Super Simple DIY Headband for Spring

Hello all! Long time, no post! I'm back today to teach you how to make a super simple headband. This project takes less than five minutes, and most of the things you will need you probably already have. This headband is perfect whether you want to wear your hair up or down! Keep reading to find out how to make it! :)

 You Will Need:

• Small Thin Hair Ties- I used 11. You may need a few more or less. You can make the headband in whatever color you want. I used pastel colors for spring. :)

The process of making the headband is super simple. However, it may seem a little complicated at first. Keep trying, and I'm sure you'll get it!

• First, set one hair tie aside for the last step. Then, organize the remaining hair ties in the order that you like.
• Next, take two of the hair ties and loop one around the other.

•  Take the end of the hair tie that you looped through, in this case it would be the top side of the purple hair tie, and loop it through itself.

  

 

• Pull the two hair ties away from each other tightly. It will look like this.

 

•  Repeat this process with the remaining hair ties, adding on to either end of the one you just made. You may want to check every so often to see if it is long enough to fit around your  head. 

 

• Once you have created a long enough chain, wrap it around your head with the two loose ends held together at the back of your head. Using the hair tie that you laid aside at the beginning, tie the two loose ends together by wrapping the hair tie around them. For this step, you could also use one of those small clear elastics. 

 

Voilà! Your headband is complete! If you don't like the order you put the hair ties in, simply untie the chain and reorganize it. :)

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DIY Makeup Setting Powder Using Cornstarch

Hey Guys!
You would be surprised how many items you have around the house that can be used for your makeup or hair. My favorite example of this: corn starch. Go ask your mom if you have any! She will most likely say yes. But even if you don't, you can pick this up at any grocery store for super cheap! You will most likely find it in the baking aisle, by the sugar and flour.

I have recently discovered my favorite use for this common household item. That would be using it as a setting powder.
First put on a tinted mousturizer / foundation, or just use it by itself. When I do this, I like to use a big fluffy powder brush. Simply dip it in some corn starch, (I put a couple of teaspoons in a tubberware container and have kept it in my room) and tap off the excess. Make sure you don't have too much on your brush! Work it into your skin. Although this is easier to blend into lighter skin colors, you can use this on darker complexions. It really isn't that hard to blend in. This is really good for people who have combination oily skin, because it eliminates the grease. Using this as a powder leaves your skin super soft, creating a smooth surface to apply your bronzer and blush.


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Dash and Lily's Book of Dares

Today, I am going to be doing my first book review! It is going to be on Dash and Lily's Book of Dares. This book was co written by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan.

I am going to start off with a brief summary. For those of you that are interested in reading this, there will be no spoilers here!
This book takes place in New York City during the Christmas season. The chapters are split between Dash's life and Lily's life. Lily's parents are away for the Christmas, and her brother is completely devoted to his boyfriend. She feels sort of alone, so her brothers convince her to hide a notebook in her favorite bookstore. Inside the notebook are clues for whoever finds it to follow. The last clue leads the person to give it back to a specific worker at the store, so it can be passed off again to Lily. Dash and Lily, two completely unlike characters, meet because of this notebook.

Here's my review of this book.
I thought this book was great. I loved all of the kooky characters. My favorite scene was the one that occurred in the dictionary closet. I think it is very interesting how they wrote this. Rachel wrote Lily's chapters, and David wrote Dash's. The setting was perfect. I have not read that many books set in New York City.

Overall, I would give this book 4 1/2 out of 5 stars.
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Tag Tuesday Presents.... The This or That Tag

To start off my Tag Tuesday. I have decided to do the This or That Tag. This tag was pretty popular on youtube about a year ago. I hope you enjoy!
So this is how it is going to work. I am going to post the tag options below, and the option I highlight in blue will be my pick.

MAKEUP:
blush or bronzer
lip gloss or lipstick
eye liner or mascara
foundation or concealer
neutral or color eye shadow
pressed or loose eye shadows
brushes or sponges

NAILS:
OPI or china glaze.... I actually haven't tried either.
Long or short
Acrylic or natural
Brights or darks
Flower or no flower

BODY:
perfume or body splash
lotion or body butter
body wash or soap
lush or other bath company

FASHION:
jeans or sweat pants
long sleeve or short
dresses or skirts
stripes or plaid
flip flops or sandals
scarves or hats
studs or dangly earrings.... my ears aren't pierced
necklaces or bracelets
heels or flats
cowboy boots or riding boots
jacket or hoodie
forever 21 or charlotte russe
abercombie or Hollister.... neither
saks 5th or nordstrom

HAIR:
curly or straight
bun or ponytail
bobby pins or butterfly clips
hair spray or gel
long or short
light or dark
side sweep bangs or full bangs
up or down

RANDOM:
Rain or shine
Summer or winter
Fall or spring
Chocolate or vanilla
East coast or west coast

That's the tag, I hope you enjoyed.

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Super Simple Braid Wrapped Ponytail!

Today, I am going to be showing you guys how to do a braid wrapped ponytail. It's really easy, and once you get the hang of it, you can do it in only 30 seconds! It's a fun and simple way to spice up a plain ponytail. Plus, it will stay in through a day of school or sports practice.
Here are the things you will need:
A ponytail holder (preferably one that matches your hair color)
A small hair rubber band (preferably a clear one)
Finally, a Topsy Tail
- You can buy one here or make your own. The one I am using is homemade.

You are going to want to start out with tangle free hair. Pull your hair into a ponytail. You can place your ponytail wherever you wish. Secure it with the ponytail holder.

Next, you are going to want to take the Topsy Tail and place the pointy end through a layer of your ponytail holder. Pull it down until the looped end is the only part above your ponytail holder.

Now, you are going to want to take a section of hair in the ponytail and braid it all of the way down. Secure it with the smaller rubber elastic.

Wrap the braided piece around the base of your ponytail. (You will also be wrapping it around the Topsy Tail.

When you cannot wrap it any more, take the end through the loop of the Topsy Tail. Remember to keep your hand on this end piece

With your other hand, you are going to grab the pointy end of the Topsy Tail and pull down. The Topsy Tail will go through the elastic, securing your braid as well.

Now, your look is complete! If you did not use a hair color elastic, you might want to check to make sure you cannot see it. If you can, you might have to do this a couple of times until you get it covered.

For a different look, you can wrap your ponytail in a piece of hair without braiding it. This gives it a sophisticated and elegant look.
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Get to Know Me: 25 Questions Tag

Hi guys,
I wanted to do a blog post so you guys could get to know me better. I was looking around Youtube and decided on the 25 Questions Tag. So here goes... (:

1. Do you have any pets?
Yep! I have one dog. She's a mix between a mini pinscher and an italian greyhound. I also have two birds, one sun conure and one parakeet.

2. Name 3 things that are physically close to you.
My phone, my Ipod, and a bunch of nailpolish (among the other mess on my desk)

3.  What's the weather like right now?
Well, the sun is down, but today it has been hot and humid.

4. Do you drive? If so, have you crashed?
Nope, I don't drive yet. I have less than a year though!

5. What time did you wake up this morning?
Around 10:10

6. When was the last time you showered?
This morning

7. What was the last movie you saw?
The last whole movie was Definitely Maybe. Today, I watched parts of House Bunny and parts of Freaky Friday. The last movie I saw in theaters was either Snow White and the Huntsman or Brave. They were both really good movies!

8. What does your last text message say?
Hey girly (:

9. What's your ringtone?
On Verizon, it's Sunshine.

10. Have you ever been to a different country?
No, unfortunately. I might go to Spain soon for school though.

11. Do you like sushi?
Surprising, I have never had it.

12. Where do you buy your groceries?
Usually, Krogers.

13. Have you ever taken medecine to help you fall asleep?
A couple of years ago, I took melatonin the night before the first day of school. It didn't work.

14. How many siblings do you have?
Two brothers

15. Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop?
Laptop (:

16. How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
Sweet sixteen! So excited!! I have had a countdown on my Ipod since the day after my 15th birthday. heheh

17. Do you wear contacts or glasses?
No, I have perfect vision.

18. Do you color your hair?
Nope.

19. Tell me something you are planning to do today.
 Well, it is 11pm so I am not going to do much else today. However, tomorrow I plan on writing and posting my Monday blogpost!

20. When was the last time you cried?
I don't even remember...

21. What is your perfect pizza topping?
I am just a boring pepperoni pizza kind of girl.

22. Which do you prefer- hamburgers or cheeseburgers?
Duh... cheeseburgers

23. Have you ever had an all-nighter?
I don't think so.

24. What is your eye color?
A grayish blue

25. Can you taste the difference between Pepsi and Coke?
I can't tell a difference, but I don't even like either of them. I prefer Sprite or Sierra Mist.
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