Hello everyone! I have a very special post for you all today. One of the main reasons that I wanted to start a blog was to connect with people. I want to learn more about other people's interests, hobbies, and cultures. I have always loved exploring new places and that comes with meeting new people (which I also love to do). I met this lovely blogger a few weeks ago and she has just started out her blog! She wanted to collab, and how could I say no?! I am going to give the mic to Nicole now and she's going to tell you a little bit about one of her favorite things—art.
Hey guys!
I’m Nicole (a.k.a florrall.blogspot.co.uk) and I’ll be a guest writer for Natalie’s blog!
For this post, I would like to talk about my passion: art. Art has always been an interest of mine ever since I can remember. As a child, I loved stationery and I collected pens, pencils, and leather notebooks that I used do my sketches and experiment with different patterns and portrait drawings.
I consider myself an introvert. Oftentimes, I struggle expressing myself through words, so I withdraw into my shell; my inner world where it is colorful and extravagant and the only place where I feel comfortable. When I got my first sketchbook, I began unraveling myself and my inner sphere. Through the drawings and paintings I did, I opened the doors to my mind for the first time.
I love being creative. It is the key feature to my personality. Without the creativity, which I derived from my weirdly wonderful mind, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. That’s why I love art, it is my only way of expressing myself freely; I can create art as bizarrely or enigmatic as I want through many different forms and mediums.
Sorry if this is a little personal, I just enjoy talking about what I love! And if you’re reading this post and reached to this point, then I would like to give you a virtual hug and thank you for taking the time to read this post about my passion, it makes me so happy that someone out there is interested!
Again, thank you so much and and please make sure to check out my blog where it contains most of my work!
Nicole ᵔᴥᵔ
I hope all of you liked this post as it is something quite different than what I normally do. I really love learning about other people and their passions. I feel like the only way we are able to grow is by being tolerant and considerate of all the different ideas and passions that exist in this world. Even if it's just someone's passion for art; you will most likely learn something new! I would really like to do more posts like these in the future, so if you would like to contact me and collab, I would be so happy to! Thanks for reading as always, and many claps for Nicole because I genuinely believe that she will do great things with her blog. Make sure to checkout her blog, as well (linked above).
Xoxo, Nat
Happy Wednesday everybody! I hope everyone had a great weekend, whether you had prom, college visits (like me), or just had a really nice time with family and friends. I'm back to my normal schedule and the weather is so nice here too!
I have a few things that I think are very necessary for anyone's desktop space! I personally obsess over stationary and all that. You guys know how much I love notebooks, planners, and journals, too.
Real Simple magazine has been one of my favorite, interior design mags of all time. They have so many great things and a lot of inspiration. Some inspiring magazines are great to have on hand for those "writer's block" days.
I am a firm believer in weekly planners and I love to just write all of my goals down for the week ahead. You could have deadlines, events, or just things you need to get done on that day and it feels so satisfying to just rip the sheet off at the end of the week. I bought this from Target (no surprise) and I couldn't find it online, but I'm sure there are ones just like this out there somewhere. I also bought this lined notebook there and I just think it's the cutest thing ever. Who wouldn't want this on their desk?
I also think a nice bouquet of flowers and a candle can liven up any desk. If your office allows it, they'll add a really nice touch and make your work area smell really good.
I talked about these two things about a week or two ago. I wasn't too impressed with this lip gloss as I earlier stated. However, I did like how this Makeup Forever lip gloss was not only mini, it just gives a pretty sheen to your lips. When you're working all day and your makeup starts to sort of fall apart during the busy work day, you might need something to just freshen up a bit. This lip gloss has that perfect use! If you have a matte lipstick on that starts to crack and dry out your lips, this would be great for re-touching! It's small and compact so it won't be in the way of any important papers or spill all over.
I have been devouring these mints lately. They taste like mint tea and give you nice smelling breath after! These are vital to anyone who needs to freshen up and make sure their breath doesn't kill anyone while you're talking in a conference or something. That would be terrible! You can find my more in-depth review here.
I really love to organize and make my desk space full of pretty stationary. Instead of boring notebooks and such, decorate with some fun prints and lots of color! It will make your work experience a hundred times better. If you would like to see more stationary, you can see it all here. I wish you all a great week and I will see you very soon!
Xoxo, Nat
Hello lovelies! I have a mini post for you all on this beautiful Monday. I did a little shop at my local Bath and Body and had to restock on some of my favorites. These are pretty much the classic body creams that Bath and Body Works have sold over the past years and I had to share my favorites with you guys!
For starters, I'm not an avid lotion applier-person. Haha, scented lotion can sometimes dry my skin out even more and make me itch. Especially Bath and Body Works's lotions. These are body creams, however, and do not do that to my body. I normally apply these after I take a shower and just lather it on!
Pearberry- If you are into really fruity scents, I highly recommend this one. It isn't insanely sweet and sickening. It leaves a very pretty scent on and smells like you've just walked through a patch of raspberries and picked some pears in the warm sun! (Very descriptive, Natalie).
Sweet Pea- This is a classic. Everyone has either used this scent or seen it as they browse all of the scents in Bath and Body. It's your fresh, floral scent and is always a go-to when you don't know which to get.
Amber Blush- I really love using this in the summer and the fall. It smells so warm... haha that doesn't make sense, but you know what I mean! Like you've been sitting at a bonfire for a couple hours roasting marshmallows. Even though amber isn't exactly sugar, it smells very sweet and sultry. Kinda sexy, too!
These creams retail at $13 each and it actually takes a very long time to use one up. They have mini versions of these too for travel and if you just want a smaller size. I think Bath and Body Works have one of the largest selections of scents available all year round, so there's a scent for everybody! These are my top 3 and I highly suggest you all go try these out!
Xoxo, Nat
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