How dare you buckle under societal demands for how women ought to be! (Eh, whatever...) Honestly, you could probably ask just about any woman that isn't me for makeup tips, especially if they have makeup ladies in the shops out there.

Make sure to check reviews for sewing machines. I didn't have that luxury, but my parents got me a very reliable brand (Kenmore) so I didn't have to even worry about it. Good luck steering clear of all those bells and whistles!

(And a snake plush would be incredibly easy to make. But hey, even better! Make snake bracelets!)