I would like to introduce my newest guest writer, My hubby Jason!
Greetings Elegant Readers,
My name is Jason. My wonderful wife is the author of this blog, Bubbling with Elegance and Grace. We have been married for almost twelve years. We enjoy many great hobbies and spending time together. We are avid fans of watching historically-set movies like the many Jane Austen movies. We are currently watching another great series on PBS called Downton Abbey. My wife has asked me to write a brief review of this series. From time to time, I will be back, writing on a variety of topics that we share together.
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In celebration of its fortieth year on PBS, Masterpiece Theater is currently running the magnificent four-part dramatic series, Downton Abbey. Set in the English countryside just prior to the First World War, Downton Abbey introduces us to the Crawley Family and showcases the family’s struggle for peace and survival.
The first two episodes aired Sunday, January 9th and 16th.
Downton Abbey castle
Downton Abbey is home to Robert Crawley – the Earl of Grantham, his American wife, his vindictive mother, his three daughters and house full of squabbling servants. As in English tradition and law, the estate is to be handed down to the next male family member. Since the Crawleys have only daughters, they have no sons to inherit the estate. When the rightful heir dies in the sinking of the Titanic, Robert feverishly works to make sure that the estate stays within his family.
The drama heats up as the storyline continues with its many twists and turns, and underlying plots that still have not been revealed. Many suitors attempt to match up with Mary, the eldest Crawley daughter. Matthew Crawley, the rightful heir and distant cousin to Lord Grantham, moves into the Abbey with his mother. But at the end of episode two, Mary is still looking for a husband and there are doubts whether Matthew should inherit the Abbey.
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Tune in on Sunday, January 23rd on most PBS stations to see what happens next with Lord Crawley and Downton Abbey.
By the way my wife is loving the costumes. She will probably be doing some future posts on period clothing and costumes.
I participated in 30 for 30 in November of 2010. I must admit 30 for 30 was a challenge, but I love a challenge. Kendi Everyday had her Fall 30 for 30 and this was my first time being a part of the remix. Now I have to say that I have been remixing all of my life because my mother taught me that if you change things around it will make your wardrobe look larger than what it actually is in reality.
For those who do not know what 30 for 30 means, it’s basically a challenge created by Kendi Everyday where you choose 30 items of clothing including shoes and remix each day with those items.
The first eight days was not hard but I had to really think about the types of accessories I would be wearing with my outfits. My accessories that helped me remix with ease were tights, scarves, headbands and jewelry. If it wasn’t for those items it really would of been a hard for me to try and make those outfits pop.
Accessories are so important because I know that if you have a few pieces of clothing and are not able to buy anything at the moment you can easily freshen up an outfit with a scarf or make that dress or skirt pop with some patterned tights.
Hope Everyone had a great holiday and Happy New Year!
Well to start ringing in the new year Annie from Gangster Pixie had a really great idea of a way to make you feel good about yourself. To appreciate that you are a special treasure.
She had an idea to create The Glam It Up Project which is a really good self confidence booster to start off the year right and with a confident attitude.
The participants choose what outfit they would like to glam it up in and showcase some attributes about themselves.
This outfit is my inspiration to “Glam It Up.”
Glam It Up Project Pic
Sequin Dress With Gold Scarf
Glam It Up Project Pic
Glam It Up Project Pic
Why did I picked this outfit?
I picked this outfit because I love the sequins for holiday and I think the hat and scarf accessories make the outfit different. And the kicking heels make the outfit look so finished and elegant.
What features do I like about me?
I really like my arms, legs and my hair. These are my features that I try to accentuate. I exercise hard and changed my eating habits in the last four to five years so it’s so sweet to see the payoff. I use to constantly complain about how I think my hips look to big but I am not going to do that anymore because God created one me and I have to be the best me I can be. I am realizing that beauty truly comes from within.
One important fact to remember:
Please do not compare yourself to other people because God only made one you. You are special and a treasure to behold. If you get caught up in comparing yourself it can be utter destruction because you will never be good enough so cut that out and start anew in 2011. Write down things that you really like about yourself. Everyone is special no matter what size, shape or color.
Glam It Up Project Outfit
Miss Tina Sequined dress from HSN.com
Rachel Zoe Navajo Print Scarf
Gold Scarf
J Renee peep toe heels with tassel tie
Circa Joan and David peep toe heels
Rachel Zoe sequined hat
Make up
Face
Bare Minerals Dark foundation
Smashbox halo powder
Bare Minerals Mineral Veil
I had to pick my best video of the year because I not only write but I also love doing videos. I recently participated in the Kendi Everyday 30 for 30 and truly enjoyed it. I loved it so much I had to do two videos on how I remix my outfits.
I recently swapped post with MJ on her Fierce blog after Thanksgiving and she posted on my blog.
The two videos below were a part of the FBFF blog swap with MJ.
The Art of Mixing and Matching Part1
The Art of Mixing and Matching Part II
So start going through your closet and see what pieces in your wardrobe you can enhance to give your outfits a fresh and fab new look.
I enjoy wearing all kinds of handbags but sometimes it’s hard to organized my keys, wallet, lip gloss, and other items in them because they all fall to the bottom of the bag.
What’s a girl to do?
Well I happen to see on QVC.com a purse organizer that can fit a small or large purse and a make up bag is in the middle of the organizer. I ordered it wondering if it would work or not and it actually pass the test.
No longer do I have to search for my keys or trying to find my phone, pen or lip gloss. The organizer fits right in my purse and if I want to change purses the organizer has handles so I just pull it out and transfer it to my other purse. It’s that easy.
So if I have a big bag I can you use the large inset or both small and large inset with the makeup bag. The organizer is so versatile and there’s a lot of options.
Miss Tina I really am feeling your designs. I relate to her because I know what it’s like to make my own clothes because I didn’t have a lot of money. I sewed my own baccalaureate and high school graduation dresses so I realized at an early age that sewing my outfits is not only affordable but takes my outfit to another level because I can do my spin on the designs.
In the picture below I made this toile skirt that I can wear with so many tops and tights. It’s a sense of accomplishment when you make your own garment or accessory.
Photograph by JT October 2010
Miss Tina début her line at Walmart in October and most of the clothing prices are not over $20 which is simply amazing. Below is a video of Miss Tina talking about her beginnings as a Seamstress/Designer and the line at Walmart. She designs her line for every woman and I admire her for that effort. All women should be able to wear fashionable clothing no matter what size they are.
Photo credit:http://www.misstina.com/
Post Script
I will be doing another post on the Miss Tina line because I would like to go to Walmart and see if the line is just as great. I have some pieces of hers when she was on HSN (I will show some of my Miss Tina pieces from HSN in another post) and the quality was excellent so I expect the line at Walmart to be the same.
Learn More About JT Bubbling with Elegance and Grace is a place for life long learners. The Bubbling With Elegance And Grace team was created 14 years ago. A passion for fashion sparked a lifestyle blog for our Elegant Community to enjoy. We are thankful and in gratitude to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for those who have been with us from the beginning and those who have just started riding with us on this lovely journey.
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