Author: Shelly

Hanes French Terry Women’s Bermuda Shorts

Hanes French Terry Women’s Bermuda Shorts

I’m 56 years old and yes…I still wear shorts during the summertime. When it comes to wearing them I like to wear the Bermuda length which gives me upper leg coverage. Gone are those days of wearing daisy dukes and short-shorts! I’m a big fan 

Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese is one meal that brings the entire family to the dinner table quickly. Adults and children all love this classic baked Mac and Cheese! It’s creamy and loaded with a lot of cheesy goodness! The recipe will serve 4-5 depending 

Tommie Copper Shoulder Support Bra with Zipper

Tommie Copper Shoulder Support Bra with Zipper

I suffer with a lot of upper back, shoulder and neck pain. The pain can be stabbing and radiate from one area to another. Over the past few years I’ve tried heat therapy and massage. They help but I needed something more…especially for those times when I’m out and about.

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Tommie Copper Shoulder Support Bra with Zipper

Two months ago I purchased the Tommie Copper Shoulder Support Bra with Zipper as recommended to me by a friend. First…this bra is a little pricey and costs more than a typical bra. However…this isn’t a typical bra! This bra gives your shoulders and upper back support and helps to correct your posture. All of those things can help give you pain relief. In my book…pain relief is priceless.

It’s available in a few different colors. I selected the NUDE color so that I can wear it with everything in my wardrobe. The shoulder support bra is easy to get on thanks to that front zipper closure. Once you have it zipped up, make sure the zipper goes underneath the “tab” so that it’s invisible underneath your clothing.

There’s no underwire with this bra. It features wide shoulder straps which help to give you uplife and support. The shoulder straps don’t dig into you if you buy the proper size. I stuck with my normal size and purchased a size Large. It should fit you a little snug but not tight. You need the snug fit so that it helps to pull your shoulders back and to give you the correct posture that you need. Follow the size chart to get the correct fit.

One of the nice things about this bra is that there isn’t any lace, bows, ribbons or whatever. I can wear a snug-fitting t-shirt and get no bumps underneath it. It gives me that smooth finish that I’m always looking for. There’s no double-bubble or spillage out of the top or via the sides. You get great coverage for sure!

Now I do admit…I don’t wear it every day. I wear it a few times a week when I’m going to be up on my feet for long periods of time. I find that while I’m wearing it that the pain in my upper back, neck and shoulders is decreased and that my posture looks better. Without the bra I seem to hunch forward as many of us do that are in our golden years. I wish they had posture support bras when I was younger…perhaps I could of “warded off” this terrible posture that I now have.

You can purchase the Tommie Copper Shoulder Support Bra with Zipper from various online and offline retailers across the nation including from Amazon. If you have Amazon Prime, it should ship for free. Like I said, it does cost more than a regular bra but in my honest opinion…that cost is worth the extra pain relief that I get while wearing it.

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Jurassic Quest – America’s Biggest Dinosaur Event Coming to a City Near You!

Jurassic Quest – America’s Biggest Dinosaur Event Coming to a City Near You!

Jurassic Quest is the largest and most realistic dinosaur experience in North America and part of the Family Quest Entertainment portfolio. Since 2013, Jurassic Quest has entertained more than 10 million fans in more than 250 cities across the U.S. and Canada with an up 

Easy Blueberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe

Easy Blueberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe

I love whipping up a homemade fruit smoothie and enjoying it for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Fruit smoothies are a great way to incorporate more fruits into your daily diet. For this recipe you can use fresh or partially-thawed (from frozen) blueberries. You 

4 Dog Lovers Painted Clam Shell Seashell Designs

4 Dog Lovers Painted Clam Shell Seashell Designs

Love dogs or know someone who does? Looking for something handcrafted and unique to give to that dog lover in your life? These hand painted clam shells seashells make the perfect gift for anyone on your list! They can be used a decorative art accents in the home, as a paper weight on a desk or place them outside in your garden as yard art. All 4 designs are easy to make and require no artistic skills!

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4 Dog Lovers Painted Clam Shell Seashell Designs

You’ll need to collect 4 large clam shells from the beach. We used 4″ to 5″ wide clam seashells. Wash them with Dawn Liquid Dish Soap (let soak in the soapy water for 30 minutes) and then rinse clean. Let air dry. Why Dawn? It does the best job at removing debris, sand and fishy odors.

Base coat the clam shells in the desired color. You can copy our designs or add your own unique twist. We used 2 coats of acrylic paint for the background allowing for 30 minutes of drying time between coats.

Now it’s time to decorate them! I recommend that use you Acrylic Paint Markers. My preferred inexpensive brand is BETEM Acrylic Paint Markers. They require no priming, no drippy messes and no foul odors! Plus, the acrylic paint dries quickly which is always an added bonus!!! Don’t use children’s markers which run and bleed!

4 Dog Lovers Painted Clam Shell Seashell Designs

Dog Sayings We Used:

My Windows Aren’t Dirty that is Nose Art
This Home is Full of Wags and Wiggles
Love has Four Paws
Live Love Bark

Use the acrylic paint markers to add the wordage first. Then add the decorations around the words. You can add hearts, paw prints, bones, etc. Decorate them however you like. My photos will give you some great guidance. Let all of the paint dry overnight.

To protect the painted surface you need to brush on 1-2 coats of clear Mod Podge Sealer. I used one that has a glossy finish which I really like the shine that it adds to the shells. This will help to protect the painted finish. You can display them inside or outside once you’ve sealed them (seal both sides of the seashell if displaying them outside). Let dry overnight.

Love painting clam shells or crafting with seashells? We have over 100 seashell arts and craft projects on the TCC blog. Check them all out while you’re here!

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Summer Flip Flops Painted and Decorated Clam Shells Party Favors

Summer Flip Flops Painted and Decorated Clam Shells Party Favors

Next weekend I’m hosting a fun backyard pool party for a few family members and friends. My decorating theme is summer items like flip flops, sunglasses, sun hats, pool towels, swim floats, etc. I needed a few table decorations to help set the mood so 

milk_shake Whipped Cream Leave-in Foam for Hair

milk_shake Whipped Cream Leave-in Foam for Hair

For the past 2 years I’ve been using various hair care products from milk_shake and they’re fabulous! I’ve got my mother, daughter and granddaughter using them too! milk_shake’s products do the job that they say they’ll do and they smell so good! They don’t smell