::Quick and Easy Halloween Face Painting::

Happy Halloween! 

As I went through my Facebook feed this morning, I found the best quick and easy face painting for adults. Some a little sexy, some a little spooky, all super quick and easy. If you are still looking for a Halloween look maybe these ladies can inspire you tonight. 

You can follow these lovely ladies on Instagram and Facebook, see their links below. 

Meet Apolonia, first off I love her name! 

And, can we just say...MEOW! 

Loved her look, this Momma is oh so very sexy and her face-paint brings her personality to life! Loved it. 

She actually inspired my post today. 

Chris is giving me the chills with her classic Catrina look, it is simply amazing! Very well put together.  

Follow her on Instagram: https://instagram.com/chrisloredo137/

One of my favorite Houston Momma's is this gorgeous woman, Jihane. She is a local blogger and her looks are so unique! A mermaid in gold and a beautiful little devil! 

Follow her on Instagram: https://instagram.com/onixjihane/

Blog: https://onixj.wordpress.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnixJHealthyLiving/

Another one of my favorites was Myriam of Original Wear Clothing! She is already so fashionable and traditional this look just fits her well. Myriam has also been features on my blog! 

Find her on Instagram: https://instagram.com/originalweartravelsabroad/

Website: http://shop.originalwearclothing.com/

Finally, a sweet look for all Momma's but also very cute! 

April, from Insights by April. She is also a local Houston blogger and always so trendy.You can follow this cute Minnie Mouse on Instagram: https://instagram.com/aprilock/ and on her blog: http://www.insightsbyapril.com/

Luminaries Craft for the Holiday's #childrenscrafts

Are you looking for a fun and easy way to keep your children busy during the Holiday season, one way is by creating these easy Luminaries. Inspired by a quick Google search one afternoon. I am visual person so I like to Google images of crafts or ideas that I can create with my children. My kids are also very hands on especially my Cami. They love cutting shapes or paper in general and using their handy-dandy glue-sticks, skills they are learning in pre-school. I decided to help them create these easy kid-friendly centerpieces.

If you too want to help your children create these fun and very easy luminaries to shine some light on your upcoming Holiday dinners here is what you will need: 

1. Simple White Paper Bags
2. Tissue Paper
3. Stickers for added decorations
4. Scissors-not pictured
5. Glue Sticks-not pictured
6. Candles-not pictured - I used small/medium size candles in glass holders 

{Please remember that the candles can become very hot, they are only for temporary lighting and should be in sight at all times as well as turned off over night.} 

• First; we cut shapes in our paper bags: I opened the bags, folded them in half and cut simple shapes. 

• Then we cut our Tissue Paper shapes; such as snowflakes, Christmas trees and a flower. {I traced the shapes for my kids and helped them cut them out.}

• We then glued them to our bags and placed our candles inside.

It was so easy, my children loved the fun Holiday activity.  Are you doing any fun Holiday crafting? Please share some of your favorites with us! 

Crafty Chica in Houston! #craftychicatour #latinapower

{::Momma of Dos:: This is not a compensated post. I RSVP'd to meet Kathy Cano-Murillo at the private Houston meet and greet for her Crafty Chica Tour hosted by Juan of Words. All opinions and statements below are my true and honest experiences.}

A couple of weeks ago I was able to meet and chat with well known Latina Artist, Entrepreneur, Blogger, & Author Kathy Cano-Murillo.  As she was in Houston promoting her Craft Chica product line in Michael's stores. Sitting with her that night really set my brain on fire in a very motivating way. Her wit and sense of humor are so contagious. It was like sitting with an old friend who I just hadn't seen in years. 

What she doesn't know is that I have been staulking  following her for years now, years. So, as I contained my Blogger-Star-Struck-ness ::real word:: I took in all of her advice and positive spirits. She really sets off a vibe of empowerment and true sense of community. All of which I look for in those women whom I consider great Latina role models. She inspired me right out of bed at 1:27 a.m. last night as these words just came to me!

One of the biggest things I am recently struggling with is focus and organization. As a writer it's hard to lose these things and continue to be successful. Thankfully, our conversation that night with Kathy lead to an awesome mentor session. The 3 most important tips that I took away  from that night about maintaining focus and being organized were as follows:

1.:: Make Lists :: Kathy said that she is a list maker. She creates lists with her ideas and projects she wants to accomplish. She loves notebooks and pens. {A woman after my own heart.} But,the real organization comes in when she categorizes those lists from easy to difficult. You then work your way from those goals/ideas/projects that are easy to accomplish to those that may take a little more time or you might have to brainstorm a little longer about. Makes sense. 

2. ::Prioritize::  She then said that she takes her lists and selects 2 things from that list and gives them a deadline. She then turns on her "laser beam" focus and completes those 2 tasks close to or by her deadline and then...continues down through her lists. Kathy stated; "turn on your laser beam focus and that {idea/project} will light on fire!" That's the type of focus I want in  my life and for my projects the kind that will ignite the flame and set it all off! Loved it. 

3. ::Be Prepared:: Finally, she stated "Always be prepared for an opportunity, never wait for it." Sounds easy and simple enough. And, true. Why wait for the opportunity to come up for you to start working on your projects or ideas? Simply be ready for it when it does comes. Prepare, stock-up and create so that you are not be caught off guard.    

Kathy is a business savvy, genuinely creative and fearless Latina who is so down-to-earth and real! Most importantly she is not afraid to laugh at herself, which is just amazing! That night we laughed so much, she inspired me and in her presence I had that sense of Latina Empowerment that I want to be a part of. She used the word Latina Power and it just made me reflect on what that really means. 

To me Latina Power is about supporting one another when you are truly trying to build up a strong Latina community and there is no room for egos or jealousy, simply genuine engagement to create a strong and lasting presence.  

Focus on your dreams and anything is possible.~Momma of Dos 

{DreamTree} ♥

Why hello lovelies! My name is Casey, and I am a local Houston photographer trying to make it in this crazy business!  I got started like many other photographers… at the beginning of my SAHM journey when I was a tender 24 years old.  I had a cheap camera, didn’t know much about it, woke up one day, and decided to go to art school.  Ha!  I soon found myself interning with The Houston Ballet, and working with some pretty amazing people in and around the Houston area.  I am now less than a week away from turning the big two-seven, with not only one but two beautiful blessings- Aislynn (6 years old) and Anabella (6 months old).  Together, they motivate my everyday, and inspire me to be a better…well, me. 

I’ve always had a passion for arts… When I was in elementary school, I was obsessed with the design and organization of my bedroom.  Six months wouldn’t go by without me redecorating and rearranging furniture.   By the time I was in middle school, I was in the school band, and music quickly became my muse.  Come high school, I danced and shimmied on stage to choreographed music.  And in college, I learned and finally embraced the fact that it’s okay to not “fit in” or be apart of the “in crowd”.  Art has always been apart of my life, and I hadn’t realized how much of an impact it made on my life until I picked up a camera and began snapping away! 

A little bit about my business:

The name, “DreamTree” encompasses the meaning of a dream… the roots of the tree, and the branches of hope… growing and blossoming into beautiful stories!  This too, has encompassed the journey of my own business.  When I first started out, I was all over the place… I hadn’t found my niche.  After photographing any and every opportunity that came at me, today, I can finally say I know exactly where I want DreamTree to go.  Over the past 6 months, my brand and style have taken on a new look and feel… one that I feel conveys the message behind DreamTree. 

I have had the pleasure of photographing some pretty ah-mazing people with beautiful stories to share and incredible hearts just bursting with pure LOVE!  Many clients have become wonderful and close friends, and each client has been a blessing!  I love being apart of something so very special! 

Please, feel free to take a look around my website and blog.  I’d love to meet you and your family, to get to know your dreams, and to help document some of the most precious and memorable moments in your lives!

{As a special thanks to Momma of Dos for having me as a guest on her oh so fab blog, with the mention of this post, receive 10% OFF your session.  Not a fan on Facebook? Become one, and receive a complimentary 11x14 with your session! Because you’re extra awesome, and want to share the love, share this post, comment below, and receive a $50 print credit towards your next session!} 

Thank you, all, for taking the time to read my little story!  And a special thank you to Momma of Dos for having me!  Much love, blessings, and happiness to you all!

Xoxo

--Casey

Website: www.dreamtree-photography.com

Blog: www.dreamtree-photography.com/blog

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/dreamtreephotography

{Awesome Wickless Candles & More} Shop Giveaway Jan. 2013

Let's show some Momma Love to Stacey!!! 

Our January Giveaway Partner!!
{Don't let the month fool you, head on over to her page and hit "LIKE"!!}

Meet Stacey:

Hi, my name is Stacey Imboden and I am a married mother of 3 daughters who live in Pasadena. 

I am 31 years old and I am a Scentsy Consultant. I love Scentsy because of all the wonderful smells and a huge variety of items that can be purchased. I started my shop so I can spread the word of me selling Scentsy and to offer my friends, family and customers with good deals and discounts. I also periodically give away FREE items on my page to those who want to participate. 

My customers motivate me to sell more and to keep getting the word out so I can reach the next level in Scentsy. All of my daughters love animals and so selling Scentsy makes it even better because I offer a lot of different stuffed buddies for the kids. I love listening to music or hearing my daughters sing to me while I work. My oldest daughter is a wonderful singer and just loves to sing all day long and write songs. My middle daughter loves Justin Bieber and wishes one day to meet him. My youngest who will soon have a birthday loves to draw, color, and make crafty stuff for everyone she knows. I myself love Coca Cola and I am a HUGE collector! 

My hubby is a stay at home dad and makes sure that the kids and I are all taken care of by the time I get off of work. I enjoy meeting new people and helping others when I can. I only speak English but I do understand Spanish a lot. My favorite saying is "rubber ducky your my friend"....lol I know its kind of childish but hey who said we ever have to completely grow up? Some of my favorite hobbies are making crafty things with my kiddos and collecting Coca Cola stuff. 

Connect with Stacey:

Awesome Wickless Candles & More

Personal Website: www.staceyimboden.scentsy.us

Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/awesomewicklesscandles {PLEASE LIKE} 

When Stacey gets to 500 likes on her Facebook Page she will give away a FREE Plug-In Warmer!

Current Specials:

Buy $250 or more and get FREE SHIPPING + I will give you a FREE LAYERS LOTION 
(choice of what I have in stock)

Buy $150 or more and get FREE SHIPPING!

Buy $75 in items and get a FREE Scent Pack (choice of what I have in stock)

For anyone who places an order on her website their name will be put in a drawing for a FREE Full-Size Warmer of their choice!

Offer ends: March 31, 2013 and drawing will be held on April 1, 2013. Must have at least 10 people with orders before drawing will be done!

How to enter the Momma of Dos January Giveaway:

Readers must be a fan and “like” Stacey’s page at ::Awesome Wickless Candles & More:: to be entered into the drawing. 

{Participants should also "like" Momma of Dos; then go to Stacey’s page and tell her the Momma sent you!}

Simple. 

Tell your Amigas and family to participate as well once Stacey reaches 500 readers your name will then be entered in the drawing!!! 

We will select a winner and announce it here!!!

Makes for a GREAT gift for any occasion!!!

Disclosure:This is not a compensated post. However, Awesome Wickless Candles is providing an item to giveaway and Momma of Dos is Hosting the giveaway. Momma of Dos will only advertise or promote items that fit in with the beliefs and character of this blog.  If you are found to not be a good fit, your shop will not be posted.

{E Creations} Shop Giveaway! ♥

This week is full of new adventures for this Momma! 

Yesterday we had our first ever review...check us out ::here::! 

Today we have a wonderfully creative and talented Momma Team Up 

with a great Momma Shop owner for a giveaway!!! I am so happy to Team Up with Hard Working Crafty Mommas, they totally inspire me! That and I love LOVE supporting Locals!!!

Source: Provided by Liz @ E Creations

Meet Liz!!! {From E Creations}

Source: Provided by Liz @ E Creations

She is one crafty Momma over at E Creations!

Tell me about your shop?  
E Creations started in June 28th 2012.  Been crafting for years though.  

 Slogan: “your imagination is our creation”

Source: Provided by Liz @ E Creations

 Why you started your Shop? What inspires you or motivates you?

I have two amazing little girls! My 5 year old from the time she was little loves to dress up in different dresses and costumes, Loves for me to take her pics. My 1 year old as little as she is loves the dresses just as much. I saw theses dresses everywhere but they were so pricey having seven kids total I just could not afford them but my passion for crafts and the love for my kids put a drive in me and I started creating the one of a kind dresses and bows at an affordable price that is not too farfetched for mothers like me that want the beautiful dresses but just did not have the money to afford them. As I started making these dresses I have seen the faces of different little girls and when their face lights up with enjoyment, my heart warms with excitement to see them so happy.

Specials & discounts  being offered right now? Deadline or expiration?

I am giving away a tutu dress to a child in need winner is to be picked by the 1st of December to be shipped by the 15th just in time for Christmas. 

They have to email me their story to ecreations@live.com and “Like” our Facebook Fan page at www.facebook.com/ecreatetutu4u

Tell us about your Momma quirks and perks?

I never have a boring moment in my life with seven kids and two dogs, OK make it eight kids with my husband counting as one.  LOL!

Creative Momma  Workstations, where do you craft?

My husband was tired of me using our kitchen table as my “craft table” so he built me one. He painted it pink and white just for me…LOL. I usually sit at the table for about an hour pondering on the colors and materials I am going to use for my next dress or bow for that matter.

Español?

 I can understand everything you tell me in Spanish but my Spanish is so choppy..lol…thanks to google translate I am a pro….hehe.

Liz is giving away a bow of choice from her shop you can visit her page to see the awesome and beautiful selection that she has and enter to win!!!!

How to enter:

Readers must be a fan and “like” the Host’s page; ::Momma of Dos:: page and Liz’s page at ::E Creations:: to be entered into the drawing. 

{Participants must be new to E Creations or Momma of Dos; "Like" Momma of Dos then go to Liz’s page and tell her the Momma sent you! 

Simple. 

Tell your Amigas and family to participate as well once Liz reaches 250 readers your name will then be entered in the drawing!!! 

We will select a winner and announce it here!!!} 

Makes for a GREAT gift for any occasion!!!

Connect with Liz:

Source: Provided by Liz @ E Creations

Etsy Shop: Working on Etsy website just opened it

Facebook Fan page: www.facebook.com/ecreatetutu4u {PLEASE "LIKE"}

Pintrest: http://pinterest.com/ecreatetutu4u

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ECreationsE

Disclosure:This is not a compensated post. However, E Creations is providing an item to giveaway and Momma of Dos is Hosting the giveaway. Momma of Dos will only advertise or promote items that fit in with the beliefs and character of this blog.  If you are found to not be a good fit, your shop will not be posted.