Not Only Polka Dots desktop calendar
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12 Days of Christmas #1: Not Only Polka Dots calendar [sponsored]

Today I'm kicking off my 12 Days of Christmas giveaways. That's right, after the success of last year's bumper giveaway, I've decided to host a whole series of them, giving more of you the chance to win. And I'm so excited to share some of my favourite brands with you. Over the next 12 days,… Continue reading 12 Days of Christmas #1: Not Only Polka Dots calendar [sponsored]

25% off at Busy B December 2017
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25% off Busy B all through December

I never need an excuse to buy stationery. I've already got a lifetime supply of pens and notebooks but you can never have too many. I've even started building up a stash of irresistible sale items to store for gifts and swaps. No, you're a nerd! Stationery makes a fantastic gift, especially at this time… Continue reading 25% off Busy B all through December

flowers desktop calendar
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Be beautifully organised in 2018

I'm a sucker for a cute desk accessory but I also understand that space is limited and it can be counter-productive to have too much clutter. Fortunately this beautiful desktop calendar from Bureau Direct is beautiful and compact - a must-have for anyone who likes to keep an organised and inspiring desk space. Good Morning… Continue reading Be beautifully organised in 2018

best of the sales christmas 2016
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Best of the sales

Whenever I was given money for Christmas as a child I was straight in town on Boxing Day to spend it. Now I spend hours perusing the sales on my fave websites in order to make the most informed decision. There's so much to choose from! Check out my highlights below. Te and macaroons dress,… Continue reading Best of the sales

2016 christmas gift guide for bloggers
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2016 Christmas Gift Guide: For Bloggers

The more I think about it, the more I think we bloggers are the easiest people in the world to shop for. Just wrap up something rose gold or with a white marble effect and we're happy, right? Well, we don't all go for all of the trends but you can usually play it safe… Continue reading 2016 Christmas Gift Guide: For Bloggers

ten of the best calendars and planners 2016
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Getting organised for 2016: Ten of the best calendars and planners

One of the best things about a new year is buying a new diary. It's like starting a new notebook but extra special as it only happens once a year. Problem is, I have an awesome Busy B mid-year diary, so it's gonna take something pretty special to make me ditch my beloved. One of… Continue reading Getting organised for 2016: Ten of the best calendars and planners

nordic nights from paperchase
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New favourite Paperchase range: Nordic Nights

Paperchase is one of my favourite stores but the nearest one is a two-hour train journey away. Boo hiss. You can't beat walking around the store and grabbing arms full of stock, but I make do with the website and try and remember to check in from time to time. I love the Nordic Nights… Continue reading New favourite Paperchase range: Nordic Nights

new stationery finds
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National Stationery Week: World Stationery Day

In honour of World Stationery Day, arguably one of the best days of the year, I thought I'd share with you some of my recent finds. Dough-Notes, £9.90, Quill London Sticky notes, £6.00, Caroline Gardner Desktop notepad, £7.40, Fox & Star Letter rack, £28.00, Anthropologie Notebook, £17.95, Selfridges USB hub, £7.50, V&A Desktop calendar, £3.99,… Continue reading National Stationery Week: World Stationery Day