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Answer Vlogs - Part 4

These vlogs are answers to the questions asked in the Ask Anything post. Each vlog is based on a person's question/set of questions. Some are long, some are short and sweet. I'll post the question before the video so you can decide if you want to watch it or not. After the video I'll post any links I mentioned in the video.

Answer Vlogs - Part 1
Answer Vlogs - Part 2
Answer Vlogs - Part 3

Answer Vlog #8

Carrie asked: 
Where do you think your crafting gene came from?
When did you really start crafting?
When you were growing up, what inspired you to do crafts?
Who inspires you?
What inspires you and the things you do and share with us through this blog?

Rachel's Blog - Smile and Wave
Amy's Blog - Early Bird Special

Answer Vlog #9

Creating Trouble asked...
My biggest question is: How do you get the time to have such an amazing blog, and do a Granny a Day AND do other things too?!!

I also have a photo question - you quite often put together a number of photos in one piece so that they are almost like a jigsaw or a treasury. How do you do that?

I love your blog - I've been following for a few months now and there's always something I'm interested in. And thank you for linking to all the crochet patterns! I'm doing my own version of granny squares, although it's more like A Granny A Week with me, and it's really useful know there is somewhere I can find lots of patterns easily! Thank you.

 

Flickr Mosaics

Calendar Photoshop masks

Weekly Photoshop masks

I am sooo sorry that I completely forgot about these last two videos!! They were just patiently waiting to be uploaded to vimeo and blogged.

Answer Vlogs - Part 3

These vlogs are answers to the questions asked in the Ask Anything post. Each vlog is based on a person's question/set of questions. Some are long, some are short and sweet. I'll post the question before the video so you can decide if you want to watch it or not. After the video I'll post any links I mentioned in the video.

Answer Vlogs - Part 1
Answer Vlogs - Part 2
Answer Vlogs - Part 4

Answer Vlog #6

Amanda Asked:
1. How long have you been crocheting?
2. You have a great eye for pairing colors in your granny squares- is this a natural talent or something you cultivated? (I ask because my own color sense is abysmal! Working with non-neutrals scares me!)
3. Does Sheldon have any crafty hobbies?
4. What's your favorite (and least favorite) thing about living in Oklahoma?

Creature Comforts color Inspiration posts
Style me Pretty Color Palettes
Emma Lamb's Color Palettes 
Pugly Pixel Colour Lover Posts

Answer Vlog #7

Melissa asked...

1. How did you and Sheldon meet?
2. What made you first start this blog?
3. How much time do you spend each day crafting?
4. Can you show us more pictures of your craft room, maybe at different angles?

 

The story of how Sheldon and I met and fell in love :)

My studio tour on Chickiedee

Prayer Candles from Sweetheartville

We have had my wonderful friend Staci and her husband staying with us this weekend so there was no time for posting on Friday. So you get these today. I think I have a full week of posts planned out too! I've just got to get busy tonight. Oh and Staci and I did a vlog together while she was here. I'm excited to share that with you guys! We might do one or two more today too. We've been thrifting this weekend too and yesterday I found my dream sewing machine. I can't wait to share that with you on Thursday. 

Answer Vlogs - Part 2

These vlogs are answers to the questions asked in the Ask Anything post. Each vlog is based on a person's question/set of questions. Some are long, some are short and sweet. I'll post the question before the video so you can decide if you want to watch it or not. After the video I'll post any links I mentioned in the video.

Answer Vlogs - Part 1 
Answer Vlogs - Part 3
Answer Vlogs - Part 4 

Answer Vlog #4
Lea said... I am always in awe of your makeup--it looks fantastic in every picture! Do you have some tips you've amassed? I'd love to hear them!

Some YouTube make-up gurus I love. I've pretty much learned everything I know from these channels.
vintageortacky
SarahVictor
MakeupGeekTV 
panacea81
xsparkage 
EnKoreMakeup
 petrilude
prettyrainyday  < My friend Staci. She's just starting out but well on her way to guru status :)

On all of these, I personally think their earlier videos are much better for beginners. They took the time to teach more of the basics back then. Now many of them do a lot of sponsored make-up looks.

My favorite tip videos:
How To Contour Cheeks | An in depth tutorial 
Makeup 101: Complete Guide to Makeup Brushes!!!
MAC Brushes vs Painting Brushes
Makeup 101: How to apply Eye Makeup
Pinup Inspired Makeup 

I buy a lot of MAC products, but here are some of my favorite inexpensive brands that have really great products as well!

E.L.F Cosmetics - Really cheap, really awesome. I did a post about some of their products here. You can sometimes find this brand at Target, but you can buy everything they have online.
NYX Cosmetics - I'm just starting to use NYX stuff, but their glitter eyeliner is the greatest. You can get NYX at ULTA. 
Coastal Scents - Their duo fiber brushes are really great and waaay cheaper than MAC. Online only.
BH Cosmetics -  They have a big selection of inexpensive palettes and brushes. I haven't ordered from them, but I've been eyeing their 88 matte eyeshadow palette. Online only.

Also, if you're ever wanting to know about a new product before you use it check out beautylish.com. It's like the ravelry of the makeup world. People post reviews, videos, photos, and there are forums. I mainly use it for the reviews, but it's a great site for a one-stop shop for make-up info.

I'm also going to do a couple of blogs about my everyday makeup staples and the brushes I use all the time. I'm excited that you want to know about makeup! Can you tell I love it and can't wait to share?

Answer Vlog #5

Erika from Pinksuedeshoe asked: How often do you go thrifting? Do you find yourself buying things because you love them, even if you can't logically figure out where you are going to put them. Do you have a thrifting budget or do you just wing it How many stores/garage/estate sales do you visit frequently, what do you do for your day job, do you like it? How long have you been blogging and do you see it as something you will do for a long time? Have you thought about sponsers, do you advertise as a sponser on someone else's blog? How did you get hooked up with the craft editor gig you posted about a while ago?

Motif Magazine

Example of what I do at my day job

Thanks for all your sweet comments last week!! I really enjoyed making these. I'll have to vlog once a month or something because it's pretty fun :)  I've got to stop saying umm so much. I'm sorry about that! The next set is going to be posted on Friday.

Answer Vlogs - Part 1

These vlogs are answers to the questions asked in the Ask Anything post. Each vlog is based on a person's question/set of questions. Some are long, some are short and sweet. I'll post the question before the video so you can decide if you want to watch it or not. After the video I'll post any links I mentioned in the video.

Intro:

Answer Vlog #1
Ashley asked: What advice do you have for those who are planning their own wedding? Anything you wish you would have done differently? Was there anything which you forgot to plan until the last minuet? Also, was there anything which you weren't expecting to be much but became something you ending up paying a lot for?

My wedding advice on Offbeat Bride

My wedding advice on Broke Ass Bride

Wedding info on this blog.

Answer Vlog #2
KissMyTulle asked: Can you get me Levi's legs? And eyelashes...

The false eyelash application tutorial that changed my life!

Tips for removing and cleaning false lashes.

Answer Vlog #3

JoAnne M asked: How long have you had your blog and what inspired you to start it? Also has anyone ever recognized you from your blog when you have been out and about? 

Thank you all for your questions and if you made it through at least one of the videos, thanks for watching! I'm sorry I ramble. I can't say it gets any better from here on out. I have three more parts to these answer posts and I'll post the next set on Monday. 

Answer Vlog - Part 2
Answer Vlog - Part 3
Answer Vlog - Part 4

Ask me anything!

 Photo from the magbooth at Renegade Austin this year

Hey everyone! I've been needing to create a FAQ page for about forever so I thought this would be a good time to do so. Since I'm on vacation I won't be tempted to answer questions right away and can save them for some answer vlogs perhaps and then add them to my FAQ page. What do you think?

Got any burning questions you just have to ask?  I'll answer questions about crafting, blogging, my day job (not that interesting), DIY wedding planning, life as a newlywed, my limited knowledge about fashion, who does my hair, make-up, thrifting, you can even ask Sheldon questions if you want... anything you want to know! Ok anything within reason. You know, nothing too personal or incriminating ;). I'm pretty open, but I have the right to ignore any questions I deem inappropriate. I trust you guys though.

So have fun, ask as many questions as you want and I'll answer them when I get back from Vegas next week.

P.S.  Happy 4th of July and Happy Birthday to my Father-in-law, Leon!!