Just when you thought you knew everything about the Glam Network Publishers, here’s one with makeup expertise and dancing skills! Meet Shannon Nelson from Makeup Minute! Now with four sons under her belt, she certainly can’t be blamed for her beauty obsessions, Sephora sprees, skincare stats or an affinity for pink! Check out Makeup Minute for all things beauty from shine control to behind the scenes views of the biz!

Let us in on 5 fun facts about you!
1. I know people who know and hang out with celebrities, yet I have never met a celebrity myself.
2. I am an Isaac Mizrahi groupie and not afraid to admit it.
3. I grew up in Rhode Island, which many people outside of the state seem to think is a part of New York.
4. I used to sing Samantha Foxx songs to myself in the mirror when I was a teenager pretending 1. I could sing and 2. that I was her.
5. I’m 2 weeks away from giving birth to my 4th child. [Editor’s Note: Shannon welcomed little Brody on May 14th! Congrats Makeup Mom! ]

What is your favorite item in your closet? Shoes, shoes, shoes.

Fill in the blank: I can’t live without… iced coffee and lipgloss. However, trying not to be sappy or materialistic—my gorgeous husband, my beautiful little boys, my family, God, and some of my wonderful friends (Elke, Christina, Steve). I also can’t live without money in the bank because how else am I supposed to feed my makeup addiction?

What’s your favorite gift to give? Gift certificates–less work for me and more enjoyable for the giftee.

If you could max out your credit card at one shop, which one? Sephora.

What’s one thing every woman should own? A decent pair of shoes.

What inspired you to start your blog/site? Darren Rowse of Problogger.net. He has been my inspiration from the beginning. I learned how blogging could help me remain at home with my kids while making money and doing something I was passionate about.

If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be? Florida visiting my favorite person in the world–my grandfather who is 81 and recently had a stroke.

Who is your celebrity style mate? Believe it or not, I don’t pay much attention to the style of celebrities…I like to be my own person.

Do you have any hidden talents? I have rhythm and timing and can probably challenge J.Lo to a dance off.

Name your favorite:
Cocktail: Anything with chocolate in it.
Color: Pink
Band/Singer: John Mayer
Fashion Trend: Love updated 80’s and 90’s style
Book: Don’t Go To The Cosmetics Counter Without Me by Paula Begoun

Thanks for the fun answers Shannon and we hope you are feeling 100 % better soon!

Stay classy,

Annie

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So, remember when I filled you in on Glam and Marie Claire’s BE DISCOVERED challenge, searching for the next great handbag designer? Well, with many great entries still pouring in, it’s time to place your votes for the best design/idea/creativity. The sketches and inspirations of the Week 1 Semi Finalists (8 selections) are available for viewing (and voting) on Glam, and  more entries will be released over the next 2 weeks so keep voting! Think YOU should be the next Marc Jacobs? Wish you had sent in your own dream handbag designs? Don’t worry, you still can, just get them postmarked by June 7th!

In other voting news, the 2nd Annual Glam Beauty Awards have begun! Calling all lipstick lovers, mascara mavens and fragrance fanatics- it’s time to do your duty and vote for beauty! From the best bronzers to your essential eyeliners, Glam wants to know what beauty products you can’t live without. Place your votes now and be sure to check back to see if your favorites won! Get started on Glam’s Beauty Awards now…

Get voting people!

Stay classy,

Annie

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Last February, my roomies and I moved into a new, upgraded apartment. 5 months later our place is still looking a little unsettled/ impersonal. We’ve got the essentials: the big screen, the monochrome couch and arm chairs, a wood dinning table, blah, blah, blah. It’s all very “beige.” What we’re missing is the little touches of style- the art, the knickknacks, the humor, the color! I’ve perused a few of the Glam Network Publishers and spotted a couple lust worthy items for our place and crafty ideas to try myself. Here they are…

I would love a sophisticated but eclectic look like this shot I found on Love Made Visible. In addition to this great find, Love Made Visable highlights tons of great design items from tabletops to stationary!

Dwell always has amazingly creative and cool design ideas. Their site also features the hippest products, like these fun chairs, and where to get your hands on them.

Throwing down this yellow printed rug Oh Joy! featured would certainly take care of adding a burst of color. I love it!

              
Since my landlord doesn’t allow painting the walls, maybe decals could add some fun. Check out this 5.5. Designers one I spotted on Designer’s Block.

Clearly, I’ve got plenty of options and ideas to add a little life to our apartment.

 Stay classy,

Annie

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It’s about twenty minutes past my regular lunch time, therefore my stomach is a growlin’ and my lunch date can not get here soon enough! Considering this, I can’t help but scan a few of “the foodies” in the Glam Network in hopes of fending off my hunger pains (sadly, this has actually made me more hungry). Maybe it’s because I haven’t satisfied my sweet tooth lately (prepping for a dentist visit tomorrow), but it seems I can’t escape cookie posts, recipes and drool worthy photos. Here are a few goodies I plan to try soon (post tooth-filling appointment of course)…

Chocolate Bytes claims the Toll House chocolate chip cookies are the best of its kind, but Foodie Obsessed notes Jacques Torres’ recipe just won an “unscientific taste test.” I’m going to try out both and be the final judge!

How cute are these Teddy Bear Cookies I spotted on Domestic Goddess. They might be the perfect activity for my little cousins’ next visit!

I was not so sure about mixing oranges with dark chocolate, but then I remembered those chocolate treats that you slam on the table resulting in individual sweet  slices, resembling an orange. Why not try a sweet and tangy cookie like Baking Delights’ new creation-Orange Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies. (bonus points for anyone who knows what those chocolate slam treats are called)

Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream AND cookies? I’m pretty much in heaven. Delish! Check out this recip I found on a vintage Chubby Hubby post!

You may not be Betty Crocker, but you shouldn’t be afraid to experiment! Even the “culinarily challenged” should give these treats a try!

Stay classy,

Annie

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And now we meet another talented member of the Glam Publisher Network, Tammy Powley from Jewelry and Beading. If you’re feeling the urge to get crafty, you must head over to Tammy’s blog. When she’s not busy writing for magazines or a few craft books, she is educating readers on the latest techniques, tools and therapy related to jewelry and beadwork. And if you’re thinking about selling your creations, Tammy’s got plenty of industry insight to get you’re production off the ground. Like Lesley, Allie and Teri did before her, Tammy has completed the Glam Live Questionnaire to let us in on her interests, talents and more…

                          Tammy Powley of Jewelry and Beading

Let us in on 5 fun facts about you!
1) I have a house full of furry children – last count is 3 cats and 2 dogs.
2) I’m a bead-o-holic - wire too is a weakness of mine.
3) I recently graduated with my Ph.D. (yippy do da!)
4) I live off of Weight Watchers frozen dinners.
5) I’m working on my own great American novel.

What is your favorite item in your closet? My way-cool L.L. Bean denim jacket

Fill in the blank: I can’t live without…clear lip gloss.

What’s your favorite gift to give? Jewelry, of course, that moi made.

                     Tammy at work

If you could max out your credit card at one shop, which one? L.L. Bean wins again.

What’s one thing every woman should own? A strand of nice pearls.

What inspired you to start your blog/site? After reading so many other great blogs in the blogosphere, I had to get in on the fun.

If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be? Home – I’m a homebody.

Who is your celebrity style mate? Nicole Kidmann – She always has great jewelry.

Do you have any hidden talents? I have a weird talent for giving my animals pills when necessary. I’m quick and can get it down them without them even knowing what happened.

Name your favorite:  
Cocktail: red wine
Color: blue
Band/Singer: Prince
Fashion Trend: threader earrings
Book: Tess of the d’Urbervilles

Congrats on the Ph.D. Tammy, and be sure to let us know when that great American novel comes out, we can’t wait!

Stay classy,

Annie

P.S. Check back soon to meet another Glam Publisher!

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