Rolling Out The Welcome Mat

I'm back! After a hectic week of moving boxes, packing furniture and literally, moving house, Mike and I are finally living in our new home. There's still boxes throughout the place, but we're so glad to have a fresh start in a new place for 2012. 

But while I was away, many of you sent me well wishes, and I truly appreciate it. I also have to thank Jasmine of WebHauteJas and Adiel of It's Because I Think Too Much for filling in for me with their guest posts. Please be sure to visit their blogs, and give them some love!

But back to blogging! Finally!

After living in pants and jeans for about three weeks, I wanted to put on a dress and get back to being girly. Plus, it was the first opportunity I had to scope out my new grounds for potential photo ops. My bracelet, from LYLIF, matched perfectly and is fast becoming one of my favorite accessories!

Outfit:

Purple sheer dress - Forever 21

Ribbed grey tights - JCPenney

Grannie Shoes - Bakers

Rose Garden Bracelet - c/o of LYLIF

Vintage mood ring - My mother's

We've done some exploring in the nearby towns, and I can't wait to show you some photos. Eventually, I'll make may way into town and embarrass myself with blog photos. Thanks for hanging in there while I moved!

The "Who hires movers anymore?!?!" Manicure

The lovely Jasmine of WebHauteJas.com is my go-to nail guru for fly mani advice. Check out her guest post while I get my move on, and don't forget to visit her blog for more amazing DIY nail art, fashion and more!

When Jen mentioned via Twitter last week that she was about to begin the arduous task of moving, naturally my first thought was.... *gasp* "What about her nails!"...Shallow & self-centered?? Maybe. A reason for chipped polish?? Never. 

So, I wanted to lend a hand to my cyber chica to make sure her mani stayed in tact during this daunting task.

The gel manicure... Natures answer to chipped polish! Yes, that's correct..."nature". LOL.

But why spend time & money at the salon when, you can DIY!... So I skipped on down to Ulta Beauty Store to purchase a quick and easy alternative.

Nutra Nail Gel comes in 12 gorg colors & will only run you about $12 for the base coat & color, whereas professional gel systems are about $14 for each bottle of polish. And let's face it... you really should be a pro to apply those & have the UV light, blah, blah, blah...

So, here is the final result with a lil embellishment to boot! I think you will agree that you wouldn't mind packing a few boxes & then going out for drinks afterward... That is if you had any energy left!!

Happy moving to the new "House Of Jeffers", Jen... :)