Rainy Day Tips

Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog! Its officially spring (woop!) and with spring always comes rain (boo), I'm going to be sharing with you my rainy day tips!

 

1. Cozy Up and Watch a Movie

 

This is by far my favourite thing to do, cozy up with your best furry blanket and watch a good movie (or TV show). I just re watched Divergent on Netflix and i love that movie, i recommend it to everyone!

 

2. Do Some Baking (or cooking)

 

Baking is so fun to do, there are endless amazing recipes to try out. Most of the time i get inspiration from Pinterest or some of my baking books. Even if you're not good at baking, you can grab a cake mix; its a great way to pass the time!

 

3. Join iRazoo

 

This is a great thing to do if you're bored or just want to earn some extra money. On iRazoo you can earn free cash just by watching a video or participating in their paid surveys

 

4. Have a Spring Clean

 

Even though its not the most fun thing to do, its super productive! Donate or sell your clothes, you will be surprised how good it feels to have a clean space.

I hope you enjoyed my rainy day tips, comment down below some of your favourite things to do on a rainy day!

See you soon,

Maya xx

Twitter: @mayaa1680

Instagram: @xmayaxyz

 

 

My Dream Crate

Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog! I know its been a while since my last blog post, but i just had to share this fun project with you all.

Loot crate wants to know what you would do if you could come up with your very own dream crate they may even pick one crate to turn into one of their subscription crates! If you love all things pop culture then head over to the Loot Crate website HERE they have lots of amazing subscription boxes and geeky gifts to suit everyone!

My Theme: Stranger Things

I absolutely love the show stranger things and this is what my crate is going to be based on. I'm sure you've all heard of this show, but if you haven't you seriously should go and watch it!

Pop Vinyls

Pop vinyls seem to be quite popular in subscription boxes. I don't even have any but i would love to start collecting them. I didn't even know they had Stranger Things pop vinyls until i looked it up! They are so cute and would definitely have to be in this crate. 

Poster / Art

It would also be amazing if there was some kind of poster or art. I love the retro feel of Stranger Things, so it would be so cool if there was a retro looking poster in the crate as well!

Clothing

I love my graphic tee's so i would have to have some sort of Stranger Things clothing item in there!

Patches/Buttons

I have an obsession with patches and buttons, so of course this would be a must to include in my dream crate.

 

Mugs

And finally, you cant go wrong with a mug;)

So, that's the end of that blog post! What would you put in your own dream crate? Comment down below or make a blog post about it, i look forward to hearing some of your suggestions. Thanks to Loot Crate for reaching out and sharing this fun project, i loved making my own dream crate!;) 

Keep a look out for new blog posts to come, see you soon,

Maya xx

Twitter: @mayaa1680

Instagram: @xmayaxyz

July Favourites | 2016

Hello everyone and welcome back to my blog! Time for me to share my July faves with you, enjoy!

Makeup:

Barry M Lipliner

I first heard about this on Zoe (aka Zoella's) channel, and it looked amazing on her so of course i had to get it! Its in the shade 17, which is this perfect dark nude colour, and i love to pair this with my NYX lip cream in Abu Dhabi. Also it's around two or three pounds, so you cant go wrong really!

Books:

Tanya Bakes

Ever since Tanya Burr announced she was coming out with a baking book i've been super excited to buy it! Its filled with lots of amazing and tasty looking recipes, and its been super fun baking some of these! I definitely recommend this if you're a baking fanatic like me.

Me Before You

If you read my last monthly favourites you know that i watched the movie and i loved it! So after i immediately wanted to buy the book, i'm only half way through it, but it's probably the quickest book i've ever read. Its such a page turner and i urge you to go buy it now!

£3.75 from Tesco

 

Jewellery:

Moon Choker

I dont usually wear or own jewellery, but chokers are an exeption! This super cute cresent moon one was only £2.50 from etsy, and i wear it almost everyday!

TV & Film

American Horror Story: Coven 

I really wanted to watch ahs, but the first two seasons sounded really scary, and as you know i despise horror. So i decided to watch coven, it wasnt that scary at all just disturbing and a bit gory. I loved this series so much, and i reommend it highly. (On netflix)

The Longest Ride

This is the perfect cheesy film, if you're in the mood for some romance, and maybe some crying at the end! 

Gilmore Girls

This is quite an old show and i wish i discovered it sooner, my friend recommended this to me. So i gave it a go and soon i became obsessed, go watch it if you haven't already!

So, thats it for this month, don't forget to like, comment and follow my blog!

See you soon,

Maya xx

Twitter: @mayaa1680

Instagram: @xmayaxyz

 

 

5 Healthy Tasty Snacks

 Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog! Today's post is a little different from

 my usual beauty and fashion posts. I'm going to be sharing with you my favourite healthy snacks, this post is inspired by nuts.com

They have lots of great healthy snack options. You can also check out this blog post for more information on different super foods HERE 

Enjoy:)

1. Healthy Cookie Dough Bites

These are a great alternative to cookies, they are super easy to make and taste amazing too!

You will need:

1/2 cup of oats

1/4 cup of agave or honey

1/4 cup of ground almonds

1/4 cup of peanut butter

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

dark chocolate chips

Mix all these ingredients together, roll them into ball shapes and pop them in the fridge for about 25 minutes!

2. Hummus and Pitta Bread

For this one all you have to do is toast your pitta and grab your hummus and start dipping! You could also try celery sticks, carrot sticks you could dip anything really!

3. Peanut Butter + Banana Rice Cakes

 All you need is :

Sliced banana

rice cakes

peanut butter

Then spread the peanut butter (you could also use almond butter) on the rice cakes and add the banana slices, and then you can enjoy your healthy snack!

4. Homemade Berry Yogurt

You will need:

250g of mixed berries

250g 0% fat Greek yogurt

1 teaspoon of agave or honey

Food processor 

Add all the ingredients to a food processor and blend until its smooth, then serve and enjoy! You can also add chia seeds
they have a load of nutritional value and have benefits to provide healthy skin!

5. Healthy Cookie Dough Bars

You will need:

1 cup of rice krispies

1/2 cup of plain flour

3 tablespoons of peanut butter

1/3 cup of agave or honey

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

optional- sprinkles, chocolate chips

Mix all the ingredients together, pop it in a brownie tin and put it in the fridge for around 30 minutes!

That's all for this blog post, don't forget to check out everything i mentioned before, like, comment and follow my blog!

See you soon,

Maya xx

Twitter: @mayaa1680

Instagram: @xmayaxyz

June Favourites | 2016

Hello everyone and welcome back to my blog! You know what time it is, monthly favourites time, woop woop!

Its nearing the end of my school term, and i will hopefully have more time to blog, so leave some post suggestions below:)

Fashion:

Boyfriend Jeans

Only one fashion favourite this month, and it is these pair of boyfriend or mom jeans. I do have another pair of these but i feel these ones fit a lot better, plus they have a cute flower design on them! This pair was £17.00 from Primark.

TV & Film:

Bates Motel

You guys know i go through two or three TV shows a month, so I'll start with Bates Motel. I first heard about this from VelvetGh0st on youtube, it sounded like the perfect show to me, and let me tell you i whizzed through season one, i am currently on season three and its super good. To sum it up its kind of a physiological thriller/mystery. Go watch it if you haven't already!

 

Sailor Moon

I think everyone and their cat has watched this, and I've been super into anime, so i decided to watch the queen of all animes, sailor moon! This is the perfect programme to binge watch and that's exactly what i did. I also think this is perfect for anime beginners.

 

 Jane Eyre

As I've been completely obsessed with period drama/films recently, i had to watch this, and I'm so glad i did! I loved every minute of it and i one hundred percent recommend this! (version with Mia Wasikowska and Michael Fassbender)

Me Before You

This is the best (modern) romance film ever! I loved it so much, it will make you laugh and cry (maybe at the same time). It also has a wonderful message, and i urge everyone, even if you don't like romance films, to go and watch it!

 Youtubers:

Gabriella Lindley (vlog channel)

Don't get me wrong i love gabby's main channel, but theres something so addicting about her vlogs. She is one of my favourite vloggers by far!

Simply_Kenna

I find Mckenna and her videos so interesting and unique, also her videos are so original, you should go check her out!

Random:

Peas in a Pod Tsum Tsum

As you know i have a small collection of tsum tsums, so i decided to get this one! Its so cute, and its also great for cleaning phone/laptop screens!

 Best Fiends Game

I know so many youtubers have been sponsored by this game, but i am not. I genuinely love this app, its super addicting and such a great game for when you're bored.

That's it for this months favourites, hope you liked it! Don't forget to like, comment and follow my blog.

See you soon,

Maya xx

Twitter: @mayaa1680

Instagram: @xmayaxyz

 

Beach Day Essentials

Hello everyone and welcome back to my blog! Today im going to be sharing with you my beach day essentials, also check out adore me
plus size range and instagram, enjoy!

First up the most important essential for a sunny day, sun cream! I have this lavera one, which is awesome because its an all natural product with no nasty chemicals, it makes your skin feel soft while protecting you at the same time!

Next is a good book, for if you get bored or just want a great read, i have Looking for Alaska by John Green, even though im only halfway through i love it already!

Sunglasses! Everyone needs a cute pair of sunnies, i actually dont know where mine are from (as i got them as a gift).

Finally is a bag to put all your essentials in! I have this one from Jack Wills, how cute is it!

Thats it for this short post, dont forget to check out Adore Me, and like, comment, follow my blog so you dont miss out on my next post!

See you soon,

Maya xx
Twitter: @mayaa1680
Instagram: @xmayaxyz

May Favourites | 2016

 Hey everyone, and welcome back to my blog! Its now June, so that means its time for another monthly favourites, enjoy!

Fashion:

Denim Jacket:

Ive wanted an over sized denim jacket for a while now, so i treated myself and bought this one from boohoo, its super comfy and you can wear jumpers underneath which is a must for me!

Makeup:

Rimmel Scandaleyes Purple Kohl:

Ive always loved the look of bright colourful eyeliner, so i picked this purple one up from the Rimmel counter, its creamy and easy to apply, what more could you want!

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream:

Im in love with this, it doesnt dry out you're lips, the colour is gorgeous (Mines in Abu Dhabi)! If you want a more in detail look at this product, i did a review on it, the link is HERE 

But i definitely recommend these!

Film & Tv:

Love Island:

Oh my, i cannot tell you how obsessed i am with this show, its one of those shows where its so bad its good! Its a reality dating show on an island, thats all im telling you, you can watch it on itv2 at 9pm every night!

iZombie:

This is a recent addition to netflix, it looked intriguing so i watched it, its about this woman that turns into a zombie, oooh! Its super good, go watch it now!

Jungle Book:

Everyone was raving about this film, i have watched the original animation, and the live action is amazing! The cgi for the animals is unreal, you have to go watch this film!

Random:

My Bike!:

It was my birthday on May 16th, so my mum and dad got me a bike, its this beautiful vintage cruiser, i coulnt get a picture but heres what it looks like!

 

Yankee Candle Votive:

My best friend got me this yankee votive (in strawberry buttercream) and this cute holder, it smells so goood!

 

 Music:

Mrs Potato Head - Melanie Martinez

Rock Bottom - Hailee Steinfeld,DNCE

Salvation - Gabrielle Aplin

So, thats it for my May faves, hope you liked it, dont forget to like, comment and follow my blog!

See you soon,

Maya xx

Twitter: @mayaa1680

Instagram: @xmayaxyz