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VOOV’s giving away 100GB this Halloween!
You know that I am the first person to try out a social media platform and my recent favourite has got to be VOOV! This exciting app allows users to create funky 15-second videos using built in filters, songs and stickers.The platform now makes using the internet easier with a chance to win 100GB of data in their MONSTER HALLOWEEN DATA GIVEAWAY!All you need to do is download VOOV from your app store, create a profile and create 1 x 15 second video consisting of one of the listed songs below. Once you have created your video, you will be required to use one of the video tags and hope…
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How to make a custom holiday hat
Every beach holiday needs the perfect custom-made holiday hat but the recent trend has made their prices increase ridiculously. So why not make one yourself? It’s quite easy and took me less than an hour to make. What you will need: A hat Sequins Ribbon Scissors A glue gun First, you will need to find your perfect saying. We decided to go with “La Dolce Vita” because it perfectly summed up our holiday. Glue the ribbon around the top of the hat. Use a pencil and draw the wording onto the brim of the hat. Use the glue gun to glue the sequins along the pencil outline. …
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Things to do in Gauteng over the long weekend
Did the long weekend sneak up on you? Are you strapped cash and prefer to stay home? Well, I have a few great things to keep you and the family busy over the long weekend in Gauteng. If you are like me and enjoy a good glass of wine, Fijnwyn should definitely be on your to-do list. The event is based at Shokran which is a unique events venue situated in a tranquil farm setting amid pecan nut and almond plantations only 12km from Woodlands Boulevard. It is the ideal setting for families to enjoy a day where they will feast their senses on wine, food and music. The market…
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Make your digital marketing great with these simple tips
For the past few years, I have been the digital lead for a South African radio station. We have worked really hard to create a great digital brand and through the process, I have learnt a few very cool tips that you could apply to your business. You can follow me on Twitter for all the tips and tricks as well. Tweets about #digitalmarketingtips from:kriyag
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#ThingsIdRatherDoThanClaim
{sponsored} Every now and then, it all comes down to a simple choice: do I grit my teeth and pay to replace an item or do I pause, take a deep sigh and endure an insurance claim process? More often than not, I just fork out the money! Sure, I may have insurance, but the claims process is far from fun. Imagine my horror when I became the latest to have the worst case scenario unfold when I dropped my phone in my pocket while visiting the ladies room. Yes, it tumbled into the toilet. *Screams internally! / Cringe!* – Photos: Gone (especially if you have no backups) ☹ –…
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Celebrate Mother’s Day in style this year with these five ideas!
I love my mom! And I’m sure most other South African’s do too. So when it comes to Mother’s Day we always want to show our moms how much we love and appreciate them for the time they spend cleaning up after us, supporting our dreams, being our rock and giving us their unconditional love every day of the year. Seems like a tall ask…but don’t worry – I have the solution! Or make that five. How about trying any of these ideas to really treat that special woman in your life this Mother’s Day. A meal that’s made with love It’s easy to take your mom out…
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Trimming the fatty bits and giving your budget a make-over!
These days most people would agree that times are getting tougher and tougher, and with all the additional expenses that keep creeping up on you, your pockets could be starting to feel very tight. Some common everyday expenses can even be considered luxuries! So how can you solve this commonly experienced problem? Should you beg your boss for a raise, start a home industry job or sell your shoe collection? None of the above seem like great ideas, especially selling your shoes! But there is hope! I suggest that you take a bit of time to think about your attitude to finance and start next month off on the…
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4 Make-up tips for a brand new you in 2017
As we approach the end of 2016, many people look forward to a new beginning and opening a fresh chapter. So why not start that new chapter with a new look to kick off 2017? … So, if you are thinking of creating a ‘new you’, why not try my top four make-up tips with CATRICE to get you started: 1. Apply flawlessly To make your eye make-up colours stand out it’s always a good idea to apply white liner before you apply the eyeshadow. CATRICE’s tip – The Deluxe Trio Eyeshadow’s baked texture is slightly raised and has a convincing colour-dispersion with a luxurious shimmer. This is the…
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How to help your boss understand social media
With social media unavoidable nowadays, needing to know even the basics has become vital in adding value in a business. But what happens if your boss is someone who has had no interest in learning how to effectively use social media, and is feeling the pressure but doesn’t know where to start? 1. A foreign language Have you ever travelled to a country where you don’t speak their language? That feeling of uncertainty that you get because you are not sure what they are talking about or whether or not they are speaking about you. That’s how some people feel when engaging with certain social media platforms. To get…
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How to land that perfect Black Friday deal
Black Friday sales have really taken off this year and a number of South African retailers have started advertising their one day only specials, but the question is how do you make sure you land that ultimate deal. The biggest sale of the year is fast approaching and as we gear up for the festive season getting those deals and saving a bit of money seems like a very good idea. However with the sale comes a frenzy, of crazy shoppers, busy stores and possible chances of injury. So how do you survive the madness and land the perfect deal? With the Jacaranda FM guide to land the perfect deal…