We don’t all have the luxury of our very own makeup artists, I don’t know about you but when I am getting ready it usually means I have children at my feet or the only other adult in the house is distracting the children so they don’t find me in the bathroom. Being able to … Read More ...
Style Me Quick – DIY Kimonos
I Love this new style as it is very forgiving and allows me to be comfortable and at times frumpy but still be in the “fashion”. I need to take a trip to my local fabric store and go crazy. The thought of actually paying for a ready-made Kimono seems crazy after seeing this tutorial … Read More ...
Style Me Quick – Boho Boots
Looks like I might not need to throw out my scuffed boots after-all. These Boho inspired boots have an ecliptic look using old belts , ribbons and cords. If you follow the blog you will see a boho trend starting to form with some of our previous posts on Boho or Gypsy DIY.… Read More ...
A Little Soap “Eye Candy”
This break down of soap eye candy is a round up of 6 of the most beautiful soaps we have come across this week. Have you seen a soap that’s too beautiful to use? Send us the link and we will add it to the next eye candy round up.
Exfoliating Soap – Citrus Cilantro … Read More ...
Soap Tutorial – Salt Soap
This salted soap recipe is for the more advanced soap makings amongst us. This soap making tutorial shows you how to make a few different variations also like the chocolate salt and nut soap in the image above. For the full tutorial for Salt Soap check out Thesoapbar.… Read More ...
Style Me Quick – (Pretty) Halloween Costume
So not every Halloween costume has to be covered in blood. This elegant yet spooky costume is created to look like a ghostly bride or girl of yesteryear. The tutorial for the brown aged and dead flower crown can be found here. For the dress a simply DIY method would be to use a cheese … Read More ...
Sprayable Shea Butter Recipe
I have a bit of as issue when it comes to “sprayable” things, it seems when you spray something it ends up everywhere. I do love the idea of my kids being able to spray this on their legs (crocodile legs) as my daughter calls them. I just can’t seem to get my children into … Read More ...
Soap Making – Coconut Exfoliating Bars
I love the smell of coconut and I love to feel a scratchy texture on my skin. It invigorates my senses. I wish I had these to shower with right now. If you like how amazing these look and would like to whip up a batch (send me some please) then here is the full … Read More ...
Cure a Hangover With Cucumbers
If you have been drinking too much and your feeling a little hung-over then this is the perfect pick me up. Grab some cucumber and throw it into a blender for a cucumber smoothie. A little too much effort? then just grab a cucumber and start munching away.
The vitamin B, electrolytes, and natural … Read More ...
Style tips for short curvy girls
Here are 11 tips from BuzzFeed that were actually written by Cindy Gordon, stylist at Wardrobe Therapy. All the tips are practical, without needing for you to go buy a tons of clothes.
That is, you can do it with most things you have at home. There are ideas for using belts, asymmetrical dresses, and more! I … Read More ...
Style Me Quick – Corset Story Halloween Costume Giveaway
Thanks to Corset Story we are giving you the chance to win this amazing Poison Ivy Halloween Costume valued at $100.00. Corset story can not only fulfill all your Burlesque Corset needs but they have a great Steampunk and Rockabilly section too.
For your chance to win all you have to do is visit their … Read More ...
Soap Making – Cherry Bomb Soap With Printable Labels
Learn how to make this striking black Cherry Bomb Soap via Soapdelinews.com. They also give you the free printable label which totally sets off this soap. The contrasting colors are amazing and fun and sure to be a hit. Don’t forget Christmas is coming so time to start making those soap gifts. Check out … Read More ...
Natural Eye cream Ideas you will love
I know we have posted lots of different remedies and recipes for eye creams of the years but thought this one might appeal to some new healthy lifestyle fanatics. I hadn’t heard of the potato one that a newbie for me. Check out the full list over at Nature Hacks.com.… Read More ...
How to grow longer Lashes Naturally
Everyone wants longer eyelashes it’s just a matter of how you want to get them. Extension lashes are very popular right now however I prefer to use a “Long lash” mascara. If you are not ready to commit to sticking lashes onto your eyes with glue then these remedies to help grow thicker lashes nauturally … Read More ...
Updated: Home-Made Alcohol Free Hand Sanitizer
After contracting Viral Meningitis a few years ago I became obsessed with Hand Sanitizer. I got sick after the swine flu peak in 2009. I literally have a bottle of the “bought stuff” at my front door for people to use when they come in and leave if they so desire. I hate snotty kids … Read More ...