FOUR SIMPLE WAYS TO SWITCH UP YOUR HOME FOR AUTUMN

Hello everyone! So in Friday's post i shared with you my makeup switch up for autumn and it got me thinking about all the other things we tend to switch up like the decor in our homes, once the seasons change. If you are not one for making drastic changes and would sooner add in a slight hint of something here and there (just like me) then i think these four simple ways to switch up your home for autumn, would come in handy. Also there are so many stunning pieces available already on the high street both online and in-store, which means you don't have to completely break the bank for these changes.

cushions:

H&M home patterned cushion cover (available in grey/white and dark orange/white)

M&S velvet textured cushion (available in teal, silver grey, amethyst and gold) 

ZARA Home knit cushion cover (also available in different knit textures)

H&M home beige faux fur cushion cover (also available in old rose)

Switching out your cushions/cushion covers for something with a more cosy texture such as a velvet effect, faux fur or knitted texture is a super simple touch and quite effective. Another great way to use cushions is to pair a plain textured cushion, with a slightly more patterned or autumnal toned cushion. I think there is something super inviting and cosy about pairing the two types of cushions, that look great on either sofas, chairs or on the bed. 

metal accessories: 

H&M home gold metal candle plate (could be paired with the tall metal vase also)

H&M home gold metal trivet (also available in silver and black) 

George at ASDA copper leaf plate (perfect side table piece or key/jewellery tray) 

Oliver Bonas gold metal hexagon wine rack (also available in copper metal) 

Adding something simple as a metal accessory can transfer your home to an autumnal wonderland in an instant, especially because on the high street at the moment there are so many cool leaf/acorn designed decor pieces. Adding something with a warm gold or copper metal finish, will help warm up the room to add towards the whole "cosy vibe" especially a candle plate stocked with your favourite autumn scents. 

candles/scents:

Yankee Candle warm cashmere scent large jar (village candles also do great jar scents)

The White Company autumn signature candle (perfect autumn candle to splurge on)

Neom tranquillity scent to sleep candle (another splurge worthy candle)

M&S patchouli and clove potpourri (great way to add a decorative colour and scent)

Talking of scents, autumn scented candles are probably my favourite accessory and there is nothing cosier than snuggling up watching some tv, with a candle or two lit. When it comes to candles you can either save or splurge, all depending on how often you are going to use them. Yankee Candle and Village Candles are great for a slightly more budget candle, ranging from sweet autumnal scents to fresh/musk-y autumn scents. Another great touch to add both scent and colour to a room is potpourri, yes potpourri quite a traditional homeware piece but still one that looks great mixed together with a slightly more modern piece for some edge.

wall decor:

ETSY hello fall autumn printable quote (great to add a little autumnal colour)

ETSY black hello fall print quote (perfect print to pair with a metal frame)

George at ASDA copper wall clock (the copper metal adds a slight autumnal vibe)

H&M Home gold round wall mirror (both metal/wall decor perfect for a slight change)

Finally we have wall decor and adding a simple print with a more autumn inspired quote couldn't be easier, in fact you could even do this without leaving the house. Pairing the simple wall print with a metal frame which could match other metal decorative pieces you already have in your room, would really help tie the whole theme/vibe of the specific room together. If wall art isn't for you then adding a couple of different wall pieces, such as a simple copper clock to add warmth and a mirror for some dimension and light.

MULTI-PURPOSE MAKEUP & BEAUTY STORAGE

Hello everyone! So last month i did a couple of posts talking about all things makeup storage, from my own makeup de-cluttering/organising part one and part two, to a dressing table essentials that won't break the bank post. When it comes down to storage you don't always have to play by the rules and use something that is designed specifically for that purpose, you can switch things up and use something different. There are so many cool items out there, that can be used for its original purpose or to also store your makeup/beauty products and for today's post i thought i would share with you some of my favourite multi-purpose storage items.

1. jewellery boxes (similar style here)

You can get these dressing table perfect jewellery boxes, which tend to be glass with some form of metallic edging detail from pretty much anywhere and for not a lot of money. That being said these can be used for a lot more than storing jewellery, you can also store things such as nail polish, shadows and everyday makeup.

2. toothbrush holders (h&m home holder)

Toothbrush holders are the perfect multi-purpose piece, they can house your makeup brushes, lip glosses, cotton buds, eyeliners, lipliners and they come in some seriously cool prints, like this particular one from h&m home. As toothbrush holders tend to be a little more narrow in width, if you are using one for makeup brushes i would say they work better for smaller eye/detail brushes.

3. jar candles with lids (bath&bodyworks white peach)

Being the candle lover that i am, i know quite a few ways that empty candle jars can be used for rather than just throwing them in the bin. Candle jars with lids can be used for cotton balls, cotton buds and even lipsticks. I just love the way the empty jars look with things stored inside, especially if the jar design is chic looking like the bath&bodyworks ones. 

4. cute quote mugs (similar style here)

Yet another great multi-purpose piece other than for drinking a coffee or two out of is quote mugs, not only do they look stylish and chic, they also are a seriously cool way to store your brushes, lipliners, eyeliners and stick form products just like other jars. I also like the mix and match of the toothbrush holder and mug together. 

5. candle jars (diptyque gardenia)

Pretty much every single diptyque and jo malone candle/beauty lover will know, you probably can't get a more chic way to re-use anything than with one of these empty jars. These are another alternative for smaller brushes, lip and eye pencils and another cool use for storing your nail tools, such as nail files, scissors, tweezers etc.

6. wire baskets (similar style here)

Wire baskets are a super cool way to store all kinds of products, even to be used as bathroom storage and all depending on the size of the baskets uses. A cool use for these wire baskets is to store any bath bombs/lush products in, shower essentials, body creams/fake tan etc. If you got your hands on a square/rectangular shaped wire basket, this would be a cool way of storing your eyeshadow or larger face palettes. 

7. cake stand (similar style here)

I actually saw this particular way of storing your nail polishes on a cake stand on pinterest a while back, i think it is such a cool/unique way to have them on display. Another thing you could display on one is your perfumes on the bottom and some jewellery pieces on the top layers. 

8. bead box with lid (similar style here)

These particular box organisers usually used for storing beads, can be used for storing a few different beauty items. The first being your false lashes, rather than having all the boxes cluttering up your drawers and even to re-store once worn. Another couple of ways to use these for storage is for nail accessories, such as gems/glitter and also artificial nails. You can pick these bead boxes up for ridiculously cheap, some are as little as £1.50.

9. tea light candle holders (leredoute tea light candle holders)

Yet another way to store your makeup brushes, lip and eye pencils is by using tea light holders either buying them for this purpose, or because you are similar bored of burning candles in them (just don't forget to give them a clean before). You can pick up some super chic styles/finishes from metal, to bubble glass and mosaic tiles.

10. coffee table tray (h&m home round metal tray)

Usually used for a coffee table centrepiece but a great alternative is to use one to display your perfumes/favourite perfumes, you could also arrange a tray of a couple of different pieces, like a re-used candle holder with your brushes and jewellery.

11. letter holders (john lewis letter holder)

Not one for displaying your mail in one of these holders? no me either, but a great way to display makeup with one of these is to place your favourite palettes in the slots. Doing this is a great way of decorating your dressing table also. If a acrylic finish isn't your style, you can also get a hold of wire finished ones, wood and also plastic. This is a easy style of product that you could simply spray/paint whatever colour or finish you wanted to also.

12. wall shelves (similar styles here)

Finally we have a great way of storing your beauty products, if you don't have a lot of floor space. Because who said shelves were just made for books? Shelves are a great way of displaying all of your bathroom favourites, from shampoos, to body washes and if a display tray isn't for you then a shelf is another great way of showing off your perfumes/fragrances. If you wanted to do a two-in-one you could also store the wire baskets above on a shelf in a row, all depending on how organised/tidy you like things to look.

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OFFICE/DESK FINDS: STATIONERY/DECOR

Hello everyone! A couple of weeks a go i shared a post talking about dressing table essentials that won't break the bank, i also mentioned the fact that my dressing table also doubles up as my desk/work space. So with that in mind for today's post i thought i would do a part two to the essentials post, this time sharing some great office desk/stationery finds from organising to decorative items.

1. typo gold acrylic stapler was £20 now £12

2. john lewis rose gold magazine file £15

3. sass & belle stargazer unicorn trinket dish £7.19

4. paperchase rose gold paperclips £2.50

5. typo rose gold eiffel scissors (also available in gold) £8

6. paperchase rose gold hb pencils (set of 5) £3

7. asos x ohh deer big dreams notebook £4.95

8. paperchase rose gold binder clips (pack of 24) £2.50

9. etsy fresh and modern color mouse pad £9.86

10. john lewis gold stripe mug £5

11. john lewis rose gold pen pot £8.50 

12. etsy ooh la la print french quote £5

13. etsy eiffel tower print £4.50

14.next large coral ranunculus jar £10

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