Disney inspired Make up look 1: Tinkerbell

Hey there glitter pixie's!

True to form was having a browse on tinternet and couldn't resist doing a Disney inspired make up looks.

Ohhhh Yeah and to kick off my fav: Tinkerbell <3

How did I acheive this look, well I'll tell ya!

EYES:

I started off with a a primer, then a very white eye shadow from my Sleek Make up au natural pallete.

Which I did all around the eye right up to the brow bone.

I then used a dark olive green shade from the same pallete, for the crease and under my eyes.

I then lined my eyes with my normal every day collection 2000 liquid eyeliner in black making sure not to miss some pixie flix at the outer corners!

I also used Loreal infalible colour eyeshadow over the lids

I then lined my eyes  just above the black with the simply freakin awesome Urban Decay 247 water proof liquid liner, in Eldorado  (OH MY GAH this is thick pretty GOLD and longlasting) also putting it underneath my eyes, and right up to the tear duct.

I then lined my eyes underneath again with black liner and was careful to draw out a few lower lashes in the liner.

I then used a pencil for the inside water line in white using a white natural collection pencil.

Gives your eyes a bigger anime look!! ^^

Then wacked on loads of Mascara I used the elizabeth Arden lash extending mascara
FACE: (Use water foundation will give you a pale refreashing glow) I used concealer the collection 2000 variety underneath my eyes, and the simply freakin awesome Sleek make up Blush in rose gold. Oh it's a beauty and I did wack this on a fair bit. (Hey a pixie's gotta sparkle ya know!)

LIPS:

I lined my lips with a bubble gum pink lip liner pencil i belive its in the shade 12. Holy Mackeral, this is leterally a bit neon, but great for a Disney cute look. I then blended it with my shimmery gorgeousness lipstick by INGLOT in the shade 187

SO there you have it I hope Tink would be pleased.. And just a disclaimer I don't own any rights to the pictures of Tink they belong to Disney this is Disney INSPIRED ;)

If anyone wants to start a tag for this, and do your own I WANNNA SEE!

From Design to Reality Floristry

As a Florist I often find it's really important to personally design things for your client.

Particularly when working on a wedding the client will often want something visual they can see.

Sometimes people ask for a mock up of the design, which you would then make for them. Obviously due to workmanship this is not always possible with any kind of shower bouquet, but works well with a posy design

Having a background in illustration and the fact that you may not have an exact example of a  bouquet or arrangement that someone would like, I often design and draw images for clients.

I often find that people who quite often live abroad and are only visiting Cambridge again, to get married and may not be able to visit a florist inbetween, appreciate this.

 I also find as a florist it's nice to have an image to work from so you're not just designing as you go.

It's not always possible due to time but I like to provide people with this if I can, as it's part of my skill set also.

Here's an example of some of mine

                           Let me know if you would like to see more of my design sheets!

Great Christmas Finds

Hey guys!

Just a quick blog post to share with you some great Christmassy findz! Rather then wait till the end of the month, and squeeze everything into a monthly favourites post. I'd thought it best to share some now, so you can get your paws on some!

1. Check out this little beauty. Best Christmas jumper ever in my opinion can't wait to er..test it's little slogan either ;) hehe!
This is from Asda at about £14.00 I do believe!

2. These are finger less leather gloves I got from Boohoo.com, They're real leather with some lace detail on them.
These are great especially if you work in a cold environment and can't be bothered faffing about taking your gloves off all the freakin time, and then losing them, especially if you're me! I do feel when I wear these in the car, like I'm about to fly a plane or something, or in one of those old fashioned movies, 'Hang on Mi lady! I've got to put my driving gloves on!' LOLZ!

3. Ella Boots

Now I know I know what you're thinking, they are of a similar style to Uggs. But I can assure you due to the solid heel you want get that horrific saggy heel look.

These I think look so much better then Uggs anyway they're furry and have little pom poms on the side which kinda dangle along when you walk! I feel like Santa's helper when I wear them and they're very warm. I think you can wear them without socks if you wish, as they are all furry inside. I wear them with socks and they didn't make my feet overheat or anything!!
These ones are called Katrina Pom They won't break the bank either and are mainly available from what I've seen online, and prices tend to vary a bit!

4. Sparkly Handbag Tree decorations,
Now I couldn't very well walk past these and not buy them now could I?!
These are from B&M £1.49 for a pack of three! Give yer tree a lil'
glam makeover! They always sell out of these quite fast so get in there quick!

EEeek Christmas is coming..! Happy December 1st you guys!

Glittery Gold Nails

Feeling quite Christmassy, and as I've said before, love a bit 'o' sparkle.

I'm also quite impatient for things to dry, so if your pushed for time and want a quick glam look, I think this is a good option!

So as always make sure your nails are clean and filled ready to rock and roll.

I didn't apply a base coat simply because I used Nailsinc Kate spade nail varnish range in Uptown glamour, I've used it with a base coat before, and it was quite streaky and took much longer to dry.. without a base coat it has a much nicer Matt finish. No idea why..?

I have to say I've never really been overly impressed with Nails inc and having been to there salon in London and coming back with not the nicest manicure in the world, I was hoping to be proved wrong.
Needless to say for the look I'm going for this shade works well.
The great thing is it drys very quickly, but if wearing it by itself it does chip quite easily if you don't apply a top coat. (Jus sayin)

Next step  I was then ready to apply ORLY sparkly gold polish. If applying this without a base colour behind it, you'll get a clear varnish with a bit of a glitter effect.
With a base colour behind it you get a much more intense look and sparkle!

Then to finish the look I used Barry M 3 in 1 product Base coat, Top coat and Nail Hardener in one.

Really great for finishing off the look, and also so you don't get that grainy texture from glitter polish :)

I've seen some amazing nail designs of late snowflakes and all would love to see some of yours!

Bada Bling Bada Boom Bouquets

Now I know not everyone loves Bling! But I seem to have inherited a magpie gene. Where I'm drawn to anything with a bit of sparkle, and when customers ask for this sort of style I just love it.

I know it's not for your everyday, loves a country style bouquet sort of person. But I really like the thought of how can I surpass the last one (something you should always have in mind I'm aware of).

I love using different things normally you'd think of using for weddings, like organza the use of wired ribbon, wire garlands, diamante pins you name it :D.

Here are a few examples I've done all for different occasions

 

 

Would love to see anyone elses Blingy bouquet creations too!

Monthly Favourites November: Bouquets| Beauty

I thought it might be quite nice to do a monthly favourites post.

Be that some of my favourite bouquets that I have made this month, and also some products that I have been using and loving.

First Up Bouquets

1. Is a very simple shower bridal bouquet in different shades of pink. Effortless and really pretty really suited the bride.

2. Bright Autumn Hand Tied
This bouquet was for someone who was going for dinner and wanted something to take. The people they were visiting are originally from Hong Kong, and so I tried to use quite bright colours, using Leucaspurnum Spray Chrysanths and pink aqua Roses. Wrapped in a tisse paper collar which is of a similar style in that area of the world. Customer was very happy and said it really made an impact for her dinner.

3. I know pink again, but lot's of people have been asking for pink at the moment which is quite unusual for this time of year! This was for a special birthday, presented in a vase. I plaited palm leaves with ribbon to give an extra bit of sparkle, as well as a couple of small white feather butterfly's

Beauty Products

1. This is the Rimmel Apocolips, I guess it's a lip gloss but when it's applied it dries it's much more like a lipstick.

I've heard so many good things about these that I just had to try them. I wasn't dissapointed, absolutly gorgeous colour and lovely smell and taste to them, slightly fruity.

This is in 'Big Bang' which is a very bright, pillar box red. If you wanted a darker more berry shade then 'Around the world' is a good one to go for.

I would apply a bit of lip balm before you apply the product, I just find it gave me a bit of extra staying power.

They stay on your lips for ages and definately don't forget to blot before you head out as you get a lot of product on the end of the wand.
I'd also check out your local supermarkets that stock Rimmel as you may be able to get it for a bit cheaper ;)



2. This is a new brand I'd never heard of before INGLOT

http://www.inglotuk.com/

INGLOT is a Polish brand that is now worldwide.
Here's their website you can also buy their stuff online if you don't have a store near you!

They've recently opened a new store in Cambridge and I can't tell you I was literally in HEAVEN walking into there shop!
SOOO much choice and colour assortment shimmers gloss you name it. All beautiful creamy and long lasting.
The shade I went for is 187 and its like a shimmery corally gold pink.

I'm nver normally a neautrals girl, and normally just go with block colours. But this is just gorgeous perfect for night time if you really want to make up your eyes more, or daytime.

It's very glam, and well worth the money Can't wait to go back and try more of their products!


Anyway, I hope you enjojed my Monthly favourites for November!

A Christmas Tradition 'Tomte'

This blog post isn't flower related (sorry about that).

But A Tomte is a Christmas tradition which I just think is so cute.

Well what is a Tomte?

A Tomte is a mythical creature which is derived from Scandinavian folklore.

He is basically a little creature a bit like a gnome. With a red pionty hat a large white beard, dressed in farmer typle clothing, and he is there to protect the children and the home from misfortune.

He's normally quite small in appearance too..but different tales range in the height he is meant to be.

I just love the idea that a little creature is there to protect you, and ward off misfortune.

On christmas night you are supposed to give him a bowl of porridge to thank him for all he has done.

If you forget this little thank you, you can soon see you good luck reversed!

So if your anything like me, and have been eating large amounts of porridge in the morning don't forget to give some to your tomte!!

I thought these ones were very cute at husandhem.com http://www.husandhem.co.uk/the-festive-home/744-swedish-25-cm-bearded-tomte.html

I attempted to make one last year as a kind of door stop! Which didn't last sooo well due to my shoddy sewing haha!

If any of you have a good tutorial for making one I'd love to see!!