Cheap Student Decor- The New House!

My friends and I recently organised our housing arrangements for second year and I am already so excited. I've always loved change and back home I was forever rearranging furniture in my bedroom. I can't wait to have a living room again, as the halls of residence I'm in at the moment don't have a social area.For this post I thought I'd share some items I've got my eye on for decorating our new house...

Does First Year Matter?

https://www.ccsf.edu/en/student-services/admissions-and-registration/records/evaluation-and-graduation.html There is something so frustrating about working really hard at University, only to be told ‘it’s only first year, it doesn’t even matter’.  If anything I'd say this only reinforces the lazy student stereotype, and adds another layer of pressure. Sure, we’ve got bills to pay, relationships...

Empty Products

I finished up some face products this month, annoyingly all at the same time! I plan on making a trip to boots soon so would love some recommendations!  First up is Origins Ginzing moisturiser, perfect for oily skin as its a non-clogging jelly formula. It was super hydrating and cooling with a delicious orange scent. It has done wonders to my sleep deprived student skin, giving a wide...

Spiced Sweet Potato Soup: The Recipe

This is one of my favourite comforting dishes to make in this cold time of year, a sweet potato soup with warming spices. I usually chuck everything in by eye, but I've given some rough measurements below if anyone wants to give it a go! It takes half an hour tops to make, including prepping time- so a perfect option for after an evening lecture when all you want is fast food and sleep.      YOU...

Productive Procrastination

Sali Hughes spoke on the power of taking a few days out, which has inspired this post. Whether it be taking a morning off, or dedicating a whole Sunday to be 'physically and mentally unchallenged', it can be incredibly restorative. I am only a first year student but struggling with the workload kicks in more regularly than I expected. So after a productive week, I tend to take Sundays off, to remind...

Valentines: The Self-Gift Guide

I never really liked the idea of Valentines in a romantic sense, and as a child I would spend the day baking with my mother instead. Though being a Bridget Jones stereotype probably had an influence, I'm still not a fan of the cheesiness. Instead, I've decided to see it as a brilliant excuse to treat yourself, a friend (or special friend...) and share the love. And yes, I know pancake day is first...