Saturday, October 31, 2015

The Ultimate Guide to Packing Smart

So you have finally landed yourself the perfect vacation! And it is time to pack that eager suitcase that is waiting to have all your stuff stocked up, ready to go with you to your paradise destination! Travelling with all your things can sometimes be a quite a pain, especially when you have bags by the dozen. You want all your finest dresses, jeans, tees, shirts, shoes, undergarments to go with you, and you definitely cannot miss out on that stunning winter jacket you just blew your money one, especially for this trip! So how does one manage to travel light and yet be sure that nothing gets left out! Read the text below and watch the video for a great idea on packing right!

Packing

Get your winter jacket to lie on a flat surface with the collar down. Place collared shirts above this jacket at a 180 degree angle with the collar up. Similarly stack up t-shirts and sweaters. Next, place your jeans or trousers at a 90 degree angle on top of this pile. This means that if the shirt/t-shirt/jacket pile is vertical, the jeans should be horizontal. Stack up more t-shirts and dresses in a vertical fashion, as done previously. Pile on more pairs of jeans and more tees!
Now wrap your socks and undergarments in a t-shirt. Make this into a bundle and place it right in the centre of the arrangement of the clothes pile.

It is now time to start wrapping! With the first piece of clothing lying underneath the bundle, wrap the arms around and then the body. With jeans, wrap the legs around.

And slowly, as you wrap each item of clothing around, the bundle starts to grow bigger and fatter! Your winter jacket wraps up the bunch of clothes with one final swish of the hand, and your clothes are done! Place this bundle in the main compartment of the suitcase.

Now pack two pairs of shoes, one casual and one dressy, and pack them pair-wise in separate shoe bags. Stack these in the zipper compartment is situated on the top cover. Keep a small pouch with your makeup essentials and pack this too in the zipper compartment.

And wow! You just packed in about 15 items of clothing, socks, underwear, shoes and makeup neatly into just one suitcase! So never bother again about the nuisance of packing and travel like a pro!

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Thursday, October 29, 2015

Plastic Backs of Earrings – To Remove or Not!

Your dresser is stocked with the latest fashion earrings; from cute studs to gorgeous chandeliers, you got them all in your little treasure basket sitting pretty amidst all your other dress-up essentials. As you reach out to pick up one of them to grace your earlobe, have you ever spared a thought to whether there is a right or wrong way of wearing them?

Actually, the world is waking up to a debate on just this! Those plastic-lined back pieces of the earrings, the portion that goes behind the earlobe to press the stud in its place, that's the point of concern in this debate. One half of the world feels that they have just realized that the plastic piece has to be removed before wearing the earring, while the other feels just fine with it!

There has been much hullaballoo over Twitter after 19-year old Chelsea Smith tweeted a picture of herself removing the plastic part from the earring backs, with the quoting that it is now after nineteen whole years of living that she realized that the plastic parts on the earring backs have to be taken off! A storm of replies and retweets have surfaced since then, with varying opinions.

Pros of retaining the plastic backs:
– Some argue that those broad plastic backs provide support to the earring, especially the heavy ones.
– Also, it protects the sensitive earlobes from getting metal allergies.
– For those whose piercings have grown larger with time, these plastic backs hold the earring in place and don't let them fall through.

Cons: Ummmmm……

So yeah, basically all we are seeing everywhere is how the plastic backs of the earrings are actually advantageous, and simply meant to be left alone! Remove them only if you got loads of time to kill and nothing better to do!

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How To Make The Creepiest Bloody Mary You’ve Ever Seen

How To Make The Creepiest Bloody Mary You've Ever Seen

Instructables user Paige Russell brings us a recipe for this Beet 'n Bloody Mary. Looks disgusting/I would drink the hell out of one ten. Yep, it's pretty spooky how many of these I could probably put back. Definitely seems to be one of those "Drink it before it drinks you" type situations. Does that make […]

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Wednesday, October 28, 2015

One Dad Created Fun Photos Using His Wife’s Pregnant Belly

One Dad Created Fun Photos Using His Wife's Pregnant Belly

Photographer and future dad Simon Schaffrath decided to announce his wife's pregnancy by turning her tummy into whimsical landscapes. So cute! Simon was sure to note that they only used non-toxic and skin-tolerant products because, unfortunately, as evidenced everywhere, the internet is full of faux concern trolls.

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Brace Yourself! Puppies Meeting Pumpkins Is Pure Cuteness

Brace Yourself! Puppies Meeting Pumpkins Is Pure Cuteness

This is a sweet video of Yorkie puppies meeting pumpkins for the first time. It's so damn cute, I puked on myself! Wouldn't be the first time! And knowing me, it probably won't be the last. I'm okay with it.

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See How Superheroes & Villains Measure Up In These Height Comparison Charts

See How Superheroes & Villains Measure Up In These Height Comparison Charts

If you've ever wondered how DC superheroes and Marvel villains measure up, you're in luck. The folks over at Costume Collection put together these two height comparison charts to put it all into perspective. Let's all remember that, like age, height is just a number. It doesn't define you and whatever. And though she be […]

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This Rock Formation Looks Like A Giant Elephant Head!

This Rock Formation Looks Like A Giant Elephant Head!

The island of Heimaey in Iceland is home to this this volcanic rock formation that looks like an elephant head. Mother Nature has to get her kicks somehow! True story: one time a guy was talking to me about rock music and I thought he was talking about rocks, as in, you know… rocks. I […]

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The 5 Point Checklist for a Perfect Haircut

A hairstyle defines you, completes you and helps put your best foot forward. Isn't this the reason why we trust our stylists so much, and can go deeper into that wallet to have that fabulous haircut!

But there may have also been numerous times that you thought you would come out of the salon looking like a movie star while you actually start looking like a slob! Well, come on now, your stylist may not be the real one to blame.

Go through this checklist before you head to the salon next:
1. Get Pictures: Remember, your stylist can work over your head, not inside. So it is important to take some pictures along to give her an idea of your taste and what exactly you are looking for.
2. Helps to be realistic: Now, even if you take those pictures along, chances still are, that the cut on that celebrity might not look the same on your hair! Factor in hair texture, colour, fall etc. Even if you got it all, remember that celebs walk with an entourage whose only job is to make her look glamorous at all times. Nope not possible for us all, therefore go with an open mind and be realistic!
3. Communicate the Rules: If you think that there are certain non-negotiable elements to your haircut, for eg: length of hair, bangs etc, make sure you communicate. You can't scream at the stylist later if you wanted to retain your waist length hair which she chopped till the shoulder!
4. Hand gestures: Our interpretation of the world is different from each other. The meaning of 'shoulder length' for you may be different from how the stylist thinks of it. You must hence try to show with your hands and actions what exactly is the look that you are expecting to achieve.
5. Make friends: Our friends know exactly who we are and what we want, right? So, establish that bond with your stylist. Once you find the perfect one for you, stick on to them and don't let go!

The 5 Point Checklist for a Perfect Haircut

See also: How to Cut Your Own Hair and Tricks To Cut Your Own Bangs At Home.

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Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Some Funny Illustrations Explaining Idioms Of The World

Some Funny Illustrations Explaining Idioms Of The World

Sam Brown of Comtec Translations put together these illustrations of idioms of the world. Pretty interesting stuff! My personal favorite is the warning that the fence is not made of sausage. Super common misconception! Have you ever had a splinter lodged in the roof of your mouth? Me neither, but I imagine it's not a […]

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How to Spot that Well Dressed Fashionista

You can really tell when a well dressed woman or man walks into the office or the mall or wherever. A zillion pairs of eyes follow her/his every move, and that includes yours! Right from the accessories she has in her hair to her sleek stilettos, you make a mental note of every thread, material and bead and rush to the nearest store to get something just like hers. The same about men: from top to toe you find each part of the outfit inspiring. Or maybe, we are talking here about you!

Here are a few ways to know that you are that well dressed person that people gawk at, admire and want to be like:

1. You accumulate compliments on a daily basis, and not once in a blue moon.
2. You are confident everyday of the attire you have chosen, and are never caught over or under-dressed for any occasion.
3. Imitation is the biggest form of flattery! When your friends corner you into telling where you got that belt from, and then land up the next day in something similar, ah, you know it!
4. You can describe your own style in the minimum of words.
5. You already own the things that will feature in tomorrow's 'must-have clothing list'.
6. Your tailor gets more visits from you than your eager friends!
7. You are the go-to shopping and style guru for make-overs and shopping sprees for family and friends.
8. You have often been complimented on the streets by total strangers, only to be asked where you bought a certain item from.
9. People secretly check out your Instagram posts for outfit inspirations.
10. Whenever sifting through old photos, you are never upset with what you looked like 3 months ago, because for you, fashion has never gone awry!
11. You are gifted with care, since you have very particular tastes. Your friends often go crazy trying to find something that you will like!
12. You are a layering genius, and can put together a gorgeous look even when you feel that you have nothing to wear.
13. You are not just about expensive stuff. It serves you just as well to shop from a bargain store, because you have that gifted knack for trend spotting anywhere!

So what did we land up with? Are you the fashionista that we are talking about here? Well, all the above points needn't be true for you, but even if you are half-way there, that's definitely a pat on the back!

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Horror Movie Cocktails Are Inspired By Your Favorite Bad Guys

Horror Movie Cocktails Are Inspired By Your Favorite Bad Guys

The folks over at Mashable have concocted these horror movie cocktails, inspired by the creepiest dudes on film like Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees and more. They're pretty scary! But do you think that's gonna stop me from drinking them all? It will not. I've never met a cocktail I didn't like! Okay, that's […]

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The Halloween Light Show To End All Halloween Light Shows

The Halloween Light Show To End All Halloween Light Shows

Every year Youtuber KJ92508 does an elaborate Halloween light show on his house. This year is no different — he's decorated his place with all kinds of strobes, floods, thousands of lights and plenty of decorations and set it all to the tune of the Ghostbusters theme by Ray Parker Jr. It is G-D delightful! […]

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Arrrr Me Meowties!: Check Out This Cat Dressed As Jack Sparrow

Arrrr Me Meowties!: Check Out This Cat Dressed As Jack Sparrow

This is a video of Zeon the cat dressed as Jack Sparrow. It is ridiculous. Annnnd something something about mewtiny. That's all I got, folks!

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Monday, October 26, 2015

Shit The Bed Hot Sauce Is A Product That Actually Exists

Shit The Bed Hot Sauce Is A Product That Actually Exists

Bunters Fresh sells this Shit The Bed Hot Sauce for $13 a bottle. Because why not eat something that guarantees you shit the bed, right? Well, if you're honestly asking, I can think of many a reason! Shitting the bed is a terrible time, for example. Take it for someone who's been there. Many times! […]

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Scientists Make Art Using Bacteria Grown In Petri Dishes

Scientists Make Art Using Bacteria Grown In Petri Dishes

The American Society for Microbiology just wrapped up its 2015 Agar Art contest. It's a competition for scientists to create art using bacteria grown in petri dishes. Reminds me of that one time I discovered a half eaten Hot Pocket under my bed. No telling how long he'd been there, but long enough for him […]

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This Website Turns Your Regular Text Into Glorious Cat Puns

This Website Turns Your Regular Text Into Glorious Cat Puns

Kittify is a website that takes your regular-ass text and turns it into cat puns. It was created by Daniel Landy who is clearly doing the good Lord's work. The bad Lord's work? Turning cat puns into regular-ass text. Real sick stuff.

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Lost Someone You Love? Turn Their Shirt Into A Pillow To Hug

Lost Someone You Love? Turn Their Shirt Into A Pillow To Hug

Fabratastic makes and sells Memory Cushions, pillows crafted from the clothing of a loved one. Each comes with a customizable embroidered message. I'd transcribe it, but it's hard to read through all these tears. BRB CRYING HARD.

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Chocolate Fossils Are For Dino Lovers With A Sweet Tooth

Chocolate Fossils Are For Dino Lovers With A Sweet Tooth

Food artist Sarah Hardy is selling these larger than life chocolate fossils. There are two to choose from — a Megalodon shark tooth made from 72% dark chocolate and a t-rex tooth made from Ecuadorian milk chocolate. Both are accurate replicas of an actual fossil which are then hand painted. I would eat them. A, […]

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One Separated Seal Couple Keeps In Touch Through Facetime

One Separated Seal Couple Keeps In Touch Through Facetime

Seal couple Sija and Babyface were living at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary in the UK when it was discovered Sija was pregnant. But apparently there are just tooooo many seals in the world so the humans decided the lovers needed to be separated and sent Sija to live at Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park, some […]

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Amazing Last Minute Costume Ideas for Halloween

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It is the season for Halloween and it is time yet again to start thinking about your costume for this year! Those of us who are lucky enough to be wizards at planning already have their acts up their sleeve. But some of us wait for the right idea to strike, no matter how late in the day it gets! And this is why you absolutely must go through these last minute ideas on how to dress your best for Halloween this year! Best of all, these are DIY ideas, so no need to go hunting around for accessories at the 11th hour! Enjoy the ideas and the video below!

Dig out that dress you wore for your prom, jazz it up with your tiara and make yourself a sash, and ta-da! Enter the Prom Queen! Or maybe try a cowboy look, complete with a hat, shorts, high boots and a check shirt. Game for dressing up like a baby? Just walk in with your nightdress, a soft doll, two plaits and an innocent baby-like expression! Dressing up like Minnie Mouse can be fun and easy; just wear a red T-shirt, a pair of jeans, a hairband on which you could attach ears, and don't forget to colour the tip of your nose with black! Readying up like a cat can also be easy breezy; wear a black t-shirt, black jeans, a pair of fake ears, attach a fake tail, and make some whiskers on your cheeks and you are good to go!

From animals to cartoon characters, movie stars to just another neighbourhood personality, there are plenty of options for your costume!

A deer with antlers; a flight attendant with just a quick combination of a pencil skirt, a shirt and a cap; a nerd with big glasses and dungarees; Audrey Hepburn with an LBD, a string of pearls and a tiara; Sherlock Holmes with a beret cap, smoking pipe, trench coat and obviously a magnifying lens; a mime with a painted white face, pants with suspenders, white gloves and a striped tee; Ariel with a red wig, blue t-shirt and carrying a Nemo soft toy….there are just endless options out there if you just squeeze in a wee bit of time on your imagination!
Now that we have given you a start, get set to rock that Halloween party in your very own costume! Psst! Let them think you had this planned all along!

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Friday, October 23, 2015

The Foodnited States Of America

The Foodnited States Of America

Chris Durso of Foodiggity and his son have been working on putting together The Foodnited States for the past year or so (previously: HERE). Now it is complete and they're selling 22″x28″ posters of the whole shebang over at the Foodiggity shop, so head on over to snag a copy of your own! I ordered […]

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10 Budget Friendly Travel Tips

We stress ourselves with our packed routines. Of course we need to drag ourselves to work each day, to earn that buck and pay our bills. But doing the same thing in and out each day can literally burn you out!
The best way to beat all that built up stress is, nope not to sleep on your couch all day, but to travel! Yes, travelling gives you so many experiences in a short while that it can instantly perk up your spirits and boost your creativity! And just in case you begin to make excuses that it is reserved for the rich, well guess what, that is purely a myth!
We unravel here the best tips that can help you travel safe yet cheap.

1. Fly Smart
It always helps to plan your trip early because you can save a lot of money simply by booking in advance! Also direct flights are more expensive, so pick those with multiple stops. Try out low cost airlines such as Easyjet, Wizzair, Ryanair etc. Signing up for travel cards is a great idea, as you can keep accumulating miles that you can redeem later for offers!

2. Carpool
Hitting the road is one of the best and the cheapest ways to catch scenery and look up a place at leisure. It is best to find people heading your way and pool in with them. Although a tad adventurous and bordering on the dangerous, it may be worth your while to find some suitable groups headed in the same direction. You could also find them online.

3. Accommodation
The earlier you book the cheaper it is! Here again, planning in advance is the key to save some money. Or, the option is to simply wait till the last moment; you can get dirt cheap prices for a booking on the day you land up. (However, it is possible you might not find rooms at all, so our advice is, don't wait). Also hostels are a great way to meet with fellow travelers and also stay within your budget. Nowadays, you also have the option of themed hostels. These are definitely worth a try!

4. Volunteer
Sure you have some talents up your sleeve. And these can also help you get free accommodation and sometimes even food! Teaching kids or helping with farm work while you are travelling can give you the opportunity to mingle with localites, save money, and sometimes, you can even get paid!

5. Couch Surf
A great way to see the world is through couch surfing! There is a global community of people who help out travelers by providing them shelter for free! Just sign up, write up a little bit about yourself, and you are good to go! And as a plus, the shelter providing family can also give you some insider tips on the city. So don't miss out on this one!

6. Bid for Last Minute Deals
Websites such as skyauction.com or priceline.com offer holiday and flight deals based on a bidding structure. You can find abysmally cheap last minute deals here. However, sometimes the best deals require that you head to your destination the same day that you won the bid, so these websites are for real travel freaks with flexible dates. Nonetheless, for regular people too, these sites have some amazing deals. So check them out!

7. Groupon/Scoopon offers
Some companies choose to promote their brand by offering discounts. This could be on food or accommodation or both. Sign up for these and you are on a roll! However, make sure that you read the offers well to understand what exactly they entail. It also helps to check out their reviews on tripadvisor!

8. Cook your own meals
It hardly takes five to fifteen minutes to snap up a good sandwich or to fix yourself a good breakfast! Use your skills and you can save a lot by not depending on restaurants. Leave your room after having a sizeable breakfast and pack yourself some sandwiches. And try to avoid touristy food outlets; chances are that they will be expensive and food quality may not be as good. If you must eat out, try food available at far-off and less crowded locations!

9. Depend on no-one for Entertainment
Volunteers across the world provide free walking tours in their cities, simply to make friends and practice their English! You could join in and learn the city like an insider. Or just walk around on your own and observe how people in this other country go about their regular routines. Various free festivals, museum tours etc are organized locally; all you need to do is be pre-informed by checking out information on the web!

10. Watch your Money
Keep track of your money at all times, since that will decide how long you can continue your travel. Choose your place for exchange carefully; the highest rates of Forex are at airports and hotels. Get in touch with travel guides or websites to find information on where you can save money on Forex.

Now that you have read through these tips, you can travel around the world and never exceed your budget!

10 Budget Friendly Travel Tips

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These Cat Gloves Have A Kitty Tail On The Index Finger…!

These Cat Gloves Have A Kitty Tail On The Index Finger...!

Check out these cat gloves! The design has a cat tail down the index finger so when you're swiping your smartphone it looks like the kitty's tail is wagging. Cool! The gloves are selling for $40 over at Felissimo and YOU + MORE which is a small price to pay for cool handwear. Jk, that […]

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Watch The First Bob Ross Episode And Feel All Good Inside

Watch The First Bob Ross Episode And Feel All Good Inside

Check out the first episode of The Joy of Painting starring the beloved Bob Ross. God, he is an all-star. A real gem. A G-D angel! This video is a treasure trove of feel goods — the way he pronounces picture as "pitcher." The camera man audibly breathing, I'm assuming directly into the microphone. Bob's […]

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Canned Parrot & More Incredible Links

Canned Parrot & More Incredible Links

"'Canned parrot' ruffling feathers in San Francisco neighborhood" might possibly the greatest headline ever. [Blazenfluff] Wearing a bean stalk in your hair is a thing in China. [NY Mag] And a Will Ferrell-themed bar opens up in New York. [Laughing Squid] Koko the gorilla gets kittens for her birthday. TOO CUTE TO COMPUTE. [Daily Mail] So […]

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This Donut Pool Table Is Part Of Your Balanced Breakfast

This Donut Pool Table Is Part Of Your Balanced Breakfast

Designer Cléon Daniel built this donut pool table. It's a pool table that looks like a donut, in case you couldn't tell. He also built one that looks like a banana back in 2013. Hopefully he'll do a pizza version next. Why? Because pizza is the tits, that's why! What kind of question is that?

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Tiny Hamster Has A Tiny Halloween And It’s The Thing Cutest Ever

Tiny Hamster Has A Tiny Halloween And It's The Thing Cutest Ever

We all know and love Tiny Hamster. If you don't you're missing out! You haven't lived, man! HERE is a refresher. Now Tiny Hamster is back and this time he's celebrating Halloween. And of course he's dressed as Pizza Rat. Everyone's gonna be Pizza Rat this year! I've been working on my get-up since March, […]

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Cookie Monster Without Fur Is Nightmare Fuel, Can’t Be Unseen

Cookie Monster Without Fur Is Nightmare Fuel, Can't Be Unseen

Dan Meth brings us Cookie Monster with no fur. I don't know why he would do something like that, but he did. He also made Big Bird without feathers, solidifying him in my mind as the worst human being to exist. Sorry Dan Meth, but you brought this upon yourself. It's like you were asking […]

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One Artist Turned Her Folks’ Home Into A Monster House

One Artist Turned Her Folks' Home Into A Monster House

Artist, baker, and Instagrammer Christine McConnell turned her parents' home into a monster house for Halloween. This is a picture of that. Man, Christine seems cool as hell! I bet she gives out full size candy bars and not loose popcorn like my neighbors. They don't even throw the kernels in a ziplock bag, they just […]

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Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Japan Gets A My Little Pony Cafe

Japan Gets A My Little Pony Cafe

Great news for anyone who likes My Little Pony and food — a My Little Pony cafe just opened up in Japan. The restaurant's got MLP themed decor and dishes. Do they serve hay? No, no they don't. That doesn't even make sense.

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Hair and Makeup – The Perfect Match

So much effort goes into selecting a frame when it comes to framing your favourite family photographs! You are insistent on the colours, so that it brings out the best in the photo, isn't it?! Well, that is precisely what your hair does to your face and to the makeup that you apply! The colour of hair creates an aura, highlighting your facial features in a certain way, and you need to know the right makeup to go with it, to bring out the best in you.

Read on to know more!
1. Chocolate Brown – If you are blessed with dark brown tresses, go wild with that make-up palette! Reds, plums and metallics work extremely well. You could work out a look with some shimmery metallic hued eyeshadow, thick black liner on the rims, dollops of mascara, gold dusted cheekbones and bold red lips.
2. Jet Black – Black forms the ultimate contrast with any colour, and brings out the best in a monotone. Try highlighting just one feature; for instance, play up your eyes with a strong smokey hue keeping the cheeks and lips subtly brushed with beiges and pinks.
3. Blonde – Blonde and its shades surround your face with light, and glowing make up is what compliments it best! Shades of peach, amber, pinks and golds look magnificent. Put together a look with a champagne eyeshadow, brown eyeliner and mascara. Give a nice warm peach tint to the cheeks and rosy hued gloss to the lips.
4. Red – Capture the warmth of ginger red hair with makeup that has hints of apricots and browns. A shock of green for the eyes makes for a gorgeous contrast that can be enhanced by dewy pink lips! You could try a look with some mossy green shadow, a red hued brown eyeliner and pinks and beiges for the lips and cheeks!
5. Soft Brown – A darling shade of hair, just about any kind of makeup can look beautiful with medium brown locks! Bold to neutral, neon to pastel; you can carry off any look! Use some beige or grey shadow around your eyes, pricked up with blue eyeliner. Sweep your cheekbones with a warm pink blush and add a dash of bold colour to your lips!
Your tresses can create the ultimate impact, and when done up with make up which highlight your beautiful features, you are ready to head out with confidence!

Hair and Makeup – The Perfect Match

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Monday, October 19, 2015

Realistic Cat Handbags For Fashion Loving Kitty Enthusiasts

Realistic Cat Handbags For Fashion Loving Kitty Enthusiasts

Japanese artist Pico makes these super realistic cat handbags! Or should I say cat purrrrses? They're being sold over on Yahoo Auction Japan for around $700 which is a completely reasonable price if you ask me. If you didn't ask me, I totally understand. I give terrible advice.

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These Bizarre, Sexy Halloween Costumes Are Kind Of Perfect

These Bizarre, Sexy Halloween Costumes Are Kind Of Perfect

The company responsible for sexy Sesame Street costumes is back with a whole new set of things-that-shouldn't-be-sexy themed Halloween costumes. There's a Sexy Cheeseburger, Sexy Sock Monkey, Sexy Killer Whale, and more. Yeesh! What could possibly be sexy about all that stuff? Now, a pizza on the other hand, well, let's just say you don't […]

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DIY – Dream Catcher Delight

As you slowly drift into the surreal charm of dreamland, don't let those precious moments escape! Catch them and make them stay with these adorable dream-catchers that you can easily make yourself. With just a few easily available scraps and beads, and this DIY tutorial, you'll be well on way to make one right away!

You will need:
– lace cloth and lace bits;
– beads in a variety of shapes and colours;
– needle and thread;
– feather trims;
– a medium sized circular frame;
– a pencil.

Let's get working:
1. Outline the frame on the lace cloth by placing it on the cloth and defining it with a pencil from the inner rim.
2. Cut out this circular piece of lace cloth.
3. Using a needle and thread, darn through the lace cloth and attach it to the frame.
4. String through different coloured beads and attach the feathers to the ends of these strings.
5. Prepare 3-4 of such multi-beaded strings and attach them to frame.
6. On the opposite end of the frame, loop through one large bead and to make a knot for hanging it.

That's it! Go on and have a good night's sleep while your delightful little dream catcher works its magic!

DIY – Dream Catcher Delight

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How to Refashion Denim Shorts Using Lace – DIY

In order to give a fashionable note to a pair of normal denim shorts, you can create a lace insertion, using just some simple items.

You will need:
– lace trim;
– scissors;
– glue gun with fabric glue sticks or needle and thread;

Directions: Establish the zone you want to decorate and place the lace using the side hem as a center, in case you choose the side. Glue the borders of the lace on the shorts area with the hot glue gun. cut the needed piece. You can also use a needle and thread instead of the glue gun. When done, you can cut a small part of denim from behind the lace, letting your skin to be seen. Simple and fast! Enjoy!

Lace-Trimmed-Denim-Shorts

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Sunday, October 18, 2015

Graffiti Art for Your Nails

Gorgeous haphazard art on walls can look great, when done artistically and with the right mix of colours. That is the real appeal of graffiti! And guess what, with the help of this easy breezy tutorial, you can get that graffiti spunk right onto your nails! Getting even one stroke out of place when painting your nails can be quite an upsetting matter. And we will turn exactly this into awesome graffiti! Let's check out how to achieve this edgy look!

You will need the following nail paints:
– base coat;
– Navy Blue;
– Silver;
– Gold;
– Top coat.

Let's go!
1. Prepare your nails by filing them and pushing the cuticles back.
2. Apply a basecoat, and one coat of navy blue to act as a base for your graffiti.
3. Grab the silver nail paint and gently drag the brush on the sides of the bottle to get the lacquer off. This is required so that you have minimum paint on the brush and are able to see the strokes on your navy blue base.
4. Apply random 3-4 random strokes with this silver paint on each nail.
5. Now, do the same with the gold polish in the spaces left in-between.
6. Allow to dry.
7. Finish off with a topcoat to give it a glossy chip-resistant finish!

There you go! Ultra chic graffiti elegance on your nails in a matter of minutes!

Graffiti Art for your Nails

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Saturday, October 17, 2015

This Record Playing Bicycle Plays Tunes While You Ride!

This Record Playing Bicycle Plays Tunes While You Ride!

Check out this record playing bicycle. It plays vinyl records on its wheels as you cycle! The musical bike has been dubbed Feats Per Minute by its creators Liat Azulay, Merel Slootheer, Pieter Frank de Jong, Vincent Beijersbergen, and Jeffry Sol. Cool! Who needs a Walkman when you got a musical bike? Haha, what do […]

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Your Bathroom Needs One Of These Star Wars Shower Heads

Your Bathroom Needs One Of These Star Wars Shower Heads

Bed, Bath & Beyond is selling these Star Wars shower heads. They come in Darth Vader selling for $30 and R2-D2 for $25. Why is the Dark Lord version more expensive? Who knows. Is the $5 difference going to sway me to go for the R2-D2 version? Damn yeah! I'm cheap, you guys!

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Friday, October 16, 2015

From Work to Date – 4 Easy Ways to Transform Your Outfit

At work, and thinking about that wonderful date up ahead in the evening? Oh, but there is obviously no way you can stash a lovely cocktail dress under your desk! We surely have been caught up in this situation too many times, but here we will read up some tips on how to make the transition from boardroom-siren to a date-diva in just a couple of minutes!

1. Keep it basic: Black is the colour of the night and also makes for a rocking canvas on which you can easily improvise to turn basic work wear into an elegant piece of evening wear! Wear a black dress with an interesting neckline. You could also wear your dress with a formal looking shrug that you can later abandon!
2. The magic of accessories: Something that can easily fit into your bag, accessories have real transformational powers! A nice statement necklace coupled with subtle yet statement earrings and a bracelet to go and you are so ready for that date!
3. High-Heels: The ultimate glam quotient-enhancer, swap your work flats with a pair of stilettos. Interchange with high-heeled boots if the weather is cozy-cold or romantic-rainy!
4. Be weather-ready: Be it winter or summer, always remember to layer your clothing. Your office may be a climate-controlled environment, but the moment you step out, it could be a different world altogether! Keep shrugs, stoles and jackets handy to keep you warm. You don't want him to think you are going all jelly-kneed over him, when it's actually the cold that's taking its toll on you!

If you have gone through the above very carefully, you are sure to blend your office and date wear together, and easily transform into the other when needed! Have fun!

outfit transition from day to night

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Thursday, October 15, 2015

Personality Secrets Decoded by Your Hairstyle

Ever noticed that somehow the first thing that you reach out for, when you feel that sudden wind of change, is a pair of scissors? The hairstyle has often being quoted as being a very personal yet a completely public projection of your identity.
It is sometimes simply a means to portray a particular kind of a personality, and people are actually able to perceive bits of it, simple by looking at you! It hence becomes important to understand what your hairstyle is being read as. Short, long, wavy, curly, blonde, red, brunette; we are all of them. And yet, each one of us has a sassy persona peeping through those locks. So, let's check out what your hairstyle reveals about you!

1. Red: You'd most probably be found laughing out loud and being all things fun and zany! Not typically a clown, but blessed with immense witty humour, people look forward to interacting with you as you are loaded with positivity, and no one minds a brush with some good vibes!

2. Curly: Dynamism, passion and generosity drips from your curly locks! You are fun loving, warm hearted, and love to dabble in all the different flavors that life has to offer. A go-getter, you tend to stick to schedules and complete your tasks on time.

3. Wavy: You are sensitive, emotional and also blessed with a solid will power! You may not be too open with your feelings, and enjoy spending quality time with yourself. You have a streak of creativity and love to delve into activities that set you free!

4. Thick: You are a powerhouse of energy and are extremely strong willed, to the point of sometimes coming across as being stubborn!

5. Naturally straight hair that you keep curled: You have a decent amount of fun in life, but you crave for more! The change of your original hair-type sends a message to the world that you are out there to change, experiment and invite varied experiences in your life that can make it more interesting!

6. Naturally curly hair that you keep straightened: Yup, probably just like you would like to straighten out your life! You have a pretty hectic and chaotic life that you would like to smooth out. Straightening your hair calms you down and provides you much needed peace!

7. Wash-and-go-style – Medium length: You like to think things out and are naturally logical. Prone to being frustrated easily, you carry an absolutely fuss-free yet feminine hairstyle. You value common sense and have a relatively direct approach towards life!

8. Wash-and-go-style – Long Hair: You are blessed with a heightened sense of creativity and are a romantic at heart. You connect with the soul and simply do the things that the heart desires!

9. Wash-and-go-style – Super Short: You really don't think it's worth all the fuss to spend time odoing up your hair. Calm, casual and spunky, you have an approachable persona and make friends easily.

10. High-maintenance: Social image matters to you a lot, and you may be spending hours doing up your hair, just to achieve that perfect look! You like being the centre of attention wherever you go, and are sometimes interpreted as a drama queen! (ouch!)

11. Messy and unkempt: No, it doesn't mean that you don't care, it suggests that you love doing more for others than for yourself, putting your own needs last! Simply walking out while smoothening out your hair with your hands, or tucking them casually behind the ears, and that's you!

12. Shaved or naturally bald: Now, here we are talking about someone who is super romantic! And if you happen to be naturally bald, yet decide not to hide it with a wig, then you definitely come across as someone who has an enormous capacity to love, are open, and have a very attractive personality!

13. Unconventional haircut: You are 'fun personified'! Sometimes rebellious, you like to lay down your own rules and are fun to be around with! Impracticality is your signature and you like to take yourself where your heart goes!

14. Blunt: A hard-core go-getter, you are a stickler for goals and deadlines. You are driven by a passion to succeed and pair your personality with an absolutely easy to maintain hairstyle!

15. Layered: And here comes the perfectionist! A layered cut requires precision maintenance and you are just the right one to carry it off!

16. Straight hairline: The hard-core rebel; for you rules are made to be broken. You are also among those who are not afraid to challenge conventions to make the world a better place!

17. Irregular hairline: Uh-oh, this may mean that your growing-up adolescent years were a mass of trouble! A difficult time for all of us, but for you it may have been particularly so.

18. Rounded hairline: It is indicative that your mother had a good and a strong influence in your life, and you are charming, pretty and well brought up. You follow society rules and are polished with your manners.

19. Widow's peak: Charming and mysterious; that's who you are. A magnet that pulls the world in towards you wherever you go, you are highly charismatic!

20. High pony-tail: A strictly goal oriented person; you do well in your career. You are meticulous with your planning and pack in some hours of exercise along in your routine for an overall rounded approach to life!

You may be projecting more than one kind of a personality to the person who is sitting across and observing you. Thank god your hairstyle can do some of the talking!

Personality Secrets Decoded by Your Hairstyle

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A Desk That Doubles As A Bed Is Perfect For A Live/Work Situation

A Desk That Doubles As A Bed Is Perfect For A Live/Work Situation

Greek design company Studio NL brings us this nap desk, a piece of furniture that functions as a desk and sleeping space. Perfect for napping on the job! The nap desk allows a person to work while another lucky bastard gets to sleep below. Personally I do all my napping in the utilities closet. It's […]

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Wednesday, October 14, 2015

It Was Only A Matter Of Time Before: A Bridal Selfie Stick Exists

It Was Only A Matter Of Time Before: A Bridal Selfie Stick Exists

This the bridal selfie stick. It made its debut at Reem Acra's fall bridal collection show. Because why hire a wedding photog when you can just snap photos of yourself? Well, actuallly, I can think of lots of reasons! You don't wanna seem like a completely awful human being, for one! A photo posted by […]

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Easy and Awesome DIY Gifting Ideas

They say that the best gift you can give someone is your time and your love. Nothing compares to those hand-made gifts, especially prepared by someone close; priceless to say the least! Here are some funky and intelligent gifting ideas that will spread cheer among your dear ones!

1. Original Photo Bookmarks: Get your kids/friends to pose as if they are hanging from someplace, with exaggerated and funny expressions. Prepare tasseled threads and hang these photos from them. Surely encourages a good read!

Photo Bookmarks

2. Gold Glitter Bowl: Apply a paste of Mod Podge and glitter powder to a balloon. After drying, prick the balloon and let it deflate. Voila! Here is your gold glitter bowl, ready to dazzle everyone! See: Creative Bowls.

DIY-Unique-Glue-and-Glitter-Bowl-13. Creative Coasters: Make paper stencils of your choice of characters (Typographic Characters), by increasing their size and taking print outs (Alternatively, you could also draw them out). You can use a variety of materials to make the coasters from. Pick any from thick cork sheets, 6mm hardwood plywood, MDF (needs to be coated with acrylic to avoid moisture penetration). Keep the paper stencils on your choice of board and cut it out with a hobby knife. Time to invite friends over to show off!

Creative Coasters4. Planters from Floppy Disks: Use 5 floppy disks to create a cube with an open end. Stick the ends with glue. That's it! Get your favourite desk sized plants, put some soil in a container small enough to fit into the disk planter and plant your greens. Put this container inside the disk planter. A cute way of greening up that table, indeed!

Planters from Floppy Disks5. Fabric Coil Bowls: Using an old t-shirt cut into thin pieces, pop coloured thread scrap and a needle, you can make these fantastic fabric coil bowls! Just wind them in together, and using the blanket stitch method, go on making stitches across the length of the t-shirt pieces. Coil these around as you work and after having made a satisfactory base, build up height until you know that your bowl will showcase perfect cuteness!

Fabric Coil Bowls6. DIY Pull-Out Photo Album: Take some hard card paper and cut it into a long rectangular strip. Fold the strip into mini-rectangles, so that it is folded like an accordion. Get your favourite pictures and paste them onto these 'mini-rectangles'. Finish off with little bows on either side. Sure to melt hearts! See video below for DIY.

pull-out-photo-album-1

7. Handmade Surprise Balls: Make an assortment of little treats for your surprise ball. Get some brightly coloured crepe paper and cut into thin strips. Start with the largest item and wrap some same coloured paper so that it is completely covered. Now, put another of the big pieces on top of this wrapped ball, and start covering in another colour. Keep going until all your treats are tied into one ball. Makes for one of the best surprise gifts! The video below will help you to make it.

Handmade Surprise Balls

8. Sending Hugs: Get your kids/friends to lie flat on some decorative paper with arms outstretched, make an outline of the arms, and cut them out. Fold this 'hug' and send it in an envelope, and draw a face to add an even more personal element. This may surely be the best way to be together for those who live far away!

Sending Hugs9. Amazing Candle Holders: Get hold of some twigs, break them into roughly 2.5 inch pieces, and spray paint them with white/gold or any other colour of your choice. Stick these onto glass votives, put your votive candles inside, and light up! The Twig Votive Candle Holders are an easy and elegant way to add charm to the festivities! Check out the video below for DIY.

Amazing Candle Holders

So this holiday season, ditch the shops, invest your time and send real heart-felt gifts to your dear ones!

See also: DIY Gifts Your Man Would Love to Receive and Awesome Wedding Favors Your Guest Will Adore.

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Photo courtesy: 1. redflycreations; 3. madscientist; 4. brit; 5. we-are-scout; 6. fujifilm; 7. honestlywtf; 8. pagingsupermom; 9. freutcake.

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