Make Up and Mirrors

Day one at DSFitness

2011-04-19T09:52:00.001+01:00

Well it wasn't really what I expected, in a good way!

Diane greeted me last night at reception and within 3 minutes I was on a cross trainer... I was on it for ages! Even got to that stage where I had heartburn! It was nice to feel like I was really working tho and even better that someone was pushing me through it all the way. Otherwise I wouldve given up well before I actually stepped off!

I didn't realise she would actually take the time to personally train me. It's just what I need. I'm post natal so my body is so out of shape inside an out. My core muscles don't exist, it feels like a hollow in my stomach still even after 7m. But last night I understood why and what I needed to do to get it back. My measurements aren't too bad but because I don't have any core muscles my natural corset doesn't exist and I hang OUT! :/

So last night was mainly about understanding my own body and what results I wanted from it. And let's not forget I also did my first full workout for about 6 years!

Today I feel good, physically and mentally. I already know it's going to work and I already feel my stomach coming back and I already feel my endorphins releasing stimulous!

I'm ready for my 2nd dose tonight! Bring it!

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The Pinfold Challenge

2011-04-18T12:27:00.001+01:00

OK so as you all know ever since the Birth of my Son (7m) I have been struggling to shed the baby weight. I did go from 8st 7 to 12st 7 , gave birth to a 9lb baby and was left with about 11st 2. In 7 months I have managed to get down to 10st without too much diet and no exercise really and I'm now a size 12/14 (14 on the hips).

I am quite determined to get down to my regular size 10, healthily. And all before June 11th (my little sisters wedding day) .....and yes, I have ordered a size 10 dress!

So my editor at The Pinfold has layed down a challenge! Lose 2 dress sizes in 6 weeks.

I will be enrolling this evening at 7.40pm with DSFitness for her Bride 2 Fit dose of gruelling exercise and nutrition advice.

I'm quietly excited however because I can't wait to get bck in my old Wocky clothes, craze my endorphins and start eating well again. Plus its great for youthful skin :)

I'll report in later! Adios! X

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Busy busy busy

2011-04-14T12:12:00.001+01:00

I've been the worst blogger recently! I apologise profoundly!

I hve however been up to lots of real life stuff :) makeovers, pamper parties, weddings.. It's all go! So a big THANK YOU! to you all for using my services!

I hope you manged to read a copy of my new column in THE PINFOLD LOCAL? if not then find one :) I have lots of exciting things coming up too. I will keep you posted this week...

Here's a few pictures of some 2011 work..

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Carrot clarifier for spring

2011-03-22T17:29:00.001Z

Not only are carrots good for your health, they can tone and clarify your skin, since they are naturally antiseptic and packed with vitamins (like carotene) and iron.

Carrots are readily available all year rounsoaks cheeeeeeaapp! - so there's no excuse! Homemade masks made from carrots are most appropriate for people with normal to oily skin types but since you're the chef to these beauty recipes, you can include other ingredients that suit your own needs.

My skin tends to be more on the dry side, so I like to add in extra doses of extra virgin olive oil or even half of a mashed avocado to create a hydrating mask.

Nibble on some carrots while you whip up this easy face mask that will be soothing and delicious for your skin! It's ALL GOOD!

HOW TO Homemade Carrot Face Mask....

Peel & steam carrots. Peel one large carrot and steam or boil until tender (when a fork can easily pierce through it, it's ready). Mash the carrot with a fork or masher until it's a creamy consistency.

Mix in honey and extra virgin olive oil. Mix in half a tablespoon of honey and half a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. If your skin is oily, you may omit the extra virgin olive oil.

Add a few drops of lemon juice. Your skin type will depend on the amount of lemon juice you add in (lemon juice is a natural astringent, so the oilier your skin, the more lemon you want in your mask). If you have dry skin, add about 8 drops of lemon and if you have oily skin, add up to 1 tablespoon.

Check consistency. The mixture shouldn't be too clumpy or too runny. If the mix is too thick, you can add in a bit more extra virgin olive oil or water to thin it out. You can add a bit more honey to the mix to give it a thicker, paste-like texture.

Cool down. Let the mixture cool down so that the temperature is comfortable on your skin.

Mask time. Apply the carrot mask onto a clean and bare face, even your neck if you wish, but avoid the eye and mouth area. Leave it on for 10 -15 minutes and wash it off with warm water afterwards. Pat dry and follow up with your favorite moisturizer or eye cream.

Beautylish Tip: Like any skincare product, be sure to patch test the mask on yourself to ensure that negative reactions do not occur. If you ever feel any discomfort or irritation after you've applied the mask, wash it off immediately with warm water.

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A non event..

2011-02-09T17:42:00.001Z

So today I was full of intention, I have been getting orders for hairbands, garters, allsorts since I started sewing again... So tonight I have to do 5 orders before my hectic weekend begins!

Tomorrow night I'm taking Lex to see the Saturdays in Manchester, then I have gigs Friday and Saturday so I really need to get on with it..

But...
Cooper has been a right handful today. He just wants to watch 'Little Charley Bear' on repeat and scream at it. The moment it finishes he moans... I, however am growing a little sick of James Cordens voice in my house everyday.

So far i have a tidy lounge and kitchen but no sewing has been done. It is also 5.30pm now and i didnt get any Cadbury purple ribbon today so its a late night trek round Dunelm Mill for me..

Laters x

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I made a dress ya know..!

2011-01-15T12:34:00.001Z

I'm so chuffed with myself! Honestly, I'm over the moon with my new creation, but perhaps more with my new talent :)

It all started with this whole vintage/ 50's/ Mad Men style that's hitting us. I instantly recognised that even my post natal size 14 body could pull this one off.. Boobs, hips... boobs...

So it began. I searched eBay, asos, very, all the usual Internet spots but nope.. Only poor replicas of classic designs and you can never be sure of the material until it arrives. I did however have the experience I gained in Mrs Longmuirs class back in 1995 where I made some flares amongst other things whilst dead set on a career as a fashion designer at 16.. So pattern shopping it became..

I popped along to see Christine Barker in Scott street who was more than helpful, pricey, but helpful. I chose a black and red dog tooth material. But soft not scratchy. And I found a pattern (new look 6000) and decided on pattern C. 2m, a couple of buttons, cotton, zip and £34 later I was sorted..

First things first; I clear my dining room table. (sorry busy house, this table is now mine) Which if your going to try this us essential, clutter and a small working area will not do. You need space, to lay out, take in and ponder.

I cut the pattern to a size 12. They're massive sheets of tracing paper with loads of complicated symbols on them so take some time to read the Key and digest the language before getting scissor happy. Otherwise, like me, you will get in a huff and almost give up before you've started. It's easy, pour some wine, pop Nina Simone on low and take 30mins to read ahead of the instructions and just get into the 50's housewife mindset, perhaps even apply some red lippy and a bow ;)

To be continiued... Must find my iPod for tonights gig.. X

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New year diet

2011-01-03T10:19:00.001Z

Today I start my new year diet. I left you at 10at 7 and a 12/14. Well im still just that. Plus Xmas has been delicious! :)

I'm going to be tackling my recent love for deserts and chocolate. plus addressing some exercise. I will be biking and rollerskating :)

The challenge: brad and I will be battling to lose 10% of our body fat. So I have to lose about a stone and him, 1.5. Its a race. If I win and keep it off for 1 week I get new bathroom flooring. Yey!

I have started with a cup of tea...

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My real chips..

2010-12-15T19:43:00.001Z

Ok so I've been left in on my own and I'm starving.... No baby?.... I'm frying!! :)

So these are my real chips... Trust me and try it! It worth the pans! (and the calories).

First - pour a glass of wine.

Chop some spuds up into wedges, leave the jackets on :)

Par boil them in a pan with a pinch if salt.

Drain them and shake to bash them :) this will allow them to go all crispy round the edges..

Now shallow fry for 5 mins till they start browning.. Mmmmmmm

Now heat sone oil in a roasting tin in the oven at 180• and bung the chips in it.. Oven for about 5 mins, pull them out. Shake and salt and stick em back in!

Now watch them brown and crisp up.. When your happy take them out and drain on some kittchen roll..

Now put them with a beetroot salad, coleslaw and mayo.

I like to dress my salad with Gino's lemon oil, vinegar and black pepper.

Enjoy! X

What happened..

2010-12-05T22:55:00.001Z

Well, I did it! .....no I never lost a stone, infact I'm still 10st 7. But I WAS Gaga! Haha. What a laugh! I totally loved it. I did some awesome smokey eyes for the occasion too!

I was a little 'curvy' for gaga but I found the best way round it was a steel boned corset! Yes, the real deal. And all of a sudden I had a 24'' waist ;)

I had a fabulous dancer to take the attention away from my nervous (and quite tipsy) performance. So a massive thanks to Steph Denman for all her hard work and fabulous moves!

By the way!!.... I made the shoulder cuff! Really! I really enjoyed getting creative again too. Its basically a shoulder pad from the market (16p) a bunch of ribbon and feathers then a hair flower clipped on and sewn to my bra strap :)

So there you go, i did it. And for those of you that couldnt make it to the charity night you will find a video on youtube somewhere.... If you search for the right thing ;) I'm utterly embarrassed about it, mainly because I was horrendously drunk.

Peace out x

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Day 6

2010-11-10T16:13:00.001Z

Well time is flying now! I've been rubbish on my diet but I have tried to exercise more.

I've been mainly surviving off cups of tea in the day on top of breakfast, until dinnertime when i'd have a big tea. I know that's bad and really unhealthy, I said to Yvette on Saturday night that I was worried about irresponsible blogging but I figure as long as I acknowledge my errors you won't be stupid enough to copy me.

Today I've had 2 brews. And a toasted tea cake. It's lunchtime now tho and I'm getting peckish...

I've done my shake weight workout already but I think I'll do another later on because my arms are still floppy :/

BINGO!!!

But yesterday at ASDA I bought a fridge full of fresh meat and veg plus fruit and juice. So this week will be a healthy one.

it's now 3pm and I'm tucking into some berries. Berries are 'fast' foods, they basically speed up your metabolism as does, prawns, tuna and iced water I've been told.

Tomorrow Coops is spending the day with Granny Maz so I will get chance to get tithe leisure centre finally and join the gym :)

4pm: I weigh 10st 7 and I'm measuring in at 37-30-41.

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Day 1

2010-11-05T18:38:00.001Z

Happy Friday!!

So here's my 1st day on the big dietacise!

8am
I'm up and feeding the baby.
Joggers are on to get me in the right frame of mind.
Brew made and drank! (1 sugar)

9.30
Brew #2 and a banana.
6min shake weight

12 midday
Well it's gone wrong already! Brad came home for lunch and brought me a Greens Meat and Potato Pie! I also had a can of Coke :s So I will have to do double exercise today now...

4pm
Haven't snacked all day. Nor had a drop since 12. Howeer I have exercised my fingers on eBay. I'll wait now till Dinner and as it's Bonfire Night I may have a glass of vino or an Italian Lager ;)

6pm
Had a glass of milk because I'm utterly starving!

Now were off to Dereks for fireworks and food. So I'm hoping there will be nice salad :( however I do have some wine to distract me.

Today I weigh 10st 7 so I've done ok with no snacking I suppose :)

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Chippy tea

2010-11-04T18:02:00.001Z

Last night of freedom!

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Goal = Gaga

2010-11-04T17:16:00.001Z

Not blogged in a while, but I was double busy with it being October half term and halloween.

Today though is a fresh start! In 2 weeks i'm performing as Lady Gaga or charity. I agreed to this months ago, assuming by now (10 weeks post natal) I'd be back in a size 10....err, try a snug 14!

Thing is, being a new mum. It's difficult to find any time to prepare anything so I tend to live off biscuits, brews and bananas in the day and eat well at dinner when brad gets home.. Hmm so this is going to be hard.

The challenge:
*Lose 1 stone in 1 week, healthily with diet and excercise*

This is the look I'm going for on the night, so as you can see, I have to lose a stone..

My current weight is 10st 8.5lb

My measurements in inches are:
Bust 37"
Waist 31"
Hips 42" (if your measuring yours it needs to be your widest part ie bum/leg/hips bit..)

Today I bought trainers! Yes trainers! My first pair since I was 19! (I'm 31 now) The sports shop experience was daunting to say the least. I felt too big and too stylish to be in there. It was like "to russia with love" meets "the biggest loser" wardrobe! Anyway I managed it and walked away with these comfy things and some far too comfy joggers! ;)

So first things first.. Last night of food freedom.. Chippy at Grandma Ev's!

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Coops says..

2010-10-25T12:09:00.001+01:00

Coops says morning!!

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Autumn Eyes

2010-10-24T10:13:00.001+01:00

This autumn eyes get smudgy.

Mauves, pinks, browns... Yum

Apply just as you would smokey eyes with a lighter colour to the middle of the socket and darker in the socket and blend blend blend..

Use this look with nude lips and throw on a camel cape :)

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Nude lips have the x factor

2010-10-24T10:08:00.003+01:00

Did you notice Dannii's 'nude' lips on the xfactor last night?

They were lovely.

If you want to opt for the nude look thi autumn to go with your Camel Klobba this is the bet way to Make up it...

X-Factor contestant make-up artist Adam De Cruz says this look is really easy to re-create...

"First of all make sure your lips are scrubbed and moisturised. Then rub in a concealer on the lips. Use a light brown lipliner and line your lips and blend into the concealer.

"After this you can just apply gloss or you can put on a caramel like lipstick colour on and blend into the lipline. Perfect nude lips!"

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Nude lips have the x factor

2010-10-24T10:08:00.001+01:00

Did you notice Dannii's 'nude' lips last night on the xfactor last night?

If you want to opt for the nude look this autumn to go with your Camel Klobba this is the best way to Make up it...

X-Factor contestant make-up artist Adam De Cruz says this look is really easy to re-create...

"First of all make sure your lips are scrubbed and moisturised. Then rub in a concealer on the lips. Use a light brown lipliner and line your lips and blend into the concealer.

"After this you can just apply gloss or you can put on a caramel like lipstick colour on and blend into the lipline. Perfect nude lips!"

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Did it I think..

2010-10-22T17:00:00.001+01:00

After the post office I went to tesco for baby milk. While I was there I also bought some baby rice and rusks. I know they say 4m+ but I'm tempted to try him, and I did. But he was just confused and craving a teat een after 6oz of milk so I just gave up and finished the bottle. I'll try again in a few weeks if he's still not sleeping :/ saying that he's fairly food drunk now!

Brads working late now so I gonna have to cancel some plans but it may give me chance to practice making chocolate lollys before lex comes up Sunday :)

If I do I'll blog the results later x

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Made it

2010-10-22T14:21:00.001+01:00

At the post office!! :)

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Lunchtime

2010-10-22T13:21:00.001+01:00

Brad came home at lunchtime. So he made me a sandwich and a fresh brew :)))

Coops fell asleep for 10 mins. So I dried my hair, ironed his clothes and sterlilised bottles.

He woke up, we got changed.... and he pooed.

Were now feeding again, but were ready so the sec he's done were gettin in that car!... I WILL post these items today! Lol

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First bit done ish

2010-10-22T11:41:00.001+01:00

Ok so..

I managed to have a quick bath with coops in his rocker and there were no tears!

He sat vibrating whilst I washed and dried we then went to the bedroom where I dressed and did a 2 min make up (flawless brush on powder foundation, coralista blush and badgal blue mascara -all benefit). However we never got to dry my hair, that would have upset my newborn somewhat :o

So now were back on the sofa. I have a brew and four Fox's butter crunch infront of me, agreeing baby and bottle on my left and my iPhone in my right. And he's poo'd.... Decision time...

Break off from a sleepy feed and do the bum or feed and have brew then do bum? Hmm...

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To do..

2010-10-22T10:46:00.001+01:00

People tell you how hard it is to get stuff done when you have a baby. And i've seen movies where the mum is rushing kids into the car half dresses and laughed but thought, 'that won't be me tho'.. If you know me you'll know I'm a do-er. I like to think I can tackle anything, but just getting out of the house is proving difficult to say the least.. So today these are the basic things I hve to do, baring in mind my son is 8 weeks old and doesn't sleep In the day and won't sit in his own for more than 3 mins.....

First feed done, poo done, my brew done... Now..

Bath/shower (with coops crying)
Dry (with coops crying)
Moisturise(with coops crying)
Makeup (with coops crying)
Hair(with coops crying)
Dress(with coops crying)
Change coops bum
Bath coops
Dress coops
Feed coops (45mins)
Wind coops (10mins)
Eat something..anything (usually of a Fox's brand:/)
Wash bottles(with coops crying)
Make up change bag(with coops crying)
Find my keys(with coops crying)
Put eBay parcels in the car(with coops crying)
Put pram chassy in car(with coops crying)
Make sure I'm totally ready to leave the house
Put baby in car seat and in car
Illegally park outside post office with hopes that they also sell baby milk.
Get baby out, assemble pram chassy, put wheels on, put carseat on.
Weigh 29 parcels and post
Dismantle pram chassy, remove wheels. Put baby back in car.
Go home
Eat more biscuits
Feed coops
Wind coops
Change coops bum and clothes coz he poo'd up his back to his armpits..
Play with coops

Have a wee
Make a brew
Eat biscuits
Coops cries, nurse him to sleep (20 mins)
Put him down - he wakes up..
Make up bottles with one hand with a baby in one arm.
Nurse coops to sleep again
Mark all eBay as dispatched
Coops wakes
Feed coops
Wind coops
Change coops bum..
Coops sleeps
Brad comes home, I moan about my back, he ignores me, and wonders what I've been doing all day, and makes reference jokes about me wearing hoodies and joggers..forgetting that I'm very aware of how hot I used to be thank you very much. ;/

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This morning

2010-10-21T10:58:00.001+01:00

Well Cooper decided to sleep in for Mummy today :) 9.10am!! Yey! And he's all smiles this morning too. Xx

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Movie and a Cobra

2010-10-20T22:53:00.001+01:00

Well this evening we had some grown up time. Grandad Derek babysat and we went to the flicks. Last time we went it was to see Nanny McPhee and the time before; Tooth Fairy... A trend is emerging... Haha. So this evening instead of parenting we chose to go and see a film about Parenting..

'life as we know it' was good, well it was no 'inception' but for a bit of light humour it's good! Especially as we are new parents, the comedic struggles of taking care of a baby made us chuckle. Plus Fergie's fella Josh thingybob is HOT Hot!

Although I have to say the hottest cast member was easily Christina Hendricks. What a sexy woman she is. Redheads are back!

..oh and like a fool on toast we forgot to use our 241, so I'm skint now coz it was about £3000 for 2 pepsi's...

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Rough day!

2010-10-19T15:25:00.001+01:00

Today I've done only this...

I'm starving and look like poop! :)

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Cover it

2010-10-18T14:31:00.001+01:00

Nobody is perfect, as we know. We all have things on our skin that have bothered us at some point or continue to bother us. Surgery is only a last resort! You can easily cover your flaws with make up.

Flaws such as blemishes, dark circles, rosacea etc.

If you have red skin (acneic or rosecea), you need to use the opposing color - green - in order to neutralize the red. There are many green primers (ex.Make Up Forever) or green mixers (MAC) that you can mix in with your foundation. If you have blue-ish purple dark circles underneath your eyes, you have to use a warmer color such as peach to neutralize it. Most under-eye concealers will have the peachy tone; but you have to make sure you use the right level of shade for you. If you generally have very pink skin, try and use a yellow based foundation to neutralize your skin tone. Vice, versa, if you have too much yellow in your skin, use a pinker foundation (not too much!) to give yourself a healthier glow.

Then of course, comes highlighting and shading! Rule of thumb: highlighters pop and shaders recede the area. For example, if you dont have the perfect nose, just highlight straight down the middle and shade down the sides to give it the illusion of a straight nose.

Same goes for your cheeks; if you want to pop your cheekbones, you need to highlight the upper cheekbone to make it pop, and shade right underneath it to give your cheeks a more defined look. With practice, you will learn what works best for you. Hope this helps guys!

Broken down..

2010-10-15T18:51:00.001+01:00

Gutted! My first trip out in my new little car.. and I broke down... I'm still here at Forton on the M6. With Electra and the recovery man...

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Album launch eyes..

2010-10-14T19:16:00.001+01:00

Looking forward to the Sugarfoot album launch tonight. Gonna do something new with my eyes. Seen a new technique I want to try to make my ice blues pop :)

Plus can't wait to spend a few adult hours with Mum and Shell :)

Military or Caramel? Hmm..

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Benefit Foundation Brush

2010-10-13T20:13:00.000+01:00

I love it.

A girls night in..

2010-10-13T17:50:00.000+01:00

Ive been thinking about running some Pamper Parties..

Including:

Make Up By Lisa - Application/Lesson
Nails By Donna- Acrylic/Gel/Paint
Plus Airbrushed photos of you all..

A team of us will come to your house and pamper you!

You would be looking at between £25 each depending on what you want on the night! Then you can sit back, drink your free bottle of wine and enjoy being pampered with all your mates! :)

The Hostess would recieve a FREE treatment and a Bottle of Wine, plus vouchers and freebies!
All the ladies would recieve a FREE goody bag to take home too!
You will also have the opportunity to buy MAC and Benefit products with a 50% discount off the RRP!!

If you are interested in Hosting a Party then contact me: wockystyle@gmail.com (*Min 6 people per party)

Lisa

2010-10-13T10:08:00.000+01:00

Welcome to my new and first ever blog!

As my facebook fan page gets a hammering these days due to my iphone app I figured it was time to start blogging for real.

Well a little about me:.. Im a mum again after a 10 year gap. Cooper was born 6 weeks ago weighing 9lb and inspiring me to keep young (Im 31), Electra is 10 and growing up fast so this blog is for both Busy Glamourous Mummys as well as young ladies wanting to know how to look after themselves and look fab like their favourite stars.

Enjoy! xxx