Showing posts with label homeware. Show all posts
Showing posts with label homeware. Show all posts

New Start, New Room.

Sometimes when life is rough, you gotta pick yourself up and keep on moving. Despite being easier said than done, that's exactly what I'm doing (well trying at least) anyway. I decided to re-do my room and instead of it being the dump I usually make it, I wanted to transform it into my cosy haven where I can relax and pamper. And that I have done, with the help of my mum. 
I've unintentionally turned my bedroom into a pin up themed one; with my favourite mug, duvet, pillows and posters all giving their nod to the great pin up ladies. I'm not usually a 'theme' person so I think this will have to be where I draw the line before it gets TOO much (I'm sorry I have to have some subtlety!) but I absolutely adore my duvet set and this mug which I picked up in a shop in Brighton. I'm not sure when I became a person who has a favourite mug or cares what their bedsheets look like but I've got to say, it's very comforting. 


When I was away a couple of weeks ago, I may have picked myself up a Genuine Fake Michael Kors bag. I know, buying a fake; shame on you Sarah, shame on you. Except, I have no shame. It cost a grand total of £10 and it looks bloody fantastic. If I had the money to buy a real one, I probably would. I have previously considered it and I might again in the future but for now, I couldn't resist this beautiful replica. I'm not sure what the bag has to do with my room makeover but I wanted to throw it in there, as you do. 

I bought the flamingo fairy lights from Primark a good while ago and after a brief hanging on my bed, they fell down to floor and I forgot about their existence. Thanks to my mum who rediscovered them, she hung them above my mirror and I think they add such a cute touch so now I'm glad I bought them. They're operated by batteries too so they're very versatile in terms of where you can put them. 

I then got this new storage unit which replaced a desk that used to be there. The desk was way too overclutterd and it made my already small room, even more cluttered and cramped itself. This storage unit is amazing because it gives you so much space to put things in and you can mix and match with the storage boxes which I absolutely adore.
I love little storage boxes and jars and I feel these fit in so well on my unit! Although I plan to find some actual matching ones but I love these ones holding my hair brushes and make up brushes for me. Also, what would a cosy room be without candles? Primark have some great ones in for so so cheap and they smell amazing! My favourite is like a mason jar style candle as the smell really lingers and smells beautiful. They had a whole different range of them when I looked the other day so I may just pop back for some different scents.

To top off my room makeover, I treated myself to a new TV! Definitely an extravagant purchase but one well made, it's taken pride on my wall facing my bed so I'm finally in heaven in my own bedroom. The question is, will I ever leave it? Somehow, I have to get to work. No but seriously it's amazing. A 42" LG television with smart tv catch up apps and a USB slot in the back to which I've attached an external hard drive full of television and films ready for me to watch. 
So whilst I might be having a hard time emotionally at the moment, turning my room around and treating myself has definitely helped. I'm going to be living at home with my parents for a long while now until I can afford to buy my own place so I might as well be comfortable and relaxed in my room. 

















Friday Favourites #5


The Wonder Years - Cardinals

Eeeeeek! My favourite band are back with a new song and I was worried I might not like it; firstly because every band sort of disappoints at least some of their fans at some point, it's a given...sorry, it just is. It seems physically impossible to continue making outstanding albums, one after another but god damn it, The Wonder Years have always done so. And so, before I dare click play on this new song, I sat and hoped I wouldn't hate it, I mean, they have done me no wrong so far. However, I'm in luck...I LOVE IT. This is one song I'll have on repeat from now until the new album comes out. I hope the streak doesn't break. 




So Pinterest is a fairly new concept for me and a social media site I've only recently signed up to due recommendations from other bloggers. I'm slowly getting addicted to it, and it's really super helpful for keeping inspired when it comes to fashion, health and fitness related subjects. Actually, it's really making me all excited to organise all my different categories and especially blog related bits and pieces. God knows I need more organisation in my life!



I love the idea of this journal. As someone who's suffered really badly with anxiety for the past few years, I love that this could be a tool to get me back into doing things that I'd normally be afraid of doing. I would love to read this back at the end of the year/journal and look back on all the things I accomplished. 



As someone who's saving to put a deposit down on a house, I'm already fantasizing about the home ware I want to buy for the potential house. I've recently discovered Modcloth's homeware section on their website and it is FULL of cute and quirky bits and pieces.

Photo from http://whattoseein.net/disneyland-paris/
Disneyland Paris!

My Mum and I are currently planning a trip to take my 4 year old Niece to Disneyland Paris is August. I've not been since I'm 13 and I'm absolutely dying to take her because she's so obsessed with all things Disney; so not much will make me happier than see her little face light up when we go there!


Beyonce Self-Titled on Vinyl

To be honest, I totally forgot that I had ordered this back in March so when it arrived on Wednesday, it was like a surprise! I love vinyl and I love Beyonce so how could this be any more perfect?!


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