Halloween Video Roundup

Halloween is just a few weeks away, and already my head is full of ideas of what I want to be. I feel like last year was all about Lady Gaga, but this year is about rockin' Katy Perry and her fabulous blue wigs. I'm, also, loving turning an extra-large t-shirt into a cute tube dress - versatile for so many different looks. Here is a roundup of amazingly easy costume ideas and fabulous makeup looks.

Katy Perry California Gurls Music Video Inspired Make-up Tutorial: Foxylocksextensions

Snooki Halloween Tutorial! Makeup, Hair, Costume, and Rhinestone Sunglasses!: juicystar07

Lady Gaga Telephone Makeup Tutorial: MasqueradeMakeup

Natalie Portman Black Swan Theatrical Makeup: KlairedelysArt

Alice in Wonderland Costume: GiannyL

How-To: Tinkerbell Costume From a T-Shirt: GiannyL

Greek Goddess Halloween Costume : SecretLifeofABionerd

Poison Ivy Costume - Secretlifofabionerd

Who do you want to dress as for Halloween?

Holiday Gift Ideas

I can't believe Thanksgiving is this week. The holiday season has snuck up on me, and I haven't done any Christmas shopping yet. I am hoping that Black Friday will offer some major shopping deals, but the last couple of years have been disappointing... and who wants to get up at 4 a.m. for a camera anyways?

Because I love gift giving guides, I have put together a few collections which I hope will spark some creative ideas for you.

Gift Ideas for Bloggers

Gift Ideas for Bloggers by Icedivastar featuring UGG Australia boots

When shopping for the blogger in your life look for fun gadgets such as the Hello Kitty USB flash drive or a digital camera. Also, Moleskin notebooks are wonderful for jotting down notes, and cute pajamas are always appreciated.

Gift Ideas for Beauty Junkies

Gift Ideas for Beauty Junkies by Icedivastar featuring Forever21

Beauty junkies know their makeup, so pay attention to the brands they wear. Beauty books are great for getting inspiration, and Bobbi Brown offers great advice in hers. Sephora is currently offering sampler kits that include top selling products such as mascara, lipstick, and perfume, and they are perfect for gift giving.

Gift Ideas for DIYers

Gift Ideas for DIYers by Icedivastar featuring Converse shoes

The Do It Yourself phenomenon covers everything from building a house to baking a cake or sewing a dress. Encourage hands-on hobbies with kits focused on knitting, crocheting, and just about everything else. Also, Threadbanger offers tons of great ideas for DIYers and is encouraging people to give handmade gifts this year.

Make A Hat Day

Unless you are in grade school, you might not know that September 15th is Make A Hat Day. If you're feeling crafty, look up Saturday Night Hat by Eugenia Kim for some quick and easy projects. If you want something special to wear for Talk Like a Pirate Day on Saturday or just want a head start on Halloween, Threadbanger has an awesome tutorial for making a pirate hat and girl's pirate costume. Want a pirate hat but don't feel like making it? Captain Jack's Pirate Hats has an amazing selection sure to put the wind in your sails.