Tina's Chic Corner

Springtime Decor

March 13th, 2013Tina0 Comments

I’m from the Northeast and I look forward to Springtime. There is something about the warmer temperatures, the birds chirping, and the smell of fresh air that makes me happy. Plus, this is the time when I can go back to running outside! I want my home decor to match my cheerful mood and the best way to do that is to use light and bright colors, lovely typical Springtime colors. What colors make you smile? I am loving white and orange right now. I love using white accents throughout my home because I think it is stylish and affordable. …

Make Nail Polish Last Longer

March 11th, 2013Tina0 Comments

Are you constantly searching for tips on how to make your nail polish last longer? Well, I am. And I’ve finally found the simple and inexpensive answer! I think it comes down to two things: 1. The nail polish color needs something rough to stick to, like a primer that you would apply to walls before you paint them. The Nail Tek Foundation II (aka foundation) is an opaque polish that has a bit of a rough texture once it’s dried. Nail Tek Foundation II dries within one minute. Yay for a quick step! 2. The nail polish color needs a good quality clear coat …

Fiesta Tablescape

March 8th, 2013Tina0 Comments

Margarita anyone? Ok, even though you will not see a recipe for a margarita in this post (sorry to disappoint if that’s what you looking for), I had to ask the question because I was in the mood for one and that’s what inspired me to decorate my table in a fiesta theme. My husband and I enjoy hosting dinners for our family and friends and I’m notorious for using dinner themes. Everything from the food, to the drinks, to the decor will coordinate to match a theme. For this fiesta tablescape, I started with a simple white table cloth …

Pillows For A Nook

March 6th, 2013Tina0 Comments

I have this amazing Asian inspired chest from my husband’s grandmother. I enjoy inheriting pieces and mixing it with new ones. By itself the chest is beautiful but I wanted to add a few details to perfect the nook. What better way than to accent the chest with some pillows! I love pillows. I think pillows create a warm look. I’ll find any excuse to find a place to put them. When I decorate I like using different textures and sizes because it looks more interesting. And right now I’m really loving neutral colors. So I’ve used one medium sized black and …

Traditional Sugar Cookies

March 5th, 2013Tina2 Comments

Happy birthday to my best friend’s daughter! She was born on the same day as me. She celebrated her 1st birthday this year and for her party I made these sugar cookies. I like to bring sugar cookies to a party when I don’t know what people like or if there is a possibility that someone might have a nut allergy. Sugar cookies are a simple dessert and I think most people like them, especially kids. This sugar cookie recipe represents the quintessential sugar cookie because the cookies come out soft, buttery and wonderfully sweet. Another great point about sugar cookies is that you …