My Favourite London Bloggers from Somerset

Ok, Ok, this may seem like a bit of an odd post but before I started this blog, I was just another Somerset girl (without the accent) reading plenty of other blogs. Something that inspired me to start my own was seeing that other people had moved to my dream city and had some of the best (and biggest) blogs out there. Here is my little bit of appreciation for them. They are both

WishWishWish
This was one of the first blogs I ever started following religiously. Carrie seems like such a lovely person and has the most enviable wardrobe full of pastels, kitten heels and jaunts to Paris. She's also from a town that's pretty near mine and that makes me oddly excited! She has a beautiful blog and has just become a full time blogger so I wish her the best of luck!

The Londoner
This has to be one of the most incredible blogs on the internet. Rosie seems to live a charmed life of travelling to extraordinary place, visiting exquisite restaurants and making the most delicious looking recipes I've ever seen! She dresses brilliantly and comes across as a lovely, down to earth girl who everyone can identify with (although she does seem to have a budget that is a little higher than most!).



I'm sure that most people will have heard of these blogs as they are just so darned popular but I thought I would just highlight two of my favourite Somerset gals. Also, if you are ever in Somerset, be sure to check out Kilver Court and the Mulberry Factory Store next door. Designer bargains galore!

DIY: 7 Ways With Rhinestones

Rhinestones are a crafter's best friends: seriously, every DIY blog I follow has used them at some point! These little gems add a touch of sparkle to any project and can easily give a professional look. I have come up with a list of 7 DIYs to give you some rhinestone inspiration.

1. Glue rhinestones onto earring backs to make some simple studs

2. Create a design and sew them onto a beanie

3. Sew them onto a shirt collar (this shirt is actually from Pull + Bear)

4. Add jump rings through the back and attach to chain to make a necklace or bracelet

5. Attach the jump rings to earring hooks to make small, drop earrings

6. Thread embroidery thread through the holes to make a colourful necklace or bracelet

7. Add studs to the rhinestones to create a 3D design for a notebook cover

I hope this gives you some crafty ideas but still in need of some more projects? Check out this rhinestone bracelet from A Pair and A Spare or this statement rhinestone necklace from Fall for DIY. Or have a look at this friendship bracelet by yours truly *wink wink*

DIY Supplies: Josyrose

Next up in my series of DIY supplies: Josyrose. Josyrose is an online haberdashery and craft shop that I stumbled across on the internet. It has a cute website design and there is a vast array of pretty much anything you can think of. Trim, fabric, jewellery findings: everything! I have bought studs, rhinestones and adhesive rhinestones and been very happy with everything I've received. Quick delivery and an easy to use service. I thoroughly recommend them!

DIY Inspiration: Sweet Treats

Food and fashion always go hand in hand but ever since the Moschino show and the clothes emblazoned with the golden arches, I have been noticing food on everything. As London is finally starting to warm up and it looks like the beginning of a beautiful spring, I took inspiration from the sweeter, brighter side of things. The Charlotte Olympia Cruise 14 collection is packed with cute, foody accessories including Sweet Dolly (top), Ice Cream (middle) and Love Hearts inspired perspex clutches emblazoned with Be Mine and Hug Me.
I also love this clutch from Kate Spade and this is going to be the inspiration for a clutch bag DIY that I've got coming up in the next couple of weeks.