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(Click on Heenara image for prices and info). Product Description Heenara Hair Wash is a natural shampoo for hair wash and hair care. Being free from synthetic chemicals, this shampoo powder is a perfect hair conditioner and tonic. Highly recommended for silky smooth hair. Heenara Hair Herbal Hair Wash advantages: - Natural shampoo and conditioner for hair - Effective hair conditioner and tonic - Removes minor eruptions over scalp - Keeps hair clean and smooth A month after purchasing Heenara, I decided to give it a try. I followed the directions (mix desired amount with water to make a thick paste) and applied it from roots to tips. I wrapped my ends into 2 buns and let it sit for 10 mins (instructions state 5 minutes but I was a little side tracked). After rinsing thoroughly and I mean THOROUGHLY (there are little grits of herbs in the powder wash), I saturated my hair with my concoction of a conditioner (alma, Nyle and olive oils, Pantene Restoration deep conditioner and raw honey)...

Finally! After long thought and debating, I decided to open an Etsy store to sell my handmade goods. The earrings in the picture above are crocheted (yes by me) with glass and gold plated beads. Click here for a closer look and prices. And of course, please pass on the good word to a friend! I have a ton of ideas and yes I keep them in an "idea" book =)I will be posting more items tomorrow, March 19th so keep an eye out for more goodies!! XOXO ~R

AAAAAHHHHHHH SUN! There's nothing like waking up to a bright sun shiny day. FBHB and I took advantage of it and went on a walk through the park and down to the pier. It officially feels like Spring and I'm loving it! On to other things...I am working hard on making pieces for my Etsy shop. I'm very excited to embark on this venture. I will be sure to post the pieces as they are created. Here's to bigger and better things!

Well, dusting to be exact. This is a term used when trimming ends. It is also known as a "seek and destroy" mission on split ends. I remember doing this while sitting in class in high school. I would take my arts & crafts scissors and snip away at my ends. Yes, I still managed to pass my classes *smile*. Nowadays, I simply trim all of my ends every two months or as needed. Since I've been using a better hair regimen, I haven't had to trim as much. However, there are still many split ends lurking around. It's time to slow them down and eventually put and end to the madness. No pun intended ;) My ends felt my wrath just yesterday when I randomly picked up shears and went to town. I like razor straight edges but I always feel like I missed a few here and there. Dusting, makes it easier for me to get to the down and dirty split ends. The kind that will work its way up to the roots if they are not maintained. I've noticed my hair looking and feeling fuller than...

Yes ladies and gents. Not only do I draw, knit and crochet, I'm in the process of making jewelry too. Whew! I have to say having so many ideas in so many areas can be tiring. I have actually started a list in order to prioritize my work. At the moment, I am working on making jewelry for my online Etsy store that I just opened. Stay tuned :)

There are major repairs to be done before I move into my new apartment. Thanks to this great economy, I have a limited budget for repairs so naturally, I asked around for a recommendation. My cousin told me about Empire Today and how quick and painless the process was for her sleek hardwood floors. I figured, "what the hell, let's give them a try." Attempt # 1 After scheduling a "Free In Home Estimate", I started to shop around for paint colours that would match my new tiles and hard wood floors. Woo hoo!! The morning of the appointment, wet snow was falling but not enough to be alarmed. I drove over to the apartment and started scoping out where to put things and how to arrange art work, etc. I noticed there was a voice mail on my phone but didn't hear the phone ring. The message was from Empire Today stating they had to cancel and would like me to call them back to reschedule. There was no reason given and that irked me but I rescheduled anyway. Let's...

Finally got my laptop up and running so here we go.... Etsy Pre-V Day Crafting My awesome mom sewing away. Mom & cousin working hard on their Vday pillows. I heart my mom =) Etsy Twins! Vday Gifts With Love Flowers from mom and FHBF. I love them! Jessie's Girl Make Up for a lovely date. Handmade earrings courtesy of my mom. Love the colors! Vday Hair (Dry) Roller set first with a little wrap foam. Remove rollers and make sure one side in the front is twisted and VOILA! FYI: I used a mix of henna, hibiscuss and paprika in my hair and it came out a dark reddish brown. I forgot to add the lemon juice to make it more of a red shade but I will do so next time. I hope everyone had a great Vday. Everyday should be filled with love.