FLASH SALE! Headbands, scarves, a necklace and a ring!!

FLASH SALE! There is only ONE LEFT of each of these items so HURRY before they are gone! Most items won't be returning to the shop for quite some time.   This Aqua Blooming Headband is only $7.00 right now! Get it HERE   This Gray Blooming Headband is only $7 right now! Get it HERE This Mustard Scarf is only $16 right now! Get it HERE   This Magenta and Lace Scarf is only $15 right now! Get it HERE   This Mint Necklace is only $17 right now! Get it HERE   This Pretty in Pink fabric ring is only $3.50 right now! Get it HERE Come see the rest of the items in the Love Sparkle Pretty shop!

A NEW {Ruffled Bow Scarf} in the Shop + Heart-Shaped Cupcake Toppers!

There are new products in the shop as of last night! Yay!
This super soft ruffled bow scarf is made with vibrant teal knit fabric and would be the perfect pop of color to any outfit! It can be worn several ways but the bow is definitely my favorite way right now. :) I will be adding more color choices very soon. What other colors would you like to see?

Get all of the details and purchase this scarf from my shop right here.

Also, a whole new line of {PRETTIES for your events} has just arrived starting with these adorable heart shaped cupcake/cake toppers!

Get the details and purchase these heart shaped toppers right here for $5.25 a dozen!

Next, these items will be showing up very soon along with many others! :)

What are your favorite "go-to" pieces when you throw parties and events?

SNEAK PEEK of a NEW scarf coming this week + 2 NEW bridal veils added to the shop!

Want to know what will be arriving to the shop SOON (as in, this coming week)? New ruffled bow scarves! These are SUPER comfy and soft! What do you think and what colors would you like to see them in? I personally, adore them already and can't wait to crank out lots more! Until then, I have 2 scarves left as of right now and they are on SALE! Go check them out right here.   This week I added 2 new bridal veils to the shop! Come take a peek!

This piece is a double layered blusher veil made with french veiling, tulle and beautiful detailed lace with beading. I am in love with this look and right now, there are only 2 available!
Want to see more details and purchase this lovely veil? Go see it in the shop here.   This second veil is quite unique and versatile. It is made with tulle and a pretty detailed chain applique with beading and rhinestones. I really love that there are different ways to wear this piece. Some different ways are shown but the possibilities exceed them. For more details and to purchase this veil, go see it in the shop here.   I really love the mini "blusher" veils but I want to make a long veil soon. I haven't taken on that project just yet but if anyone is interested in a long veil, I could take it on much sooner. :wink::wink:: :) OH! Exciting news! A few days ago, I got a surprise email from a writer over at Pretty Pear Bride Magazine telling me that my rustic boutonniere is featured in the magazine on page 65. It's my first magazine feature and you can see it right here! So thankful for all the support I get from you guys and others. It makes it all the more worth-while to continue to do what I love!
  Have a beautiful night everyone. "...For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” -Luke 18:14

Ring SALE + Scarf SALE + Stocking Stuffers!!

There is a SALE in my shop on all rings!
These make great stocking stuffers and starting at only $3.50, these handmade little beauties are perfect for giving this season!
{If you order by tomorrow 12 noon PST, these will arrive by Christmas on all USA orders}
Go to my shop right here to see all of the rings on SALE!
  Also, the SCARF SALE still applies and if you order by TODAY (3pm PST) they will arrive by Christmas on all USA orders. Go see all of the scarves right here in my shop!
  Want more ideas for stocking stuffers? Here are some more items from the shop ready to ship! Pretty Deer Necklace
Small Bow Hair Clip available in 3 colors
Leopard Chiffon Flower Headband
Aqua Blooming Headband   Want to see more? Head on over to Love Sparkle Pretty on Etsy!   Merry Christmas

SCARF SALE from the shop!!

I have a scarf sale going on over in my shop! Get the scarves for $15 right now (mustard one for $17)! This is a very limited sale so please hurry! If you purchase by tomorrow, you will get it in time for Chirstmas on all USA orders!
These scarves are all handmade with lots of love!!
Go see all of the scarves right here in my shop!

{EXCITING finds + our trip to Oak Glen}

This morning, our family went on our annual trip to Oak Glen to enjoy some fall festivities. We arrived at about 8:30 am and headed straight to the homemade apple and cinnamon donuts (I have been craving them for a while now)-sooo YUMMY! We then went and had some breakfast, walked around to see the vendors, fed some deer, played with the softest bunny rabbits ever, and did some shopping which leads me to sharing my awesome finds today! (Or at least I think they are awesome!)   I found this cool red and gold statement ring for super cheap amongst lots of other trinkets. I think it makes a perfect fall ring-see the leaf shapes? :)

Next up, see those little "chocolate covered strawberries?" I was SOOOO excited to stumble upon these! I almost didn't even see these because they were clustered in with so many other random items but as soon as my eyes met them, I HAD to have them (& at $2.99 each, even more so). 

Why would I need fake little strawberry desserts might you ask? Well, I created this little cake stand (my tutorial here) and I got these chocolate scented-chocolate truffle candles to add to the stand in our kitchen. I decided that I would go on a hunt for more little dessert pieces to add to the collection and so, when I saw the strawberries, they were perfect! 

Next up, cupcakes and donuts! :) 

On our way home driving through Yucaipa, we spotted a yard sale which is where I found this piece (& only $2)! This would be a cute decor piece for parties, styled shoots, etc. I'm going to get a few glass plates from the $1 store (white) & paint the iron either ivory (shabby chic style) or gold. Not sure yet. 

What do you think? 

I thought those were all quite exciting pieces don't you? 

hahaha :) 

Now for some pictures of the day. 

(My camera on my phone started acting up and adding a crazy glare so I didn't take as many as I wanted) 

{Enjoy.}
                                                     

        A beautiful morning in the mountains.    There were peacocks running around! So pretty!   & our little family. (^see the crazy glare I'm talking about?)   It was such a good little family day! If you haven't gone yet, I highly recommend the homemade donuts and the caramel apples! DELISH!
**REMINDER** The shop is now reopened! Want a 10% off discount? "Like" my Facebook page and get a promo code-will post again to the news feed! 
& don't forget the GIVEAWAY! Want to win a free scarf from the shop? Click here for all of the details! It could be YOU!

The shop has REOPENED TODAY! New scarves//discount code//giveaway!!!

The shop has officially reopened today!

 I'm quite excited and have added a few new items!

There will be a lot more NEW wedding pieces available next month too!

Here are the scarves that are now available & to know more details about them and to purchase them, click the link below each scarf!

 
This aqua and gray super cozy scarf is available right here.
 
This magenta and lace scarf is available right here.

This mustard yellow and print scarf is available right here.   This black comfy scarf with ruffle detail is available here.
& This magenta wool scarf with ivory crochet deatil is available right here.


Want a 10% off discount code to use toward your purchase? "Like" the Facebook page here! I posted the code earlier today! :) It will be good until 10/28!   Want to win a free scarf from the shop? Click here for all of the details! It could be YOU!

{Scarf Giveaway} from my shop! P.S. The shop will be REOPENING later this week with LOTS of new items!

A while back when I first created my Facebook page, I said that I would do a giveaway when I hit 150 "likes." Well, I took a break for a while but I'm back and hit that 150 mark. SOOOOOO...a giveaway it is! I was originally going to giveaway a headband but seeing how the new cooler season is upon us, I think it's appropriate to give this infinity scarf away. What do you think? :)

This handmade scarf is so soft and soooo comfy! It will be available in the shop later this week but you can win it for free! In order to enter, *you must "like" my Facebook page* if you don't already and please make sure that you "add to news feed" because once I open my shop a little later this week, I will be posting a discount code for all of my Facebook followers! Exciting right?
Once you have liked my Facebook page, please post a comment below stating that you have done so. This will give you an entry into the scarf giveaway.
Want more chances to win?
Write a seperate comment for each that you do below. Each comment with give you 1 entry.
*Follow my blog.
*Add my Etsy Shop to your favorites.
*Share my Facebook Page.
*Share this giveaway! {In your Blog, Facebook page, or Pinterest-if you share in all 3, that's 3 entries}.

That's a total of 7 chances to win!
The giveaway will end on November 5th at midnight PT and the winner will be announced November 6th. Good luck & I thank you guys all so much!
I love you all!
:)

{DIY infinity scarf with buttons}

 

Ready to get crafty?! With the fall season upon us (some places more than others), scarves are ready to be used and cozied up with. So, to add to the scarf collection, we will make an infinity scarf!
What you will need:
*2 yards of fabric-try to find a soft fabric that isn't too "floppy" so you can have a bit of shape and structure to your scarf. You know what I do? I frolick down the aisles (yes, frolick!) and I feel all of the fabrics and play with them to see how they would work as a scarf. So go ahead! I found my fabric in the clearance section (whoop! whoop!)
*scissors-make sure they are sharp!
*cutting mat with measurements, ruler, or tape measure-so you know your lengths and widths.
*thread-preferably the same colors as the fabric you are using. I don't have coral thread so I'm just going to use white.
*a needle
*a sewing machine-if you don't have one, it will take quite a bit of time to hand sew.
*buttons! Pick a couple different ones or keep them the same. Whatever you like!

To get started, fold your 2 yards of fabric in half the long way if it isn't already.
From the folded end, cut your fabric 7" away from that end. This will be the width of your fabric.

(if you unfold the fabric, it should be 14" total but you will keep the fabric folded so that it measures 7" if this makes sense?)
 Make sure that you cut a straight line and you keep it 7" in width all the way up when you cut.

Once the fabric is cut, you should have a strip of fabric that's 72" (2 yards) in length and 7" in width since it's folded. You can save the rest of the fabric for other scarves or whatever you'd like.

Now, get your buttons and place them in the arrangement that you would like about 1" from one of the ends.

You want to place them with the idea in mind that you will be sewing the open end about 1/2" from the end.


Once you have your buttons in the places you would like them, start sewing them down. Remember, only sew them to the top layer of fabric.
Got your buttons in place? Ok good! Now if you have seen some of my scarves before, you know that I love adding detail like lace, ruffles, appliques, even doilies! For this scarf, I'm keeping it pretty simple with the buttons as my accent. If you have your detail that you want to add to the scarf, you can add it about about 18" or so from either of the ends...or wherever else you prefer.  

When all the buttons and accents (if you prefer) are in place, you can now fold your fabric the opposite way so that it's inside out and start pinning the open sides together like shown below. Now it's time to sew the open sides together (this DOES NOT include the two ends-just the 72" length of the side). Sew about 1/2" from the end. I like to use a zig zag setting for a little extra durability. I used a "3" zig-zag pattern for my scarf. Once you have sewn the entire length of the scarf and tied off your ends of thread, it's time to turn the entire scarf inside out. The easiest way for me is to stick my whole arm through, grab the end and pull it all through. Now we shall sew both ends of the scarf. Start by folding each end of the scarf about 1/2" inward (into the inside of the scarf) & pin. Try making the ends as straight across as possible. It's easier to use a straight edge or line for guidance on this.
Next, sew the edges together about 1/4" from the end. I used a "7" stich pattern for the ends of my scarf. 
After you have sewn both ends, lay your scarf out and and fold the ends on top of one another so you can get an idea of where you will cut your holes for your buttons to go through.

Once you have figured out where you want to cut your holes (by feeling where the buttons are underneath the fabric), start cutting small slits in the end of the scarf that will overlap your buttons. Be sure to cut the slits very small because most fabrics will stretch and you don't want the holes to be too big for the buttons.
  After you have all of your holes and the buttons fit snuggly through them, you can take your needle and thread and stitch the edges of the holes if you'd like for a cleaner look and add some Fray Check so the fabric doesn't fray or become thready at the sites you've cut.

& Voila! Your infinity scarf is all done!! With this type, you can wear it several ways buttoned or unbuttoned as well as wrapped around you up to 3 times. With my fabric, I liked it wrapped 3 times.
{Enjoy you new scarf this season!}