AFFORDABLE GIFTS: A NEW FUN & FLIRTY SUBSCRIPTION BOX + PROMO CODES

Happy Friday, Everyone! 

Valentine's Day is just around the corner!  So, I'm here with a new Flirty & Fun Subscriptions Box that you could get to treat yourself, help spread the love or spice things up a bit, should you so desire!

Monthly subscription boxes have become quite popular from beauty to health, fashion and even art. This one just happens to be an underwear box called Panty Drop where they drop 3 new pairs right to your, or the gift receiver's, front door.

They offer 30% OFF your First Box using the promo code FIRSTBOX30.  

You choose the plan, styles, material and colors you like best, and they customize each box to fit your wants, needs and shipment frequency options.  It really is a simple, stress-free way to get a fun surprise in the mail that is suited just for you.

Underwear is a somewhat personal thing, and how one feels in it has a lot to do with the style and fit.  So, I think it is great that you get FREE Shipping & Returns on every box with NO questions asked.

They were kind enough to send me a box of my own to try out, and I have to say, it felt a little like being a kid on Christmas morning when the box arrived.  I'm loving each item, especially the quality!

MY sample subscription box, so cute!

my box included a perfect neutral boyshort and a couple lovely, rich and vibrant colored thong cuts, each s a keeper! 

a closer look, the colors mix fun and practical.

I don't know about you, but getting a box in the mail with beautifully packaged and customized surprises inside has a way of making a girl feel special.  Whether you are in a relationship or single, particularly this time of year, I think we all deserve to feel that way.  

Looking for a gift for your girlfriend, financée or wife?  They are giving my readers 20% OFF Special Valentine's Day Subscription Boxes using the promo code VDAYGIFTS16. Yay!

Wishing everyone a very Happy Heart's Day!  ❤ ❤ ❤

⤷ ABOVE LAYOUT AND PROMO CREATED BY LIESL EHARDT

USING exclusive IMAGES from Panty Drop.

AFFORDABLE ONLINE SHOPPING: RED ENVELOPE - GIFTS FOR MULTIPLE OCCASIONS

Happy, Happy Friday, Everyone!
Summer is in full swing, and for me, that means lots of birthdays are happening.  So, I've been doing a lot of gift shopping online to make it a little easier. 
In doing so, I decided I'd pick different online spots to feature weekly, here on my blog, and offer some different gift ideas for multiple occasions.  Be it birthdays, weddings, house warming, new baby, new job or simply just because.
First up, is the classy and elegant Red Envelope.  A one-stop online store my family has used for years. In fact, it was my older sister who first introduced me to it many moons ago.
They have such ridiculously cute and creative gift ideas, many with a personal touch.  
Plus, the red gift box you can get with each is a gift in and of itself to me, and my mother...we love a good, solid, sturdy box! ❤
There are almost too many great options from which to choose, but here are a few of my affordable favorites. Enjoy, and use the promo code: GIVE15RED at checkout to get 15% off! (Layout by Liesl Ehardt using images from red ENVELOPE)

1. Personalized Barley Pub Glasses

$59 /set of 4

2. Owl Corkscrew

$39.99 /each

3. Personalized Kitchen Towels

$20 /each*

*(available in 5 unique designs.)

4. Personalized Kitchen Notes Chalkboard

$50 /each

5. Gold Artisan Birthstone Rings

$59 /each

6. Delicate Inspire Bracelets

$55 /each*

*(available in sterling silver and plated gold)

7. Hedgehog Plush Baby Toy

$9.99 /each*

*(available in 4 other adorable animals)

8. Personalized Throw Pillow Cover

$36.99 /each*

*(available in 3 sizes, 10 different colors and all 50 states.)

CURRENT GIVEAWAY: Kate Spade 12k Gold Bangle

GET CRAFTY: TURN PACKAGING INTO A DECORATIVE VINTAGE PARIS BOX FOR UNDER $5

Happy Monday, Lovelies!

I'm here with a Get Crafty, what I call DIY projects, post after being challenged by my younger sister, oh yes, indeedy!
She purchased a flat iron from TJ Maxx over the holidays, and thought the magnetic box it was packaged in could be turned into something chic and decorative by moi. So, I just had to make this happen, and hopefully she approves! ;)
It really is quite simple, and can be done for about $5, spent on supplies, which allows you to make more than one if you so choose without spending more. Here is how I did it, step by step...

Vintage Paris Box Get Crafty DIY by Liesl Ehardt

1. Satin Carmel Latte Spray PaintI purchased mine at Michael's using their 40% off coupon making it about $2.50
2. Eiffel Tower Sticker or ImageI got mine at Michael's during their sticker sale made by Recollections for $1.50
3. Old Product Packaging or BoxI used the box my sister's Cortex mini flat iron was in from TJ Maxx making it free
4. Tissue Paper / Decorative Paper / ScissorsI used a sheet of cream tissue paper with script on it that a gift was wrapped in making it free, but use any light colored tissue paper / I used a sheet of Creative Imaginations scrapbooking paper called cream scroll (#17603) from Michael's for 50 cents / Any pair of scissors or a paper cutter1. Get one sheet of the tissue paper laid out flat and ready.
2. Ater spaying a thin layer of the spray paint, lay one piece of tissue paper down on top.
3. Press the tissue paper down on top of the thin spray paint layer while still wet.
4. Rub your fingers back and forth across the surface to smooth and allow the color to blend with the tissue paper, then, cut off extra tissue paper off edges.
5. Spray another thicker layer of the spray paint on top of smoothed and attached tissue paper and let dry.
6. Spray a thick coat of the spray paint on the interior of your box, no need to add the tissue paper, and let dry.

1. Peel off the Eiffel Tower sticker.
2. Center Eiffel Tower sticker on the box once dry.
3. Measure interior of your box.
4. Draw out measurements on scripted scrapbook paper.
5. Completely cut out around the measurement lines.
6. Place paper cutout into bottom of the box when dry to create a fun lining.

In the daytime using the instagram walden filter.

In the evening in a lovely candlelight glow.

Just my Vintage Paris Box et Moi..."ooh la la!" :)

♦ Get a clear sealant spray and coat the entire box to help protect it.
♦ You can glue the inside liner down or leave it unattached to give you the option of switching it out with different prints/patterns should the mood strike.
♦ Feel free to use your own creativity when designing your box by using different colors or a different main image...the options are endless!
♦ This technique could be used on a canvas or piece of cardboard to create art to hang or display as well.

Have FUN if you give this a try, and please let me know if you do by sharing a link to it via the comments below so everyone can see your creations! Yay!
Thank you for all of the continued support, and let me know if you would like to see more projects like this in the future, or if you have an idea with which you need help! I have some other fun and useful ideas in the works! :)