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What Katie Drew

28th January 2012
So, by now you’ve all seen my new header, right? It was created by the wonderful Katie who In her own words says:
“I’m an illustrator & designer based in NE England.  I was born in Edinburgh and studied animation before choosing to focus on illustration. I’m currently in my third and final year of Illustration & Design at Sunderland University and i’m looking forward to graduating and getting out into the big wide world”

Her work includes these stunning animal creations, including the cutest kitty pet portrait (when we get a new cat, I’m totally commissioning her)

Katie’s talents don’t stop there though…she created these gorgeous pictures for my blog as well as my new header, which I challenged her to do with very vague ideas of what I actually wanted!



This sketch is by Katie’s equally talented friend, Jamie.

Fancy some artwork of your own? Katie has an etsy shop; although currently it is fairly empty, this is going to change, soon!

You can also drop her an e-mail on katiedraws.hello(at)gmail.com with specific requests…she’s really very friendly so don’t be shy!

What do you think? I’ve never been drawn before so it was surreal to see myself in a 2D form. A massive thank you to Katie; I promise not to pester you too much!

xxx

((if you have a talent you’d like to see up on the blog, drop me an e-mail- adaisychaindream(at)googlemail.com))

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Indecision

24th August 2011

Yesterday I started out wanting to wear this Topshop skirt, several combinations later I ended up with this, and remembered how impossible I find this skirt to style. On other people, it looks great and so I’ve reluctantly kept hold of it, hoping…but really, the cut/fit doesn’t work well on me, so if you were looking for this skirt, it’s now on ebay
I have such a love/hate relationship with skirts. Being tall with long legs and a long torso I find it near impossible to find one that sits where it should

And so yesterday I ended up wearing this New Look dress with M&S tights (plus converse). I love these tights but they sadly laddered later in the day. I wonder if M&S still do them? Has anyone seen any two tone polka dot tights about?

In other exciting news, I managed to track down the MUA Heaven and Earth palette! My local superdrug finally got a stock; they only started displaying the pro range just over a week ago but the palettes had been distinctly missing. I want the pastel one too…so pretty and such a bargain price!

My Becca has started a blog too! It took a lot of persuading/bullying but she’s done it! Go over and say hello! she’s a gorgeous girly with lots of insight.

Happy mid-week dolls, half way to the (long) weekend!

xxx

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Friday Friday Friday

15th July 2011

Double joy for it being the end of another working week for me. Four and a half hour shift this morning then I am officially on holiday for a week! I’ve decided against making plans, what I am really craving is some peace, quiet and relaxation. I have grand plans of experimenting with some baking, and playing with my new Slow Cooker (yeah, that’s how exciting my life is)…and of course, there will be the obligatory shopping trip in Bath to round off the week nicely.

As you can see, I still don’t have the hang of my camera settings, but this is what I wore for work yesterday. It was the most beautiful day so loose and cool was on the agenda. These trousers have become a staple of mine and the top is another of those hidden gems that I found lurking away.

Made the most of the weather by having a Birthday picnic tea in the park, as my Trudi turned 24. We’ve been on about a picnic for ages, so abandoned plans of cooking dinner together for lazing in the sunshine and setting the world to rights.
We could have done without the drama of a car being on fire at the top of my road as we made a move home…it was actually really scary. I am terrified of fire! Thankfully the passengers got out safely!

Just a couple of silly pictures to round off with. I am so in love with my vibrant hair colour at the moment; although my white pillow cases beg to differ! I hope the weather holds till later as I have plans with the gorgeous Becca. My two best friends in quick succession? I love life.

Happy Friday all
xxx

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perfect remedy

10th June 2011



So, you know how Wednesday was re-named the day from hell? Thursday was the most perfect remedy. The weather gods smiled on Becca and I and we ventured over to a town near me to explore (well, it was new to Becca). Ignoring the fact I got us super lost on the way home; NEVER expect me to be able to locate anywhere, no matter how many times I have been! It was awesome.

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We shall here-by be known as the “2p slot machine queens”. Fact.

Outfit wise, I pulled out my trusty converse and velvet shorts and teamed them with a rabbit print tee from Uniqlo

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I WAS going to be really brave and go bare legged, but for June…it’s bloody baltic out there!
So tights it was.

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Other than winning our fortune, other highlights included Becca getting told off in the arcade, finding Fanta icy lemon Zero and me teaching Becca how to pose like a blogger!

…back to reality for a day now, before the fun starts all over again; sleepover included!

xxx

P.S. retail therapy totally helps guys, and postage on Bijoux Dolly is now free. Go forth and shop!

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Sunday

05th June 2011

My usual Sunday assortment of happy things!

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The third new pair of shoes! This time courtesy of Zalando, whom I blogged about a couple of weeks ago. These make me feel about five again, I love them! And Shelly’s might just be my new go-to brand for awesome, comfortable shoes!

Worn with

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On Friday. Despite feeling shockingly unwell!

(not such a happy thing!) fingers crossed though, the new anti-biotics are kicking it in to touch and I don’t need to pay a visit to radiology tomorrow.

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My Mum spoils me. I fell in love with *that* dress from Dorothy Perkins, and she surprised me by treating me to it. LOVE.

She is also responsible for the Little Miss Princess book below

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The epic box of Austrian goodies was a wonderful suprise from Miss Fritha.
Cannot wait to get stuck in!
(The green and blacks was a present to myself. Because I’m worth it. Oui?)

Another happy thing?

Best.Friend. Passed her driving test. Watch out world. Trudi is mobile…and I’m going to be her trusty sidekick. I don’t think she realises it yet…but she is going to be my personal driver.

<3 well done Trudi! I also have Thursday off work this week, as my beautiful Becca has a Birthday! Woo, please keep fingers and toes crossed for gorgeous weather…we want a picnic! What’s making you smile this week? xxx

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