Handmade hair accessories review | Bowtiful Hair Accessories

Hello lovelies!

I just wanted to let you all know about these awesome handmade hair accessories.

Bowtiful Hair Accessories!  They sell on Facebook and Ebay and have a great range!

Fascinators for spring racing carnivals!

Made to order for weddings and special events!

Lots of amazing Christmas stock coming out soon!

It's run by a family friend and it would be great if you guys could support her to get started!

I assure you they are beautiful and amazingly priced!

She does adults, kids and babies.

Great for Christmas presents and perfect for spring and summer!!

Until next time :) xx

**NB: I was not asked to write this post. I was not sponsored for this post. They are actually amazing! :)

Christmas Nails!

Christmas Series #4

I've been embracing the Christmas spirit on my nails lately and thought I would share some of the different combinations I've been trying recently.
So far I've kept it pretty simple, just colour and a glitter top coat but I think through the week I will give something a little more detailed a try!!

This first one in Loreal's Lady Luck and Revlon's Sparkle. 

Please ignore the terrible photo and excess polish. I don't know what I was thinking haha!

And this one is China Glaze 866 Four leaf Clover with Revlon's sparkle and NYX 166 Grand Royal. 

My Instagram skills have improved in the last week and I cleaned up the polish before I took the picture!!

Let me know if you have done or seen any great christmas nail tutorials I could try out!! 

Follow me on Instagram: fashionprincess_1545

Until next time :) xx

Christmas Baking | Gingerbread stars!!

CHRISTMAS SERIES # 3

I found the most amazing recipe for gingerbread biscuits and have made them twice in the last two weeks. The whole family love them so I thought I would share these festive delights with you too. 

This recipe is great because the ginger flavour isn't too strong, they are sweet and they take less than an hour in total!! Baking included!! 

You could make your own icing, but I just use the packet Royal Icing that you just add water to because it saves time and tastes the same. 

Ingredients

125g butter, softened
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
1/2 cup (125ml) golden syrup
1 egg yolk
2 1/2 cups (375g) plain flour
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 packet royal icing mix and approx. 70ml water (as called for on the packaging)
1 packet Dessert Delights flavoured sprinkles (or topping of your choice)

Method

Step One: Preheat oven to 180°C. Line 2 oven trays with baking paper.


Step Two: Use an electric mixer to beat the butter, sugar and golden syrup in a bowl until pale and creamy. Add egg yolk and beat until just combined. Sift over the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ginger, cinnamon and cloves; use a wooden spoon to stir to combine. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead until smooth.


Step Three: Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 3mm thick. Use star cutters to make shapes. Place on the prepared trays


Step Four: Bake in preheated oven, swapping trays halfway through cooking, for 10-12 minutes (I found ten minutes was plenty; five on each shelf)  or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside on the trays to cool.


Step Five: Make Royal Icing as per instructions on packet. Using a piping bag and 1mm nozzle, pipe icing onto biscuits in desired pattern. 

Step Six: Sprinkle with Dessert sprinkles. Allow Icing to dry before storing. 

***Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. (So make now for Christmas, if you can resist them that long!)

**Recipe adapted from taste.com.au 

*On my nails: Loreal Lady Luck and Revlon sparkle


What's your favourite holiday treat?

Until next time :) xx

What

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Summer outfits: For Christmas day

As Christmas is in summer in Australia it can be difficult to find festive outfits that don't leave you in a sweaty heap by the end of the day.

By pairing a cute red dress with gold sparkly accessories you can get that festive look and beat the heat at the same time.

If your day is a little more formal I would go for a maxi dress or high-low dress and gold wedges or heels.

For a more casual look, try a shorter dress with gold flats.

Outfit ideas: for Christmas day by jenniferrobertson featuring a gold envelope clutch

Rare London ruched dress
$62 - bankfashion.co.uk

Sleeveless pleated dress
$36 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Nine West glitter heels
ninewest.com

A Wear gold ballerina flat
$40 - awear.com

Gold envelope clutch
$21 - theiconic.com.au

Kenneth jay lane jewelry
net-a-porter.com

Dorothy Perkins coil bracelet
dorothyperkins.com

Gold Snowflake Ornaments
jaysonhome.com

Flamant Christmas Ball in Red with Reindeer
$6.36 - flamantshop.com



What will you be wearing for Christmas day? 

Christmas gifts for teenage boys!!

Christmas series #2

First of all, HAPPY DECEMBER!! It's officially summer here in Australia and Christmas is only 24 days away! Who else is as excited as I am???

Next in my christmas series is what to buy for teenage boys. I turned 20 this year and have an 18 year old brother so I am quite experienced in buying gifts for teenage boys.

I really think they are the hardest to buy for but here are some tips to get you started!

1. Pop culture memorabilia
This year my brother has been absolutely obsessed with Dr Who so I went on E-bay and searched for Dr Who memorabilia. I ended up finding a collectors set of figurines for about half the price you would pay in Australia. I also got him an official Dr Who T-shirt.

For the teenage boy in your life, start by thinking about what they talk about alllllll the time. Is their a particular TV show they watch a lot? A movie they love? A particular video game they play all the time? Do they enjoy a particular sport or love a particular team?

Then start doing your research. Make sure you check with the licensed company as to how to be sure that the products your buying are genuine. They is usually a holographic sticker or something on the packaging to determine authenticity. Once you know what you're looking for you can begin your online search. I usually start with E-bay and Amazon, or you can google collectable retailers in your area.

These gifts are great because they show some real thought and insight into what the teenage boy enjoys. They also gain value over time and will become prized possessions.

2. Clothing
What is the one thing most teenage boys despise more than anything?? Shopping for clothes! Christmas can be an excellent time to go shopping and buy them some new clothes. Be sure to check their size before buying!

Not only is this a great way to stop them wearing all those tatty old clothes they've had for years, but you also get to exert a little creative control over the look they'll be sporting for the next zillion months! This is particularly helpful for boyfriends to avoid embarrassment!

Stores like Jay Jays often have really cool licensed clothing too, which can tie in with the above idea.

3. Jewellery 
If your man is a little more sophisticated you could consider buying him some jewellery. They is some really fashionable masculine stuff available at the moment. My favourites include watches, rings, bracelets and cufflinks. (you can also get themed and licensed cufflinks is you are that way inclined!)
Of course jewellery isn't for every man but many modern day men like to accessorise. Particularly if they wear suits a lot or attend a lot of formal functions.

4. DVD's, Video Games etc. 
If all else fails, you can never disappoint with good old fashioned DVD's and video games.
There are always plenty of deals available around Christmas time for these sorts of things and if you keep your eyes and ears open, you can usually suss out what sort of things they're into fairly easily.

5. Vouchers
I tunes vouchers and gift cards are great if you don't know the person very well. That way they can choose whatever they want and you don't risk giving them something they'll hate!




So that is my gift giving guide for teenage boys.

What are you getting the teenage boy in your life this Christmas?

Until next time :) xx

November Bellabox: Soiree Season Staples!!

So it is that time again! My Bellabox has arrived!! Well it actually arrived a while ago but I have been so busy I didn't even open it until a couple of days ago.

Just a quick update on these boxes, I have now unsubscribed to Lust Have It. It just wasn't as good as Bellabox and really didn't seem worth the money anymore. So I am now only subscribed to Bellabox and as usual, the November box does not disappoint!!



This months theme was Soiree Season Staples. That basically means all the essentials to get you through summer and the holiday season!

What's in the Box??

1. Bioderma Crealine H2O Cleansing water Sample 20ml
I received a sample of this in a previous beauty box and have used it a couple of times. I have heard a lot of negative things about it but I actually really liked it. It gets off all the makeup and because it is water based it doesn't leave your skin dry or tight.
RRP: 250ml $39.95

2. 4me nail polish remover pads FULL SIZE 30 pads 
These are a two-in-one nail product, they remove nail polish while conditioning nails and cuticles. They are acetone and alcohol free so they won't dry out or damage your nails.
RRP: $3.49

3. Swisse Hand Cream with Vitamin F and Pomegranate Sample 30ml 
I didn't even know Swisse made hand creams but alas, I now own one. haha. If you haven't heard of Swisse before they are a vitamin supplement company. This hand cream is lovely. Is moisturises without leaving a residue on your hands and it smells of citrus which is lovely.
RRP: 100ml $14.95

4. Palmolive Luscious Mango Body Butter Wash Sample 50ml
I have reviewed the Strawberry smoother version of this body wash in a previous post and I am absolutely in love with it! I am really excited to try  the mayo version, it smells lovely and fruity!
RRP: 400ml $6.49

5. Bloom Glitter Liquid Eyeliner in Star Gazer FULL SIZE
I received a different colour of this eyeliner in a previous box and used it for the first time a couple of weeks ago. It goes on smoothly and looks amazing over black eyeliner. I got so many compliments on it so I am really excited to have another colour. This will be great for all those Christmas parties etc. coming up!.
RRP: $14.95

6. John Plunkett Essentials Multi-vitamin Moisturiser FULL SIZE
Another moisturiser packed with vitamins, which is exactly what you need after spending a few hours in that hot Aussie sun! It is for normal and sensitive skin and contains vitamins A, B3, B5, C and E.
RRP: $9.95

7. Skinmiso Pore Beauty Nose Pack Sample 1 sheet
This is a Korean product which is designed to remove blackheads, contract pores and control oil over the nose. I'm very keen to try this as I always have trouble with the skin on my nose over summer because it gets very oily causing it to break out.
RRP: 10 sheets $21.99

More Info:
Bellabox is a monthly subscription box which contains a variety of beauty rested items. The cost is $15 per month.

This month Bellabox is giving away a free moustache necklace with every purchase from their online store.

To subscribe, purchase products or for more information head to their website: www.bellabox.com.au

Until next time :) xxx

** I am not affiliated with any of the products or services mentioned nor am I being paid for this post.**

Christmas gifts for mum!!

Christmas Series #1

Wondering what to get for the woman who gave you life this Christmas? Here are a few ideas to get you started.

My dad, brother and I are all putting in to get mum an iPad which is a great gift idea if you have a few people to go in together, or if your just ridiculously rich! haha. Tablets are becoming so popular these days so as long as your mum has some technological knowledge it could be a really good idea.

If your looking for something a little cheaper here are some other ideas;




1. If she has a tablet computer or smartphone you could consider buying some Apps for her that you think she'd like and downloading them for her on Christmas morning.

Alternatively you could get an iTunes voucher.







2.  Buy her a subscription to her favourite magazine. If your mum if anything like my mum, she'll love cooking/recipe magazines. Or maybe she is more into celebrity mags or lifestyle publications such as the Australian Women's Weekly. Whatever the topic, it'll be a gift that keeps on giving, and you'll be in the good books all the way until next Christmas. (Always a plus haha.)




3. If you think your mum works too hard perhaps you could treat her to some relaxation products. I try to avoid the stock-standard gift packs as they are almost always over-priced and usually come with at least one item that is fairly useless (a bar of soap anyone?)
I find it to bed a more personal gift if I go to a store such as The Body Shop or Lush and select a few individual products that I think she would benefit from. The usual favourites include hand creams, bath bombs, night creams etc.
Just be careful of anything that claims to be 'anti-ageing' or 'anti-wrinkle' as some people may be offended by this and you don't want to be the one who starts the all-out massive family brawl on Christmas day.

4. On the relaxation theme, you could purchase a voucher for a facial/massage/spa day. If your close with your mum you could book a mother/daughter day to make it even more special.

5. Books are always another favourite and given we are living in the 21st Century, you could consider Ebooks as they tend to be slightly cheaper and are easy to read on the go.



These are just a few suggestions of things that always impress my mum.

What are you getting your mum for Christmas this year?

What's your all-time favourite gift?

Until next time :) xxx

Christmas series!!

55 days until Christmas! 

With less than two months until Christmas is upon us again I thought I would start a Christmas blog series!

At the moment I have planned posts for what to buy the various people in your life, how to decorate your house, and christmas recipes and baking.

Leave a comment on this post if there are any other christmas related posts you would like to see from me =D

I am really excited to begin this series as Christmas is my absolute favourite time of the year by far!!!

Until next time :) xxx