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September 16, 2020
DIY Floating Shelf
DIY Floating Shelf
This project is one of my most favorite's to date! SO stylish and so so easy anyone could pull this off!
Here's how I created this minimal and modern floating shelf:
What You'll Need:
+ 2x4 pine wood plank (usually $6-$7)
+ pack of 2 'L' brackets ($3-$4)
+ Power drill
+ pencil
+ Level or Level Phone App (yes its a thing and very nifty)
*optional* Brass/Gold Spray Paint
How To:
-You are going to start by attaching the 'L' brackets to the wood plank, from the bottom.
You want to hang the shelf this way so it appears to be floating versus hanging the "L" upside down where you could see it hanging below the shelf.
-Optional: the only brackets I could find were this Silver/Zinc plated color and nothing I own is silver- so I chose to spray paint the brackets brass (before hanging) to match my brass decor accents. A little extra but I'm much happier with it this way.
-Next it's time to hang your shelf, You'll need your power drill here...
truth be told... I used a screwdriver and screwed this by hand but if you wanna be more professional this is how the pros do it.
a pencil and your Level will be very helpful at this step.
Simply drill your shelf into place and you're all set!
Because we hung the brackets this way, they are easily masked once you style your shelf:
I love this DIY because it can be completely customized! If you want a deeper shelf all you need is a wider wood plank. If you want a different wood grain, snag some wood stain while you're out collecting your supplies!
hope you found this helpful!
be sure to tag me in your floating shelves because I would love to see how you style them!
@Anseli__
xx
Anna
DIY Boheme Bed Linens
DIY Boheme Bed Linens
We love a quick and easy flip and dyeing these sheets was just that!
Here's how I turned old, white and stained bed linens into gorgeous, warm toned luxury:
What you'll need:
-Textile of choice
I selected a set of queen sheets, an old blanket throw from Ikea, and two shams. Egyptian Cotton.
-Rit Dye of choice
(we'll chat colors in a second)
-Salt
-Water/Water Basin/Washing machine
Picking a color:
Rit Dye has been around for AGES and they have truly mastered all things textile dyeing. Their website is full of helpful information, instruction, and yes... Color Formulas
no really, every color combination you could think of, they have a formula! Simply select the base color you're looking for and find all the different color swatches available in that color hue.
*I used "All Purpose" dye because I was dyeing Cotton/Linen*
Now I was originally wanting something more in the Terra-cotta family (more on the orange side) but I'm assuming due to the state of the world, most dye colors are out of stock! I could only find Yellows at my local Hobby Lobby, so I improvised and had to make do with what I had.
I mixed
2 bottles of Golden Yellow
1 bottle Tan
1/2 bottle of Cocoa Brown
and ended up with something close to their version of "Golden Chai Latte" "Honey Mustard Yellow" and "Buttered Rum"
How To Dye:
So obviously this is all in relation to what you're dyeing and the weight of the fabric but for a project this large I decided it would be best to dye straight in my washing machine! Yep, you heard me right!
"A note about dye and washing machines: If you have never used dye in a washing machine, we get why you would be nervous! Who wants a purple washing machine? Well, maybe us. Nonetheless, we can promise you Rit won’t permanently stain any metal component on your machine. Rit has been used in washing machines for decades, dating back to the time when the electric washing machine was invented in the 1950s. We coined the phrase “Push Button Color!” in the early 60s to promote the marriage between Rit and washing machines. We even launched liquid dye just so that it would be easier to use Rit in your machine. With that much history, you can feel confident that your washing machine will stay dye free for decades to come."
+ I set my top loading washer to "Oversize Cycle" and "Hot Water"
+ I started the washer and let it fill up with water till I had enough in there so the fabric could flow freely
+ I then added my dye
+ I tested the color by dip dyeing one of the shams to see if that was about the right color I wanted (I did this a couple of times to make sure)
+ Next I added all of my linens
+ Because I was dyeing natural fibers I added 1 cup of salt to the Dyebath
+ I gave my bath a stir and started the load- I timed it to make sure the linens had enough time to sit before the rinse cycle began (about 30 min). The longer they soak the darker the color.
+ After the load was completed I ran another quick cycle and washed the linens with my non-toxic laundry detergent and dried as normal.
*Rit encourages users to set their fabrics with their Dye Fixative to create long lasting color but I hadn't purchased any therefor I couldn't set the color. However I have noticed no bleeding and don't mind if the color fades over time (given this was my first try at DIY dyeing). *
To clean the washing machine:
Wipe around the inside of the lid and pour a little bleach through the internal dispenser (if there is one) as dyes can get into these areas. Then, fill washer to the highest water level there is and select the hottest water temperature setting. Add detergent with 2 cups of chlorine bleach and run a full wash cycle with 3 old towels.
Before
After
TA-DA!
You did it!
Be sure to comment or tag me over on Instagram if you try this out! I would love to see how creative we all get this Fall Season!
March 1, 2018
DIY Toner
It's time for the next recipe in my series of " DIY Natural Skin Care"
The delectable Rose Tonique!
Let us begin:
Ingredients:
1 Small Spray Bottle
1 Tbs Witch Hazel (Thayer's-alchol free)
(I chose the Rose Petal Witch Hazel today vs. the regular unscented)
5 Drops Lavender
3 Drops Manuka (not the most pleasant scent but oh so good for your skin)
*Optional*
a few drops of:
Vitamin E Oil
Argan Oil
Coconut Oil
Rosehip Seed Oil
Grapeseed Oil
I chose a few drops of Argan Oil for this concoction
Other essential oil options:
Tea Tree
Lemon
Orange
Geranium
Rose
Bergamot
Pachouli
Copaiba
Add all ingredients to your spray bottle and fill the rest with water.
Shake before using.
Why do we use toner?:
Toner is a fast-penetrating liquid that delivers a "quick hit" of hydration, helps remove dead skins cells on the surface of the skin, reduces oiliness, improves skin condition, and helps neutralize the pH of your skin, making it less susceptible the environment.
It should be used directly after cleaning your face (at least twice a day) because most molecules penetrate the skin better when it's wet.
How should I use toner?:
Application methods vary,
some prefer to sprinkle directly into the palms of their hands and tap/pat into skin, others prefer to use a cotton round and gently swipe it around the face working outwards, and some will go as far as spritzing their face with toner mist throughout the day.
I personally will apply directly onto my skin with my hands in the mornings (for that "pick me up) and swipe with cotton at night (to help remove any more dirt/makeup I might have missed)
Okay my natural beauty babes!
That's seriously all you need to create this incredibly affordable, beneficial, and sweet smelling Rose Tonique.
It took me a total of 3 minutes to put all of my ingredients together and I spent the next 5 minutes spraying and sniffing *heart eyes*
That's all for today folks!
I hope to see you back soon for my next DIY Skin Care Recipe!
Until then,
Love you big!
Anna
January 2, 2018
Why I Chose Young Living
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Hopefully you've had the chance to read my newest life update, if not pause real fast and give it a glance
the rest of you can continue reading.
Natural Health and Wellness:
I made the decision to pursue a more holistic approach to the healing and overall wellness of my body (as covered in the last post). I started by chucking the junky, toxic products that were in my house, i.e. ALL of my bath and body works (ya'll don't even know the half of the GROSSNESS in those body lotions), perfumes, body washes, laundry detergent, toilet cleaner, etc.
{Check out the app Think Dirty to scan your products the way that I did.
Go on,
you know you're curious}
So now I needed to replace all of them...Oh but with what??? *pause for dramatic effect*
Essential Oils:
Okay, quick back story:
Once upon a time, I was 11 years old, my mother began to use essential oils and incorporated them into our lives. They served as sleep support, and the occasional head ache but that was it...barely touching the surface.
Fast Forward,
Now I was an "adult"
*rolls eyes*
living on my own, buying my own groceries, paying for my own living expenses, and I realized that I had full control over what came into my house (making the switch to being "clean and green" much easier). I wanted essential oils again.
So I began to seek them out.
I quickly learned that the world is a crazy place and that companies will label an oil as "100% pure" when in reality they TOTALLY aren't and are often filled with synthetic doo doo and fillers that are bad for you.
Then I found the real deals.
I began purchasing my oils from a company that produces 100% pure (legit pure) therapeutic essential oils without a Multi level marketing format and it worked for me for about 2 months.
Why didn't it work you ask?
I wanted a complete lifestyle change and I knew that I couldn't do it buy purchasing a handful of oils that I had to google the benefits of in order to know how to use them. I needed help/support. I needed to see how other people were doing it.
Then I found Young Living.
{Side Note: I did very large chunks of research on this topic before making my decision to pursue Young Living and contemplated other brands/companies like doTerra Essential Oils. But ultimately, Young Living is the best in my opinion. They have been around the longest, have the largest selection of oils, the most thorough process of distillation and overall production of their oils and I felt and feel the most confident with them.}
Young Living Essential Oils:
I found a friend that had been using YL for over a year and she shared all the things with me. In the most open and honest way she shared how these oils and this company had impacted her and her family's life; I found that person that had successfully made it a lifestyle and I wanted to follow in suit.
Then she showed me the TEAM!
The team she was on was absolutely incredible, Jesus loving, boss babes, stay-at-home mamas, full-time students, the list goes on; all living this natural, clean, healthy life out daily. The most exciting part was, there was room for me at the table!!!
I signed on with her and that team became my team and I now had access to ENDLESS resources, free classes, curriculum, community, and support systems all over the world, specifically for this group of women and men!
I learned that not every team was like this, and that sadly so many people sign up into teams that don't have the structure of ours; and once you sign up, the process to switch teams is extremely difficult and nearly impossible.
And in the short amount of time that I have now been with Young Living I have seen so much improvement in so many different areas of my life. It truly has already completely changed so much for the better and I can't stop ranting and raving about it all.
I've experienced better, deeper sleep, less stress and anxiety (no really, like the second I rub this stuff on my temples or pressure points its like BOOM instant zen), improvements in my skin (which I've been sharing in detail over social media), support with my digestion, relief from muscle tension, and I smell SOOOOOOO good.
Are you tired of being stressed out, anxious, fearful? Tired of being "tired" and sluggish all the time? Tired of poppin' Ibuprofen like it hot for every headache, muscle ache, or belly ache? Tired of using Victoria Secret's chemical cocktail as cologne?
Same
How To Join In The Fun:
Buy a starter kit.
The same way there was room for me, there is room for you at the table.
These little bottles are so much more than jars of oil, and they can support you in ways that you didn't know were possible.
By purchasing a starter kit you automatically get access to all of the things I mentioned as well as 11 oils, a brand new diffuser, and your wholesale discount (to grow your collection), and I gain friends and comrades to run with and share the huge impact of health and wellness.
It's a win win all around.
$$$
How much moola we talking?
The starter kit retails for almost $300
but YL offers it for $160
I know I know, $160 is up there but I reasoned it like this:
How much did Anna spend on toiletries and beauty products at Target in the last 6 months that were full of chemicals and junk that made a negative impact on my health and well being??? (The answer was way toooo much)
I am the epitome of the "starving college student" and if I can find a way to budget this I KNOW that you can too!
You find the time when it's right for you.
Whenever you are ready to consciously make a lifestyle change, they'll still be here, waiting to make your life 100x greater!
Shoot me a message or email me with any questions and I'll happily walk you through the necessary steps to take.
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