I've stated in previous blog that I am no Martha Stewart or Betty Crocker. I can cook and bake, but when it comes to doing anything creative - painting, sewing, etc., I have the capabilities of a 5 year old. Pinterest has intrigued me to dabble a little more than I ever thought I would, and it turns out that it’s not the worst thing in the world. I typically pay for the convenience of things, so the thought of making my own Halloween costume was slightly frightening. In fact, I thought I would push most of the work off onto my dear friend Meg, who happens to love DIY and just so happened to be doing a costume with me. Sucka! Yea, not the case! I worked my ass off on that thing, as did Meg, and the result was amazeballs! Compliments up the wazoo AND winner of the DIY Costume Contest at the Halloween party.
The compliments that we received almost made it seem like people did not think I was capable of such a thing… granted, I didn’t think I was either, but it became quite apparent that there was some shock and awe from my friends and family. We spent a total of 10-12 hours working on this costume, and I must say that while we were in the process of making it, I wanted to say fuck it and run to the nearest costume store, but I held out. I'm so glad I did because the final product was nothing short of fantastic! Realistically, did I think being a box of Nerds (classic strawberry & grape) and actual nerds would be worth it, no. I was wrong. Dead wrong and I'm happy to admit that now.
There was a total of 5 costume categories - Best Overall, Funniest, DIY, Couple, and Most Creative - and while someone <cough Meg cough> voted for us for FOUR of the five (true story) categories we walked away with one victory! I think it would have been a little embarrassing to walk away with so many wins... wouldn't have wanted anyone else to feel like we stole the show (even though we absolutely did)! Kidding! There were some great costumes this year & I'm just happy to won one of the categories. Go team Nerds!
I know the question you're all wondering is will I be doing another DIY costume next year... well, the answer is fuck if I know. I think I'm still high from the paint and the permanent marker that we used, so maybe once I come down from that I'll be able to make the right decision. We shall see.
The costume reveal...
PS - we all know how much I despise hair, so please know that, yes, I was 150% miserable wearing that wig all night. Although, I was told that I looked damn good with pink hair. Something to consider... ;)
take it or leave it: Tomorrow is November 1st. Onto the next holiday Thanksgiving, which for me really only means that Christmas is getting closer! I love Christmas... perhaps more than most. I am perfectly ok with admitting it and taking all the shit from people who just don't get it. To each their own, right? Since the holiday season kicks off really soon I would like to make a recommendation. A classic flick... Home Alone. Yes, another children's movie recommendation from a 26 year old. Deal with it. If you do not enjoy this wonderful movie I sorta feel sorry for you. This movie is my childhood and Christmas all wrapped up into one. The house that it takes place in is up for sale... just a few million dollars and a few towns away. I've seriously considered how I could make that happen, that's how much I love this movie. Watch it... and keep the change ya filthy animal!
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