7 Things I Miss From My Teens

1. Being an emo.
Yeah, I said it. It's just not socially acceptable anymore. Plus I'm nearly 30. But by god I do miss that heavy AF black eyeliner, emo fringe, fishnet gloves and only living in band tshirts.

2. Nickelodeon TV shows.
Sister Sister, Sabrina The Teenage Witch, and Kenan and Kel were MY JAM once I got home from school. I swear I could never decide which was my fave (Sister Sister, maybe). They were the perfect trio of shows that played one after the other. Ooh! And remeber Nickelodeon used to do that 'Vote or what plays next' thing? God the money I wasted.. (Sorry Mum).

Friday Five

Life in lists; because everything just feels so much better in list form. These are not necessarily 'Top 5' of each, or in any particular order...


Five Quotes I Love:
1. "You have to realize that someday you will die. Until you know that, you are useless!”
2. “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.”
3. “Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.”
4. “It is never too late to be what you might have been.”
5. "People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel."

Five Things That Scare Me:
1. Spiders
2. Not living life to the fullest.
3. Being forgotten.
4. Heights.
5. Creepy little girls (for real).

Five Dreams:
1. To write a book.
2. To travel.
3. To marry Gary.
4. To be in a career I love.
5. To live a long and happy life.

Five Films I Love:
1. Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind.
2. Fight Club.
3. Amelie.
4. The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.
5. The Little Mermaid.

Five Blogs I Love:
1. The Creative Outlook.
2. Little Lady Little City.
3. Popcorn and Glitter.
4. Hello Sugarpea.
5. The Girl With The Strawberry Tattoo.


I hope the weekend brings you amazing adventures, plenty of happiness and a dash of luck!
:)



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15 Creative Things To Do

If I could ask for anything for you guys when visiting Dorkface, it'd be that you're left feeling inspired and creative; that's the hope anyway. So what if you do feel inspired?, what if I do get your creative juices flowing?... what then?
Well I have the solution my friends. I know, I know. You can thank me later.  Now take some time to invest on your creativity, it will not be time wasted!

1. Paint. I don't care if you've never picked up a brush in your life; do it! Swish some watercolours about, use them as pretty backgrounds for pictures, make a super organised colour swatching page to inspire you (and possibly consider a new colour scheme for your blog!)
2. Make an inspiration book. Collect pretty images in magazines, scraps of paper, cute wrapping paper, anything you can stick into a journal. Starting in such a simple way, creating pages of imagery you just like, will bring new ideas to you every time you come back to it and will make a really pretty journal.
3. Paint your nails. Really go for it, don't stick with the normal splash of colour quickly slapped onto your nails (just me?!). Check out some amazing ideas from Pinterest like these, and make something super pretty. Get creative with it; add glitter, stickers, spell out words, whatever. Make a statement!
4. Sew something inspirational into a shirt. Yep, anyone could do this one! Use this an an example. Just pencil in what you'd like to write first, then get sewing! Think of all the awesome song lyrics you could use...
5. Repaint something at home. This could be a big DIY project like painting an old table with a pop of colour, or simply making a serving tray a little prettier. 

6. Make a card. Everyone loves a handmade card! There is nothing cuter, or more heartfelt than someone putting a bit of effort in. Especially if it's for no reason, other than to make someone smile :)
7. Create a collage. Super easy! Whether you use old photographs, images from magazines or just ripped up pieces of pretty paper :)
8. Take photographs. I know a lot of my audience is made up of bloggers, and you photograph a lot anyway. But let's get creative with it! Take photos every hour of your day, and show how your whole day went. Or go somewhere special, somewhere local, and take as many photos as possible. Maybe even ask someone to sit for you?
9. Writing. This this I'm doing right now? This counts. Grab a pen and paper (ooh, oldschool!) and write down your favourite memories, the start of a short story, or even a poem. Don't worry about the outcome, just have fun with it.
10. Customise. Whether it's your clothes, your notebooks, your bag or your mirror; get customising! 

11. Sculpt. Okay, this doesn't have to be as daunting as it might sound! I've used clay before to make jewellery on this very old post, and it's so much fun!
12. Collect things. I know someone who collects pretty flowers and presses them into a scrapbook with notes/photographs from where she picked them, and it's such an awesome idea! But the simple act of collecting anything can be quite creative if you share or display it in some fun way.
13. Get crafty with crochet. I've never learned to crochet myself, but it looks amazing! I'm especially impressed with the creations from Crissy - she is so talented!
14. Make a dream catcher. Not just for the boho types! Make something super pretty to display above your bed and it'll remind you how super creative and awesome you are! :)
15. Learn to play an instrument. Whether the piano, drums or the guitar are something you've always wanted to learn but never bothered, do it now! There's no time like the present.

I hope you all feel a little inspired, and let me know what creative things you're all up to lately?



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Monthly & Yearly Blog Goals

As someone who loves a good to-do list, and feels rather excited by crossing things off these said to-do lists; I couldn't let the opportunity pass to share one of my recent favourites with you guys. At the start of the year (January 1st, to be exact!), I decided to make some blogging goals for the entire year, in the hopes it would keep me organised and focused. I also decided to make extra goals each month as time goes on, so that I can keep things fresh in my mind and motivate me for small tasks.
So since we're almost halfway through the year, I'd like to share some of my thoughts so far for monthly and yearly blogging goals...

(Bold are the ones I've done already)

Goals for 2015: - Host a Twitter chat (confirmed, soon!) - Open an Etsy shop - Reach 1000 Bloglovin followers - Finally get the hang of affiliate links (and use them) - Reach 3000 Twitter Followers - Publish 400 posts - Reach 2000 Bloglovin followers - Attend a blogger meet up (two so far!) - Reach 100,000 views - Reach 5000 Twitter followers - Turn the spare room into an actual office for blogging/work - Push my DA up to 30 - Work with more brands - Design new business cards

Monthly Goals: - Take part in at least one Twitter chat each week - Publish at least three posts each week - Add to my art journal - Fill up my advertising slots


It feels fantastic to see the things I've achieved so far, whether big or small. Seeing the things I've yet to do doesn't leave me disheartened either; I'm motivated to keep going! I have so many ambitions inside and outside of blogging, and knowing I'm on the right track really helps to keep me focused.

Do you guys set yourselves monthly or yearly goals? Let me know how you're doing so far!






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10 Cute Instagrams

Instagram is my little online moodboard, my quick source of inspiration and a place where I can always rely on a burst of colour and beauty. You can find me posting on my own Insta, at least once a day and I do try to keep it full of life and pretty things. There are some Instagram accounts I adore a little more than others, as they seem to be the ones I visit on a regular basis and fall in love with! I thought I would share some of my favourites with you guys today, and I hope you enjoy! (Also, they are not in any particular order!)

1. https://instagram.com/chelsamander/

Okay I said they are not in any particular order but to be fair, Chels might just take the top spot. I found her on Tumblr years ago and I've been obsessed ever since. Her colourful hair, the cute indie/girly clothes, the 90's nostalgia... Oh Chels, you have me totally smitten. If you love lots of bright colours and girly themes, this is one for you.

2. https://instagram.com/slitherydee/

Another discovery from my Tumblr obsessed days! (I still use it, but I used to live on Tumblr..) This girl is like a colourful unicorn of happiness. She manages to find the weird, wacky and unusual; and make them totally fun. I'm addicted.

3. https://instagram.com/fineanddandyblog/

You all know Claire, right?! If you don't already follow her blog, you should go visit and see what you're missing out on immediately! Claire has the most beautiful, girly, adorable Instagram feed, and is definitely a little face I enjoy seeing pop up. With a preference for all things pink, and fun childish themes; it will feel like you've entered the bedroom of a princess.

4. https://instagram.com/youngeccentric/

If you fancy something a little edgier, then Sabrina is the girl for you. Her Instagram is a constant source of fun and attitude thrown in with plenty of glitter. You can't help but envy this girl no matter what your own style is, and she'll show you that Art can be anything you make it.

5. https://instagram.com/jennyeveryday/

Jenny Everyday is a very accurate name for her Instagram. She shares her daily life snippets focusing on all the beauty she encounters, and it's a treat to scroll through her feed. Expect plenty of sweet treats and cute homeware.

6. https://instagram.com/theconnoisseurofcute/

All things bright, colourful and FUN; that's how I would describe Elizabeth's Instagram. I discovered this only a few months ago, and I've been obsessed ever since. She also owns the most amazing little online store which is chock full of goodies to make any Kawaii girl swoon!

7. https://instagram.com/iamlazykat/

Kat is a blogger who I am constantly envying. She is stylish (100% in her own way), cute and smart. A Parisian blogger who always translates her posts into both French and English, sharing her day to day outfits, cute finds and inspirations. Her Instagram is much of the same, showcasing plenty of white washed pastels and bright photographs. You'll love her!

8. https://instagram.com/lemon_freckles/

Toni is another blogger who I admire greatly and I genuinely visit her blog/Instagram on a daily basis, to give me a boost of inspiration when really needed! She is a creative soul and can always be seen sharing her latest illustrations, designs, crafty endeavors. I love seeing other creatives and Toni is such a wonderful, lovely person too to boot!

9. https://instagram.com/aww.sam/

Pink and yellow everywhere! Sam has a very clear and pretty theme going on, perfect if you need to get in the mood for Summer. Think beautifully staged photos, sweet treats and some of the cutest outfits you'll ever see! It's such a happy theme, that I can't help but fall in love with its sickly sweet feed.

What about you guys, who are your faves? Suggest me some!


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