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● Laura Thornberry ● Lifestyle Blogger ● London Based ●

AD - GIFTED| Looking for cool and unusual gift ideas for your dad this Father's Day? Finding the perfect Father's Day gift for our loved ones can be difficult yet very fulfilling, and by carefully choosing the right piece, it will be one of the most thoughtful and personal gifts you can give. 

Why not opt for something a little more personalised and choose some stunning wall art, posters or prints to bring a smile to his face. For me, I think the vintage style artwork is the perfect choice for Father's Day. Something so cool and so retro is simply perfect! Art makes a great gift because it is so personal, and there are a wide selection of styles to choose from the Poster Store. You'll be spoilt for choice with the vast selection of different themes & categories for all tastes, and the release of a new poster collection every Tuesday is something to look forward to!

FATHERS DAY

It's Not Always Expensive
For me, you don't always need to spend a lot of money on a gift for it to be meaningful and sentimental. Nowadays, you can put together a great selection of gifts whatever your budget is, and if you're looking to get some framed prints and posters, The Poster Store is definitely worth a look at. Offering such high quality prints and frames at such an affordable price, you know you will pick up a great gift idea that won't break the bank!

Adds A More Personal Touch
Really thinking about things that the recipient of your gift likes and is interested in makes the perfect starting idea when picking out something personal for them. The Poster Store offers a large selection of beautiful and affordable posters and frames, you'll definitely find something for everyone. Featuring a stunning Scandinavian design, you'll find the inspiration to pick out the perfect prints, or find the help you need for designing your own gallery wall.

Lasts A Lifetime
When choosing a gift for Father's Day, I'm sure we all want something that will be cherished for years and years, making posters, prints and wall pictures a definite winner. If your dad has his own office, room or other personal space, gifting some beautiful wall decoration pieces could be all he needs to make his space some incredible interior design goals. By choosing one or multiple wall art pieces, you can pair together his own feature, gallery wall, and give him something to look at day after day, knowing that it will last a long time. All the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper and can be paired with a stunning picture frame to make your gift a solid 10/10!

It's An Unusual Gift
The Poster Store offers a huge selection of unique prints, which will help you with your gift selection, as well as those looking to create your own gallery wall for your home. You can choose something that the recipient wouldn't usually pick for themselves, or even feel like they have the money to spend on something.

POSTER STORE VINTAGE CAR POSTER

POSTER STORE VINTAGE CAR POSTER

POSTER STORE VINTAGE POSTERS

For my Father's Day gift, I opted for a gorgeous vintage duo; Green Vintage Car Poster* and Green Vintage Car Detail Poster*. Beautiful vintage posters of a green classic car and green dashboard/steering wheel of a classic vintage car is any car lovers dream, especially for someone like my dad. 

I chose both these posters in the 30cm x 40cm size, with the accompanying white wooden frame, which I think works perfectly! There is a variety of sizes for both photos and frames online, making it easier for you to be as creative as you want, depending on the space you have to fill in your home as well as your budget.

If you're looking for a unique but extremely cool gift for your dad this Father's day, I would 100% recommend giving The Poster Store a look. Delivery is free on orders over £39, and packaging was impressively secure and my order arrived in perfect condition!

Use Discount Code: LAURA/35 - for 35% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames) Not combinable with other discount campaigns. 
Valid until the 11th of July.

What gifts will you be giving on Father's Day? Have you considered posters and prints as a gift idea?
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AD – GIFTED | Are you planning on incorporating some new wall art in your home decor? Thinking of getting a some new posters or prints for your home? Look no further!

If you're someone who likes to change up their home decor quite often, or you enjoy updating your personal space with the newest home décor trends, choosing new wall art might be a simple and affordable choice for you. A simple way to update your home's look is by interchanging some wall art displays to help add some character, some colour and a personal touch to your space. If you're looking for some inspiration or a wide selection of styles to select from, head over to the Poster Store – offering an endless choice of wall art posters and prints at an affordable price. 

For me, I think illustrations and abstract poster artwork is the perfect choice for the home, as they are so minimal, so simple, yet so stylish. Wall art, posters, and prints are another way to totally transform a room instantly and here are 3 reasons to include minimalist art prints in your home.

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 Minimalist art is a perfect addition to any home if you are planning on giving your decor a little refresh with something new. Minimalist art prints can help add colour and vibrancy into any room without being too in your face. Depending on your chosen design, minimalist art can help add a focal point to your room, or be used as part of a number of posters or prints to create a simple, yet effective a gallery wall in your home.

By using simple forms of monochrome, minimalist artwork in your home can help to neutralise a space. By adding a simple artistic touch via your wall art, you are simply elevating your surrounding home décor without distracting away from it. Minimalist artwork can bring a sense of peace and calmness to any room. The simplicity and elegance of line art can introduce a relaxing atmosphere to your personal space. If your current home decor features a neutral colour palette, minimalist art work will only enhance your home, and bring all the different features together nicely.

poster store abstract art

I was kindly gifted some prints and frame from the Poster Store to include in my home, to help add some interest and focal points. I opted for some simple illustrative abstract line art posters. This allowed me to decorate my home in a discreet and subtle way, without adding too much colour or pattern.

poster store wall art

A4 – One Line Art No 1 Poster
An abstract line-art illustration showing a woman from behind, against a beige background. Her hair is in a bun, and she is looking over her shoulder. With this modern and minimalistic art poster, you can use this print to create a simple feature wall for your bedroom, or even as part of a trendy gallery wall. The poster has a printed white margin that frames the design.

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A4 – One Line Art No 3 Poster
A trendy minimal line art illustration of a body on a beige background. It's so simple, yet so eye-catching. Combine this modern art poster with the One Line Art No 1 poster and create a unique gallery wall. The poster has a printed white margin that frames the design to help make it stand out once it's framed.

There are a variety of sizes for all posters, prints, and frames online, making it easier for you to be as creative as you want, depending on the space you have to fill in your home, as well as your budget. The collection of unique prints online will help you create your own gallery wall tailor-made for your home. All the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper, helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

For those looking to invest in some high quality, affordable posters and prints, make sure to check out the Poster Store and use the discount below to save some money on some beautiful wall art.

Use Code: 45LAURATHORNBERRY for 45% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames) Not combinable with other discount campaigns. 
Valid from 28th of April to 6th of May.

Have you heard of the Poster Store? Are you looking to add some new wall art into your home?
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AD - GIFTED | Looking to purchase a housewarming gift for a friend or family members new home, but not sure what to get? Why not opt for some posters or prints that they can decorate their new personal space with!

Decorating your home can be an incredibly expensive job - especially if you've just moved home or you're someone who changes their mind quite often or you enjoy updating your space with the current home décor trends. A quick and easy way to update your homes look is by interchanging some wall art displays to help add some character and a personal touch to your space. If you're looking for some gift inspiration for upcoming housewarming parties, and want to browse through a wide selection of styles, head over to the Poster Store - offering an endless choice of wall art posters and prints at an affordable price.
 
wall art prints

When searching for the perfect housewarming gifts for your friends and family, you always want to pick something special that doesn't cost a fortune. Choosing posters and prints can be a great option for those seeking affordable items. The Poster Store have new collections posted each week on the website, and have a range of stylish posters, frames and art prints from just £3.95 - what a bargain!

Posters and prints can be a great choice of gift as there are such a range of categories online to choose from, you can make them have such a personal touch. Posters are such a perfect tool to help personalise the interior in any room of your house, and make it feel "more like home". Whether the gift recipient likes nature, photography or even like minimalistic black and white wall art, there is something for everyone online at The Poster Store!

When picking out gifts, you'll want something that the recipient will be able to use, see or have access to all the time - this is why posters and prints are a great everyday use gift. Once hung up on the walls, the wall art is there for viewing 24/7 which will make it a perfect reminder.

Poster Store Posters

I was kindly gifted some prints and frames from the Poster Store, and I am absolutely in love! I opted for some gorgeous travel photography themed prints, and think that they pair together really nicely and will definitely add some interest to an empty wall in my home. These trio of Italian themed prints are all A3 sized - 30cm x 40cm, with wooden oak frames, featuring the Amalfi Coast and Seaside, and Venice locations. The colours used in all 3 prints are simply stunning, and placed together as a trio of wall art, looks absolutely amazing and is the perfect combination!

The Poster Store offer a variety of sizes for all posters, prints and frames online - from 13x18 to 70x100, allowing you to pick the best pieces for the size space you have to decorate. The collection of unique prints online will help you create the perfect gallery wall tailor-made for any home. All of the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

Use discount code: 35/LAURA for 35% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames) - Not combinable with other discount campaigns. Valid from 20th October to 20th November.

Have you heard of The Poster Store? What styles of wall art do you like best?

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AD – GIFTED| Looking for a unique gift idea for your mum this Mother's Day? Why not opt for something a little more personalised and choose from some stunning wall art, posters, or prints to bring a smile to her face. 

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Personalised Gifts for Everyone's Preferences
Art makes a great gift because it can be so personal to the recipient, and there are a wide selection of art styles to select from the Poster Store. You'll definitely be spoilt for choice. In my opinion, nature and botanical themed artwork is the perfect choice for Mother's Day – think scenic landscapes, soft and delicate florals and beautiful photography. If nature isn't your thing, they have other poster categories such as animals, typography, fashion and vintage, to name a few. With the vast selection of different themes & categories for all tastes, and new poster collections released all the time, there is undoubtedly something for everyone.

Mothers Day Poster Store

Bold and Colourful Addition To The Home
By selecting some wall art for your Mother's Day gift, you can help inject some colour into the recipient's home, and it can help change the whole mood and atmosphere of their personal space. If you know they have quite a neutral and minimalist home, by deciding to pick some colourful posters and prints, you can help them add some vibrancy and brightness into their personal space. Or, if they have quite a colourful, vibrant room, you could opt for something more monochrome and bold, to feature as a focal point.

For my Mother's Day gift, I opted for the “Flowers in Pink Poster”. This poster is an up-close photograph of flowers in different shades of pink. This piece has incredible detail, sharp focus and will really make a statement in the home.

Mothers Day Poster Store
 
A Gift That Can Always Be On Show
Prints are the perfect gift for the home, and always make a great addition to the walls in the living room or bedroom. By choosing wall art as your gift, the recipient can display it in their home, and will remember you each time they see it during the day. It will be a long-lasting gift that can be cherished for years and years.

Mothers Day Poster Store

To complete your posters and prints, there are a variety of high quality frames to purchase in different colours and sizes. I opted for the stylish copper frame, as I felt this really compliments the pinks that are used in the floral image, and offers a beautiful contrast to the poster.

The Poster Store offer a wide variety of sizes for all posters, prints, and frames online – from 13×18 to 70×100, allowing you to pick the best pieces for your Mother's Day gifts or for the size space in your home you have to decorate. The online collection of unique prints will help you create the perfect gallery wall, tailor-made for any home. All the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper, helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

 Use code: LAURABLOG45 for 45% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames). Not combinable with other discount campaigns. Valid from 18th of March to 18th of April.

What gifts for Mother's Day will you be purchasing?

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AD - GIFTED | Looking to redecorate your home but on a budget? Thinking of getting a some new posters or prints for your home? Look no further!

Decorating your home can be an incredibly expensive job - especially if you're someone who changes their mind quite often or you enjoy updating your space with the current home décor trends. A simple way to update your homes look is by interchanging some wall art displays to help add some character and a personal touch to your space. If you're looking for some inspiration or a wide selection of styles to choose from, head over to the Poster Store - offering an endless choice of wall art posters and prints at an affordable price.

 For me, I think the photography or the nature and botanical style artwork is the perfect choice for the home. Wall art, posters and prints are another way to totally transform a room instantly and here are 5 benefits of displaying wall art posters and prints in your home.

HOME WALL ART

Splash of Colour
Introducing colour into your home can be quite scary and overwhelming, and even slightly tricky, especially if you don't own your home and just opt for renting the property instead. Many homes interior design tend to use lighter colours on the walls to make the indoor spaces appear larger, cleaner and lighter. By adding some wall art to your home, it can change the whole mood and atmosphere of a space. You can use attractive, eye-catching and bold posters or prints to instantly inject some colour into the room. Whether you opt for some minimalist black and white monochrome art, something more colourful and vibrant or even some pastel shades, adding some wall decorations can help add that splash of colour that a plain room is lacking.

Sets A Rooms Atmosphere
Wall art helps to create the exact mood and feel that you want in any specific room and to your home. The type of atmosphere you will want to try and portray will depend on your personal preferences when in comes to home décor and interior design. The perfect choice of wall art will round-off your interior design ideas perfectly and can help to bring the whole colour palette or theme of your home together. 

Different rooms in the house may want to have or give-off different moods or atmospheres, for example; the bedroom is somewhere you'll include some calming, more simple wall art. The hallways or lounge area, you'll want to include more vibrant and welcoming pieces to help boost the first impressions of your home. For dressing rooms or walk-in wardrobes, you may wish to have something more vibrant, bold and stand-out. Bathrooms will opt for more of a simple, elegant style of wall art, to help set a more relaxing and refreshing mood, helping you to unwind.

Affordable Decorative Accessory
Decorating your home or adding decorative accessories to your home can be expensive. However, for those on a tighter budget, you may want to consider installing a gallery wall or using posters and prints in your home. Investing in some high quality wall art for your home doesn't have to break the bank. If you're looking to get some framed prints and posters at an affordable price, The Poster Store is definitely worth a look at as you'll be spoilt for choice. The Poster Store offers such a vast selection of beautiful posters and frames, there will definitely be something suitable for you and your interior design preferences.

Reflects Your Personality
Art is very individual and the quote "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" is extremely relevant when it comes to home décor and interior design. Everyone will have different opinions and different preferences when it comes to art. The artwork someone chooses to install in their home gives you a small insight into their personality.

Stimulates Conversation with Visitors
Having some decorative and interesting wall art on display in your home can spark conversation with your friends/family, as well as anyone who visits your home. Visitors can be intrigued by the unique art you display and this can help them get to know you better and find out your interior design preferences. The posters or prints you choose can reflect a lot about you as a person, and you can give visitors an insight into your own personal life and the things that you love.


I was kindly gifted some prints and frame from the Poster Store to include in my home, to help add some interest and focal points. One area of my home I wanted to freshen up was my bedroom. Here, I have opted to create a visually appealing display for one of my shelves using 2 different themed framed prints.

The first print is an a4 sized (21x30cm) "Sunset View" poster the world famous beach "Navagio Beach" on the island of Zakynthos, Greece. I visited Zakynthos back in 2017, so this print brings back so many memories when I look at it. The poster is framed by a printed white border, which gives the image more depth and makes it more bold and vibrant. The second print I opted for was smaller (13x18cm) "Double Love" poster. This text style print is very minimal but very effective. The bold font makes it stand out and very eye-catching. I like to incorporate photography prints and typography together as I feel its a nice contrast and works well together.

There are a variety of sizes for all posters, prints and frames online, making it easier for you to be as creative as you want, depending on the space you have to fill in your home, as well as your budget. The collection of unique prints online will help you create your own gallery wall tailor-made for your home. All of the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

For those looking to invest in some high quality, affordable posters and prints, make sure to check out the Poster Store and use the discount below to save some money on some beautiful wall art.

Code: 50LAURA
50% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames)
Not combinable with other discount campaigns. 
Valid from 16th to 23rd of August.

Have you visited the Poster Store? What wall art pieces do you currently display in your own home?

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 AD – GIFTED | Are you currently looking to redecorate your bedroom and need inspiration? Do you require ideas for a bedroom shelf display? Why not consider some new decorative accessories, posters, or prints for your home?

In our home, we all aspire to have those display shelves that look so effortless, clean, and minimalist, without being too cluttered and messy. Obviously, when you start to redecorate and use decorative accessories in your home, you'll often want to display personal items such as your favourite photographs, prints, ornaments, and books. A simple way to update your bedroom's look is by interchanging your shelf displays to help add some character, some colour and a personal touch to your personal space. 


With a wide range of options for objects to feature in your shelf display, whether you choose ornaments, books, posters, prints or sculptures, the possibilities are endless. If you're looking for some inspiration for selecting posters and prints, head over to the Poster Store – offering an endless choice of wall art at an affordable price. Listed below are 3 simple tips for creating a minimalist bedroom shelf display in your home.


bedroom shelf

Choose A Colour Scheme
Incorporating too many colours into your shelf display can typically create a messy, distracted and overwhelming look to your room. This will ultimately create the opposite outcome of that you are looking for. I made sure to leave some “empty space”, as this is necessary for achieving a minimal style display. Leaving some empty space on your display will make your shelves look bigger, cleaner, and tidier. If you want to follow a minimalist style, you don't always need to choose a monochrome theme. Why not opt for something tonal, which uses similar colours to really make an impact.

Don't Overcrowd Your Space
When you begin to compile your shelf display, it's important to declutter and get rid of any unwanted items. It may take you a few attempts to get your perfect composition, and ultimately something you are completely happy with. Make sure to leave empty spaces, as these will be your best friend for helping you create something clean and minimal.

Opt For Different Object Sizes, Shapes, and Textures
Lastly, using items in your bedroom shelf display of different sizes, shapes, and textures can really change the whole vibe of your display. It will help add interest and to draw attention to your shelf display. Using big items will help create a statement, and be the stand-out part of your display, whilst smaller items can help fill spaces and bring the entire look together nicely.

BEDROOM SHELF

For my own minimalist bedroom shelf display, I wanted to get creative and have a more summery vibe to my space. I made sure to keep things clean, minimal and neutral, to help keep things balanced and not go over the top. The main colour scheme for this shelf display was warms neutral tones of creams, browns and oranges, which is perfect for the summer months, and something that is very calming and welcoming.

For me, I think illustrations and abstract poster artwork is the perfect choice for the home, as they are so minimal, so simple, yet so stylish. For my feature display shelves, I chose both the Abstract Landscape Poster and the Abstract Lemon Tree Poster. Both these posters feature warm tones of yellows, oranges, and browns that help bring a calming, summery feel to my personal space. I picked both posters in A3 size, as I wanted to make them a statement feature of my shelf display, in order to create a focal point to the shelves.

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There are a variety of sizes for all posters, prints, and frames online, making it easier for you to be as creative as you want, depending on the space you have to fill in your home, as well as your budget. The collection of unique prints online will help you create your own gallery wall tailor-made for your home. All the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper, helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

For those looking to invest in some high quality, affordable posters and prints, make sure to check out the Poster Store and use the discount below to save some money on some beautiful wall art.

Use Code: 45LAURATHORNBERRY for 45% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames) Not combinable with other discount campaigns. Valid until the 24th of July!

Have you heard of the Poster Store? Are you looking to add some new wall art into your home?
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 AD – GIFTED| Looking for special and unique gift ideas this Mother's Day? Why not opt for something a little more personalised and choose from some stunning wall art, posters, or prints to bring a smile to their face all year round. 

The Poster Store offer a wide variety of sizes for all posters, prints, and frames online – from 13×18 to 70×100, allowing you to pick the best pieces for your Mother's Day gifts or for the size space in your home you have to decorate. The online collection of unique prints will help you create the perfect gallery wall, tailor-made for any home. All the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper, helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

floral art

Lasts Longer Than Real Flowers
Many people often by real flowers for the mums on Mother's Day. We all know that they look great, smell nice, add some vibrancy to any room and will always go down a treat. However, at some point they will begin to wilt and die, and soon enough will need to be thrown away. A printed version will last a lifetime – perfect for those who want pleasant memories to look back on, or just want to be more sustainable with their gift choices.

poster store floral art

A Gift That Can Always Be On Show
Prints are the perfect gift for the home or office, and would always make a great addition to the walls or shelving units in the living room or bedroom. By selecting wall art as your gift, the recipient can display it in their home to help add some interest, and will remember you each time they see it during the day. It will be a long-lasting gift that can be cherished for years and years.

Personalised Gifts for Everyone's Preferences
Art makes a great gift because it can be so personal to the recipient, and there are a wide selection of art styles to select from the Poster Store. You'll definitely be spoilt for choice. In my opinion, florals, nature and botanical themed artwork is the perfect choice for Mother's Day – think scenic landscapes, soft and delicate florals and beautiful photography. If nature isn't your thing, they have other poster categories such as animals, typography, fashion and vintage, to name a few. With the vast selection of different themes & categories for all tastes, and new poster collections released all the time, there is undoubtedly something for everyone, so you'll never be stuck for choice.

poster store floral wall art

To complete your posters and prints, there are a variety of high quality frames to purchase in different colours and sizes. I opted for the stylish copper frame, as I felt this really compliments the pinks that are used in the floral image, and offers a beautiful contrast to the poster. It also brings a sense of luxury and class, making it a great gift for someone special.

 If you're interested, you can use code LTHORNBERRY for 40% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames). Not combinable with other discount campaigns. Valid from 14th to 16th March.

What gifts for Mother's Day will you be purchasing? Would you consider buying prints and posters?
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 AD – GIFTED | With Mother's Day coming up, many people will be looking for the perfect gift for their mothers, and trying to find the best deals available for them. When it comes to gifting, you don't need to spend hundreds of pounds – it's always the thought that counts. Sometimes it can be difficult to choose your ideal gifts. Sometimes you want to think “outside the box” and decide something other than flowers and chocolates. If you're looking for a more unique gift, listed below are 4 affordable and luxury must-have gifts for Mother's Day to give you some much-needed inspiration.

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For a real indulgent treat, a nice bottle of red wine could be exactly what you need for Mother's Day – not only does it taste great, but there are also numerous health benefits of red wine. From Independent Wines, I was kindly sent over the Massimago Conte Gastone - an 100% Organic and low-sulphite Amarone wine. This delicious wine has aromas of red cherry, rose, mint and cedar wood – sounds like a perfect combination! The best Amarone wines are famous for their intensely concentrated flavours of red berries and spices, high alcohol and medium to high tannins, and this wine is no exception.

independent wines

If you're looking for some accessories for Mother's Day, why not opt for a simple and dainty piece of jewellery to add to her collection. From Wolf and Zephyr, I picked out the Turquoise Gemstone Necklace*, which I thought would be the perfect gift for Mother's Day. This simple necklace features a real turquoise encased in a delicate crown setting. This beautifully delicate gemstone necklace is the perfect gift with a deep, sentimental, and thoughtful meaning behind it. 

“Known as the “master healer”, Turquoise is one of the oldest protection stones; protecting us from negative influences and promoting an optimistic attitude. Turquoise helps us to see that we are the creators of our own luck.”

Wolf and Zephyr Necklace

For those looking for a more unique gift, or to expand your mother's current fragrance collection, The Perfume Experience Box* might be exactly what you require. This fragrance library offers a new and different way to discover and try a range of different perfumes, suitable for any time and occasion. All Pairfum London fragrances are natural and handmade, enriched with essential oils. As well as this, they are also vegan, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly, making them have such a positive impact on the environment.

Inside the tester box, you will receive 12 mini-sized bottles, which are perfect to stick in your handbag – giving you just the right amount of each to ensure you can try to test it enough. Each perfume bottle contains around 100 sprays – which is probably enough for 2 weeks wear. Inside the box, you also receive 50 paper strips to help you sample or share each perfume before you wear it. This will be such a practical gift for Mother's Day, as your mother can try some new scents and hopefully find one that she'll love.

Parfum London Gift box

If you're looking for something for the home, why not consider purchasing some wall art? Art makes a great gift as it can be so special and so personal to the recipient. You can choose pieces based on their preferences, home theme or colour palettes. Depending on your chosen style, there is a wide selection of art posters and prints to select from the Poster Store, that would be perfect for Mother's Day.

Poster Store print

What are your plans for Mother's Day? What gifts will you be purchasing?


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How well did your blog perform in 2021? Did you achieve all your blogging goals you had set for the year? Are you looking at ways to improve your content, be more organised, more productive and more successful in 2022?

In 2021, I managed to have an incredibly good year for my blog for a number of reasons. First of all, I managed to hit my financial goal I had set myself for the year from working on a number of sponsored posts and campaigns with brands and PRs. Secondly, I got to work alongside a number of incredible and well known brands for a number of posts on my blog - some of these brands being Hotel Chocolat, The Poster Store, Parfum London, as well as submitting some recipe posts for the B&M website.

Thirdly, I used my time wisely throughout lockdown and being placed on furlough to really work on ways I can improve and expand all areas of my website. My lifestyle blog now has a total of 10 lifestyle based sub-sections, allowing me to share new articles on a wide range of topics, that can be relatable and engaging for a larger amount of people. Finally, time for some statistics. My lifestyle blogs audience is predominantly UK and US based, but it does currently have influence across many continents across the world, including Europe, Asia and the Americas - crazy right!?! 

In 2021 alone, I reached a staggering 550,527 page views, reaching to 210,157 users - these numbers I grabbed from my Google Analytics - making 2021 probably one my of best years to date, and in 2022, I'm looking to top it! The question is.. How can I achieve more and be more productive and more successful? Listed below are some of the ways I'm going to be more productive this year, and hopefully achieve another successful year for my lifestyle blog, and hopefully some advice you can also take on board to grow your own blogs.

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- Start Using A Daily Diary -
To be a more productive and organised blogger, you simply need to plan well. This year, I've started to use a daily diary in order for me to keep track of certain tasks I need to complete, emails/invoices I need to send, blog posts I need to write, and being able to plan my week ahead to use my time wisely. Most diaries will have a number of extra pages you can use for note taking and planning ideas - this will help you visually remember any blog posts you wish to write in the future, any brands you hope to work with, and you can also make a note of any goals or targets you wish to reach for the year ahead. You could also use a diary to keep track of your blog's growth over the year, and to track your progress of page views, followers etc.

- Create To-Do Lists -
It's simply impossible to keep up with everything you're thinking about and all of your ideas that are inside your head. The best thing you can do it to write it all down so you can have it all as a visual reminder in front of you. One of the most practical and important reasons that you should start to use a to-do list is that it will help you stay well organised. When you have written all your daily jobs and tasks in a simple list, they seem more achievable and manageable. When you can see a clear outline of what you've got to do for each day or each week, and are able to tick off once you've completed, it helps you stay focused, motivated and on-top of your work. Making to-do lists are an easy, stress-free and effective way of keeping up-to-date with certain tasks and things you need to do throughout your day. As a blogger, this could include things such as sending emails, taking photographs, writing up blog posts and creating invoices, to name a few. 

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- Update Your Media Kit Regularly -
For those who don't currently use a media kit, it can definitely be worth taking a look online to see what you need to include and browsing some media kit templates to give you some inspiration for your own. A media kit gives you the opportunity to showcase your blog and present yourself exactly as you want to be seen -  it is simply a digital-based, online portfolio that informs your potential partners, sponsors and clients everything they need to know. You are able to give a brief overview of your blog, about you as a person, the content you write about, and any other information you believe to be relevant - this could typically include recent blog statistics, demographics, social media platforms you use, services you offer with relevant fees and some of the previous brands you have collaborated with. All of these features can allow a brand to gain an in-depth overview of you, your website and what you have to offer in just a few clicks, so it's important to make sure you update this regularly and all information included is correct and up-to-date, for example - DA score, follower count, email address and fees for collaborations.

- Break Bigger Goals into Smaller Goals -
So, you may have set yourself some blog goals for the year ahead, and they may look slightly overwhelming to start with. Maybe you want to earn £10,000 for the year, you want to gain 5,000 new followers or you want to write 200 new blog posts for that year. If you look at them like this, it can be very stressful and cause a lot of anxiety for you, especially if you're working non-stop trying to make this happen. To make things look that little bit more manageable and achievable, why not break these big goals into smaller goals? Instead of looking at your full years overview of your blogging goals, it may be wiser to break these down into weekly or monthly targets - for example, if you are looking to make £10,000 from your blog in 2022, why not break this down to around £800 a month, 200 blog posts a year, it could be around 16 per month - looks much less scary!

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- Avoid Distractions -
On how many occasions do you go to sit down and begin writing a new blog post but manage to get distracted by your social media accounts, phone notifications etc. If you're running your blog or working from the comfort of your own home, there are endless distractions that surround you and your working space. Your mobile phone, TV, pets, children, emails from your favourite fashion or beauty brands - the list is simply endless. As a blogger, it's probably a useful tip of knowing how to try and avoid these distractions, as this will most probably allow you to achieve your goals and become more successful at a faster rate than you otherwise would. Here are a few examples of things you can implement to help you avoid distractions whilst blogging/working;
  • Set up a tidy, clutter free working environment
  • Use your diary and to-do lists to ensure you complete all tasks
  • Switch off your phone and log out of any social media websites
  • Work using time frames or set a timer to carry out certain tasks to help avoid distractions and increase your productivity levels
- Keep On Top Of Emails and Admin -
Finally, the dreaded emails and admin tasks that are always left until later or tomorrow. Get them done today! Managing to stay on top of your emails/admin jobs can be extremely overwhelming and time-consuming - especially as a blogger as you could be getting multiple emails through daily regarding things such as collaborations, payments and invoices. In order to keep on top of this, there are a number of things you can do. For example;
  • set aside some time each week to go through your all of your emails and respond to them
  • empty your junk folder and deleted emails regularly to avoid them piling up
  • group your emails in folders for easy access
  • update your admin files daily/weekly - e.g. spreadsheets for your blogging income, followers total and your weekly plan for your blog
  • make templates for specific emails you send as this can save you time - brand pitches, media kit emails, invoices etc
How successful was your blog in 2021? What other ways are you going to be more organised and productive this year?
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AD| With Christmas on its way, it's time to start thinking of gift ideas for your friends and families. We all know that there are some people who are harder to buy for, than others, so this gift guide may give you some inspiration for those difficult individuals in your life. 

When it comes to homeware items, it can be extremely difficult to buy for someone else. This is because everyone's preference is home decor is so different, as it is so personal—especially when it comes to bigger and expensive items. However, below there are a selection of gifts that will be loved by everyone, so you don't need to feel worried that the recipient won't like your item, as these are suitable for everyone.

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Electrical Kitchen Appliances
The best kitchen appliances for gift ideas can be hard to find when there are so many products to choose from. Whether you opt for a slow cooker, air fryer, or even a brand-new microwave, kitchen appliances are always a good option for affordable home gifts. These are typically something that many of us don't want to buy for ourselves, so Christmas is a great opportunity to gift something like this to our nearest and dearest. Another great thing about looking at kitchen electricals is that there are so many sales and discounts, you're bound to pick up something for a great, affordable price!

Glassware
Purchasing new glassware pieces for your friends or family could be a great option for those unsure of the perfect Christmas gift. These would definitely be good for those who have just moved home, or even for those who love to host guests in their home. If you want a standout glass wear style present, why not consider a design gift? This could be beautiful tumblers, cocktail glasses, or even some stunning champagne flutes. These can help bring a touch of modern, contemporary design to any traditional home.


Cushions and Throws
For the ultimate warm and cosy home accessory, cushions and throws are exactly what you need. Whether they get spread over your bed, or displayed over your sofas, cushions, and throws can make a lovely, affordable Christmas gift as there are hundreds of styles and colours to choose from. In my opinion, some good choices include cosy Sherpa or faux fur styles, for the perfect winter accessory.

Candles and Diffusers
Christmas candles and diffusers are perfect gift ideas to help share the gift of festive warmth, cosiness and comfort, that will undoubtedly brighten any home. Aromas of winter spice, oranges, and woodland forest pine trees are good choices of fragrance for a winter home. Candles and diffusers can help keep your homes smelling amazing all day long, giving them that cosy, warming and welcoming touch.

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Framed Prints and Posters
If you're shopping for a lover of wall art, or someone who is into their photography and art, framed prints and posters could be something to look into. There are so many choices when it comes to wall art, as there is a vast range of categories for your pieces to fall under. Whether they like nature images, abstract images, or even something more architectural or vintage, the options are endless. For this type of gift, I would highly recommend visiting Poster Store. The best thing about have prints and posters as home decor gifts, is that they are so quick and simple to change, that you can switch up the look of your home within minutes, allowing you to purchase a range of styles for your gift recipient.

What homeware items would you like to receive this Christmas?

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