Last Friday Favourites- May

G'day!
having a good day? I hope so.
So, as you would know, today is not Friday, nor getting close to the end of the month and it isn't May. However, I have been so busy lately and have not been able to post and one regular post I have missed is the May edition of Last Friday Favourits. So I am doing it today, now lets get started.

1st of all: This month I was given a brush set by a friend and am in LOVE with them. I swear the blush brush is the softest I have ever used. This pack is called the Ecotools Brush starter kit, though I do already have brushes these are amazing. It comes with a blush ( I have been wanting a new one desperately and almost bought the day before, lucky I didn't), concealer, eye shadow and angled liner brushes as well as a brow and lash comb. It even labes them on the bottom so if you are a beginner you don't get mixed up.

The handle is made out of recycled material such as bamboo, metal, etc. and it all comes in a small and convenient 2 section cosmetic pouch. I would easily recommend them to any beginner or experienced with makeup person  as they are good quality, soft, conveniently labelled, comes with a cute storage pouch and include the basic first needed brushes.
Thank you so much my friend.

2nd. Music of the month would be London Lights by With Confidence, a small Aussie band I discovered on YouTube just before this song came out (which was in April). I was listening to this swong all through May.
Also, See You Again by Wiz Khalifa, feat. Charlie Puth. I would be surprised if you haven't heard this song.

3, OMG I have discovered this brand called Nspa and love it so much. I have purchased the coconut scrub and next on my list is the peach body wash.

4. I LOVE tea and recently I have found Chamomile and spiced Apple. It is an amazing relaxing tea, especially when it has been a long day. It is a sweeter tea and depending on how I am feeling sometimes a little honey is great.

5 To go with this great tea, I recently bought this cool mug, look at it. Isn't it cute and funny! It is from Target if you were wondering.

So that's it guys, hope you enjoyed it. If you have or want to get any of these products let me know in the comments below.

I am also startting an Instagram account to share pics and updates easily and a Pinterest account, visit this LINK for instagram and this LINK for Pinterest ? 

I almost forgot, I have some news...

Next week I am going on a trip, so yes that does mean I won't be able to post here but I will try to post on my new social medias.
Finally, I have 225 followers on Bloglovin'. Thank you so much everyone, it really means a lot!

Have a lovely day/night!

Mads =)

Laughing, Minions & Mums

HELLO ALL, 
How is everyone today? I hope your answer is 'Good!'
Guess what? I have 162 followers on Bloglovin'!!!
I can't believe that there are 160 people who are finding my random posts interesting in some way, it really means a lot and I certainly wasn't expecting it. THANK YOU.
If you aren't and would like to follow me, click this Link, or find my Eiffel Tower widget doobalacky in the side bar for another link :)

So onto this week's topic: Laughing, Minions and Mums.

As many of you would know, last Sunday was a special day for all of those wonderful ladies who have children. It was Mother Day! So, happy Mother's Day Mum. 

I was at the Queen Vic Markets and there were these gorgeous flowers in these little pots covering a table and I thought 'Wow, these are gorgeous!', turns out they were all soap carved into flowers so they smelt good too. I ended up deciding to get an orchid for my mother. 

After mother's day this week my family and I went to a presentation and it was just quieting down, about to start and stupidly before that my mum and I were cracking terrible jokes, like the worst ever... Anyway, just before it went completely silent I made the absolute worst joke out there that was so bad it was funny, actually hilarious. I don't even remember what it was now, but we couldn't forget it throughout the whole presentation. We laughed, then giggled, and you know how you try not to laugh when you really need to, so it gets louder and more funny? Well that happened, we started quietly laughing at each other trying not to laugh. It resulted in us apologising and after that we calmed down. I am so sorry for the other people there and the speaker, I felt so bad once we calmed down; we did get through the whole presentation though without leaving. 

The next day I came home and I had these...

That is correct. The cutest little Tic Tacs you have ever seen. Minions, I have the Kevin box. I think that these are everywhere but just in case , Tic Tacs are mints. Actually, these limited edition ones go with the minion theme and  taste like banana lollies. Did anyone else know that these where out there? I didn't. Look, they even have clothes and faces. Awesome. Beware though, do not chew them, unless, you really like strong lolly flavours. 
Has anyone else tried them? let me know what you think of this limited edition cuteness.

I hope you all have an amazing day/night.

TTFN

Mads =)

Attempting Marshmallow Bar Things...

Hi, how are you all?
Today I had some marshmallows in my cupboard and I was like hmmmm... I saw a fun looking rice bubble bar with this stuff on the internet, and therefore decided I would make some.
however I didn't really think through it as well as I should have.

This was the end result.

This is a very informal and not the most accurate recipe so I warn you if you ever decide to follow, I think I was just lucky. Do feel welcome to learn from my mistakes while making this though.
Equipment and Ingredients:

•  marshmallows
• Rice Bubbles 
• A Saucepan
• A medium Bowl
• A Spatula
• A tray
• Baking Paper

First of all I placed my marshmallows into the saucepan, put that on the stove on medium heat to melt.

Second I grabbed out my rice bubbles. It turns out I currently dont have any rice bubbles...                So cornflakes and musile it was!

In a bowl I placed some cornflakes for my first batch ( notice how I also didn't measure anything? yeah, I was winging it and that was a stupid mistake) then checked back on my marshmallows. 

The marshmallows seriously had done nothing, they were in perfect shape. I stired it a littles and they just bounced around instead of melting. Out of inpatients I turned the heat up and set up my tray.

To set up my tray I Just sprayed it so the  baking paper would stick and then lined it with the baking paper. Done. or so I thought.

When I checked the the marshmallow this time they had started to melt and when I mixed it, It looked weird. Lumps, stringy sugar bits, pink and white sticky slime.

 I don't know but it didn't seem melted so I just left it to melt by itself a little longer.

I came back to a slight sweet toasting smell, which reminded me of camping, so it was okay until I realised it was my precious marshmallows. The bottom wasn't burnt but browned. I decided it was time to pour it into my cornflakes (again not measuring). 

It is the hardest thing to mix, it just makes a mess and then takes ages to coat everything. Then it goes into a huge clump and sticks to the side of the bowl and the spatula. So frustrating.

Eventually I put it in the pan but it wasn't very much so it took up about half the space. Trying t spread it was a nightmare, I found using your hands heaps easier, you just have to wet themn a little first otherwise it will stick to your hands too.

I then sprinkled some sprinkles on top because they are amazing and then put it in the fridge.

For my second batch I used some musile and chocolate chips, using my great instincts ( not) I just put random amounts in. Then the marshmallow, stirred, put in tray, sprinkles and fridge. What I wasn't expecting was my mixture to go a dark brown weird colour thanks to my chocolate chips because they were meant to be baking chips that hold their shape. Disappointment.

I had some marshmallow left, so I decided to make some more cornflake ones, these had a much larger marshmallow to cornflake ratio and was harder to work with because the marshmallows where cooling. 

Too make troubles worse I was reminded that the baking paper didn't work very well and the bars were sticking to it so I took them off and sprayed a new piece of paper then put them back on.

To finish put them on a chopping board with a knife dusted in icing sugar so they didn't stick and cut the edges off because they weren't the best looking. I even cut out some love hearts with cookie cutters (with great difficulty)  because they were cute. In the end they didn't turn out as bad as I had expected, they are very sweet of course but I suggest you have a go. 

It turns out I ended up using: A saucepan

• A spatula
• A bag of marshmallows
• An unknown amount of cornflakes
• An unknown amount of musile 
• Some chocolate, not so shape holding, chips
• A chopping board
• A bowl
• Sprinkles
• A cookie cutter'
• Icing sugar
• Chopping board and knife.
• Baking paper
• Spray oil

So the moral of the story I guess is to research and maybe make a plan before hand, however they didn't turn out that bad.  

Hope you enjoyed and if you have ever made these or want to, let me know in the comments below.

TTFN

Mads =)

Last Friday Favourites, April!

HELLO!!!
first of all, long time no post. I am so sorry. I have an excuse, don't worry; you ready to read it... My computer broke... It actually did, I was freaking out because I was like oh no, my assignment is due in two days! Legit was so scared. Yes, I probably could have done it on my phone, however, that takes a lot  strugglig and effort; usually resulting in little result and a lot of frustration and anger. Anyhow, the computer is now in good enough condition to complete Last Friday Favourites! April edition! yay.

This month includes:

This gorgeous and amazing Leather Fitted Jacket from the QV Markets actually. It was an investment but its getting a little cool ( I'm cold) and I have been wanting a new one for so long now. Lets just say my old one has been worn One too many times.


SECOND: My most recent beauty purchase would be my Revlon, Colour Stay, Browmaker; in the #02 Light Brown. I am actually quite impressed with this product, it is really easy to use and has good results so far. which I did mention in my Liebster Award #2 Post, check it out if you missed it.

Also in beauty my, Baby Lips. I know it is quite old and I have had them before but I am going back to keeping it in my handbag to take with me everywhere.It is easy to apply, moistrises, SPF, tints and smells good. My latest is the ..., I am not a huge fan of the orange scent in this (never a huge fan of orange and should have paid more attention to the fact it was) but the colour isn't overly powerful, my lips go a cute peach colour.

I hope  everyone is enjoying the new Future Hearts album, by All Time Low, released on the 7th of this month. I am pretty in love with it. Especially 'Kids In the Dark','Dancing With A Wolf' and 'The Edge of Tonight'.

So, I have recently discovered this amazing invention called Instant Nail Polish Dry, by Natural Look Australia. It is a spray which instantly dries the surface of you nail polish, moisturises nails, cuticles and skin with vitamin E. This is particularly fantasticly amazing for me as I somehow stuff up my nails just by breathing; I legit will not (that I ever remember) touch anything and my nails will stuff up. Usually.  

Another nail product to help with my clumsiness is the Cutex Quick Dry Top Coat- Rapid Colour Lock. 60 seconds and BAM, dry. Its very helpful but even then I may still need some spray. I know, that's bad...  

So that is all for this post I think, I hope you enjoyed!

Doesn't my background of the photos look like weird, soft, fluffy grass?

Do you have any of these items? let me know what you think about them in the comments :)

Have a lovely day/night

TTFN

Mads =)

Liebster Award #2

Hey Guys,
How you all doing? As you may have noticed by looking at the title, I have been nominated by two great blogs, Brittany and Ella to do the Liebster Award. Yes that is correct, two people have nominated me, thankyou so much the both of you! 
Now because both blogs nominated me I am going to just combine them in to one big one =)

The rules for this are as follows:

1. Link back to the person who nominated you
2. List 11 fun facts about yourself
3. Answer 11 questions that the person who nominated you gave
4. Nominated 11 bloggers (or blogs) who have under 200 followers and give them 11 questions of your choice to answer.
5. Notify your nominees by leaving a comment on their blog with a link back to your post.

Now because both blogs nominated me I am going to just combine them in to one big one =) and instead of writing 11 fun facts about me, just answer both sets of questions. 

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My questions from Brittany are:

1. If you could only shop in one store for clothing, where would it be?

I was going to say Myers or something because they supply everything but then realised I can't afford anything there, so... Probably Target or Cotton On because they both have a variety of all clothing types and usually up to date with the styles they supply.

2. What is your most recent beauty purchase?

My most recent beauty purchase would be my Revlon, Colour Stay, Browmaker; in the #02 Light Brown. I am actually quite impressed with this product, it is really easy to use and has good results so far.

3. What is your all time favourite lip product? 

Currently me Baby Lips, Lip Balm. It is just amazing; it adds a little colour, moistriser, SPF, and feels great.

4. If you could live in any city in the world, which one would it be?

I am currently thinking Melbourne, NYC or somewhere else. 

5. What is on the top of your current beauty wishlist?

I am currently in the market for a new mascara, I of course have heard many recommendations and reviews online about many different brands and stuff  but this has just given me so many more options and is making it harder to choose. 
so if you have any recommendations or preferences, let me know in the comments below. PLEASE. I know it shouldn't be this hard but I can't decide.

6. What is on the top of your current fashion wishlist?

I am looking for an affordable pair of cute heels. A pair that can be easily matched and paired with most things.

7. How would you describe your style?

My style can range from being a fairy princess to light grunge (black skinny jeans and band tee's) and hobo depending on what I feel like that day and whats appropriate for the particular occasion.

8. What is your all time favourite perfume?

I am in love with the perfume 'With Love' by hilary duff and 'Soft Musk' from Avon (this actually came in the shape of a Christmas tree and with a same scented hand cream).
Both are quite sweet scented but I really like them.

9. What is the one piece of advice you would give to your younger self?

I would tell myself to take advantage of nap time in kindergarten; don't resist a rest               ( hahahahahahaha, get it? oh my, I just started laughing and people were looking at me like 'what is wrong with her') 
Also, rock that pretty pink raincoat you have, it is totally adorable, everyone will be jealous and if you don't your future self is going to be so annoyed with you.

10. Where is your favourite place to eat out?

Macca's: it is in my budget and I can get a happy meal because there isn't an age limit in the description saying if you are older than 12 you need to get an expensive adult meal.
Either that or this cute Thai place in the city, sorry I cant remember what it is called but it is traditional and stuff, I think, so you can sit on the floor with these special cushions that are designed to be like table chairs. It's so cool. The food is pretty good too, don't go on Sundays though, they are closed then; I found out the hard way.

11. What are your plans for Summer 2015?  

Sleep, Friends, Movies, Beach, Bowling, Cool photos and Books. If I can afford it, maybe some travel too.

My questioons from Ella are:

1.What made you want to start a blog?

Mostly just something to do, get my thoughts out there and talk about makeup and fashion, travel and basically what ever I feel like. I just thought it would be fun, it has also gotten me into reading more blogs then I used to and I think it is great.

2.What is your best memory from childhood?

Probably camping with my family.

3.What is your favourite snack?

Chocolate because it is amazing or apple and peanut butter, it is not as weird as you might origianally think; I saw it pinterest and some other blogs and thought 'hey, lots of people are suggesting it, how bad can it be?' so I tried it and it is really nice I think.

4.What could you not live without?

My fam. Easily. Yeah you may say its cheesy and typical but honestly is, I don't know what I would do without them.

5.Where would you most like to travel to? 

Probably North America... and most other places I could go. I would really like to do some volunteer work somewhere but don't know where yet.

6.Favourite band/musician and your favourite song of theirs?

That question is basically impossible for me to answer, I love ATL, almost all music (almost) ranging from SWS & ATL to Ed Sheeran & 5sos . Yes, yes I even like 1D.

7.What is one thing you are looking forward to?

I am really lookign forward to my future travels to a city I will anounce at a later date to watch a 5sos concert. =)

8.How would you describe your style?

Please refer to question 7 asked by Brittany

9.What is your favourite book?

The Divergent series is probably my favourite to date, it has been a long time since I have read it but just can't find one that tops it yet. Any suggestions I should give a go? let me know.

10.Who is your idol and what would you say to them if you could meet them?

Honestly, there are so many people I idolise, listing them would take a long, long time.

But currently in my life, right now, my parents. They are a huge part of my life and I couldnt imagine a better person to be in their places . lucky for me, I get to speak with them every day, usually.

My questions to nominees:

1. How would you describe your style?
2. If you could go anywhere tomorrow, where would you instantly go?
3. If you could be a food, what food would you be?
4. Favourite beauty product at the moment?
5. Favourite Song or Album at the moment?
6. Books or Movies? I f so, which one specifically?
7. What fashion item is at the top of your wish list?
8. Who in the world do you wish you could meet?
9. Favourite Food?
10. What advice would you give your younger self?
11. Why did you start Blogging?

And I Nominate:

• Vanessa - Meili Journey

• Samantha N

• Hannah - Blog About Hanney

• Becca - Sassy Ellette

• Kristie - Gold Standard Workshop

• Channing - Echanning

• Jessica - The Giggly Blogger

• Jess - Indecisivejess

• \Chloe - Candidly Chloe

• Kirsty Jennifer

• Georgia Megan - White Shirt Chic

Let me know when you have posted your award in the comments,

 Hope to hear from you all soon!

Have an awesome day/night,

TTFN

MAds =)

An Eggcellent Easter

Good day Everyone,

Today is EASTER! I hope you are all having a eggcellent day so far (see what I did there?); filled with  chocolates, egg hunts and bunny rabbits. Also to those who are religious and see this as a day not only about chocolate but why we have this day to begin with, have a lovely day :)

Today, I was lucky enough to wake up with a huge surprise on my bed side table, know what it was? 

A HUGE KINDER SURPRISE!!! That is correct, I opened my eyes to see the most glorious of all chocolate eggs in giant size, waiting to be opened by mwa. Before I opened it I said good morning to the family. You know that amazing feeling you get when you walk into a kitchen with the smell of things baking in the oven, specifically cakes is lingering? Well, I was fortunate enough my mum had decided to make some fruit loaf and hot-cross buns this morning. Great start to the day. 

To be completely honest, yes, I did eat my  chocolate egg for breakfast.  There was no hesitation in ripping into this huge pile of joy; partially to eat it and partially to get to the toy.

 It is an amazing toy may I just say. I got a cute little Tazzy Devil which catapults these little leaf discs into a hippopotamus' mouth; while they stand in a cardboard waterhole/savanna thing! How cool is That?!?
 No joke, look at these pics for proof:

I bet you wish you had a cute little Tazzy Devil which catapults these little leaf discs into a hippopotamus' mouth; while they stand in a cardboard waterhole/savanna thing!

Just joking.

I hope you all have a fantastic day/night!

 How did you celebrate Easter? Let me know in the comments below :)

TTFN

Mads =)

Aria Argan Gold Review

G'day,
How is everyone? Today I thought I might do my first product review, so I guess we will see how we go...

Recently I received the Aria Argan Gold Gift pack from my Nans and I am kind of in love with the products included. There is a 240ml Bottle of Shampoo, 240ml bottle of conditioner and a 15ml Oil Treatment. I am pretty sure that Argan is Argon; so if anyone thinks I am just messing it up, I swear that is what it is called and how it is written on the bottles.

Lately there has been so much talk on Argon oil and the benefits it has on your hair, I have been excited to get some to give a go. However, I personally have seen some crazily priced items so this is a fantastic gift; thank you Nans! As this was a gift I am not sure exactly how much it costs but I am thinking it probably wasn't $5.

The shampoo and conditioner is designed for Damaged, Dry - Frizzy, Straitened or Hair Extensions; it contains vitamins and some anti-oxidants to re-hydrate and help repair hair. It is a real help for me, my hair has been in some trouble lately, dry and frizzy but this has made it much easier to control and really smooth.
It smells fantastic; like, so good. Your hair stays smelling great for days,

The Oil is just as good when it comes to smell (which I think really matters). It is absorbed by the hair really quickly to reduce frizz, to hydrate the hair and protect hair from environments. your hair becomes smooth silky and shiny and then you can just style it as usual. It can be used as a treatment  if you apply and message in, then leave an hour and wash it out with shampoo and conditioner. Or it can also be used as a body moistriser! All you need to do is warm in hands and then rub it in. I think that's pretty cool.

the Packaging is cute and simple, there are different designs depending on the hair type; for example mine is for medium-thick hair and my relative got a thin hair package which looked different but smelt just as good. There is a cute gold bow in the corner so give it as a gift.

Over all it is totally cute and I think it is pretty good =)

It  does all that it specifies and my hair is doing great. All of the info is on the packaging and they have a website if you are curious, which I actually need to check out. 

Hope you enjoyed this and if you like it or would like me to do another just let me know in the comments below. 

Thanks a lot, have a great day or night.

Also, have a Happy Easter, may your morning be filled with chocolates and egg hunting!

TTFN

Mads =)