Monday, January 28, 2013

ACS Masquerade Ball


Over the weekend, John and I went to the American Cancer Society's black and white masquerade ball.  It was in a beautiful space and had amazing food.  It was a great fundraiser, and I wanted to share some pictures and how I made my mask with you!

To make your own mask, you will need:
  • A plain, paper mask
  • Pencil
  • Puffy paint
  • Spray paint (I used both a black glossy paint and a silver glitter paint)
Draw your design
Puffy paint over the design and allow to dry completely

Spray paint the mask on a protected surface and allow to dry
Then, I added layer after layer of glitter spray paint, creating an ombre effect toward the edges.  Finally, simply string on some elastic, and you're done!
Dress: Laundry by Design
Jewelry: Ann Taylor
John took a slightly different approach to the masquerade... :)

16 comments:

  1. the mask is beautiful!! well done!!
    xoxo

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  2. Wow! You look so elegant! Thanks for the mask idea.

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  3. your mask turned out amazing and you looked wonderful!

    <3

    ps. we are now giving away a $80 Msdressy giftcard!

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  4. this is a geat DIY project dear... you look so ladylike, I like it! thanks for share =)
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  5. I wish i read this sooner! I completely failed at making one a couple months ago. Yours is brilliant!

    XO

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  6. Such a fab DIY! The mask turned out beautifully and I totally love your overall look! Lovely

    xoxo Bree
    The Urban Umbrella
    http://www.theurbanumbrella.com

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  7. Looks greT, WELL DONE! Thanks for sharing such a nice post! Also a very large 'thank you' for taking the time to leave a comment for me!
    Have a happy time!

    Best wishes, Alexandra
    www.svetusvet.blogspot.com

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  8. Great idea!!

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  9. Oh I never been to a masquerade before, hope you guys had fun! Your mask is stunning!


    Kisses
    Hannah
    Elegantesque Blog

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  10. love it :D+


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    A chic kiss ;)

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  11. How fun!! I love the way you made your mask...glitter is always the best. You look so pretty girl!

    xo erica

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  12. You look great!
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  13. Haha, I love John's mask! I love yours too--and your dress! So pretty!

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