Express Sale Beginning at Midnight!

Checkout Express for their 40% OFF EVERYTHING Sale starting at Midnight, 1/24!!!

REMINDER!!!

Don't forget to check out my site, Phoenix Rising Boutique!  I am currently in the process of bringing my unorganized ladies an earring organizer to hang their favorite earrings on their walls, not only to keep them tangle-free, but to have in view to choose for your chic outfit for the day!  If you haven't seen it, check out my Instagram page!  Also, there is a link on my blog to the right that says 'Visit my Store."  I'll leave the link here to directly take you there!

Peace & Happiness!

~Erika

DSW

Most sales for DSW ends today!  Rewards Members can earn 2X the points and Premier Rewards Members can earn 3X the points, BUT that ends today (1/21)!

Looking to shop early for Spring and Summer?!  Check out DSW's strappy sandals they have for UNDER $60!!!

Also, 

Don't say I didn't tell you so!

Peace & Happiness!
~Erika

Update on Boutique!

I have been slacking in the department of keeping up with my online boutique!  Shame on you, Erika!  However!  All of that is changing!  I am currently working on some new projects and beginning a new technique for the earrings to get much more wear and tear out of them!  If you haven't been to the site yet, please check it out here!  I have great stuff for family, friends, coworkers, you name it!  Here is a preview of what you would see on the site... All of the earrings are uniquely named so that they are easier to identify. 



"Egyptian Goddess"                                     "Ready to Hoop?"

"Victorian Charm"                                           "The Chandelier"

Make sure that you stop by TODAY and order a pair.  Also, check out my Facebook page, as I will be having a giveaway for the New Year!  Comment below and/or on my Facebook page if you think I should do a monthly giveaway!  Details of the giveaway and rules will be on my page by 5:00pm EST TODAY!

Peace & Happiness!

~Erika~

DIY Fun!

I'm back on my A game and ready to take on any adventure that is put in front of me.  For a while now, I have been getting into the routine of DIY projects.  One of my major goals is to get a sewing machine, learn to sew a simple pattern, and have straight lines!  LOL!  At my beginners class, my lines looked off like a drunk driver taking a sobriety test; ALL OVER THE PLACE!  But that's why it takes practice and I'm ready for that adventure.   Eventually I want to be able to revamp thrifted clothes to fit my style.  Lately, I'm back to working on jewelry, particularly earrings.  Here's a few of my projects I took on this weekend.

This was my canvas that I started with.  All purchased from the thrift store.  $1 a piece!  With some minor changes, I made them into dime pieces.  Pretty proud of the ones at the bottom right corner :)

I bought these because I thought they were cool, but obviously my name doesn't start with a "J."  Any takers out there who are willing to purchase them, they are only $5.  Hit me up and I'll send you a PayPal invoice!

These are the beauty of the beast right here.  Just a minor paint update and they look brand new.  Willing to sell too, but thinking about keeping them for myself!

Here are some 1 1/2 inch buttons (I believe) that I will be making button earrings out of.  Simple, fast, and chic.  I love the inexpensiveness of them and the fact that I can make them from whatever fabric I choose!  Win-Win!

This is the finished product of what I purchased except the mirrored earrings (already had the mirror plates).  These were selected by my cousin, a friend, and a colleague.  Came out pretty darn good if I don't say so myself!

This is my workspace.  Isn't she lovely?!!  I spend some time there budgeting my bills and completing my DIY projects here.  If you don't have a glue gun, you DEFINITELY should get one!  One of the best inventions!  The desk I purchased from my local thrift store for $30.  I changed the pull out and placed a zebra print liner from Walmart on top hence sticking to my black and white theme.  I had so much fun with that I placed the same print on top of my rusting file cabinet.  Looks new with a hint of style!

Here is an oldie, but goodie DIY project.  A quick project for anyone looking for storage space to hold necklaces and bracelets.  Although I'm thinking of revamping the bracelet idea, the necklace holder has been wonders for me.  The only thing now is that I need a bigger one!  Another project in the works!

Here are some of the new items I bought to continue with the fun.  I'm looking forward the most to taking the white tank I found in TJMaxx ($4.99) and placing a picture on it with the iron on image paper I purchased from Michael's ($9.99).  Can't wait to show you how that turned out!

These are just some quick ways to have some DIY fun.  I will be doing more over the weekend (fingers crossed).  May not get to do all I want since I'm celebrating my one year anniversary with my soon-to-be-hubby!  Plus, another engagement photo shoot with my friend, TK, so a busy weekend ahead.  Let me know what you like to DIY to give me ideas!  Love to share with you all soon! :)