a big bummer for me. It creates a nice smooth base for under your makeup.

Perfecting Skin Tint: I love this stuff! This super runny liquid tint is amazing! It is very sheer but it leaves the most beautiful natural finish on your face. It's very light and doesn't settle into your pores. Great for work and summer.

Balm Dotcom: This is my second favorite thing in the set (after the Cleanser). This is SUPER thick which I wasn't expecting. I put this over my lip liner and it creates the most amazing natural finish. The original is unscented and the Coconut Balm Dotcom smells like a coconut macaroon! It's also great for dry skin and around your cuticles.

If you've used Glossier let me know what you think about their products! If not, whats your favorite skin care brand?

XO,

Jasmine