Special Occasions
Thrifty fashion – Re-wear your wedding clothes
When you plan your wedding outfit, it’s with the knowledge that it’s only for a day. For this reason, some brides choose to hire their
When you plan your wedding outfit, it’s with the knowledge that it’s only for a day. For this reason, some brides choose to hire their
Summer in the UK is drawing to a close and with it the warm weather and sunny days have been left behind. I’m convinced that
Weddings are a joyful occasion, but they can also be full of stress as well, especially for the soon-to-be spouses. On the other hand, engagement
Whether you’re looking for interesting homewares, personalised gifts, handmade fashion or unique art, the best way to find something special is by buying from makers,
How to weave your own chunky woven storage box from cardboard and wool. Plus a review of Weaving Within Reach craft book – The projects in the book range from homewares to fashion accessories, kitchenware, gifts and soft furnishings. As you can probably tell from the wide range of projects, there’s something to suit every ability and it even shows you how to make your own makeshift loom to get you started.
Garlands, jewellery, party decorations, blankets, fashion accessories, gift wrapping, homewares. There are so many things you can make with a humble pom-pom. Did you ever make pom-poms as a kid? Whether you’re a seasoned pom-pom maker or a total newbie today’s blog post will show you how to create a use pom-poms to decorate your home and wardrobe…
Pusheen the cat started life as an internet sensation, and has quickly become the head of a soft toy empire in her own right. As
If you’re into cruelty-free living and eco-friendly products like me, you’ll be as interested as I was in the two new ranges of cleaning products and toiletries that I discovered this month. And the best thing is that buying these ethical products helps to support a charity too, so read on to see what I discovered on the Oxfam website…
There’s no better reason to make summer your favourite season than the opportunity to hit the beach. With the heat ramping up as the summer
It is no secret that different generations like different things. Not only does this pop up in fashion choices, but also in the style they have in their homes. So, with this in mind, what are the most popular design choices of different generations and how do you get the look for less?
Today I’m sharing an expert guest post about antiques and, in particular, the ways that you can help to preserve their value – and what
Were you a bridesmaid over the summer? Do you have a gorgeous freshly-laundered bridesmaid dress hanging in your wardrobe? Think you’ll probably never get a
It’s not often that I write a brand feature on my blog but after following the development of Alice X over the past couple of
I’ve published a few posts about my blog recently because I thought it was about time I shared the reasons behind the things I do
Another holiday season is upon us, which means a lot of cluttered boxes and waste from the presents we receive. That’s a whole lot of cardboard! And while you could always recycle them, there are much better ways to use all sorts of different packaging boxes.
Attention fellas! It’s that time of year again when you might be considering pulling on a pair of shorts and showing off your footballers legs
Weddings are just fantastic occasions, aren’t they?! Attending someone’s special day is a great opportunity to relax as a family, catch up with friends and
If you want to get into the Halloween spirit (excuse the pun) by styling your home with spooky decor, I’ve come up with a quick
Following on from yesterday’s timeless summer essentials blog post, I thought I’d share some quick pics of my new jacket. I’ve been searching for a
Can you believe this heat? I’m not sure I’ve ever experienced anything like it in the UK before. It’s meant that I’ve been to the
Did you know that besides being good for your dietary health, eggs—specifically, egg whites—can also be great for your skin? Read on to find out
Finding inexpensive ways to decorate the home this holiday season is a great way to make savings and here’s a few ideas for homemade decorations.
Parquet flooring is the new vinyl records. Making a surprising comeback, parquet has exploded back into the flooring scene and is ever increasingly becoming one
Weddings should be a day to remember, but that day doesn’t have to revolve around how much money you have spent on it. When it
Many people dream of setting up their own business where they can put good use to those skills and talents that mean something to them,
This week has been an incredibly crafty one for me – first it was the wreath-making workshop and today’s blog post is all about my latest sewing project: Christmas jumper bunting. Scroll down to see my step-by-step guide to making this fun festive project – I hope you’ll give it a go yourself!
Happy hump day everyone! It’s the middle of the week and already I’m looking forward to the weekend. Want to know why? I’m planning to
So excited to share with you my latest project for Reloved because my DIY infinity scarf was chosen to be photographed on a model for the
Weddings really are wonderful, regardless of what time of the year they are held, but there is something extra special about a winter wedding. If you’ve been invited to one, here are some ideas for looking your best on a budget…
I had a lovely surprise this week when I flicked through the winter issue of Oxfam newspaper: my festive wreath project has been featured in the publication!
Finding the perfect style to suit your everyday life can be difficult, especially when you need to save money. Whether you work in an office,
Britain’s creatives reveal their private garden sanctuaries in newly released book The Secret Gardeners. This beautifully presented book is packed full of stunning photographs, and
Did you know that 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the famous Converse All-Star high-top trainers? I didn’t either until I started Googling “Converse” when
This Tuesday Shoesday I want to talk about one of my favourite new trends for A/W16 – textured shoes. I’m talking suede, velvet or even
Just what IS the difference between a £25 pair of boots and a £250 pair? Can the higher priced pair really be that much better than the
It’s time to bundle up for winter but first use your head about what’s covering your head. All winter gear isn’t created equally. Here is
If you have a passion for fashion and love to shop, then becoming a fashion stylist is the perfect career choice for you. The position
Great news! I’ve been featured in the current issue of Sew Style magazine! When one of the writers from this fantastic magazine got in touch back
Can you believe that Fashion Targets Breast Cancer has already been running for 20 years?! I remember being a teenager when this ground-breaking campaign first launched – where
Well I think I can safely say that wedding season is well and truly upon us. As soon as July kicks off, so do the
Today’s blog post is a super-fast DIY project to add a little personality to an off-the-peg high street top. Yes, I’m doing a Primark hack,
Hairstyles come and go, but one thing is certain: Hair is always going to need cutting, trimming, colouring, and styling. Now that autumn is upon
Multi-functional rooms have been a trend for a while now, and it doesn’t look as though they’re going away any time soon. As more and
When people think about the aesthetic of their wedding, they tend to get a little more elaborate in their thinking than they need to. They
Does a stack of wedding and party invites leave you with a ‘what to wear’ headache this summer? Why not look to the era of
So I went away last weekend. I didn’t go far, just on our yearly jaunt to the Essex coast, but boy was it nice to
A new campaign by Oxfam has just launched today and I’ve already been rummaging around in my wardrobe this morning in order to help raise
We all wear denim, and all have at least one pair of jeans, a denim jacket, skirt, dress or dungarees. Denim will never go out
What are your plans for the weekend? Not all that busy? Well I’ve just found out about something that I’d love you to get involved with.
The school half term holidays are over and we’re finally entering the last term of the year. That means only one thing; the countdown to
You’ve done it. You bagged an interview for that job that everyone in your industry has been buzzing about for weeks. They all tried out
When you really love a pair of shoes, you find yourself wearing them at every opportunity. Perhaps they are the comfiest shoes you’ve ever worn,
Okay, it’s my last ‘preparing for the UK Blog Awards’ post of the week and I’m sharing a snap of the outfit I’ve finally decided
If you can cast your mind back to the last few times that I’ve been to a blog awards event, you might remember that I
The news has finally sunk in. I’ve registered for my ticket and I AM going to the UK Blog Awards woo! The ceremony is on 29th
I’m not even going to say the ‘C’ word yet but I know that many of you are already planning – and buying – your
On this surprisingly sunny Tuesday in March I’ve started to feel rather summery. Over the weekend the official First Day of Spring arrived in the
I’ve decided to write about my new handbag for this week’s Tuesday Shoesday blog post. Okay, I know it’s not strictly a shoesday post without any
In case you didn’t already hear me bleating on about it on Twitter – I’m going to the UK Blog Awards! So basically, you’ll be treated to
It’s the age-old question: knee-high or ankle? Which type of boots do you prefer? If you only had the money to buy one pair of
Cropped jeans are everywhere right now. And it’s no surprise really. They’re ideal for those Spring days when it’s too chilly for a skirt or
We all have a style uniform, don’t we? A particular style of outfit that you pull on day-in-day-out without really thinking about it. For me, it’s
Calling all bloggers, freelancers and students. In fact, anyone who works on a laptop for any length of time. I’m worried about you! As I’ve
In honour of the new year and with the aim of making positive changes to my life, I’ve decided to get involved with a really
Everyone has their own style – it’s part of what makes you, you! Knowing what colours suit you, understanding your body, what shape clothes you
When you’re a thrifty kinda gal who doesn’t really want to splash out her hard-earned cash on pricey pumps where do you shop for shoes?
You know the story – you are looking for that perfect pair of shoes for that perfect outfit, but the high street stores just keep
It can be hard to find the right pair of party shoes to suit your overall style. You want them to be on-trend yet timeless,
One of the constant things about fashion is that it changes all the time. One season we hate baggy jeans and the next season slouchy ‘boyfriend’
As I’m sat at my computer writing this blog post there is actually frost on the ground, I needed to defrost my car this morning, and I’ve
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