Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # GeekOwl Lifestyle and geekdom blog portfolio ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://geekowl.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://geekowl.com/blog/) - [MAKE UP FOR EVER opens new boutique in the King of Prussia Mall - Plaza](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/make-up-for-ever-opens-new-boutique-in-the-king-of-prussia-mall-plaza/) - Let me start by saying there are some brands out there that I honestly just find intimidating. Yes I love makeup but I am by no means a PRO or a makeup artist (though I have some fabulous friends that are). MAKE UP FOR EVER was one of these brands for me. I've only - [Clarins opens a new King of Prussia shop](https://geekowl.com/2017/01/clarins-opens-stand-alone-shop-king-prussia-mall/) - I’ve recently had the opportunity to attend the opening of the first Clarins stand-alone store in King of Prussia Mall. Let me first start by saying the store is gorgeous. It completely shattered my childhood impression of who Clarins was tailored to. (Yes I use to only think of Clarins as the moisturizer my grandmother - [Amazon December holiday shopping gift guide](https://geekowl.com/2016/11/amazon-holiday-shopping-2016/) - Most of this list is very budget friendly items under $100, even the more expensive tech options are still good in comparison to other sites. As always I suggest doing your homework for your online shopping. I love amazon because I can compare their sellers and with Amazon prime two day shipping is a breeze. - [Plus size gal in a tiny house; sharing my first time experience and vulnerability](https://geekowl.com/2018/04/fat-gal-in-a-tiny-house/) - The insecurity was so real I had this serious inner turmoil going on around if I really could fully experience a tiny house. I really wanted to experience smaller, more sustainable living but at the same time I felt I had to wait because I was too fat. At 300lbs I decided, I’m not sure - [We bought a home!](https://geekowl.com/2020/06/we-bought-a-home/) - My husband and I are officially home owners! After much consideration about what would be best for us, where we are at in our lives, and what we still want to achieve in the near future we decided on purchasing a manufactured home that is located in a manufactured home community. While it was great - [Rainbow Braids Loom Metallic Rubber Bands Review](https://geekowl.com/2014/04/rainbow-braids-loom-metallic-rubber-bands-review/) - Rainbow Looms have been a pretty popular topic with the kids as of the past year. (I even had some polymer clay charms made for my sister for Christmas for her loom bracelets.) So when I was asked to try Rainbow Braid’s metallic set I decided it would be a fun experiment to do with - [Majestical Jewelry Review “WHAT AN EARRING”!](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/majestical-jewelry-review-what-an-earring/) - I was contacted by Majestical Jewelry about doing a review of one of their products. They sent me an item from their fashion line and the item that I received you can find on the site under the heading What An Earring (Product code EER2995-FB) at the low price of $12 US. The earrings are - [Tristan & Eve Titanium Fashion Ring Review](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/tristan-eve-titanium-fashion-ring-review/) - Originally created as a male engagement ring the titanium wedding band rings have found their way into the fashion scene from street style to more elegant attire and sent me one to try. They are simple enough to wear with most articles of clothing. I love that the thick band gives my look a little - [NeoCell Dietary Supplement for Hair, Nails & Skin Review](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/neocell-dietary-supplement-for-hair-nails-skin-review/) - "Beauty is an expression of health…What most people don’t realize about beauty is that it is about being and feeling healthy." I was contacted by NeoCell to review their supplements. I've been on the lookout for some dietary supplements to take for my hair and skin since I've been having so many issues with retaining - [7 things I’ve learned in 7 months of owning my home.](https://geekowl.com/2021/03/7-things-ive-learned-in-7-months-of-owning-my-home/) - Here is a little background bite about our type of home. Homes made before 1976 are typically referred to as trailer homes or mobile homes though I feel like people use this term interchangeably from my personal experience. I don’t often hear people refer to them as “manufactured homes”. Manufactured homes are similar to modular - [Beauty Blender vs real technique's blending sponge](https://geekowl.com/2016/09/beauty-blender-vs-real-techniques-blending-sponge/) - Overall blending sponge comparison I just so happened to purchase a Sephora set which included an original pink beauty blender sponge. Around that same time I purchased my real technique blending sponge. From my experience these blenders both work the same. They absorb the same they dry the same, you can clean them the same. - [A winter pup update and Ultrasonic Hear Doggy! Toys](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/a-winter-pup-update-and-ultrasonic-hear-doggy-toys/) - So Kiara has been doing much better. Though I don’t think the problem is gone, but whatever was triggering her is gone. I wanted to make a brief post about Kiara’s and my favorite dog toy. Kiara has a ‘Hear Doggy!’ penguin toy that she drags with her at home. She loves to cuddle and - [8 key things you should know about shelties](https://geekowl.com/2016/05/8-key-things-you-should-know-about-shelties/) - Shelties require lots of mental stimulation be it agility classes, games or herding. They need to be challenged often. Shelties have quick reflexes. This can be good and bad. Bad in the sense that they are quite sensitive to loud noises, quick movements and environments that are stressful. Being left for long periods of time - [Wedding planning mood boards](https://geekowl.com/2020/03/wedding-planning-mood-boards/) - Benefits of a Mood or vision board I really enjoy having some structure and organization in my life. I know its not everyone's cup of tea, but it really makes my day feel polished. Having a mood board for your wedding or really any event allow you to both develop and communicate a distinct vision. - [Spectrum brilliantly bright synthetic makeup brushes](https://geekowl.com/2016/05/spectrum-brilliantly-bright-synthetic-makeup-brushes/) - Spectrum brilliantly fun, bright brushes are absolutely gorgeous and functional. I specifically chose brushes I either use a heck of a lot or ones which I didn't have in my collection. Recently I’ve seen a number of fun colored brushes but often the case is that they are very cheaply made so imagine my surprise - [Under the sea summer makeup and skincare giveaway](https://geekowl.com/2016/06/under-the-sea-summer-makeup-and-skincare-giveaway/) - Happy June and almost summer! We recently had a heat wave here but I got to thinking it’s been a heck of a while since my last appreciation giveaway. This year I decided on a themed giveaway for you lovely people. I could think of no better choice to match crashbeauty's color scheme than an - [Minted custom stylsh journals and planners](https://geekowl.com/2016/03/minted-custom-stylsh-journals-and-planners/) - Minted has a wide variety of paper and party products as well as many art prints. But my favorite items are the journals and planners. You have the ability to customize not only the cover, the inner cover but the style of paper used and even the amount of different sections within it. Journals Minted - [Visiting Speedwell forge Bed & Breakfast at the Wolf Sanctuary of PA](https://geekowl.com/2014/03/visiting-speedwell-forge-bed-breakfast-at-the-wolf-sanctuary-of-pa/) - My boyfriend’s family gave him a trip for 2 as a Christmas present to the speedwell forge bed and breakfast at the Wolf Sanctuary of Pennsylvania. So naturally I was extremely excited as well as he, thankfully his family scheduled it for March since the weather has been so crazy this winter and the car - [Summer’s Visit to Longwood Gardens](https://geekowl.com/2014/09/summers-visit-to-longwood-gardens/) - So at some point during this summer, in the midst of all of the school work, training and immense amount of projects and homework I was able to find some time to do something other than work. We decided to go to Longwood which I've been dying to do since the last time I went! - [Real Techniques on point brow set & retractable lip brush](https://geekowl.com/2016/05/real-techniques-on-point-brow-set-retractable-lip-brush/) - I picked up this little brow gem at our local Kohl’s. I also picked up their retractable lip brush because. I can never have enough lip brushes. First let me say, I love that this was a combo of both tweezers and assorted applicators. With the brow set you get the travel carrier and 5 - [Sephora's paint it pink box reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2016/09/sephoras-paint-pink-box-reviewed/) - Impression This was a pretty awesome box that was about $40 US. The beauty blender alone costs about $20. I’ve come to a realization that 1. I love sample size products and 2. Sephora puts out pretty awesome compilation boxes. Now don’t get me wrong sometimes they can be a hit or a miss (and - [A galaxy makeup explosion](https://geekowl.com/2015/07/a-galaxy-makeup-explosion/) - May it be tacky or not sometimes I need to experiment with color at the extremes and this was such a day. I did a gradient lip with my interpretation of the night sky/galaxy style eye. I used a combination of coastal scents and sleek makeup. Kat Von D lipstick in bachlorette for the base - [Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lip Set Reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2014/12/kat-von-d-studded-kiss-lip-set-reviewed/) - Hey all! I bring you my review, or rather rave, about the Kat Von D mini lip set that I found at Sephora. Firstly the application of the lipsticks is smooth. You don’t have to work for your lip color, the set is very pigmented. Almost all of the shades are very bold and fun. - [Sigma spa express mat for makeup brushes reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2016/03/sigmas-spa-express-mat/) - I’ve used the sigma spa express to clean my brushes on more than one occasion recently and I really love the experience. First off I’ve always dreaded washing brushes because come on, who looks forward to it. But this little gadget actually cleaned my brushes more effectively but also I enjoyed using the different sections. - [Sephora Favorites Give Me Some Lip product review](https://geekowl.com/2015/09/sephora-favorites-give-me-some-lip-product-review/) - I really love this group of items because I feel like for $25 someone who does not know much about lip products could find a few gems as well as find out what type of lip products they enjoy from lip tints to liquid lipstick and all the lippy love in between. Each has varying - [ColourPop lippie stix reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2016/03/colourpop-lippie-stix-reviewed/) - Along with the ColourPop eye shadows I purchased [see the ColourPop eye shadow review] I got a set of lippie stix. Firstly, might I say the lip sticks smell so darn good, sweet like ice cream cake, I’m in love! Similar to the eye shadow I found the price to be pretty accurate/low for the - [ColourPop eye shadow review](https://geekowl.com/2016/03/colourpop-eye-shadow-review/) - As you probably know when I typically go to review a company producing eye shadows I try to look for stand out items. I do this partly because I don’t need 30 of almost the same shade and partly because I want to experience the range of the company to see if I would purchase - [Sigma girl color pop brush collection reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2016/03/sigma-girl-color-pop-brush-collection-reviewed/) - I received the sigma girl color pop brush collection in my order along with the [Sigma brush cleaning mat] which I already reviewed. I purchased this set of brushes for $29.00 USD which I think is a steal as far as sigma brushes go. I used this set (and only this set) during my trip - [Too Faced boudoir eyes palette reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2016/03/too-faced-boudoir-eyes-palette-reviewed/) - I honestly don't remember the day when I purchased this palette but I wish I did. I had always loved Too face palettes because they are so incredibly adorable but I could never justify buying one because their shades are usually very shimmery or glittery, knowing that I would probably rarely ever use it. So - [Makeup Geek eye shadows; a first impression](https://geekowl.com/2016/05/makeup-geek-eye-shadows-a-first-impression/) - I’ve always heard good things about makeup geek eyeshadows but not having open palettes like a Z-palette or others that are similar. Since I now own open palettes I was able to finally purchase a few of these. I tried to pick colors that I do not already have from another company or of course - [In Neon Lights Makeup Plan & Past concert photo fails](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/in-neon-lights-makeup-plan-past-concert-photo-fails/) - So I decided today I would take a break from my excruciating projects for school (Finals of course) and figure out what in the heck I was going to wear to this concert. Normally I don’t particularly stray from what I normally do for a concert. I just dress in what is comfortable and make - [St Patrick’s Day Makeup – Emerald and chocolate](https://geekowl.com/2014/03/st-patricks-day-makeup-emerald-and-chocolate/) - So just as I did for Valentine’s Day I am going to do a few St Patrick’s day looks. Over the last year I've strayed away from making makeup posts because honestly, there are just so many out there and I want CrashBeauty to me more than just about makeup because I am more than - [St Patrick's Day Series - Pearl Lime & Kelly Green](https://geekowl.com/2014/03/st-patricks-day-series-pearl-lime-kelly-green/) - Into brights or pearl shadow looks? This look might be the look for you from our St Patrick's Day 2014 Series! How to get this look: I primed my eyes with NYX HD eyeshadow primer thin layer of white base (NYX) to really help the colors pop Coastal Scents pencil in Emerald to help the - [Product Review: It Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Vol 1 Palette](https://geekowl.com/2014/09/product-review-it-cosmetics-naturally-pretty-vol-1-palette/) - This palette by It Cosmetics contains 24 matte shades and 1 transforming pearl shade. It costs approximately $42 US purchased at Ulta. (Naturally Pretty Vol 1 Matte Luxe Transforming Eye Shadow Palette) The Hype The description found on the above Ulta page: “A true beauty breakthrough! Contains 14 luxe anti-aging silk-infused eye shadows that are - [Clarin’s Spring Collection 2014](https://geekowl.com/2014/04/clarins-spring-collection-2014/) - You can view an in-depth description of the products over at my article on FeedMink.com! Some of my favorite products are the multi-purpose blush, the lipgloss, gray shadows, purple shadow and the epic dry oil spray with SPF that I can use for my hair in the summer. I can’t stress the pain of getting - [Smile Brilliant Led Light, Whitening Pen Review & Giveaway](https://geekowl.com/2014/05/smile-brilliant-led-light-whitening-pen-review-giveaway/) - I was recently approached to try out a teeth whitening product by Smile Brilliant. Now a few things to keep in mind, I haven’t had my teeth professionally whitened since I was about 13 years old. My teeth are not naturally white. I was told they are naturally ivory when I was young which means - [Nail of the Day: Nude Half-Moon inspired](https://geekowl.com/2013/04/nail-of-the-day-nude-half-moon-inspired/) - So I attempted my first half-moon design when my boyfriend got me the Revlon Nail Art (Expressionist) in Silhouette. What I used: Milani Top Coat E.L.F. Base Coat Both colors of Silhouette Paper ring binder stickers I LOVE this set of polish. The metallic color has a smaller brush and the more nude shade has a - [HITS artemis is a holographic nail polish obession](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/hts-artemis-holographic-nail/) - So lets call this try two with the holographic nail polish by HITS called Artemis. First off, still totally obsessed. (I used this last time over 3 weeks ago, my posts are a tad bit out of order.) Can't wait to get a few colored holos. Old trend, new trend, I so don't care this - [Beauty and skincare obsessions - April](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/beauty-and-skincare-april/) - So this month is more of odds and ends I think. First love is the Clean & Clear advantage acne spot treatment, I've been having some small break outs on my cheek for some reason but this gets rid of them fairly quickly I've had it for a while though, the thought of wasting almost - [Harry potter inspired nail polish - hufflepuff](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/harry-potter-nail-polish-hufflepuff/) - So I ordered this polish off Etsy.com because they seem to have some pretty cool independent nail polish sellers and this quite honestly was the cheapest to try out at $4.00 for the mini bottle. Just as the description on the website says a very opaque golden yellow with fine black glitter that dries to - [Urban Decay Book of Shadows IV experiment for every day](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/urban-decay-book-of-shadows-iv/) - So on Friday I wore this look to Philly's Toss your cap event which included many colleges and universities in the area and a small select group from each school to represent the school and "Toss your cap" with the Mayor. But Beyond that I had taken a photo of my makeup the first time - [Artemis holographic nail polish](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/holographic-nail-polish/) - Going to be entirely honest, I do NOT know what I was doing when I took the swatches of this color and I sadly did not do it justice. I will however be using this color again in some nail art that I'll do so hopefully it will do it better justice. On all of - [Body Shop Vitamin E Intense Moisture Cream reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/vitamin-e-intense-moisture-cream/) - Well firstly, this review is for people with Dry skin or who may get Dry skin in the colder months as this product can be too much for any other skin types. This is one of my very first purchases from The Body Shop, and the reason why I keep going back. A little back - [MAC Lipsticks Viva Glam V and Ravishing first look](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/mac-lipsticks-viva-glam-and-ravishing/) - So I was super duper excited yesterday becauseeeee I received the giveaway prize in the mail that I won :) Miss B of fabugloss.blogspot.com was kind enough to host a giveaway for MAC lipsticks. (Her current giveaway: here)The two I received in the mail were Viva Glam V & Ravishing. Going to be honest, I kinda see the hype. I loveeeeee - [Beauty and skincare obsessions - March](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/beauty-skincare-obessed-march/) - So sorry for this being so late but I couldn't decide if I wanted to do products of the month or not. I decided I'd give it a try. Let me know if you think I should do this monthly! :-) I'll go from left to right! Yes to Carrot's Body Butter. I love this - [What's in my travel Bag](https://geekowl.com/2012/01/whats-in-my-travel-bag/) - I have a few travel cosmetic bags but this one has been the one I've been using recently when I go to stay at my boyfriend's house. Keep in mind I rarely use all of these products, but I'm a just in case girl so I'm prepared. I usually also have small packets of shampoo - [My (Face) Skincare routine](https://geekowl.com/2012/01/my-face-skincare-routine/) - I use a variety of products but as of late these seem to be my most used products. Mostly I remove my makeup with the ponds, clean my face with warm water, apply my cleanser. Clean and Clear I usually use in the mornings, the neutrogena acne cleanser which I rarely use or the neutrogena - [My first experience with using foundations](https://geekowl.com/2012/01/foundation/) - Probably my lease knowledgeable topic. To be completely honest I don't really use foundation often. Once in a while I will, if it is a special occasion. But all in all I don't really have dark spots or acne issues. I do however have very dry skin so if I was to wear foundation on a regular - [Beauty industry still animal testing](https://geekowl.com/2012/01/beauty-products-and-animal-testing/) - I briefly looked into what the beauty industry is doing about animal testing about a year and a half ago. Then for whatever reason I didn't look again. Recently I looked up on a personal blog and saw some company names on there that shocked me. So I think it is time for a serious - [Birthday mini makeup haul 2012](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/birthday-mini-haul-2012/) - So recently, I've gotten quite a few things here I will just share a few. I may do a video soon when I can manage to figure out why my camera keeps distorting the image :-( Anyway so recently, I went to the Cherry Hill Mall (my new favorite mall by the way!). Which I was - [China Glaze Capitol Colours (The Hunger Games)](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/china-glaze-capitol-colours-the-hunger-games/) - Okay so I happened to win the whole set (You have no idea how crazy happy I was lol) from VampyVarnish.com. I recieved them on Tuesday, shipped from China Glaze, and did a youtube video yesterday however, when I went to edit it today I had yet again the same issues with the video. I will - [Fortune Cookie Soap : The Soap Box (March 2012)](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/fortune-cookie-soap-the-soap-box-march-2012/) - This is the first Soap box that fortune cookie has launched and personally I think it was very successful. There were only 100 boxes (99 on the night of) that were available to subscribe for. Within less then 15 minutes probably it was completely sold out. There was an issue with the packaging they needed to order - [Fortune Cookie Soap The Hunger Games collection](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/fortune-cookie-soap-hunger-games/) - So I got my products from Fortune Cookie Soap this morning. Their shipping is ridiculously fast anymore. They notified me that it had been shipped on Friday. It's coming from Oklahoma to Philadelphia, PA. I've had longer shipping coming from my own city, not joking lol. The three items I purchased were Hunter Green Body Butter, Baker's - [What's in my makeup bag 2012](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/whats-in-my-makeup-bag/) - While I know this is quite similar to my Travel bag because lets face it, I only carry about 2 products in my purse on regular. (Lipstick/Gloss and eye liner) we'll call this an updated one. I decided I would do the Blog Hop via BlogLoveTherapy. You should check out the hop. ;) Anyway in - [Using coastal scents smokey palette](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/coastal-scents-smokey-palette/) - So this is my first Face of the Day please let me know if you think I should continue these or not! This is a day of many firsts, I actually took this picture yesterday and it was the first time I ever tried false eye lashes, I have a few different types but I - [TheBalm first look](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/the-balm/) - The kit was $9.99, likewise the palette was $9.99! So last week my friend and I headed over to Marshalls. A little bird told me about TheBalm products being sold there (and by a little bird I mean Rianne). There wasn't much there however near the checkout line I found a few more Items. I - [Duochrome nail polish from Mari moon](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/duochrome-nail-polish-mari-moon/) - Today we are looking at a polish by Hit in the Mari Moon Modern Set which is a green multi-chromatic polish. I purchased it through Ninja Polish [here] at $7.00. This was my first purchase through the website and once it was shipped it was quite fast. This polish brightened up this dark cold and - [Milani blush and nail polish first look](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/milani-blush-and-polish/) - You know what I always wonder, how much more money do we pay for these added features that they put on some products. I purchased my first Milani baked blush in Corallina (almost $7, Walmart). What made me think about this is the fact that I also have a L'Oreal blush which came the same - [Planning a wedding, lessons so far](https://geekowl.com/2018/09/planning-a-wedding-lessons-so-far/) - I've been wedding planning in some way, shape or form for about a year now. We knew we wanted a longer engagement. In order to both save money for the wedding to have one we'd love and to be able to share it with our loved ones. We also knew that we wanted enough time - [11 movies inspire that spooky Halloween spirit](https://geekowl.com/2018/09/11-halloween-movies/) - Every year I pretty much have my rituals. I go to Linvilla Orchards, I eat apples and pumpkin pie. I watch some of my absolute favorite quirky and scary movies. Ghosts, Witches, ghouls. All things creepy, spooky and sometimes even fun. I connect on a deep level with other Halloween lovers and I'm pretty stoked - [Review colourpop dream st palette](https://geekowl.com/2018/09/colourpop-dream-st/) - Review I adore this colourpop palette and not just because I loved DreamStreet band when I was younger. This palette gives you a 100 Watts gorgeous warm glow. I am assuming this palette was created for the summer months but I think this is just absolutely perfect for Autumn. I did not experience any flakiness - [Celebration of Harry Potter at Universal Studios is amazing](https://geekowl.com/2018/08/celebration-harry-potter/) - If you are crazy about the Wizarding world of Harry Potter the celebration of HP is the absolute most amazing way to get fully immersed that I've experienced thus far. Its like going to a marathon showing at the theaters, you're pretty much guaranteed most of the other people there are die hards too. Why - [Agent Carter's look is possible with Besame Cosmetics palette](https://geekowl.com/2018/05/agent-carter-besame-cosmetics/) - Agent Carter 1946 inspired makeup Agent Carter is one of many themed collections I've seen in the past few years and I wish there were even more I could geek out about. So when I accidentally stumbled across this gem, a marvel themed palette on a past time, I couldn't resist. Well maybe a little, - [Me time, consistently carving personal time in 3 steps](https://geekowl.com/2018/05/me-time/) - So life is tough, right? We get so caught up in the day to day, deadlines, babies, households, families, extended families, friends... it can all be overwhelming sometimes. But the key that I've found is really remembering to carve time for yourself and center align yourself with some "Me time". Here's my three step formula - [Drive ladyboss goals and networking at Fearlesscon this October](https://geekowl.com/2017/09/ladyboss-goals-fearlesscon/) - Fearlesscon is awesome Ladybosses drive your goals at fearlesscon, it's just around the corner! The weekend is full of fun festivities and workshops starts Friday October 13th (Yes they dare). If you think of yourself as a lady boss, a gal with a side hustle or just want to network with some super cool, amazingly - [Five quick tips to accomplish your goal](https://geekowl.com/2017/11/five-quick-tips-to-accomplish-your-goal/) - I am a fan of lists, organization and planning which I’m sure you’ve gathered so far. (If you are new, SURPRISE! I'm a little list OCD.) As of 2015 I completed my very last project for school and graduated in July. I followed my plan to move on my own by 2015’s end and in - [My must have Spectrum synthetic makeup brushes](https://geekowl.com/2017/08/spectrum-synthetic-amazing-brushes/) - Spectrum brilliantly fun, bright brushes are absolutely gorgeous and functional. I specifically chose brushes I either use a heck of a lot or ones which I didn't have in my collection. Recently I’ve seen a number of fun colored brushes but often the case is that they are very cheaply made so imagine my surprise - [Women in tech summit - Philly 2017](https://geekowl.com/2017/04/women-in-tech-summit-philly-2017/) - This past Friday April 21 and Saturday April 22 I attended the WITS (The women in tech summit). As always there was a mixture of workshops and talks. Friday jumped right into it while have some time to network. Saturday had a phenomenal key note speaker who really set the tone for the day. I - [make up for ever plexi gloss reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2016/09/make-ever-plexi-gloss-reviewed/) - I ordered sample sized pack of make up for ever plexigloss in red and pink from sehpora. I also received another plexigloss in my sephora pink box. So far I really enjoy these glosses. The two in this small kit are very pigmented and could even be worn on its own. As someone who doesn't - [Homeopathic medicine for sprains & bruises](https://geekowl.com/2016/08/homeopathic-medicine-zims/) - I was sent the ZIM’s Max-Arnica homeopathic medicine to try and share my opinion with you lovely people. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this product for my sprained wrist. Now I’m pretty selective about the products that I feature on this blog but it just so happened that I had sprained - [#mentalhealthmatters depression & anxiety awareness](https://geekowl.com/2016/05/mentalhealthmatters-depression-anxiety-awareness/) - I was reading a blog post over at #Adulting and I thought to myself, “Self, why have you not shown support for mental health awareness on your blog if it directly relates to you?” My story in a nutshell Well I know why, because I’ve been scared to make the connection. To have a stigma - [Top 10 roundup of #beautybasics pins](https://geekowl.com/2016/04/top-10-roundup-of-beautybasics-pins/) - Firstly, happy April fools day! I’ve been enjoying a number of the april fools day commercials (if you haven’t seen them you need to check out the essurance one as well as the google cardboard plastic goggles to start). I wanted to share the board which will be the same board I use for any - [4 Minted Holiday Gift Ideas](https://geekowl.com/2014/12/4-minted-holiday-gift-ideas/) - Hey all! So I come from a family where giving a gift card is practically a sin and some years originality runs low on gift giving. I recently stumbled across a site called minted.com when I was searching for places that make custom Journals since my little sister loves to write. (You’ll see a review - [Updated Daily Facial Skincare Routine](https://geekowl.com/2014/05/updated-daily-facial-skincare-routine/) - So I’m pretty darn sure it’s been a few years since I last shared my skincare routine (face) and to be honest it usually doesn't change much but for some reason the last month or so I've been breaking out like crazy. (I've had pretty good skin my whole life and I’m freaking out) There - [6 Eco-friendly Gifts for Mom this Mother’s Day](https://geekowl.com/2014/05/6-eco-friendly-gifts-for-mom-this-mothers-day/) - We’re all a little eco-conscious now that Earth day has recently passed so let’s apply this into our gift giving a little. Buying gorgeous gifts that are also made from recycled material can be a fantastic way to sustain the environment and still appease our gift giving hearts. 1. Here’s a gift that I purchased - [5 Fun Curvy Girl Dresses for Spring 2014](https://geekowl.com/2014/04/5-fun-curvy-girl-dresses-for-spring-2014/) - Here’s a quick list of 5 spring time dresses I love for Plus-size and curvy women from 5 different sellers and all dresses are between $25 - $100 US dollars! 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 From least expensive to most expensive. What are you loving this spring? - [10 Resources for creating & designing your blog or website](https://geekowl.com/2014/04/10-resources-for-creating-designing-your-blog-or-website/) - I could easily make a list of 100 Resources but I wanted to keep this to 10 points/tips and resources for all of your creative, coding & design needs. Some of the points even have lists of resource links of their own! The truth is when you are a blogger you need to know a - [6 ways to keep your beauty routine eco-friendly](https://geekowl.com/2014/04/6-ways-to-keep-your-beauty-routine-eco-friendly/) - The average woman applies as many as 515 chemicals in her daily grooming and makeup routine which can potentially be harmful to humans, animals and the environment. Psst, nail polish is one of the worst! (Opt for a water-based version like HoneyBeeGardens) We have to remember that our skin is an organ and to protect - [10 Natural Ways to Brighten Your Complexion](https://geekowl.com/2014/03/10-natural-ways-to-brighten-your-complexion/) - The cold winter months take a toll on your complexion. Between frigid temperatures and the lack of sunshine and fresh air, skin can become dry, pale and altogether dull. With spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to take care of your skin and brighten your complexion. Here are ten natural ways to - [My Saint Patrick’s Day favorite picks for 2014](https://geekowl.com/2014/03/my-saint-patricks-day-favorite-picks-for-2014/) - Eshakti Dress | Kat Von D Palette | Models Own Polish | Formula X Polish Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream | OCC Lip Tar | Moss Shoes | Jungle Purse Hey all! Sunday was my birthday and I thought I’d share some fun products and items featuring my favorite color Green that just so - [Be Radiant in Neon Lights Tour Demi Lovato recap](https://geekowl.com/2014/03/be-radiant-in-neon-lights-tour-demi-lovato-recap/) - So March 1st I attended the Tampax and Always sponsored Neon Lights tour for Demi Lovato. This was the first time I had seen Demi in concert and surrounded by many teen gals screaming it was still a pretty nice concert. Words of empowerment came from a number of songs both by the singer as - [Visiting Adventure Aquarium](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/visiting-adventure-aquarium/) - Sunday I went with the boyfriend to adventure aquarium with our friends and their daughter. Currently Adventure Aquarium in Camden New Jersey is offering $15 tickets for general admission until March 2nd(Use code SNOW14) so we figured now is as good a time as any for him to go to the aquarium since he’s really - [7 Swimsuit styles & my dream Swimsuit](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/7-swimsuit-styles-my-dream-swimsuit/) - Is anyone else sick and tired of the terrible weather? Don’t get me wrong, I prefer the cold but the fact that the city gets practically shut down every time it snows is getting a little ridiculous. So one of the mini sketches (this one is laughable) I did when trying to work with the - [Valentine’s Day Look Simply Nude with Iridescent shadow](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/valentines-day-look-simply-nude-with-iridescent-shadow/) - So I heard that iridescent shadows are somewhat of a trend for spring. Why not jump start the season (before the season haha) with a simple nude V-day look you can make your own?! You can really make this look as bold or as natural depending on the crease shade and the eyeliner you go - [Valentine’s Day Look with Pink and Plum](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/valentines-day-look-with-pink-and-plum/) - Hey girls, Here is another Valentine’s Day eye with a completely bright look. The lid has bright, hot pink faded out with a nice almost muted plumy mauve shade. Again, I won’t be listing the products. Make it your own and experiment with colors. (TIP: first check color pairs on the back of your hand.) - [Illustrations with shapes](https://geekowl.com/2014/02/illustrations-with-shapes/) - Why have I never done this before... scratch that, why haven't I done this since I was little and using MS paint back on my stone age computer? I made this all with shapes and distorted them to fit what I was looking for. I've always told myself I can't draw people. People are too - [Give a little Sparkle get a little pop](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/give-a-little-sparkle-get-a-little-pop/) - It has sadly been a while since I've posted a new makeup look, in fact I'm in a kind of makeup slump. I've just been so busy with life that I've stuck to the whole natural look with minimal switches. It's time to get out of that slump.This look took me 5 minutes to do - [Friday's Favorite Finds #2](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/fridays-favorite-finds-2/) - LessMilk.com I honestly think I came across this before but never the less Thomas is creating simple (and I say simple loosely) games using HTML5 and Javascript EVERY WEEK! Seriously this is going to be on my bucket list (more like before I’m 27?). Check out the games he’s created so far. Super fun and - [Chronicles of a Kiara monster: Lazy Days and Yoda love](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/chronicles-of-a-kiara-monster-lazy-days-yoda-love/) - Not much has changed with Kiara, but she has improved a little with the loud noises. I noticed that she notices them the most when she is in my bedroom, which could be because, I am in the backroom with the most windows. But for Christmas I got her one of those treat balls where - [Intuos Creative Tablet Unboxing & first impressions](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/intuos-creative-tablet-unboxing-first-impressions/) - So I saved up all of the money I got for Christmas and got myself a Intuos Creative pen & touch tablet from Wacom. For anyone who’s spent hours trying to draw with a small trackpad or mouse you know my pain and frustration. So my goal for the year was 2 big purchases. 1. - [Enjoy a relaxing day at Lush’s Spa in Philadelphia, Grand Opening!](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/enjoy-a-relaxing-day-at-lushs-spa-in-philadelphia-grand-opening/) - Yes you hear right, Lush Cosmetics now has a spa in our very own Philadelphia located on Walnut Street in center city and let me tell you that it is absolutely fabulous. As a girl that appreciates aesthetics of design in various forms I can tell you this is unlike any spa you've experienced to - [Save the Date! Epic shows returning in 2014](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/save-the-date-epic-shows-returning-in-2014/) - So I have never really been a big television person. (Less we count my childhood love for cartoons.) I've always been a movie type person but here are some shows that give you a movie vibe with every episode you watch. They leave you on the edge of you seat needing more and lets just - [Friday's Favorite Finds #1](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/fridays-favorite-finds-1/) - One of my to dos this year is to start Friday favorites to round up what I'm loving that week. There may be two items, people, recipies, stories, round-ups etc or there could be ten. But this is a way to share what I find interesting, fun, want in my life or admire each and - [6 simple steps to create a blog button with transparent background](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/6-simple-steps-to-create-a-blog-button-with-transparent-background/) - I used Photoshop CS3 for this tutorial. Everything works the same if not similar in newer programs as well as these processes can be transferred and used in free programs like GIMP with a similar setup. Step One We are starting fresh so you will need to create a new image. Step Two Be sure - [10 tips for combating winter Dry Skin](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/10-tips-for-combating-winter-dry-skin/) - First and foremost if you have severe dry skin, please consult your physician because you may need to visit a dermatologist. Keep showers short, lukewarm & pat dry skin Use less drying and more moisturize-rich soaps like Dove, Aveeno or more Eco-friendly versions. Apply moisturizer while skin is still damp. *I use Yes to carrots - [ADORE ME Intimate wear for the curvy woman](https://geekowl.com/2014/01/adore-me-intimate-wear-for-the-curvy-woman/) - So I joined the Adore Me subscription service for intimates a number of months ago. I couldn't pass up the deal to get a bra and panty set for $20. I've skipped every month until purchasing for black Friday when I purchased 2 more sets. (Which unfortunately did not count towards my 5th free set but oh - [A little bit of mustard goes a long way; Outfit of the day](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/a-little-bit-of-mustard-goes-a-long-way-outfit-of-the-day/) - While this outfit looked a lot better with my curly locks down (thank you wind) it is one of my favorite looks which is coincidentally one of the most comfortable, when wearing a (band) tee and jeans with a blazer to define my waist. Pants are from forever21, blazer from Lane Bryant and the Band - [FREE Holiday greeting card printables!](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/need-a-last-minute-greeting-card-try-these-holiday-printables/) - I know I usually misplace or forget to purchase a card for someone, last minute I have to create or find one online to print and so I've made four simple holiday greeting cards this season. I have them hosted through my google drive so you can just click on the link and download each - [Christmas 2013 Wish List](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/christmas-2013-wish-list-from-crashbeauty/) - Coaster set | OCC LipTar set | Glasses Chic Illustration | Branch Bracelet | Shower Curtain | Phosphor Watch | Oxford Shoes | Eshakti Peter Pan Collar Dress | Fox Scarf | Formula X Nail Set | Movie TrayI kept the post short and sweet. You can click on the items detail link below the - [Introducing Studio Gear Cosmetics Holiday Smokey Eye Palette](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/introducing-studio-gear-cosmetics-holiday-smokey-eye-palette/) - I was sent this product to review by Brand Backer. I received this palette a few days ago. I have attempted to wear this twice. I was really excited about this palette. It looked cool and it looked small enough to carry for travel (which is becoming increasingly more important to me). If you - [Creating Word Clippings from Photographs Tutorial](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/creating-word-clippings-from-photographs-tutorial/) - This is a fun way to make headers or even your site header using Photoshop. The way you may go about this might vary slightly but the icons are the same. This was done on Photoshop CS3. 1. First you want to open your program and create new (from file menu). I normally set my bg - [Embracing a 50's style layered outfit with flared skirt](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/embracing-a-50s-style-layered-outfit-with-flared-skirt/) - Hello, gals and guys! I hope you all are having/had a great holiday. Cardigan | Shirt (old navy, old) | Skirt | Tights (similar) | Shoes | Belt This outfit was kind of a mistake. The tights I wanted to wear were ruined and I couldn't locate the shirt I wanted (Someone raiding my closet?) - [Nanshy Professional Makeup Brush 5 Piece Set Review](https://geekowl.com/2013/12/nanshy-professional-makeup-brush-5-piece-set-review/) - I’m sure you remember the Nanshy Eye Set that I reviewed a little while back. These Buffer brushes are no exception and are just as fabulous as the eye set! If you haven’t heard about the Eye set you should check that article out for a full review and some information about the company. I - [What I wish I was wearing this Thanksgiving!](https://geekowl.com/2013/11/what-i-wish-i-was-wearing-this-thanksgiving/) - Dress | Shoes | Tights | Crown Ring | Camera Bag | Branch Ring I really love creating these outfit wishlists. I am an avid window shopper (& e-window shopper for that matter) and while I rarely purchase, I do like to dream up some lovely vintage inspired outfits. So I figured hey, we need - [Interview with Melissa Wynne Design an etsy seller](https://geekowl.com/2013/11/interview-with-melissa-wynne-design-an-etsy-seller/) - This week's interview is with the lovely Melissa from Melissa Wynne Design. Her fabulous wine glass art is to die for be sure to check her etsy shop out for more freehand goodness. Keep reading to find out her advice for those of you who aspire to open your own shop or business! Crashbeauty: How - [Home miniature ikea greenhouse for my office desk](https://geekowl.com/2013/11/home-miniature-ikea-greenhouse-for-my-office-desk/) - Lamp -Target | Owl Wax Burner - Walmart | Greenhouse - IKEA | Planters & Plants - Linvilla OrchardsA while back I found this fantastic mimic, miniature greenhouse at Ikea for $20. I was looking to have a planter the size of the container but it turns out the size was odd and nothing fit - [Interview with Ecobota botanical art Etsy Seller](https://geekowl.com/2013/11/interview-with-ecobota-botanical-art-etsy-seller/) - This lovely lady has an amazing shop full of gorgeous eco/botanical artwork at Ecobota . Keep reading below to find out more about this seller and their tips for starting your own business!We've also have the privilege in see their brand spanking new logo which is gorgeous might I add.CrashBeauty: How did you come up with - [Outfit collage inspired by Brilliant Earth Ethical Jewelry new Wisteria Collection launch!](https://geekowl.com/2013/11/outfit-collage-inspired-by-brilliant-earth-ethical-jewelry-new-wisteria-collection-launch/) - Cardigan | Dress | Shoes | Ring | Tights | Earrings The gorgeous Wisteria Collection in inspired by "Autumn Love" and by far one of my favorite collections I've seen of fine jewelry. It speaks to the nature girl inside of me. The tree branch inspired rings are absolutely beautiful and I totally wish I - [An Interview with Etsy Seller Inspired By Elizabeth](https://geekowl.com/2013/11/an-interview-with-etsy-seller-inspired-by-elizabeth/) - This lovely lady, founder of Inspired by Elizabeth, creates amazingly cool steampunk/vintage inspired jewelry pieces. Pieces run anywhere from $10 to upwards of $60. She also does custom pieces and specializes in bridal wear. Keep reading below for her interview!1. How did you come up with your shop name? This is actually a funny story. - [Flatter your Curves by knowing your body shape](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/flatter-your-curves-by-knowing-your-body-shape/) - I reach out to all of my curvy readers and emphasis on needing to know your body shape. I’m not telling you WHAT you NEED to wear because everyone is entitled to dress to their style and their creativity but knowing your body shape is half the battle to finding clothes that truly flatter your - [5 Basic & Important blogging tips for new bloggers](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/5-basic-important-blogging-tips-for-new-bloggers/) - I know when I started I had no idea of some of the tips I've written below. As a designer I see blogging from a designer point of view with an emphasis on making the experience as easy as possible for the reader. Reply to as many of your comments as possible. I can’t stress - [Perfect coat for a cold Halloween](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/perfect-coat-for-a-cold-halloween/) - Yesterday my family and I went to the "Boo at the Zoo" here in Philadelphia and I finally got a picture snapped of my new fashion to figure coat! I had some jeans and sneakers (it was just too cold for shoes and I don’t own boots yet) on for the long walk at the - [An Interview with Etsy Seller Aubrey Elizabeth Apothecary](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/an-interview-with-etsy-seller-aubrey-elizabeth-apothecary/) - Now I've talked about Fortune Cookie Soaps but Aubrey Elizabeth Apothecary may have them beat! If you haven't checked out her foodie fantastic soaps you should... just remember, don't eat them!1. How did you come up with your shop name? I toyed with many different names, but settled on Aubrey Elizabeth Apothecary. I liked the - [A Happy, Halloween visit to Linvilla Orchards featuring OOTD](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/a-happy-halloween-visit-to-linvilla-orchards-featuring-ootd/) - Linvilla Orchards is one of my favorite places to visit in the fall. If you are in the tri-state area I highly recommend a visit if you are a fall loving person. This year they also had a much larger selection for terrarium set ups which is a hot DIY currently, and a personal favorite - [Bath and Body Works 2013 Autumn Pumpkin Candle Scents](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/bath-and-body-works-2013-autumn-pumpkin-candle-scents/) - I am absolutely one of those Pumpkin obsessed crazies running around the streets in Autumn. I literately hoard pumpkin Muffin mix at the end of the season so I have it all year round. Needless to say I was extremely excited when I saw the new “pumpkin line” as I've been calling it, at Bath - [Fashion Show Curvy Closets Full Figured Charity 2013](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/curvy-closets-full-figured-charity-fashion-show-2013/) - Earlier this month I had the pleasure to attend the curvy closets fashion show in Northern Liberties, Philadelphia. The fashion show showcased absolutely stunning clothing for every size and as I missed this year’s Full Figured Fashion week I was excited to still check out some fall fashion and to see the debut of Allison - [An Interview with Etsy Seller Periwinkle Printables](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/an-interview-with-etsy-seller-periwinkle-printables/) - These brilliant printables are lively & gorgeous. Stephanie is now offering Crashbeauty readers an exclusive 25% off your order with code: CRASHBEAUTY25! Keep reading to find out more about this awesome shop.1. How did you come up with your shop name? Periwinkle is one of my favorite colors, but I also just love the word. - [Nanshy 7 piece eye brush set Review with comparison (Sigma, E.L.F. & Crown Brushes)](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/nanshy-7-piece-eye-brush-set-review-with-comparison-sigma-e-l-f-crown-brushes/) - First I just want to throw this out here. I am IN LOVE with these brushes. I think they are amazing. In this review I’m going to tell you why I’m raving about these brushes that were sent to me for review! Initially I was unimpressed by the packaging. It looked very cheap, not packaging - [Super Hero Inspired Super Playboy Fragrance Launch for Him and Her](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/super-hero-inspired-super-playboy-fragrance-launch-for-him-and-her/) - I always enjoy a nice perfume and I’ll be honest, I am a geek and happy about it. So when I was contacted to try out the new Super Playboy fragrances I was pretty stoked. The fragrances are inspired by superheroes and alter egos. I am a sucker for all geek inspired series. Although superheroes - [An Interview with Etsy Seller Pioneer Vintage Co.](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/an-interview-with-etsy-seller-pioneer-vintage-co/) - Our first interview is with the lovely creators and finders of vintage treasures at {Pioneer Vintage Co.} a phenomenal local etsy seller. 1. How did you come up with your shop name? The name is based on Michele's favorite poem, "Pioneers, O' Pioneers" by Walt Whitman. 2. What inspires you when creating or choosing an - [Customize your Blogger's Older and Newer Page Links](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/customize-your-bloggers-older-and-newer-page-links/) - **Before making any changes to your blog be sure to download the most current backup/restore file. It is a little weird that Blogger places the newer on the left and the older link on the right but with some simple code you can switch this. Go to Template > Customize > Advanced > Add - [Are you ready for Curvy Closets 2013 Fashion Show and Gala?](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/are-you-ready-for-curvy-closets-2013-fashion-show-and-gala/) - This year will be my first year in attendance at the Curvy Closets event and I am pretty excited about it. I scored a gorgeous black lace dress on sale at ASOS Curvy. I received the full list of vendors for the event which I will share with you below and I get to FINALLY - [Totally Random Things I Wish I Owned; October Edition](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/totally-random-things-i-wish-i-owned-october-edition/) - So I decided to make this a little easier... on all of us by just providing links to the items below. Instead of the full list of sellers & prices. Dress | Frames | Shoes | Wallet | Log Pillow | Fox Pillow | Reversible Scarf | Sheet Set | Bike WHAT ARE YOU DREAMING - [Disney Villains of 2013 Collaboration; ELF Look Books Maleficent & Ursula](https://geekowl.com/2013/10/disney-villains-of-2013-collaboration-elf-look-books-maleficent-ursula/) - Between the two of these you may be covered for your eye makeup through all the seasons. Transition colors and a highlight would be the only addition I would suggest. These were purchased for me by my lovely boyfriend who knows my Disney obsession. I received two palettes and the nail polish set which will - [A visit to the Morris Arboretum; Autumn begins](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/a-visit-to-the-morris-arboretum-autumn-begins/) - A week or so ago my boyfriend and I visited the Philadelphia Morris Arboretum. Yes you heard me right this little gem of 175 acres resides just within the Philadelphia boundaries. If you love Longwood Garden but feel it’s a bit of a travel the Morris Arboretum will give you some of that vibe. It - [Ageless Derma Ruby Satin Lip Gloss Review](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/ageless-derma-ruby-satin-lip-gloss-review/) - AgelessDerma’s Satin Lip Gloss is a part of their mineral makeup line. This product is not tested on animals and is 4.77 Grams at a price of $15.00 US. The color I was sent to review was Ruby. This color is very buildable on its own and is fantastic over a nice universal classic red - [This or That Thursday: Nude Flats, Not Rated Oxfords vs. Sketchers Flatchance](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/this-or-that-thursday-nude-flats-not-rated-oxfords-vs-sketchers-flatchance/) - This week's this or that is shoe related. I've been dying for some nudi-sh shaded flat shoes. These are two that I fell in love with, Which do you prefer? (1) Sketchers Bobs Flatchance or (2) Not Rated I See You Oxfords Flats - [Styled September: Soft Earthy tones](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/styled-september-soft-earthy-tones/) - This is my second official STYLED post. (The Eshakti one didn't count if you have been following along.) I’m not big, crazy into fashion, not that I don’t love certain things or that I don’t keep up with the fashion news but simply because I can’t afford it at the present time. Slowly but surely - [This or That Thursday: Short Dresses for Fall Layering](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/this-or-that-thursday-short-dresses-for-fall-layering/) - This week’s Curvy girl's this or that are short dresses to pair with jeans, leggings or tights. Think layers. One is from Fashion to Figure and the other from Modcloth. They are $40 and under. (1) On the Dotted Line Zig-Zag Tunic or (2) Sapphire For Hire Dress? - [A Trip to the Cape May Zoo in South Jersey](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/a-trip-to-the-cape-may-zoo-in-south-jersey/) - I would just like to say that the snow leopards in this area have been popping out babies left and right. (There are also cubs at the Philadelphia Zoo.) I visited the Cape May Zoo last year but it was an hour before closing so we zipped through it. This time I got to look - [5 Little Black Dresses under $50](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/5-little-black-dresses-under-50/) - It’s September again and with that means the weather (here on the east coast) is going to get colder soon. But regardless every woman needs a little black dress and I've found in my search over the years that finding a little black dress that compliments a curvy girl can sometimes be hard. Here are - [This or That: Denim or Leather/Hoodie](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/this-or-that-denim-or-leatherhoodie/) - Here is my first this or that post! I'm bring you two items that I am just torn between. I don't generally follow trends but the biker-esk style is somewhat calling to me. Plus I really don't own many jackets. So what do you think? Denim or Faux Leather? - [How to: Pinterest hover image button with custom hover images for blogger and wordpress](https://geekowl.com/2013/09/how-to-pinterest-hover-image-button-with-custom-hover-images-for-blogger-and-wordpress/) - I've had a number of people ask me how to create or add the Pinterest hover to their site. Here is the much requested information as well as some pre-made hover images from me to you. I can also make you a personalized image for your hover to better match your site's theme by color, - [Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Nourishing Facial Cream Review](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/sibu-beauty-sea-buckthorn-nourishing-facial-cream-review/) - First let’s talk about the product that Sibu Beauty sent me complimentary. The sea buckthorn nourishing facial cream overall did exactly as its name says. It nourished my skin and better than my beloved The Body Shop products. It was light, perfect for summer weather but here is the issue I found. On their website - [Expressing the Galaxy Trend with Bloomy Jewelry Earrings](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/expressing-the-galaxy-trend-with-bloomy-jewelry-earrings/) - Hey my fantastic and amazing readers, I have a new Etsy seller for you to check out! I’ve finally implemented the galaxy trend into my wardrobe with these fantastic earrings by Bloomy Jewelry. I’m pretty low key when it comes to clothes, I go for timeless, vintage or somewhat edgy but the galaxy tights and - [Concerts + traveling to Massachusetts & New Hampshire](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/backstreet-boys-jesse-mccartney-trip-to-massachusetts-new-hampshire/) - "In a World Like This" Tour, Boston and Portsmouth My father surprised us with a trip to see our Great-Grandmother in New Hampshire with a pit-stop in Boston, Massachusettsafter our outing at the Backstreet Boys “In a world like this” tour with Jesse McCartney. Unfortunately I didn’t get too many awesome pictures because I had - [Jesse McCartney Opening for Back Street Boys' In a World Like This #BackTogether](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/jesse-mccartney-opening-for-back-street-boys-in-a-world-like-this-backtogether/) - Credit: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images North America Time for another totally random life event update! While I’m not generally one to swoon over actors or musicians there is one person who I actually have liked since I was quite young and that person is Jesse McCartney. I originally saw him on All My Children (My grandmother - [Curvy Fashionistas' Unite at Curvy Closets' Fashion Showcase in Philly](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/curvy-fashionistas-unite-at-curvy-closets-fashion-showcase-in-philly/) - Hey my beautiful & curvy followers! Curvy Closets is hosting their second annual plus size Fashion Showcase extravaganza in Philadelphia! Created by Domonique Revere-Lincoln CEO of Empress Lingerie and Colleen Stovall fashion model and blogger you can find at the fabulous shortcurvyfierce.com. The Curvy fashionista event will be hosted by the lovely Allison McGevna on Saturday, - [Impact Thrift Store offers massive deals for Philadelphians](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/impact-thrift-store-offers-massive-deals-for-philadelphians/) - If you’re in or around Philadelphia and looking for thrifted clothes or furniture you might not find a bigger selection than at Impact Thrift Store in Trevose, PA. The store is located right outside of Northeast Philadelphia and has 48,000 sq. ft. of retail space. Need I say more? They even have such a huge section - [SinfulShine Gel Tech reviewed](https://geekowl.com/2013/08/sinfulshine-gel-tech-reviewed/) - One of four products sent to me for review by Influenster.com. The color I was sent is called Bottoms up and it is a creamy jean shade color. It looks absolutely gorgeous on the nail. The polish lasted 3 days without top coat before severe wearing. Doesn’t chip, wears off. With a top coat it - [REVIEW: Olay Fresh Effects {BB Cream!} Skin Perfecting Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15 (Sponsored)](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/review-olay-fresh-effects-bb-cream-skin-perfecting-tinted-moisturizer-with-spf-15-sponsored/) - Olay Fresh Effects is one of four products sent to me for review by Influenster.com in this mini-series of reviews. This is a brightening tinted moisturizer, it smells great, must be reapplied every 2 hours?! Seriously who reapplied their moisturizer every 2 hours? Perhaps they are trying to remind you that sunblock needs to be - [Philly Blog Love Happy Hour & Center City Sips](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/philly-blog-love-happy-hour-center-city-sips/) - Say Hello to Philly Blog Love, a new blogging social group for those who are in or around Philadelphia. Their first ever happy hour event was hosted during Center City Sips at Sampan Restaurant on 13th Street. It was a great time we talked about blogging, Philly and tons of things in-between while enjoying Sips and - [REVIEW: Goody Ouchless Ribbon Elastics (Sponsored)](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/review-goody-ouchless-ribbon-elastics-sponsored/) - This is the start of my 4 part mini-series of influenster product reviews. #SunVoxBox if you want to chat on twitter about it! This item has been sent to me for review. The purpose of these ribbon elastics is to not only be functional for hair but to also look stylish on your wrist which - [Fake Tattoos Nail Art for the Busy Girl - Sponsored](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/fake-tattoos-nail-art-for-the-busy-girl-sponsored/) - Fake Tattoos is a European brand of quite obviously fake tattoos that ship worldwide. They carry both stock and custom tattoos. Many of which are absolutely gorgeous. I always suggest to people who want to get a tattoo that they've had drawn or drew their self they should get a temporary tattoo of it to - [Wearing Eshakti this summer at Wildwood's boardwalk](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/wearing-eshakti-this-summer-at-wildwoods-boardwalk/) - So here is a picture of my Eshakti dress: Color Block Dress with my less than spectacular pose and lollipop in my mouth haha. We were supposed to get a shot of me on the beach and forgot. Hair is braided around to one side and then in a low bun. I also didn't have my - [Get to Know Me: Beauty Blogger Tag!](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/get-to-know-me-beauty-blogger-tag/) - It's been a while since I've done a Tag post. I thought this one would be fun to do and informative for all of you! 1. Is your hair naturally curly or straight? My hair is naturally very curly, I have a tough time keeping it straight in humid or during the summer, the front - [Independence Day & Weekend](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/independence-day-weekend/) - We had an eventful weekend and this post will have quite a few photos. My boyfriend and I went to Woodstown, New Jersey near his home for their annual parade and spent some time with his friends. I'm such a city girl I was flabbergasted at how many different types of tractors there are haha. - [GIVEAWAY Firmoo Classic Series Glasses and Sunglasses Sponsored](https://geekowl.com/2013/07/giveaway-firmoo-classic-series-glasses-and-sunglasses-sponsored/) - I came across this brand which I actually featured in a recent post [here] and the day I was writing up that post Firmoo.com actually contacted be about doing giveaways which I thought was just absolutely perfect. I know how difficult it is to even think about paying for glasses especially when you’re glasses are - [First Impressions with Julep Maven June Nantucket Charm It Girl Box](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/first-impressions-with-julep-maven-june-nantucket-charm-it-girl-box/) - For anyone who doesn't know Julep maven is a subscription box for Julep nail polish costing $19.99 per box. (June Nantucket It Girl Box) So here’s how the process went down: I went to the site and finally found a box worth starting for so I put it in my cart. Upon ordering I had - [Perfect Sunglasses to Compliment Your Face Shape Featuring Firmoo](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/perfect-sunglasses-to-compliment-your-face-shape-featuring-firmoo/) - Choosing the perfect sunglasses can be a feat and lets face it most of us are guilty of choosing sunglasses that exaggerate our face shape rather than compliment it. I've complied some do's and don't to finding the perfect sunglasses for you. This is not to say you can't wear certain shapes because do what makes you - [H&M and Children's Place Kid Summer Fashion](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/hm-and-childrens-place-kid-summer-fashion/) - I just want to say Happy Birthday to my sister Mikayla. For her birthday I got her some new summer clothes, shoes, a purse and some sunglasses that she loves. She's our little fashion diva. I totally wish I was rich and could give her all the clothes she loves! But I thought it would - [FOTD: 24 Karat Eyeliner with Glamour Doll Eyes](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/fotd-24-karat-eyeliner-with-glamour-doll-eyes/) - So okay it's more like eye of the day since I really only did the eye makeup to walk around the house in.I've done this look a few times before, normally there is more black and a thinner line of gold but I generally just wing it.The base of my eye is a skin tone - [Sephora Ariel Collection: Disney Princesses](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/sephora-ariel-collection-disney-princesses/) - Photo and Art by The Nail Network First off I just want to say have you seen the amazing nail artwork by The Nail Network? There is Ariel nail art and OH MY GOODNESS I wish these were pre-made and readily available because I would so rock these lol. I love Disney and the Disney - [REVIEW: Lorac Pro Palette and Swatches](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/review-lorac-pro-palette-and-swatches/) - For my birthday I got the Lorac Pro Palette. Now there are quite a number of neutral eyeshadow palettes out there now and the one issue I always have with inspecting them is that they have too many shimmery, glittery etc. Type shadows. I wanted to see matte every day eye shadows and the Lorac - [Philly FABB and Deneen Marcel kick start summer with white party!](https://geekowl.com/2013/06/philly-fabb-deneen-marcel-kick-start-summer-with-white-party/) - Thursday night I went to my second Philly FABB event which was hosted at Philadelphia’s very own Deneen Marcel Lashes on 4th& South St. The theme of the party was a “White Party” and my first white party ever! I mean as far back as I can remember anyway haha. Every person in attendance - [BEAUTY 101: What's Your Face Shape](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/beauty-101-whats-your-face-shape/) - Determining your face shape can be somewhat tricky since we all have different shapes and sizes but here are some things you can use or do to help you determine your shape: Use a large enough mirror so you can see your whole face.Put ALL of your hair back out of your faceTake a photo - [FREE weekly blog planner printable](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/free-weekly-blog-planner-printable/) - No, not literately the beginning (I wish haha) but this is the first printable I've made and offered on CrashBeauty.com. I've started working with creating printable items related to blogging. I've always been a planner type of girl, things go in my computer calendar or gets written in my physical planner. I have more office supplies then I would probably ever need - [First Impressions; West Elm Grand Opening](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/first-impressions-west-elm-grand-opening/) - West Elm is an amazingly awesome store. It’s gorgeous inside and out. Recently I attended the Grand Opening of the King of Prussia West Elm store located in the court and believe me when I tell you I wish I could buy everything in the store. The art promotion for the grand opening was done - [Totally Random Things I Wish I Owned: May Edition 2013](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/totally-random-things-i-wish-i-owned-may-edition-2013/) - 1. Night To Remember Ruffled Curvy Plus Dress $42.99 at shopruche.com 2. Kelly Swimsuit by Kiyonna at a whopping $118.00 over at LaneBryant.com 3. Ceramic Snow Owl Tea Candle Holder $18.00 at UrbanOutfitters.com 4. Wacom Bamboo Connect Pen Tablet (CTL470) $79.99 at Amazon.com 5. Fergalicious Tiny Too Wedge Pump $49.95 at dsw.com 6. Play Me A Polka Dot - [STYLED: 2013 Color Of The Year "Emerald"](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/styled-2013-color-of-the-year-emerald/) - A new series here at CrashBeauty will be "STYLED". I practically never post photos of what I wear and I finally decided would, on occasion post some images. Clothing fashion is probably one thing I constantly am working toward improving because I use to always buy what fit and not what I enjoyed wearing.In the - [WEST ELM GRAND OPENING PARTY IN KING OF PRUSSIA!](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/west-elm-grand-opening-party-in-king-of-prussia/) - And you’re all invited!! Anyone in the area should come check out the new store in King of Prussia, PA. On May 15th (6:30PM – 8:30PM) West Elm will have a grand opening party with refreshments and a 10% discount! Plus some of the proceeds go to Main Line Animal Rescue so I’m super - [REVIEW: Ivory 2IN1 Hair & Body Wash](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/review-ivory-2in1-hair-body-wash/) - A week or two ago I received this Ivory 2IN1 Hair and body wash in the mail from Influenster.com. Now I'm always skeptical of 2IN1's but overall Ivory performed higher than I expected. I would like to make one point Ivory claims to be a 2 in 1 meaning both hair and body. It also however, makes - [12 Box subscriptions you should know about!](https://geekowl.com/2013/05/12-box-subscriptions-you-should-know-about/) - During my search I found literately hundreds of sample boxes and subscription boxes you can get pretty much related to anything, here are 12 that I found most interesting. 1. Papirmasse Art [HERE] $5/month ($10/month internationally) includes shipping. "Papirmasse is a subscription that delivers a monthly print with art on the front & writing on - [Book lover's Gem in StoriArts](https://geekowl.com/2013/04/book-lovers-gem-in-storiarts/) - Let’s be honest, in the last year or so I've become a little obsessive with scarves. To me scarves are a perfect accessory since many days I just wear jeans and a t-shirt. Now what’s the hardest possession for me to give up? My books, I have two book cases in my teeny, tiny room - [REVIEW: Better Homes Ceramic Owl Wax Burner & Cubes](https://geekowl.com/2013/04/review-better-homes-ceramic-owl-wax-burner-cubes/) - I’ve had a number of people ask me about the ceramic white owl that is on my desk. It’s actually a wax burner. I purchased the brand better homes from walmart, the Owl Scented Wax Warmer (large sized) for $15.00 USD and the bulb is included. Practically every time I go into Walmart now I - [Review: Go Palettes Paris & London from CoastalScents.com](https://geekowl.com/2013/04/review-go-palettes-paris-london-from-coastalscents-com/) - First I would like to discuss the price because as a general bargain shopper that I am, I always either look for sales or products that are inexpensive with great reviews or recommendations. These palettes run for $8.95on the CoastalScents.com website and let’s be honest, we know we can get them cheaper because Coastal Scents - [Plus Size Fashion - East Coast Style](https://geekowl.com/2013/03/plus-size-fashion-east-coast-style/) - Plus-sized Girls watch out, Torrid watch out! I found an amazing looking store Fashion to Figure(fashiontofigure.com) while walking through the Cherry Hill Mall in New Jersey. This is a retain chain from New York down to Maryland. Specializing in styles from 12-26. If you love vintage styled clothing you will adore this store just as - [Disneys Oz inspired makeup](https://geekowl.com/2013/03/disney-oz-inspired-makeup/) - So for my birthday week/ Spring Break week I went down to florida for Phillies Spring Training which was amazing. I had lunch and dinner with family on my birthday and I got to go see Oz with my friend and my boyfriend. I had a amazing week and this photo is from Opening day - [Is payless shoes still relevant?](https://geekowl.com/2013/02/payless-shoes-still-relevant/) - Now don't get me wrong I love inexpensive shoes. I don't however enjoy cheaply made shoes. This is a problem I have with Payless. I spent most of my childhood wearing shoes from here, (mostly summer shoes) Payless use to be an affordable way to get somewhat nice shoes but without breaking the bank. Now however, I - [Review: ELF Jumbo Pencil](https://geekowl.com/2013/02/review-elf-jumbo-pencil/) - So many of us know about ELF and the hits or misses you can get with them. I love that they are constantly putting out new products and some can be dupes for big brand names at a cost of merely $1 to $5 dollars a pop depending on which line its in. Relatively recently - [Urban Decay and Opi Oz inspired makeup sets](https://geekowl.com/2013/02/urban-decay-opi-oz/) - So if you haven't heard Disney is releasing a movie by the name of Oz the Great and Powerful and clearly in the title you can tell what its about and boy am I excited. To make it even better Urban Decay and OPI have released Oz collections! The movie is released one day before - [100 Things to get Happy About](https://geekowl.com/2013/02/100-things-to-get-happy-about/) - I complied a list of 100 aspirations and things I want to complete. Some of these have multiple parts. I've always been a very quiet person and I've generally viewed life through a window. The last few years I have been putting myself out there more and more to experience more of life and I love it. - [Window Sill planters](https://geekowl.com/2013/01/window-sill-plants/) - I purchased three plants for my window sill since I have a wide window sill by my bed I always wanted to have plants in my room so I got a small greenhouse from IKEA that I will put plants in as well as these three containers (which were less than a dollar, I forget - [Totally Random Things I Wish I Owned: January Edition 2013](https://geekowl.com/2013/01/totally-random-things-i-wish-i-owned-january-edition-2013/) - Add caption So sometimes I re-post things, I haven't purchased but here are some of the items I'm still/newly lusting over.1. Smashbox Master Class Palette at $59 Sephora.com2. Enchanted Evening Curvy Plus Size Dress in Wine $36.99 at shopruche.com3. IMAX halford owl pillow $35.06 at Walmart.com4. Women's Phosphor Appear Black Crystal Watch with a Black Nylon - [Harry potter and the hunger games inspired etsy bracelets](https://geekowl.com/2013/01/harry-potter-hunger-games-etsy-bracelets/) - I haven't had many purchases as of recent. However, I did order 4 bracelets from a China etsy shop. I figured it would be easiest to simply screen capture my order with the shop details and all. If you click on the information on the right it will show you the details on each item I purchased, - [Totally Random Things I Wish I Owned: September Edition](https://geekowl.com/2012/09/totally-random-things-i-wish-i-owned-september-edition/) - I know I skipped a few months, but I really wanted to post this. Funny thing is it was suppose to be done for August so since then I've purchased a few of these products lol.P.S. Here's my awesome secret for shopping some things from Mod Cloth. Find an item that you really like (doesn't - [Rainbow highligher eyeliner](https://geekowl.com/2012/08/rainbow-highlighter-eyeliner/) - Hey All, I start school tomorrow so I wanted to have at least one thing up. I'm going to plan to post twice a week, work it into my schedule. Try to pick certain days or something. I miss blogging! Anyway so here is the look, I've worn it a few times, slightly different ways. - [Sailor dramatic eye makeup](https://geekowl.com/2012/07/sailor-dramatic-makeup/) - This is a bit of a bold fun look, to be honest unless it was halloween I would not wear this out lol but it was totally fun to mess around with. If you'd like to see a tutorial on a look very similar to mine check out the video at the end of this - [Sigma's Mrs. Bunny Travel Brush Collection](https://geekowl.com/2012/07/sigmas-mrs-bunny-travel-brush-collection/) - So in April, I purchased the Mrs. Bunny Travel Collection. All the brushes that I wanted were in the travel size and hey if I can save some money by purchasing the travel size then so be it lol. Upon arrival it of course had lovely packaging and each individual brush was packaged inside of the container itself so - [Stone Cold matte nails](https://geekowl.com/2012/06/stone-cold-matte-nails/) - So I still have my nail polish that I won in their cardboard boxes since lets be honest, I need proper storage for my nail polishes lol there isn't enough room! I was thinking about that China Glaze Riveting color (the bright orange jelly) but I was feeling a little...edgy? So I went with darker - [Virus Insanity Duochrome Eye Shadows](https://geekowl.com/2012/06/virus-insanity-duochrome-eye-shadows/) - So a little over a month ago I received my samples from Virus Insanity. All of the samples that I purchased were duo-chromatic and they have quite a good selection. I had 5 samples, I tried to get a variety of colors but I mostly picked cool tones ones. I honestly can't remember if I had picked - [Totally Random Things I wish I owned: June Edition](https://geekowl.com/2012/06/totally-random-things-i-wish-i-owned-june-edition/) - So today I thought I would start something new, I have a tendency to window shop online (and in stores, lets be honest) So here are 8 Things I've been pining over this past month (and in some cases even longer then that!) What have you been dreaming about? Pool Green Cotton Mary Jane (Urban - [First Makeup Tutorial: Natural](https://geekowl.com/2012/06/first-makeup-tutorial-natural/) - So I did my first Make-up Tutorial. Lighting wasn't so hot and my skin has been an utter mess (I don't much like wearing heavy foundation). But It's a pretty simple, basic "No Makeup" look apart from the lips. I mention most of the products as I go but I'll have a picture of them - [the soap box get inked summer box](https://geekowl.com/2012/06/soap-box-get-inked-summer-box/) - Okay, so I've posted about this one time before however I will still let those who don't know in. The Soap Box is a subscription service by FortuneCookieSoap.com (Which if you haven't their products you should!) It is somewhat similar to a birchbox but in this case all of the products you receive are FCS products and - [Urban Decay major makeup haul](https://geekowl.com/2012/06/urban-decay-haul-may/) - **PICTURE HEAVY POST** So I've probably had this stuff for about a month, using it constantly. I can give a few mini reviews. If anyone wants a more in depth review on something please let me know. I purchased a few things however almost everything was from their Sale section. I really wanted to try - [Aqua Bright Winged Liner with Urban decay](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/aqua-bright-liner-urban-decay/) - Mostly I used Urban Decay products. I wore this on a day out with my friend, The shirt I had on had a bird on it which was the reason I did the extreme wing :) You don't have to go quite as crazy as I did, but I like to try new things! Urban - [Q102 Springle Ball concert 2012](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/q102-springle-ball/) - So after my extremely nerve wrecking interview (They seemed to really like me, brownie points I made them laugh.) I had to head over on the subway, to the sports complex for a concert that my family was going to. Here's some photos: & some music: We had a pretty good time, Jaclyn was loving - [Henna for hair - lush cosmetics](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/henna-for-hair/) - So I got the latest Lush times in the mail the other day and finally got around to reading it today. As I'm flipping through (p. 42-43 for anyone who gets the paper) I read about these bars, and at first I just scanned the page the bottom of the first page caught my eye - [Community College of Philadelphia class of 2012](https://geekowl.com/2012/05/ccp-class-of-2012/) - A little bit of IRL and the reason why I have been struggling to remain active these last few week. On Saturday I graduated from College. This is from the Community College of Philadelphia, which has over 17,000 students and which of those 17,000 > 2,000 of us graduated. Yes, they called 2,000 names individually. - [Plus size spring fashion haul](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/plus-size-spring-fashion-haul/) - Just a word to the wise, I took a lot of photos! :-D So I actually got some of this stuff a few weeks ago and kept putting off the post for one reason or another but this shirt I actually had on in one of my videos. I love this mint color for spring, - [Spring time easter egg nail of the day](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/easter-nail/) - I decided I'd redo my nails since they were chipping away and breaking sadly. I can always tell when I've had an overworked week when my nails are mostly broken by the end of it! SAD FACE Anywho I decided to use my Revlon nail polish in whimsical. I also used Sally Hansen's hard as - [Penn Academy Dance Recital 2012](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/penn-academy-dance-recital/) - My sister had her Recital this weekend that just past. I decided today I should post some photos I took because it was too adorable. I really hope she decides to continue with it, I actually enjoyed it more then I thought I would have. They went from youngest to oldest and the younger children - [makeupmania La femme first look](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/makeupmania-com-la-femme/) - I ordered from makeupmania.com recently and I feel like not even two days later this stuff was at my door. CRAZY fast shipping. Which also makes me excited with the website because I am totally up for doing business with them again. (Plus they carry a lot of Ben Nye stuff YES PLEASE!) I only - [EBAY inexpensive pocket watches](https://geekowl.com/2012/04/ebay-pocket-watches/) - So I finally got all of my pocket watch necklaces in the mail. I ordered three of them from three different sellers via ebay.com. What prompted me to check ebay was modcloth.com. I adore modcloth. Almost everything they sell. However, most of their stuff that I like is out of budget for me or better - [Neutral Pop with China Glaze's Hunger games collection](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/neutral-pop-china-glaze-hunger-game/) - Weekly Nail: China Glaze's Fast Track and riveting. Probably a more neutral look for me. Which isn't often at least with my nails. I love the orange (riveting) however, I thought it would be too bright atm so I toned it down with the neutral color but it has some gold in it. My nails are so - [Charming Charlie's Summer style](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/charming-charlies-summer-style/) - Now I'm more of a neutral's girl when it comes to my purses I don't go all crazy and I want something that will go with most of what I have. Here are a few that caught my eye on charmingcharlie.com. Anchor's Away Tote : $29.97 Straw Look Satchel: $34.97 Stunning Straw Handbag: $39.97 This - [China Glaze Hunger games polish](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/hunger-games-china-glaze/) - Oh yeah so, considering my day tomorrow consists of Driving lessons at 8:00AM (SUPER NERVOUS) and a series of meetings and a overall hectic day at work so I will not see The Hunger Games movie until tomorrow night. But that doesn't mean I can't start getting ready now. So I couldn't exactly decide on - [Space freeze-dried ice cream is amazing](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/space-ice-cream/) - So this is probably my most random blog entry but... have you ever had freeze dried ice cream? For some reason I loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee it. But I can count on my one hand the times I've had some. Twice from the Smithsonian in Washington D.C., twice from The Franklin institute in Philadelphia, and now once from the American Museum - [St. Patrick's Day in New York City](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/st-patricks-day-in-new-york-city/) - So at the last minute on Friday while I was at work. (I work at the college I attend in the student life) I was offered free tickets to New York to see Wicked the following day. Which just so happened to be Saint Patrick's Day! Absolutely CRAZY! Apparently people cancelled so we had - [Create your own makeup brush holder](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/create-brush-holder/) - So I decided to post a video while I created my new Brush holder. I've been using my brush roll and quite honestly I don't think that I want to keep all of the brushes in there especially since I keep accumulating more brushes. The Items I used were all from A.C. Moore which includes: - [Book in Review: The Hunger Games](https://geekowl.com/2012/03/the-hunger-games/) - Yeah, I'm a book worm. So on a totally unrelated topic from beauty. I read these books, The Hunger Games Trilogy last weekend. The books are a quick, fun read I decided to read one a day. I even read them through my excessively hectic schedule that was last week. I've seen these books for - [Oh for the love of.......Earrings!](https://geekowl.com/2012/02/oh-for-the-love-of-earrings/) - I mean seriously, who makes a blog post about earrings? Yeah This girl. So in recent months I've gotten some earrings. Typically I only wear or wore gold/white gold earrings because of some skin reactions (like what does my skin not react negatively to lol.) But I've found out recently that now I can wear ## Pages - [Home](https://geekowl.com/) - Lifestyle View All life March 23, 2021 7 things I’ve learned in 7 months of owning my home. Here is a little background bite about our type of home. 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