How To Get Yourself Into The Christmas Spirit

Hey guys, Hanna here!

And today is Christmas!! Are you excited? I know I am. In case you aren't feeling christmasy this year, this tip will help you get into the Christmas spirit!

❄ Play Christmas music in the background while you prepare for Christmas. Great songs such as "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby, "O Holy Night" by Josh Groban and "Believe" by Josh Groban are great examples, and they will help you lift your spirit.

❄ Make a batch of Christmas cookies. Make sugar cookies, and decorate with frosting, sprinkles, etc. They'll smell wonderful while baking and are sure to bring out the Christmas fun.

❄ Hang up Christmas ornaments. When you focus on the ornaments, and just on getting it done, it's not fun. But when you have fun, dance with the Christmas music, put a garland up, put little trinkets of Santa Claus, angels and whatnot. You will see, you will have fun.

❄ Get out of the house. Go to special stores like Macy's and Target and shop in the Christmas aisles, and have fun picking out what stuff you could possibly need. When you see other spirit around you, you're more likely to have that special feeling once again.

❄ Learn a Christmas song, one that you've never heard before, or one that is your favorite. Print it off the internet and sing the verses quietly to yourself at work, or at the store.

❄ Put up your tree early. It doesn't matter if you put it up after you read this article, or in a few days, just get it up early. That way, you can decorate the tree and have fun with it, expressing your creativity and feeling like your really into the spirit.

❄ Give a gift, it doesn't matter to who. But take time with the gift, wrap it, and make your own card, add a special poem.

❄ Spend time with family and friends. This probably is the most important way to feeling happy. Make some cookies, and invite a few over, and watch a Christmas movie such as "White Christmas".

❄ Have reasonable expectations of the Christmas season. If you expect too much, you may feel disappointed. Instead, expect things to be low key and easy and you'll feel a lot calmer and happier about the season, being able to enjoy the experience more.

❄ Be jolly. Laugh more, see the funny side of things, even more so when things don't go to plan. Be genuine in your mirth; forcing jolly feelings will feel artificial. That might just mean watching something that makes you laugh for real or taking time out to watch a frolicking puppy or your children at play.

And most importantly just enjoy the holidays! Hope you like this tip.

xoxo
-Hanna

How To Get Yourself Into The Christmas Spirit by summer-tip-team featuring red home decor

How To Enjoy Winter

Hey guys, it's Hanna.

Here are a little tips on how to enjoy winter. The most important ones are to be happy and enjoy it!

☃ Make your house healthy. You'll be spending a lot more time indoors during winter, so it's important that your house is healthy and as warm as you can make it.

☃ Make your home cozy and welcoming. A home that feels inviting will cheer you up constantly. Keeping your home comfortable and neat is important and there are a few things you can do to brighten up the place.

☃ Fill your house with laughter. Have friends over for dinner parties, TV nights or for a cup of hot chocolate together. Watch your favorite comedian on YouTube, the box or on DVD. Turn the news channels off, as winter is prime time for depressing and tragic news stories. Watch lighthearted, funny shows, such as Friends, or watch a comedy movie. If you're reading a magazine or newspaper, and you see the headline of a tragic story, skip it and try to find an inspirational article with a happy ending instead.

☃ Buy, borrow or haggle for something to cheer you up. You don't have to spend a fortune––perhaps a new pair of jeans, a scrapbook, a song you've been wanting to download for a while. Or visit a thrift shop or check out the offerings on Freecycle.

☃ Make something to cheer yourself up. Think about how you might turn someone else's junk into your treasure––borrow a library book on recycled craft and let your imagination run wild. Get out the dusty sewing machine and start stitching up a storm; or, get into knitting, crochet, hammering, modeling or photography. Crafts and hobbies provide ample opportunities to spend your wintry days profitably.

☃ Eat well. Comfort food is lovely in winter––just make sure you don't eat too much of anything stodgy or calorie-laden. Eat everything in moderation. Things like fries, hot chocolate, and popcorn are fine to have now and then, provided you're sticking to a balanced diet. Eat warm satisfying food.

☃ Exercise and keep moving. Staying active and keeping fit will make you healthier and leave you feeling more content with life. While it's cold outside, movement is your best bet for staying warm, so stop making excuses and start moving instead. Go for winter walks with a friend, enjoy the scenery. It's especially pretty if it's snowy or icy outside (just tread with care).

☃ Relax and reflect. Winter is a time for reflection, rest and the release of pent-up stress. Relaxation will allow you to stand back from what you've been doing during the year and take stock. Consider whether you want to keep going in the same direction for the following year or if you'd like to make changes. Write down your thoughts and desires in a journal and perhaps map out any desired changes for the times ahead.

☃ Study. Use winter as the time for learning new things. Whatever your age, winter provides the ideal opportunity to get stuck into learning and with many online courses freely available, there is no excuse for being unable to find something of interest.

☃ Get enough sleep. Winter days are short, with long nights. This, along with the cold weather can make us tired and lethargic. Get at least eight hours a night of good quality sleep.

And these are my tips. Hope you like them!

xoxo
-Hanna

How To Enjoy Winter by summer-tip-team featuring christmas signs

How To Have Fun In Wunter

Hey guys, Hanna here.

Winter is here, so let's have some fun, shall we?

❅ Stay healthy! Winter temperatures can get below freezing (32 F/0 C), so it's very important that you are physically ready for the season before starting the fun. Go through your closet and make sure you have at least one pair of gloves, a hat or earmuffs, scarves, snow boots, and a winter coat. Make sure you have plenty of long pants, sweater/sweatshirts, and long sleeved shirts. Many stores will have a winter clothes items sale, so take this as an opportunity to get some nice new winter clothes.

❅ Play in the snow. If it's winter time, there's a good chance that you'll be seeing flurry snowflakes outside your window. Instead of staring at it inside, why not get out there and play in it? Get a friend or two and go to a wide, open area outside with tons of snow. Try making cool creations in the snow. Make a snowman, a snow angel, or a snow fort. Or, think up your own ideas, like a snow dog or snow people! Play your favorite winter sport, likesnowboarding, skiing, sledding, or ice skating. When sledding, find a great big hill to ride down.

❅ Make some fun winter food and drinks.

❅ Sit by the fire.

❅ Host a winter party.

❅ Celebrate winter holidays.

❅ Make paper snowflakes.

❅ Add marshmallows, whipped cream, or bits of candy cane to your hot chocolate.

❅ Get a parent or friend to take a video of your winter fun, whether you're outside playing in the snow or inside sipping hot cocoa by the fire.

And that's it. Hope you enjoy it!

xoxo
-Hanna

How To Have Fun In Wunter by summer-tip-team featuring pink home decor

Things To Do On A Lazy Day At Home

Hey guys, it's Hanna.

So, from the title I am thinking you guys now what its about. Basically I am just going to list some things to do below :)

♒ Have a spa day, bring the cucumbers and nail polish. treat yourself to a spa day with a long bath, fresh nails, and refreshed skin.

♒ Have a reading marathon. Snuggle up with four things; a plush blanket, favorite book, a cup of tea, and your cat.

♒ Watch Disney movies all day. Bring out the old disk and watch some Cinderella and The Fox and The Hound.

♒ Watch re-runs of your favorite t.v. show like Pretty Little Liars, or my fave The Vampire Diaries.

♒ Make a huge sweet ice cream sundae. Experiment with candies, and syrups for your own secret special. Then give it a cool name right the recipe down and then share it with your friends.

♒ Make a fort. Yes go back to the pillows a blankets and build up your castle.

♒ Have your own dance party. Blast the music and get out your hair brush (microphone) and jam out.

♒ Have a blogging day. Spend all day on your social networks, catching up and such.

♒ Make an extreme bucket list. Get all your craft supplies out. Make a huge poster sized bucket list to hang in your room =. Go crazy with sparkles, gems, cutouts, ect.

♒ Dress up like a superhero and do a crazy photo shoot whether you put up the pictures or not.

♒ Discover new bands and singers. Write them down or share about them online.

♒ Draw eyebrows on your dog (this one is my fave)

So these are just a few ideas of what you could do. Hope you like them.

xoxo
-Hanna

Things To Do On A Lazy Day At Home by summer-tip-team on Polyvore

4 Easy winter snack recipes

Hi guys, it's Tijana! Since winter is just around the corner, I decided to make this tip with delicious and easy snacks for the winter time! Enjoy!

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1. Peppermint Whipped Cream

Ingredients:

- 1 cup very cold heavy cream
- 3 candy canes

Steps:

1. Crush the candy canes in a blender.
2. Put the heavy cream in your freezer for about 10 minutes.
3. Whip the heavy cream with a mixer or a whisk.
4. Add the crushed candy canes.
5. Mix until it gets a nice, pink color.

2. S'More Blizzard

Ingredients:

- 2 large scoops chocolate ice cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 handful chocolate chips
- 1 handful mini-marshmallows
- 1 large graham craker, broken into large chunks

Steps:

1. Put everything together in a blender.
2. Serve!

3. Marshmallow Snowman Pops

Ingredients:

- 1 bag large marshmallows
- Mini chocolate chips
- Fruit Roll-ups
- Gum Drops
- Skewers or extra long toothpicks

Steps:

1. Place the marshmallows on the skewers
2. Decorate 'the snowman' with mini chocolate chips
3. Put a gum drop for a hat
4. Cut up pieces of fruit roll-up for a scarf

4. Chocolate-Covered Chips

Ingredients:

- 1-1/2 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped
- 1 package (14 ounces) ridged potato chips
- 1-1/2 pounds milk chocolate or dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped

Steps:

1. In a microwave, melt white coating, stir until smooth.
2. Dip chips halfway in coating; allowing excess to drip off.
3. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets to set.
4. Melt milk or dark chocolate.
5. Dip other half of chips; allow excess to drip off. 6. Place on waxed paper to set.
7. Store in an airtight container.

Credits: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-covered-chips.
http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/winter-wonderland-holiday-cupcake-recipes-kids/

That's all for now guys! I hope you liked the tip! These recipes are very easy, and I tried one of them before. It's awesome!

Lots of love,
Tijana

4 Easy winter snack recipes by summer-tip-team on Polyvore

How To Survive Being Sick

Hey guys, it's Hanna.

The sick season is here again! That means that everyone is getting sick or catching a cold or something. Here is a tip on how to survive and get trough this tough time.

B A S I C S

&; b a s i c medicine you n e e d

; for the flu ;
- t i s s u e s. this is a lifesaver if your nose has turned into a tap.
- nose blockage spray. i've got no idea what their name is actually, but they are basically those spray / pump thingymajigs?
- fever medicin. if you've got fever

; for a sore throat or coughing ;
- cough syrup. make sure it doesn't need a prescription
- throat drops. 'nuff said.
- herbal tea

E N T E R T A I N M E N T

&; b o o k s
here are some books that i personally love reading when i'm sick

- the hunger games series
- divergent series
- if i stay
- fault in our stars

&; d v d s / / n e t f l i x
i usually don't have much time for tv, but when i'm sick i make time for it.

&; i n t e r n e t
so this is the form of entertainment that i preffer most when i'm sick

F O O D

here are some recepies for comfort food!

&; mug soup

you'll need ;
a mug
a mug soup packet
hot water

d i r e c t i o n s ;
- rip open your packet and pour it's contents into a mug
- boil water & pour it into your cup. make sure to put enough!
- stir it for a minute
- let cool
- enjoy!

&; r a m e n

depending on your type you'll either need a bowl or nothing, but hot water.

d i r e c t i o n s ;

- open your ramen. if you're using the cup ramen, make sure to not rip it open too much.

- put it in a bowl. skip this step if you're using cup ramen

- pour the spice packet's contents onto the ramen

- boil the water

- pour over the ramen

- stir it around once it softens

- let cool

- enjoy

&; chocolate cake batter yogurt
this one is inspired by bethany's favorite frozen yoghurt flavor, cake batter

you'll need ;

- yoghurt. can be greek or normal

- cocoa powder

- sprinkles!

d i r e c t i o n s ;

- pour out your yoghurt in a bowl. mix it well to get the clumps out of it

- add some cocoa powder. mix!

- and, for a final touch, mix in your favorite type of sprinkles!

- enjoy!

xoxo
-Hanna

How To Survive Being Sick by summer-tip-team featuring purple home decor

How to deal with... Annoying and mean classmates

Hi guys, Tijana here! If you know, I'm now doing a tip series called 'How To Deal With...' If you don't know what's that, check out my last tip.
This HTDW tip was requested by @bonniemtndog ! Hope it will help xx

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1. Ignore them.
This is very important! They are being mean because they want to make you mad. Seeing you sad or frustrated, makes them happy. That's why you need to calm down and act like you don't even care. Don't fight with them, just chill, talk with your friends, and act like they're not even in your class.

2. Be kind
That girl is annoying you so much and you just want to slap her? Be kind and nice to her. Use that method to make her confused and never show that you hate her. Then, when she sees that you don't care about her at all, she'll leave you alone.

3. Be with your friends
They understand you and when you're with them, those mean students probably won't bother you. Also, your friends are the people that can make you happy and that can help you out. Always!

4. Try to improve yourself
Get better grades, eat healhy, play a sport, learn a new skill... When they see you being successful and happier than ever, they will be so jelaous and they won't be mean to you again!

5. Tell them what bothers you
If they really take it too far and you just can't ignore it, tell them that you don't like their behavior. But, do it calmly. And never (EVER!) yell or act upset. You don't want to sound like they broke you! No! Act normal and calm!

6. Be positive
Happiness is the most powerful weapon you have! Smile, make jokes, talk with people! That will drive them crazy! And if they still keep trying to make you mad, just ignore it!

7. Don't tolerate violence
If they try to do anything that can hurt you physically, don't tolerate it! Tell your parents, your teacher and your friends. That is very serious and it's not a joke!!

That's all for now! I really hope I helped! Also I want to be a psychologist when I grow up, so your oppinion would mean a lot :)

Lots of love,
Tijana

How to deal with... Annoying and mean classmates by summer-tip-team featuring pink home decor

Things to do when it's raining

Hi guys, Tijana here! I know that fall and winter are really the rainiest seasons and that we have to spend a lot of time at home because of that, so I am going to show you some things to do when it's raining! Enjoy!

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1. Read! Reading with a cup of tea in your hand, on a rainy day is a true fantasy! Don't even try to say I'm wrong, just feel the magic!

2. Watch a movie! Is it comedy, romance or maybe adventure? It doesn't matter! Just lay down, turn on your TV or computer and relax!

3. Cook! Try out some cupcake recipes that are easy and fast, and serve the product to your family! Or you can just eat them all by yourself (lol).

4. Explore YouTube! There are literally thousands of YouTubers with amazing, funny and helpful videos that you will enjoy watching on a rainy day!

5. Chat with your friends! Seriously is there a better thing to do? Repeating: 'I know right, girl!' and gossiping about every kid that goes to your school is the best thing to do on a boring, rainy day.

6. Spend some family time! Forget about how annoying your sister is or how your mom doesn't get you and play some board games with your family, and trust me you will love it!

7. Sleep! Ever complained about how you don't have enough time to sleep and rest? Do that when it's raining! It's proven that it's most likely to fall asleep on a rainy day!

8. Do quizes! Try out BuzzFeed ones, because they have a lot of them, and also very much interesting articles!

9. Sing! Download a karaoke app and imagine you're on a world tour with Beyonce and Jay Z! I recomend app Sing! by Smule.

10. I know you will probably just grab your phone and a jar of Nutella, but still try out some of these advices!

That's it for now! Also I am sorry for not posting for a while, I was very busy with school! Anyway hope you liked the tip! || Question of the tip: What is your favorite drink? ||

Lots of love,
Tijana

Things to do when it's raining by summer-tip-team featuring outdoor decor

Healthy breakfast ideas

Hi guys, Tijana here! In this tip you'll find 5 healthy breakfast ideas that will help you start your day on the best way! They are also super easy and quick, too! Check out the question at the end of this tip as well!

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1. Banana Beery Smoothie

Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- 4 large strawberries, stems removed
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1 cup plain yougurt
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- ice

Steps:
- Peel the banana, and then wash the strawberries and blueberries
- Place the fruit in a blender
- Add the juice, yogurt and sugar (if you like your smoothies sweeter)
- Fill the rest of the blender with cubed or crushed ice
- Blend the ingredients

2. Pistachio Sandwich

Ingredients:
- 6 to 7 pistachios
- 1 slice whole-grain toast
- low-fat cream cheese

Steps:
- Spread the cream cheese on the toast.
- Add the pistachios on it

3. Banana Pancakes

Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- 2 eggs
- a pinch of baking powder
- a pinch of cinnamon

Steps:
- Peel the banana and smash it until it looks something like pudding. Place that in a plastic bowl
- Crack the eggs and put them in that bowl as well
- Add the baking powder and sugar
- Use a mixer to gather and mix the ingredients
- Fry pancakes as you normaly would

4. Cereal Sundae

Ingredients:
- a bowl of fiber-rich bran flakes
- 8 ounces of low-fat milk
- a handful of fresh or dried fruit (any kind of fruit)

Steps:
- Put the flakes in a bowl and add the milk
- Cover that with the chosen fruit

5. Morning Pizza

Ingredients:
- 1 slice of crusty bread
- 3 tablespoons of low-fat ricotta
- 1/2 tomato
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
- a pinch of salt and pepper (optional)

Steps:
- Spread the ricotta over the bread
- Cut the tomato into really little peaces and put them on the bread as well
- Add the teaspoon of olive oil and a pinc of salt and pepper (by choice)

That's it for now guys! Hope you liked the tip! :D
|| Question of the tip: What's your favorite food? ||

Lots of love,
Tijana

Healthy breakfast ideas by summer-tip-team featuring pink home decor

How To Decorate Your Dorm

Hey guys, Hanna here!

So I don't really have a dorm, but I thought it would be fun to do a tip about it anyway.The same steps kind of apply for decorating your room so let's get to it!!

01. Check. Yes you, check the rules conditions for living in the dorm. Many dorms have strict rules about mounting photos and painting the walls. Check before you decide to do anything major with your dorm rooms.It also helps to talk to your room-mate and discuss your budget, likes, dislikes and colors you can't stand. You are going to be living there for the year, how awful would it be if you had to live in a yellow room and yellow made your head spin.

02. Envision. Get unpacked and line your personal belongings on the floor and gaze at the empty space around you. Being surrounded by your possessions will help to prevent homesickness.How would you like your dorm room to appear? Do you want it to appear classy, trendy, fun, edgy or plan comfortable. It helps if you look at a few articles for design ideas.

03. Time for Action! Flex your muscles and start moving furniture around, push that horrible wood grain table under the window.Give the bed a push away from that elf-sized closet to give yourself space for pacing.You will probably need your roommate and their permission for this one.

04. Action bedspread. Yes your bedspread is a big part of your decor, since you have such limited options, a bedspread is more of a design element more than even before. Find a pattern or color you like and will not grow out of in a few months. If you are sure you will find fire engine red as alluring as if was in the summer, go for it. Buy cool throw pillows to give your room warmth, throw them in your chairs and set them across your bed. Remember cohesion is the key, you want everything to look related to each other.

05. Consider storage and organization as a decoration. You'll need to cram a lot into a small space and storage helps to keep your belongings safe and tidy. Choose organization that is color coded and themed and matched to your decor. There are plenty of designs to choose from, wicker baskets, neon plastic , tin, just make sure it is sturdy enough to last you your stay.For example, neon crates that look cool match your jet black splatter paint blanket.

06. Invest in a small safe. Use this for passports, ID, mobile phones, laptop and expensive jewelery etc. Be vigilant. If you accidentally leave your door unlocked, someone could slip in and take your precious belongings. Find a quality safe that means stay away from flimsy tin safes in bright colors. This safe is simple for safety, not decor.

07. Colorsplash. Find a trendy colorful or stylish throw rug for your hardwood floor to keep your feet warm during the winter. Many dorm rooms are not blessed with floor carpeting and you will have to trek to the nearest Target or Walmart and find a nice rug. A soft carpet will make you feel as if you are at home and pull together your room decor. A carpet can make or break a room. That old beer stain carpet you took from your Uncles wouldn't be a good idea if your bed spread is pink.

08. Under the bed is a great storage space. If the height is too small, bed risers are available. Suitcases, clothes, shoes, textbooks etc. can all be stored safely under the bed using color theme crates found at Walmart, Target and many other large chain stores.Remember above the space above the wardrobe can be used. Plastic boxes are especially useful and can be stacked above the wardrobe out of the way.

09. Dreadful blank walls. Many dorms do not allow you to hang frames from a wall unless you use old fashion clear tape.Take advantage of posters.Tape magazines and photos across your wall in cool patterns.Another idea is to cover every wall with a black curtain complete with the curtain rod, there are hooks that stick to the wall without nails and peel away without a hint of damage. Go to your nearest hardware store and ask for the product.

10. Hit the thrift store and set up old knick-nacks on your inn table and dresser drawer. Albums and ancient books scattered across the table. A few art pieces you find appealing to the eye would look great on that dresser drawer. Lean photographs against the wall if you are not allowed to stick nails into the wall.

11. Curtains. If your dorm was not generous enough to supply curtains, purchase a few from the dorm section at big surplus stores. A cheaper option would be a few shower curtains or buying bundles of fabric and sewing them yourselves. If you live in the heart of the city, try curtains that will block out bright lights and warm up your room.

And that's it! Like and comment bellow, if you want me to give you more tips and warnings about decorating your dorm.

xoxo
-Hanna

How To Decorate Your Dorm by summer-tip-team featuring green home decor

DULCE DE LECHE LEMON POPSICLE

Hey guys, it's Hanna!

I never really tried these, but they look so delicious!

Prep time: 15 mins

Cook time: 4 hours

Total time: 4 hours 15 mins

Ingredients:

☀ 2 cups of milk (1% or 2%)

☀ 1 can of regular La Lechera condensed milk

☀ ½ cup fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)

☀ a little bit of lemon pulp

Instructions:

☀ Add all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well with a whisk.

☀ Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours. Preferable overnight.

And that is it! So easy and simple.

xoxo

-Hanna

DULCE DE LECHE LEMON POPSICLE by summer-tip-team featuring fruit centerpieces