Spring Fling Party of 2013

This past Saturday, I attended a Spring Fling party, hosted by my dear friend Amy. It was so nice to be able to come out and mingle with other women; especially, after being cooped up in doors most of this winter.

HoneyXO Cosmetics makes its debut in Indiana!

  I was honored that Amy had asked me to show case a company I am most passionate about (http://www.honeyxo.com), and was very excited to put together a display for all to see.
   One of the vendors there, Billie, actually agreed to allow me to do her makeup, to demonstrate some of the beautiful cosmetics Honey at http://www.honeyxo.com  creates.  Billie sells Scentsy and Velata products; she told me that normally she does not wear makeup. Knowing this, I wanted to keep her makeup as toned down as possible--something that was relaxed for everyday.

Billie: "I don't normally wear makeup but if I did, this is what it'd look like!"

  There were many vendors at the party! One of which, I was most excited to meet was Beth Hunley from Retro By Design. Beth is a jewelry designer and is most noted for her unique hinge bracelets. I have never seen anything like them! Her style has a vintage flair that I absolutely love. She even creates pendants out of antique spoons. I bought one of her necklaces at her table. I do not tend to wear large necklaces, yet I found myself enraptured by its detailing that I couldn't help purchasing it. This necklace will make an excellent statement piece.  I look forward to doing a review on it in a couple of weeks, and to see her new releases as they are put up on her etsy and facebook page. I hope to purchase more from her in future.

Such beautiful details!

   I was also privileged to meet up with a representative from a company called Grace Adele. I spoke with Kendra to inquire about a beautiful zipper rose clip I had spotted on one of her chic handbags, as I do enjoy wearing hair flowers.  I was pleased to learn that it had multiple functions. Grace Adele specializes in fashionable costume jewelry, handbags, scarves, and more.  I even saw a faux leather journal that can come in three colors, for only ten dollars. Being a writer, naturally, I put this on my "mental wish list."
   Thirty-one was also present.  I had a party with them about a year ago, and hope to have another someday.  I already own their manicure set and case, three different colored hair flowers, a big tote I use for laundry supplies, a small carry all caddy, and a key chain.  Their products I have tried so far, are of very good quality; and I have used them extensively.  Thirty-one's "mission," if you will, is to organize your home in style.  They have such a wide range of products and designs to choose from.

The doggie outfits were adorable!!

  I shared a table with a very fascinating woman, Gibson, who has a home business, selling reversible doggie outfits and accessories she creates herself.  Her business is called Gibson's Furry Fashions, and the profit from sales (with exception to funds to keep the business going) is donated to the Humane Society. At the moment they are trying to raise enough money for some doggie doors.  The prices for the doggie outfits are considerably affordable. She even had a reversible doggie wedding dress there with two different colored veils, and a set of matching white, wee bracelets. It was just darling!

I love the red shift on this black handbag...

  These are only but a few of the vendors at the party.  I had so much fun conversing with other women, trying out food samples, and even did a little bit of shopping.  Not only did I purchase the gorgeous necklace from Retro by Design, but at the yard sale table I saw a stunning black bag by Rosetti.  What intrigued me was the red shift in the shiny, black, faux leather.  It happened to be previously owned by our host, Amy.  She gave me an awesome deal for it, and I love this handbag already.  In fact, much to my surprise, later that evening I found, though produced by another company, it was the exact same size and design as the handbag I just previously blogged about.
  All in all, I had a marvelous time, and am very grateful that I was able to attend and meet new friends, and try and see new products. What a lovely weekend I had!

<3 Beth.

Where to find them:

HoneyXO Cosmetics- Cosmetics and Handcrafted Jewelry
Official website http://www.honeyxo.com                   
Blog http://www.honeygirlsworld.com/
Official Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/Honeygirlsworld
Youtube Channel http://www.youtube.com/user/destne146


Scentsy-Fragrances, (Flameless Candles) Tart Warmers of many styles, Tarts and more
Representative Billie Haffner

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialScentsyFanPage     
Website http://www.scentsy.com

Velata- Fun Fondue Warmers, and Yummy Chocolates
Representative Billie Haffner
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVelata
Website http://www.velata.com

Retro by Design- Unique Handcrafted Jewelry
Designed and Created by Beth Hunley
Etsy Shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/RetroByDesignJewelry
Official Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/RetroByDesign

thirty-one - Chic Organizational Products for the Home
Consultant Paula Fifer                                                                    
Email pfifer31@yahoo.com
Website http://www.mythirtyone.com/paulas31shop 

Grace Adele- Classy Costume Jewelry, Trendy Handbags, Scarves, and more!
Consultant Kendra Brainard
Email KENDRA.BRAINARD@yahoo.com
Website http://www.kendrabrainard.graceadele.us

Gibson's Furry Fashions- "For all your dog accessories. Handmade with love!"
Email grannygrouch@gmail.com
Website http://www.gibsonsfurryfashions.webs.com
Official Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/GibsonsFurryFashions

K&K Designs- Wall Clings (Home Decor)
Consultant Kaylah Sink
Official Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/KkDesignsWithKaylahSink

Note: I'd like to send out a special thank you to Kaylah for giving me a ride to the party; I don't know if I would have been able to attend otherwise. It was lovely meeting you!

And again, a big thank you to Amy for inviting me! I've missed you so much girl, and hope you and your family are doing well!!

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FTC: I AM IN NO WAY BEING PAID BY SAID COMPANIES TO WRITE THIS BLOG POST, AND I AM IN NO WAY AFFILIATED WITH SAID COMPANIES, EXCEPT FOR  HONEYXO COSMETICS. I DO RECEIVE SOME DISCOUNT AND FREE PRODUCT(S) FROM HONEYXO COSMETICS IN RETURN FOR PROMOTIONAL AND MODELING PURPOSES.

I ALSO WANT TO ADD THAT I AM IN NO WAY LICENSED AS A CERTIFIED MAKEUP ARTIST, AND HAVE NEVER CLAIMED TO BE AS SUCH.

Trying Too Faced Products for First Time...FIRST IMPRESSIONS

My 2012 Christmas Goodies!

        When I first joined Youtube almost two years ago, and immersed myself in the beauty community, I learned of a lot of high-end makeup companies that were unknown to me before.  I have talked a lot about putting together looks on a budget with drugstore makeup and other affordable resources. While they do have their benefits, in the back of my mind I have always wondered if they lived up their hype and was worth their prices.

On one side of the cards the instructions are in french!

      This past Christmas, I was fortunate enough to have some play money to have some fun.  Being that I am very pregnant, buying some newer clothes at this time wasn't really practical.  I decided on trying something very new.  For a long while, I have watched many videos on Youtube discussing the Too Faced eye kits.  Already, I own a dupe for the natural eye kit that I had bought at Rue21, which I do use very often.  I ready many reviews before making my selection.  Having brown tones already in my Rue Beaute dupe, I felt the need for something different. With spring coming on I wanted some soft pastels.  Then I saw it-the Romantic Eye Kit. The packaging alone I found quite pretty; and the cards' directions looked simplistic enough.  When I do purchase an eye kit of any kind, whether it be NYX, Rue Beaute, or drugstore, my main concerns are quick functionality and quality (and cute packaging would be nice, lol). 
    Since there was a special on shipping I added to my order the Too Faced Eye Shadow Insurance Primer.  The primer which I have used in many of my previous tutorials, the I-Candy Couture Eye Candy Fix Eye primer from I-Candy Couture (now known as http://www.honeyxo.com ), I have had about a year. It had reached its prime, and I would be needing something new.  I almost cried when I had to give it up. I loved that primer, and still have yet to find anything like it. 
  With my order I was permitted to select some samples. I picked out a lipgloss called Glamour Gloss in the shade flirt and another primer (which I gave away to a dear friend).

Comparing Too Faced to a dupe...

   My order arrived in about a week or so, in a card board box.  In comparison to my dupe, I was surprised that the Romantic Eye Kit was quite a bit smaller in size; the packaging that is.  It looked to have the same amount of product. I tried each look provided by the tutorial cards that came with it. Two of the three I favor more. The classic one I use often, and the fashion one is something I would use when going out with friends or on a date with hubby. The day look, to me wasn't much different than some other kits that I already own.  The shadows have a silky powdery consistency, which threw me a loop, considering I read a review stating that it was very "buttery and soft." Compared to my dupe, it is definitely not. Regardless, the pigmentation isn't too bad and it gave the soft look I was after. Something for spring when I am in a hurry, as is my dupe for summer/fall.  When applying, I didn't notice any fall out, and the colors seemed to blend much better with brushes rather than applicators. 
   The primer I ordered also turned out to work sufficiently. My shadows last all day.  I miss the sticky creamy consistency my previous primer provided, but when my Nyx base is added in tandum it is adequate for now.
   When I first looked at the Glamour lipgloss I was concerned that the shade was too dark, however it worked well with my porcelain skin tone. I was thrown off by the cooling effect it created once applied.  Quite frankly, it almost scared me at first.  It was like I had put mint on my lips.  It didn't hurt at all, nor was it annoying. The sensation just surprised me. I went back to read up on it and realized that there were ingredients that caused this to creating plumping in the lips. I didn't notice my lips enlarge in anyway, but I imagine this would be soothing on hot summer days.
     Was the palette eye kit worth the thirty-six dollars? I will use it. I have tried better products as far as blending and pigmentation. Will I replace it in future? Doubtful.  Regardless, I will use it up; but my curiosity is satisfied now.

I find myself reaching for this look more.

I use the Fashion look secondly.  

NOTE: I AM NOT AFFILIATED WITH COMPANIES MENTIONED EXCEPT http://www.honeyxo.com .  I DO RECEIVE SOME FREE PRODUCT FROM http://www.honeyxo.com FOR PROMOTIONAL, ADVERTISING, AND MODELING SERVICES. I AM NOT BEING PAID TO DISCUSS THESE PRODUCTS.


<3 Beth.