DIY Chalkboard Wine Glasses

Who in here wants more rain??? Anybody? Anyone?

Nope. Didn't think so.

I hope it rains its butt off tonight and calms down tomorrow. I heard the Sun called. It wanted to come out and make an appearance. Weekends lately have been filled to the brim with rain!

Rain or shine I had a fabulous Saturday. I spent the day shopping, laughing and catching up with one of my best friends. We bought new fall items to add to our wardrobe, fall scented candles and soaps and had the perfect fall lunch - Panera soup and salad!

I could complain more about this rain and how it is going to ruin my photo shoot but I am going to focus my energy on the good things about the rain.

1. I get to snuggle in bed with Chris in the morning since the wet roads won't work well with his road bike.

2. I won an amazing giveaway by Katie at Healthy Diva Eats - a bunch of protein bars I am having her send to my sister at Vet School! It's always fun to receive packages in the mail!

3. I got to spend the entire day with a friend catching up on her honey moon, laughing and being silly. We tried on probably a dozen hats, 5 dozen outfits, and maybe a few pieces of jewelry :)

4. I got to make a thank you gift for our photographer. Her birthday was Friday and I really appreciate her coming out to photograph us as our gift!! (including a CD of all our edited photos)

5. I have mason jars filled with fresh flowers from trader joes. Always brightens my day!

Chalkboard Wine Glasses (Champagne Flutes)

What you will need:

Wine Glasses/Champagne Flutes

Chalkboard Spray Paint (Less than $4 at Wal Mart)

Painters Tape

Newspaper

Instructions:

 Start with a set of glasses. Make sure you clean them prior to getting started so there is no dust or smudges on them.

Measure a thumbprint high and tape your glasses with painters tape. This helps make a straight line and so your paint doesn't get on the rest of the glass!

Make sure you read your paint's instructions. Mine said two coats would create a chalkboard surface. Also, use a sweeping motion. Remove tape once dry and there you go! Easy!

These could be used as place cards, wedding favors, thank you gifts, or great for parties so everyone can easily tell which glass is theirs!

Please cross your fingers for good weather Sunday!!

Rainy Day Fun

As hurricane Irene makes her way up the East Coast causing people to evacuate, cancel their plans (me included) and complain I say look at the bright side and get creative with your weekend itinerary! 

Rain and storms don't have to mean a boring weekend inside. I decided to put together a list of fun, romantic and storm-ready ideas to brighten your mood!

1. Have a home wine pairing party. Research which wines go best with certain foods and get cooking! You never know, maybe you'll find a new favorite bottle!

2. On your way to the store grab some new board games to try. You can invite friends over and have a game night. They bring the wine you supply the games!

3. Get crafty. Go to the hardware/craft store and stock up on fun DIY projects that you have been obsessing over on pinterest and put your extra down time to use! 

 grab some burlap, acrylic paint and stencils and make a rustic, chic decoration for any ledge.

pick up some chalkboard paint from your hardware store and get creative. paint some pots, fill with herbs for your kitchen and have fun decorating!

I loveee this lamp shade. I think it is the perfect touch of romantic, chic and modern. Click here for the how to.

Want something that takes your entire weekend? Try this chic rug makeover. It would make the perfect addition to any room. Instructions found here.

4. Have a fondue night. Most fondue sets use candles (mine doesn't) so that means even without electricity you can have a great and romantic meal.

5. Utilize those workout DVDs you have been collecting. Having someone to workout with is extra motivation to not pause the DVD and veg out :)

6. Start your fall clothes wish list. I am drooling over some of these.

This is the perfect outfit for running to the store or picking pumpkins/apples in the fall. Subtract that watch and add a MK oversized watch.

Perfect look for the office. Love the pop of color in the shoes and love that belt!

7. Remember to charge your laptop and save it for power outages. You can watch DVDs on them when the power is out. Have a movie theme night and stack up on movie snacks. 

pizza muffins anyone? recipe here.

Stay safe during the storm and remember just because your outdoor activities got ruined for the weekend doesn't mean you can't have fun or create something chic :)