DIY Glittery Cork Board Coasters

These glittery cork board coasters were so fun and easy to make. They take less than 30 minutes of your time to make (excluding drying time) and are so sparkly they will make you smile. I love that these glittery cork board coasters are a useful item that you can always keep on display and were inexpensive to make. I also think a set of these wrapped up with a pretty ribbon would make a great gift.

Now to the matter of the supplies you will need.

Supplies:
Paint brush (I recommend you use an inexpensive on this one came in a pack of 5 for $1)
Mod Podge
Glitter (whatever kind you have will work but I really love this Martha Stewart Glitter Set)
Cork Coaster Set (like these but I picked my set of 6 of up at Hobby Lobby for under $3)
Painter's Tape

Directions:
1. Put a piece of craft paper or a newspaper on the table you will be working at.
2. Place painter's tape in the pattern you like on each of your coasters. As you can see in some of the pictures below Jessica did a different pattern than me.
3. Doing one coaster at a time brush a thin, even coat of Modge Podge on the areas of your coaster you have marked off with the painter's tape. Immediately cover the coated areas of the coaster with glitter. Then remove the painter's tape (so the glitter on the coaster doesn't dry on it and pull off when you remove the tape later.) 4. Set aside to dry.
5. Complete this process with your remaining coasters. Then allow about 30 minutes to dry completely.
6. Shake off excess glitter and then cover the glittered portions of your coaster with Modge Podge and set aside to completely dry.
7. Admire your handy-work.

As you can see from all of the pictures I really love my coasters but for some more easy glittery crafts to make check out my DIY Glittery Stud Earrings and DIY Glitter Jewelry Dish.

DIY Glittery Stud Earrings

Everyone knows I love glitter and jewelry. I always put on jewelry earrings included before leaving the house each day. Using these Kate Spade earrings as inspiration I decided to add a little glitter to two pairs of stud earrings I had picked up for less than $3. I will be picking up a couple more pairs so I can make my own gold and silver pairs too. Below are the supplies and steps to this easy DIY.

Supplies Needed:
Inexpensive Clear Stud Earrings
Glittery Nail Polish
Top Coat

Directions:
1. Add a couple coats of glittery polish to your earrings.
2 Apply top coat.
3. Allow to dry.

P.S. Find out how this polka dot jewelry dish here.

Gifts For The: Glitz and Glimmer Girl

This gift guide includes gifts for the girl who considers glitter a color, who is instantly drawn to anything that sparkles, the girl who still loves to play dress-up, and who lights up any room that she enters.

This gift guide just makes me smile. A few of my favorite items from below include this gold blazer, this pencil skirt, these gorgeous flats, and this sweater that I would use to add a little sparkle to my work wardrobe.

Sequined Blazer (perfect to pair with a LBD) / Pleated Midi Skirt / Bead Cami / Gold Foil Midi Skirt / Infinity Scarf / Crystal Bib Necklace (an investment piece and oh so stunning) / Lauren Earrings / Kristen Ear Crawlers / Coaster Set / Stretch Silk Dress (perfect cocktail dress) / Lace Top / Pencil Skirt (only $42!) / Heels / Shift Dress / Glitter Clutch / Kate Spade Watch / Multi-Strand Bracelet / JINsoon Nail Polish / Crystal Cuff Earrings (super sparkly for $30!) / Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish / Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish / Black Jacket / Skater Skirt ($20!) / Flats / Embellished Dress / Bracelet / Tassel Earrings / Embellished Sweater / Swirl Pencil Skirt / Multi-Strand Necklace / Multi-Strand Necklace / Cocktail Ring / Ring Set (dainty bands)
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DIY Glitter Jewelry Dish

Lately me and Jessica have been in a crafting state of mind. I am so a wannabe Martha Stewart with very limited DIY skills. One of coworkers had these little glitter dishes on her desk holding gold paperclips and random odds and ends. I commented on them a couple weeks ago. After she told me how easily she made them I knew they would make adorable jewelry dishes. With just a few dollars worth of supplies and less than 30 minutes (if you don't include time for drying) me and Jessica made two beautiful jewelry dishes.

Supplies:
Glitter
Elmer's Glue
Triple Thick Glaze
Paint Brush
Clear Dishes (we purchased ours at Target for $1)

1. Using your brush cover your entire dish including edges with glue.
2. Cover the entire dish with glitter. Shake it off and then allow to dry completely.
3. Repeat the process on any spots that you missed.
4. Clean your brush.
4. Once the all the glue is completely dried using your brush completely cover the dish in two-three thin layers of the glaze. Allow to dry between each coat.

Once the final coat is dry you have pretty glittery dishes to store your jewelry on.

Next up is finding a couple smaller dishes to turn into glittery accents for my desk.

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Stylish For Less: Holiday Sparkle

When it comes to necklaces I am a huge believer in bigger is better. I love huge, glittery pieces that make a statement. Below are eight of my favorite #stylishforless necklaces adorned with pearls, crystals, and rhinestones that will make any outfit sparkle. Although this and this would be beautiful additions to your look this holiday season they would also be easily paired with more causal looks year round.

Pave Crystal Collar Necklace / Crystal and Silver Necklace / Crystal Statement Necklace / Faux Pearl Cluster Necklace / Bib Necklace / Pave Bow Necklace / Crystal Bib Necklace / Heirloom Pearl Statement Necklace
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Glamour Girl

I am anticipating a crazy week were basically every minute is going to booked. Instead of spending all week working on projects, having client meetings, rushing off to court, and getting out documents to meet my deadlines I wish I had time and reasons to pamper myself and dress up in sequins, glitter, and ruffles.

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Glitz and Glamour

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I love glitter, sequins, and sparkle. During the holiday season it seems like almost everyone shares my love for a little glitz. Below is a few of my current favorite finds from around the web. These pieces would be amazing to wear to Christmas parties or for New Years Eve.

Green Beaded Dress / Sequin Sweater / Gold Sequin Dress / Silver Blazer / Crystal Necklace / Pencil Skirt / Crystal Bracelet / Ear Cuffs / Color Block Dress

Super Sparkly

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Sequin home decor? Yes, please. It is a well known fact that I fond of sparkly things. Sequin covered walls, shimmery curtains, shiny pillows, and glittery tablecloths and chairs. Be still my heart. It is a firm belief of mine that everyone should have add a little sparkle to their life but if wearing sequins does not fit your personality consider adding a few sparkly throw pillows to your sofa.