Sunday 16 December 2012

What I've been up to // Honesty Post

Let me first start off by saying I'm soooo sorry for not being consistent with my blog posts- I'm still struggling to keep the balance of running my own business and working full time. I work about 42-47 hours a week and because of the kind of job I do, I get so tired after every shift because of the distance, and also, I eat so unhealthily all the time, my energy and motivation levels are way low at the moment. 

Every day I push myself to try and do everything, and it's so hard! I honestly wonder how everyone else does it, because I honestly am not one that can do it all, at least not right now- I'm my own post woman, designer, accountant, photographer and blogger, and up to now, I haven't been taking into consideration of how much easier things could be if I asked for help, or if I just had the right balance, or even just worked smarter!

The next couple of months are going to be all about re-organising the shop and refocusing it a lot more, so there's going to see A LOT of change... :).

Anyway, here's what I've been up to:


I've been making myself some new clothes, and I'm considering making more clothes that are made from scratch :). 

 
I've also been shopping a lot in Croydon, spending time with the loved ones, especially my best friend. I hadn't seen much of him lately, so we went shopping, ate some Chinese food, made some christmas presents, and dyed each other's hair!


I got a streak in my hair, only because my hair is so prone to breaking, and I'd never used dye that wasn't for black people, so this was just a test dye! I think I may keep the streak for the rest of winter and if I have no problems, I'll go crazy and dye the whole of my hair rainbow colours :).

That is all! I'll be updating the shop tomorrow, for anyone who wants a last minute shop before christmas!

Lots of love



Monday 10 December 2012

Much Love Mondays: Bits and Bows

I have admired this lovely lady's shop for the past year or so, and i'm still in love with her lovely designs. I really think Sarah's entrepreneurial spirit is amazing, and is so inspirational to me; she makes me wanna keep pushing my business forward :).

Reading her previous post has reminded me so much of what I need to do with my clothing and jewellery.

Here are a few pieces that I love:

OVERSIZED TUNIC TOP, WET LOOK BACK, ONE SIZE.

GRADUATED HEM SKIRT S/M

PASTEL PRINT FULLY REVERSABLE WATERFALL JACKET S/M

CUT OUT DETAIL MIDI DRESS, SIZE S

STUDDED BOX VEST, ONE-OFF, SM

All her lovely designs can be seen on Asos Marketplace, Facebook and the Bits and Bows website!


Saturday 8 December 2012

Stocking Stuffers for Christmas: Sandra Dieckmann

I recently got involved in this 'Secret Santa' thing that my colleagues created at work, and I got the most hardest person to buy for! So, I've trawled the internet to see what I can find! I like to buy lots of little things for people so they know I've thought about them in every little way I chose this shop, because I had bought a lovely tote bag from Sandra's shop a few months back, and  it was much loved- so here are some ideas for under £10:

Tmrw. Bear // Pocket Mirror 

White Bison Cotton Tote Bag

Young Treasure // A4 print 

Pattern // A5 print 5x8 

Wolf  // A4 Print 

I hear that Sandra, along with a few of my favourite designers, will be showcasing at the Crafty Fox Market, but I won't be able to make it, because of work but I think I will be trawling her shop and snapping up a few pieces while I'm still awake!


Friday 7 December 2012

A Friendly Reminder: FINAL DELIVERY DATES



Whimsical Jewellery Set Goody Bag no.1

Hey-

Just wanted to remind you of the last delivery dates, to ensure you receive your  gifts/pieces before christmas!

If you want to know the dates, please refer to my previous blog post :).