Friday, 26 September 2014

DIY of the Month . . .

So. I've decided that once a month, I'll post a quick lil DIY project here, complete with instructions and pictures the whole shebang (Is it shibang? Shabang? Should I just not use the word at all? I'm at a total loss here, guys.) 

This month, I'll be explaining how to make your own tattoo chokers. These were a huge trend in the 90's and they're coming back in a big way. They look super cute, plus they're really fun and easy to make wow!!1!

Materials : 

- 1mm or thicker stretchy beading cord (e.g. Stretch Magic, available at Walmart) 

- Binder clip

- Scissors 

- Hard surface (e.g. book, binder, table, etc.) 

- Clear nail polish 

*Optional* Small silver charm 

Step 1 : 

Measure your cord to arm's length. It's also a good idea to leave a little extra after this, to make it easier to finish. Once you've measured your cord, use the scissors to cut it.  

Step 2 : 

Fold the cord in half and secure the folded part to a hard surface using the binder clip. It should look like the picture below. 


Step 3 : 

We're ready to start our choker! To do this, first take one side of the cord and loop it over the other, pulling it up to the top near the binder clip. It's a little hard to explain this step in words, so refer to the diagram below. The blue, or left side of the cord loops over first, followed by the red, or right side. Repeat this until you've reached the end of your cord. Remember, it's very important keep the loops consistent! 

Illustration credit to mirukukeki.blogspot.com 

Step 4 : 

Once you've finished looping, remove the choker from the binder clip, making sure to hold the open end tight. Now is a good time to measure the choker around your neck to ensure a nice fit. Finish the choker by tying the two ends together and applying a clear nail polish over the knot to further secure it. After the polish dries, you're done! Here's what the finished product should look like. 


BONUS STEP! 

If you think your choker needs some accessorizing of its own, add a charm to it! Make sure it's not too big, as this will overpower the delicate design of the necklace. Here are some ideas. 





Alrighty, that's all for this week. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial. If you try it out, comment below and send me pictures! 

Signed,
The Teenaged Adventurer 

Saturday, 20 September 2014

Introducing Me

I've had quite the difficult time deciding about what to write in my very first post on this blog. After much consideration, I've come to my decision. I will introduce myself. 

You may wonder why I would choose to do this, seeing as most, if not all, readers already know me. However, this is a new blog, a new start. 
So here's me doing a random introductory tag I found on tumblr. I promise I won't bore you! (Maybe.) (Hopefully.) (Sorry if I do.)

1. What's your favourite food?
Not gonna lie, it's Shellie Freres' spaghetti. 

2. If you could spend a week anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?: 
Wow, that's a good question. Anywhere, I guess? I just like being in new places in general.

3. Would you take anyone with you?
Oh absolutely. (◡‿◡✿)

4. What is your preferred writing implement? (eg. Blue pen, pencil, green pen):
I like using pencils because if you mess up, which I often do, you can just erase it.

5. Favourite month and why?:

October. Halloween is my favourite holiday, and I love the weather.

6. Do you have connections to any celebrities (even minor)?:
My cousin David Fales is back-up quaterback for the Chicago Bears.


7. Name 3 items you could pick up from where you are:
My sister's binder, a yellow plush Elmo chair (don't ask), and headphones.

8. What brand logo is closest to you currently?:
Otis Spunkmeyer! (◑‿◐✿)

9. Do you ever play board games or other non-computer games? Got any favourites?:
Duh. My favourites are Apples to Apples and Life. 

10. A musical artist you love that isn’t well known?:
WOWIE WOW WOW I HAVE SO MANY UM 
To name a few;

11. A musical artist you love that is well known?:
Five Seconds Of Summer. (✿∪ ◡ ∪)

12. Last person you talked to, and through what you talked to them?:
Jordyn, she's sitting right next to me lol 

13. First colour name you can think of that isn’t in the rainbow:
Uh maroon?

14. What timekeeping devices are in the room you are currently in?:
There's a clock thingy on the desk a few feet away but I don't know if it works um.

15. What musical artists have you seen perform live?:
The only one that I actually remember is R5, but I've seen a few others.


16. What gaming consoles do you or your family own?:
Wii, Xbox 360, Play Station (1, 2, and 3), Gamecube 

17. What’s the best job you’ve ever had?:
Dance assistant at TDC! I seriously live for this job, guys. #RealTalk

18. What magazines do you read, if any?:
Seventeen and Teen Vogue ooh. 

19. Inspiration behind your blog title?:
I want to travel, I want to see the world, I want to do/try everything and I'm willing to work to get there. This is what it means to be an adventurer. 


20. Favourite item of clothing?:
Do my tattoo chokers count? #sigh

21. Name at least one book you loved as a child:
I DONT REMEMBER WHAT IT WAS CALLED BUT THERE WAS A HORSE NAMED JELLYBEAN OR POPTART OR SOMETHING AND I READ IT AT LEAST FOUR TIMES A DAY BUT I CANNOT REMEMBER THE NAME SEND HELP 

22. What email service do you use?:
I'm on that gmail yo hmu 

23. Is there anything hanging on the walls of the room you are currently in?:
Actually yeah, there's two of these twisty sconce thingys and a mirror and this really cool geometric painting we bought when we first moved here.


24. What’s your favourite number, and why?:
Right now it's 510. Days until I turn 18. 


25. Earliest moment in your life you can remember?:
My grandpa teaching me how to tie my shoes when I was six. 

26. What did you have for dinner yesterday?:
McDonalds because I'm so health-conscious yknow

27. What fandoms would you consider yourself a part of?:
- Directioner (One Direction)
- Angel (Charli XCX)
- Killjoy (My Chemical Romance)
- Potterhead (Harry Potter... duh)
- Oncer (Once Upon a Time)
- Lovatic (Demi Lovato)
- Lana's Army (Lana Del Rey)
- Just A Fan (The 1975)
- Initiate (Divergent)
- too mANY MORE

28. If you could study anything, what would it be?
Photography maybe. 


29. Do you use anything on your lips? (eg. Chapstick, gloss, balm, lipstick):
My name is Logan, and I'm a Chapstick addict.

30. What things annoy you more than anything else?:
Gossipy people, always being late, waiting. 

31. Do you wear much jewelry?:
Not really. 

32. How many times have you moved house?:
Only once, so far. #TheFutureApproaches 

33. Is there is anything that is guaranteed to always make you happy?:
Oh definitely. Shoes, going somewhere new, music, Joel Gardner, watching The Mortal Instruments, etc.


34. Is there anything that always makes you sad?:
Zac Efron. Just, Zac Efron. 

35. What do you associate the colour red with?:
My Chemical Romance um

36. Last strong smell you can remember smelling?:
Outside. Ew.

37. What do you associate the colour blue with?:
Eyes.

38. Would you prefer to be at a beach or in the countryside?:
Neither, I like the city.

39. Do you know anyone with the same birthday as you?: 


40. Favourite place to shop?:
Forever 21, duh. (✿◠‿◠)

41. What is your least favourite colour, and why?
Purple, I have no clue why um.


42. How do you spell grey/gray?:
I usually spell it grey because it's Meredith's last name. 


43. What time is it currently?
4:23 P.M.


44. Is there anything you should be doing right now? 
...The laundry. 

Alriiiiight, that's it for this post. If you actually read all that, wow thank you I love you you're my best friend come give me a hug or something wow.
Until next time, folks. 

Signed,
The Teenaged Adventurer