Teens, Toddlers & Tantrums

Hey Lovelies! This goes along with what I said in my previous  post  about how we don't have enough time. Well, I'm going to be doing a quick simple make up look in 7 MINUTES. This is totally doable every morning, right? Lets see if I can actually do my makeup in 7 minutes.  No, this video isn't rehearsed.  TIPS: Pick out your makeup the night before and lay it out so you can use the whole 7  minutes putting it on. Pick your clothes out the night before too so you can coordinate your makeup with your clothes.  I mean, if you do that like I do.  As you can see, if you just want a quick simple look, it is possible to do it in 7 minutes. You can find here, the  Mermaid Makeup Brushes  I was using. The brush I was using works really well for blending!!

I'm sure all you other bloggers can totally relate to this 100%. When I go to my computer to blog, sometimes I am struck with major writers block. I'll sit there for an hour just thinking what to blog about. Some days are great, and I am just bursting with ideas, and other days I got absolutely nothing. This had lead to inconsistency when it comes to my blog, which we bloggers know is not a good thing. Here's some tips to help avoid writers block. Write Them All Down On your good days where you are just exploding with ideas, write them all down with the incentive of writing all of these blogs for the week. Seriously, this helps. I have to do it. Write even the words you think of that pertain to a topic that you want to write, down in your notebook. Read Other Blogs I'm not saying go and steal someone's ideas, but reading other blogs has given me ideas for topics related to the posts I've read. It also helps you to expand your content ideas. It...

Raising a family and being a part of society can be overwhelming if not managed right. The same with depression. Many mom's, working or SAHM's can easily become stressed out from the constant running, running, they are always doing whether it is work, housework, feedings, appointments of just chasing your hurricane toddlers around. If you don't manage your stress accordingly, it can lead to depression. To find out how I've maintained my stress during my crazy days, you must ready on. Have fun instead If you are feeling beyond overwhelmed about all the dishes or housework you need to do and are just dreading it, put it off. Seriously. Go play a game or color with your kids, have fun with them. This will lower your stress level and make your kids happy. So by the time you do those dishes, you'll be calmed down and your kids will be too. Another way is to listen to music while working around the house. Always works for me. Find a hobby Doing something outsi...

Raising a family is one of the toughest jobs ever. I know I've had many days where I found myself overwhelmed and just defeated. Meltdowns and tantrums plus all the other things that need to be done would overwhelm anyone. In order to avoid losing your marbles in these situations, you must read on. Take Plenty Of Breaks. Taking plenty of breaks is important, don't run yourself to the ground. Perhaps you could spend your break watching a funny video , reading short stories or articles or even just walk around your backyard for some fresh air. This will help you to better manage your stress so you don't feel so vanquished. Give Yourself Something To Look Forward To. If what's getting you through your tough day is YOU time after the kids go to bed, then go big. Take a bubble bath with your favorite beverage or do a full spa; bath, facials manicure and relax in bed, the whole nine yards. You deserve it. Have Some Fun. If you need a quick laugh, I suggest...

  Baby Skirt! Unfortunately I did not take photos during the making of this skirt but it's pretty easy to understand how to make without pictures (If you have basic sewing skills that is). What you'll need: A yard of any fabric you want your skirt to be made from(You don't really even need that much) 1'' Elastic  Measuring tape Sewing machine of course scissors Measurements: Measure your baby's waist with measuring tape  Elastic will be the same as waist measurement The length of the skirt will be half the size of the waist measurement The Width of the skirt is going to be doubled (or tripled if you want it it extra ruffly) the waist size.  Lets say your baby's waist measured 18''. That means your elastic will be the same length, the length of the skirt will be half that which is 9'' and the width of the skirt will be doubled (or tripled) which will be 36''.   These are Averie's measurements.  ...

So I decided to do a DIY post; I remembered that I can sew so why not. What I am going to be making is really easy, if you have a sewing machine that is.  I really don't suggest hand sewing this. LOL ~Zippered makeup bag~ Super easy and cute. These always come in handy. I use them for the random little stuff that usually end up at the bottom of my purse.  [ I suggest ironing your fabric before you cut them which as you can see, I did not. Too lazy and I had my kid next to me .] Step one: Materials -2 different colored fabrics -5x7 rectangle pattern or any dimensions you choose  -Zipper the same length as the width of your pattern -Coordinating thread -Sewing Machine -Pins -Scissors Step two: -Pin the pattern to each fabric and cut 2 pieces of each Step 3: -Place outer fabric down, pretty side up -Place the zipper down, good side down on top of fabric -Then place the inner piece of fabric, pretty side d...