Summer Projects

I've been meaning to create this post for a while now, where I share all my summer projects with you! During the holidays, I was always busy making things, so here are a few of the items that I created!

So during the holidays, I bought myself a crochet hook. I already knew how to crochet, but never had the needle to do it. As soon as I bought one, I made myself two wooly hats using my own pattern. 

I also found an online tutorial for cable knitting, so I knitted myself a hat aswell!

The next item that I made, is a pencil case. I made this near the end of the holidays, and I now use it for school. Plus, it's in the shape of a cat; who doesn't love cats?

The more I knitted, the more I wanted to learn about knitting! I found a tutorial for what I like to call the 'raspberry stitch'. Using this stitch, I made myself some boot cuffs!

I also spent a fair bit of my time designing and making bags. The first bag I made used a cute, sweetie print fabric, and was a casual, slouchy bag. I like to use this bag when I don't have much to carry, but still want an exciting accessory!

The second bag I made is a satchel style bag. I use this for my school bag as it can carry lots, and is very sturdy. It has a zip pocket inserted into the lining, and two small pockets on the front. I also made the strap waist-length, so that I can easily access the things inside the bag!

Those are just a few of the projects that I made this summer, but if you want to see any more, or would like a tutorial for any of them, email me at lizzie.10max@gmail.com

Autumn Essentials

So autumn is finally here, and I am so excited! Autumn is one of my favourite months, as I love layering my clothes and accessories. We're not too far into autumn yet, but I wanted to share with you some of my favourite items before it's too late!

1) First of all, is my new tartan scarf. I always have a scarf handy in the autumn as they are the perfect accessory for any outfit. Also, I simply adore tartan print! The scarf I am wearing in the photo is from accessorise.

2) I usually have a deep red colour on my nails in the autumn. It reminds me of the leaves that fall off the trees, so is perfect for this season! My favourite red nail polish is in the shade 'Risky Red' from the 17 Supreme Shine collection.

3) So deep red makeup is beautiful in the autumn. It's a warm, yet fierce, colour. Red lipstick is perfect this season, and I never go an autumn without it! I'm wearing '17 Plum Jam' from Clinique.

4) Recently, I've been wearing a lot more jewellery than usual. I absolutely love chunky gold accessories, such as rings, necklaces and bracelets. The bracelets that I am wearing in the photo below are from an Indian stall on Bury Market in Manchester. My favourite thing about these is the rose gold glitter that is incorporated into the main design.

5) My favourite eye shadows this season are all shimmery colours. I specifically like golds and bronzes, as they add a gorgeous, warm effect to your overall look. The shadow I have here is from LANCÔME, in shade '01 Strass Bronzer'.

6) My favourite autumn scent is the 'So...? Kiss Me' body spray from the 'So...?' range. I love this scent as it is more sweet than flowery. Floral scents are beautiful in the summer, but sweet scents are much nice for the autumn/winter.

7) My next autumn favourite is actually a pattern. Liberty print is one of my favourite patterns, and I have it on shirts, jewellery, and all over my doodle pages!

8) Last but not least, is the Flake Away scrub from 'Soap and Glory'. I went for the travel sized one so that I could test it out first, but I will definitely be going back for another! It's got a gorgeous, fruity smell, and works wonders on your skin!