Do you have an old belt you never use anymore? Recycle it into one of five different stylish accessories! The perfect 2 in 1: get rid of things you don’t use and simultaneously get new things! 

The items you can make include a modern cuff, a metallic hair comb, a studded collar necklace, leather-“feather” earrings, or a wrap bracelet.

You will need a few things to get started with this arts and crafts project, depending on what you decide to make.

 

Depending on what you make, you will need:

• 5 jump rings (2 for earrings, 3 for collar)
• Clasp
• Chain
• Hair comb
• Earring hooks
• VELCRO Brand Black Coins (with Sticky Back)
• Belt (of course)

Now, to get started! Pick one (or several!) of these great options.

Studded collar necklace

For this, get together the 3 jump rings, clasp, and chain. Cut two triangles of the same size (use a stencil to be sure). Connect the pieces in the middle with a jump ring, and use the other two rings to connect the chain on the other ends. Add studs or other flare for a great final product!

Cuff

Simply cut a piece of the belt about two inches wide, and attach using the VELCRO black coins. How easy is that!

Wrap Bracelet

This one makes great use of the skinny ends of the belt. Simply wrap around and attach again with the VELCRO coins. 

Feather-Inspired Earrings

Wrap belts have the perfect small ends to easily make dangly earrings. Using a safety pin, make a hole in the leather. Use pliers to add the jump rings. 

Hair Comb

Cut out a bunch of triangles, and use your hot glue gun to paste them onto a basic black side comb. A great addition to your up-do!

From one belt, so many options!

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Brunch has always been a favorite pastime of mine. It enables me to fend off my hangover and discuss what got into my girlfriends last night. Brunch is the last ditch effort to pretend like you don’t have to drag yourself into the rat race tomorrow and simultaneously try NOT to kill yourself. So drink it up ladies because this is the last chance before Monday morning shows its sorry behind. BOOOO MONDAYS BOOOOOOO!

I’ve got cocktails here to freshen up brunch because lets face it, if we had to consume one more Andre based mimosa we were going to rip off our Shellac nails without the help of acetone.

Wakey Wakey Eggs and Bakey

This one is for all my mixologists 

• 1½ oz. bacon infused gin
• 1 oz. egg whites
• ½ oz. fresh lemon juice
• ½ oz. honey syrup

I loved this drink because it reminded me of a Pisco sour, a personal favorite of mine.

To create bacon infused gin, simply place a few pieces of bacon in a bottle of gin and let it sit in the fridge over night. For honey syrup mix hot water, honey, and sugar together until the sugar is completely dissolved. To make the cocktail put everything into a shaker filled with ice and shake. Pour into a glass and serve with eggs any style.

Island Hydration (sort of)

To help with that impending hangover try this coconut water cocktail.

• 2 oz. pineapple juice
• 1 oz. coconut water
• 1 oz. white rum

This recipe is super easy. Just pour the ingredients into a glass filled with ice. Enjoy!

Shaker’s Remorse 

In college when you were caught doing the saunter of shame you were referred to as a shaker. Even though we have our BA’s some of us still commit this act over the weekend.

• 1 oz. Stolichnaya Blueberi Vodka
• 2 oz. prosecco
• 5 blackberries

First off all for those of you who don’t know what prosecco is it’s an Italian sparkling white wine. It’s the key ingredients in Bellinis. My girlfriend Sam introduced it to me and I’ve never looked back. It’s better than American sparkling white wine and still cheaper than champagne.

Muddle the berries, add the vodka, and shake. Then pour into a glass filled with shaved ice and add prosecco. Also try not to leave your jewelry at his place.

The Bitter Hottie

Did you spy your crush or ex with another girl last night? If so you may be in desperate need of the bitter hottie… only because it matches you so well. You’re sexy but you’re pissed. It’s ok girl, he was only a junior level associate anyways

• 2 oz. IPA
• 1 oz. Sriracha sauce
• 2 oz. limejuice lime
• 2 oz. bitters

Pour all ingredients into a glass filled with ice. Sip Away.

Happy Brunching, ladies and remember, no judging. No one can be blamed for her actions after 5 whiskey ginger ales. 

 

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For many of us, this past Mother’s Day was filled with low self esteem and mimosas. Brandi (Why do you spell your name with an i?) and LeAnn decided to spice it up though with a little old fashioned feud.

The two have been at it since two years prior when Brandi found out her husband was cheating on her with the country superstar. The back and forth has been displayed across many mediums including twitter and various entertainment magazines. It seems though that Leann was trying to extend the olive branch this time. She sent Brandi a bouquet for Mother’s Day. The appropriate response from Brandi? Either a thank you or nothing at all. The actual response? Brandi took to twitter and proceed to write some sort of quasi thank you/ but you’re also indifferent to me post.

This is probably the most immature response Brandi could have given. Someone did NOT go to Charm school!

For all of you rooting for Leann she came back to say she never received a thank you from Brandi which was not what she was looking for anyways, she just wanted to say Happy Mother’s Day. 

Looks like LeAnn wins this round. Too bad though because Brandi could have used a few points after her “book” tanked.

So what do you think would have been the appropriate response from Brandi? Or do you agree with how she handled the situation? Let us know in the comments below.

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Instead of spending another weekend on the couch with a movie rental, get out and try something different with your guy! Here are some fun summer date ideas:

 

• Karaoke Bar - Go to a bar on karaoke night and spend an evening pretending you are Simon Cowell and Nicki Minaj critiquing American Idol contestants
• Day Dates - Spend an afternoon at an outdoor market or street festival, sampling new foods and buying funny knickknacks.
• Bar Hopping - Create your own pub crawl by finding a strip with several bars and hopping around. Many bars offer “sample-size” beers (8 ounces) so you don’t have to try a full pint at each place.
• Jazz Club - Dim lights and sexy music will make for a great evening out together.
• Comedy Show - Switch it up from the movies and find a local stand-up comedy show.
• Foreign Films, No Subtitles - Yes, you read that right. Put on a foreign film and take turns guessing what’s happening in each scene, making up the plot while you watch.
• Double Date Trivia - Bar trivia with one of your favorite couples.
• Blind Date - Take him out on a surprise date. Don’t give him details except for how to dress, and then surprise him with concert tickets or a reserved table at that swanky bar he’s been wanting to go to.
• Tastings - Try a nearby brewery, chocolate factory, or winery.
• Local Tourist - Play tourist in your own home city for the day. Head to the landmarks you never go to and take pictures together while doing it.
• Fondue Dessert Night - Chocolate and wine. What’s not to love?
• Memory Lane - Recreate your first date, with all the details you can remember. You will both enjoy the blast from the past.
• Get Outdoors - Go for a hike in the mountains, enjoying the views and each other’s company

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