Doing makeup without sight and without a mirror is about hacks that build confidence and make it easier! I love a sharp edge for a bold, dramatic look - but when I want something softer, I just buff out the harsh lines. It’s about finding a way that works for you! What tricks do you use for your eyeshadow? #BlindMakeup #MakeupHacks #AccessibleBeauty #InclusiveBeauty #EyeshadowTips #DisabledMakeUpArtist Video Description: Claire is facing the camera. She holds up a bright pink silicone eyeliner stencil - think fabulous spaceship for the eyes - which sits just below her lower lash line, with the outline swooping up towards the corner of her eye and outwards. Very chic. Very geometry. With expert precision (or, you know, blind optimism), Claire applies her eyeshadow, followed by a close-up to show her handiwork. Enter: the roll of Micropore tape. Dramatic pause for effect. Claire places the tape from the outer corner of her other eye up towards her brow. A few swooshes of eyeshadow later, the tape comes off, and voilà! A nice harp edge so satisfying it deserves a round of applause. We then see the final look, Claire, beaming at the camera, because oh hello, snatched eyeshadow!

It’s taken me years to perfect my mac n’ cheese - and I think I’ve cracked it. The trickiest part is the weighing, grating, and general cheese chaos. But once the prep’s done, it’s easy… too easy, actually, because no matter how much I make, it mysteriously disappears. I swear there’s a mac n’ cheese gremlin in my kitchen! #MacAndCheese#Foodie #CheeseLover #ComfortFood #BlindChef #DisabledChef Video Description: The video takes you through all the cheesy steps as I make the ultimate mac n’ cheese. It’s shows the silkiest roux, every step is pure comfort food magic. And just when you think it couldn’t get better a close-up of that golden, crispy, bubbly cheese topping that’s basically perfection. Mac and Cheese Base: • 500g macaroni • 85g butter • 65g flour • 750ml–825ml milk • 100g Cheddar, 85g Red Leicester, 50g Gruyere, 40g Gouda, 50g mozzarella (all grated) • 2½ tsp onion powder, 2½ tsp garlic granules, 2½ tsp Dijon mustard • ½ tsp basil, ½ tsp paprika, salt to taste Crispy Cheese Topping: • 50g Cheddar, 50g Gruyere, 50g mozzarella, 25g Parmesan (all grated) Method: 1️⃣ Cook pasta in salted water, drain, and set aside. 2️⃣ Make the sauce: Melt butter, stir in flour, and add spices. Slowly whisk in milk, then melt in cheeses until smooth. 3️⃣ Combine pasta with cheese sauce. 4️⃣ Assemble & bake: Pour into a baking dish, sprinkle topping cheese, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 mins.

We learn by giving it a go. It was trial and error that led to this genius moment for me! Eye makeup is intricate and challenging, especially when you can’t see. My little hack: filling an empty watercolour brush pen with micellar water. This technique ensures my eyeliner, eyeshadow, and eyebrows are neat and precise. It’s one of many tricks I’ve mastered to apply makeup flawlessly without a mirror or seeing my own face…. Genius or some form of magician, you decide. 🤣 Video Description: Claire is in her bedroom, applying eyeliner. She reached for a water brush filled with micellar water, gently sweeping under her eyes to tidy it up. As she chats, she moves seamlessly through the rest of her makeup routine - blending in concealer, adding a touch of contour, and blush. Next, she fills in her brows, bringing everything together. Finally, we see the finished look, Claire smiling at the camera. #BeautyHacks #MakeupForAll #BlindBeauty #AdaptiveMakeup #BlindMUA

I’d love for makeup to be fully accessible one day - not everyone reads braille, or uses tech, which makes things tricky. But there’s definitely more that can be done! Until then, I’ve got my own little hacks. NFC tags are a game-changer! It took me a while to get the hang of Shortcuts on my phone, but now I’ve got these stickers everywhere - from my makeup to bits around the house. Basically, if something needs a little extra info, there’s probably an NFC tag on it! #AccessibleBeauty #BlindGirlHacks #AccessibleMakeup #DisabledBeautyIndustry #NFCTags Video Description: The video starts with Claire in her bedroom, doing her makeup. She holds up an eyeshadow palette, using her finger as a guide to find the right shade before dipping her brush in. We then see a close-up of her applying the eyeshadow to her eyelid. Next, Claire taps her phone on an NFC tag stuck to the back of the palette, showing how she identifies the shade. By the end of the video, her makeup is complete, and she’s smiling at the camera.

I was craving a burnt Basque cheesecake but I wanted that crème brûlée crunch…so what did I do? I made this delight! It was terrifying using a blowtorch, definitely a challenge - any tips, @Gordan Ramsay ? Although the cheesecake did deflate a bit, the taste was bloody awesome, and I’m quite proud of my sketchy torching skills…. #Foodie #Baking #dessert #HomeCooking #KitchenAdventures #BlindChef #DisabledCooking #DisabledChef Video Description: The video starts with a close-up of me taking a blowtorch to a cheesecake (oh the drama), followed by a close-up of the golden, caramelised goodness. Next, we see me using my iPad to read out the ingredients as I stack them up on my work surface. A close-up of my talking kitchen scales (Wayne) shows me pouring in sugar before tipping in a generous amount of cream cheese, cracking in some eggs, and whisking it all together. I coat my tin with melted butter and pour in the mixture (the tin is lined with greaseproof paper). Into the oven it goes, where I have red silicone oven rack trims. I sprinkle sugar over the cheesecake, grab the blowtorch, and guide the flame with my hand to create a perfect brûlée crunch. A few taps on the gloriously crispy top confirm success, and then it’s time for the second best bit, a close-up of me slicing into the cheesecake, revealing the creamy, slightly burnt perfection. The actual best bet is me getting it in my belly. Burnt Basque Brulé cheesecake    •   Butter (for the tin)    •   800g soft cheese    •   255g caster sugar    •   2 tbsp plain flour    •   200g soured cream    •   4 medium eggs    •   2 tsp vanilla extract    •   100g Demerara sugar Preheat the oven to 240°C (220°C fan) and butter a deep cake tin. Line it with baking parchment. Beat the soft cheese and caster sugar until smooth, then mix in the flour, soured cream, eggs and vanilla. Pour into the tin, tap out air bubbles, and bake for 30 minutes until it’s caramelised on top and wobbly in the middle. Let it cool completely. Sprinkle the. Demerara sugar on top use more or less as needed. Using a blow torch makes small circular movements until the top is all crispy and golden.

In 2018, my daughter and I visited New Orleans and fell in love with gumbo! We love exploring new foods and supporting local spots when we travel, eating some unforgettable food. I’ve been trying to recreate gumbo, and while I can’t find filé seasoning here, this version is still delicious and a favourite on cold, rainy days. I prefer milder flavors and skip the rice, opting for crusty bread instead - absolutely delicious! What’s your go-to comfort food for gloomy weather? VD: video starts with me chopping an onion, followed by a close-up of the gumbo looking all delicious. Next, I cut the pepper and start adding everything into the pan. The final shot shows a slice of bread getting dunked into the rich, hearty gumbo….get in my belly! #GumboLove #NewOrleansEats #ComfortFood #RainyDayEats #FoodieAdventures Gumbo Sauce: -180ml vegetable oil -90g plain flour -6 cloves of garlic, minced -3 red peppers, diced -1 large onion, diced -3 celery sticks, diced -150g okra, sliced -500g passata -400g chopped tomatoes -200ml chicken stock -200ml vegetable stock -2 tsp garlic powder -2 tsp onion granules -3 tsp smoked paprika -3 tsp Old Bay seasoning -½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) -½ tsp white pepper -½ tsp black pepper -3 bay leaves -Your choice of protein Method: 1. Cook the oil and flour in a large pot, stirring, until golden-brown (10–15 minutes). 2. Add garlic, peppers, onion, celery, and okra. Cook 5–7 minutes. 3. Stir in passata, tomatoes, stock, spices, and bay leaves. Simmer 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. Taste, adjust seasoning, remove bay leaves, and serve.

I was back in the kitchen today making a gumbo. I have lots of gadgets I’ve collected over the years that give me a little bit of help….we all need help sometimes. Meet Pippa. #AccessibleCooking #BlindChef #KitchenGadgets #CookingMadeEasy #DisabilityAwareness Video Description: The video shows me in the kitchen chopping a pepper. Next, there’s a close up of Pippa a green, flower-shaped plastic gadget with a pointy cone in the centre. I slice the top off the pepper, pop Pippa inside, give it a twist, and out comes the core! Then, I grab Sheila to slice up the pepper.

Cooking independently is one of my passions. It starts with that that first step - believing you can do it. Confidence builds over time, and soon enough, you’re mastering it your own unique way. I would suggest to start small, maybe chop one onion or carrot, and use pre-chopped options for the rest. Find gadgets that work for you and make the process easier and safer. Use simple recipes or ones you can prep ahead of time. And remember, it’s not about perfection. it’s about enjoying it and being independent. #AccessibleCooking #CookingTips #IndependentLiving #LifeSkills #KitchenHacks Video Description: Claire is at her kitchen island, setting up for some safe and simple onion chopping….no finger roulette here. She places a damp tea towel on the surface to stop her grey chopping board from slipping. Next, we see a close-up of Ollie, her chopping gadget with a handle and multiple prongs, followed by Sheila, a small metal finger guard with a loop at the back. Claire secures the onion with Ollie’s prongs, slicing through them with the knife. Then, with Sheila hooked over her finger to shield it from the blade, she dices the red onion with ease and tears.

Waited 35 years for this dance to trend. Ib: @Mimii

Shock Tok action! Making some pollen flavored jello! #asmr #shocktok #greenpool #fyp #jello #pollen

Part 1: The girl provokes the horse! The boss appears... #horseguardsparade #kingguard #military #thekingguard #army #bukinghampalace #peterellis #police #foryou #thekingguards #viral #fyp

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THEY MADE A BIG ONE?!

Looking like an F1 pitstop (@kellisdownunder) #diving #viral #highlight

this took us SO long 😭

Doesn’t take me 45 minutes anymore. Download Fitted now! Link in bio😘