Utilising online design resources can seem somewhat terrifying. With an abundance of information available online, I used to find it somewhat confusing - because I didn't know where to start. But within any creative industry (and yes, blogging counts), it's important to identify the tools and resources that just help the creativity flow - in particular, Pinterest.
Read MoreNow you may have thought that quarantine was a great time to pick up with the ole blog again? Well, not so much… A recent turn of events has put a bit of a spanner in the works and if anything, has made it harder to attempt some sort of normality - including this blog. But after a good few weeks on furlough, I’ve curated a few casual looks with the help of Femme Luxe Finery - ideal for those cosy stay-at-home vibes.
Read MoreI’m a big fan of a neutral colour palette - I think it’s a great way to provide a neutral base that you’re able to update with any colour trends. So when Desenio got in touch to ask if I was interested in choosing some of their frames and prints, I had to say yes!
Read MoreIn case you missed it, last weeks post focused on all things no buy and the self imposed rules I’ve put in place to impose this (you can read that about this here) and as part of the no buy year series, I’ll be sharing regular updates including money diaries a la Refinery29 - so it begins! As the first week in my no buy year, the below is full of promise, although I’m certain that I can probably cut my grocery bill down even more with a bit of planning. Here we go, the first money diary of the year…
Read MoreWhen I started my graduate job, I had big dreams. These dreams included a zero based budget and savings goals that in hindsight were slightly unrealistic and didn’t allow for me to purchase anything outside of the bare bare basics. But this year and 3 months into a new job, I’ve made it my new year’s resolution to pursue something of a no buy year. So here’s how it’s going to happen.
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I’m really fortunate to say that I’m still really close with my friends from university, to the point where we regularly still have a ‘friend-mas’ and see each other quite a bit. With two of my close friends from university, we meet up every two weeks (or so) for a day packed with Christmas movies, plenty of snacks (and a box of Thorntons Continental!) and a catch up. Chocolate and snacks are a key component to all our catch ups and the Thorntons Continental selection is the perfect way to show appreciation for loved ones and ‘Pass The Love On’.
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