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Saturday, 26 September 2015

Autumnal Room Decor | Lifestyle

Transitioning from summer to fall is never one of my favourite yearly events. Early mornings with a midnight sky, the school bell bringing me to my senses, mugs of milky hot chocolate, a dribble of froth oozing down the side of the- well, OK, scratch that, not everything about the fall season is vile and repulsive! However, I do know that it can be a struggle to let go of the warmth and amiability of the year and dip into the unknown months ahead. 

So, because room decor is one of the most simple yet effective ways to brighten your mood, this is my way of spreading a little positivity and magic to help you cope with cold nights in and the beginning of the end of a year. Enjoy!


little patchwork hearts

These little babies are fabulous for bringing a hearty (get it, get it?!), festive vibe to any empty room. Think Santa Clause chic and pumpkin spice latte with a little hint of rustic grunge thrown in. Mmm Tumblr.



rearrange your makeup collection

Make it neat, make it stylish, spice it up to the max or just remove a few lonely dried-up mascara tubes and way-too-sticky lipglosses that you'd never touch in a million years, yet somehow managed to have stashed away with the rest of your collection. I just find that moving things around really helps me feel more organised, productive and ready to take on the world. For real though.



burn, baby, burn

And no, I do not mean this in a literal sense, I mean it in a 'it's finally candle season!' sense. Yes, grab a candle (or two or three), light it up and get ready for the vanilla and cinnamon to wrap you up in a big bear hug. Best. Hug. Ever. 



posters

As strange and 90's as it sounds, posters are a really great way of adding a subtle kick to your room. Just make sure they're classy rather than trashy and you are good to go!



polaroids

You cannot get more retro than this, m'dear. Not only do they look super cute hung up around your room, they're also a great excuse to pull the strangest faces and fall into heaps of giggles with your friends. Try it, you won't regret it!

Saturday, 27 September 2014

spiced quinoa recipe + mr bean

Hey everyone,

Did you know that quinoa is not a grain, but a vegetable (probably in disguise)? Or that you're actually able to make a dessert from it? Wait what? Um, yaaas . . .

Here is one of my favourite fall dessert/breakfast ideas for when the leaves turn brown and all you want to do is curl up and watch Mr Bean's Holiday and be reminded of those yummy summer days. 

ingredients
  • 1 cup of almond milk
  • 1/2 a cup of organic quinoa
  • a snowfall of ground cloves
  • a shimmer of mixed spices

how to make this magical badboy
  • Mix the spices and almond milk over a medium heat until smooth and as gold as the leaves outside your window
  • Pour in the quinoa and stir occasionally, while following the orders on the packet 
Enjoy!

all my own photos

- curling up to watch mr bean (bæ) -



zee finished product
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Thursday, 11 September 2014

the perfect smoothie

Hey everyone!

Ever since the green smoothie became the whole schbang, I pulled out my creativity and my blender and decided to do a bit of experimenting. Rising and shining in the mornings is always a bumpy road to take, but this smoothie definitely helps smooth it out a little.

ingredients

Organic dark cocoa powder
Almond milk
Stevia (optional)
Oats
Vanilla essence
Frozen banana chunks
A pinch of salt

how to make this magical bad boy

Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth and chunk-free and you can't resist the urge to drink anymore!

This smoothie is perfect as a sneaky pre-workout treat, dessert or for supping on the way to school/work. Enjoy!

all my own photos 

- zee finished product -