2 Fun Ways To Decorate Your Body!

So, you wan to add something special to your body, but a tattoo just isn't right for you? Check out these simple, affordable, and fun alternative to give your skin something special for the beach, the club, or just for fun!

HENNA

Henna is a great way to add art and style to your body. It's easy to mix, lasts for up to 3 weeks, and creates a beautiful natural-looking color that can't be ignored. Henna is made from natural materials that 'stain' the skin. It's been used in India for ages and is considered to be a full art form.

You can find henna kits at your local beauty supply shop, new age shop, or farmer's market in most areas!

GLITTER STENCILS

These are all the rage right now! You use a stencil to apply a strong and safe adhesive to the skin, then you dab on shiny and colorful glitter that sticks to the adhesive. You can find these being offered at fairs, special events, and carnivals - but you can also find inexpensive DIY kits as well!

What a fun way to dress up your skin for the rest of the summer - and kids love this, too!

Have a great time exploring your creativity and making your own style stand out!

3 Fun Ways To Get Fit

if you want to lose a few pounds, get fit, limber up, tone up, or just get moving but you don't want to spend countless hours in the gym - there's good news! You've got fun options to help bring more movement and exercise into your life without all the hassle. Today I'm going to introduce you to three of my favorites! Enjoy!

PILATES

Pilates is a great way to target your core muscle group, get flexible, and tone up your entire body. The focus of Pilates is on your 'core', or the muscles from your pelvic floor to your diaphragm. By making sure that these muscles activate whenever you move, more calories are burned, more muscle tone is gained, and you end up a lot more flexible!

You can attend Pilates classes with a group, or get one-on-one Pilates sessions with a trainer at very affordable rates.

YOGA

Yoga is a great way to create lean, flexible, healthy muscles throughout your whole body. There are Yoga classes for every level of experience, and they tend to be deeply relaxing and invigorating at the same time. Yoga is not as complex as you may think, and most people can get the moves down in just a few classes.

TAI-CHI

Tai-Chi comes from China and has been a popular method for cultivating health, flexibility, core strength, detoxification, and tranquility for many hundreds of years. Tai-Chi uses slow and intentional movements regulated with breathing to bring your body into perfect health.

Tai-Chi is fun to learn, and once you learn one of the many popular 'forms', you can practice on your own no mater where you are!


This is the perfect time of year to get out, get active, and do something special for your health!

Enjoy!

Easy Ways To Get Style Inspiration

if you're ready to switch up your look, or if you just want to get a jump start on the season change coming up soon, you may be wondering where to find the bets styles and tips for a simple yet amazing change in your look. The good news is that the world is filled with resources - you just have to know where to look! Here are just a few of my favorite style sources... check them out!

MAGAZINES
Picking up the latest edition of your favorite style magazine is a great way to keep a pulse on what's hot and what's not. Magazines cater to a variety of age brackets, lifestyles, and looks - so no matter who you are, you're sure to be able to find a periodical that speaks directly to you!

FASHION SHOWS
You don't have to live in Paris, Milan, or New York to get a front row seat at the hottest fashion shows. Make a list of your favorite designers and search for their latest runway shows online. Many of them post videos on YouTube and other similar sites, while others create virtual tours on their websites so that you can seer what direction style is taking right now.

LIFESTYLE BLOGS
One of the best ways to get inspiration for your new style is from people just like you! Search for lifestyle blogs online to see what people like you are wearing, saying, and supporting.

As you can see, with a little time online or with your favorite magazine, you can stay ten steps ahead of the curve and get some amazing ideas for your personal style as well! In addition to going big, don't forget to check out the many handmade and small business options in your area to get a truly unique, customized look!

Why Stretching Is The Most Important Exercise You Can Do

When most people think of stretching, they think of that gentle thing you do for a minute or so before the 'real' workout... but did you know that stretching has been found to be an exercise by itself - and one that has far reaching effects?

Check out this list of stretching benefits - then go out and learn a few stretching techniques to get all the benefits for yourself!

• A good stretch can drastically cut down on injuries, sprains, strains, and pulls during workouts and during your every day life. The more flexible and stretched you are, the easier time your body has responding to challenges.
• Stretching releases all kinds of 'happy chemicals' that can make you feel relaxed, at peace, and clear-headed.
• Stretching lengthens muscle fibers leading to long, lean, and toned muscles.
• Stretching is great for the skin and can help tighten up areas where the skin is loose.
• Stretching gives your internal organs a massage and can help move blood, nutrients, and water to where it's needed most.
• A 3-5 minute gentle stretching session during a break at work can change the rest of your day, for the good, in ways that might shock you!

Here are a few places to learn some simple stretches that you can do anytime, anywhere!

http://www.fcs.uga.edu/fdn/washingtonwilkes/physicalactivity/6stretches.htm

http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1262

http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/work_stretches/index.php

Get Confident! 5 Ways To Increase Your Self Esteem

No matter who we are, everyone struggles with confidence and self-esteem at one time or another in their lives. The good news is that we can step in to a stronger and more positive light when it comes to how we view ourselves and the things we accomplish. With a little work and a lot of reinforcement, you can start being the person who shows on the outside just how much value and power they have on the inside!

Follow these simple tips to cultivate a better self-esteem and more personal power right now!

1. Celebrate small victories. When you tackle something, take time to honor your achievements. Add in some chocolate, a glass of wine, or a victory dance for even better results!
2. Say 'thank you' first thing when people compliment you. Chances are that if you have a low self-esteem, you argue your way out of most compliments. Instead of denying the gifts people give you - just say thank you and accept the praise. It will fell uncomfortable at first, but eventually you'll love the feeling and power it cultivates within you!
3. Speak to yourself in a gentle and positive way. If you catch yourself tearing in to your person, attitude, behavior, or worth, choose to counteract that with 10 good things about yourself. If you have to, fake it until you make it!
4. Start seeing just how unique and special you really are. No two people in the world are the same, and the more we see how unique we are, the more we see our value in it all.
5. Pay the good energy forward by giving compliments, thank you's, and smiles openly to others - it does wonders!

Enjoy the new boost in personal power, self-esteem, courage, and joy!

What's New At Tabelina

It's been a busy few months, and I've added some amazing new pieces to my online shop! This summer has proven to be one of the most fashion-forward and playful I've seen in years - and I've celebrated that with some fun new pieces that will polish, compliment, and add interest to any style!

Here are a few of my favorites...

Milli Milky Quartz Earrings

Angie Ultramarine Green Jade Bracelet

Alexandra Large Denim Handbag

Juno Wood & Gold Bracelet

As you can see, this year has been all about combining natural elements with trendy styles that turn heads and add something special to whatever style you're wearing!

Click the images above for more information, or <CLICK HERE> to visit the full Tabelina shop online!

Going Boho!

You've probably heard and seen the trendy boho style that's taken over Hollywood and local fashion fans this summer. Boho is a style that allows each person to express their own individuality by working with colors, textures, and elements that are all around us in a special way. On days when you feel like embracing your free spirit, letting your hair down, and going with the flow - and little boho style will be the perfect look to inspire you!

Here are some simple tips to getting a boho look and feel without the need for a shopping spree...

• Instead of choosing your favorite bracelet, choose 5! Stack., layer, and alternate them to create mis-matched color and texture patterns to really set them off. Mixing costume, fiber, and fine jewelry is the way to go!
• Use accessories in unconventional ways. Grab a scarf and tie it around your waist or use it as a hair wrap, add a second loose belt to your waist line, or layer 2 or more tops for a really unique look.
• Don't be afraid of necklaces! Wear several pieces in a variety of colors, lengths, and styles to create interest and texture around your neck line.
• Visit a vintage or up-cycled fashion shop.
• Wear hats, don't fear sandals, get crazy with your nail polish colors, and embrace color and texture in wild ways! Let go, and let your style flow!

Boho is a great look for any woman of any style this season - try it on for yourself!

Gemstone Spotlight : Green Jade

Jade is one of the most famous gemstones of luck and serenity. It's calming green tones remind us to take it easy, and its long history of use in the Far East as a stone of fortune and serendipity makes it a popular gemstone choice around the world.

Jade in its natural form is very dark. After being cut its true brilliance emerges and it turns in to one of the most brilliant and eye catching natural green stones you can find!

Jade is honored in China as a stone that removes obstacles, brings luck, and increases fortune. It is believed that the stone will darken slowly over many years and even many generations of being worn symbolizing the negativity it has absorbed on behalf of the person wearing it.

I have used jade in several Tabelina jewelry pieces and I think it makes an elegant yet playful addition to any look! Green is a hot color this year, and there's no better way to bring it in to your personal style than with jade!

See the full selection of jade jewelry available now from Tabelina by clicking HERE.