What I've Been Loving♥

Hellooo :)

This post is just going to be about certain things of which I have developed a slight love for over the past month or so ;).

Barry M Lipstick

1.  First of all is this Barry M lipstick in the shade 115. I'm sure it is 115, but it has two numbers on the bottom? 115 and then smaller 418. Anyway, I think this shade is a really lovely colour for summer as it's a mixture between a bright fuchsia and coral. (It's brighter in real life than on the photo.) Because of the multi-tonal shades, I find that it matches any outfit and is able to brighten up an LBD. It was also rather a bargain being under £5; and is on the 3 for 2 at Boots! It also lasts a while which I found handy :).

Barry M Nail Varnish.

2. The second item (which was also part of the 3 for 2 ;) ) is this nail varnish, also by Barry M, which I absolutely LOVE! I don't think I've actually had it off since I got it haha. It's limited edition so I seriously think I need to stock up- not even joking ;). It's a coral colour but then it has a gold shimmer running all the way through it, and I have never seen a nail varnish like it.  It applies easily and only requires 1-2 coats, depending on how vibrant you want it to look. It's also similar to the Barry M satin varnishes as it has the gold shimmer. Mine lasted for I think it was 4 days before it started to significantly chip on the tips, however I just topped it up and it looks freshly painted. I can't remember how much this is, but i got it free on the 3 for 2, so it's definitely cheaper than the lipstick.

Dove Deodorant.

3. I know that this item is very random, but I actually really love this deodorant for a few reasons. First of all, the bottle looks really pretty and the actual pushy bit that you use to spray feels really cool! Also, you can purchase this in lots of different scents.The smell of this one is AMAZING, it's pomegranate and lemon verbena and it's so good. The main thing I like about this though is that with a lot of deodorants, I find myself having a full on coughing session after I've sprayed it, but with this, I don't? It doesn't seem to have that nasty deodorant "twang" to it, yet it lasts for a while.

4. Rowntree's Randoms. Definitely my favourite sweets by far. You get every variety of sweet in one packet; some filled with gooey fruit juice, some foamy, some plain. What more can i say. If you've never tried them, GO GET SOME! ;)


5. Finally, the song that I've been loving recently is Budapest by George Ezra. His voice is so beautiful :p. I'm into more 'alternative' music and I think this sounds similar, but I also know lots of other people who love this song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHrLPs3_1Fs&feature=kp

Love from Meg Xxx

What To Do With: A Cardboard Box♥

What To Do With: A Cardboard Box♥

Hellooo :)

This is the first in my 'What To Do With:' series. I am planning many of these little DIY's, and all the items made are going to be partly recycled; thus aiming to make the items simple, practical, and affordable. (Sound's like a L'Oreal advert haha).

What you will need:

• An old box (can be any size, shoe boxes are ideal)
• Some nice paper (wrapping paper is perfect, but any will do)
• Scissors
• Sticky tape
• 10-15 minutes of spare time, this is how long it took me :)

Firstly, decide what you would like to use your box for. This will determine the size you need. I use mine for all sorts on my dressing table. It's a shoe box which contained size 7 shoes. You could use it for anything though such as bobbles/clips, a pretty packaging for tissues, or a place to store bottles that don't have the nicest exterior design. Once you have decided, retrieve your chosen box and choose a pretty paper to cover it in.

I picked this up from Paperchase for £1.50. It is a bit more expensive but it has a lovely vintage bird pattern on with a shimmery background. Also it's quite thick therefore great, durable quality.

Then, place the paper on your worktop and bring up the sides of the paper. Cut any excess paper accordingly- however, ensure you leave around 1 inch (2 1/2cm) above each of the 4 sides of the box.. You can cover more boxes with any excess so you can have matching sets! :) 

Now you know your paper fits, you are ready to start cutting. 

Bring the paper up to the front of the box again and cut around 2cm's to 1" parallel to the sides. On this example (see picture), I am going to cut down the red line. Once you have made these 2 slits, fold the flap into the box and secure with your sticky tape. Repeat this on the opposite side.

Tip: Make sure the paper is pulled tight before sticking down the opposite side.

You should now just be left with a long flap. 

Fold in the corners of the paper to the center of the box, and then pull up the triangle you have made and stick. If the vertices end up being taller than the box, just fold them over :) .  

 Ta dah! Your box is now finished! Now fill it up with whatever you want. I'd love to see your creations, so post a picture on Instagram using the hashtag '#megsbox' so I can have a look :) .

I'd really appreciate any comments :)

Love from Meg Xxx

Welcome to my Blog!♥

(Please excuse my failure of attempting to write fancy)

Hellooo :)

I have wanted to start a blog for a while now, however it has always been one of those things that I have never been able to get round to. Today, whilst I had some free time, I decided that I will make one.

I really enjoy writing and giving advice, but I never fulfil this to a great extent. I thought that by writing a blog, I'd be able to do this.

I didn't want my first post to be the typical 'Welcome to my Blog', but it looks like this is what it is ;) .
I am hoping to post at least once a week about just general girly things really. Advice, 'How to...' 's, Reviews, Hauls, and then anything that gets requested or that I just have on my mind.

Sorry for the short post, they will get longer- I promise! :-P

I'd really appreciate any comments from anybody,

Love from Meg Xxx