MY WAYS TO FIND INSPIRATION FOR BLOGGING

 

I think people call it 'Bloggers block', and boy I have had my fair share of this the last month or so! mainly because I have been working a lot and just haven't got round to drafting blog posts, but I am back today with some of the things I do to get some inspiration for posts. I hope they help you with some ideas and inspiration!

 

Browse social media - Instagram, Blogs, Pinterest, Tumblr. I think we all do this all day everyday and I think if you explore pages that you don't normally look at, you will be surprised at what you find! I could spend hours browsing on them and after a while, I would just get inspiration, whether it is for a blog post or an outfit I could put together or a makeup look or a cute makeup dressing table set up that I stumbled across on Pinterest.

 

Google! - have a look on Google, type in what you want to know and then have a browse through the websites or mainly blogs that have got long lists of blog post ideas or titles or inspiration. this isn't something I do as much now but last year I did find myself going to Google for some help and in the process I found some of my favourite bloggers!

 

Go outside - go shopping, go for a walk and get some of that h2o! I have sat at my laptop for so long, trying to figure out some ideas and started posts that I just wasn't passionate about, so I end up deleting it and I am back to the beginning again. now I tend to just give myself a little time and if I cant think of anything, I close my laptop and move onto something else. listen to some music and distract yourself and trust me you will get inspired by something or someone!

 

Get a note pad - grab yourself a pen and just doodle some post titles or subjects that you know about or are passionate about. I'm not saying write down a blog post but just keep notes or just write/draw ideas and just roll with it. I tend to do this a lot, if I am out working and think of a blog post idea, I quickly right down everything that pops into my head, it is mainly random words and small sentences, simply because I when I go home and sit with the laptop, I normally think of even more things to add to an idea or sometimes even think of another post idea. just get creative! its your blog, so you can talk about whatever you like!

 

Give your blog a makeover - its like getting a new pair of shoes or a sexy highlighter when your feeling a little bit shitty or when you just feel like treating yourself lol there isn't anything wrong with investing in something that your passionate about and enjoy doing. I updated my blog a few months ago, and it was the best thing I did and was so easy. There are so many websites that sell blog layouts, so have a look around and find one that you like! scroll down to the bottom of my page and check out the designer of mine, he even set mine up for me (as I didn't have a clue where to start! I am still coming to terms with html guys lol)

 

 

G

xoxo

 

MY GO-TO GOLDEN MAKEUP LOOK

Hiya you beautiful lot! I'm back again with some pictures I wanted to share with you, of my golden eye makeup look with a little bit of glitter in the tear duck - I am OBSESSED with this look recently!

If you didn't know already but the orange tone eye shadows work perfectly with blue eyes, and make them 'pop!' lol, so I love going for the orange tone eye shadows at the moment.

If you would like a 'how-to' or a breakdown of the products used then please just drop a comment and I shall do it for you :)

Till next time,

G

xoxo

MY HAIR

 

 

 

My hair, like everyone, has good days and some not so good days lol but today wasn't that bad, so I thought I would share some things I do to maintain my curly locks!

If you have been following my blog for a while now, I have posted about the Ogx Argon oil a few times and it was my go to product last summer, I have lost count to how many times I have re-purchased it!
Just for reference, my hair is super thick and very long and loose curls with some slight frizz. my hair is also very heavy now, because of the length, so the curls have dropped compared to when I had shorter hair.
Before I wash my hair I tend to have an idea of what I will be doing to my hair, for example: if I am planning on straightening my hair once dry then I don't normally use the same products to when I am leaving it curly. when I am just being lazy and want to leave it curly then I wash with shampoo and I tend to use a deep conditioner or sometimes a hair mask, I brush it whilst its still wet and then I give it a shake with my fingers and let it dry a little more. then I use the argon oil, for me personally, it helps define my curls and gives it a beautiful shine! (also smells SO good!). over the years I have coloured my hair, so there are parts of my hair, (mainly the top back of my head from my roots down) that are a bit more frizzy for my liking, so this is when I tend to use the styling mousse to help tame it a little bit and of course mousse gives a lot of volume - volume is not something I need as I have so much hair lol but it seems to work for me!

If you have any tips or products that you recommend for curly hair or anything that is good for the frizz then please do let me know! :)

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Till next time,
G
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I DO LOVE A GOOD PHOTO

 

 

 

 

Hi you beautiful lot!

I haven't been very well the last couple of weeks, this cough is doing my head in! but I thought i'd share some beautiful pictures that I found on my camera today, of course I am wishing my holidays would come round quick!

 

Till next time,

 

G

xoxo



I THINK I WANT TO GO TRAVELING!?

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Hi guys!

I have been debating whether to mention this on my blog or not but I just thought why not!? I wont be going till next year but I think it would be a good way to share my plans and research as I go along to help others, and it also allows me to get advice from people that know a bit more about this than me lol

I have only really the last few weeks finally decided I am going to actually do it lol and since then my sister has said she would love to come with me and experience everything with me - which I am so happy about!

We both have said a number of places we would love to visit and we have roughly decided that we would want to leave end of next year and plan to go with enough funds for at least 3 months and potentially do some work and earn some pocket money to stay travelling for as long as possible.

I have found some amazing blogs with amazing tips and tricks, that are helping with where to start with organising the trips and a few of my friends have helped me with starting planning and where to visit etc. I think I will do another post with how I plan where to start this adventure and other things that I have to consider.

Below I have left a few tips to where to begin your travels!

although, there are lots of things to consider, I have given you some that people have told me to think of first.

1. Think of when. give yourself a month that you want to start traveling and then decide where you want to go and what you want to see or experience in these places, so you can make the most of your time there.

2. Do your research! Look into any visas that you may require and if you plan for volunteering or working whilst in certain destinations then you will need to get all the required documents. and keep copies of all these sort of documents with a friend or family incase of emergencies.

3. Ensure you research an estimate amount of money you will need/want to take with you. and also remember than you will have to arrange to cancel or have money left in a bank account for any bills or direct debits that you may have to continue paying. or even try to get them paid off before you travel. and keep money left aside for plane tickets to return home, so no matter what you will always have the money there to get home.

4. Make the most of useful websites and Apps that can literally plan your travels for you or at least help with places to stay in the local areas that you plan on staying with. always ensure that you have looked for the cheapest flights possible ( Skyscanner is a popular one!) also keeping an eye out for flight sales that go on throughout the year could also help with reducing spending.

5. Try not to over plan things and don't research too much - simply because things could change and you may change your mind or take a different route. Ensuring your laid back to the idea of travelling will ensure you make the most of the whole experience! You don't go travelling to plan every single detail and run on a time schedule like you do when your at home living your 9-5 job, so live in the moment as much as possible and do things that you wouldn't normally do!

I will keep you updated on my plans people! I am so excited to start saving and making the most of this world we live in.

Till next time,

G x

MY 4 BLOGGING GOALS FOR 2017

 

Start outfit posts

I would love to grow the confidence to post up outfits that I put together this year! I love fashion and just putting together outfits, so this year I would love to be able to share that side of me on my blog - watch this space!

 

Makeup Looks

Of course, I have made it very clear that I love makeup, so trying to post some more makeup looks would be amazing! Its just making sure you have the time and patience to get the shots lol because lets face it, it is not the easiest thing to get the right lighting, angle, and trying to get everything perfect (that's the life of social media! it seems to portray everything as 'picture perfect' and that isn't always the case!) but hopefully I can get some makeup posts up in the future!

 

Grow my blog

I have had my blog for a few years but only last year, I actually took it a bit more seriously and really enjoyed putting up posts. So, of course like anyone that blogs, they want their content read by people. I don't get caught up with numbers and stats too much, simply because I didn't start blogging for the stats but for myself, so growing it would be amazing without really trying, if that makes any sense? lol

 

Don't overthink post ideas

I tend to do this a lot, normally when I am struggling with post ideas. I start worrying about what content to post and I just end up giving up and close the laptop. you start thinking of 'will people read this?' 'what if someone else has a similar post?' 'this is a pointless post' - all those sort of things run through my head and its like I am already convincing myself not to post anything, so this year I want to not care so much about post ideas and trust that if I enjoyed writing it or its something I want to talk about then just post it and not overthink it!

 

Till next time,

G x

 

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HOW TO BEAT THEM CRAVINGS AFTER CHRISTMAS/PARTY SEASON

Hello you!

I'm not gonna lie, I have 1. been busy the last week or so and 2. I was stuck with post ideas! Then I randomly thought of this post. The last few days I have been trying to get back into clean eating and training a bit more than I have been leading up to Christmas and I am finding that I am looking for alternatives for my favourite foods that I have been indulging at Christmas and thought I would share with you guys some ideas I have, of course some wont be the same as the real thing but it will be so much better for you and your body! - you'll thank me later ;)

That greasy cheese pizza - Try making your own at home! using wholemeal breads or pittas with less fat cheese, tomato's, rocket, onion - anything you want really! they do actually taste amazing!

Chinese Egg Fried Rice - Make it at home! you will probably see that a lot of these are all homemade, simply because you know exactly what your putting into your meals!
simply cook some rice and then stir-fry some frozen or fresh vegetables, I like to add in a egg and scramble it up in the pan with all the other ingredients and some soy sauce.
I like this one because you can literally put in what you like and its super filling!

Chips/Fries - You can't go wrong with some homemade Chips. I tend to keep it simple with some white potatoes or sweet potatoes, keep the skin on or peel them, cut them into wedges or the size you want, a tea spoon of oil over the potatoes on a baking tray and cook them in the oven for about 25 minutes. perfect!

Milkshakes - These are deffo my weakness but I am back to forcing myself to try and replace a milkshake with a smoothie. and they are so simple. use some Fat-free milk or even yoghurt, fruit of your choice and some ice. you can also put in protein powder. and if you really want more of a milkshake flavour, stick a scoop or two of ice-cream in there too.

 I hope these help inspire you all with some food swaps for them cravings!
Till next time people,

G x

MY LOOK BACK AT 2016

Hello you lot!

Just a quick look back at my year of 2016. Hope you all had a lovely new year.

I don't think I had a bad year and I am excited to see what 2017 brings me. I done so much throughout the year, I wish I travelled more but sometimes life just takes over but that's why we have more years to come to do the things we have always wanted to do!

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



MY FAVOURITE MAKEUP/HAIR PRODUCTS OF 2016

Hey you beautiful lot!

I am back again with a handful of my favourite products that I have religiously used/ re-purchased throughout 2016!

I cant believe Christmas is in 5 days either!? are you guys all prepared?

Maybe some of these products would be perfect stocking fillers!!

One of my favourite highlighters! perfect and buildable (for you ladies that LOVE that glow) without being cakey. I will be doing another post, sharing my highlight combo!

theBalm Mary Lou manizer highlighter - £17.50

My love for NYX will be forever! I just cant get enough of their matte lip creams! (their glosses are amazing too!!) so affordable and soo many shades to choose from.

NYX Matte Lip Creams - £5.50

These two have only recently at the end of summer become a favourite, I wanted them for a lot longer but finally found them, in beauty base. good coverage! very little needed and so affordable!

(currently on sale)

L.A Girl HD Pro Concealer - £3.99

These two in the summer months were my all time go to! particularly for you girls with curly/wavey hair, or if you have some frizz! I have lost count on the amount of times I have re-purchased the argon oil, I have done posts on this one previously too. Both smell amazing, not heavy on the hair and do the job and more!

Aussie Mousse - £4.99

OGX Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil - £4.90

Full coverage, creamy and not heavy or cakey looking. Very popular for a good reason, It does everything that it says. I am so glad I finally got myself into this product after debating what shade etc. It is worth every penny!

Nars cosmetics Radiant Creamy Concealer - £22.50

forever my favourite cream bronzer! this is all I use in the summer an I love it!

I have been re buying and using this product for at least 3 years now and I think I always will.

Chanel - Soleil Tan De Chanel - £32.00

 

 

that's it for now guys, but do keep an eye out for my posts this week!

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MERRY CHRISTMAS!

G x



QUICK UPDATE

Hello you beautiful people! 

 

Just a quick one really, I have a few days off work this weekend so I am drafting up posts and thought I would use an excuse to post this cute photo really lol

I am going to 'We Are' festival next weekend, so I am thinking of doing some festival posts, maybe hair/makeup? I'm not too sure yet but deffo keep an eye out! I am on a roll with the posts really, I have been doing a lot of reviews - which I love doing because I, myself enjoy reading other peoples real thoughts and feelings on products. but I do enjoy mixing it up a little bit!! and that I shall do lol

If you have anything that you would like me to talk about or review or anything, please just drop a comment and I will get back to you!

also don't forget to keep updated on my Instagram, I am trying to stay motivated with Instagram, but it is just a lot of work posting all the time and keeping active socially on Instagram, but I will get there don't worry lol

@Georgiaevol1

 

 

Till next time

G x