$3 Personalized Gift Jars

 Looking for a quick, but stylish gift! Look no further! You can fill your jars with anything you'd like, but I filled mine with strawberry candies. You'll need a small jar and some letter stickers too. I found both of these things in the One Spot at Target.

First, apply the letters to the lid of the jar. It can be a quote or just their name.

Fill your jar's with whatever you'd like and its all done!

The "Just in Case" Bag

After spending way to much time on Pinterest I found a DIY for a "just in case" bag to put in your purse! It is super cute and easy to do and you can find the original post here.

In this photo you can see the bag I put all of my essentials in. I purchased it at Target in the One Spot which is their $1-$5 line of products. 

These are my essentials. The first one is tissues! I feel like I always spill something on myself or have a runny nose when there is no access to tissues so these are a must. Next, a tampon or pad, which every your preference is. Finally a nail file. I am constantly breaking my nails at work or while driving or just doing everyday activities so a file is very important. 

The after meal refresher are a must. Whether you had coffee for breakfast or garlic pasta for dinner, you'll always have fresh breath. 

The beauty related items are next. Hand cream or any type of travel size lotion will do. I have had this one from Avon forever so I decided to throw it in. I like to carry Baby Lips with me because it hydrates my lips and it leaves a little color and shine. Finally I carry a sample size of the Make Up For Ever Smoky Extravagant mascara that I got as a birthday gift from Sephora. 

The last group is hair items and Q- Tips! I feel like all of these are very self explanatory! I put all of these into an old medicene container that I decorated with scrapbooking paper and a flower decal. My orginal inspiration for the medication contain can be found  here.

DIY Cucumber Mint Face Mask

Do it yourself face masks are always a ton of fun! I found this one in Redbook Magazine and decided to try it out.

Here's what you'll need:

• 2 cucumbers (or one large one)
• Ice
• Spearmint essential oil
• A blender

First, add the ice to the blender. I used a whole ice tray of cubes. You can probably use half or even a quarter of this if you don't want to have any left over.

Next, add the cucumber in. Again, you can use up to half or a quarter of a cucumber if you do not want left overs.

Now add in a few drops of the spearmint oil. Add more if you want a stronger mask. Blend all of the ingredients until it is smooth in texture.

Now you have a refreshing cucumber mint face mask! After you apply it to your face, freeze the left overs! Just thaw until it is a slushy consistency before using it the next time. Enjoy!

Ombre Nail Tutorial

When ever I am on Pinterest or Instagram I always see pictures of beautifully done ombre nails that look as if only a professional could have done them. In reality they aren't hard to achieve at all! Here's what you'll need:

• A make-up sponge
• White nail polish
• Two to three colors you want to be in the ombre
• Top coat 
• Elmer's glue
• Paint brush

This step is going to seem really strange, but trust me! It really helps in the end. Using your paint brush, dip it into the Elmer's glue and apply thin layers around your nails.

Next, apply the white polish until it is almost opaque. It doesn't have to be completely solid because it is just acting as a base. Let the glue and the white polish dry before moving onto the next step. 

Now take your make-up sponge and apply the colors you are going to use darkest to lightest. When you are applying the first coat onto the sponge you may need to put multiple coats because the sponge absorbs the paint. 

Apply the paint to your fingernails. To make it opaque repeat the last step and this step several times on each nail. 

After the nail polish has completely dried, remove the glue by peeling it up. This should remove most of the paint that would have been on your skin. Clean up any extras with a Q-tip and nail polish remover. 

Apply a top coat and you are done! 

Cookies in a Mug

If you liked my brownies in a mug post then you'll like this one! Here's what you'll need for Cookies in a Mug:

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 drops of vanilla
• pinch of salt
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 tbsp of chocolate chip (or other mix in)
• Your favorite mug

First, melt your butter in your mug. I put mine in the microwave for about 30 seconds then stirred the rest to melt it. 

Next add both sugars, vanilla and salt. Mix it in until it is a smooth consistency. If there are any clumps left it will be awkwardly left in the cookie. 

Now add the flour, egg yolk and mix until it is a cookie dough texture.

Now add your chocolate chips or other add in. I used butter scotch chips. Mix them in until they are evenly distributed. Pop your cup in the microwave for 40-60 seconds. 

Just wait for your cookie to cool a bit and BAM! You have a cookie that only took about five minutes. Enjoy! 

Christmas Present Nails Tutorial

Christmas time is the perfect time of year to dress up a little more than you would, and you definitely don't want to leave out your nails! The normal red and green can get a little boring, so here is my Christmas Present inspired nail tutorial.

A non-shimmer grey polish (I'm using Recycle by china glaze), a non-shimmer red polish (I'm using Valentine by Heaven Nail Lacquer), a non-shimmer white polish (French White Tip by NYC), a silver sparkle top coat with large hexagon/circle sparkles (BCC655 by L.A. Color), and (this one is optional) a gold sparkle top coat (Gold Rush by CG Boundless Color). And of course some tooth picks!

Now paint your ring finger with the white polish and the rest with the grey polish. You can use whatever colors you'd like, this is just how I choose to do it!

Using the tooth pick, dip it in the red polish. Draw lines across your nails about an eighth of an inch from the top.

Now draw an 'x' on top of the line, using the line as the center of your 'x'. Connect the ends of the 'x' and fill in the empty spaces. You now have bows!

Now, using your silver sparkle polish, take a tooth pick and pick up a large hexagon sparkle and place it in the center of your bows. If you want to finish off your nails with the gold sparkle top coat, do that now. I decided against it.

You now have your super festive Christmas Present nails!

Thanksgiving Make-up Tutorial

For this look, start out with your normal foundation, concealer and powder routine. I use NYC's Smooth Skin Liquid Make-Up in Barely Beige, ELF's double sided Under Eye Concealer and Highlighter, and Mayballine's loose powder in Light.

Next contour under your cheek bones, along your hair line and on your temples with an angled blush brush. This will give your face a more defined look. I used NYC's Smooth Skin Bronzer in Sunny. 

Now for blush! Using the same brush you did for your bronzer, apply a Mauve color on your cheeks to give your skin a flushed look. 

Using the ELF Under Eye Concealer and Highlighter, apply the highlighter on the top of your cheekbones and gently work it it. This will make your skin glow. 

If you normally fill in your brows, do this now. I use ELF's Brow Kit in Medium. First apply the wax with the angled end of the brush to add color and set the hairs where you want them. Now using the fluffy end of the brush, set the wax with the powder. 

Eye shadow primer is a great tool to use when you will be wearing your make-up for long periods of time and you don't have to spend a fortune on a high end brand! I use ELF's Eyelid Primer in Sheer. Dot it on the lids then spread it evenly with your finger tip. 

Take a spongey eye shadow brush and apply a white shadow to the inner corner/tear duct area and under the brow. This won't be very noticeable, but it will make a huge difference in the end. 

Using a normal eye shadow brush, apply a shimmery champagne color all over the lid. 

Use the same eye shadow brush and pat a medium brown color on the outer half of your eye to give it some depth. 

Using a blending brush, take a matte chocolate brown and apply it in a V shape on the out half of your eye. 

Now its time for eyeliner. My favorite liquid liner is Maybelline's Waterproof Ultra Liner in black. With your favorite liquid liner, make a simple winged line. 

Once your black liner has dried, take a gold sparkle liner and apply it on top. I used ELF's Liquid Liner in Copper. 

Curl your lashes and apply your favorite mascara. For mascara, I used ELF's Lengthening and Defining in Black. 

You are done with your eyes! Now for lips. Apply a red lip stain evenly to your lips. I used ELF's Lip Stain in Nude Nectar. 

For a little shine and color, apply a sheer brown lip gloss over the top. I used Bath and Body Works Almond Cocoa. 

You are now done with your Thanksgiving Make-Up look! 

DIY Salt Spray & Beach Waves Tutorial

Even though its November, luscious waves in your hair are super cute and easy to do! In this tutorial I will be showing you how to make your own salt spray, instead of going out and buying one, and how I get no heat waves while I sleep!

Here's what you'll need: An empty spray bottle (I got mine from the Dollar Store), Salt (In my house we use Himalayan Pink Salt, but any will work), and some sort of conditioner.

First add about a tablespoon of salt to the bottom of your bottle. I just eyeballed it. If you want more texture in your hair add a little bit more, if your hair already has a lot of texture you can add less.

Next add your conditioner. This is to add a nice scent to your hair and to help the salt not dry it out. I added about the same amount as the salt.

Fill your bottle the rest of the way with water and shake very well, making sure to dissolve all of the salt. I would suggest shaking it before each use.

Now for the beach waves tutorial. Spray the salt spray over damp or wet hair after you have combed or brushed it. Now scrunch it up with your fingers to give it a little bit of wave.

Next, divide your hair into two halves. Braid each section down to the tips. Now you can go get some beauty rest!

When you wake up, take out your braids. Your hair may still be a little damp in some spot depending on its thickness and that's fine! Spray a little more of the spray through your hair again, ONLY A LITTLE! Then scrunch your hair to add a little more volume. Use your straighter to fix the roots (if you need to) and the tips (also if you need to) and your done!