You might be wondering, “So what in tarnation is this Monday Poll thing anyway!?”
Well, it isn’t exactly a poll. It’s more of a constantly evolving (devolving?), somewhat random list of questions I’ve been putting out to readers every Monday morning for the past seven years. (It’s like a kickstart for your brain.) I’ve always enjoyed reading your answers in the comments, and I hope you enjoy reading mine.
- In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
This one’s easy. 🙂 Pale pink. Super light pale pink, like cotton candy pink.And if I were feeling extra sassy, I’d do a mint green streak right across my side-swept bangs. A fat mint green streak.
If we really did live in the Capitol from The Hunger Games…I would find a way to get glitter-tipped ends. Some days it would be gold glitter or silver glitter, and some days it would be teal glitter.
- If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
Definitely a trench coat, because I’ve had a really hard time finding one that fits me correctly (I’m only 5’1″). They’re either too long — like the arms are too long, or the coat is too long, and it overtakes me, and I look like I’m wearing my mom’s coat — or there are too many buttons and buckles and things happening in the front. - If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Custom couture cat harnesses with Swarovski crystals. - What’s your number one rule for using social media?
My number one rule is to step away from the keyboard when I’m feeling heated (read: p*ssed off). That, and always making sure I’m using the correct “your.” Y-o-u-r, or y-o-u-‘-r-e.Long story…
- What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Hmm… Well, being an astronaut is probably out of the question at this point, but I might like to try being a young adult author, or maybe a broadcaster for some kind of goofy show…Or a food photographer.
Your turn. 🙂 Just copy and paste the following questions into a comment with your answers. I look forward to reading ’em!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Good morning! 🙂
So I started doing this thing every morning that I really enjoy. I don’t know if I’ve told you about it yet, but when I first wake up, I do a few minutes of morning meditation in bed.
I use this app called buddhify on my phone, and it doesn’t take long. Some of the exercises are 5 minutes (you just follow along with the speaker, and they all have wonderfully soothing voices), and some of them are 8 minutes. They’re a great way to start the day and get out of bed on the right foot — especially on Mondays when I’m not super fired up.
In other news, I’m almost done with my second cup of tea right now and thinking about having a third. 🙂
Hope you have a good day today, and have a great week.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Pale mint. I’ve always wanted it, but my hair is almost black, which would mean bleaching it to hell and back… If we really did live in the Capitol, I’d make it a pastel rainbow that shifted as I moved.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A little black dress. I’m very petite, and dresses are usually cut for someone taller or with a longer torso. Also, boots.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
I have no idea. I don’t make things, and I’ve never been very crafty…
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Avoid TMI. I try not to share when I’m upset/sad/angry/depressed, because I’m a very private person. I’ll show ya a billion pictures of makeup, but I like to keep private things private.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I would’ve loved to try out law school, and I still might if the opportunity presents itself… I’d also have loved to be a pastry chef!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Lavender purple! I am jealous of girls with pale complexions who can pull off that color!
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A beautiful dress, hitting below the knee, with pockets and made with lace.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Either shirts with vinyl makeup quotes or door wreaths!
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Don’t put anything too private out there, sooner or later it may work against you!
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Being a makeup artist. My absolute dream!
Happy Monday, Karen! I need to check out that app, it looks really interesting!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
That’s an easy one. Hot pink!
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A nice pair of jeans. Sometimes it’s hard when you’re small but still curvy.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Bedazzled phone cases. I’m a total girl lol
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Keep it cute!
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I think I may do well in PR or marketing. I seem to have a knack for that kinda stuff
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? The back of my hair is currently bright blue, so I’d go all over blue.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? An affordable white t-shirt and white button up that isn’t see-thru.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? I doodle mandalas, so I’d sell them.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? Keep it fluffy, no vague-booking and nothing political! Also, correct spelling, because bad grammar makes my brain melt. But keep it fluffy is number one!!!
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? Mystery writer. Food stylist. Nutritionist.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Probably red or blue! Awhile back I had a really cool ombre dye job where my hair went from dark brown to red. That was fun.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
The worlds best jeans. I struggle finding good jeans that last a long time and fit well. Or maybe some really fantastic workout gear. I have trouble with sizing sometimes for my leggings.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Well I am actually in the process of starting a shop selling dog bandanas (and probably cats too) and custom pet ID tags!
I think if I were to make anything else…I am really inspired by indie nail and cosmetic companies. I have found some really cool stuff from small shops on etsy!
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Hm just be careful what you say and who you say it to. I barely comment on anything or post anything on Facebook. It is all about reputation. I also control my privacy (or so I think lol) by really limiting my followers/friends to people I really know and actually care about.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Hm that is tough! I’m gonna say pet trainer. Or something to do with animals!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color, what color would it be?
A deep purple with some lighter strands thrown in.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A 1950’s-style dress with a full midi-skirt in teal. I’m so tall it’s hard to find dresses that hit below the knee!
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Half-finished crochet blankets? Probably not much of a market for that…
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Less is more. I prefer Snapchat because it’s not up there forever for everyone to see.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I would love to be a makeup artist on a period drama or movie. I love watching those special features on DVDs and just thinking how fun it would be. Alternately I would want to be a veterinarian but my allergies would kill me.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Either a silvery Lavender or a Hot Pink/Magenta.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
Coats and jeans that look good on the well endowed!
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Jewelry. I used to make it in college.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Be honest, truthful, and edit.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
A vintner. I love wine and the science/art are both sides I’m good at!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
A firey ombre! Red into orange and then yellow, or maybe the other way around. I think that would be so fun, but I’ll never do it IRL. 🙂
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A nice, comfortable, flattering dress that works in or out of the office, but doesn’t feel too fussy. And preferably one that’s not black, lol!
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Something sewn… maybe tote bags? That sounds both easy and fun 🙂
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Hmm… maybe just not posting anything that I wouldn’t want my mom to read!
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
If singing doesn’t work out, I’m pretty sure I’d make a beeline for academia. Get a PhD in musicology or something. I sort of heart school, lol.
I like the meditation thing, Karen! Might have to take a look at that… it’d be nice to center myself at the beginning of the day, I think.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
As someone who does that anyway, I would want to break into the more difficult to upkeep colors. Full on peacock spreads, with shots of silver and charcoal. Full on silver with really subtle pastels woven through it.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A jacket. Just below mid thigh length. Lots of hidden pockets. Hood that actually fits me. Comfortable in the shoulders. Skims in at the waist so I don’t look like i’m swimming in it.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Yarn goods. I knit and crochet a lot. Dolls, sweaters, mittens, boot cuffs.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Try not to get in fights on the internet.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I would love to be a secret shopper for hotel/resorts.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? Lilac, lavender, purple. Somewhere in that range.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
OMG! I am so with you on the trench coat! I am 5′ 1 1/4″ tall. Believe me that quarter inch is important. I spent last Thursday in The City trying on trench coats to no avail. Thinking of going to Britex and just buying fabric.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? Paintings and drawings of horses and/or cats.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? Try to limit the hours of the day I spend using it. Otherwise, you can waste a whole day.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? Olympic Dressage Rider? Chef or pastry chef. Architect. So many to choose from.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
I would go for a bright pink or maybe a purple/magenta color.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
Some type of magical pants that can be adjusted for any length of heel. I have some pants that are for heels and others for flats. I wish I could have just a few pairs that can be automatically adjusted.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Not sure if this is possible, but cupcakes!
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
When in doubt, just post cat pictures. Those are pretty safe. 🙂
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I would love to learn more about graphic design.
Thanks for the reccomenation of the buddhify app. I think mediation is a great idea, but I’ve never really been able to incorporate it into my schedule. This looks like a great way to start!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color, what color would it be?
Lavender! And if I had access to Capitol hairdressers, I’d have them style it into a huge puffy Rococo tower.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A white button-down shirt, since I can never find one that fits–I’m slender with a disproportionately large chest, which sounds like more fun than it is.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
I like cross-stitching, so maybe cross-stitched patches of some kind.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Same as you: never post while angry! There’s no point. Getting into online fights just makes me more upset.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I’d love to get paid for my beauty writing eventually.
Hi Karen,
We just broke the ALL TIME SNOW RECORD IN BOSTON. That’s all caps because all we needed was 2 more inches over the weekend. I’ve been doing “flip flop training” and getting ready with self tanner. Hope you are well. (the daffodil’s are coming up next to GIANT snow banks next to my gym)
Poll:
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Dark blue or dark purple. Still with great curls which I have naturally. May the odds be EVER in your favor.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
The most perfect yoga retreat outfit (just came back from Kripalu). Radiant heated floors during snowstorms in the Berkshires…heaven.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
My photography. Framed…….one of these days! I have a Canon with a telephoto lens and used to have a darkroom in my basement.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
No current clients or colleagues (I work with college students)
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I’ve been volunteering at an organic sustainable farm for 15 years teaching kid’s programs and helping with fundraising. They have 16 Boston area restaurants as clients. So that, but paid. 🙂
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? Fiery orange!
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? A ton of cute dresses and tops!
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? Oh my… sock puppets?
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? Don’t be an attention seeker.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? I’d love to be a performer! Except I can’t sing. Or act.
1. Either bold red or purple (which I’ve already done when I was a teenager xD)
2. The wedding dress of my dreams.
3. Wow, no idea. I’m not really good at making anything lol.
4. To never argue with a blogger fan and to keep some of my opinions to myself.
5. Photographer and/or chef. But I would also like to work as a beauty journalist.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Teal or pale green.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A summer dress. Somehow I never manage to find one that ticks all the boxes…
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
I have no idea, as I am not able to make anything nice. I already am terrified thinking about all the handicraft work required with children.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Stop checking it every five minutes.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Writing. Maybe about beauty and makeup? Apart from that I am quite content with my actual career.
And I say yes to a third cup of tea.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Hmmmm, this is hard! I like so many colors, I would have to change my hair often. I think I would start out with hot pink, then go for a dark navy blue color…weird! I know!
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? A ton of cute dresses and tops!
I’m with you, Karen. I would have to design a trench coat. That would be awesome.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Probably different types of soaps, lotions, body sprays, ect.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Don’t post topics or pictures just for attention.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Well, I’m a Biology major right now focusing on pre-med. My dream career is to be a doctor 🙂
Have a great week everyone!!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Maybe silver? A deep purple would be amazing too.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A silk cami that has short enough straps and actually covers my boobs. 🙂
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Photo/quote posters.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Do not engage. Even if you win, you lose.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I still love the idea of teaching, just not anything lower than college.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Blurple or magenta. Heck, maybe both.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
The perfect jeans.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
I did have a shop with knitted and crocheted items, but life happened and I had to close it just as it was starting to do well. I never got to put the really cool stuff in it I had planned. I’d loved to reopen it and take another shot.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Avoid it as much as possible. When on it, try to avoid the drama as much as possible.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I always wanted to be a children’s book author, or do something creative. With my older son’s mental health issues, I don’t think it’s ever going to happen.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? Either emerald green or teal
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? a coat or a jacket
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? mmm… ah! sugar paste figures for decorating cakes.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? same as in life! be kind and mind your own business 😉
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? maybe journalist.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Crayola purple. That beautiful dark purple…but on hair. I’ve been tempted to do it since my hair is dark anyway–it wouldn’t be that much change with my eyebrows–but I had a bout of really bad hair loss due to my lupus. I’m finally getting it under some form of control, but I think I want to do highlights again.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
A maxi dress that would fit me. People say that maxi dresses make smaller people taller…I haven’t found one that hasn’t shrunk me or been two feet too long. I’m even 1.5″ taller than you and I can’t find one!
Oh, and a pair of actual equestrian riding boots that fit. I have two lifts in my riding boots and they are still high! I have to see if my coach thinks they are okay. I think they’ll be fine, I just have to break them down a bit.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
I’ve thought about opening an Etsy shop for silhouette paintings before or little crochet bits and bobs.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
I use proper grammar. I don’t always use proper sentence structure, but I refuse to stoop to computer speak.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Um, how about an actual career? HA HA HA HA HA!!!!
Thanks for the picture at top and the app recommendation. You’re the best 🙂
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Light purple
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
Neon sports bras omg <3 <3
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Assuming I had the skill, bohemian clothing!
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
I don't generally, so I can't say. Maybe don't stalk?
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
President 😛
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? I love this question! I would go a bright light orange.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? Can I cheat and say a wedding dress? Because that would be awesome.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? Perfume oils! They would be so much fun to make.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? Remember who my audience is… do I really want my high school biology teacher and my boss from my college job knowing that?
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? I think one of those pipe dream jobs I’ve always wanted was horseback riding lesson instructor.
Karen, I want you to know I consider you a role model for my blooming beauty obsession. Thanks! And I’ve been toying with the idea of trying to meditate, but I can’t find something that works for me, so I’m also really happy to hear about your favorite app.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Rose Gold.
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
Well um. I design knitting patterns so I kind of am. I’d love a fabulous merino cardigan that feels like air and pulls together everything.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Handspun yarn or a knitting pattern.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Walk away before engaging trolls.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
Interior Decorating or designing restaurant menus.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? This one’s easy- it’d be silver with a violet streak in the front (think Kelis & her grey strands back in the day) and I’d have the hair cut of Kelly Osbourne. 🙂
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? A killer swimsuit because then I wouldn’t have to covet the super bad a** swimsuit that I saw online at Nordstrom’s that’ll set me back a few Benjamins.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? Easy again- I’d make clutches. I used to make them once upon a time but I never sold them on Etsy, though I always wanted to.
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? Always remember to unplug. Social media can be seriously overwhelming & I can be on overload at times. Every night, I deliberately unplug before bed.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? Journalism. I love to write, research, travel, & stay abreast of current events. I’d LOVE to be a news journalist 🙂
Had to go get that app, thank you!
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
Purple I would dye my hair in Amethyst Purple
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? A nice faux leather jacket
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be
cream blush
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
Never over sharing the world doesn’t need to know every single step I make . And always decent pictures, I don’t need that kind of attention you get with other kind of pictures I see nowadays .
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
a photographer/illustrator for magazines.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be? Lilac
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself? A two-piece pajama set like the kind Lucille Ball wore on I Love Lucy. I am 5’2 and all pajamas are way too long on me and I feel ridiculous taking them to be hemmed. Slacks and jackets are one thing, PJ’s are another.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be? Cookies and Fudge and Catsicles
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media? I try to stay away from it if I’m angry. And if I don’t stay away when I’m angry, I try to remember that what goes on the Internet stays on the Internet 4ever.
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life? I’d love to work at Sephora for at least a few days.
1. hot pink
2. I would design really cute tops that go over leggings and cover all the necessary spot
3. I would sell crochet animals
4. Make sure it’s a cute photo and don’t over share your personal info
5. I would say bartender or party planner
By the way I would totally buy a cat harness from you
1. Bright red, Lady danger red! I really wanted to when I was a kid just like the little mermaid 🙂
2. I have the same problem with coats as you karen (I’m 5’2″), so a nice black winter coat and boots! My short legs and thin calfs make most boots look like wellie boots on me!
3.Skincare for acne prone skin =) I would make oil based cleansers, facial oils and simple moisturizers without shea butter (clogs my pores). It’s so hard to find a good simple moisturizer!!
4. Don’t over use.
5. Architect! I love to designing furniture, and my father has helped me build a few pieces. Unfortunately my grades weren’t good enough so I became an engineer instead.
1. In a world where you had to dye your hair an extravagant color (think the Capitol in The Hunger Games), what color would it be?
BRIGHT RED! Like, WWE Diva Red!
2. If you could be a clothing designer for a day, what would you design for yourself?
The perfect sweater – soft, gray, cozy yet detailed – perfect for jeans or a fancy dinner out.
3. If you were to make and sell something on Etsy, what would it be?
Accessories for little girls – bows, headbands, socks, little jewlery, etc!
4. What’s your number one rule for using social media?
STAY POSITIVE! DONT AIR YOUR DIRTY LAUNDRY! NO ONE CARES!
5. What’s a career you think you might like to try in your life?
I want to teach spin, go out to lunch with my girlfriends and shop. That’s it.