I recently did a scarf (posted on instagram, links above), other than being all kinds of crafting lazy that's all I've been working on.
Have a great day,
CraftinWife
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
MOTW/ OOTW (10)
Bummer!
This happened once before and they magically appeared the next day, if they turn up I'll edit this blog with the pics.
Have a great day,
CraftinWife
Monday, December 7, 2015
November Planner Pages
November 9th - Dec 4th.
Stickers by Sticko, & EK Success.
Stamps from Sweet Stamp Shop.
What more would you like to see with these planner blogs?
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
Stickers by Sticko, & EK Success.
Stamps from Sweet Stamp Shop.
 |
| Week in Progress. |
What more would you like to see with these planner blogs?
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Playing Catch Up, 6 blogs in 1.
I'll share in the Life Update, further down, but WOW has this last week or so been CRAZY! But first:
Recent Craft Haul(s):
All from Michaels post Halloween sale, except the 3 packs of 8x11in paper. Those are from Walmart.
Next up,
Beauty Faves & Fails:
Faves first~
Smashbox Eye Shadow Primer~ I bought mine from Birchbox in a smashbox sample set, with my points. This is the best eye primer I've used! Nothing budges with this primer, I've use it with "cheap" shadows, creams, etc. It all stays put all day.
LA Colors Chunky Lip Pencil~ (Various Colors) I was skeptical about these, especially since they were so cheap, but the colors are great and the formula is pretty good too. I got mine in a boxed set from Walmart. They are all very pigmented, and none of them was too drying. I did notice the more nude shades are a little dryer than the others, but nothing to severe.
Fails~
Harvey Prince, Sincerely~ This was one of my Birchbox samples in November. I can't stand the smell and was going to give it to my sister (she tends to like "old lady" perfumes) however I can't find it. I've been previously sent a different Harvey Prince fragrance (Hello) and that one was okay. I wish there was a way to completely opt out of getting perfume samples, but I've checked my profile to get them as infrequently as possible.
Now on to Product Review:
I feel I've been a member of Birchbox long enough to give a review on the service, so that's what I'm doing for this months product review.
As I've previously stated my Hubby and Mom got me a year subscription for my birthday and I received my first box in July. Birchbox focuses on skincare, hair care, and cosmetics, and is only $10 a month, which is why I chose this box out of all the others available.
So far I've received 25 samples, and made 2 purchases that were free with my Birchbox points.
There have only been 4 things I didn't love, 2 of which were fragrances (mentioned above in Faves and Fails). The other was due to the packaging issue with the Coola Setting Spray and lastly the body wash from this months box (Temple Spa La La Lagoon Aromatic Bath & Shower Gel) smells a bit "manly" for my liking.
If you are thinking about joining Birchbox please use my link:
(If you sub before Dec 9th your first box is only $5.)
https://www.birchbox.com/invite/lg6mw
MOTW/OOTW
My sister and I spent a weekend going through our makeup, and she challenged me to use this long forgot about eye shadow monster palette for a week, so this is featured in my look everyday from the 16th-22nd even if it's not pictured. (Made by Markwins Cosmetics and called an Eye Pad, however I'm sure it's no longer available.)
All clothing except the Monsters Inc Disney World shirt is from WalMart. If you have any questions about a product just ask in the comments below and I will answer it ASAP.
NOVEMBER LIFE UPDATE:
The begining of the month we did a deep cleaning downstairs and in the basement, got all the Halloween decor put up and got out the Thanksgiving items.
That first weekend we did a little Christmas shopping and had a Left 4 Dead gaming marathon.
The 14th we went out to my sisters and we went through her make up (where I scored 3 new eye shadow palettes).
On the 15th we had family dinner at Mom's and went through my makeup (long over due). Everyone went home with something, and a few things needed thrown out.
That Monday Chris was feeling a little ill, and we figured he had a cold, by Saturday he was puking ill and on the 24th was admitted to the hospital (we had went to Urgent Care/Dr, but they sent us to the ER (after waiting 2hrs)) He was diagnosed with a severe case of pneumonia and finally released the 25th at 715pm.
Thanksgiving we went to my Mom's, did a little Black Friday Shopping online and talked to Chris' Mom on the phone. By Friday Chris was feeling much much better and we went grocery shopping and did a little Christmas shopping.
Saturday we put up the Christmas tree, then just made the rest of the day a lazy day~ watched Christmas specials and played games.
Chris has to go back to work Sunday night so we didn't do the outdoor Christmas decor, and now it's done nothing but rain since Sunday afternoon (it's now Tuesday).
Monday was a yucky day weather wise and it marked the 1 yr anniversary of my Dad's passing, just a crappy day all around.
Hopefully December brings brighter days!!
Lastly, Blog Schedule.
I'm liking this format and content, maybe a few bonus blogs in December too. Other than that it's going to stay the same as previous months.
Is there anything else you'd like to see?? I'm thinking of adding a hair style how to/product blog once a month, what do you think?
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
Next blog is Planner Update on Friday!
Recent Craft Haul(s):
Next up,
Beauty Faves & Fails:
Faves first~
Smashbox Eye Shadow Primer~ I bought mine from Birchbox in a smashbox sample set, with my points. This is the best eye primer I've used! Nothing budges with this primer, I've use it with "cheap" shadows, creams, etc. It all stays put all day.
LA Colors Chunky Lip Pencil~ (Various Colors) I was skeptical about these, especially since they were so cheap, but the colors are great and the formula is pretty good too. I got mine in a boxed set from Walmart. They are all very pigmented, and none of them was too drying. I did notice the more nude shades are a little dryer than the others, but nothing to severe.
Fails~
Harvey Prince, Sincerely~ This was one of my Birchbox samples in November. I can't stand the smell and was going to give it to my sister (she tends to like "old lady" perfumes) however I can't find it. I've been previously sent a different Harvey Prince fragrance (Hello) and that one was okay. I wish there was a way to completely opt out of getting perfume samples, but I've checked my profile to get them as infrequently as possible.
Now on to Product Review:
I feel I've been a member of Birchbox long enough to give a review on the service, so that's what I'm doing for this months product review.
As I've previously stated my Hubby and Mom got me a year subscription for my birthday and I received my first box in July. Birchbox focuses on skincare, hair care, and cosmetics, and is only $10 a month, which is why I chose this box out of all the others available.
So far I've received 25 samples, and made 2 purchases that were free with my Birchbox points.
There have only been 4 things I didn't love, 2 of which were fragrances (mentioned above in Faves and Fails). The other was due to the packaging issue with the Coola Setting Spray and lastly the body wash from this months box (Temple Spa La La Lagoon Aromatic Bath & Shower Gel) smells a bit "manly" for my liking.
If you are thinking about joining Birchbox please use my link:
(If you sub before Dec 9th your first box is only $5.)
https://www.birchbox.com/invite/lg6mw
MOTW/OOTW
NOVEMBER LIFE UPDATE:
The begining of the month we did a deep cleaning downstairs and in the basement, got all the Halloween decor put up and got out the Thanksgiving items.
That first weekend we did a little Christmas shopping and had a Left 4 Dead gaming marathon.
The 14th we went out to my sisters and we went through her make up (where I scored 3 new eye shadow palettes).
On the 15th we had family dinner at Mom's and went through my makeup (long over due). Everyone went home with something, and a few things needed thrown out.
That Monday Chris was feeling a little ill, and we figured he had a cold, by Saturday he was puking ill and on the 24th was admitted to the hospital (we had went to Urgent Care/Dr, but they sent us to the ER (after waiting 2hrs)) He was diagnosed with a severe case of pneumonia and finally released the 25th at 715pm.
Thanksgiving we went to my Mom's, did a little Black Friday Shopping online and talked to Chris' Mom on the phone. By Friday Chris was feeling much much better and we went grocery shopping and did a little Christmas shopping.
Saturday we put up the Christmas tree, then just made the rest of the day a lazy day~ watched Christmas specials and played games.
Chris has to go back to work Sunday night so we didn't do the outdoor Christmas decor, and now it's done nothing but rain since Sunday afternoon (it's now Tuesday).
Monday was a yucky day weather wise and it marked the 1 yr anniversary of my Dad's passing, just a crappy day all around.
Hopefully December brings brighter days!!
Lastly, Blog Schedule.
I'm liking this format and content, maybe a few bonus blogs in December too. Other than that it's going to stay the same as previous months.
Is there anything else you'd like to see?? I'm thinking of adding a hair style how to/product blog once a month, what do you think?
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
Next blog is Planner Update on Friday!
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Recent Beauty Hauls
My sister and I recently got together and did another makeup clean out/ swap.
This was my haul from that! (I already have the Nudes.)
*Necklace in pic not part of haul, from Walmart (2014).
I haven't used the Smokes or Brights yet (See Challenge mentioned in previous blog) but I really like the Blushed Nudes and I think it may be better quality than the regular Nude palette.
From what I can find the Brights nor the Smokes are avalible currently, but here's the link to maybelline current shadows:
http://www.maybelline.com/Products/Eye-Makeup/Eye-Shadow.aspx
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
MOTW/ OOTW 8
Most all of these products (and clothes) have been mentioned and linked before, however if you have any questions ask in the comment section below and I'll answer ASAP!
I didn't do much this past week, here's my looks:
The Blushed Nudes Palette is new!
November 16th eye shadow palette (by Markwins Cosmetics) is something that's been in my collection for quite a while, but I never reach for it. My sister challenged me to use everyday for the upcoming week.
I'll share more about this next week!
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
I didn't do much this past week, here's my looks:
 |
| PJ top Walmart (2014) |
 |
| Top Walmart (2015) |
I'll share more about this next week!
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
Monday, November 16, 2015
October Empties
I didn't have many empties this time around either!
1) Almay Oil Free Gentle Makeup Remover~ I had an Almay makeup remover prior to this, that my sister had given me. I don't know if it was a different one or they changed formulas since then but it did a better job. I purchased mine at Walmart In August, simply because I needed a makeup remover and this was all my local Walmart carried. It does the job about 80% of the time, but generally has an issue removing eyeliner and takes a bit of work. I accidentally got this in my eye twice and it burns like nothing I've ever felt before! I have switched makeup remover products and don't plan to repurchase this.
2) Beauty Protector Protect & Detangle~ I got this sample in my August Birchbox and it was finally empty on Halloween (awesome for a sample), and I generally used it 2 -3 times a week. I'm sad it's empty since I just spent my BB Points on the Smashbox kit. I've got a different detangler I'm using currently, but nothing has compared to this. I will repurchase when I get enough points!!
3) Wet 'n Wild Mega Volume Mascara~ finally used most of this up, but now it's getting dry and time to toss. For a long time this was my favorite mascara. Because of Birchbox I'm trying out several different ones but I think my current favorite is from Stila. I don't think I'll run out of mascara anytime in the near future, but I would definitely repurchase this (especially at only $3).
Have a great day!
~CraftinWife
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)