Liebster Award

Thank you so much to the amazing blogger Maddie Darling for nominating me for the Liebster Award. You guys should definitely go and follow her blog as it is an amazing blog. So I am going to tell you the rules of this award so you guys can understand it more.

THE RULES:
1. Thank the blog that nominated you and link them
2. Post eleven facts about yourself
3. Answer the eleven questions provided by the person who nominated you and then create 4. eleven-question set for the next group of nominees.
4. Choose eleven people to nominate and link them in this post.
5. Let your nominees know they've been tagged and no tag backs
6. Nominate blogs under 200 followers

11 facts about me.

1. I have two bronze medals for karate both from the Wado Aiwakai Invitational National Championships, 1st from 2013 for my fighting and the 2nd from 2012 for my kata.

2. I used to go dancing and for my dance show I had to dress like the flintstones including a bone in my hair and had to do a forward roll with it on my head on a wooden stage. This was very painful.

3. I used to ask santa for a baby brother, baby sister and an elf every christmas and I am still waiting for these presents but I don't think I am going to get them.

4. I have an obsession for Costa's sticky toffee creamy coolers, they are just amazing especially in this heat.

5. I would choose flats over heels anyday.

6. I wish I could speak a different language because I feel I would be able to communicate to more people. 

7. I have an obsession to hand creams I have 6 at the moment and I always want to buy more.

8. I can be really shy at first but then my attitude around people changes.

9. I never really do much with my hair because it always look dead messy straight after I do it.

10. My favourite thing about having to go back to school is stationary shopping, and I have made sure I have completed this already.

11. I will buy anything that is pastel coloured because I love pastel colours at the moment

The 11 questions that Maddie asked me!

If you could buy one thing in the whole world what would it be?

If I could buy one thing in the whole world it would be something for charity, so something like a wheel chair for someone who needs one and can't one, or something that will help someone.

Would you rather read a book or watch a film? 

This is a really hard one because some books are better than the films and some films are better than the books. So I am going to have to say read a book just because it allows me to imagine I am somewhere else. 

How long does your daily makeup routine take?

I have recently changed my make up routine again so its now different to the youtube video I filmed about two weeks ago, but I am going to guess somewhere between 20 minutes to half an hour depending how I do it and what products I wear.

Why did you start blogging?

This summer I had 12 weeks off and I wanted to able to do something productive so I started a blog and a youtube channel and also it gives me somewhere to but my actual thoughts down and actually communicate to people seen as I am not so good at that in person.

Favourite film?

Right now it has to be 'The Fault In Our Stars' I loved this film and the book and I watched it about a week ago and as soon as I came out the cinema I wanted to watch it again, so I will definitely be buying the DVD when it is out.

 

Who is your favourite Youtuber or Blogger?

This an easy one to answer because mine is my idol and she is my favourite youtuber and blogger and that is Zoe Sugg, aka zoella. She is so good at beauty and hair all her tutorials are amazing, and also she is amazing advice in which I find useful, if you watch her videos you will definitely guess because its her well known one at the moment.  

Favourite makeup brand?

My favorite drug store makeup brand at the moment is MUA, all there products are really cheap and they are all amazing products, However my favourite more expensive makeup brand is Benefit there products are just amazing and all do what they are meant to so thats an added benefit to the products and they look amazing when you're wearing them. 

Bargain Hunter or Big Spender?

Big spender, I spend so much on clothes and makeup. Everyone will say this I have more money than sense especially when ever I go to Nottingham I will be in the Jack Wills shop making a purchase.

Favourite sweets/candy?

I rarely eat sweets because of the amount of sugar and I am on a permanent diet, but when I do eat sweets it would be chocolate or jelly beans but they take me ages to eat.

Favourite season of the year?

This another difficult one because I love the weather in summer, But I love the Holidays in Winter because of christmas and my birthday. However I don't like the weather in winter because the cold gives me chilblains. I can't decide which is my favorite so I am going to say both winter and summer.

Biggest pet peeve?

It would have to be when people think its all about themselves and don't care about anyone else and expect to have the attention on  them all the time. Also when people use people, good example of this is when you are really close to someone everyday and then as soon as you are part they won't talk to you ever again, so basically fake friends.

Now the people I nominate for the Liebster Award are:

Maddie

Holly

still in my nightie

Holly

Amelia

Amie

My questions:

Whats your favourite makeup item?

Favourite youtuber?

Favourite drink?

Favourite food?

Favourite blogger

Weirdest thing about you?

Favourite book?

Favourite film?

Favourite topic of blog or youtube video?

Favourite Holiday?

Items you won't be able to live without?

My summer must haves

Hey Guys,

So I know alot of you have just broken up from school for the summer, so I wanted to share with you what items I have enjoyed the last 5 weeks.

So the First item is the sleek cc cream and what I really like about this is that its really light so you don't feel like you are caked in make up, also another thing I really like about is that has an spf of 29 so it means that I don't need to put suncream on my face.

The next thing is a comfy chair outside this way I can relax in the sun, sadly I don't know what make or anything about the chair I sat in in sept it was a reclining cushioned chair but as long as you are comfortable its all good.

The next thing I have loved is a good book to read, and the book i have really enjoyed was 'The Fault In Our Stars' and I have got to admit this is the best book possible and I was crying so much by the end of this book. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone so go read this but seen as I have finished this one I am going to start reading paper towns. Also books amazing to read in bed, before or after you have slept but also they are amazing to read when relaxing in the sun.

The next item I have loved is the malibu sun screen just because it smells so nice because lets be honest who doesn't want to smell of coconut, and always make me feel like I am in the caribbean or somewhere really relaxed and sunny when I wear it in the sun.

My next favourite thing is a whiteboard from the range and I am using this to make to do lists so I actually do the things I am meant to be doing, an guys if you are bad at doing things do what I do and put things you have already done on it and straight away cross them them or tick them off. I feel this always makes me gain the motivation to actually complete things by the way guys I can't take credit for this idea because one of my teachers told me about this.

The next thing we all need and this is really pretty and cute summer outfits. So this summer I have really been enjoying floral dungarees or t shirt and shorts or even a plain tshirt with printed leggings. You guys can check what I have been wearing on my instagram where is do Ootd its mandybelleblog so go check that out.

The last things I have been really enjoying is Youtube videos, these are also been really good to watch whilst being outside and there some amazing youtubers but also you guys could check out my video its https://www.youtube.com/watch.

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My youtube

Hey Guys,

This blog is really just to let you all know about my channel. I posted my first ever video on there yesterday so I would love it if you all went and checked it out. Also I want you guys to go check out the sacconejolys when you are on youtube because they actually gave me some amazing advice this is what they said to me
"You should trust yourself about 'I can make it. And nobody except God can judge me!' And then, you should make it. Because making videos are your decisions and if you think you should, YOU SHOULD!"
This is the best thing anyone has ever told me so, this quote about who can judge you is going to stick with me forever. Also when you are on there channel comment on one of there videos saying "Mandybelle says thank you!" because I want them to know how much I appreciate it. Also there videos are so amazing and funny, and they have the cutest kids ever.
Also guys I just want to say thank you to you guys I know I have just started all this but you guys are amazing so many of you read my blogs and everything and I really appreciate it, so thanks guys.

My Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWk1pDuJ8i6DiPV8A13piUw

Sacconejolys Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxJrnvfqSSvly5hiq2Fe68g

Recreating Zoella's outfit

Hey guys,

So today I decided I would do a fashion post so we are going to be recreating one of Zoellas outfits so I hope you enjoy it guys.

So this is the outfit we are going to recreate, I choose this one because its really cute and you can change small things so it more personal to you.

The first item you will need is the top and I have found one at American Apparel. Also the good thing about this top is that instead of have the Z you can have your initial so its more personal to you.

Link: http://store.americanapparel.co.uk/unisex-helvetica-alphabet-t-shirt_2001haw1 
Price: £22

The next item me need to complete is the skirt and I have found one similar to Zoe's at Topshop. Alot of places sell these skirts so if you can't find one at Topshop you are bound to find one somewhere.

Link: http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/skirts-449/skater-skirts-3111163/black-scuba-flippy-skirt-2637155?bi=1&ps=20

Price: £25

The final main item of this outfit is the shoes and I have found some that are similar to the ones Zoe is modeling in her outfit at New Look. You can also get them so they have a smaller or larger heel, so it can suit your preference.

Link: http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/view-all-shoes/black-leather-ankle-strap-wedge-sandals_314955301
Price: £24.99



Now we have the outfit sorted we can go to the accessories that Zoella is wearing.

So one of the accessories we can see Zoella modeling is the camel coloured belt and we have found one very similar to hers at Topshop. I feel like this will bring the whole outfit together.

Link: http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/bags-accessories-1702216/belts-466/charm-skinny-leather-belt-3020499?bi=1&ps=20
Price: £18

The next accessory is the glasses that I think really suit Zoella and the outfit, so I have found some similar to Zoe's at Claires. Also these come in different styles and patterns so you can choose your favourite.

Link: http://www.claires.co.uk/black-rubberised-retro-geek-glasses/shop/fcp-product/18589
Price: £6

Also know that Zoella always wears her rose gold watch and we can see that she is wearing it on her left wrist in this outfit, so I found one similar at Topshop.

Link: http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/bags-accessories-1702216/watches-2497426/nixon-small-rose-gold-kensington-watch-2652084?bi=61&ps=20
Price: £170

We can also tell that on her right wrist she is wearing a black bracelet. So we have found a simple black bracelet at Pandora, obviously you can use a different black bracelet if you wanted.

Link: http://estore-uk.pandora.net/bracelets/moments-black-triple-leather-bracelet/590714CBK-T.html?prefn1=color&start=2&cgid=39cfe14b-61cd-4afd-ae28-a0c9008dd246&prefv1=Black
Price: £45

Finally we can tell Zoella is wearing a dark red lipstick that gives the outfit a bit more colour but it still suits the outfit because it is a dark red. I have found one by BarryM that is a similar colour to the one Zoella is wearing. You can use a different brand if you don't like this brand or if you prefer a different brand.

Link: http://www.superdrug.com/Barry-M/Barry-M-Lip-Paint-Cranberry-Red/p/551156
Price: £4.49



So that was my version of Zoella's outfit please recommend, comment and follow. Also please follow my twitter @Mandbelleblog and subscribe to my youtube I will start uploading videos soon.

Thanks and bye Guys.

Your Opinion

Hey Guys

So I have been really enjoying writing these blogs so I wanted your opinion. I was thinking about doing vlogs as well as blogs so If you feel like you have been enjoying my posts and you would love to see vlogs by me comment below 'vlog & blog' or if you feel like I should just stick to making blog comment below 'blog'.

If you feel like vlogging is something you would like to do go check out jim champans video about how to be a youtuber.

Thanks you guys for reading this don't forget to comment, recommend and follow. Also don't forget to follow my twitter it @Mandybelleblog. You guys mean so much to me thank you for reading all my posts.

A picture that says a thousand words

Hey Guys

Sorry I didn't do a post yesterday I was really busy but today's post is really special. The picture below is of my kitten Chelsea today is her first birthday.

My Kitten

This is one of the first picture I took of Chelsea after we adopted her from an animal rescue but she is the best possible thing that has happened to me. My parents got me this kitten during a time when I was feeling depressed and pressured so this little kitten brightened up my life and allowed me to enjoy things more. Also I have always said she is part dog because she will play fetch (she does bring the ball back) and also she will know when your upset and cheer you up.

Thanks for reading this today guys recommend, comment and follow. Also don't forget to follow our twitter @Mandybelleblog and don't forget to come back tomorrow for another post.

Bye Guys, hoped you enjoyed it today.  

June Favourites

So its official guys its the last day of June and half way through the year, thats scary. So I wanted to share with you guys what I have been enjoy this June. Hope you see some items you want to try or you have tried and agree with me about.

Okay so the first product I have really loved this month is a lipgloss and its the Urban Decay Naked Lipgloss in the colour Lovechild, its a really nice pink looks amazing on. Also what I love about this lipgloss is that it doesn't feel sticky on your lips and also it has vitamin E, avocado oil and shea butter in it so it makes your lips feel more nourished and hydrated.

Urban Decay Naked LipGloss in colour Lovechild

The next item I have really loved in June is the Benefit they're real mascara, this makes your eyes looks amazing and never clumps. Also I have had this little for a couple of months now and I use it everyday and it still has not run out because you don't need to use that much at a time. I can honestly say this is my favourite mascara ever.

Benefit they're real mascara

 The next item are a pair of shoes and these are the nike blazers. I know I am really late with the trend from these but to be honest I don't care, but i am not going to lie this are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. Also blue is one of my favourite colours so this makes these so much better.

Nike Blazers

Okay so this is another thing that I am actually quite late with and thats the fault in our stars. However there is a reasonable reason for this and that is because the everyone was reading this whilst I was revising for my exams and I kept saying to myself I buy it then read it all as soon as my exams are over, and that is what I did but I haven't finished yet. I will be doing a review on this later in the month so remember to check that out.

The fault in our stars book by John Green

The next thing I have been using for a long time but I have always loved it and that is the soap and glory great shakes hand cream. I do own a lot of hand creams and this one is my favourite, Just because it leaves your hands feeling silky soft but not feeling greasy and that is what I love in hand creams. Also it smells amazing and makes your hands feel really hydrated.

Soap and glory great shakes hand cream

The next one is an app I have been really enjoying this month and that is YouTube and I have literally spent all the time since my exams finished watching vlogs and there just amazing and funny. Also there are some amazing youtubers out there but ones I have been really enjoying are Pointlessblog, Marcus Butler, Zoella, Tanya Burr, Jim Chapman, Thatcherjoe, Funforlouis, Sprinkleofglitter, and Casper. Also some of these youtubers have second channels and they are also amazing so I recommend you go and check out their channels.

This one is a song I have really enjoyed this month and that is Ghost by Ella Henderson, this is just one amazing song and I would recommend this song to anyone.

My last favourite is my favourite vlog of June and that is by Marcus Butler and its called "Nobodys Perfect - Dealing With Pressure" this is an amazing vlog and I would recommend this to anyone but especially to people who are self conscious or who feel pressured. I think you should all go and have look at it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQVWz_qZnsc  also give the video a thumbs up.

Okay so thats my June favourites please comment, share with your family and friends and please follow me on here and on twitter (@Mandybelleblog) Come back tomorrow to read tomorrows blog.

Bye Guys.

Dreams and Goals for the next 5 years

So I thought it would share my goals I set my self for the next 5 years or what I would like to happen.

My first one is to get at least 5 A* to C on my GCSE's. It seems so far away but I am actually counting down till the 21st of August because is when I get to go and collect them, I can tell you it's 53 days till I collect my results and I will be honest I am really scared about opening them because I found them really hard.

My second one is to get into the sixth form I want to get into, this is because it has my options that I really want to do and its a really nice school. I can't actually wait till i start and get back to doing the subjects i enjoy. I also would love to come out with amazing grades that will hopefully get me somewhere.

My third one is to go to university and come about with a good grade in an area I really enjoy and hopefully get me really successful job.

My fourth is to raise at least £200 and give it to charity. Also I think I would to like to give it Cancer research because it has been a big issue to my family.

My next one is one I know is going to happen because its for me to go back to Iceland. I originally went back in October 2013 and I have been given the opportunity to go back in February 2015 and is something I can't wait to do again. It is an amazing place and a place i would recommend.

This next one is one you might say I am too old for but it's something I didn't get to experience during my childhood and that is to go to Disney Land. I am planning to go with my sister and we both can't wait to go to. So it's just a matter of saving the money up now.

My next one is to learn to drive and to buy my first car. This is something that I feel that its something I feel I need to learn due to where I live, I actually feel like I live in the middle of no where. Also I would love to one day own a Mini or a Fiat 500 but I know it won't definitely be my first car.

Another one is for this Blog to be successful and feel like I am making people happy by writing this. Also I feel like if this turned out to successful I would start a vlog because I feel like I would be more confident.

My last one is to meet my idol who has inspired me to start a blog and who has actually inspired me in everything. My idol is Zoella she is just amazing and so honest, I feel like this is a person could help me be more confident.

Thank you for reading this guys, come back tomorrow for another post, please share this blog with all your family and friends. Also please subscribe and comment ideas for future posts. Also follow us on twitter @Mandybell

Top 20 Beauty Tips

Hey guys, so these are a few of my  top beauty tips that i feel will be useful to you guys I hope you enjoy.

1. Use conditioner instead of shaving gel, this makes the hairs softer meaning its easier to shave but also it leaves your legs feeling really soft. The soft feeling lasts much longer than it does when you use shaving gel.
2. So when you paint your nails and you have made a small mistakes, get a cotton bud and dip it in nail varnish remover then use that to neaten up your nails and get rid of the mistakes.
3. SMILE, we all have heard that smiles are contagious so we need to prove it smile at everyone you see today it will make them smile. Also you will always look much prettier when you smile and its the best accessory you will ever own, so wear it.
4. If you would say your hair was not in the best condition I would suggest combing through conditioner in the shower, this will definitely improve the condition of your hair.
5. Most people use their shampoo and conditioner because of the benefits it suggests, however if you don't change them you won't get the full and best benefits it advertises. So I recommend you change your product every now and then so you will receive the best benefits.
6. Try all the free samples that you are given or get in magazines because it a free way trying new products and you never know you might find a product that you will love and never stop using.
7. When your hair has lost all its volume spray dry shampoo into then blow your hair with a hair dryer then within minutes you have volumized hair without any water.
8. Always remember to remove ALL makeup before you go to bed this will reduce the chances of spots and blackheads meaning your skin will be clearer. 
9. If you find plucking your eyebrows painful I recommend doing it after you have come out of the shower because you will find that it will be less painful.
10. You need to keep hydrated this will allow your skin to stay clear and also allow it to have a healthy glow, they recommend that you drink 8 glasses of water.
11. You should apply sunscreen daily, especially to your face and neck because they are the parts that age the fastest.
12. If you want to stay healthy you need to remember to have a diet filled with fruit and veg.
13. So you don't look tired you need to make sure you get at least 8 hours of sleep each night, this will stop you from looking tired.
14. When you about to paint your nails we all shake the bottles to loosen it but don't. Instead role it in your hands because shaking it will cause air bubbles.
15. This sounds really stupid but practice different facial expressions daily, this tones your facial muscles.
16. Everyday remember to laugh especially when you are stressed this will definitely help reduce your stress.
17. When removing nail varnish I recommend using a jay cloth these make it so easy to remove nail varnish. Also they are reusable, last forever and are really easy to find in shops seen as most supermarkets will sell them also places like wilkinsons will sell them.
18. Okay so your about to go out but you look really tired, I would definitely recommend putting ta bags on your eyes, obviously wet the tea bags but after a few minutes your eyes will look and feel refreshed.
19. If your what to have really nice nails without having to paint them then wait for them to dry, just place your nails in a bowl of lemon juice for a couple of minutes then pat them dry and they should look whiter then they did before. Obviously longer you leave them in the lemon juice whiter they look.
20. So if your hair is starting to look like it getting greasy and you are in a rush so don't have time to wash it, simply brush talcum powder through your hair and it will freshen up your hair.

Thanks for reading this today, come back tomorrow and check out tomorrows. Meanwhile please share this with your friends and family and follow us on twitter @Mandybelleblog xx