Beauty by Miss L

Do you want to improve your home but don't have the funds to do so? These are some of the best ways to get a better-looking and functioning home without breaking the bank.  Photo by Rachel Claire from Pexels Repaint the House You can repaint the house relatively cheaply with good quality paint and roller. However, it is essential to choose a color that you will not get bored of or one which fades quickly in sunlight as this would be expensive to maintain, especially if it were black! It's best to take on the task yourself but make sure you leave enough time for adequate drying, so your family doesn't end up sleeping under a tarpaulin overnight!  Carry Out General Maintenance and Repairs Carrying out general maintenance and repairs will help keep your home in top condition. In addition, you can save money on professional services by taking care of many common problems yourself. For example, you may be able to unclog a drain overflow or fix an electr...

A hangover can be the body’s way of letting you know you need to rehydrate and fast. Common symptoms include a headache, fatigue, nausea, sweating, diarrhoea, extreme thirst, dizziness, sweating, and a dry mouth. But by knowing how to combat a hangover before it even begins, you can learn how to recover in record time. In this article, we’ll help to familiarise you with a number of hangover hacks before your next night out on the town. Drink fluids The best way to banish a hangover is to drink fluids either between each alcoholic beverage or before you go to bed. By replenishing your hydration levels ahead of time, you can ensure you are not rudely awoken by a worsening headache or the unstoppable desire to vomit. Alcohol inhibits the release of vasopressin, the hormone responsible for decreasing the volume of urine produced by the kidneys. As a result, it can trigger frequent urination. If your hangover is accompanied by recurrent bouts of diarrhoea or vomiting, you may b...

If you’re struggling to put money away from the future, it might be hard to find where you could actually be saving your money. It’s not easy to save, no matter who you are - even if you’re not struggling, discipline is still necessary if you’re going to prevent yourself from unnecessary spending. In any case, there’s plenty you can do to save money, without it affecting your life too much - and it doesn’t even have to be a negative change. You might find that some of these tips help to make your life a little more enjoyable; it’s a win-win! Earn money on the side Stretching your paycheck can start to feel desperate when you just don’t have enough, and you might want to look for ways to meet your financial goals without having to make compromises. However, you should know that there is no gain without compromise, and you’ll at least have to do something to get a little financial help. In this case, there are things you can be doing to help earn you some money on the side. ...

Goodbye July, hello August. I can't believe that is August here. My 3-year old will start kindergarten in two weeks. And I will be back at work, after nine years, in just one week. The weather lately has been rainy, windy, and a bit too chilly for my liking. This means that although I try to wear my summer dresses and clothes as much as possible, I'm pairing them with cardigans, sweaters, and jackets. Oh, I also just purchased a new winter parka - Didriksons Leona :D It was discounted from 400€ to 192€ and so it came home with me :D My today's outfit is for me one of those transitioning into Autumn looks. So or this casual outfit I paired a simple pair of Guess skinny jeans with a striped Esprit t-shirt (seen here paired with grey pants and here with striped shorts ) and black Blank Denim vegan leather & ponte jacket. Since it is still summer then I decided to wear my black Ecco slip-on sandals (seen here paired with floral wrap skirt and black ...