(Shirt: Loft outlet  Dress: Kohls  Belt: Thrifted  Tights: Target  Shoes: Ninewest Outlet)

So... Weightloss... It's a tough thing when you lack will power. The struggle is real guys. Particularly the 5 pm binge when I come home from work and the weekends. Both for the same reason, I am free to relax put and pjs and do whatever the heck I want. Of course I just take that a little too far...

My goal these next two weeks is to pre-plan and prepare delicious snacks for my after work relaxation time. This is the next baby step in my journey to health! 

That's the important part to keep in mind. Getting healthy and losing weight is not always a fast and easy thing. It takes time to build healthy healthy habits. It usually takes 30-60 days to build a new habit, and when you've been living an unhealthy life, there are many new habits to form. I may not be losing weight right now but I am building a healthy lifestyle which is the most important thing. 

Of course a quirky outtake to end the post, because I love them! 

(Shirt: Loft   Jeggings: H&M   Booties: Kohls    Hat: Gift    Leather Jacker: Kohls)

Instead, I decided to wear my jeggings and stripped peplum top. While taking these pictures I learned some things about myself. First, I'm a lot more apple shaped now than I once thought! Note to self, learn how to better style an apple shaped body...  Second, I am painfully shy in front of the camera! My wonderful husband took these pictures for me and even his presence didn't calm my awkwardness. 

I guess this is a situation where practice will make better. I hope in the coming months I'll become more acclimated to this process. But, for now I found this few shots to share!

Jeggings and leggings are my favorite things! I know there is some debate over whether or not they count as pants but I am definitely pro leggings (as long as they are done tastefully). I mean what beats the comfort and style level of this garment type? And don't get me started on my love of peplum tops... hello muffin top camouflage! Let's be honest many of us have it, even some of the skinner folks. 

So there you have it, my first (slightly awkward) outfit post. Hopefully future outfit posts will be more relaxed and enjoyable. In the mean time you can enjoy this quirky outtake :) 

I got this one for less that $3 at Salvation Army. Aren't thrift stores the best?! Next you're going to need the following supplies. 

There are two different options for how to complete this project. One is to use a rotary cutter and the other is a classic pair of scissors. Either way is perfectly useful and of course I'm going to show you how to use both. Using the scissors is the easiest way to go about doing this project while the rotary cutter is going to give you a cleaner line. Which option you choose is up to you and your available supplies!

Using Rotary Cutter:

1. Lay out the sweatshirt on the cutting mat, making sure the top and side are square (or rather nicely lined up along the guidelines)

2. Line up the ruler at your desired sleeve length (here I used 5 inches), making sure that the length is in line with the guidelines to ensure you are cutting a straight line.

3. Firmly hold the ruler in place and run the rotary blade next the ruler, cutting the fabric is smooth, straight line. Repeat steps 1-3 on the other sleeve. After that, continue with step 4.

Using Scissors:

1. Lay the sweatshirt out flat and using the ruler, mark a straight line at the desired sleeve length. Here I used 5 inches for the length. If you have a cutting mat, it would be helpful to use this to make a square, straight line.

2. Using the scissor, cut along the line that you have created. Continue to step 4.

For Both Methods:

4. Using either the rotary cutter or scissors, cut off the bottom band of the sweat shirt to create a raw edge. I personally found it easier to use the scissors for this step but either method will work fine.

5. Stretch out the edges of both arms and the bottom so that the edges will roll. This creates a more finished look for the edges of the sweatshirt. You can then roll the sleeve up even further if you choose. and Voila! You have a sweatshirt that you can easily style for fashionably, wear in a dressier manner, and wear further into the coming warmer months! Be sure to check back later this week to see how I styled this easy DIY in an outfit!

P.S. If you share your own sweatshirt DIY on social media, be sure to use #goodnesslifeDIY