10 Headband Tutorials

Happy Friday!  I've collected my favorite DIY headband tutorials for you today :)  Hopefully we will both find lots of time to craft this weekend and on Monday we can all share what we've made!  Here's to a great weekend!  Cheers, Ashley P.S. Check out my rad giveaway!

Lauren Headband Tutorial via Ruffles and Stuff

Thrilled and Frilled Headband Tutorial via See Kate Sew

Braided Headband Tutorial via Alisa Burke

Hair Wrap Tutorial via Kelly Hicks Design

Felt Flower Headband Tutorial via Shad and Lizzie

Braided Headband Tutorial by Cakies via Smile and Wave

5 Strand Braid Headband via Make It Love It

DIY Nautical Headband Tutorial via Presserfoot

Flower Headband Tutorial via On the Side of My Room

Knotted Crochet Headband Tutorial via Maybe Matilda

DIY Wedding Hair Tutorials

Spring is finally here!  I've picked out my favorite DIY spring hair styles to share with you today.  Whether you're a bride-to-be, are in a wedding party, have a prom date, or just want to get dolled up-- these gorgeous styles are bound to make you shine!

Chestnut Bun tutorial via A Cup of Jo // photo by Jamie Beck

The Side Chignon tutorial via Martha Stewart

Vintage Waves tutorial via Bridal Musings // Photo by Andrey Yakovlev 
Hair Style by Oksana Zavarzina via Behance

The Top Knot via Martha Stewart

The Gibson Roll tutorial via A Cup of Jo // photo by Jamie Beck

The Half and Half tutorial via Martha Stewart

Partial French Braid Cascading Hair tutorial via Love Maegan

DIY Curls: How To Rag Roll Your Hair via A Beautiful Mess

Gibson Roll video tutorial via Lilith Moon

Quick Easy Elegant Up-do video tutorial via Lilith Moon

So beautiful!  Which is your favorite? 

Lovely Bow Tutorials

Hey Lovelies!  How was your Valentine's Day?  I hope it was extra sweet!

I made a bunch of baby headbands for baby Ivy-- and I think a bow would be adorable on one.  I can also think of a certain pup who would look dapper with a bow-tie on his collar.  I've been collecting tutorials on bow making and am sharing them with you today.  Enjoy!!!

DIY Splendid Hair Bow Tutorial via Momtastic

Hair Bow Tutorial via Natty By Design

Crocheted Hair Bow Tutorial via Happy Together

Tutorial: How to Make a Big Bow via MADE

Zipper Bow Tutorial via Handmade by Funny Rabbit

Medallion Bow via Martha Stewart (click "next" to see the tutorial)

How to Make Hair Bows via A Beautiful Mess

Felt Bow Tutorial via The Moonlit Nest

More Great Bow Tutorials:

Felt Bow Tutorial via Sew Gorgeous

Ribbon Clippies Tutorial via What Happens at Nap Time

Quick and Easy Hair Bow Tutorial via {my friend} Earl-Leigh Designs

Pinwheel Bow Tutorial via Make Bows and More

Polished Hair Pins

Yesterday was a busy day-- but I made time to cross off a little something from my crafty to-do list.

Have you seen the painted bobby pins floating around online?  You might recall that I am not very good at painting my nails.  This project will give life new meaning to my four lonely colors of polish and one top coat.

First, pick out your colors and stick your bobby pins to a folded piece of parchment paper. 

Paint your pins.  Don't worry!  The messy part will come off after the paint dries.  

Wait a long time to make sure they are dry.  I painted mine before work and removed them about 8 hours later.  Gently scratch off the extra paint that might be hanging off the side of the pin. 

 

Remember the beautiful lace flower hair pins from elisajoy.com/mclaughlindesigns?  I think some colorful rosebuds would be so pretty on a light pink pin.  As I cross "painted bobby pins" off the list, I immediately add "lace flower + painted bobby pin".  That's what I love about crafting!  There is always a project to be worked on, always inspiration to be found, always something new to create!   

What is on your crafty to-do list?  

Wedding Fascinators for your bridal hair | White lace and cream wedding hair accessories

We know now that bridal fascinator will be the new flower hair pin or even bird cage veil. These amazing wedding hair fascinators are created by Swedish designer, Örjan Jakobsson from the design studio, Parant. He creates beautifully detailed bridal hair accessories by hand and ships his couture designs worldwide.
How amazing are these!

xo

I'm in LOVE with these Twigs & Honey Wedding Hair Flower accessories

I was looking for pretty wedding headbands and flower accessories and found the amazing Twigs & Honey. How gorgeous are these sweet flower head pieces!

And this translucent veil is so much softer and sweeter than the traditional bird cage veils.

My Wedding Hair Accessory - The perfect flower and crystal combo

Hello Everyone!

I wanted to share this amazing hair accessory designer that created my flower accessory for my own wedding. This beautiful flower accessory looks and feels like the real thing! And Mikiye, the designer,  created something even more special by adding the beautiful crystal center for a touch of luxury and bling.
I just LOVED it!

What are you thinking of for your wedding hair? Or What did you choose for your wedding?
Share below by commenting.

xo

How often do you change your pillowcase?

A few months ago, I noticed that I was breaking out with pimples particularly along my jawline. After reading up on it, I found a simple solution.

I change my pillowcase daily or every other day, and it has helped keep my breakouts under control.

Dirt easily gets into our pillowcase which makes bacteria and germs sit on our pillowcase.

By changing your pillowcase frequently it allows eliminating of  the shreds of hair, skin, and dead skin cells, that affect your skin and inturn cause breakouts.

Changing your pillow case daily or every other day can help keep your skin happier and cleaner!

Try it out and see if it works for you.

Do you change your pillowcase often?

TRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Protective Spray Review

I have been using the TRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Protective Spray and really like it! My hair is dry from having it bleached nearly 12mths ago and I have been using a moisture renewal treatment which has been great.
However my hair needs thermal protection too!

I dry my hair with a hairdryer every second day, which is how often I wash it, and sometimes I might straighten it. As my hair is already suffering from dryness/damage when exposing my hair to heat it really needs to be protected. So I had heard about heat protection sprays but never used one.

This is why I bought the TRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Protective Spray and I am really loving this.  A heat protecting spray that guards hair against heat styling damage and friction, locking in moisture and keeping hair smooth, soft and hydrated. It also coats the hair with vitamins.

This has really worked for me. I use it when my hair is damp, I just spray a few sprays around my hair so that its covered, leave it for a few seconds and then dry my hair with a hair dryer. I also use it on dry hair before straightening with a hair straightener. It leaves my hair feeling so soft and shiny. Its a must have for anyone that uses heat styling appliances ( which is all of us!) , you will be doing so much good to your hair. 

I will never stop using this, my hair needs it, its definitely made a difference to my hair and I recommend it!

I bought this from the supermarket for $9.95

Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Intensive Treatment Review

I have been using the Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Intensive Treatment and really think its made a difference for my hair.

After having my hair bleached a few months ago, my hair is dry and damaged from the colouring.  This product is working wonders to restore moisture back into my hair. Its easy to use, once you shampoo and condition your hair, you then apply some of this treatment and leave it in your hair for 1-3mins, and then rinse out.

I have found this to be revitalizing,  it enlivens my hair and keeps it feeling hydrated and healthy. I am really impressed with this product and recommend it, if your hair is dry or damaged.  I have also done a video review on this product, you can watch that here.

This is available from supermarkets or chemists and retails for around $10.

My Search for the perfect Wedding Hair accessory

This bride is on the hunt for the perfect wedding hair accessory. Not sure if I want a pretty ivory flower hair pin or a crystal hair pin, but I'm LOVING these awesome designs that I found on Etsy. Check these wedding hair accessories!

Organza and Crystal Flower by Mikiye

Rhinestone Hair comb by Romancing the Bling

Bridal Hair Flower Accessories by Mikiye

Rhinestone Flower with Pearls Comb by JMGJewelDesign

Ivory Feather Flower with Crystal Accessory by Brendas Bridal Veils