Interview a Blogger, BlogVlogsEtc | Blog Series

Hello Again!

I would like to start off saying thank you very much to absolutely everyone who took part in my Interview a Blogger Blog Series! It's been running for a few months now and they've been very popular and we've got to know a lot more bloggers that bit better! I have decided to end the blog series as it's had a really good run but I think it's just time to call it a day but before I do I always wanted to answer the questions myself so last but not least, today's blogger is BlogsVlogsEtc (in the words of Adele, hello, it's me). Let's get to know a bit more about me!

1. Tell us something about yourself and your blog?

Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm 23 from Aberdeen, Scotland. I'm engaged to my best friend and together we have a little girl called April, she's 3! I work in a warehouse (oh the glamour) and in my spare time I write my blog, BlogsVlogsEtc which is a Beauty, Fashion and Lifestyle blog.

2. How did you get into blogging? Did someone else inspire you?

I actually got into it because of my little brother and an old friend. My little brother introduced me to the world of YouTube and I stumbled across the likes of Zoella. I then decided to start a YouTube channel which I did like 3 videos but then lost all confidence so I decided to start a blog because I felt I could express myself better.

3. What does blogging mean to you and why?

Blogging is an escape for me. I feel like I can be my true self and speak about whatever I want to. I am proud of what I have built up and I really enjoy doing it.

4. I personally have almost stopped blogging so, What keeps you motivated?

I think the blog and twitter community keep me motivated. It's actually really nice seeing everyone's posts and little updates and that kind of gives me a kick up the arse to carry on. There has been times that I have stopped, but I always think I'll come back to it!

5. Name some (one,two or three) of your favourite bloggers and tell us why they’re your favourite?

HannahHearts (shock horror) - I love her photos and her content is really great! She's also such a nice person!

Miel and Mint - Again great photography and great content - I also find her posts really relatable. She's also one of my favourite instagrammers!

Vix Meldrew - I love Vix! Her posts are so damn funny and are straight to the point! I also bloody love her #vixswipes tweet sessions - hilarious!

6. What do you do when you’re not blogging?

I'm probably either working or eating - or both!

7. What are you most proud of when it comes to your blog?

I think I'm just proud for keeping it going. I've been blogging for almost a year now and I don't think I'm going to give up anytime soon! I also really like the design of it - jus' sayin'

8. Everyone has a favourite and a least favourite post, what are yours?

My Favourite post is the one I did about the Go Ape Adventure - it was amazing! Bloody terrifying but amazing - I really want to do it again!

My Least favourite post -  I don't actually want to say.

9. As I’m mainly a beauty blogger I feel like I have to ask at least one beauty question so: If you could only use one kind of beauty product what would it be and why?

Mascara! I have loved asking people this question just to see their answer and they've kind of been across the board but for me it's Mascara. I just feel like it helps open up your face and makes you like awake.

10. What would you say to someone who aspires to become a blogger?

Do it! I have made so many friends through my blog and I think I'm actually a happier person since doing it. Don't pressure yourself either - don't feel like you need to post three times a week. If you can only manage/want to post once every three weeks then do that. Remember that your blog is yours and you should only be doing it to make yourself happy! 

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Again, thank you to everyone who has taken part in my little Blog Series!! I've loved interacting with you all and I've enjoyed getting to know you all a bit better!! 

Usually I end these posts with, 'Come back next Saturday to see who the next blogger is'. Well, come back because you never know, this series might start up again!!

Wanderlust Crush List | Travel

Hello Again!!

I have been wanting to do a little Wanderlust post for a while now especially because Aberdeen's weather sucks so I decided to show you the five places I would love to go to! I haven't actually been on holiday abroad for about 12 years, my last holiday was when I went on a school trip to Toledo in Spain. There's a couple of factors in why I haven't been on holiday - Money, every single penny counts to us and the small fact that I am terrified of Flying! This is a fear that I want to get over but I can't see if happening in a while! But hey - one can dream right?!

The blue sky, the blue sea and the white sand! I'd just love to find a hammock somewhere, have a funky straw in a coconut and get lost in a good book. Sounds good doesn't it?!

The only tall buildings we have here in Aberdeen are skyscrapers, and trust me they're not appealing to the eye. I think I fell in love with New York because of Sex and the City. I'd love to have a Carrie Bradshaw moment and step out of a brown stone in some amazing outfit and a fabulous pair of shoes and wave down a yellow cab! It would be amazing. Also I'd love to grab a Starbucks and have a walk through Central Park in the winter - just like something out of a movie.

Sam and I were actually planning a little weekend getaway to Rome before we had April but we just forgot all about it. I'd love to visit the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps (just like Lizzie did in the Lizzie McGuire movie - remember that?!) 

 You know the saying, 'A picture speaks a thousand words' (or something like that) well this photo explains why I want to go to Iceland - the Northern Lights. They just puzzle and amaze me at the same time.

San Francisco! I feel like all of my dream places have something to do with films that I watched when I was younger and I fell in love with San Fran when I watched The Princess Diaries! The houses look really cute and I really want to see the iconic hilly streets and the Golden Gate bridge!

There is the five places that I'd love to go to - they are definitely going to go on my Bucket List (when I eventually get round to writing one). Have you been to any of these places before? What's n your Wanderlust Crush List?

sources: All images are from Google.

My Favourite Instagram Accounts!

Hello Everyone!!

Hope you're all well! I wanted to do a little appreciation post so below are my favourite six Instagram accounts! I love every single one of these accounts for different reasons (that I will touch on) so hopefully you love them just as much as I do!

I love Tamz's Instagram - it's full of bright colours and amazing marble flat lays. She also posts heaps of beautiful makeup lust-haves and the odd burger (oh yes). I also love that almost every Friday she has a Fri-YAY post! So if you're looking for that dreamy beauty Instagram then look no further!

Nadia's account is the one I go and look at if I want to see blue skies and blue seas! She's a UK, Jetsetter and Expat. Also a flatlay queen - her photos are always beautiful! (that hot chocolate looks amazing!!)

I am a massive fan of stationary and the Lazy Pencil Company has some of the best I've seen - they also have some of the most beautiful prints! I can't wait till payday comes round because I need some of these on my office wall - I just want everything!

Fran's Instagram is goals - that's all I can say! Fran is a London blogger and she posts great looking food, great looking makeup and great destinations! Those pancakes with bacon look so delicious and I love how she made friends with this little squirrel and felt like a disney princess - who wouldn't?!

 I love Kate's instagram and vlogs - I'm obsessed. I don't even know where to start, she's the boss of tiles, I mean just look at her bathroom floor and her kitchen wall tiles! I couldn't not have included her account because I love every photo she posts! The way she's done the flat lay with her nail varnishes is just so appealing to the eyes!

Last but by no means least is Hazel's account. As you can see from the photos above, her Instagram is beautiful. How cute are these biscuits?! I really want to make them. She's got such a good eye for a great photo! This is also such a dreamy account, wherever those beach huts are - I want to go!

So they are my favourite six Instagram Accounts. If you're not already following them then what have you been doing with your life?!?

Interview a Blogger, Laura Gale | Blog Series

Hello Again!

Today's post is a little bonus Interview a Blogger post because there wasn't one yesterday so today's blogger is the lovely Laura Gale! Laura's blog is full to the brim of makeup and fashion along with some great advice and lifestyle posts! Let's get to know more about Laura and her blog!

1. Tell us something about yourself and your blog?

I'm a final year law student, and my blog was born in May 2015 as a result of me feeling constantly stressed out about uni and my career options. I was in desperate need of a creative outlet; blogging was the obvious answer for me, since I love to write and have been reading other people's blogs for yonks! 

2. How did you get into blogging? Did someone else inspire you?

Yes! I was totally inspired by Charlie (www.chrwrd.com). I had no idea she was a blogger until she updated her Twitter bio to include a link to her blog. Charlie and I went to the same college (way back when) and I thought it was so cool that I knew of somebody who was into blogging. I saw the Bloglovin' widget on her blog and signed up and claimed my own blog straight away, and from there I discovered so many of the blogs I know and love today, which provide me with a constant stream of inspiration!

3. What does blogging mean to you and why?

Blogging means a lot to me because it's something that's just for me. It sounds selfish, but I really enjoy having something kept so separate from my 'real' life, which consists of legal studies, work placements and twenty-five hours a week working in retail. I'm a total control freak, so an on-going solo project like my blog suits me to a T! I also love the good vibes amongst the blogging community. Everybody is so lovely and supportive... a bit like the drunk girls you meet in club toilets, except bloggers are genuinely that friendly the whole time, ha!

4. I personally have almost stopped blogging so, What keeps you motivated?

I imagine this will be controversial, but the thing that keeps me going is the (slow) stream of collaboration offers from brands. There's a popular misconception regarding bloggers, that we're all 'in it for the freebies,' but this couldn't be further from the truth. The 'freebies' are nice, don't get me wrong, but the reason I really look forward to those emails landing in my inbox is the immense sense of achievement that accompanies them. I still can't help but think 'they must have made a mistake, do they really want to work with me?!' I just light up when I realise: they really think that my blog and I are worthy!

5. Name some (one,two or three) of your favourite bloggers and tell us why they’re your favourite?

I love both Alina (Beauty With Charm) and Renata (Speaking Beauty UK). I've watched both their blogs and their skillsets develop; they're amazing bloggers, yet so humble and genuine! There are plenty of blogs I love, but I think the best bloggers are those who stay grounded, even when they reach new levels of success. 

6. What do you do when you’re not blogging?

When I'm not blogging, I'm usually studying or working. I'm also a box set junkie though, and I'm currently addicted to Prison Break and The Walking Dead. 

7. What are you most proud of when it comes to your blog?

I'd say I'm most proud of my blog design. I can't take much credit for it, since it was designed by the lovely Serena! I feel like it's what makes me stick out from the crowd a little, since there are so many monochrome blogs out there (not that there's anything wrong with monochrome, mind). 

8. Everyone has a favourite and a least favourite post, what are yours?

Do they?! I'm not too sure on mine! I haven't quite conquered the photography aspect of my blog yet, which is why I feel I don't yet have a post that I absolutely love. Ive just purchased my first ever DSLR though, so I'm working on it! I think my least favourites are all fashion related, as I feel like such an amateur writing them.

9. As I’m mainly a beauty blogger I feel like I have to ask at least one beauty question so: If you could only use one kind of beauty product what would it be and why?

I think it would have to be an eyebrow product. A good skincare regime will mean you can skip on the foundation, and I'm not too fussed about my lashes, but I really notice the difference when I go without my ABH dipbrow... I feel so self-conscious without my power brows! They just frame my face and make me look so much more put together!

10. What would you say to someone who aspires to become a blogger?

If you want to do it, do it! Don't think twice about what anyone else would say. I think the people who were sceptical when I told them I wanted to start a blog are the same people who are now envious of some of the opportunities it's brought me! Blogging is beneficial in so many ways: it's extremely therapeutic, it improves your skillset and it looks great on your CV! Go for it.

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A massive thank you to Laura for taking part, it's been great having you!

Come back next Saturday to see who the next blogger is.