
Thursday, December 24, 2015
A Little Update....

Monday, December 21, 2015
Christmas Wishlist
Kate Spade watch// Kate Spade tote// Beats headphones// Leopard clutch// Kendra Scott 'Rayne' necklace (long)// Kendra Scott 'Elisa' necklace (short)// Sigma Makeup Brushes// Sigma brush glove//
Out of all of these I'd love to have the Kendra Scott necklaces and the headphones. I have the Rayne in hot pink and wore it like everyday in the summer and the white I could wear all year around. I have the bracelet version of the Elisa necklace and wear it everyday. It's the perfect amount of sparkle and I'd love to have a set. And I've been doing quite a bit of traveling and really need a new, good quality pair of headphones. And one thing I forgot to add was a pair of the Jack Roger 'Alana' sandals because who wouldn't want a pair of tassel sandals? ;)
Other items I have down are a new camera, a Canon Rebel t5i and a Macbook which I know won't happen but if they did I'd probably die from excitement. Like no joke.
I'd honestly be good with pretty much anything but these are the things that I've had written down for awhile now. I'm a pretty easy person to shop for as I like beauty/makeup, fashion, home and food. I'm not too picky! I'd gladly take a gift card to Target or HomeGoods! ;)
As much as I love getting gifts I love giving more. This year I've gotten gifts for my friends and all my family. I'm sooo excited to give them and kinda wish Christmas was tomorrow so they can open then! I think I get more excitement out of watching other people open the gifts I give than opening them myself. Anyone else like this?
So that's what's on my list! What's on yours? Leave me a comment down below what you have written down for Santa!

Thursday, December 17, 2015
Winter Neutrals

Tuesday, December 15, 2015
How to Get the Perfect Red Lip
What You Need:
Tooth brush or lip exfoliant scrub
Heavy duty lip balm or chapstick
Concealer or lip liner
Lipstick of your choice
Translucent powder
Highlighter
Lip gloss (optional)
Tooth brush or lip exfoliant scrub
Heavy duty lip balm or chapstick
Concealer or lip liner
Lipstick of your choice
Translucent powder
Highlighter
Lip gloss (optional)
Step 1: Exfoliate
You want your lips super smooth so that the lipstick doesn't crack, feather or look uneven. Use a toothbrush or lip scrub to slough off all the dead skin to reveal smooth lips. Drinking water and taking fish oil will also help with not only smooth and hydrated lips but skin too.
Step 2: Hydrate
Apply a heavy duty chapstick or lip balm to your lips while you do the rest of your makeup/hair. The longer you can let it sit on your lips the better it will be.
Step 3: Conceal
Taking your concealer apply some to your lips. This will fill in the natural lines in your lips and give a nice canvas for the lipstick to stick to. It will also make sure the color is really nice and deep. You could also use a lip liner instead. Either will do the job.
Step 4: Add Color
Either using the lipstick bullet or a lipbrush (I prefer the brush as it applies more precisely), apply the lipstick to your lips. If you want you can apply with the bullet and then take a lip brush to clean up the edges and fill in the spots the bullet can't reach. The perfect holiday red is from the L'Oreal celebrity collection in Blake Lively's Red. It's the most stunning shade of red that is bold, classic and makes your teeth appear whiter, a winning combo!
Step 5: Powder
Yes, powder your lips. This will help set the lipstick and mattify it. If you're going for a glossy look still do this step as we are going to apply a second layer and gloss. Use a translucent and with your finger or a brush apply it to the lipstick.
Step 6: Reapply
Apply another layer of lipstick to your powdered lips.
Step 7: Highlight
Either using a highlighter or a light concealer, highlight your cupids bow and the bottom of your lips. You can also clean up the outline with a Q-tip or a small concealer brush to really define the lips. My favorite highlight is Benefit Costmetic's Watts Up.
Step 8: Gloss (optional)
I'm not a lip gloss girl but if you are now's the time to apply it.
Once either highlighted or glossed that's it! You've achieved the perfect red lip for the holidays! Like I said this method could be used with a variety of lip colors. The color is bold and it will stay well into your evening of drinking, eating and dancing.

Monday, December 14, 2015
Brown Paper Packages Tied Up with String
Go with a Theme
Have a theme for all your gifts and stick with it. Maybe it's sticking with a group of colors/patterns or a general look of how you want them to be.
All Tied Up
Add a finishing touch or make it the centerpiece with ribbon. Use wide ribbons for big bows or bakers twine for a more minimalistic look.
Chalk Out
Love the chalkboard look? Take black craft paper or matte wrapping paper and wrap all your gifts. Using a white Sharpie or paint pen decorate the packages with doodles and calligraphy.
When in Doubt, Monogram It Out
Personalize the gifts with the recipients initial. You can get letters at any craft store and attach with ribbon or glue to the paper.
Layered Up
Don't be afraid to layer! Who says you can't have bows, adornments and a tag? Layer them up!
Go Au Naturale
Going for a woodsey feel? Use greenery, pine-cones, mistletoe, cinnamon sticks, cranberries, holly and any other woodsey/earthy Christmas adornments.
All the Same
Or keep it simple and sophisticated and wrap all the gifts the same and personalize them with lettering.
Be creative with wrapping! Accessorize using ornaments, figurines, bows, natural elements, ribbons, gift tags, lettering, bells, stickers, candy canes, flowers and pretty much whatever else you can attach on to the box. The sky is the limit!
Great places to look for wrapping paper, ribbon, tags, etc., is Target and HomeGoods/Marshall's/TJ Maxx. All of their wrapping sections are on POINT this year! Like I've bought so much from Target. Their section is heaven.
How do you wrap your gifts? Gotten a gift that's been wrapped super cute? Have any unique ways? Share them in the comments below!
Catch up on Days 1-6 here!
Merry Christmas!

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Saturday, December 12, 2015
CranApple Christmas Cocktail
Hello everyone and welcome back to Day 6 of Blogmas! Halfway done and still going strong! Woot!
The holidays are the perfect time to try out new flavors and experiment with drinks! Whether you're hosting your own party or at another this drink is sure to please. Today I'm going to be sharing an insanely easy and delicious holiday cocktail. I'm keeping it classic with apple and cranberry, a splash of ginger ale and boozing it up with some vodka because #classic.
First pour 1 ounce of vodka into your shaker. I used plain old vodka but you could also try a cranberry flavored one for more of a kick.
Next pour 2 ounces of apple cider.
Now pour 2 ounces of ginger ale. You could also use regular Sprite/7Up or the cranberry flavored Sprite for more cranberry flavor.
Lastly, add 4 ounces of cranberry juice to the shaker, put the top on and shake carefully, preferably over a sink since the ginger ale will fizz.
Once shaken pour either into your glasses, garnish if wanted and serve. Voila! A simple and refreshing holiday cocktail!
If you were making this for a group just multiple the recipe by however many guests you'll have or just eyeball it. It's really up to you how much alcohol, cranberry and apple flavor you want.
This drink is festive and pretty dang good if I do say so myself. It's very holiday-y with the hints of cranberry and apple. The ginger ale adds the perfect fizz. And kicking it up a notch is the vodka which adds the perfect finishing note.
If you want more holiday drinks to try my friend Jacque is doing a Christmas cocktails/drinks series and she has some seriously delicious ones! Check them out over on her blog!
I hope you guys enjoyed today's holiday post! I'm thinking about doing another holiday cocktail, but like either a hot chocolate or another hot drink. If you'd be interested in seeing one let me know!
If you try out my CranApple concoction share it with me on Insta or Twitter (@samantha_goble)! I'd love to see your recreations of it! :)
Hope everyone is having a wonderful December!

Friday, December 11, 2015
Snug in Bed With Visions of Sugarplums Dancing in Your Head

Thursday, December 10, 2015
Red Lip Classic: A Holiday Makeup Tutorial
Hello hello! My name is Sarah Presley and I am taking over Of Life and Style for today!
I've loved makeup for years and years but I've recently started sharing my work through Instagram. After Sam saw my posts and asked me to collaborate I decided to film a makeup tutorial. Go big or go home, right? To get in the holiday spirit, I'm sharing a holiday makeup look that is perfect for many different occasions and doesn't look like Christmas threw up on your face (hopefully). Even though I chose to go with a bold red lip, I kept the eyes shimmery and light so this makeup could be wearable to something like a holiday party at the office. I also strayed from using bright colors on the eyes and used a foiled eyeshadow and big lashes for the stars of the show so this makeup could match a variety of cocktail dresses or evening gowns.
I want to give a big thanks to Sam for giving me this opportunity! I had so much fun filming my first ever YouTube video! I know the picture quality isn't impeccable but shoutout to technology because I filmed this on an iPhone 6 and am amazed at what it could do! I spent hours creating this look, filming, learning to edit, recording a voice-over.. I even got my dad in on the action to help create my backdrop. I'm pleasantly surprised with how this turned out and I hope you enjoy it the same!
Thanks for watching! All of the products I used are listed in the description box of the video. If you enjoyed this look, I would appreciate the love on Instagram here! Happy Holidays!
Sarah slayed with this look! It's the perfect amount of glam and sparkle without looking too overdone. If you loved this look and want Sarah to start doing Youtube videos all the time give her love in the comments below and over on her Instagram and subscribe to her Youtube channel! And if you recreate her look tag us (@sarahpresley & @samantha_goble) on Insta or use #HolidayMakeupWithSarah so we can see all the looks! :)
Hopefully this won't be the last of Sarah on here so make sure you're following along for the next post of Sarah's!
Sarah slayed with this look! It's the perfect amount of glam and sparkle without looking too overdone. If you loved this look and want Sarah to start doing Youtube videos all the time give her love in the comments below and over on her Instagram and subscribe to her Youtube channel! And if you recreate her look tag us (@sarahpresley & @samantha_goble) on Insta or use #HolidayMakeupWithSarah so we can see all the looks! :)
Hopefully this won't be the last of Sarah on here so make sure you're following along for the next post of Sarah's!
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Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Easy DIY Holiday Gift: Hot Coco in a Jar
We are making hot coco's in a jar! They are ridiculously easy to make, take hardly any time at all to assemble and costs around $20. Plus, it's hot chocolate so you can't go wrong.
And what's great about these is that you can be as creative as you want with them! If you want to make them bigger you completely can. Or add more goodies in the jar like peppermint, chocolate chips, etc., you can do that too! It's totally customizable!
What You Will Need:
Hot coco (I bought a giant tub from Target for under $5)
Marshmallows (~$1 a bag, I bought 2)
Mason or glass jars (~$9 for 12 jars)
Gift tags, string, ribbon, decorative supplies (No cost since I already had them but let's say ~$5)
First fill your jar about half way full of hot coco mix.
Next add your marshmallows or other mix ins and layer them on top of each other.
Lastly, add your decorations. I used these snowman gift tags from Target and stuck them on there with tape. You can use string, twine, ribbon, stickers, make little snowman faces on them or do anything you want to decorate them. Check Pinterest for decorating ideas.
See how crazy easy that was! And it's a gift that whoever you're giving it to will be sure to use.
