A Girly Halloween

Hello lovlies! Halloween is approaching and its the time for pumpkin carving! As we all put the final touches on our costumes, or find a costume, here is some cute Monday inspo to get you geared up for the spooky holiday! I though this was cute girly take on the traditional Jack-O-Lantern. I always love finding girly ways to glam up my decor.

Fresh flowers are always a must in my room/home! I love the liveliness that fresh flowers add to a setting and why not combine it with the fun holiday element of the season! What I did here was hallow out a pumpkin like you normally would before you carve and filled it with water for a flower arrangement. This makes an adorable centerpeice and is such a creative 'wow' piece for your home.

Have a fun and safe Halloween! Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,

Holiday Favourites

Hey lovelies! It is the holiday season and time to be super festive! If you are anything like me, you've probably already started decorating in November.

My favourites for this season is a neutral pallet. I've been obsessed over the white christmas themes for years now, and it is a trend that is not leaving anytime soon. I love blush pink, sparkles and super fun metallics.

I love decorating for the season because its that time of year that I can add some fun elements to my decor.

The best part of this season are the cozy features that winter brings. From faux fur blankets and cozy socks, I love cuddling up near a fire with loved ones and enjoying conversations as well as a hot beverage. Its just a very soothing and cozy time of year.

What are your favourite elements of this time of year? I'd love to know!

Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,

School Survival Guide: Study Tips

Happy February! To continue with my post about staying organized (School Survival Guide: How to Stay Organized), today we will discuss some tips about how I study.

Through my years of schooling, I've had a strategy that I've stuck with that really helps me. Some say how I study is a lot of work, but who doesn't need to work for the results? I'm not naturally gifted, so I have to do the additional work to get results.

1) Staying On Top of Assignments: If you have supplementary readings, consistently do them instead of saving it until last minute and having to do it all at once. This decreases stress during examination, and makes life a lot more relaxed. 

For me, I do not like to do something that does not effeciently uses my time. In other words, with all that I have to do, I don't like to waste my time reading something that might not be useful. Therefore, I like to read after a lecture so I know what is necessary and what is not. 

As I read I like to take down the key points and make notes on a separate piece of paper. I file these notes next to the coordinating class notes. 

2) Staying Organized: When it is time for studying, the consistency of being organized and doing your readings will really benefit you. 

3) Break-down What You Have to Study: I talk about this in detail on my post: School Survival Guide: How to Stay Organized. 

Instead of puling an all-nighter, I like to break down what I have to study. I normally set aside a week before a exam so I can put together a study guide (the first 4 days) and review my study guide the following 3 days before the exam. 

4) Make A Study Guide: When I study I like to create a visual study guide. This is normally the step that takes the most work, but the results are worth it. 

Using the class notes and coordinated reading notes I cross-examine them:

• I read my class notes and related reading notes. (Sometimes you do not catch everything in class, the readings help to provide additional information that will help to understand the class theme)
• I interpret them and on a blank piece of paper I 'dumb it down' and put it in my own words.

I do this because it puts all of what I need to know in one place. I'm not disorganized and have 50 pages of notes, everything is in one place.

Writing it down in your own words really helps to understand the given information. Instead of memorizing, you will do better if you understand the concepts.

5) Review: I like to set aside the 3 days before the exam/test to review my study guide. Through making your study guide, you have learned the information because you had to interpret and understand the lessons. Writing things in your own words allows you to understand the concepts in your own ways. Reviewing your study guide everyday for 30 mins or so, it will engrave the lessons in your head. 

I hope this helps! Study hard and thanks for stopping by!

Sincerely, 

Host/Hostess Gifts for Holiday Dinner Parties

I hope everyone is having a good day!

Holiday season is just right around the corner, meaning good food and plenty of laughs with friends. It's also the time of year when we get invited to special gatherings, family dinners, and festive functions.

I feel that it is common courtesy to bring a gift to any dinner party you may be invited too, but finding the perfect gift can sometimes be confusing. I have complied a list of unique and functional gifts for inspiration that will hopefully be of help while finding something for your host/hostess.

Wine is always a great way to start, its wide selection will enable you to stay within a budget, while making it seem like a good gesture. If wine is not your thing, a great idea is champagne or if you want to be a little more fancy, play it up with some rose.

Flowers are also great! They always bring an element of happiness. I love hydrangeas, or seasonal flowers would work perfectly. Stay away from carnations or generic flowers though, they can seem tacky. Basil plants are also nice, and well appreciated.

Another great gift are candles, I love ones from Jo Malone and Bijou. Yankee candle is always a nice go-to.

Chocolates, who doesn't love them? Compartes is a chocolatier based in LA and has a great selection of flavours. Has anyone ever heard of Cactus flavoured chocolate? Well your host/hostess probably hasn't either; thus, it's a great and fun thing to try!

I hope you have gotten some inspiration!

Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,

Workspace Details

A little know fact about me among my friends and family at home is that I am obsessed with stationary and cute decor that I can decorate my spaces with. 

As a student, the majority of my times is spent near the computer working on papers. I'm also constantly surfing the web for inspiration on sites such as the beloved Pinterest. 

A pretty organized desk space to look at not only makes my time at the computer more enjoyable, it helps me get in a motivated mindset. 

I am currently loving soft hues of pink and gold accents. I also love the cute puns on Kate Spade stationary. Texturally, I love clean lines and faux fur. 

I also like to personalize my space with things I love that add a little encouragement. Flower arrangements and fake plants add liveliness and an element of contrast. 

Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,