DIY Christmas; Button Tree's

Christmas is almost here& I always love making some of my presents rather than just buying them all. Last year I made teacup candles and fabric hangers but I thought I'd go for something a little more Christmas themed this year. I spotted these cute button tree's on pinterest. Pinterest is really good place for DIY Christmas ideas, or just and DIY idea's at all, I'm currently hooked on re-pinning things. Anyway I thought they'd be a cute present for my nan's, plus they can always use the pins&buttons too.

You will need;

- polyester cone (e-bay or craft shops)

- selection of buttons

- pin (with a plastic head on are best as they hold the pin)

I don't think I really need to do step by step instructions just as it literally is as easy as it looks.

Place the button where you want it& push the pin through the hole to keep the button in place.

Two cones took me about an hour so it's pretty quick to.

I've seen all kinds of shapes not just tree's, button baubles are really cute.

Sorry I haven't posted in such a long time but I do have a few Christmas DIY posts lined up& will be back properly once I finish uni for the Christmas break, Hope you're all well! 

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OOTD; Pastel's and PVC

coat | topshop | £90

shirt | vintage

white PVC skirt | asos sale | £15.00

socks | jazzyjeffsjunk

boots | river island | £45.00

I don't usually stick to trends with my clothes but this month I feel a asif I've gone truly pastel crazy, I think they are such a nice way to brighten up winter look's, I'm just not ready for top to toe black just yet..

Another trend is the whole high shine/pvc skirts, I spotted this white one in the asos sale, I think it's a nice subtle way of wearing high shine, although I do feel like a can't sit down probably (and slightly like a walking version of those 90's plastic table covers), other than feeling like that I love it.

Sticking with the pastel theme again, I wore all this with these cute floral socks that I got in my Jazzy Jeff goodie bag, they are originally Mary Quant, the queen of socks it seems. I think they are the most perfect socks and I'm so glad I own a pair now, thank you JJJ!  

Hope you're all well.

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OOTD; Perfect Paisley

paisley top | jazzy jeff's junk (vintage) 

skirt | american apparel (old)

bag | jazzy jeff's (vintage)

A few weeks ago on twitter I saw about Jazzy Jeffs Junk looking to team up with bloggers, I'm a big lover of vintage clothes so instantly jumped at the chance to help. After a quick e-mail I received the most amazing goodie bag full of vintage bits including this beautiful top&bag as well as some retro earring's, amazing floral socks (will share in my next outfit post), sweeties& a postcard with a very handsome Johnny Depp on, I mean what more could you wish for than vintage treats& Johnny Depp to come through your letterbox?

I love the pattern of the top, as its quite a colourful take on paisley as well as the neckline that add's a nice detail without over doing it, meaning you could wear it casual or really do it up. I'm really impressed at the high quality of all my garments, thinking they are vintage after all, not a single moth hole in sight!

As well as great quality Jazzy Jeffs Junk is really well priced, none of the extra zero's added after the word vintage, which is great as you never really find vintage that is lovely aswell as good prices. I'm already eyeing up what I can buy, I think my dad may be opening a vintage shirt for Christmas after looking at Jazzy Jeff's menswear to. 

If you fancy taking a peek for yourself you can find them here: 

facebook | Jazzy Jeffs Junk

twitter | Jazzy Jeffs VTG

instagram | @JAZZYJEFFSVINTAGE

tumblr | JazzyJeffsJunk

Hope you're all well& Enjoying this rainy weekend.

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Unlikely Icons; Quick Halloween Costumes

Today I thought I'd share a few quick Halloween idea's that you could create from things you already own just in time for Thursday. None of the looks I've created are particularly scary as I think creating a skeleton or witch look is quite easy to do, plus a bit boring dare I say it.

Frida Kahlo

First up, I thought of the amazing Frida Kahlo, when else could you draw on a monobrow or moustache and still look amazing? All you really need is a flower crown and a mix match of brightly coloured/patterned clothes. As well as the bold patterns, add some statement earrings and a milk maid hair do, then you'll be good to go.  Frida is all about clashing prints so don't worry if you look as if you've just threw on anything you own, It will probably look better that way.

Crazy Cat Lady

Unfortunately I don't think I'm going out for Halloween but if I was, crazy cat lady would be my number one choice for sure. All you'd need is a old nighty and a few cat toys, just stitch or staple them on to prove your crazy cat lady love. Either a grey wig or the cheap choice of talc-en powder in your hair, or if you want to be a stylish granny you could even try pastel hair. Pair all that with some oversized glasses frames and maybe a walking stick and there you have it.. crazy cat lady you are.

Unicorn

A unicorn tail and horn automatically makes a statement but with all the majestic colours and prints I think it would be amazing to walk/prance like a rainbow. You'll always get the one person who says "what are you meant to be?" So why not add a little bottle of unicorn tears that you could wear as a necklace. Just add glitter into a little bottle, then tied with a pretty ribbon.. You could just sprinkle people with glitter if they ask what you are.

Hope you're well& have a happy Halloween!

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OOTD; Hats&Horses

hat | charity shop | £3.00

pastel pink coat | topshop | £89.00

trousers | topshop sale | £20.00

shoes | old topshop

satchel | cambridge satchel company

Last night me&my friends headed for a little roadtrip, we had such a fun night including photo booth pictures, amusements, chips by the sea front& a sneaky doughnut or two. In typical English style, the weather was awful raining and even thundering&lightning as we were leaving. This in mind my pink fluffy coat wasn't the best choice but still. I bought it earlier this week even though a new coat is the last thing I need (I could probably open my own shop with amount I own) but I just couldn't resist feeling like a marshmallow/ care bear in it. 

I hope you're all well& enjoying the weekend!

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Wednesday Wishlist; Eye Eye

one // black jumper

two // all over eye jumper

three // white big eye jumper

four // jacket

five // skirt

six // clutch bag

Although it's almost halloween and eyeballs take on a much creepier role, I seriously love any kind of eye print/jewellery all year round. So as you can imagine Kenzo's eye collection is dreamy in my eyes, however the £200+ price tags aren't really up my street..

This has got me thinking though and I think you could probably buy some iron on /heat transfer paper& create something similar at home.. I might give it a go, could be a new DIY post for sure so keep your eyes peeled.

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Fickle; Lucky We Met

If you're anything like me the thought of a tattoo is exciting but a little daunting at the same time, permanently inking your skin isn't for everyone, usually if you think of a temporary tattoo its out of the little 20 pence machines at the fair.. However when Fickle contacted me about their new temporary tattoo website I was excited to give them a go. 

They feature new and upcoming artists that share their designs as small tattoo's, showing temporary tattoo's in a whole new way. Alot of the tattoo's are quite quirky&retro looking, plus what's better than hanging a picture than to actually show the art on your body. 

I received these two cute sets, arrows& two little birds with the quote of lucky we met..

 I love them and think its puts a twist on the usual love bird theme.

They are really easy to apply just with a splash of water, then come off quickly and hassle free (none of that ugly faded ink from the usual temp tats) hot soapy water and they are gone.

You get two of each tattoo in a pack for £5.00, I think they would be a lovely stocking filler idea or just a arty treat to yourself. 

You can have a little look at the other designs here, 

I think I may have to treat myself to the whitelucky rabbit soon.

Hope you're all well.

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