How To... Transform A Cupcake Box

Today I decided I needed a box to put my nail varnishes in, but I didn't want to buy one. So I took the plastic box I got a super-posh cupcake in and did this:
BEFORE:



AFTER:

Soooo sorry but my camera's AWFUL!
But anyway, what do you think??!
From The Girl With The Notepad :)



Double Chocolate Chip Muffins :D

I had a craving for these the other day so I thought I'd make them! Yum... Here's how to make double chocolate chip muffins...

DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS:

150g plain flour

2 teasp. B.P

50g caster sugar

1 beaten egg made up to 200ml with milk

vanilla essence

50g butter or margarine

15g cocoa powder

100g chocolate chip

6 muffin cases

METHOD:

1. Set oven to 200 C or Gas 6

2. Place 6 muffin cases into a muffin tin

3. Melt butter in a small pan- leave to cool

4. Sieve flour and B.P into mixing bowl

5. Add the sugar, cocoa powder and chocolate chips

6. Beat egg in a measuring jug

7. Add vanilla essence

8. Make up to 200ml with milk

9. Add the melted butter to jug and mix

10. Pour the liquid into a mixing a bowl and carefully fold into the flour with a tablespoon, be careful not to over mix!

11.Fill the six muffin cases

12.Bake straight away on upper shelf for 20-25mins until well risen and golden

13.Cool for 2 mins and enjoy!

Is there anything you would like to make and would like to see how to do it here? Drop a comment and I'll look into it!

From The Girl With The Notepad :)

Nail polish anyone?

I've got into nails recently and I wanted to share the best (in my opinion) here so you have some ideas next time you want a new one!

 



Instant Nail Effects Barry M Nail Paint, Topshop Nails, Beautyuk Glam Nails, 60 Seconds Rapid Ruby Rimmel London, Mua Makeup Academy Nail Polish.

Can anyone recommend a good nail polish???
From The Girl With The Notepad :)

Books you've gotta read...

I think it's fair to say that all lovers of writing are also lovers of books. Want a good read? Here are my recommendations!


An absolutley amazing story, everyone I have met who has read it has said the same. It's all about a girl who's adopted and wants to find out where she came from...Girl, Missing by Sophie Mckenzie



One of the weirdest stories I've ever read, but it's incredible! A classic, but the best one! This book could come under loads of catagories: Classic, Romantic, Thriller, Mystery... it's got it all. The story? An orphan Jane who has it tough growing up.. and one day she meets a interesting Mr Rochester... Jane Eyre, Charlotte Bronte



Pack it in with the bikini and the sunscreen... a light, breezy read, but fantastic! All about Sarah, Bron, and Elsa, three women trying to create perfect weddings, while struggling with love themselves...



A very strange book, yet so riveting. From the first page I was sucked in... this book's all about the mystery. Read and find out why a famous author Vida Winter who never tells the truth is desperate to tell her strange life story to a stranger Margaret Lea... The Thirteenth Tale, Diane Setterfield



I don't care if it's meant for little kids! I LOVE this book! It's so great if you're in need of a comfort story. Meet James who goes on a strange adventure with some animal friends... James And The Giant Peach, Roald Dahl

Okay, so what are your recommendations for me?
From The Girl With The Notepad :)

Songs with stories :)

I am a dedicated listener to my iPod and adore songs, they lift you up and make you think clearly! But recently I realised I've been missing out on all the videos, so went on YouTube to have a look. I particularly love the songs with videos that tell a story:

You Belong With Me, Taylor Swift

Last Friday Night, Katy Perry

Someone Like You, Adele

Your fave songs with stories behind them? Which is your fave from above?

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A Clothing Commentry

Hey! Unforunately, I'm ill :( but doing posts always cheer me up!
The following is some gorgeous clothes I've seen this week, and I've done some commentry on them using poetry, to spice things up a bit.
Btw, this idea was given to me by Ryann B, check out her blog, it's fantastic- http://www.ryannsrunway.blogspot.com/ x

H&M, £12.99
Wrap around and snuggle in
My world of my delight
Lose yourself in my brightness
A beautiful sight



Cardigan, H&M, £19.99
I'm not too fast.
I think.
I know.
I'm sure?
I'm right on track.




Topshop, £22.00
I'm waiting for the fireworks
But look into my eyes
I'll slam into reality
So tell me there's no lies



Republic, £10.00
Life's a rollercoaster
I'm at the very top
I might come crashing down
But I know it will soon stop
I'm living in the moment
I'm living life in full
Lift me up and shout out:
"YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!"



Yumi, £30.00
It's a normal day
I've come to stay
I'll sit at my desk
And be the best
I'll tear my hair out
And scream and shout
But underneath I'll let you in
To others I'll smile, to you I'll grin

As always, leave me a comment and let me know what you think! Anyone got any more ideas? I'm all ears.
Big hugs,
From The Girl With The Notepad :)

Inspired

I'll just start off by saying sorry that I haven't blogged for two days, but I've been away.
But now I'll show you some pictures that kickstarted some verses:


It's just a feeling
That hearts can not contain
I think that I'm insignificant
But somehow, so are they




Shout it from a mountain
Jump into the sea
Hold my hand, babey
And come and fly with me




In a world full of chaos
An oasis of peace
A calmness that will fill you
Which teachers cannot teach



An everday miracle
It's forming in the sky
Something that can't be copied
No matter how hard we try

I felt like it was time this blog was filled with a bit more poetry!
Is there any kind of writing/fashion/recipes you'd like me to blog about! Drop a comment and let me know!
From The Girl With The Notepad :)