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e.l.f. Haul Swatches!

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e.l.f. Haul Swatches!

I’ve been slowly accumulating my stash of e.l.f. cosmetics for a few months now, and I thought I’d swatch out some of my collection! I have far too many eyeshadows from them to swatch, but here are a few of my new additions, and a few of my favorites! Continue reading e.l.f. Haul Swatches!

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Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob

Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob Recipe by Katie Crafts; https://www.katiecrafts.com

Recipe: Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob

A few weeks ago was the Italian Festival here in Philly. Street festivals of any kind usually mean grilled corn on the cob, Mexican style. It’s one of my favorite things to eat, so I decided to give making it at home a whirl, and it came out GREAT! You’ll definitely want to add this to your 4th of July menu! Continue reading Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob

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My Etsy Picks: Patriotic

My Etsy Picks: Patriotic by Katie Crafts; https://www.katiecrafts.com

My Etsy Picks: Patriotic

Next weekend is the Fourth of July! It’s one of my favorite days because we host an annual picnic on the banks of the river (7 years going strong!) and we sit, and eat, and drink, and hang out with friends until the fireworks go off over the Art Museum. It’s always an awesome day! These are some wonderful Etsy items that help bring out the patriotic side of me! Continue reading My Etsy Picks: Patriotic

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Nail Art: Waves or Clouds?

Nail Art: Waves or Clouds? by Katie Crafts; https://www.katiecrafts.com

Nail Art: Waves or Clouds?

Sorry I’ve been MIA this past week- I’ve had the worst cold ever! I’m still pretty sick, but I managed to give myself a cute manicure yesterday while binge watching Netflix and it’s just in time for Manicure Monday!

This is one of my favorite nail art looks to do because it is SO simple, ANYONE can do it! If you view it one way, the design looks like Summer ocean waves. If you view it the other way, it resembles fluffy clouds. Depending on your chosen color scheme and what look you are going for, you can achieve either (or both!) very easily! Continue reading Nail Art: Waves or Clouds?