DIY Giant Knitted Blanket
Wednesday, 24 May 2017
Pinterest has been full of giant knitted blankets lately and as soon as I found out most of them were handmade, I just had to make one myself! They're created by arm knitting, which is pretty much the same as regular knitting, just on a larger scale. I watched a few youtube tutorials to get an idea of how to make one, some people had even made their own giant knitting needles!
To create a giant throw, all you need is wool. I got mine from Woolly Mahoosive, 'extreme chunky acrylic' in the shade 'Dove Grey'. I got 4kg of it for £55.50 which made two throws, one big enough for the end of a double bed and the other for a single. It was really easy to knit and was completed in under an hour.
I love how it turned out! It looks amazing on my light grey/white sheets. There are so many things you could do with this wool, Woolly Mahoosive also have knit kits to make things like a lamp shade. There are also a lot of beautiful colours available, including an amazing pink colour which I'd love to get to make something else! The blanket overall is actually really soft, I was worried it would be quite itchy but it's not at all. This would be perfect for sitting out on in the sun and keeping warm on cooler summer nights.
Personalised Father's Day Gifts
Friday, 19 May 2017
Father's Day is arriving very soon and it can be hard to find something special. This year I decided to get something personalised! Snapfish offers a wide variety of products to personalise with pictures and text, from mugs to magnets and cushions to iPhone cases! I chose to personalise a 12x8" slim canvas with a photo of our dog, Charlie. The process was very easy, you simply upload the picture and position it however you desire. There are many ways to edit the picture as you can add boarders and embellishments. It's a great way to get creative and end up with a professional looking product. There's even a Father's Day selection with choices of different frames and ways to add artwork. This canvas was £18.99, so if you're looking to gift something a bit more special this father's day, be sure to check out Snapfish and their father's day gift ideas!
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Goth Girl
Thursday, 18 May 2017
Goth Girl is a series of books for 7 - 11 year olds. The story is an intriguing tale full of adventures, the perfect way to get their imaginations flowing. The book is full of strange, yet inspiring characters with many literary references. I love the illustrations, they bring the plot to life. It's a great story for the age group as it introduces the reader to a quirky, somewhat gothic genre. The story is based in the Ghastly-Gorm Hall, where Ada Goth and Lord Goth live. He believes children should be heard, not seen and so Ada must wear these large boots so he can hear her coming. Ada and the ghostly mouse, Ishmael, along with two other children, start their adventure to foil Maltravers (the mysterious indoor gamekeeper) plan before time runs out! This is the perfect mystery for your children to get lost in!
They only want you for your body
Anatomicals that is! A witty brand with an amazing skincare range. I love buying their face masks for my friends birthdays on Urban Outfitters, but I'd never tried them for myself... until now!
You can find anatomicals on their site but they are also stocked in Superdrug and ASOS.
Possibly the best idea ever! The pun is amazing and I love how the gel inside is red, making it even more vampire like. this soothing eye mask relieves eye bags. It can easily be put in the fridge to use the next morning for a fresh awakening, but can also be placed in hot water for a more relaxing afternoon. I rarely get puffy eyes, yet I still find myself using this as it feels so nice!
This next product is huge! Quite literally... this soap is the size of a mango (but smells like a grapefruit). It lathers up amazing, smells great, it does the job and its such a good price for the size! It's going to last me forever.
With a total of 10 deep cleaning strips, 5 for the nose and another 5 for chin & forehead, there's no doubt this pack will completely obliterate blackheads. I've noticed how effective it is as cleaning pores, you can really see an instant improvement. I have quite sensitive, dry skin and the cleaning strips are thankfully kind to my skin and haven't irritated it. My sister has also been trying them out as she has oily skin.
Summer Scents
Saturday, 15 April 2017
It's well known that certain scents trigger memories, which may be why I love perfumes and fragrances so much. I received a PAIRFUM large bell shaped diffuser in 'Innocent Vanilla'. The large quantity and reeds ensure a long lasting fragrance from 6-9 months. It's worth investing under £40 for something that will last so long, looks amazing and smells even better! I've put mine in the living room, which is rather large and connects to the kitchen. Within a couple of hours I noticed both rooms had freshened up and smelt amazing. The dogs stay in this room too, so it's great to have something to keep the room fresh and smelling pleasant.
There are so many beautiful fragrances to choose from, including 'Trail of White Petals', 'Magnolias in Bloom' and 'Bergamot & White Tea'. You can find descriptions on their site which explains the scents, helping you find the perfect one! All of which are natural and non toxic, making them safe for your family.
Getting ready for Summer
Sunday, 9 April 2017
Today is the hottest day of the year so far, which is making me so excited for summer! You just can't beat a bit of sunbathing. To get you in the mood for summer too, or to help you prepare for your summer holidays, I have a review of a beautiful one piece swim suit I received from UK Swimwear. They have a wide range of swimwear and beachwear, with a variety of styles to suit younger and older women.
The swimsuit is a halter neck which I love, I only have bikinis so it's nice to mix it up. The top half is a very flattering pattern which contrasts really nicely to the lower half. The mid section features a mesh detail which breaks down the block colours and makes the waist look great. The overall fit looks amazing and every detail of the swimsuit has been thought out to create something flattering. It has a very modern feel which I don't tend to see in swimsuits.
It also has an open back which makes it look rather slimming and shapes the body so well. I was not expecting a swimsuit to be so flattering and well fitting. If you look on their site, you can see how well it fits and contrasts. I can't wait to wear this on holiday!
Ozeri
Saturday, 1 April 2017
These Ozeri pans in 26cm and 30cm sizes feature a safe ceramic coating which is free from heavy metals and chemicals. The texture on the surface prevents anything sticking, whilst keeping an even temperature. I've found it really easy to clean and it seems as though it will last a long time due to the durable aluminium used. The overall look is really slick and has made cooking even easier. I love how they also come with protectors to prevent scratching. They're available from £19.99 on Amazon.
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