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My first guest blog posts…both on the same day

My first guest blog posts…both on the same day

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Isn’t it funny how that in life, it’s sometimes all or nothing?  Well, yesterday, I entered the world of guest blogging and both posts coincidentally were published on the same day!

Heart Home

First off was a post for Heart Home magazine’s blog.  You may remember that I featured this on-line publication in a post back in September when they launched.

It’s a quarterly magazine celebrating all that is unique and good about interior decor and lifestyle.  They champion independent British designers and aim to inspire readers to create their own great British homes.… Read more

How to make sure you don’t miss new posts from your favourite blogs

How to make sure you don’t miss new posts from your favourite blogs

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I hope you’re having a lovely Bank Holiday weekend.  Today’s post came about from speaking to a lady last week who currently reads my blog via Twitter, where I post links of each new post I write.

She asked my advice on the best way to read blogs as she said that sometimes, she’ll look at a blog post via a Twitter link, find the blog interesting but then may not go back to it again, as she’s not sure of how to read blogs regularly.… Read more

Blognic in Regent’s Park in London on a Sunday afternoon

Blognic in Regent’s Park in London on a Sunday afternoon

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Yesterday afternoon, I went along to a blognic in Regent’s Park in London.  And if you’re wondering what a blognic is, well it’s a gathering of bloggers over a picnic.

The rain held off, whilst over 30 of us met up, spread our blankets and spent time chatting about the world of blogging…and sharing hints and tips.

Today’s post features a few photos from the event, kindly organised by Ellie (HomeShoppingSpy) and Lynn (Tea for Joy).

It was lovely to see familiar faces like Kate (The fabric of my life) and Jo (Stylist’s Own) from the dbcollective, and Alexis (Something I Made).… Read more

Stylish Blogger Award…

Stylish Blogger Award…

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I’m delighted to announce that although Flowerona is only in its infancy, I’ve won an award!

Carole from Dear Designer’s, an inspirational interior design blog, nominated me for the ‘Stylish Blogger Award’.  I’m very flattered!

The rules for accepting the award are:

Thank and link back to the person who gave you this award. Share 7 things about yourself. Pay it forward to 15 recently discovered great bloggers.

So, 7 things about me :

1) As well as blogging, I also have my own business as a Virtual Assistant, which I have been running for over 2 years. … Read more