DIY | Flash Tats

Nail color: Essie's Topless & Barefoot (new obsession)

I've been seeing these babies all over the blogosphere lately and only one thought popped into my head; I NEED THEM. Of course, I quickly went online to purchase a package for myself...and then I saw the price tag. Although $22 may seem somewhat reasonable for 4 sheets of these beautiful tattoos, I knew they wouldn't last long in my house. Since the tattoos only last for 1 week, I wanted to come up with an alternative that would allow me to create whatever I want, whenever I want.

I was walking into my room this morning and noticed a couple of sharpies from an old DIY project laying on my desk; one silver, one gold. A lightbulb switched on inside my head as I found my solution.

I've tried to tattoo myself in the past with metallic sharpies and they never seemed to come out very shiny, or how I pictured they would in my head. These sharpies differ in that they are essentially paint pens, of the "heavy duty" variety (I last used them to write on glass). The markers are oil-based paint pens in the colors metallic gold and metallic silver. You can get them at any local craft store, or you can buy the set of two from amazon for only $9 (the best deal IMO).

Now, I'm not advocating the use of sharpies on skin, as I imagine they can't be that good for you. But, I can recommend this alternative if you don't have sensitive skin and you want a temporary flash tat for a fraction of the cost!

Hump Day Jams

I know what you're thinking....stop that!

A lot of people ask me about my taste in music, and what I would recommend them to listen to. That being said, I've decided to start a new(ish) segment on my blog where I'll post some of my favorite jams.

If you've seen my other post, I created a playlist via 8tracks highlighting some of my favorite Spring deep house tracks. Since we're approaching the warmest weather of the season, I thought I'd make a chill, beach-inspired mix. 

Coincidentally, two of the tracks on this mix are titled "Waves" so it's only right that I entitled my playlist "waavves".

Hope you enjoy these tracks, let me know what you think!

waavves from Jenna Souza on 8tracks Radio.

Happy (Fifth?) of July!

I've been meaning to get a post up for quite a number of days, but this weekend has taken busy to a whole new level. Cookouts, fireworks, family and friends consumed my time and I'm 110% okay with that.

Living in New England has it's ups, and it has it's downs. Weather would most definitely be on the downside of things. You couldn't predict the weather here even if it hit you between the eyes (literally). Unfortunately, everyone's 4th of July plans were cancelled or postponed on Friday due to hurricane Arthur. While I didn't have the most exciting of holidays, I was able to spend some quality family time, which took the edge off of my severe cabin fever.

American Flag Scarf: Charlotte Russe
Dress: Paper Crane
American Flag Bikini: Amazon
Lace Crochet Socks: Urban Outfitters
White Converse High-Tops

Our family friend's annual clamboil had to be postponed until Saturday, which thankfully turned out to be the most beautiful day; around 81 and sunny with NO humidity (rare for this time of year). We had some coney island hotdogs, pulled pork, and some sangria (almost all-American). After a day of full bellies and fun, we went down to Battleship Cove and watched our city's firework display and so concludes our perfect 5th of July.