5 Ways to De-Stress

Hey Guys!

It can definitely get a bit stressful after the first week back at school and when everything suddenly just starts to happen again! With loads of homework and rehearsals on top of everything else, just a little bit of time to yourself can be something you really need. So here are 5 ways in which you can de-stress yourselves and have a bit of ME time...

1) Listening to Music

Listening to music can be a great way to get rid of anything that is on your mind, but can also help you move a lot quicker when doing homework. 

Sometimes going on to Spotify and going through their genres is a great idea, depending what mood you are in. A 'Focus' playlist is quite a good idea as there are lots of different playlists, all of which are not upbeat, but quite calming. 

2) Reading a Book

Reading a book can help you get away from everything and put your mind in to something completely different.

At the moment, I am slowly but surely getting through 'All the Bright Places' by Jennifer Niven. So far, it is a great book and really captures the audience, but you really have to put your mind to it. Although I read quite slowly, I am still able to engage in the book and de-stress.

3) Having a Lush Bath

A Lush bath is a great way to calm down and help your skin. 

By swirling around a reusable bubble bar, you are able to create lots of bubbles that are soft and kind to your skin. These bubbles also help you to relax and just have a bit of time to yourself.

4) Watching YouTube

Watching YouTube can help you to relax as any youtuber is sure to have a little video to keep you going.

Zoella is a personal favourite of mine, and does some great videos that are calming and interesting. Her personality is just so great! However other youtubers are still as good. 

5) Colouring

Bringing out colouring pencils and a colouring book can be a great way to de-stress 

instead of sitting in front of a screen!

Recently, the craze for these has been amazing! So I bought an issue of 'Relax With Art'. Although it requires quite a bit of concentration, it is still a great way to sit and have some fun.

I hope some of these ideas will help and that you have a great. de-stressful week!

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x

Things I Am Thankful For

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Happy New Year! I can't believe that two days ago it had been 5 months since started this blog, and I never actually thought I would get this far! But today I thought that I would share with you what I am thankful for in 2015, and what you can do in 2016, to be even more thankful. I haven't really included random things as I wanted this to be a short, correct list. So here it is...

I hope that you can relate to some of these things, and that some of these things you really are thankful for. If you find it hard to remember what you are thankful for or any memories you have, a good idea is to create a memory jar each year. This works by placing any memories you have into the jar that make you happy, or anything that you are thankful for. The choice is up to you. I have never actually made one before, but this year I have decided I am going to, and if this blog is still going at the end of the year, maybe I will share what's in it.

To make a memory jar you will need:

• A form of jar,
• Pieces of paper, any colour,
• A pen,
• Some Sharpies and 
• Highlighters.

All you really have to do is decorate the jar if you want to, however that is entirely up to you. Maybe you want to put a label on it and decorate that, or perhaps decorate the jar itself. As you go through the year, remember to fill the jar up. Memories that make you happy for example spending a day with a friend or maybe things you are thankful for like having a computer to write a blog...

Hope that you have a great 2016 and that it is filled with memories and thankfulness. Remember, life is full of adventures...

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x 

A Day At John Lewis Oxford Street

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I can't believe it is already a week after Christmas and that it is the New Year. But yesterday, Abi and I, as well as our families went up into London. We went to the Olympic Park and walked around, but when it got dark we went over to John Lewis in Oxford Street. Due to the new advert with the man on the moon, they have made their roof terrace into a winter wonderland. There are loads of trees and fake snow, surrounded by balconies and fairy lights. 

We arrived before it started to get really dark, however it was really pretty to see the sun set. I took loads of pictures and had so much fun walking around still feeling really Christmassy. It allowed us to take some time out and have loads of fun. 

There were three snugs that you could sit in. Seeing as there were eight of us, we managed to grab one called 'Midwinter Snug' as well as some hot chocolate! It was lit with fairy lights and a huge light up 'NOEL' was behind us, as well as lots of other decorations. We managed to take some really pretty pictures at lots of opportunities. 

 

As I took loads of pictures, I decided that I could use some editing skills and apps to create some different, interesting pictures, and get creative! When we were waiting for our dinner, I edited some pictures. I used an app called Super Impose, which allows you to put two different pictures together, add filters and make them transparent. I made two and put one of them on my Instagram. I am not sure which one I prefer, however some worked better than others.

I hope that you have a great week and a Happy New Year!

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x

Realaxing on Christmas Eve

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Merry Christmas Eve! I can't believe that it's already Christmas, it doesn't feel like it at all! Today I thought I might share with you what I do on Christmas Eve before tomorrow! So sit back, relax, and enjoy sharing with me what you do too...

I like to start off by making sure that my room is decorated, to bring some more vibes to my room. The other day I was out and found some pink tinsel that matches my room and decided to get some that I could place on my wire. It adds some more colour and stretches a long way.

I also like to put on some fairy lights both on my tree, as they add a lot of light and make some pretty pictures, but also in the living room where I hang my stocking as well.

I then like to have a nice bath where I can use some Christmas shower gel and a lush bath bomb/bubble bar. I received some shower gel for Christmas from my friend, and so I used the 'Spiced Cinnamon.' It gives off such a strong smell but definitely smells of Christmas...

I then got a load of bath bombs for my birthday recently and one of them was the 'Candy Mountain bubble bar.' It's quite sickly but creates lots of bubbles making you all smooth and relaxed.

Lastly, I like to end my Christmas Eve by getting into my cosy pyjamas and watching a Christmas film. This year my favourite has to be 'Nativity' as it is so funny and interesting. However another traditional Christmas film is 'The Snowman.'

Hope you have a great Christmas and that you get what you want and have lots of fun.

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x

Christmas Ideas?

Hey Guys!

I wasn't quite sure what to write about today, but I thought maybe something short and cute would be a good idea. In the end, I decided I would go for a quote, but this isn't just an ordinary quote, it's one that needs a bit of thinking about!

This is more of a wordle, however I think it was an interesting on to talk about. Not only does it remind people of Christmas, but it also shows what goes on. It puts across a thought of how many feelings can be put across at Christmas, however people don't always think about these.

You would think that people would think of presents, however these are other happy things that are left behind. Just think, are you bringing joy at Christmas through your family or hugs and kisses.

One to think about!

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x

Photo Booth Frenzy

Hey Guys!

So it was my birthday at the weekend and I had a party with all my friends. I decided that I had too many to have a sleepover, so in the end I opted for a movie theme. One of the things we did was have a photo booth. I am going to tell you the steps to create the best photo booth for any occasion.

Firstly you need to create a backdrop. We just used a bed sheet that was dark so that our faces could be seen. Any colour will do however we went for red.

Another thing you can do is get a big frame. We bought a set that came with a frame and props that we put on card and held. A frame can really add effect to the picture and bring out the fun in what you are doing.

Lastly is the props. What would a photo booth be without props?? Glasses on sticks, wigs you name it anything will work! Buy some sticks and card and even make your own?! You can buy wigs and props from pretty much anywhere. Get creative!

However you do it is up to you. Just have fun...

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x

Christmas Present Ideas

Hey Guys!

It's December! How exciting is that? Even more so because it's my birthday in 3 days too!! So Christmas is rapidly approaching and everyone is rushing to get presents, especially for their friends.

Here are a few cheap and cute easy ideas that you can do or get for your friends...

1) Secret Santa

This is always a fun one and is always a great idea if you have a large group of friends. There are many things you can get such as chocolate, however more fun and unique ideas are better. Maybe some Christmas puppets or some glasses? The choice is yours. Go creative and wild...

2) Chocolate

Now who doesn't like chocolate? This is really easy to find and a wide range can be bought and shared. How about adding some chocolate to a cute little present like a nail polish or maybe doing a chocolate bundle!

3) Something your own

This way it is unique and special to the person. You can make anything from cookies to a tree decoration. Make your presents you. There are many ideas you can get from Pinterest or Instagram. Get the ideas spilling and have fun.

4) Christmas cards

Even just a little card can show your apreciation at Christmas. Maybe even make your own and add a personalised style or add a secret chocolate coin inside!!

Hope these give you some ideas on what you can get your friends this Christmas.

Have a great week...

Imagine Creativeness

Emily x