The Girls Only Thread

[casey]

guedita, all your makeup talk in this thread led to me having a dream that I went to DEMF and you kept following me around, asking me if you could use my concealer.

I got this dress for Coachella this week, but in green:

[ENluv12]

Super cute!

[Monsterface]

That dress is adorable, I love the back!

[Monsterface]

You should post how to do this, bc I really want to now!

Enluv, I'll post a quick tutorial after work-it's super easy!

[ENluv12]

Yay! Thanks. Beth- we need to do this this weekend.

[scenicworld]

down!

[Courtney]

I cannot seem to attach this, but I bought this shirt for Coachella this morning:

http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens...aglan-Tee.html

I don't understand... is there something special about that shirt, or are you taking the time to post that you purchased a plain t-shirt?

We can all rejoice and celebrate, now that there's a solution to prevent camel toe.

http://www.smoothgroovecommunity.com/buy-smoothgroove/

Um. Wow. No words.

[amyzzz]

It's a linen t-shirt. I've been wanting to buy a linen shirt for a while to cover up any dress I might wear. Maybe I'm a little more excited than I should be? I've been wanting to buy more linen for a while now.

[guedita]

Haha, casey! Did you eventually let me use your concealer so I would shut up and rave? That dress is adorable.

[casey]

Haha, casey! Did you eventually let me use your concealer so I would shut up and rave? That dress is adorable.

Thanks. And, yes! let you use my concealer EVERY TIME even though we are not even close to the same color, and then you kept asking me if you could use it again. I woke up in such a good mood, funny dream.

[guedita]

Jillian Michaels...that bitch. http://jezebel.com/jillian-michaels/

[algunz]

Hahaha, I knew she was gonna get broken down somehow. I'm glad it was children that made this bitch crack.

[laurbn]

Jillian Michaels...that bitch. http://jezebel.com/jillian-michaels/

this actually makes me feel better. not excuses, just legitimate shit that has to get done.

[Monsterface]

Enluv, I'll post a quick tutorial after work-it's super easy!

Sorry for the delay in posting, started a new job last week which has been hectic.

So this is the tutorial I used to make the bleached palm tree shirt- http://www.ohsoprettythediaries.com/...ach-shirt.html

Instead of using card stock, I free handed my design on to contact paper (the adhesive kind-bought it at target for a few dollars.) You could also print and cut out a design and trace it to the contact paper and cut it out, that way I could move the shirt around without the pattern moving. I also used a plastic place mat to put between the shirt instead of cardboard, so it didn't get soggy but still protected to backside of the shirt.

For the letters, I bought clorox bleach pens and free handed the lettering. I used chalk first to be sure I made the letters the right size.

I found darker shirts worked better with the bleach, and I also did a 1/2 and 1/2 mix of bleach and water. They are quick to make, and I have somehow volunteered myself to make them for the rest of my camp now. I also recommend copious amounts of wine while crafting

[HowToDisappear]

I'm still on my quest for the Holy Grail -- a new couch. All the couches on my original list were test driven and nixed for various reasons. What I've learned on my sojourn thus far: most modern couches are only built to last for 3-5 years (the foam gives out). They expect people to tire of the look of them by then and to want to have something new. Many of them don't use springs anymore, just elastic webbing (what? like patio furniture?). And this is in couches I would not consider inexpensive (I think 2K for a couch is kind of a lot, don't you?). Apparently, if you want one as well made as my 50+ year old vintage job, you need to fork out a minimum of 4/6/8K(!!!)

I do intend to test drive these two new possibilities (I loooove they way they look):





But I strongly suspect I will end up doing what I've done in the past: just keep checking thrift/vintage stores and craigslist for another ballistic 50 year old piece and get it reupholstered. May require much more patience, but soooo much cheaper.

[locachica73]

I had the same problem when I was looking for a sofa. I like the newer/sleeker look of the ones you posted, but then I would sit in them and they were so uncomfortable. I want a sexy couch that I can also take a nap in.

[HowToDisappear]

I make my husband lie down on them in the showroom. They have to be long enough and comfortable enough for his Sunday naps. (I nap during the evening news, hah.)

[amyzzz]

I never use my couch.

[miscorrections]

My loveseat has a butt divet.

[locachica73]

My roommate has a pretty nice leather couch and two leather (or pleather) recliners that are super comfortable. Although, it's getting hotter out and I got up after several hours of couch surfing yesterday and the back of my clothes were covered in sweat. When I move I definitely won't be buying leather furniture.

[chiapet]

But I strongly suspect I will end up doing what I've done in the past: just keep checking thrift/vintage stores and craigslist for another ballistic 50 year old piece and get it reupholstered. May require much more patience, but soooo much cheaper.

I was going to suggest that until I read the last line and saw that you've already mentioned it. You're probably going to be happier with that in the end.

I like the newer/sleeker look of the ones you posted

These ones don't look "new" (as in modern) to me at all. They look "modern" circa mid-century 20th C (early 60's, maybe). I really like that look. Though I suspect to get a vintage one that looks like these, you'd still be paying quite a bit before considering the reupholestering.

[JustSteve]

When we started having the kids we went with Ikea couches because we would care less if they got trashed. I am now a big fan of couches that use slipcovers because we have white ones and it is amazing to see how dirty they get. Grosses me out to think about the couch we had as a kid, all the nastiness lurking in the fabric that I would rest my face on daily.

[JustSteve]

But I strongly suspect I will end up doing what I've done in the past: just keep checking thrift/vintage stores and craigslist for another ballistic 50 year old piece and get it reupholstered. May require much more patience, but soooo much cheaper.

Check obituaries, too...then look for the estate sale, haha.

[Drinkey McDrinkerstein]

These ones don't look "new" (as in modern) to me at all. They look "modern" circa mid-century 20th C (early 60's, maybe). I really like that look. Though I suspect to get a vintage one that looks like these, you'd still be paying quite a bit before considering the reupholestering.

Yup, Mid-Century Modern furniture has made a huge comeback , and lots of new stuff is being made in that style. it's very appealing, and to the eye looks very modern, after a couple decades of more Victorian-style furniture becoming the "in" thing.

[Errant]

Furniture is not what it used to be. I bought new stuff from LazyBoy last year. The cushions still feel great, but the fabric is already starting to wear. The stuff it replaced was ten years before it's fabric started looking worn.

[Drinkey McDrinkerstein]

It is incredible how fucking expensive furniture is now too. My girlfriend and I are currently looking to furnish our new loft.

[chiapet]

Yea, my sofa is just over 2 years old and is already starting to look a bit worn, plus despite being scotch guarded, most stuff that is spilled on it has stained. (This is a new experience for me -- my previous sofa was scotchguarded and everything just wiped off... it was off-white, for god's sake, and still looked okay after 12 years). I almost wish I'd never replaced my older sofas, as each replacement is less durable. Unfortunately the old ones I had were massively heavy and long and impossible to fit through narrow stairs/hallways that are common in apartments here.

[algunz]

My husband is great at picking out furniture and has impeccable taste. Unfortunately he also has extremely expensive taste, so as a result besides the furniture we bought for our daughter's bedroom we haven't bought anything new in 10 years. We really need a sofa too. HtD, you said the previous sofas were eliminated for various reasons. Was it mainly size and comfort or were there other factors that made you choose to keep looking? I really like the new ones above, although the wood paneling is a little odd. (IMO)

[ThatGirl]

I have a couch and loveseat/chair set from Sklar Pepplar purchased 10 years ago and it still looks brand new. If I could suggest a good mid priced brand to consider I'd highly recommend it.

[ENluv12]

Alright ladies, it is the time again where I am super bored with my hair and want a change. What are your thoughts on this cut?
http://www.fashionising.com/pictures...nce-5988.html#