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Entertainment Blog: My Top 5 Must-See Summer Movies


By Kellie Painter
May 15, 2013 - 12:00pm

Summer means more time to relax, and for most people, it means seeing more movies than they do the rest of the year because of the extra free time.  Hence, the Summer Blockbuster was born.  They may not usually be Oscar winners, but summer movies are the ones people outside of the movie buffs talk about.  There are a ton of movies I want to see over the summer, but I’ve managed to narrow it down to the 5 that I am most excited about.  Here are my top 5 must-see summer movies: 1. The Great Gatsby READ MORE

Secrets of Beauty Junkie: 5 Beauty Tips for Finals Week


By Kellie Painter
May 7, 2013 - 12:45pm

  As finals and project deadlines approach, most CMU students find themselves spending more time on work than taking care of themselves.  Makeup disappears from the faces of CMU girls, and sweatpants are the norm.  Inevitably, we then run into the guy we like in Hunt or at Starbucks.  Prevent that awkward moment of seeing him, or anyone for that matter, when you look less than your best with my tips for quick, easy finals week skincare and makeup: READ MORE

Nail Blog: Sunsets


By Colleen Casey
April 30, 2013 - 9:36pm

I decided to stray from florals this time and go for something new.  These sunset nails still use bright, fun colors, and they are fairly quick to do!  They'll also look awesome on the beach.  You’ll be using a similar method to the gradient nails, so read this if you need a refresher.   What you’ll need:   READ MORE

DIY Fashion Blog: Denim Vest


By Cynthia Hsia
April 24, 2013 - 6:20pm

  About the Project: Denim jackets and vests are always going in and out of style and with summer approaching, denim vests are hot, hot, hot (no pun intended)! If you have a denim jacket that you don’t wear anymore or can’t fit into, don’t donate it just yet! You can still salvage it by quickly turning it into a vest, like my old A&F one from high school. Materials Needed: -Denim jacket (any wash) -Needle -Sharp sewing scissors -Thread (optional) Step-By-Step: READ MORE

Entertainment Blog: Identity Thief


By Kellie Painter
April 17, 2013 - 3:50pm

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Secrets of a Beauty Junkie: 5 Best Beauty-Related Pinterest Accounts


By Kellie Painter
April 12, 2013 - 3:03pm

Anyone who knows me knows that I love Pinterest.  As a beauty junkie, I love seeing different looks on celebrities, runways, and everyday people.  Pinterest lets me keep all the pretty hairstyles, lip colors, and eye makeup I love in one organized place, so I always have inspiration when I need it.  Here are my top 5 favorite beauty-related Pinterest accounts: 1. Sephora (sephora): READ MORE

Fashion Blog: DIY Ribbon Racerback Tank


By Cynthia Hsia
April 5, 2013 - 4:06pm

  About the Project: As you can tell from my other blog posts, there are a number of ways to revamp old t-shirts, and this is just another one of those ways. This tank adds an even cuter feminine touch with a bow in the back. And the best part is: it takes just minutes to make! Materials Needed: -Old t-shirt (Mine is a hideous one from freshman year in high school; feel free to cringe) -Scissors -Ribbon (any color)   READ MORE

Nail tutorials: Roses and Stripes


By Colleen Casey
April 2, 2013 - 9:13pm

This is another great floral design for spring, and I think mixing the floral pattern with something simple like stripes or polka dots really makes it more fun.  The flowers may look complicated, but they're actually really similar to leopard print like this one.  I chose to do stripes for this design because I think they are a nice contrast to the round roses. What you’ll need: READ MORE

Entertainment Blog: 5 Reasons to Love Nick Miller from New Girl, Despite His Grossness


By Kellie Painter
March 30, 2013 - 3:47pm

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DIY Blog: Melted Crayon Art


By Cynthia Hsia
March 30, 2013 - 3:40pm

  About the Project: I have (and you probably have too) seen these all over the Internet and Pinterest. These melted crayons look beautiful as art. Better yet, the colors are customizable! This canvas art will add a cool touch to your dorm or apartment. Have fun! Materials Needed: READ MORE

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