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The Blog Make-Over
Hello one and all - and happy weekend!
Yes .... you may have noticed, things are looking a little bit different here on A Yellow Brick Blog!
After months of not being happy with my little internet space I decided to take the plunge and have a bit of a blog re-vamp. (minus my header..... although that is still a strong possibility!)
There are a few more tweaks to make and things to add but we are up and running and I feel so much better about things already!
This year I seriously want to up my game with this blogging lark - every year I've talked about growth and volume but my mind right now just wants to focus on the content - the stuff I'm writing, the photos I'm taking - lets take AYBB to the next level!
I'd love to hear any feedback you guys have on the new layout and if you have any requests for posts or favourite types that I already upload :)
See you soon girlies xoxo
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Saturday, 11 July 2015
Disney Wishlist : July
Princess Shoes T-shirt | Mickey Mouse Tape Dispenser | Disney Vans Princess Backpack | Rapunzel Clear iPhone Case | Disney Traditions Belle Figurine | Winnie The Pooh Pyjamas | Princess Necklace | NOW That's What I Call Disney CD | Mickey Mouse Bowl | Belle Lip Smacker
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Wednesday, 24 June 2015
5 Apps I Cannot Live Without!
It's a bit sad to say it but it's true - my iPhone is basically another limb. Whenever I'm not doing anything important my 5s is in my hand, it's quite embarrassing to admit that really but it really is the last thing I look at at night and the first thing I look at in the morning.
I'm not quite sure how I lived without one.
Barclays Banking
I can be a bit pants with money and a bit lazy when it comes to going online and signing in with that little pocket contraption so this app is a total life-saver for me.
I can check my account, pay my bills, move money between accounts and lots more from the comfort of my phone! It takes me 2 seconds to tap in my 5 digit passcode and get immediate access to my account so I can keep upto date with my spending and finances 24/7! SO helpful.
Clue
Well, this is a girly one for you! A period tracker! I have been using this app for about a year now and really couldn't live without it. It's so helpful and literally helps you to get all the information you need and helps you to keep track of everything! If you are forgetful or need to have a good look and your cycle I would highly recommend this!
Whatsapp
Group chats are life. I get to talk to my best friends all day everyday, so even if we can't see each other another all the time we can all still speak and have our standard ridiculous conversations! Plus - this is the best way to send photos and videos to each other!
Tube Map
When I head to London I no longer have the worry or fear of the tube because I have this app! Type in where you are and where you want to go and it tells you what line, how many stops and how long it will take - it is a god send and I will never delete it!
Twitter
This is a pretty obvious one which I'm sure you were all waiting to see in this list. I bloomin' love Twitter and would go as far to say I am probably addicted. ('the first step is acceptance.') I am on Twitter constantly so I can't really imagine life with the app! Any news I want to know about or questions I have Twitter is always my first port of call.
I tweet too much. (@KirstieLouiseS if you didn't know.... I'm so close to 10,000 followers, eeek!)
What are your favourite apps?
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Tuesday, 21 April 2015
My Favourite Photography Apps
My iPhone is like an extra limb, as sad as that is - it's true. I don't think there's a moment in my daily routine where I dont know where it is.
I've had an iPhone for the past 4 or 5 years and throughout this time I've tried, bought and downloaded my fair share of apps! Some are keepers, some are pants and some I just don't even understand how to use!
After all this time I have definitely found my favourites, so today I thought I would share with you my favourite apps for photos!
Helpful = Whiteagram Free
I've had an iPhone for the past 4 or 5 years and throughout this time I've tried, bought and downloaded my fair share of apps! Some are keepers, some are pants and some I just don't even understand how to use!
After all this time I have definitely found my favourites, so today I thought I would share with you my favourite apps for photos!
Social = Instagram Free
This is an obvious one so I will put it first as I'm sure you've probably all already got it. I love Instagram, I've had it nearly as long as I've had an iPhone after seeing iJustine talk about it when it had just been released! It's fab for scrolling through when your bored and it's even become a job to some people now, which is awesome! My favourite filters have got to be Hudson and Valencia, although recently I've been more about just editing the photo and not adding filters at all! My username is : KirstieLouiseS and you can see my favourite accounts to follow - here.
Collage/multiple photos = Diptic 79p
There are some times where we need more than photo together - before and afters, a collage for a friends birthday, a group of holiday photos together or maybe you just want to have your selfie mirrored... this is the best for that! I do begrudge paying for apps.... as there are so many free ones.... but this has definitely been worth the pennies I paid years ago, I use it all the time!
Editing = Afterlight 79p
This is the newest in my collection and I bought it after seeing Megan (www.thumbelinalillie.com) talking about it! I always wanted to know how to make my photos brighter, lighter and a little bit prettier.... you know what I mean .... this does the trick and so much more! I love the amount of different filters and edits that are available, my favourite has to be Magnolia, I sometimes actually use this before popping a photo onto Instagram.. sneaky sneaky!
Helpful = Whiteagram Free
Ever wanted to add a photo to Instagram but it's totally ruined by making it into a square? Fear no more - this is the how to get the whole of your photo in! Wahoooo I hear you cry! This is perfect for outfit shots, sharing snazzy blog photos or maybe even your holiday snaps! This is so, so handy.
What are you fav photo apps?
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Saturday, 21 February 2015
5 Things To Do When You're Bored
I for one, am so guilty of not doing this enough! I love having fresh, clean brushes - they work so much better and feel so much nicer! So next time I have a spare quarter of an hour I'm going to get down and dirty with my mucky brushes! I normally just use a gentle shampoo on them and then leave them to air dry for the night!
Give Yourself a Facial
Why sit on the sofa procrastinating when you can give yourself a fab little DIY spa treatment! My favourite things to use are the Montagne Jeunesse face mask sachets which average at only about £1 each! There are so many to choose from so there is literally one (or ten) for every skin type! Give yourself a pamper - you deserve it!
Download a New App
Most of the time when I'm bored I am glued to my phone - sad I know. If you are the same (don't lie and say you're not!) why not try downloading a new app to have a play around with and kill some time! Whether it's a game, an editing app or even 'Clue' the period tracker - cure boredom with a bit of modern technology! (I have a major geeky side and love playing Broken Sword.... don't tell anyone!)
Practice a New Hairstyle
Never been able to do a french plait or a fishtail braid? Get youtube up, put a mirror in front of you, watch a tutorial and get practicing! Practice makes perfect you know - you'll be the queen of the up-dos and grips before you know it!
Marathon Watch Netflix
There is no shame in sitting on your butt for hours watching the visual heaven that is Netlfix.
Super bored and have an afternoon to kill? Start a new series - it will be the best thing you do all week I bet!
My top 10 suggestions : Pretty Little Liars, Ru Paul's Drag Race, Gossip Girl, 90210, Buffy, The Vampire Diaries, American Horror Story, Breaking Bad, Orange Is The New Black & Misfits!
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Friday, 30 January 2015
Disney Wishlist
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Saturday, 17 January 2015
32 Of The Cutest Phone Cases
Seeing as my phone is with me more or less 24/7 I see it as an actual accessory, I love buying different cases for it and spend so much time online hunting for new ones! I bet you guys are the same!
So I've had a good look through...... alot... of cases and picked out 32 of the most awesome designs. (well I think they are anyway!) What do you think?!
Ruby Slippers | Pretty Little Liars | Mickey Bar | Unlimited | Clueless | Pixar Alphabet | I'm a Nightmare | Sloth Nap
French Bulldog | Dumbledore Quote | Gold Glitter | Sleep Less | Tea | Friends Collage | Popcorn | Disney Collage
Elsa | Princess | Buffy Gang | Fangirl | Defying Gravity | Mean Girls Collage | M & M's | Lilac Floral
Once Upon A Time | Princess Sketches | Boston Terrier Peeping | Tiffany & Co | Taylor Songs | Netflix | Kirstie Thing | Broadway Collage
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Saturday, 10 January 2015
My Instagram Favourites
I've been thinking about writing this post for a long while now. Instagram is something I check probably about ten times a day, it's such a fun and easy social media platform and I have been using it I saw iJustine introducing it back in like 2010!
As the years have past Instagram has grown grown with millions of accounts now active it has become the place for people to not only share their scenery or what they are having for dinner but to show their talents, work and even photography skills!
There's always a few accounts who's photos I am forever double-clicking and turning green with envy over (am I sad?) and I just LOVE finding new people to follow!
I've seen other bloggers do posts like this before and I've found some great Instagrams through them so I thought it would be fun to finally share a few of my favs too!
amberkennerdale
As the years have past Instagram has grown grown with millions of accounts now active it has become the place for people to not only share their scenery or what they are having for dinner but to show their talents, work and even photography skills!
There's always a few accounts who's photos I am forever double-clicking and turning green with envy over (am I sad?) and I just LOVE finding new people to follow!
I've seen other bloggers do posts like this before and I've found some great Instagrams through them so I thought it would be fun to finally share a few of my favs too!
colour_me_creative
I first stumbled across Kristina when I found one of her pieces of art online (a Disney Princess one obvs) and went on a mission to hunt down the origin of it! This girl's talent is totally and utterly INSANE. I cannot get my head around how incredible each and every picture she creates is. If you like art, cartoons, disney, beauty.... you HAVE to follow this girl. Every photo will have you saying Wow.amberkennerdale
Real life friend alert! Yup, this is one of my best buddies and I bloody love her Instagram! Amber has amazing personal style and she's always rocking amazing outfits and make-up which make her stand out from the crowd. She's forever uploading photos of cute accessories alongside pretty whimsical things.... oh and unicorns! Go & follow her and tell her I sent you!
carlyrowena
Carly is a blogger and youtuber I first found through Liza P and I have been following her ever since! Carly is a personal trainer and her fitness blog and YT channel are so inspiring and motivating. Her Instagram has been amazing lately whilst she's been on her travels. I mean just look how beautiful it all looks! If you're looking for a fitness girly this is the one!
shaym
Oh look it's a Pretty Little Liar! (Yes I am one of those girls who is seriously obsessed with that show!) I love all the cast and their instagrams, but Shay always has such a range of amazing images. This girl is beautiful and I always love looking through her fun foodie pics and gorgeous selfies - she always seems to be having fun!
laurajenkinson
I mean it's pretty obviously why I follow this girl - how incredible is she! Her Instagram is full of these insane lip arts (how cute is Sid?!) aswell of loads of other make-up looks! Laura is super talented, go and have a look through her feed she has soooo many great posts!
rosychicc
Blogger alert! Yes I love Andrea and her blog rosychicc and that love has defintley been trasfered over to the world of Instagram. If you love her blog and photograhpy on there then you're going to adore her cute instagram! Seriously girl, you make everything look so pretty!
amrezy
I stumbled across this account recently after spotting a photo on the search page - it was one of those "based on people you follow" photos. This girl's make-up skills are insane and is one of the instagram accounts I sit and look through going green with envy. Her smokey eyes are flawless.
pinkpixiedoll
Yes, yes it is another blogger! You may recognise Milly from Pearls & Poodles - a fabulously huge beauty, fashion and lifestyle blog which I always find a great read! If you like pretty, pink, girly pictures then Milly is the person to follow! As you can see from above she shares more than just her blog photos - I want that pink bag! If you're a blog lover too and you aren't following Milly then go and do it now - you won't regret!
hayden_williams
Another art account now. This guy is super amazing at creating fantastic fashion creations! He an incredible artist and I LOVE all of his Disney inspired looks as well as his great eye for detail when drawing celebritys - if you love a bit of fashion, style and art check him out!
milkbubbleteablog
Last but not least, it's again another fab blogger and another super pretty account! If you love shabby chic, perfect homes and cute little dogs Becky will be right up your street. Her photos always look like they are straight out of a magazine, oh how I wish my home was all pretty and white too!
Who are your favourite Instagrammers?!
MY INSTAGRAM : kirstielouises
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Tuesday, 16 September 2014
My Hand Luggage Essentials
Today is the day I'm off on a jet plane and going on my holiday! Yay! After annoying veryone for 9 months it is finally time for us to leave!
Along with a holiday comes packing... and as much as I like to think I'm good at it ... I'm really really not!
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Along with a holiday comes packing... and as much as I like to think I'm good at it ... I'm really really not!
I always seem to pack 99% of my belongings and only use about 4% of them - you'd think by now at the age of 24 I would learn but nope... I definitely need those 34 pairs of pants and 57 tops "just in case"! (and that's for a weekend away!)
It's not just my suitcase I seem to overpack but I have always seemed to find space for the randomest things in my hand luggage.
Saying this, this time I feel like I done quite well to be strict when packing my hand luggage! So I was thinking that today on A Yellow Brick Blog I'd show you some of my favourite essentials that I've popped in my backpack.
Keep your eyes peeled here on the blog as even though I've popped away for a little while it will still be live and kicking for you all to read and hopefully enjoy!
Saying this, this time I feel like I done quite well to be strict when packing my hand luggage! So I was thinking that today on A Yellow Brick Blog I'd show you some of my favourite essentials that I've popped in my backpack.
Keep your eyes peeled here on the blog as even though I've popped away for a little while it will still be live and kicking for you all to read and hopefully enjoy!
First up - the apple shrine. Yup, my iPad mini, iPod & my iPhone. I couldn't leave the country without these little connections to the outside word, is it sad that they a like an extra limb? I'm looking forward to having my iPad for the plane journey, hopefully with that, the in-flight entertainment and my kindle I'll be able to keep myself entertained!
A little bit of reading material to get me super duper excited? Why yes I have that covered! The Little Book Of MAgic has anything and everything you need to know about Disney in it! I think I'll be doing alot of planning with this thing! Plus my Tangle Teezer.... I can't go anywhere with this hair saftey blanket!
My kindle is my little baby, like carrying around a mini library with me 24/7! I'm currently reading the Vampire Academy series so I'm hoping t get in lots of reading time whilst away!
A few beauty essentials now. I couldn't be a so-called 'beauty blogger' and not have some form of girly products in this post could I?
1. Mirror, obvious really, a great size to take with you, especially as our hotel probably won't have them in helpful places! 2. Lip butter, you can't travel, go on a plane or even really leave the house without having a lip product with you! My skin and lips sometimes feel really dry and thirsty when flying so keeping them hydrated is key! 3. Anti-Bac... public transport is dirty with a capital D, this make me slightly more comfortable with it! 4. Hand cream is a lovely little pick me up I like having in my bag and it's under 100ml so perfect as a backpack item! 5. Wet ones... I don't know why I feel the need to have these, but I do.
Thursday, 11 September 2014
eBay Wishlist #24 : Harry Potter Special
Thursday, 14 August 2014
eBay Wishlist #21
EOS Hand Lotion | Sweater | Piggy Bank | Phone Case | Mug | Sandals
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