Just Because

So Miss Lauren and her friends came in today for a mini spa day, and topped it off with a fabulous make-up app! They received a massage and mani/pedis, then basically gave us the freedom to do whatever we wanted on their make-up. I was inspired by this young girls facial features to create a doll-esque look. I used a soft golden shimmer on the lids, a medium taupe on the crease and a rich red brown on the outer crease. Her lips and checks tinted soft baby pink, and her lashes were applied to top and bottom. She loved it and so did I. Their next stop was a basketball game so I'm sure they will be turning heads!

Weddings, Prom, and Pageants

A quick look at the last few months.

Changing Things Up! New Look for the New Year!

I saw one if my favorite clients today, Elysia! We have been discussing a change for a while now and I was taking it slow, but today was the day! We totally transformed her! I used an awesome treatment color called PM Shine, that works to heal the hair as it adds color and shine. She has been working hard to change her lifestyle, and has lost some weight, and now, she is a new woman! We were both very pleased with the result. I have been in the creative mood lately, let's see what else comes from it!

Mateo made his first collage!

I wondered what Mateo was up to as I got ready for work this morning. He had such focus on his face, as he created this simple collection of photos. As he places his last piece down he looks up and says, "look mom, cookies!" To him it was just a reminder of time spent with his mommy and daddy making cookies. To me it was his first independently created art piece. Am I exaggerating a little bit, maybe. Am I a proud mama, for sure.

New Years Eve in High Flying Style!

Last minute I decided to fly from Houston to San Antonio, instead of driving for two and a half hours. All is smooth sailing and the view is spectacular! Couldn't ask for a better start to New Years Eve! The day actually started out great with a bride getting ready for her wedding. She was so happy and grateful, and she totally made my day. Now I wait for my merlot, as I embark on my journey to visit with family. I am so grateful for all the people who surround me and wether they are near or far, they are always with me in my spirit. These people made me who I am today, wether purposely or involuntarily through their actions and opinions. Thank you to all who have graced my path, I am truly blessed to have such amazing people to look up to and gain inspiration from.

Photoshoot Week! Pageant work has begun!

This week was filled with the Teen and Miss girls from the America system, from this area! I did hair and make-up for Miss Sugar Land Teen and Miss Houston Teen, but only make-up for Miss Harris County Teen, which is the only one I actually took a picture of. They are all so sweet, and I look forward to working more with them throughout the year! As soon as I get a hold of the final shots I will be posting! The inspiration they gave me was cute and I look forward to seeing the results.

Dinner Time!!! Broccoli vs. Pizza

I made an awesome homemade pizza today from semi-scratch! It was really good!! I had to stop myself from eating after four squares. I bought a thin crust dough, so it was easy to scarf down. Usually Mateo is exited about pizza, but he woke up on the wrong side of the bed after his nap, so he is super cranky! Surprisingly enough, one of his favorite foods is BROCCOLI so I offered to steam some up for him and he agreed. What a strange little child that I have who prefers to have steamed broccoli over pizza any day! He just turned to me and nodded his head and said," Mmmmmm!"



~Meli

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I am on a Roll

I got a request for a "rasta" hat by one of my co-workers. So I used the same pattern I used for the gray beret except I used a much larger hook and added just a few chains to the initial chain strand. I wasn't sure if it would be exactly the style she had in mind, but I think it has the look she wanted.
I LOVE CROCHET!!!!!!! This craft is so great, learn a few stitches and recreate patterns in all sorts if ways!!!! Ooohhh the possibilities! Up next, a slouchy purse/bag for my friend Kate! I haven't found a pattern I like, yet, so I will be making this one by combining a few projects. Can't wait to get started!!







~Meli

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Panda Hat

I received a special request from my coworker Anthony, while I was working on the gray beret (that ended up belonging to Mateo) that instantly caught my attention. He said, "oooh, I want a Panda hat," and I said, "OK!" As soon as I finished making that beret, as well as finished the one that actually fit me, I got to work! It surprisingly didn't take me very long, considering I can only afford to make stuff for a short while during the week. A short three days later, I turned it in to him and he was so exited, so was I! Hooray for projects!!

Craft, Create, Crochet!

It's kinda funny, but, I started a beret crochet pattern the other day, and as I worked it, I felt like something wasn't quite right. Finally, a couple days later when I finished, I realized I really messed it up somehow.
BUT, to my sons advantage it was just the right size for his little head!!!! So I told him, "Mateo! I made you a new hat!". He was so exited he took it right from my hands and put it on in a second. He loves hats, and he definitely loved this one.






~Meli

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¡¡QUINCE!!

I did this sweet Quinceañera today for her party! She absolutely flourished from the time I met her to when she was heading out the door, her head was high and her smile big!! I thought it was real cute she had her braces done to match her dress!












~Meli

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Digging in the Archives

I went in and started digging through my computer and emails and pulled up some pictures I never got around to posting. Here they are, along with some links to other work I've done. There will be more to come as I find them, so come back and check 'em out!

Weddings:

Maggie and Paul