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Thursday, 31 March 2016

3 Healthy Snack Ideas to Try Today

Hands up if you have over dosed on chocolate over Easter?

If like me you want to kick start the healthy eating again after an indulgent bank holiday weekend, I have some great ideas for snacks that are easy to make and super healthy.

How to Make the New Instagram Changes Work for You

Instagram has always been my favourite social media channel, but recently it has announced changes to the way it will work from now on. We will soon start to see the main news feed page in order of popular posts rather than most recent. I have seen a lot of people freaking out about it as it could mean less likes and less exposure, but there are way you can make it work for you in a positive way.

Here are my tips for beating the new Instagram update...

Spring Wardrobe Updates | Lace Up Top DIY

Spring is finally here, and I am already starting to think about clearing out my boring winter clothes to make room for pretty spring outfits, but instead of just throwing them away I'm giving old clothes a new lease of life this spring with a little DIYing...

Lace up tops are everywhere this season and can add a cool retro vibe to any outfit whether its for day or night.

If you are having a spring wardrobe clear out & want to make your own follow these easy step by steps...

Interiors | Home Tour

It's been six months since we moved into our first home, and although it only feels like yesterday I am amazed at how much we have managed to do in the house to make it feel like home. I thought it would be the perfect time write a little update post showing you all the finishing touches we have made along with some before and after photos...

Travel | Dublin Mini Guide - What to do & where to eat

A few weeks back I took a little city break to Dublin, and after just three days I wanted to stay!

This city was perfect for our budget and lifestyle, we love cosy pubs, quirky cafes and breathtaking scenery and Dublin has it all. It is full of culture and life. My Boyfriend, Tom and I spent days wandering the cobbled streets before warming up with a Guinness in lively pubs.

Although we weren't there long enough to have tried everywhere we were recommended by friends, we did make some discoveries ourselves and here's what we loved...

Lifestyle | Tips for Balancing Blogging & a Full Time Job

I started blogging when I was living at home, unemployed and looking for a job as a way to keep me sane, and escape the never ending job applications and rejections. Now my blog is nearly two years old and I have a full time job in my dream role as a textile designer, I feel lucky and grateful to be able to do what I love, although it can be hard to manage both work life with keep up with my blog at times.

My blog took a bit of a back seat especially when I was moving out into my own home and my work life began to get busier. But I have picked up a few tricks and habits along the way to make sure I have a healthy balance and keep my blog content consistent and interesting and have the best of both worlds.