She's Back

It has been... a while since I last blogged. I haven't been knitting that much lately, and I have been busy with my Masters. Why am I back? Well, actually, I have lost a knitting pattern and I went through my blog to see if I'd taken any photos of the pattern so that I could google it again, and it was on going through it that I remembered how much I love posting on here.

SO.

Self-Confidence is Becoming

Since my absence I have subscribed to a lovely mag called Oh Comely, it is really inspirational and easy to dip in and out of. I read an article this morning about someone who doesn't like alcohol and, despite the pressure from lots of social situations, manages to stick to her guns and is perfectly happy not drinking.

I found this pretty inspirational, not only because I've given up alcohol for lent, but because this woman was perfectly comfortable in her own skin. I think that is really becoming in a person, and a woman does not have to be bolshie or loud in order to be self-confident.

However, I still love a cold G&T with lots of lime....

Style, Please

I have always loved French style. Always. I am reallllly obsessed with Breton tops at the moment though. I have one in my wardrobe, it is a real St. James one, a hand-me-down from Miffy, and I have worn it to death almost. All I seem to do in my moments in between translations is look up Breton tops on eBay, Amazon, Instagram and Pinterest.

They cost money though, and I am trying to save up for 'the real world'.

What Now?

I am now half-way through my Masters degree and have worked out what I really want to do.

1. I want my own dogs.

2. I want to be a translator.

3. I want my own place to live.

In that order, obviously. 

But for now, I have to carry on working hard, applying for jobs, and messing about on Snapchat...

Messin' about in my new beret

Knitspiration #5

 

The title of this post should be sung to the tune of Vonda Shepard's "Sweet Inspiration" (changing the word 'sweet' for 'Swedish'), I have provided a link for those unfamiliar with this song:

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TVQB7oOsJ0

It has been a whole month since I last blogged, this Masters seems to have gotten in the way lately. Today I have assigned some time specifically for this blog, so sit back and enjoy the following Knitspiration post, which is a mixture of Christmassy, Swedish, colours and a pug.

 

 
I love these Swedish colours, they're a bit Christmassy, and they look very snug for this cold snap. I think it's the fact these colours are quite soft, and not bright like a lot of things in fashion lately. I love fashion, don't get me wrong, but I'm starting to find that with highstreet shops copying the big designers, the neon trend is looking a bit... plasticy and cheap lately. These soft colours are refreshing and sweet.

 
The same can be said for this jumper, I love the Christmas feel to it from the reindeer, and I think that softer scoopy neckline would be flattering on most people.
 
 

 

 
Here is a cluster of some more of this inspirational colour scheme (complete with hot blonde babe). I think those Christmas label ideas are stunning, and if you used a stamp then you could rustle a few up in no time. I'm also a big fan of ribbon, I definitely do not have enough in my life.

 

 
These photos are not very big today, so I am clustering them for more interest. Here we have some real Swedish Swedeness:
Beautiful waterside houses in amazing colours, an excellent pair of clogs and a stylish Swedish girl. I love the wholesome feel to these images, I'm feeling inspired for the January sales....

 

And here's the pug, why not?