100 faces- #1, #2, #3, and #4

So, I had a blog before this one of which I've given up on. I've never been great at journaling and this is another version of it that I couldn't keep up with. The only thing I've stayed consistent with is drawing. Doodling, sketching, it's my best and most favorite pasttime. Here are the first pictures of my first project on my first sketchblog! Cheers to the number "first"!


Yes, yes... I know Alice's normally stylish hair is poofy on top. I rushed it a lot at the end because I'd been focusing on her face so much. Besides, it was a present for my mom. She probably didn't even notice.


This leans more towards my style of realism, where it still retains a somewhat cartoon-y or surreal kind of look. It was meant to be my version of Edward Cullen.


The second realism portrait I've ever done. Alice was the first. I think I've already improved. I really, really love the way his eyes turned out. (Oh please, oh please say this is recognizable as Dali?)


Just a doodle that turned into creating a Greco-awesome border.

All the day long...

So, Real Simple is possibly my most favorite magazine... I could ogle the pages all day, every day.

Le sigh...

Moustache party!

So, I have been known to rock moustaches on occasion. (Who hasn't?)

Recently, my affinity for wearing fake facial hair has sprung a wondrous idea in my head... Why not, for my birthday party, have a moustache/hat-wearing/cheesy dance music/beach party??







I have goofy enough friends that will absolutely fall in love with the idea!

And we could all use a good moustache/hat-wearing picture.

Besides, I only live 45 minutes from the awesome Atlantic!

Be jealous. *wink*

Song of the day- "Macarena"- Los Del Rio

Lineage.

"SNYDER" (from the German, SCHNEIDER)- One who makes outer garments; a tailor. From the German verb "schneiden," meaning to cut. SCHNIEDER is a German variant spelling, while SNYDER, SNIDER, and SNEIDER are Dutch spellings of this surname.

I've found my calling in life! Kidding. I LOVE to sew and make things but, it's hardly my forte and it isn't what I wish to do for a living. Although, I would certainly love to keep it as a hobby!

Now, I have many MANY patterns. But, I'm (perhaps unfortunately?) a fan of "winging" it. My ultimate plans for the summer are to complete several sewing endeavors which may or may not include--->


A VERY 50's dress.


Perhaps a skirt or vest or bag made out of one of the yummy floral patterned fabrics by Liberty of London.


And various pillows but, I'm most excited about attempting an animal pillow or two! Isn't he just adorable? *le sigh*

Song of the day- "You Can't Hurry Love" -Phil Collins

Sweet Tooth

My beauteous apple pie... YUM. I tried out a new crust recipe which, left it exceedingly pale until I broiled some sugar on top. So, it's a perfect crust (minus the natural brownness) and it has that golden glow to it... I couldn't be prouder!

Well, once I start baking, it's hard to stop, ya see?


Jammy thumb cookies. And they're pink.

Delicious...
and unrepatable. Since, I tend to make up recipes. Especially when it comes to cookies.

I made them for my parents anniversary today.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MUMMY AND DAD!

Song of the day---> "Take Me Home Tonight"- Eddie Money (Don't you just LOVE Ronnie Spector?)

Also, our peonies are OUT--->

Castles.

Once again, I've planned my wedding. Over the years my color palatte has morphed from blue and green, to purple, green, and brown. I've discovered that there are a lot more flowers I love with a purple color scheme; and that's fine by me.

FOR EXAMPLE--->

---lavender---


---hydrangeas---


---asters---


Pretty, huh?

I like the idea of chocolate brown being my base. Pretty pics to inspire my reception... Although, there will definitely be MORE green, and bits of purple. Sheer ribbons and tall candles and twinkle lights... *le sigh








I've always loved the idea of an outdoor reception underneath a canopy of twinkle lights... *le sigh again

My ACTUAL wedding (here's the kicker) will be in a castle. I don't know which one exactly but, since I'm LDS (Mormon), I believe in eternal marriage, that can only be achieved through the exchanging of vows within an LDS temple. Thankfully, they're located all over the world!




So many to choose from...

Song of the Day- "Come on get Higher"- Matt Nathanson