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 Hey everyone, I hope that you all had wonderful weekends! Did anyone try the Deer Skull DIY??

I am happy to be back in Savannah after a weekend of travelling and searching for apartments!

Officially decided on a place in Greenville I can't wait for a slew of DIY projects to come, 

and am already brainstorming on things to share with you!

This week I'm planning to wear green in honor of the upcoming St. Patricks Day holiday! 

Keep a look out for my St. Pats outfit inspiration's

xo 

   A

{Outfit Details}

Jacket: Tinley, from Entourage of Athens, Ga

Sweater: F21

Turtleneck: Express

Jeans: BDG, from Urban Outfitters

Shoes: Gomax, from Red Clover of Savannah, Ga

Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Willie Jays of Charleston, Sc

Purse: Francesca's 

Sunnies: ARC of Savannah, Ga

Rings: Vintage and Charleston Street Market

DIY Bleached Deer Skull

Darling Darcy followers and readers...this DIY is not for the faint of heart, nor is it a usual post on a fashion blog that incorporates fashion "DIY's...." However, I would like to start with a few brief disclaimers.  First, no animal was killed or hurt during this DIY or in order to achieve this DIY. Second, my wonderful boyfriend, being the outdoorsman I love, came across this deer skull in the woods during deer season. He FOUND the remains of this deer, he did not kill it! So that being said I am so! so! so! excited to share this DIY with you!

I present the "DIY Bleached Deer Skull"

What you'll need:

1. 1 Deer skull

2. 2-quarts hydrogen peroxide

3. 1 x-large pot 

4. Old tooth brush

5. Water

Step 1: Find deer skull/acquire 

(You can also do this with any type of animal skull, or even sea shells 

you find washed up on the beach!)

 

Step 2: Take your large pot and fill with water, enough to

cover the deer skull, not the antlers. Bring to a boil. 

 

Step 3: Allow the deer skull to boil for one hour, rotating

(if pot is too small to emerge head) every 20 minutes.

     

 

 Step 4: Remove deer skull from water. Take your tooth brush

 and scrub any areas where dirt is still lodged.

Brush-a, brush-a, brush-a!



 

Step 5: Bring half water, and the 2 quarts of water to a low boil. Don't want a roaring boil!

(The teeth will be sensitive at this point so making sure of a

low boil will be more gentle to the teeth)

 

 

Step 6: Boil skull in the peroxide/water mixture for approximately 1 hour.

If you need to rotate skull, due to a smaller pot, rotate regularly so both sides of

skull are submerged for at least 30 minutes.

 

 

Step 7: For any spots not completely white, take your toothbrush again

and brush skull with peroxide, leave on and allow to sit in the sun for drying and natural bleaching.

 

Isn't he cute ;)

 

Now deer horns and skulls are so popular with interior styling lately, and it's the perfect way to add a dramatic or rustic touch to a living room or to place as a centerpiece over a mantle. Check out my inspiration below!

And tell me...are you a fan of the deer skull? I think it's such a powerful room piece, give me your thoughts and comments!

 

 

 

Lady Like

Hi everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying a productive week thus far...I am so happy to announce that I have officially accepted a position with Anthropologie at their new store opening in Greenville, SC!! I am beyond excited to be working for such a marvelous company, and I can't wait to share my adventures of discovering this wonderful city in the near future! 

I have been busy all day looking at apartments...yay for decorating :))

Any suggestions for moving to Greenville?? Restaurants? Hidden treasures?? Tell me about it! 

xo 

   A

{Outfit Details}
 Sweater: American Eagle 

Skirt: Gianni Bini

Shoes: American Eagle 

Purse: Francesca's

Tights: F21

Jewelry: Entourage, and GAP (gifts from Rebecca)
Sunnies: ARC of Savannah, Ga
Polish: L'oreal, "Butterfly Kisses"

Warm::Cool

While most of the trees are still naked, the sun is now trying to poke out and announce the early signs of Spring. 

Over the past few weeks I have been working on a Darcy makeover, and I can't wait to share the final product with you all as I journey into more fashion, DIYs and recipes, and shopping!

These pictures were taken last week (sorry for the delay!) when I was enjoying a weekend back up in Athens. 

The sun came back out, making me so excited for Spring...funny you always want what you don't have. 

I can't wait for sunny days, warmth without a sweater, and picnics in the park.

What is everyone looking forward to most this Spring? Lawd knows I can't wait!

xo A

Sweater: J. Crew (Check out new solid versions HERE!)

 Undershirt: F21

Pants: NY Collections

Scarf: Gift from Miky

Bracelets: Gap, Anthropologie, Willy Jay's of Charleston

Earrings: Gift from Liz

Boots: Steve Madden Bankker Boot, now on SALE!

Purse: H&M

Sunnies: ARC of Savannah, Ga

Lips: MAC Rebel Lipstick

Polish: OPI Pink Friday

Getting Lost:: In the Leaves

Howdy everybody! 

I had the pleasure of joining my friend Rebecca at her brothers wedding this weekend which featured bold blues and greens centered around the boutonniere made of a single white rose, and a peacock feather.  The wedding was quaint in the country town of Perry, Ga.  The love shown in the church carried on into the reception where we all danced, ate and drank the night away.  

The usual wedding shenanigans!  

I wish you both the best Matt and Meg.

(check out pictures of their wedding on my Instagram @alymastrianni)

Coming back to Athens, I decided to get lost in nature again with a walk through the 

Botanical Gardens to stretch my legs after the car ride.  Now getting back to the real world...where I have finals :/ 

Thanks for stopping by, how was everyone else's weekend?? 

Drop by and leave me a comment! 

xo A  

{Outfit Details}

Sweater: Moth by Anthropologie

Shirt: Anthropologie

Jeans: Level 99 Lilly Skinny's from Anthropologie

Boots: Bandolino

Purse: Pitaya of Athens

Accessories: Micheal Kors, Entourage of Athens, Vintage

Photos c/o Katie Coon

Busy::Lines

Today marks the first day of finals at The University of Georgia, and to kick it off there was actually a performance of 

Jingle Bell Rock in the SLC last night, giving studying students a break from the books! 

Always something entertaining at UGA :)

I hope everyone studies hard and is successful this year. Since I graduate in 8 days the shock of no more school is slowly setting in. 

I've been going to school everyday of my life since Pre-K!! Isn't that crazy?!! 

Graduation is another milestone to yet another wonderful chapter of life.

Good luck with finals everybody, I'll see you soon!

xo A

{Outfit Details}

Jacket: Vintage Austin Reed

Shirt: Madewell

Skirt: Tinley from Entourage of Athens

Shoes: Vince Camuto

Accessories: Vintage and F21

Photos by Katie Coon

Weekend Recap:: I bleed Red and Black

Good morning everyone! I hope your weekends treated you well and that you enjoyed our 

first few days of December! It's finally Christmas time! Yippeeee! 

This weekend UGA played their hearts out in the SEC Championship and unfortunately we had to tuck our tails under as the final score showed that Alabama had won.  The game was well played and I loved the spirit we showed both on television and yelling in front of our TVs at home. 

I represented my school in our colors this weekend and enjoyed a stroll on UGAs beautiful North Campus.

Thanks for stopping by, I'll see you later this week!

xo A

{Outfit Details}

Shirt: F21

Sweater: Express

Beanie: Made by the Women at Isle of Hope UMC

Pants: New York and Co.

Shoes: Gomax from Red Clover Boutique of Savannah, Ga

Sunnies: ARC of Savannah, Ga

Clutch: J. Crew

Accessories: Michael Kors, Entourage of Athens, and vintage

Polish: Nicole by OPI, Kourt is Red-Y for a Pedi

Photos by Katie Coon