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Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Guide

March 25, 2019 By in Fashion, Lifestyle Tags: , , , , , , , , , , 26 Comments

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Mother’s Day in the UK is a few days away and many of us are still in search of the perfect gifts. So I thought I should share some more gift ideas just incase you are still in search for some Mother”s Day Gift shopping inspiration.

 

 

Ellis James Black Travel Jewellery Keeper

 

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I really like this Ellis James Travel Jewellry Keeper. It comes in Black, Cream and Grey. I have the black version and I really like it. It is a great little gift. Perfect for keeping your  jewellery safe while on holiday. I like that there are enough spaces for earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other little pieces of jewellery.

 

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This little bag is water-resistant and padded for protection. It will make an excellent gift this Mother’s Day. What do you think?

 

Ellis James Black Tall Cosmetic Bag

 

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This Black Tall Cosmetic Bag also by Elis James is another great Mother’s Day gift idea. I love the size. It will be very handy for overnight trips, weekends away and when going on holidays in general. It can also be used to store your cosmetics at home. I like the different compartments. It stores bottles upright thanks to the tall design ( Dimensions: 10.25 W x 7.25 L x 7.0 D inches).

 

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This Ellis James Cosmetic Bag is also padded for protection and water-resistant. What do you think of it?

 

 

Ambielly Cotton Socks Thermal Socks Adult Unisex Socks

 

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Socks are not only great for Father’s Day, Mums can receive them as gifts as well. These Ambielly Cotton Socks Thermal Socks Adult Unisex Socks are great for those on a budget. And with the amazing review on Amazon, you can tell the socks are great quality. They look fab, I love the colourful designs. Good to know they are unisex too! Always nice to be able to share some pieces of clothing with your other half. 

 

 

Vans Women’s Ward Canvas Low-Top Sneakers

 

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I am a fan of the Vans brand. Their shoes are always so cool. This Vans Women’s Ward Canvas Low-Top Sneakers would make a lovely gift this Mother’s Day. I love the soft pink shade and simple design.  It comes in 3 other colours as well – Black, Red and Multi-colour. 

 

 

Mummy Shark T-shirt

 

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This Mummy Shark T-shirt would make a lovely Mother’s Day gift. The whole Mummy Shark trend has made this shirt a desirable option. It comes in different colours – Navy Blue, Royal Blue, Black, Dark Heather, and Asphalt.

 

What do you think of these gift ideas? Are you all sorted for Mother’s Day gifts?

How to grow your social media 30 minutes a day

March 16, 2019 By in Blogging Tips Tags: , , , , , , , , 18 Comments

As an online entrepreneur, I pay attention to my social media platforms more than your average person. I like to have an account on the most popular social media platforms, and I am quite active on a couple. Social media is my bread and butter, so growing my following is important to me. Having said, I am not able to dedicate as many hours in a day to build my social media following as I would like. So I had to think outside the box. I am quite impressed with how I have grown my social media platforms but there is still room to grow, and I plan to increase my following significantly before the end of this year.

 

 

 

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How to grow your social media 30 minutes a day

So how do I grow my social media 30 minutes a day? Here are some things I do, you may find them helpful too!

 

Scheduling Tweets

I schedule my tweets on Buffer everyday. It usually takes me about 10 minutes to get this done. I always have my tweets ready in my head so I don’t  over think the process too much. Also, I am always manually tweeting when I get the time so my whole feed is automated. But being to schedule my tweets does help me grow my following massively. Using the right hashtags and images also help my tweets get some engagement. Plus Twitter is all about chitchat so I make sure I engaged with others everyday.

 

Facebook Promotion

I spend a few minutes a day on Facebook creating stories, replying comments and resharing relevant posts from other pages and creating ads. It takes me about 10 minutes to get all these done on Facebook. I also go in and out of the Facebook app on my iPhone as often as I can in the day, but I make sure I dedicate 10 minutes a day to get my promotional stuff done. Facebook reach can be tricky to get up but sharing your new blog posts in relevant groups does help.

 

Instagram

Now on Instagram, I spend a bit more time because I am seriously trying to go my following on it. I spend around 20 minutes a day creating stories, posting shots/captions, replying comments, liking and commenting on photos and researching hashtags. Instagram is such a competitive platform but I try to do me on there as much as possible. I make sure I don’t spend too much time on the platform though, as it is so easy to get carried away checking profiles out.

 

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Pinterest

I have fallen in love with Pinterest and I now spend around 10minutes a day pinning. Pinterest is an interesting social media platform and I love the fact that I have noticed a spike in my monthly unique and engaged viewers. My following is also gradually increasing on there and I am loving it. Plus it is so easy to manage once you know what you are doing. I always go in and out throughout the day on my iPhone and I pin as much as I can outside of the 10 minutes I dedicate everyday.

 

You don’t have to spend hours working on your social media platforms. Just start with a couple of minutes every day on each platform and see how you get on. It is more about consistency than the amount of time you spend. You doing the same thing everyday for a week will mean more than you spending hours on a platform on 1 day and not do anything else on it for a week. Consistency leads to growth on social media, so don’t give up!

 

How do you grow your social media platforms? Do you have any tried or tested tip to share?

5 Commercial Kitchen Must Haves

February 12, 2019 By in Lifestyle Tags: , , , , 9 Comments

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A commercial kitchen must have all the equipment available to prepare a variety of meals. The choice of this equipment should depend on the object of the kitchen and the goals to be met. If the business cannot afford to buy the equipment, lease them to make the kitchen functional. Good kitchen equipment should give the desired results every time they are used. They should slot in seamlessly in the chef’s operations. The equipment should be energy-efficient and give consistent results. The following are the most important equipment the kitchen must have.

 

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  1. Commercial Microwave

Commercial Microwaves may not be large, but they are fundamental in ensuring efficiency in the kitchen. They perform peripheral jobs which make a big difference when serving food. I like that commercial microwaves allow the chefs to heat, steam and serve food without wasting time. They add versatility to the kitchen and enhance cooking capabilities. In some cases, they act as backups for the ovens.

 

  1. Combi Oven

They combine multiple cooking equipment into a single unit. The unit can be used for grilling, baking, roasting and even steaming. It can also be used for deep or shallow frying. The modern oven is made to guarantee consistency in the result of any cooking process. It can simplify a complicated cooking procedure but give consistent results. Having this equipment in the kitchen is like having an additional chef.

 

  1. Commercial Fryer

The equipment is designed to help the chef create delicious dishes without straining. It is fun to use it to prepare meals. The fryers come in different sizes and power. Your budget should help you choose the best commercial fryer for your kitchen. Note that the new fryers come with oil filtration systems that help to extend the life of the oil. It helps you to save money.

 

  1. The Commercial Grill

It is used where an oven cannot be used to cook food. Commercial grills have become common in modern restaurants. It is used to prepare delicious meats. With this equipment, chefs can add flair to plates. It helps to transform an ordinary commercial kitchen into a high-tech one.  A good commercial grill will give your food a branded finish. Modern grills are versatile and can be used to prepare a variety of menu. They can be used to prepare meat, delicate fish and vegetables.

 

  1. Commercial Kitchen Freezers

Their main job is to remove heat from food and preserve it. It is true that the chef may not cook all the food bought. He may need to preserve and cook it the following day. Here, a commercial freezer comes in handy. It reduces the chances of throwing away food which is essential when cutting down on costs.

We have many more equipment commercial kitchens must have.  But with these 5 pieces of equipment, you can be sure to deliver on all the promises you make. Of course, the quality of the equipment will depend on your budget. Ensure that you only buy pieces of equipment that have been tested in commercial kitchens. If you can’t afford kitchen equipment at the moment, consider hiring them. For more information, go to kitchenfaucets.reviews.

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