♥ Love of the Day ~ eBay #3 ♥

Hello everyone.

If you're wondering what 'Love of the Day' is then wander over to the lovely Louise's blog and read this post or you can read mine here.

I haven't done a LOTD in a while and I kind-of missed it but today is Thursday and Thursday's LOTD is always about a great find on eBay and that is what I have to share with you today.
Ok so I can't take all the credit for this find, you may of already seen it in this post by Bethan at Quotations & Fluff, I believe (check out her blog, it's pretty darn nice). She recently did a 'what's in my bag' post featured this eBay bag and I jumped for joy when I saw it was under a tenner. Since then they have upped their pricing (from £5.99 to £7.99) so I'm gutted I didn't order it as soon as I saw it but I shall be soon. I want to get the grey one because I adore grey bags and I think it's too cute to pass up for just £12 with p&p. 

✩ Join in the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter and read Louise's recent eBay post here. ✩

What are your thoughts on the bag? Are you enjoying LOTD posts?

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

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★ Love of the Day | eBay #2 ★

Hello everyone!

If you're wondering what 'Love of the Day' is then wander over to the lovely Louise's blog and read this post or you can read mine here.

I'm so so sorry that I didn't do yesterday's LOTD (which was on books), I was super-duper busy and literally had no time. I was really looking forward to writing the post as I wanted to feature a book that I've been dying to get but haven't got around to it. I was going to still write the post and post it today but then I thought I'd be bombarding you with LOTD posts (which I already am) so I thought I'd save it for next week!

Today is Thursday however (this post is a little late too I'm sorry) and Thursdays always feature something fun/bargainus/brilliant on eBay! I'm always scrolling and searching through eBay to see if I can snap up any amazing deals or get something at a great price. I also sell frequently on there and here is my ebay if you'd like to have a look.

Today I've decided to feature this silver collar/choker necklace. I've seen this style of necklace on hundreds of bloggers and youtubers and they just look so chic and most definitely jazz up a plain t-shirt which is mainly why I love them so much because I love the t-shirt, jeans and heels look at the moment (OOTD soon maybe?).

 I recently bought a rose gold one from H&M for £7.99 which I thought was pretty steep for something so simple which is why I think this one is so wonderful. At £1.99 it is a steal and you won't find them cheaper in any high-street store. I love how it is so thin and it looks so dainty. I can't wait until I order one and I'll be sure to feature it and the H&M one in posts soon (If you like?). Hopefully my computer will be fixed soon so I can upload my own camera images again yay.

Join in with the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter! And read Louise's post here.

Do you love these collar necklaces like me? What's your favourite eBay find?

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

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★ Love of the Day | Blog Post #2 ★

Hello everyone! 

If you're wondering what 'love of the day' is head on over to the lovely Louise's blog and read her post explaining it here or you can read mine here.

So it's Tuesday which means today's LOTD will be featuring a blog post I've read and loved or felt inspired by or have learnt from, which is always tough because I love almost every post that any of the bloggers I follow write because they're all so fabulous. But I think the post I've chosen is a very good one indeed.

The post I've chosen today is a bit of a helpful one for newby bloggers or bloggers who are looking for a bit of guidance.. whoever you are I recommend you read the post for some top tips on blogging. This post about the "The 10 Blogging Commandments" was written by this lovely lady. I'm sure you've all already heard of her and are already following as her blog is pretty popular which proves she's rather wonderful. I always watch her YouTube videos where she's known as Leanne Woodfull. I've watched her and read her blog ever since I began blogging and watching YouTube videos and she's amazing. Her fashion is perfection and she's an all-round interesting and nice person. She's also Irish and her accent is fabulous.

I chose this post because it's one of the most helpful post I've read on blogging to date. I've learnt something from reading it and I think any and every blogger could take something away from it, especially people thinking of starting a blog or someone who's a newby, I think this would be the perfect way to inspire and teach you. Just read it, you won't regret it (I promise!).

Join in the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter! And read Louise's post here.

Are you fans of Leanne Woodfull/Thunder + Threads? Which blogger inspires you?

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

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♬ LOTD | Clothes #2 ♬

Hello everyone!

It's been a week since I started doing the LOTD feature and I love it. I enjoy letting you all know what I'm 'loving' for the day and reading everyone else's post. Are you enjoying these posts?

If you're wondering what LOTD is then head on over to Louise's blog and read this post or you can read my post here.

Monday's are always featuring clothes, which is great for me because I am constantly browsing Topshop, ASOS etc lusting over beautiful clothing, which isn't very good for my bank account. 

Ever since I lay eyes on these Topshop Flock Heart Knicker Shorts I can't stop thinking about them. I literally need them. They are so pretty and scream summer. I'm waiting for the weather to heat up a bit before I take the plunge and buy them because I'm worried I won't get the wear out of them and they're not exactly cheap at £36. Although I am tempted to buy them to just stare at them with lots of 'ooohing' and 'ahhing' because they're just too pretty! 

Here's a cheeky picture I posted on instagram of me wearing them! I just adore them, I have a size 10 on in the picture though and they were a little big so excuse the odd shape of them on me! 

Join in with the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter! And read Louise's Clothing LOTD here.

How do you feel about these shorts? What are your favourite online clothing stores?

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

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☮ LOTD | Etsy #1 ☮

Hello everyone.

If you'd like to know what LOTD is then read Louise's post here or mine here. 

I'm so sorry I missed yesterday's LOTD. It was a video one, which I found pretty tricky, but I went shopping in the afternoon with my mum and then felt not-so-great when I got home so I decided to cuddle up on the sofa and feel sorry for myself for the rest of the evening!

Anyway, I loooove Etsy and was very excited when I found out that Sunday's LOTD will be featuring it. It's a website (a bit like eBay) which offers a platform for sellers who make their own handmade products or sell vintage products. It's really lovely and you can find some lovely unique little items on there, and some perfect gifts.

I was scrolling through Etsy for the first time in a few weeks wondering what to feature, I looked at candles and bedding and jewellery but then I came across this! This item is a little lilac dinosaur plant pot for succulent plants. As soon as I saw this my inner-child was let loose. When I was little I was obsessed, literally obsessed with dinosaurs and I still have little thing for them especially since they make me feel all nostalgic. I have a few dinosaurs lounging around my room from my childhood which I now use to hang jewellery on. The obsession will never end. I love how this item is lilac and I have some cacti in my room that would look perfect in one of these. I think one of these would jazz up my desk!

Join the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter! And read Louise's post here.

Do you love Etsy? Or dinosaurs? (tehe)

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

☾ LOTD | Fact or Quote #1 ☾

Hello everyone!

If you're wondering what "LOTD" is then read the lovely Louise's blog post here or mine here.

Louise has decided that Friday's LOTD will be sharing either an interesting fact or an inspiring quote to "spread knowledge" and "cheer all". I thought this was such a good idea, I love interesting, fun little facts and lovely quotes so if you have one or have done this LOTD then leave the link below so I can have a nose, tehe.

As soon as I saw Louise's blog post here, I knew exactly what quote I wanted to feature. I found this image whilst doing the daily aimless scrolling through tumblr and fell in love with it. I think it's so lovely and I hadn't heard it before. I think it's a nice little "pick me up" type quote and inspires me to keep dreaming even when things seem unachievable. I can't explain why I just love it and it's also inspired me to do a little canvas painting to put up on my room (which I may show when it's finish if you like?).

 I'm not sure if you guys know this but I love to paint. I haven't really done an artsy post, would anyone be interested in something like that? I hope so. I love Van Gogh anyway, not so much now but when I was a little bit younger he was the first artist I really admired and enjoyed constantly looking at their work aw. (I also loved the Doctor Who episode about him tehe)

Join in with the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter! and read Louise's post here. 

How do you feel about this quote? What quote inspires you?

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

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☺ LOTD | eBay #1 ☺

Hello everyone.

If you're wondering what "LOTD" read Louise's post explaining it here or read my post here. 

Louise has decided that Thursday's LOTD will be featuring something fun/crazy/affordable/brilliant that you have recently found on eBay and share it. I was soo excited to here that eBay was being featured in a LOTD  because I am constantly looking on eBay for something amazing at a great price. I always look there first when I'm thinking of purchasing something!  

I've chosen this cute little "lucky" elephant charm bracelet to share today as I love little bracelets like this and I think eBay is the perfect place to find them for such a low price. I especially love this one because it comes in a range of colours (from yellow, to blue, to purple) and it is suppose to represent 'luck'. I love the colour that is shown in the image that is displayed on the items page but the yellow and lilac ones sound nice. The seller also does these "friendship string bracelets" with a range of different charms on them. I also like this wishbone one. The best thing about these bracelets is that they're only £1.50 (only 50p postage) so it comes to a total of £2.00, which I think is soo cheap for something so cute. I can't wait until I get the chance to order some of these and I'll definitely do a little blog post showing it if you're interested. 

Join the fun at Sprinkle of Glitter! and read Louise's ebay post here. 

How do you feel about these bracelets? What's your best eBay find? 

'Til Next Time,

Carys xox

✪ LOTD | Books #1 ✪

Hello everybody.

If you're wondering what "LOTD" is then head over to the lovely Louise's blog and all will be revealed, or read my this blog post. Louise has decided that Wednesday's will always be about books, which is great because I've always been a bit of a book worm and I have a very nerdy side (shhh).

The book I've chosen to share is one I've just finished reading. It's "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro. I looooved the film which caused me to read the book and I fell in love with the character Kathy. Even though the first few chapters were a little boring and didn't really make me get into the book at all the remaining 2/3 kept me up at all hours and totally intrigued me.

I've heard a few people say they didn't enjoy the book or couldn't get into it but that's probably due to the first 1/3 being a little boring. I adore this book and I love how it's written and how Kathy narrates her friendship and memories. The film and book are a bit of a sad one but not depressing or soppy, but I love the story and how it's written. I'm not going to give much away because I found out something about the story which kind-of ruined the mystery of why the characters are at this 'special' school so I urge you to read the back of the book or watch the trailer before you read it as it lets you in on just about enough of the story, if you're interested that is.

I bought my book from eBay for 99p (+ £1.96 p+p) from a seller called Brit_Books_xp here. Although it was second hand it was in very good condition and even came with a plastic cover to protect the book. Not bad for 99p eh? 

Join in the fun at Sprinkle Of Glitter and read Louise's LOTD here.

Have any of you guys read/watched Never Let Me Go? Did you enjoy it? What's your favourite book?

'Til Next Time, 

Carys xox

✌ LOTD | Blog Post #1 ✌

Hellooo everyone.

If you're wondering what "LOTD" (Love of the day) is, read my last post or visit the lovely Louise's blog.

Louise has decided that Tuesday's LOTD will be sharing a blog post that you have read and enjoyed/have learnt from/been inspired be/all that good stuff (as quoted by the lovely lady herself). You are able to chose one of your own blog posts or someone else's. I love the whole idea of sharing a blog post, definitely an opportunity to share some blogger love and positivity. 

I have chosen to share a blog post that I have literally just read from a lovely lady who's known by the name of A Thrifty Mrs, who I first discovered in one of Louise's vlog videos on YouTube, coincidence eh? 

I've been loving her blog lately and her recent blog post "eBay Craft Wishlist" has got me all inspired to get creative. I've already ordered the studs she mentioned in the blog to jazz up a plain H&M shirt of mine (£1.75 for 200? Couldn't say no). I love her blog anyway, she's always sharing wonderful "thrifty" and money saving tips, which is always helpful when I'm trying to save some pennies. Check her blog out, you won't regret it :) 

Join in the fun at Sprinkle Of Glitter 

Have any of you guys been getting 'creative' recently? Any other fans of A Thrifty Mrs? 

'Til Next Time,
Carys xox