Get the Look from Nexxus~ Voluminous Curls

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Step one:
After shampooing with Nexxus Diametress and conditioning with Sublime Volume, spray Nexxus Root Exxtend Root Lifter at roots only.

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Step two:
Blow dry with a round brush, lifting the hair and aiming the nozzle at the roots to build support into your style.

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Step three:
Set hair with Velcro rollers for maximum fullness.

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Step four:
Finish with Nexxus 360º Volume Bodifying Finishing Mist to give fine hair lasting hold and support.

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Let’s Drink to Table Numbers!

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Finding table numbers that are not going to fly away at an outside wedding can be a challenge. That is why I created these wine bottle labels. These wine bottle labels serve double duty at a wedding. They tell the guests where to be seated as well as treating them to a nice glass of wine. The best thing about these table numbers is that even if the guests drink the whole bottle, they are not going to fly away!

DIY:
1. Soak your bottles in a full sink of warm water, or you could use a tub to do many at a time. Soak for about an hour, then peel off original label. Scrub off remaining glue.
2. Choose from one of the Bridal Party Tees Wine Label design templates. You can edit the table number text in Microsoft word to make as many as you need.
To recolor in Microsoft Word: Click on the design to activate it then click on the format tab and then the recolor drop down menu. You can pick custom colors to recolor the background or the design and then you can change the live text to match.
3. Print out your chosen wine label template on 8.5×11, white full label sheets. You can buy these at any office supply store.

4. Cut along the dotted line.

5. Peel off back and place on the bottle in the desired location.

Check out some of our design templates, ready for you to use:

Orig Scroll Wine Label Template
Scroll Wine Label Template
Sketchy Scroll Wine Label Template
Circles Wine Label Template
Beaded Oval Wine Label Template
Beaded Wine Label Template

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DIY Trifold Table Number

 

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Like a beacon, this table number declares its location in all directions. To make it, use a computer to print numbers onto pieces of colored cover stock (or have numbers calligraphed). Trim the papers to 6 by 7 1/2 inches. For the feet, cut 1/2-inch squares from both corners on bottom edge. Measure over 1 inch for each foot, and mark. Cut out a 3-by-1/2-inch strip between marks. Crease each sheet down the middle, and join the 3 pieces with rubber cement.
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DIY Mini Cheesecakes Recipe

 

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SERVINGS: 24
TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min. + cooling

 

Ingredients:

* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 1/3 cup sugar
* 1/4 cup baking cocoa
* 1/2 cup cold butter
* 2 tablespoons cold water

FILLING:
* 2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
* 1/4 cup sugar
* 2 tablespoons milk
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1 egg, lightly beaten
* 1 can (21 ounces) cherry or strawberry pie filling

Directions:

In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar and cocoa; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Shape into 24 balls. Place in greased miniature muffin cups; press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of each cup.

 

In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in milk and vanilla. Add egg; beat on low just until combined. Spoon about 1 tablespoonful into each cup.

 

Bake at 325° for 15-18 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Carefully remove from pans to cool completely. Top with pie filling. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 2 dozen.

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Get the Look! ~ Jessica Alba

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Get the Look from Allure!

Violet Eye Shadow
Swipe violet cream eye shadow over your eyelids, and blend upward past your creases and slightly beyond your outer corners. Use an eyeliner brush to dab the same hue along your lower lash lines.

 

Bronze Blush
Dust a light golden powder blush on the apples of your cheeks with a large brush, and blend.

 

Clear Lip Balm
Apply a lip balm to moisturize your lip — and to keep the focus on your eyes.

10 Must Have Kitchen Gadgets

1. Silicone Basting Brushes

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This is a great alternative to your typical pastry brush! Unlike its traditional counterpart this one will not leave nasty little hairs in your food! It is also dishwasher safe, so you do not have to have separate ones for meat and pastries. These brushes are have non-absorbent, heat-resistant silicone bristles that provide even distribution, don’t retain foods, and are easy to clean.

2. Recipe Divider

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How many times have you gotten a recipe from a loved one that is simply huge? They expect you to feed an army! Instead of racking your brain about the conversions and trying to recall all of your fractions from primary school, you can turn to this little tool. This recipe wheel will make you a whiz at conversions and multiplying or dividing recipes at a glance. The rotating two-disk system allows for quick locating of the permanent, laser-etched data. Magnet also affixes to kitchen appliances for easy reference.

3. Adjustable Measuring Cup/Scoop

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Whoever thought of this idea is pure genius! . This handy device allows you to select the amount you want to measure, from 1/8th to 1/2 cup (or 2 tablespoons to 9 tablespoons) then scoop up the exact amount of your ingredient, whether it be liquid or dry ingredients. This is a great space saving tool that can take the place of those bulky measuring cups.

4. Collapsible Colander

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This has to be one of the greatest inventions ever! A normal colander takes up SO much room in your cabinets and if you are like me, you need at least two if not four! That is a lot of cabinet space wasted, but not anymore. These fold up and take half the room in your cabinets, leaving room for more fun gadgets.

5.Salad Spinner

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Although the salad spinner only has one general purpose, it is a must for you salad lovers out there. Washing the lettuce is one of the hardest things to remember to do and if you forget, the dressing will not stick to the lettuce! Waiting for it to air-dry takes forever; patting it dry with paper towels doesn’t do a thorough job and can leave paper fiber on the greens. Yuck!

6.Over the Sink Cutting Board

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Rinse and chop foods with this ingenious two-piece prep assistant. Use one side for meats, the other for vegetables. Convenient silicone colander nests into the hardwood cutting board, then collapses flat for storage.

7. Immersion Mixer

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Whip up frozen drinks, blend the perfect marinade or chop vegetables and more with an immersion mixer. With this terrific tool, you have the power, variable speeds and variety of attachments to do it all. The wire whisk allows you to puree and mix ingredients for ideal glazes, marinades and so much more. The blending rod lets you blend from within liquids like mixed drinks, soup or milk for the perfect taste sensation every time. This baby will also chop foods and is small and easy to store!

8. Redi-Check Roast Alert Electronic Thermometer

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No more, standing over a hot fire, dying of heat exhaustion for your food to be done! This timer/thermometer allows to check the temperature of food in the oven or on grill from anywhere in the house. You can be up to 100 feet away from the food and will be alerted when your food is at the correct temperature.

9. Mandoline

mandoline

This is a great little cutting tool. The mandoline lets you slice like an expert. Cut apples, potatoes, carrots and other produce with uniformity and precision. Want waffle cuts or crinkle cuts? This little baby has you covered!

10. KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer

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This is the mother of all mixers! The Artisan mixer has a 5qt. bowel with 325 watts of power and 10 speeds. The head also tilts back allowing easy access to your mixture. However this is no ordinary mixer! You can buy attachments to make this mixer super useful. It can become a food grinder, an ice cream maker, a pasta maker, or sausage stuffer with the right attachment.

Unique Guest Book Option

 

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A guest book doesn’t have to be in the form of a book. The bright hues of these small gift cards can’t help but beguile the eyes of wedding guests; their small size gives well-wishers just enough space to write a sweet thought, quip, or hope; and the envelopes, allowing for privacy, encourage them to get a little sentimental. Use a clear vase or bowl to hold the sealed envelopes; after the wedding, the opened envelopes can be glued facedown into an album so that the cards can be easily removed and reread.

 

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