About DLace
.. ... ....... @DirtyLaceDesign ... ...... -Founder of DirtyLace Designs, Artist and Designer- .... .......... .. Think of me as your bipolar friend. One day I'll show up in leather pants with a grungy oversized shirt and go on and on about modern design while taking a long island to the head. The next day I'll be sipping on wine in a feminine lace dress paired with brightly colored heels talking about the shortage of trees and beautiful art. And somewhere in between all that is a lot of sarcasm. This blog embodies my DirtyLace personality. Filled with personal thoughts, ideas, and inspirations that are drawn from fashion, art and design. Visit www.DIRTYLACEDESIGNS.com for all my designs and apparel pieces. .:: Enjoy ::.
![DIY : VALENTINE’S DAY PART 1 So my birthday is on actual Valentine’s Day. Before you go “omg no way aww” let me kindly interrupt you and say that it’s really not that great. At least for me personally, because it’s my actual birthday and I much rather do something completely non-Valentines related for my birthday I.e. take me shark cage diving or race me swimming to the shores of some beautiful Caribbean island and I’d say “damn that was an awesome birthday!” But at the end of the day, my birthday still falls on valentine’s day, so I’ve gotten quite a few interesting Valentine’s day gifts from boyfriends and valentines (it IS kinda hard to forget plus it was kind of like killing two birds with one stone for them). Some have been sweet but bit cliche like chocolate dipped strawberries, to some extremely romantic ones like hundreds of paper hearts hanging from the ceiling, to even some creative ones (I once got a cabbage bouquet instead of roses, which I quite frankly loved because it was just so..different). But mostly all had some Valentine relation to them. With that said, I feel pretty confident in dubbing myself as one of the best people to come to if you’re in need of some ideas for valentine’s day gift giving. Also because I have always given my valentine, or significant other, something for the lover’s holiday, even if it is my birthday. I believe Valentines’s day is a couple’s appreciation day, not Women’s day [although such a holiday should definitely exist!].So ladies this year instead of just waiting around for a gift, why not take some time to get creative in showing your significant other your love? Believe it or not, just because some men may not know what to do when handed flowers, doesn’t mean they don’t appreciate it.But you know I am all about Do It Yourself and if you’re up for it, I got some romantic yet creative ideas for you to try ! OH and fellas if you’re reading this, take notes because this will be the gift that gives back ;)• FOR THOSE CELEBRATING IN COLDER CLIMATES : Think warm thoughts Sure you can rent out a cabin somewhere, but tenting out at their place is much more unexpected. DesignSponge featured this great DIY with step by step instructions. But if it seems a bit overwhelming to create, think back to your childhood when you got creative with your bed sheets!DECOR : Get them out of the house somehow for few hours, and create your own little romantic nook filled with flowers, candles, fur blankets, and comfortable pillows. Up the romance level with a lit fireplace. FOOD : If you’re not an expert cook, no worries. Pasta is always fast, easy and equally romantic (hello Lady And The Tramp?)BEVERAGE : Who doesn’t drink on Valentine’s day! But let’s remember that we are Dirty but still classy (so put the whiskey down). Try hot cocoa spiked with Smirnoff’s Marshmallow Flavored Vodka (trust me, it is DELICIOUS).DESERT : Are you ready for this? S’MORES CUPCAKES. I almost passed out when I came across this recipe. If you can’t really bake, that’s okay, cause neither can I. You can always purchase some Pre-made chocolate cupcakes and make your own s’mores topping with your hottie by the fireplace.EXTRA TOUCHES : Since you’re already home, why not keep the warmth going with a hot bubble bath covered in rose petals. CREATIVE BONUS : Homegirl Martha Stewart has the cutest DIY ; fortune cookies made of red and pink felt fabric, stuffed with hershey kisses and your own personal love (or naughty) messages. Genius. No wonder she gets paid the big bucks.
There you have it, Valentine’s Day DIY Part 1.
If you’re thinking “But I live in a warmer climate dammit” don’t worry, I got you covered too! Stay tuned for Part 2.
Love, DLace](http://www.tumblr.com/photo/1280/dirtylace/16578842518/1/tumblr_lyfrz4RE1j1qa267o)
DIY : VALENTINE’S DAY PART 1
So my birthday is on actual Valentine’s Day.
Before you go “omg no way aww” let me kindly interrupt you and say that it’s really not that great. At least for me personally, because it’s my actual birthday and I much rather do something completely non-Valentines related for my birthday I.e. take me shark cage diving or race me swimming to the shores of some beautiful Caribbean island and I’d say “damn that was an awesome birthday!”
But at the end of the day, my birthday still falls on valentine’s day, so I’ve gotten quite a few interesting Valentine’s day gifts from boyfriends and valentines (it IS kinda hard to forget plus it was kind of like killing two birds with one stone for them). Some have been sweet but bit cliche like chocolate dipped strawberries, to some extremely romantic ones like hundreds of paper hearts hanging from the ceiling, to even some creative ones (I once got a cabbage bouquet instead of roses, which I quite frankly loved because it was just so..different). But mostly all had some Valentine relation to them.
With that said, I feel pretty confident in dubbing myself as one of the best people to come to if you’re in need of some ideas for valentine’s day gift giving. Also because I have always given my valentine, or significant other, something for the lover’s holiday, even if it is my birthday. I believe Valentines’s day is a couple’s appreciation day, not Women’s day [although such a holiday should definitely exist!].
So ladies this year instead of just waiting around for a gift, why not take some time to get creative in showing your significant other your love? Believe it or not, just because some men may not know what to do when handed flowers, doesn’t mean they don’t appreciate it.
But you know I am all about Do It Yourself and if you’re up for it, I got some romantic yet creative ideas for you to try !
OH and fellas if you’re reading this, take notes because this will be the gift that gives back ;)
• FOR THOSE CELEBRATING IN COLDER CLIMATES : Think warm thoughts
Sure you can rent out a cabin somewhere, but tenting out at their place is much more unexpected. DesignSponge featured this great DIY with step by step instructions. But if it seems a bit overwhelming to create, think back to your childhood when you got creative with your bed sheets!
DECOR : Get them out of the house somehow for few hours, and create your own little romantic nook filled with flowers, candles, fur blankets, and comfortable pillows. Up the romance level with a lit fireplace.
FOOD : If you’re not an expert cook, no worries. Pasta is always fast, easy and equally romantic (hello Lady And The Tramp?)
BEVERAGE : Who doesn’t drink on Valentine’s day! But let’s remember that we are Dirty but still classy (so put the whiskey down). Try hot cocoa spiked with Smirnoff’s Marshmallow Flavored Vodka (trust me, it is DELICIOUS).
DESERT : Are you ready for this? S’MORES CUPCAKES. I almost passed out when I came across this recipe. If you can’t really bake, that’s okay, cause neither can I. You can always purchase some Pre-made chocolate cupcakes and make your own s’mores topping with your hottie by the fireplace.
EXTRA TOUCHES : Since you’re already home, why not keep the warmth going with a hot bubble bath covered in rose petals.
CREATIVE BONUS : Homegirl Martha Stewart has the cutest DIY ; fortune cookies made of red and pink felt fabric, stuffed with hershey kisses and your own personal love (or naughty) messages. Genius. No wonder she gets paid the big bucks.
There you have it, Valentine’s Day DIY Part 1.
If you’re thinking “But I live in a warmer climate dammit” don’t worry, I got you covered too! Stay tuned for Part 2.
Love, DLace
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