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The Irish Sun
17 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I live in a caravan on a holiday park – it costs HALF of my old flat & there's great perks, I use the swimming pool too
A YOUNG woman has revealed that she lives in a caravan on a holiday park for 11 months of the year. Not only does it cost half of the price of her old flat, but there's loads of perks too, including full use of the park's swimming pool and sauna. 2 A content creator has opened up about her life in a caravan, as she revealed the five reasons why she chose to give up life in a flat Credit: tiktok/@katrinascaravan 2 Not only is Katrina now able to save cash, but she's also able to use the holiday park's facilities too Credit: tiktok/@katrinascaravan Posting on social media, Katrina, who lives in the south of England, opened up on why she chose to live this way - and it's not just that it's 'much cheaper' and more affordable. The brunette beauty, who bought her caravan outright and spends just £528 a month, which includes her pitch, bills and insurance, revealed the five reasons why she chose to live in a caravan. Prior to this, Katrina was paying over double to live in a flat, as she expressed: 'It costs half of what my old flat did - my life quality is way better now, I can do things I could have never afforded to do before.' Not only is Read more caravan stories Katrina then got candid on the additional benefits of But that's not all, as Katrina stressed that not having 'junk' around her has made life feel 'much more simple now.' 'Living in a small space really teaches you what is important and what isn't - I've had to minimise my life and I really like it this way,' she added. Finally, Katrina confessed her thoughts on the positive vibe of the caravan park, as she concluded: 'There's a really sweet community feel here - I'm loving that aspect of it and getting to know my neighbours and becoming friends.' Most read in Fabulous Having said that, the content creator, who has amassed 29,900 followers since opening up about her The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Hidden gem Scots caravan park with luxury hot tubs that's just five steps from the beach Not only this, but it's also amassed 2,979 likes and 305 comments. Social media users were gobsmacked by Katrina's way of life and many eagerly raced to the comments to share their thoughts. It makes you appreciate things more and actually be able to afford to have a life and have fun TikTok user One person said: 'I would love to live in a Another added: 'I'd live in one… half the cleaning time and less stuff.' A third commented: 'I couldn't think of a better way to live.' How much does it cost to live in a caravan? LIVING in a caravan can be an economical and flexible lifestyle choice in the UK. Here's a breakdown of potential costs: Initial Costs Caravan Purchase: £8,000 - £40,000 (depending on size, age, and condition) Caravan Insurance: £200 - £800 per year Ongoing Monthly Costs Pitch Fees: £150 - £600 (varies by location and facilities) Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water): £40 - £120 Maintenance and Repairs: £20 - £80 Internet and TV: £20 - £50 Gas for Heating/Cooking: £15 - £40 Other Potential Costs Waste Disposal Fees: £8 - £25 Transport Costs (if moving locations): Variable, depending on distance Optional Add-ons (Awning, Solar Panels, etc.): £400 - £1,600 (one-time) Sample Monthly Budget Pitch Fees: £400 Utilities: £80 Maintenance and Repairs: £40 Internet and TV: £40 Gas for Heating/Cooking: £25 Total: £585 Annual Estimated Cost Total Monthly Costs: £585 x 12 = £7,020 Insurance: £500 Maintenance and Repairs: £480 Total Annual Cost: £8,000 Tips to Save Off-Peak Pitch Fees: Look for lower rates during off-peak seasons. DIY Maintenance: Handle minor repairs yourself. Energy Efficiency: Invest in solar panels to reduce utility costs. While initial setup costs can be significant, ongoing expenses for living in a caravan can be relatively low, making it a viable option for those seeking an affordable and mobile lifestyle in the UK. At the same time, one woman explained: 'We are looking to do this as a family of five! Like you said, it makes you appreciate things more and actually be able to afford to have a life and have fun, that's our main reason.' Meanwhile, someone else asked: 'How are you able to live on a holiday park? Didn't think it was allowed?' To this, Katrina replied and confirmed: 'I'm here for 11 months, I have a residential address for the other month.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I'm a single mum and got £4.3k in UC this month – I've run out of cash & am begging people to donate to my boob job fund
A SINGLE mother has claimed that she got paid more than £4,300 this month in Universal Credit, but has already run out of money. As a result, Ebony Wood, 26, who is currently not working and is living off of benefits, is now Advertisement 2 A young mother has claimed to have received more than £4,300 in Universal Credit this month, which she has already spent Credit: TikTok/@bonniedontcare 2 Not only this, but Ebony Wood, 26, is now asking strangers to pay for her to have a boob job Credit: TikTok/@bonniedontcare Not only this, but she's even asking people to donate to her GoFundMe page, so that she can treat herself to a The young mother, who calls herself Bonnie and lives in a Clapping back to taxpayers, Bonnie filmed herself cleaning her filthy 'You lot literally have to work 40 hours a week to get half of what I get - I literally get given £4,000 a month from the government.' Advertisement Read more real life stories While Bonnie asked trolls to 'stop putting hate' in her comments, she showed off her messy home and slammed: 'If it wasn't for you lot working full time and paying taxes, I would not even have these grey Tommy Hilfiger leggings.' But moments later, in response to a comment that accused her of lying about her which are given to UK residents with a low income or , Bonnie shared a screenshot of what she claimed to be her most recent payment - a hefty £4,320.98. In response to the hater, who blamed her for spreading ' 'Don't be jealous because I get given double what you earn in a month - I practically get your monthly wages in a week.' Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive Exclusive On Bonnie's profile, she has since shared a link to her She has an ambitious target of £2,200 and at the time of writing, had raised just £10 thanks to two donations. Debunking Myths: Life on Universal Credit While she can't afford to pay for the surgery herself, the mother claimed that she 'deserves to feel good' but stressed that getting the Social media users fume The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Advertisement This honestly infuriates me!!!! TikTok user Social media users were horrified by Bonnie's claims, with many eagerly sharing their views in the comments. One person said: 'This is embarrassing.' What help is available for parents? CHILDCARE can be a costly business. Here is how you can get help. 30 hours free childcare - Parents of three and four-year-olds can apply for 30 hours free childcare a week. To qualify you must usually work at least 16 hours a week at the national living or minimum wage and earn less than £100,000 a year. Tax credits - For children under 20, some families can get help with childcare costs. Childcare vouchers - If your employer offers childcare vouchers you can get up to £55 a week in tax and national insurance savings. You pay for your childcare before your tax contributions are taken out. This scheme is open to new joiners until October 4, 2018, when it is planned that tax-free childcare will replace the vouchers. Tax-free childcare - Available to working families and the self-employed, for every £8 you put in the government will add an extra £2. Another added: 'What in the benefits Britain is going on here?' A third commented: 'Bragging about getting £4k a month but begging for more money from tax payers is mad.' Advertisement If it wasn't for you lot working full time and paying taxes, I would not even have these grey Tommy Hilfiger leggings Bonnie At the same time, someone else wrote: 'Stop boasting.' Meanwhile, someone else fumed: 'This honestly infuriates me!!!!' But that's not all, as another rudely chimed in and questioned: "What in the Jeremy Kyle is happening here?" Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club Advertisement How much Universal Credit can you get? TRYING to work out how much Universal Credit you can get can be overwhelming. There are so many different elements that can affect your claim and it makes the whole process even more complicated. There are several free calculators that you can use to help you get an estimate, such as You will need: Details of all your income, such as existing benefits, tax credits, earnings from employment and your pensions, Details of your partner's income if you're married, in a civil partnership or living with someone as a couple. You will be assessed as a couple Information on any savings you have, How much you pay in council tax per year, and whether you get any discounts, reductions or exemptions, Details of your rent or mortgage payments, Employment and income information about anyone else living with you, such as grown-up children, Details about your carer's allowance if you receive it. You'll need to make sure that the information provided is as accurate as possible to get the truest estimate.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
I've made £10.4k on Vinted & swear by 7 tips to make cash quick – including the magic number of pictures you must upload
A SAVVY woman has shared the secrets to her impressive Vinted fortune. So if you've got a Advertisement 4 A savvy mum has shared her top tips to ensure you sell items fast on Vinted Credit: tiktok/@isabella.98x 4 Isabella has made £10,470.65 on Vinted this year alone Credit: tiktok/@isabella.98x 4 She still has the capacity to earn £3,199 extra thanks to the 873 items she currently has listed on the marketplace app Credit: tiktok/@isabella.98x 4 So if you want to sell well, you'll need to take notes Credit: Getty Isabella, a young woman 'on a hustle mission', has made £10,470.65 on Vinted this year alone. Not only this, but she still has the capacity to earn £3,199 extra thanks to the 873 items she currently has listed on the marketplace app. Posting on social media, the mother uploaded a snap showing off a huge pile of her First things first, according to Isabella, you shouldn't upload more than seven items a day on the app. Advertisement Read more Vinted stories She advised: 'Post four to seven items daily. Don't post them all on the same day as they will then become lost.' Secondly, she revealed her top tip for taking the best pictures, as she added: 'Post your items on a plain background, e.g. white bedding or clean carpet.' Additionally, Isabella revealed the exact number of days you should wait before 'If you still haven't sold your item after seven days, delete the item and re-post,' she stressed. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Not only this, but Isabella warned against using supermarket bags to send out 'This will make you look more professional and your buyer will be more likely to return.' I've made £200 on Vinted in 24 hours - the 9 items that are flipping FAST & the retro product to always pick up But that's not all, as Isabella also advised Vinted enthusiasts to offer Not only should users take pictures of their items on a white background, but Isabella also stressed the magic number of Advertisement Do you need to pay tax on items sold on Vinted? QUICK facts on tax from the team at Vinted... The only time that an item might be taxable is if it sells for more than £6,000 and there is profit (sells for more than you paid for it). Even then, you can use your capital gains tax-free allowance of £3,000 to offset it. Generally, only business sellers trading for profit (buying goods with the purpose of selling for more than they paid for them) might need to pay tax. Business sellers who trade for profit can use a tax-free allowance of £1,000, which has been in place since 2017. More information here: She recommended: 'Use natural lighting, good quality images and always show at least three images of the item.' Finally, Isabella noted the importance of raking up five star reviews on the handy app, as she concluded: 'Having good reviews is essential when selling on Vinted. '[It] shows that you are reliable and the items are likely to be as described.' Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Advertisement Super helpful tips. Thanks girlie! TikTok user One person said: 'Great tips.' Another added: 'Thank you for sharing this A third commented: 'Super helpful tips. Thanks girlie! Sending love and support to you.' Meanwhile, someone else simply beamed: 'Amazing tips.' Advertisement Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club MOST POPULAR ITEMS ON VINTED Vinted shared with The Sun some of the most popular items on the app: The autumnal months is when Vinted has the highest activity on the platform The company's most 'favourited' listing globally was a Bambino Jacquemus bag with over 1,300 Likes Most popular colours in the UK include black, white, grey, brown, navy and pink. Best-sellers: Clothing within both Women's and Men's categories, dog equipment within the pet care category, and books within the entertainment category
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I was obsessed with filler & looking fake – trolls say I'm a ‘different person' now and call my natural look a ‘big no'
A MOTHER has revealed that she became obsessed with filler and looking fake, but has now had an epic glow-down. In a bid to embrace her Advertisement 2 A mother has revealed that she spent years becoming "obsessed with being fake" Credit: tiktok/@shannondyer01 2 But now, Shannon Dyer has dissolved her lip filler and stopped colouring her hair Credit: tiktok/@shannondyer01 Now, Shannon has left people gobsmacked after sharing her before and after look - but while some think she is 'stunning', others have claimed she looks like 'two different people'. In a new trend, we're seeing more and more social media users sharing their jaw-dropping There have been plenty of epic transformations posted online, but Shannon's has left people particularly stunned. A glow-down, similar to the ' Advertisement Read more real life stories It promotes enhancing With a glow-down, we're seeing people ditch long Before embarking on her transformation journey, Shannon was barely ever seen without her fluttery lashes and regularly dyed her locks blonde. However, after giving birth to three daughters, she soon realised she had had enough of the Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Sharing her jaw-dropping makeover online, Shannon uploaded a short clip after she became more confident in her skin. As she sat in her car, the content creator rocked a much more Blankita's Glow-Down: Embracing Natural Beauty Not only did she go back to her natural hair colour, but instead of the heavy make-up, Shannon's beautiful freckles were on show. The mother then explained: 'Became so obsessed with being fake…I almost forgot who I really was.' Advertisement Four ways to give yourself a glowdown Thick fluffly lashes are out, so is the fake tan and long how to have the ultimate glow-down in four steps... The term "glow-down" refers to a woman removing what once was the most popular beauty choices, for a more natural look. Eyelash extensions - Thick, bold "Russian lashes" used to be all the rage, but nowadays, girls are opt for subtle, individual eyelash extensions to lengthen what they already have. Nails - Gone are the long, plastic talons, more women are favouring BIAB or gel manis. Hair colour - Remember when everyone wanted icy white hair? Not anymore! Millions of women are trying to go back to their roots (literally), and have soft blondes, and warm gold tones added to their hair, in a bid to achieve the "old money blonde" look. Makeup - Sculpting your face shape through the art of contouring is no more. Ladies are adding freckles and sweeping blush across cheekbones instead. She claimed that it took her 'so long to feel comfortable' in her own skin, but beamed: 'Crazy what getting your As well as this, Shannon later wrote: 'One of the main reasons I wanted to embrace being natural was for my three daughters - I don't want them growing up wanting to change what they look like as they are beautiful as they are.' Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Not only this, but it's also amassed 13,600 likes, 1,214 comments and 1,274 shares. Advertisement You look so much more beautiful now TikTok user But social media users were left totally divided by Shannon's makeover - whilst many rushed to share complimentary messages about her new look, unfortunately not everyone was as kind. One user beamed: 'You look so much more beautiful now.' Top 40 beauty tips that have been handed down from generations 1. Never go to bed in make up 2. Moisturise daily 3. Don't pick at your spots, to avoid scarring 4. Get enough sleep to prevent tired-looking skin 5. When it comes to make-up, less is more 6. Trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends 7. Don't forget to moisturise your neck and décolletage 8. Drink a big glass of water each morning to cleanse and rehydrate 9. Gently pat your face dry with a towel instead of rubbing to avoid irritation 10. Avoid using too much heat on your hair to prevent damage 11. Remove makeup gently, especially around the eyes 12. Use a lip balm to keep your lips soft and prevent chapping 13. Put cucumbers on eyes to help reduce puffiness 14. Choose a foundation that matches your neck to avoid a mismatched face 15. Wash your face in cold water after cleansing to close pores. 16. Rinsing hair in cold water to increase the shine 17. Wear sunscreen/SPF protection every day, no matter the weather 18. Use a cold spoon to reduce under-eye puffiness 19. Use petroleum jelly to tame brows and moisturise lips 20. Test skincare products on a small patch of skin before using them all over your face 21. Never spend longer than 30 minutes in direct sunlight 22. Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove dead skin cells 23. Wear gloves on hands and socks on feet after putting cream on overnight 24. Wear brown mascara for a less harsh look 25. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural glow 26. Wash hair in beer to make in shiny 27. Invest in a good quality eye cream 28. Keep your makeup brushes clean to avoid breakouts 29. Apply eye cream to reduce puffiness and dark circles 30. Apply a heat protectant before using styling tools on your hair 31. Brush your hair 100 strokes per day 32. Head massages for hair growth 33. Deep condition your hair weekly to keep it healthy and shiny 34. Wrap hair in a warm towel to enhance a hair treatment 35. Use a silk pillowcase to reduce hair frizz and skin wrinkles 36. Use a facial mask once a week for deep cleansing 37. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to prevent clogged pores 38. Exfoliate your lips using your toothbrush 39. Use mayonnaise as a hair conditioner 40. Use a primer before applying foundation for a smoother finish A second shared: 'You look stunning now…naturally beautiful and classy.' Meanwhile, someone else gasped: 'What a natural beauty! I'm so glad you have accepted your beautiful self.' Advertisement It's like two different people TikTok user However, at the same time, one person said: 'You looked so pretty before, now it's just a big no.' Another added: 'Prefer the before.' Whilst one woman claimed: 'It's like two different people.' Eager to clap back to the haters, Shannon later wrote: 'People saying before is better please be real - I have over filled lips that Advertisement 'Also I don't want to look better like people are saying, I want to look like me.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I ditched my huge ‘Russian' lashes & hair extensions to be a natural beauty – but trolls say I have ‘aged 20 years'
A MOTHER has revealed that after years of getting huge fake eyelashes and wearing long hair extensions, she has now had an epic glow-down. In a bid to embrace her 2 In a bid to embrace her natural beauty, a mother named Ellie-Mae Phoebe has ditched her eyelash and hair extensions Credit: tiktok/@elliemaescarrett/ 2 But the young woman has been met with a mixed response and some have even accused of her ageing 20 years Credit: tiktok/@elliemaescarrett/ Not only this, but she also removed her long, blonde Now, Ellie-Mae has left people totally stunned after sharing her before and after look. In a new trend, we're seeing more and more social media users sharing their jaw-dropping There have been plenty of epic transformations posted online, but Ellie-Mae's in particular has left people particularly gobsmacked. Read more real life stories A glow-down, similar to the ' It promotes enhancing With a glow-down, we're seeing people ditch long Before embarking on her transformation journey, Ellie-Mae wore her hair down and was barely ever seen without her fluttery lashes. Most read in Fabulous But she soon realised she had had enough of the Sharing her jaw-dropping makeover online, Ellie-Mae then shared a short clip after she became more confident in her own skin. Blankita's Glow-Down: Embracing Natural Beauty As she sat in her car, the content creator rocked a much more Not only was there no eyelash extensions in sight, but she had also ditched the Four ways to give yourself a glowdown Thick fluffly lashes are out, so is the fake tan and long how to have the ultimate glow-down in four steps... The term "glow-down" refers to a woman removing what once was the most popular beauty choices, for a more natural look. Eyelash extensions - Thick, bold "Russian lashes" used to be all the rage, but nowadays, girls are opt for subtle, individual eyelash extensions to lengthen what they already have. Nails - Gone are the long, plastic talons, more women are favouring BIAB or gel manis. Hair colour - Remember when everyone wanted icy white hair? Not anymore! Millions of women are trying to go back to their roots (literally), and have soft blondes, and warm gold tones added to their hair, in a bid to achieve the "old money blonde" look. Makeup - Sculpting your face shape through the art of contouring is no more. Ladies are adding freckles and sweeping blush across cheekbones instead. Alongside pictures of her new look, the confident mum, who wore her hair tied back, beamed: 'I spent so long with black Russian lashes and long hair extensions… 'I almost forgot how beautiful I can feel without them.' Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Not only this, but it's also amassed 3,436 likes and 34 comments. But social media users were left totally divided by the six-second clip - whilst many rushed to share complimentary messages to Ellie-Mae, unfortunately not everyone was as kind. Personally prefer before TikTok user One person said: 'Never go back, you look amazing.' Another added: 'You're naturally so beautiful.' Top 40 beauty tips that have been handed down from generations 1. Never go to bed in make up 2. Moisturise daily 3. Don't pick at your spots, to avoid scarring 4. Get enough sleep to prevent tired-looking skin 5. When it comes to make-up, less is more 6. Trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends 7. Don't forget to moisturise your neck and décolletage 8. Drink a big glass of water each morning to cleanse and rehydrate 9. Gently pat your face dry with a towel instead of rubbing to avoid irritation 10. Avoid using too much heat on your hair to prevent damage 11. Remove makeup gently, especially around the eyes 12. Use a lip balm to keep your lips soft and prevent chapping 13. Put cucumbers on eyes to help reduce puffiness 14. Choose a foundation that matches your neck to avoid a mismatched face 15. Wash your face in cold water after cleansing to close pores. 16. Rinsing hair in cold water to increase the shine 17. Wear sunscreen/SPF protection every day, no matter the weather 18. Use a cold spoon to reduce under-eye puffiness 19. Use petroleum jelly to tame brows and moisturise lips 20. Test skincare products on a small patch of skin before using them all over your face 21. Never spend longer than 30 minutes in direct sunlight 22. Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove dead skin cells 23. Wear gloves on hands and socks on feet after putting cream on overnight 24. Wear brown mascara for a less harsh look 25. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural glow 26. Wash hair in beer to make in shiny 27. Invest in a good quality eye cream 28. Keep your makeup brushes clean to avoid breakouts 29. Apply eye cream to reduce puffiness and dark circles 30. Apply a heat protectant before using styling tools on your hair 31. Brush your hair 100 strokes per day 32. Head massages for hair growth 33. Deep condition your hair weekly to keep it healthy and shiny 34. Wrap hair in a warm towel to enhance a hair treatment 35. Use a silk pillowcase to reduce hair frizz and skin wrinkles 36. Use a facial mask once a week for deep cleansing 37. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to prevent clogged pores 38. Exfoliate your lips using your toothbrush 39. Use mayonnaise as a hair conditioner 40. Use a primer before applying foundation for a smoother finish A third commented: 'Your eyes literally pop!!! You're naturally stunning.' However, at the same time, one user wrote: 'Personally prefer before.' Meanwhile, another chimed in and rudely remarked: 'You just aged 20 years.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
