FANCY PANTS MARSHMALLOWS | The Kitchy Kitchen Happiness is a homemade marshmallow nestled in a cup of steaming hot cocoa. Or actually, happiness is about one minute later, when the marshmallow starts to melt, slowly enveloping the chocolate in a blanket of white sweetness. Of course it’s easiest to reach into a bag and pop a jet puffed marshmallow on top of your cup, but if you have a little bit of time (truly, it doesn’t take that long to whip up a batch, about 20 minutes) making marshmallows by scratch really makes a difference. For one 9 x 13 inch baking pan of marshmallows about 1/2 cup powdered sugar 3 1/2 envelopes (2 tablespoons plus 2 1/2 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin 1 cup hot water, divided 2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large egg whites 1 teaspoon sriracha 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, for garnish 1 teaspoon smoked sea salt, plus more for garnish 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon dried and crushed lavender, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon honey 3/4 cup salted caramel sauce (recipe below)
ALL HAIR, ALL WEEK photos/post/graphic design: Kristin Ess The shorties have spoken! Here’s a tutorial for all the lobs + bobs out there. Start with clean, dry hair.Part your hair all the way around in a big horseshoe shape about 1- 1 1/2 inches above your ear. We’ll try and do more updos for short hair! Tags: a fine frenzy, ali sudol, beauty 2013, beauty tutorial, graduation hair, graduation hair 2013, how to, how to for short hair, kristin ess, kristin ess hair, party hair, party hair 2013, prom hair, prom hair 2013, prom hair for short hair, short hair for a party, short hair tutorial, short prom hair, summer hair 2013, summer hair ideas, the beauty department, thebeautydepartment hair tutorials, thebeautydepartment.com, tutorial, tutorial for short hair Related posts:
13 Cards For Couples With An Unconventional Definition Of Romance Finding the perfect card to give your spouse isn't easy when most of what's out there is Hallmark-grade, lovey-dovey mush. If that kind of overly sentimental stuff makes you uncomfortable and/or want to puke, just know you're not alone. Below, we've rounded up 13 alternative greeting cards for couples with a sense of humor and a less traditional idea of what constitutes romance. HALLOWEEN BEAUTY HELP Last minute costumes can be hard enough to pull together, so we want to help you stress a little less about the hair and makeup part. We’re showing you how to combine some of our tutorials to create complete beauty looks for some of the loveliest Halloween costumes. We’ll be doing another round tomorrow, so make sure you check back in! Tags: 1950's, all hallow's eve, audrey hepburn, barbie, beauty halloween, belly dancer, belly dancer hair, belly dancer makeup, DIY, faery hair, faery makeup, fairy, flapper, french maid, french maid hair, french roll, genie, genie costume, genie hair, genie makeup, halloween, halloween beauty ideas, halloween genie, halloween hair, halloween hair and makeup, halloween help, halloween makeup, halloween old hollywood, help, how to, kristin ess, kristin ess hair, makeup for halloween, old hollywood, pixie, secretary, siren, vintage halloween Related posts:
Made Us Look: Your Favorite TV Characters as Paper Dolls Paper dolls will forever hold a special place in our hearts. The classic art project is so easy to make, and the entertainment is endless. Since our pre-tech crazed youth, the creative pastime has definitely taken a turn for the digital. Nowadays, paper dolls come in 3D, and of course are mostly pieced together online (which kind of cancels out the paper aspect, womp womp). Of course, we’re totally for new technology, but we can’t say were not a little sad to see our paper pals be swept under the rug. So you can imagine our delight when we found out that pop culture blog Vulture has revived the old craft — and with a modern twist. Artist Kyle Hilton has created sets of paper dolls out of the characters we hold near and dear to our pop culture-loving hearts. Each paper doll comes with multiple outfits and accessories. So what’s the point of all this? Which paper doll is your favorite? Cortney is a blogger and DIY enthusiast living in Los Angeles.
1950′s INSPIRED PONYTAIL photos + post: Kristin Ess Golly gee, we love very vintage-inspired ponytail. This is what I like to call the “Barbie Pony” when talking to a client. It’s got a part, a little volume + some soft bouncy curls. This particular version is a very wearable one. If you want to get a little more dramatic, you’re welcome to put as much volume and curl as you want! Start with clean dry hair. Good luck dolls! Tags: 1950's, 1950's ponytail, 1950's ponytail tutorial, 50's hair, 50's ponytail, barbie-inspired, DIY, how to, kristen ess, kristen ess hair, kristin ess, kristin ess hair, mad men, mad men hair, mad men ponytail, pony tail, ponytail, tutorial, vintage, vintage ponytail Related posts:
18 AWESOME decorating hacks for your new uni room One of the highlights of rocking up to uni during freshers' week is finding out where you'll be living. But in can be pretty underwhelming setting your bags down in a tiny room with a threadbare carpet, and old blu-tac all over the walls. So, to solve this sorry state of affairs, we have come up with 18 things you can do to make your uni room totally awesome, and the envy of all others. Freshers Fields - the online freshers fairs is back! Get student offers, freebies & find loads of brilliant competitions - like win £200 to spend at Amazon... 1. This is an amazing idea beautifully executed. 2. If you're someone who appreciate literalnes, then you will definitely appreciate this cork board made of...corks. 3. For an awesome twist on the traditional blackboard, invest in some blackboard paint or a blackboard sticker (yes, they exist!) 4. Framed pictures look amazing but who has loads of money to spend on frames? 5. We are in love with the concept of these shelves. Or just buy one. 6. 7. 8.
THE TWIST + FLIP BUN photo/post/graphic design: Kristin Ess One of my all time favorite hairstyles for a wedding or for red carpet is the most super simple chic chignon (say that 3 times fast!). In this tutorial we show future brides and bridesmaids alike how to keep their hair out of the way while maintaining a timeless, classic look for any event. This is one of those updos that really allows you to focus on the dress, accessories and overall beauty instead of being a major focal point. Start with all of your hair in a ponytail. A fuller bun + a tighter bun can both look great for different reasons. If you’re looking for accessories similar the one in the top image for your wedding, here are a few of my current favorites: And you can always use fresh flowers, silk flowers or an embellished appliqué from the fabric store. Related posts:
DIY Knot ring One of my favorite accessory pieces are the rings … I love to wear one or two that highlight’s the hand and add that extra something to complete a good outfit. I wanted to make a ring using fabric to make it lighter using the technique of knotting. In this tutorial you will see how easy it is to make yours just tying a knots … Do you feel like knotting? Materials: Base jewelry ring Super glueString or strip of knitted fabric (you can get it by cutting an old Tshirt) Process: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Depending on what color of fabric you use it will look like an abstract rose. Until a next post DIY’er!