Tattoo or not Tattoo?

Hello & welcome to #WellbeingWednesday. It’s been a while since I last blogged, as I've been so busy with work & play! I felt inspired to write today's blog having just read a great article by Sali Hughes, Beauty Editor in today’s edition of the daily Emerald Street email by Stylist. The article is largely … Continue reading Tattoo or not Tattoo?

Centre of Attention

Hello & welcome to #ThursdayFriday! Over the last couple of weeks, I've spent a number of times at the Southbank Centre, enjoying an incredible concert at the Queen Elizabeth Hall & most recently, enjoying The Comedy Store as part of the Udderbelly festival. The Southbank Centre is an amazing hub of music, comedy, art, food … Continue reading Centre of Attention

Look on the bright side…

Welcome to #SaturdayShopping! It may officially be spring but the weather is filthy! Weekends like this are made for holing up at home. Today's #5aday was inspired by a recent trip to The Conran Shop when I fell in love with the bright neon lighting & beautiful displays.  So it may be disgustingly cold out there but bring a bit of … Continue reading Look on the bright side…

Say I LOVE YOU…

Welcome to #TuesdayTreats! With Valentine's Day looming, be prepared & surprise your partner with more than just flowers this year. Tonight's #TuesdayTreats #5aday is 5 different ideas to give to your special someone this Valentine's Day... Liz Prince Design Valentine's Day Cards - Say I LOVE YOU in a beautifully designed rustic card from £1.50 each. The Cutlery Commission Personalised 'I Love … Continue reading Say I LOVE YOU…

The Art of Photography II

Hello & welcome to #MysteryMonday. 6 months ago I interviewed Michael Wallner before his exhibition at Wimbledon Art Studios... Tonight I'm pleased to welcome Michael back ahead of his next exhibition at the Winter Open Studios Art Show from 22 to 25 November. You can read Part 1 (The Art of Photography) of the interview here. Part 2 Questions & Answers to follow: Tell … Continue reading The Art of Photography II

Cultural Olympics

Happy #ThursdayFriday! As well as amazing sport, there are lots of great cultural experiences to be had as part of the London 2012 Festival. The #London2012 Cultural Olympiad is the largest cultural celebration in the history of the games & today's #GTime features 5 to visit. Road to 2012 at the National Portrait Gallery - Free portrait exhibit following athlete journeys to #London2012. … Continue reading Cultural Olympics

In the Cards

Hello & welcome to #TuesdayTreats... in place of gifts, today's theme is gorgeous British-made greetings cards for every occasion. The following 5 websites & designers all share a passion for creativity & design & they're all British! Lasso the Moon Rebecca Lancaster handmade cards - Inspired by vintage fabrics these are fun & colourful from £2.20. Alice … Continue reading In the Cards

Sights & Sounds of London

Welcome to #ThursdayFriday. Who can believe it's already nearly the weekend?! Yippee! After all the festivities of last w/e, we need something to look forward to. Today's 5-a-day features 5 cool things to do around London. Visit @DesignMuseum for the amazing Louboutin exhibition - Late nights Weds & Sat until 9 July. Head to @kewgardens for @kewthemusic  Kew The Music - Enjoy an outdoor … Continue reading Sights & Sounds of London

Right Royal Celebrations

Happy #ThursdayFriday! The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee is nearly here, so today’s #GTime looks at the best things to do in celebration of this very special occasion. Tonight – Get down to the opening of @Selfridges’ Big Beauty Bang tonight (or the closing event next Thursday) - A celebration of all things beautifully British! Saturday - Jubilee Garden … Continue reading Right Royal Celebrations

Reigning Supreme

Hello & welcome to #TuesdayTreats. Today's theme is #Jubilee Gifts - in honour of this very special occasion in our nation’s history. @Cath_Kidston Jubilee Tea Towel - Celebrate the Queen's Jubilee with this traditional English souvenir @ £10. @RockettStGeorge Jubliee Queen Elizabeth II Pink Canvas Shopper Bag - Fab printed Six Pence Stamp image @ … Continue reading Reigning Supreme