Little beauty diary : My dream. My love. My lesson

Hi! so i finally made my move to be on YOUTUBE . I actually wasn't that sure because i had no gut at all, but i always have these thoughts of " you'll never know until you try". So, i think i would love to give a try, then..

What is the important thing of being on Youtube for me is i have a more space to express my creativity, things that i have a passion in and share it with others. It will teach me more about a hard work, a dedication, discipline and sharpen my creativity. I am a kind of person who loves to see what i have done or what i have created, it is just a self reflection throughout the process..you learn how to do that, you create what is on your mind, you dream big and you see the result of the achievement..so basically..it is a challenge.  I just hope what i have achieved, my lessons, a little tiny thing achievement, my creativities or my ideas or opinion, would inspire other...

When i was a little girl, i always wanted to become a designer, i love drawing and sketching. I used to read Japanese manga comic books and my dad used to buy lots of them for me..i always admire how the pictures could talk and creates the story. So, i learned how to draw on the paper and i could spend lots of note book just to draw the figures and i created my own story line. Ever since, i told myself,  this is my dream..creating something fashion and beauty related. Thats for sure..I even told my mom.." one day, i will live in big city in a big country and design stuff for people"...a little girl with a big dream, huh?=D

So, i pushed myself to the edge somehow, i grew up mostly apart from my family because i insisted to see the world outside. I wasnt a "normal" girl at school because i didnt like learning from the book..my best subjects at school were always English, History and Art...if those people spent only 3 years for the high school, i spent 5 years for high school..then, those people started to call me names regarding my high school terms..well, i just hate school, anyway...I kinda created my own world back then,  had some 'weird' circle of friends..and some people called me weirdo..lol..but, thats me, i am living in my dream...till now!

Then, my college years...duh!boring! but i passed it in 4 years..but still  i do not think i learned lots from it..lol. such a waste!! I wanted to join fashion school, but there were a big NO..so, i had to take whatever available in my city..i went to a fashion course in Surabaya. I learned so fast about fashion, especially illustration, 1 year later, i became the finalist of some fashion design competitions..not one, but couple of them..never won, but i am proud. I also became a teacher assistant for 3 years at the fashion course class..my experiences help a lot for my portfolios. Instead listening to those people with "NO, you CANT" i made my own way through....

After college, i went to Shanghai-China. There, i landed my dream job, i was a handbag designer for a big Chinese company. I learned a lots about designing in real world, some people think it would be an easy job to do, but it is not. 

Then, i guess i am here now, i am currently living in big country and counting my way to get what i wanted to be, just remember, baby steps count...and i am glad, i am willing to give a try to express my creativity on Youtube. Some probably says nothing special about that, but for me, it is a good start...with a little faith in me,  a hard work...i know i will get somewhere...

so yeah, enjoy my first YOUTUBE video..i know it is not perfect, but it will be improved time after time...=)

thanks so much for the supports to all my readers and followers..nothing would lead me to start a new project without you all..I will take all of you with me on my new journey!! much love! xoxo

welcome to my channel

xoxo

Little beauty diary : (My) Guide to Summer beauty!

Hello!

Summer is almost here...sunlight, hot temperatures, tanned skin, beaches, shorts, bikinis..and ice cream yum!=D

So, here are (my) guide to summer beauty.. enjoy!

Face/Body care products : 

 Laura Mercier

 Etude house 

 Cetaphil

Instead of thick foundie, try to replace it with BB, CC or even tinted moisturizer. Sweating under the hot temperatures would melt the foundations and creates a cakey look on the face, it would also block the pores and creates a blotchy look on the skin. BB or CC or even tinted moisturizers are lighter than foundation formula, therefore, it allows your skin breathe easily, leaves a natural looking face even though it is all covered up. It also does a lot of benefits on the skin than foundations. Some Asian beauty company have the waterproof formula for BB cream. Try The Face Shop Waterproof BB.

Jergens

Garnier

Josie Maran 100% pure Argan oil

I love mixing my (SPF) body lotion with Josie Maran Argan oil to create a glowing looking skin. But, if you dont like oil residue on the skin too much, try Garnier Triple Nutrition Dry oil. You can use it on the face, hair and even the body. One product with multi benefits from Olive oil, Avocado oil and Shea. Looking for the moisturizer that also help creates the tan looking skin but with SPF protections? Try Jergens Natural Glow SPF 20. 

Do not forget about your lips, try Nivea A kiss of Cherry Fruity lip care SPF 10 before applying lipstick. Since they rarely covered and constantly exposed to sun damage, you might want to protect your lips as well..

Coty Airspun loose face powder

Bless cosmetic acne loose powder

Loose powder absorbs oil better than pressed powder. It creates more natural look on the face. But keep in mind : Pressed powder is good for Dry skin, Loose powder is good for Oily skin. Always remember,  Summer is all about having fun under the weather, try as much as you can to look naturally under the sun!

Tips : Refresh your face once a while during the day or before the touch up, my favorite face spray is Evian Spray Brumisateur Natural Mineral water.

Hair products : 

Try to use less heat on the hair, the weather is hot enough for your hair anyway. Beach hair is always sexy for the summer. Create a friendly waves using roller and spray the Beach hair spray product which contains the salt water to hold the waves! I like L'oreal Everstyle Texture series Beach waves spray .The result is more natural than using the hot roller.

Another tips : Sleeping with the messy bun! spray a little bit dry shampoo on it to give a little bit volume or Beach spray product and you wake up with sexy bed hair in the next morning! 

Dove

Garnier

I rarely using hot tools to create the waves on my hair, i always sleep with a messy bun at night and i always wake up with natural waves in the morning!=D

Your Eyes need a protection too :

UVA/UVB are not friendly for your eyes area. You could try to protect the eyes wearing hats if you do not like wearing sunglasses. But, it still not enough, UVA/UVB could create the ugly damages to your eyes such as cataracts, eyelid cancers and even blindness. Squinting your eyes also could create a wrinkle!So, say big no-no for not protecting your eyes from the sun rays.

Wear a good (fashion) sunglasses that has a UV blocked lenses or with a good tinted glasses, also, find what is perfect for you based on your personality..

What Do Your Glasses Say About You?

Ray-ban
Short : Target
Top : Forever21
Hat : Target

firmoo


Ready for summer?
much love
xoxo

Little beauty diary : Into the Night

INTO THE NIGHT

Here another EMERALD themed makeup look. This time i am using 2 colors of Maybelline color tattoo eyeshadow cream with a mint color from LORAC mint edition palette as a base and Milani Ultrafine liquid eyeliner in Emerald Glisten. I got inspired by the colors of the night sky, from the light/dark blue-ish early night tone to the darker late night sky. And the glitter eyeliner color to represent of the stars..lame concept, eh?lol..

Product used : 

LORAC mint edition palette

LORAC lips with benefits lipgloss ( from the LORAC mint palette sets )

L'oreal Colour Riche lipcolor in Fairest nude

Milani Ultrafine liquid eyeliner in Emerald Glisten

Maybelline color tattoo 24hr wear gel cream eyeshadow in Edgy Emerald and Electric blue

See my previous post about this LORAC mint palette here

HOW TO : 

 The look : 

Necklaces : Studded necklace, Forever21

                          Pistols pendant necklace, Vintage

Sea Shell Ring and Bamboo cuts Ring, Bali-Indonesia

Lipsticks : 

LORAC lipgloss in Christian : A little bit thick consistency but i love the color and the smell of it..mm..i would say...cotton candy smells!

Loreal Colour riche lipcolor in Fairest ( it is written wrong on picture, Sorry..) nude : My go to nude lipstick with a hint of pink..

Eyeliner : 

Picked up this new baby last week and i would say, this is a good eyeliner! The felt tip is very tiny and steady. It is easy to build up the tiny stroke to the bold. It has a glitter effect in it. Sparkling eyes!! Recommended!!

FOTD : Late night date with Hubby

Snake skin detailed cuff : Random boutique..i think i got that one when i was in Indonesia..

Lace clutch with chains : Mom's vintage collection.

outfits : Body con teal dress : Got it in China

Black tights : Forever21.

Ready for the night?

xoxo

p.s :

Happy to say that i am nominated for Versatile award by Dee . Thank you soooo much for the kindness..I like her blog, enjoy reading her blog and reviews!!!!!! and i would say she is  a humble and a lovely person...for sure, check her blog,  she shared a post of Indonesian food on her blog one time...oh my..i read her blog about that food and i think it always makes me drooling...lol..Thanks Dee...much love!

( will post the Versatile award blog post soon and i am ready to nominate back some of my lovely bloggers!) Stay tuned!

d.i.y LOVE wooden sign

All you need are a wooden plate or anything that thick enough to stand, some chains or glitters, glue, scissor, brush and paints.  You will also need the picture frame stand ( its optional).  Other than that, you also need a wooden alphabets, or any material such as art&craft foams or tin materials ( maybe cut the empty can of soda drink or cookies jar )...=)

I found this wooden sign at Walmart. Check your art&craft store to find more alternative. You could also use a thick card board and cut it into any shape that you prefer. Paint the basic color on it. I chose Gold because i will make a vintage theme of LOVE sign. 

Glue the small chains all around the wooden edge. ( if you don't think you like the chains material, you can play with some beads or small stones from your backyard ). It is optional.

Now paint the wooden alphabets. Choose your favorite word or saying or even the initials. Let them dry.

To make some vintage effects, paint over the gold-ish tones of color or you can just play with glitters!

Glue the word or saying or the initials on the wooden plate.

Now you have a cute LOVE sign on the table! it is perfect for a gift too!

You can play with the colors if you feel like it! You can do other design on the back side too. Bored with the other, just turn the other! Maybe the other side would be a christmas theme and the other would be a Valentine's day theme...Save big money on decorations! =)



Happy Trying!

XOXO


Comments and questions are welcomed. I will always read each of it and reply on your page!=)

d.i.y Valentine's day room diffuser

d.i.y Valentine's day room diffuser

Here is my another favorite d.i.y project for Valentine's day.

The Heart Shapes Room diffuser!

So, here is my idea of re-using the room diffuser.

Transform it into something cute that you might not find it at the stores!

Cheap and fun to make too!

Cut the Heart shapes from wool felt fabric. You can choose any kind of colors you love. I go with simple classic color of Valentine's day. Cut into some different size. Small and large or medium ones. Make sure they have their pair. We will glue two of heart shape together. Wool felt absorb the diffuser oil easily.

You can also cut the flower shape or maybe your loved ones initial..;)

Prepare the empty ( or your recent plain diffuser ) diffuser bottle and the sticks. Cut the sticks in short and long size. Fill the oil inside the bottle.

Glue the felt heart shapes together, leave the room on the bottom for the stick ( you can also work straight glue it on the stick)

Glue the heart shape on the stick. let it dry.

Fill in the bottle with the heart shape sticks.

This step is optional : add a big heart shape on the front of the bottle.

Now you have a cute bottle of hearts! And you can also smell love in the air!! =)

Happy trying!

xoxo

d.i.y Valentine's day card design ideas

d.i.y Valentine's day card

One of my favorite day to celebrate is Valentine's day! I love decorating the whole place in love signs or heart shaped decorations. Fill the air with some love!

One thing that i love doing is making my own valentine's day card for my loved ones. I prefer handmade, because it feels like we put ourself into it when we do handmade. Every seconds of doing it has the own story and thoughts. You just cant stop thinking or imagine how the person who wil receive it will feel or react. Putting your heart and effort to do something for someone you care about, is something that money cant buy..

Here is my cheap, easy and lovely card cover ideas :

step 1 :Choose any card paper or anything thicker ( art and craft store sells many of paper type that you can use it for your card). Cut it into the card size that you want. 

step 2 : Choose the material that easy to work with. I am using mixing materials such as craft foam and wool felt. Cut it into the heart shape. Any size would work, depends on what you want.

Step 3 : To make a 3d heart shape design, glue the foam heart shape and felt heart step together. 

step 4 :  While waiting until the hear shape dries, cut the wool felt, same size and shape with the card. Glue them together.

step 5 : Glue the heart shape on the card.

Step 6 : Cut the thin lines of felt to frame the card.

Now you have one simple card cover design! 

Want to be more playful?
Check these design ideas :

Just add some letters to make it pop! either it says I heart You, or even both of you initial.

Heart shapes lover and cant get enough of them? Cut bunch of the shapes and spread them on the card cover!

Edgy look but still cute? Add some fun material such as Jeans material.

pssst! you can actually use this design for your home decorations. Put them in the frame to add some cuteness inside your room!


Happy trying! be creative! xoxo!!