From me to you: Happy New Year!!!!!!!

In a couple of hours we say bye to 2009 and we welcome 2010. I wanted to say thanks to each one you guys for being a follower or just checking in to read my blog. Thanks for all those sweet commetns they each mean a lot to me.  I look back and thank God for a great year, there were lots of blessings this year.  I wish each one of  you a blessed, happy, healthy and awesome 2010.

Sending you a big hug,

Farrielle

Wednesday Bubble skirt

How are thing going this Wednesday? I hope you are doing great. Over here it is slow not to much, we took the kids bowling this morning then grocery shopping.
And now we are watching Buzz Lightyear movie, I will never get tired of watching it over and over again.
I am wearing a bubble skirt I bought on a trip to Europe 2 years ago, I do not wear it often but I fell in love with it all over again, so you will see me wearing it often now. The infinity scarf is the one I stumbled upon on a trip to Marshalls, after many attempts to knit my own I found this one in the sales bin at Marshalls. You never know what you will find when you dig deep.
leggings: Marshalls, boots DSW, clutch: Nine West top: The Limited.

Have a great evening, stay tuned cause I have an awesome giveaway very soon. Ok I will give one hint it's not jewelry.

Lookbook: Casual Tuesday

This is what I wore today well in the evening, I spent my day cleaning the house, sorry guys I did not take a picture of my cleaning outfit. My husband cooked dinner tonight check the picture below.
I am wearing a dress BCBG, cardigan H&M, boots (DSW), scarf: bought at Marshalls, socks :?

For dinner we had nasi (Indonesian) with curry egg, kroepoek.

Lookbook: bridal jewelry

I have seem to have catch the creative bug these days cause since the holidays I have been working on bridal pieces for my Etsy shop. This is my latest creation the Antonia Necklace named after my aunt who lives on the island of Curacao. I spent many of my summer vacations at her house and she used to make me the cutest clothes when I was growing up.

I still have to list this one but will be after dinner. I went to see the Avater 3D today and it was Awesome. I am not into that genre of movie, let me tell you I was not bored for one second.
Hope your doing great, Happy Monday I just realized that  this is the last Monday for this year. I hope that tomorrow I can go back to posting outfits:)

Yes Leah to answer your questions  I do sell my creations today. And guess what I did pick up some black lace this afternoon. Thanks for the inspiration. So ladies check my Etsy shop when you have some free time. Let me know what you think .

What I made today: "There she goes" necklace

I picked up some bridal fabric, buttons at Joann's and then at home I hand sewn 5 rosettes added them to some silver chain. I wirewrapped pearls and crystals and added to it and the result is a beautiful necklace for the hip and modern bride.

Lookbook: me and my Sartorialist

This is what I wore on Dec 26th, we celebrate the second day of Christmas. Normally in our countries we go and visit other families and friends, but since it is only us we stay home, watch movies, kids played on their dsi's and I did a little bit of beading and taking pics.

This is one of my Christmas gifts the hubby bought me, The Sartorialist book, I love it.
I am wearing Poncho belted at the waist, skinny jeans, and platforms, jewelry handmade and listed on Etsy.

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas, I  hope you are surrounded by your loved ones on this special day.
It was a joy to see my kids opening their present this morning.They woke earlier today.

This evening we had a great time as a family, the hubby cooked a super nice meal. We are thankful for all the blessings God has given us ,especially remembering that Jesus is the reason we celebrate Christmas. Although I am far away from my family this season, I wanted to say something in my language to my friends and family overseas. "Bon Pasku, mi ta spera ku otro ana ku Dios ke nos tur por pase huntu, mi stima boso"

Christmas Eve

Just a quick post, this is what I wore for dinner . We went to our neighbors to celebrate Christmas Eve.
It was a great night, with awesome people and good food.

Farrielle

And the winner is ..........................!!!!

A Big thanks  to Artbeads for letting me do this giveaway. Thank you to everyone who participated. It was nice to read all those comments on how you would spent the gift card, but there can only be one winner. Watch the video to see who won. I will be doing another giveaway very soon:)

Just a reminder that  right now Artbeads is running a 15% off all their crystalized Swarovski Elements.


And the winner is...................... from helouise verstraete on Vimeo.

Similar looks but different prices: To Splurge or not?

I decided to put 2 similar looks together but with different prices.
Every piece on the left hand side is more than $100 and on the right hand side every piece is under 100 dollars.
Which one do you like the best???

Farrielle

To splurge or not? by farrielle2 featuring Calypso

Do not forget to enter my giveaway, I will announce the winner tomorrow morning.
Good luck.

Lookbook: dress up for the Christmas card

Yestday we dressed up for pics for our Christmas card. These are things that are like last minute happenings in our house. I just sent them out with the mail man.

Big thanks to my friend Joyce who took the pictures for us.

Sunday Lookbook: Layers!

Hello there, how are you guys doing on this Sunday. I feel like the weekend went pretty fast. This picture was taken at the Andretti's Indoor Karting, but did not come out good. And the guys in the back must be thinking what is going? Taking pics in public does not bother me at all:) But because it was indoor and the light was not quite right, I decided to take more when I get home. I layered a long sleeve burgundy top over a grey tunic and a scarf to keep me warm.

I did not ride any cars, but the hubby and the kids did, and they really like it and wanted to go one more time. Hubby just made dinner, sweet and sour chicken.
Sorry for the short post, but I have to go eat now.
Have a great evening guys.

Farrielle

Saturday lookbook: Cozy Sweater

Hi there friends, how is your Saturday so far? Mine has been a very casual one, we were home in the morning then had to go exchange some curtains we ordered at Pottery Barn. We drove to Lenox mall, it is a nice mall, lots of sales going on, Banana Republic had 40% off, The Limited and Express and Gap had sales too. But when you have the kids with you it is impossible to look at clothes, cause it is boring to them, they want to see toys, gadgets etc etc. So I had to just  suck it in and put on a happy face. We took them Apple Store and they were happy cause they could play on the Iphones , they are not allowed to play on the husband's Iphone.

I am wearing a sweater from Banana Republic gift from the Husband, one thing with the sweater is I can't hug people wearing black cause it will leave a trace of fuzz on them. Jeans, Banana Republic, I'm thinking of buying a second pair cause this is a bit big on the waist I need to go one size down. Slouchy boots are from DSW.

Have you entered my giveaway already??? check it out here

Artbeads Giveaway

Artbeads has teamed up with me to give one of my  lucky readers a 25$ gift certificate to be used at their online store. Isn't this awesome? This is what you need to do:
Just comment on this post and tell me what you would buy if you win this gift cerficate. I will choose a winner on Wednesday Dec 23th. Do not forget to include your email so I can contact you.
Thanks again to Artbeads for being so nice.

Do you want another chance to win something extra??????

                            Artbeads is also having a super cool giveaway on their facebook
                           Jump over there to enter to win a $100 gift card, that contest ends
                                                               DECEMBER 20!
        

Friday's experiment: Knee High socks

I decided to be open-minded and a  risktaker this afternoon. I like how the knee high socks are being worn these days. I remember seeing it on someone while in Europe and it looked so cool. If you are trying this look out like me , it's best to start with a monochromatic palate. I am wearing it with shoes today, but you can also  wear them with booties and regular boots. I have tried it with the boots in the past and I used the socks for a pop of color peeking out of my boots.

I buy my socks  at Marshalls or TJMaxx, and I know at Kohl's they have them too.
I am wearing: dress BCBG, sweater: Gap, socks:? bought at Marshalls, shoes Steve Madden, necklace handmade.
Have a great weekend.

                               My favorite way is how Victoria Beckham is wearing it, ultra Chic.

picture from bigppicturephoto.com

Thursday: Taking a break!

Today was a taking a break day. I get to spend a couple of hours with a friend. We went for coffee (I got a gingerbread steamer instead). It was a nice coffeehouse next to the river. We had planned to take pictures and test my new  lens out.  After playing around with my camera we made a quick stop at the mall, it was packed, there were good sales going on but I was not in the mood to buy anything.
I am planning to babysit a bit in a morning and shop later for the teachers. 
I am wearing jeans Banana Republic, coat INC, scarf gift from my friend Joyce, mittens H&M.

Farrielle

Wednesday look of the day: Costume Noir

I think by now you have already realize my love for black clothes. During cold season I wear a lot of black and I use scarf to add color or jewelry or tights sometimes. But today I am sticking to an all black outfit.

 I made this statement necklace this morning and named it after Danielle a fellow blogger from Georgia. I added it to my Etsy shop this afternoon and I am still debating if I should keep it or not:)
I got to do  some Christmas shopping today  with my husband at the Toys r' us , wow man it was packed, a bit overwhelming for me , I was glad I was done quickly. I am going to leave you with what's for dinner, a friend of mine Damaris made it once while staying here at our home  it is a dish from Republica Dominicana.


I am wearing: top The Limited, leggings bought at Marshalls, boots Bandolino, mini skirt H&M, necklace handmade, bracelet F21, watch Burberry.

Tonights dinner
moro de maiz and chicken tenders, with avocado salad (rice with corn and cilantro)

Tueday's Combi: Lookbook and what I made today

Hello friends, how has your day been so far?  I took it easy today, made a bracelet today for someone who's birthday is today, I do not know who she is but I adopted her for the month of december to bring her cake , card and a gift. She is the graduation coach at my daughters school. I did not get to see who she was cause she had an appointment. I hope she likes the bracelet, I know I do:).
Below is what I wore and what I made this morning, the bracelet for the  mysterious birthday lady and a pair of bridal earring which I will list very soon in my Etsy shop.

I am wearing: cardi H&M , jeans BR, boots bought at DSW, bracelet: H&M and F21, scarf:?.

                                                 Created by Farrielle

Pearls and crystals , Agate (Brazil) copper, mocha crystals and a handmade glassbead.

Lookbook: video what did Farrielle wear today?

What is Farrielle wearing today? from helouise verstraete on Vimeo.


Have a great Monday!!!
Be sure to check back cause I am having a giveaway one of these days.

T'is the season

Hey fellow bloggers and readers, how was your weekend? Sorry for the lack of post, but I  have been way  busy  to blog.  I went to a Christmas Musical at my church on Friday night with my family and a group of dutch friends (including a Martine who always reads my blog all the way in Holland).  Yesterday morning we went as a  family to bring gifts to the less fortunate, and in the evening me and el marido went out with friends to Eclipse di Luna for tapas, and after wards went to Loca Luna for some dancing.
We just got back from a birthday. The husband made split pea soup, although it is not my favorite kind of soup but I still did enjoy a warm bowl of the soup.

Have you been busy too? I am happy that the hubby's vacay is starting tomorrow and we can do our Christmas shopping without having a babysitter watching the kids. We have more than a week before school is out.
Have a great week.

Farrielle

What I made today: Garnet Cubic Zirconia

A week ago I got to choose some Cubic Zirconia beads from Artbeads . I decided to make a necklace and a pair of dangling earrings. Artbeads have quite a large selection of Cubic Zirconia beads in many shapes and colors, check them all  here. 
They add glamour , a touch of  sparkle to any of your beading projects. You can dress up your little black dress with a stunning necklace made of a mix of different  colors of Cubic Zirconia.  I chose 4 mm and 6 mm faceted bicone in the Garnet color I wire wrapped them with Garnet beads. The focus bead is a faceted Oval drop Garnet and it is even more prettier in person. For the earrings I used 2  flat faceted teardrop for the earrings. I combined them with Vintaj brass.
I think the deep color of the Garnet shines more with the chocolate brown suede and the brass chain. Be sure to stop by Artbeads and check all the beautiful Cubic  Zirconia they have in store.

Disclosure: "I do not get paid by Artbeads for blogging about their products. It is a joy for me to this for them. They sent me beads for free because I am part of their blogging progam."

Thursday Lookbook: Brown and black

Right now I am thinking of my family overseas in the Caribbean. Why? Cause it is freaking cold over here, and me and mr. Cold are not friends. The sun is bright but be not fooled cause it is brutal cold with the wind.
I wore this after cleaning upstairs to lunch and running some errands. I got some body warmer (vest) at Old Navy for the kids.


me using the remote but it took the picture to quickly so I could not get my hand down in time.

I love the black and brown combination and paired with the scarf it adds a softer and feminine touch to the outfit. I am wearing:
jeans: Gap, black top F21, scarf:? jacket gift , boots Bandolino.

Lookbook: Windy Wednesday.... black jacket.

It is a beautiful but windy day here in Georgia. I tried to take pictures outside but it was way too windy, I thought the trees were going to fall on me, so I decided to take pictures inside.

I went for a tea with a friend this morning and stopped by to get my affadavit notarized. I won a wardrobe from Affliction. I need to send my size today:)I am excited and also wondering what they are going to pick out for me.

How has your Wednesday been so far, are you already done with your Christmas list?? Are you going somewhere to visit family or just staying home? I have not started yet. The kids wrote their list I think last month or so. We always do things last minute in our household and I kinda leave it to my husband to go do the shopping otherwise It would take me more than a day , he has much better focus than me, I like wandering around and looking and talking here and there and that takes even more time.

I am wearing;
skinny jeans Old Navy, tunic (?) boots: Bandolino, jacket: old