Happy Things

This month has definitely been one of the most hectic of year for me... maybe the most hectic ever?! And I'm including when I was at Uni and I got super stressed out and left and never went back. So yeah, it's fair to say November has been non stop! However, it's not a bad thing. It's had it's fair share of moments where I had a little panic I couldn't keep up with everything, but then I soon got over it. I mean, right now it's 5:30am and I've been up all night working. I have actually slept less than 6 hours in two days. But you know what? I'm in a good mood. Here are some reasons why...

Anyone who knows me knows that I'm quite an indulgent person, whether good or bad; in a lot of ways. I can never resist chocolate, I have to binge watch shows on Netflix when I discover new ones, and I become obsessed with things that might simply be a hobby for someone else (blogging, for example). I indulge in every aspect of my life, and I like getting lost in something I love.
Which I think is the reason why I love doing my Blog Advertisers posts for the month. These are people whose blogs I've stalked and promoted all month, and always found something about them I love for myself. Whether it's a fantastic personality that radiates across a computer screen, or a blog that inspires me to do something different; I love reading blogs, and being able to tell you all about the ones I've been lucky enough to have in my sidebar for the month. So I hope you guys are just as excited for today's, and give these guys some love!

Wow.
That's pretty much my response to my recent blog post about wanting to start a #TheGirlGang ! I never in a million years expected it to get such a huge response so quickly, and with such opportunities. I felt I HAD to get things rolling quickly, to keep up with it, and that I have to do this second post so that I have one full complete post with ALL the details you guys will need. Okay so if you haven't already, go and read this post, as it'll explain the premise behind this idea. I want to create a special part of the blogging community; that will look out for each other, support and send encouragement wherever we can. Spreading some real joy throughout the blogging world.

So what specific things will happen with the Girl Gang? I will share a newsletter updating you all on giveaways, creative challenges, showing love to specific members (all about that blog love!), scheduling Twitter chats, possible future events, merchandise (yes I'm going to make sure we have badges, patches or something pretty as a token!) and EVEN A BLOG AWARD. Yes that's right, I'm teaming up with Hayley who has kindly allowed a new award for 2016 to be added to the categories - BEST GIRL GANG MEMBER. And the extra amazing part? I get to choose the winner. It'll be open to absolutely anyone, whether a professional blogger, or a brand new blogger! Old/young/beauty/fashion/lifestyle/creative/travel - whatever! It doesn't matter. What does matter is their encouragement and support throughout the blogging community. I'll be looking for people who are always spreading good vibes, and who uphold the Girl Gang message!
So who can join?
Anyone! Girls, boys, whatever gender you identify with is always welcome! I only ask that you share the button provided in some way if possible (sidebars on blogs are a great way to do this!), and you try to help me make this gang a POSITIVE one! We're all here to support each other.

I feel like this title says it all really doesn't it?! Christmas is only a month away (29 days to be exact) and the fact that you can now buy beautiful unique pieces from Jewellery Box for JUST £1 is such a help. We all have mums, sisters, friends, colleagues to buy for that are sometimes so tricky, and it can be maddening. The lovely folk over at Jewellery Box have now got £1 offers on some amazing little pieces you guys need to be taking advantage of! These six pieces are their chosen favourites of the moment, and include earrings and adorable little charms to add to a bracelet (mine already looks super cute!).

Jewellery Box are now known for their one of a kind pieces and putting the most wonderful details in to their unique selection, so I think it's safe to say you can find something for almost anyone. Also, JB will be also taking part in Black Friday deals in their pop up shop in London (which is there until the 28th December by the way). Let me know if you're going to be taking advantage of these deals, and who for! (Even if it is for yourself, hehe) :) Have a great day guys! post signature

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Wanna Be In My Gang?

Please feel free to play Cyndi Lauper's 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fun' at a good level while reading this blog post, because it's about to get feminine up in huuuuurrrr. Okay shut up Jemma.
I've started a a bloggers girl gang!
It started out as a cute doodle, and then developed into a fully forming idea taking over my brain. There's always room for some more positivity in this bloggosphere and I'd love to contribute to that in some way. Enter our girl gang, The idea is that you can take this cute button below, and display it on your blog.

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If you display it on your blog, it's your way of telling everyone you're a member and you're sticking to a small and fun set of rules. The rules are as follows; 1. You promise to spread joy, kindness and positivity in the blogging community whenever you can. 2. You believe in celebrating diversity. 3. You recognise that you are absolutely beautiful, and awesome. ...and that's it! Yay. Not bad eh? So when you see someone with this button, you know they're a fellow member. You know this is a lovely little addition to the blogging world, and they're a supportive member. And finally, WHY SHOULD YOU? Two reasons here. 1. There's always gossip, negativity, bad feelings, some sort of bitchiness going around unfortunately; but I genuinely believe taking small steps like this makes a huge difference - and I would love more and more people to take part in trying to overcome that. 2. Freebies! I'll be creating wallpapers, graphics, and possibly even a future zine for members! I'll do anything I can to show you support and make things fun however I can :) I really hope a lot of you get involved, take the button, and spread this lovely idea :) Be in my gang, and we'll make this blogging land a little more positive I think... MEMBERS ASSEMBLE! :) SIGN UP TO THE NEWSLETTER HERE.

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Confidence

Today I wanted to talk about confidence; on how you can have it in great, big generous amounts in some areas of your life, but in the most minuscule of amounts in others. Sit me down with a drawing tablet, or a bunch of paints and I'm almost completely confident in myself. I know I can create something I'm happy with, from nothing. I can use my imagination and skills to put together a whole new creation and feel proud of what I come up with, enough to want to show it off - even if I know it won't be to everyone's taste. That's the thing with confidence, you're not expecting everyone else to like you, or whatever you're confident in. You're just happy with it enough for yourself.

The Ultimate Stocking Filler Gift Guide

Guys, I've officially started Christmas. This is it now, I'm in full on festive mode; gift buying, blog post planning, christmas songs on, cards being drawn/bought. I'm really happy about this, I don't think I've ever been this festive since I was a little girl. I've been planning and putting together a plan for gift guides this year, and I think I've really got it down to the things I'd find most useful/lovely for those people who you need a little more help with. I'm breaking this up into three parts, spread out between now and the big day, so be sure to keep an eye out! So here I decided to start with some goodies I think are worth considering for your stockings this year!

First up we have AMAZING Mud Marvels Mask from Merumaya which I've been absolutely loving lately. Whenever I need an instant pick me up for my skin, especially when I'm in the mood for a real pamper sesh; I've turned to this product. This stuff is powered by activated charcoal and volcanic ash to deeply cleanse and detoxify skin. Think of it as a way of totally rejuvenating your skin, without it being stripped bare or too harsh. This is a total pleasure to use and I've seen a brighter complexion because of it. Who wouldn't want this? If you pop this in the stocking of any beauty lover, they'll be a happy bunny I'm sure. Get yours here.

Next up is the wonderfully kitschy jewellery from GlitzBlizzard. Zeynep runs her own little online shop selling the quirkiest and most unique jewellery you could ask for. I'm sure it's obvious upon looking at these, that they are very much MY kind of style of you guys are familiar with that by now :) I absolutely love anything glittery and cute, and some of her pieces actually make me feel like a teen again - because I was obsessed with collection unique pieces of quirky jewellery. I had a huuuge collection and I can't help but feel all nostalgic with GlitzBlizzard. Supporting small business is really important to me, and I think adding these into some stockings this year for anyone who loves jewellery with personality is a winner!