Friends Who Blog

I'll be the first to admit that I'm not very good at remembering to give credit where credit is due, so today my blog post is all about others and their blogging talents. So without further adieu, let me be unselfish and introduce you to:

As Snug as a Bug in a Rug

As Snug as a Bug in a Rug is run by a friend I've known for over 17 years. We met through Girl Guides Australia (which meant a lot in my life) and found out that we were at the same primary school at the time and in the same grade. Although our friendship groups were always different throughout primary school and high school, we have always kept in touch and remained close friends, which means a lot to me.

My friend's blog is about issues that are close to the heart with motherhood and caring for a young toddler, in addition to DIY projects and selflessly helping others. I have a lot of admiration for this girl and hope you find you do too. 

Handmade by Gem

Handmade by Gem is run by a workmate I had when I lived and worked in London (back in 2005). I believe we have actually become closer since I left the UK, as we discovered we both had a passion for crafting in our spare time, Gem's just a lot better at finding time for it than I am. Although, this may change with the recent announcement that she's expecting - a huge congratulations must be given!

Gem makes beautifully handcrafted greeting cards (and even enters competitions) and has started to sell them online through her Facebook store. She also dabbles in making jewellery and video projects to show others how to accomplish certain crafting projects. I'm a little in love with her crafting room, as per below.

Mosh Pit Son

Mosh Pit Son is run by a very talented friend, who has a passion for taking amazing photographs in his spare time, particularly of music groups (some of which are extremely well known). Recognition for his photography is growing with magazines such as RAVE publishing his work.

In addition to taking photographs at concerts and upcoming shows, this blogger also takes the time to write reviews of albums. If you've got a minute, please take the time to check out his tumblr here and his beautiful photos.  

Style from the Suburban Intellect

 
Last but definitely by no means least (all in alphabetical order I'm afraid) is Style from the Suburban Intellect. This blog is run by friends B and Jane. Whilst I went to high school with these ladies, we ran in different groups and it wasn't until after high school that we discovered a closeness, due to similar interests and common friends. I now can't envision my friendship group without them - it's funny how things change but in a good way.

Style from the Suburban Intellect began as an online space for the girls to review books but has since grown to be a blog you'd visit to find information about fashion finds, handmade items, television/movie/book reviews, events, places to visit in Brisbane and light entertainment. The girls also publish their opinions about issues of a serious nature to them. It's really a great all-rounder blog, one which my blog should aspire to.    

Introducing Entwined Happiness

Welcome to my new blog, Entwined Happiness.

This blog rises from the ashes of previous failed attempts at blogging. It is my hope that this blog will NOT follow the footsteps of my previous blog but rather raise some issues of interest and intrigue...you MAY even learn a thing or two. However, I do give you due warning that this blog will feature information about me from time to time, so I'm afraid you'll just have to grin and bare that!

I'm not sure if it's a good or bad omen that I'm writing my first post on possibly one of the coldest days Brisbane has had (for this time of year) in 123 years - where did Summer go? Nonetheless, I do think it's appropriate that I'm wearing my favourite pair of flannelette PJ bottoms and typing from my husband's computer. Thanks must go to the virus I had on my laptop and Microsoft, for telling me today that my 30 days were up and Windows 7 and my version was no longer activated, along with my product key. There's 1/2 an hour of my life I won't get back tomorrow on the phone to Windows Customer Support!

To end this post on a positive note, I wanted to introduce you to a company called Made in the Now. They make incredible t-shirts that feature a news item of prominence from that day. My husband's brother-in-law introduced us to the company and I think some of their designs are truly incredible. The only catch is that the t-shirt you view online, is only available for purchase on that particular day. Today's shirt (as featured below) is about the uproar in India over social media screening. I urge you to check them out and have a look at their facebook page here.