UPDATE...

What has the past month brought for me?

So previously I mentioned that I now have a job... It has been hectic. The balance between working, having a social life as well as doing the things that make me happy has been pretty off...

With the unpredictable season of good will, it is so hard to predict the shifts I will have at work and yes it has been so difficult and stressful with the excitement of draining 10-12 hour shifts, which may I add, are not in short supply for me at the moment -.-

In addition, it is difficult finding time to write and continue my interest in literature. I started writing a 1940's American Gangster screenplay, but as predicted it hasn't progressed past three pages due to other commitments. I have also found it tasking trying to fit in exercise around my shifts. With the addition of added exhausting and evenings becoming dark very quickly, the plot only thickens!

But I think whilst it has been negatively charged recently in terms of work etc, it is always been to remain POSITIVE and only a few days back I found myself questioning what it was I really wanted to do with my life. At the moment, It's such a blur, when I think I know what it is I want something changes my mind and I find myself in many dilemmas in which i struggle to comprehend. Someone at work only recently told me that it is always best to positive because what else can you be? You can find something positive in every negative situation believe it or not and I know that whatever is bothering me now will be laughable in a few months/ years time. 

I think reconnecting with friends and engaging in things I love is the best way to combat the stress of many situations. So this week I reconnected with someone who I have always really appreciated. Someone who I have always felt blessed to have as a friend. I think the feeling of reconnecting with someone is so special because it makes you realize just how much you value them. It makes you realize just how much they mean to you and suddenly it had me understanding that despite how busy you feel you are, you always have time for the friends that are close to you. You always have time for friendships that you know will last and time to rekindle relationships that are worth rekindling. What better time of the year than the season of good will, too much food and good alcohol! 

Anyhow enough of the serious stuff... So what's hot this week for me? I'll tell you what's hot, The Weeknd's new album Beauty Behind The Madness. It is quite literally the definition of insanity and it's an extremely sexy album, with the inclusion of Ed Sheeran, Lana Del Ray and other artists, it is very easy to see how The Weeknd makes this album pure SEX. His voice is incredible, with a Michael Jackson undertone, if there was an opportunity for the king of pop and this particular talented individual to collab, it would be amazing. It would truly be something special. I think The Weeknd manages to achieve something so special within this album, the songs are chill, but effectively beautiful upon the ear and I may as well admit it now, I cannot stop listening to it. Whether its during a run or on the way to work, the number of times I have listened to In The Night regularly increases. I AM ADDICTED TO THE WEEKND, IT'S TRUE.

If you haven't already given it a listen then you should. RIGHT NOW. 

Now I have to mention clothes right now, because I brought a stunning black and white shaggy fur coat and I believe I am in love. WITH A COAT, YES A COAT. It is so beautiful and with a £17 price tag from DEPOP APP, I could not pass on that coat. It is quite possibly the best clothing purchase I have made, perhaps after the recent Topshop jumpsuit I brought. With red lipstick, a black casual dress, tights and a pair of vintage black platforms, this coat is literally insane. I can't stop wearing it as you can see below, it has made it onto my twitter dp...and as its getting colder, I mean why should I! Although  now I have one fur coat, the temptation to buy another is always there. They just seem to never really go out of fashion, and personally I think they can be dressed down, dressed up but in a short summary they will always be a favourite item of clothing for me...

I know I did promise some artwork, graphic pieces and some writing on my blog and I have to apologise for the extremely slack approach to this. I have really, really, really wanted to post some of my stuff, but being honestly with you I have found it hard to even sit down and take five minutes to step into a creative mindset. So, since I have been so slack and distant on the creative front, I feel I need to set goals for myself. So starting from January 1st, I will be posting a personal piece of writing or artwork on my blog once a week, because as a writer I fear permanent writers blog will set in soon enough and I simply cannot succumb to such a thing! So please please please look out for regular posts coming from January 2016! For now though, I will leave you with this small motivation, I will bear it in mind and use it when thinking about what I want for me in the future...

" People don't succeed because they're lucky. They succeed because they set goals and work towards those goals. They plan for success"

2016 will be the year of success for me, whether it be a small or big success, I will work towards the success of being the writer I've always wanted to be. FOR ME. SET GOALS, SMASH THE GOALS.

Hannah x

Onwards and Upwards...

Firstly, I GRADUATED AND IT WAS AMAZING! To finally receive the official copy of my degree was the strangest and most surreal feeling. The atmosphere surrounding the graduates was immense and I can honestly say it was overwhelming to the point where three whole, eventful to say the least, years flashed beyond my eyes! 

Recently, I've been thinking about a few things, talking to a few people and assessing a few situations/ events. I feel as though a lot of things have reached the end of their shelf life and are in fact ready to be thrown out. When something becomes part of your life its hard to change routine and especially hard to change those in your life, who you thought would stick around. But sometimes in life people turn out to be something other than you believe they are, It easy to become naive to the personality of somebody, their characteristics and their routines, because 9 times out of ten the love you thought you felt blinds you to their imperfections. But I believe everyone comes into your life for one reason, whether its to show you something important, help you to make a decision or to guide you down a specific pathway. 

This way please...-------->

Just a little though/ updatin' cause why not...

So recently there's been a lot of change in and around my life, and I just wanted to talk about a few things, share some thoughts of mine and just in general update the world...

So I got a job, finally! It seemed to prove impossible in the last few months but hey I got there in the end! Admittedly, it's not really what I profess to be doing 2,3,4 years down the line, but it's all about stepping on those stones towards greatness and getting the experience! Who cares if it's not my ideal job at the moment?! I never expected to graduate from University with a ticket straight into writing for a magazine or getting the job I've always wanted. I knew it was gonna be hard straight outta Uni! It's a bit like when you let a puppy explore the world for the first time. It's strange and daunting for them and they have to get their bearings before they can grow into a fierce kinda dog. And that's exactly what it's like for me right now. 

What does an English Literature graduate do with their spare time you may ask? Well a while back I applied to a freelance writing website in the hope of signing up to write articles for clients/ websites for a bit of money on the side, as well as the experience and enjoyment. Today, I got an email back from one website in particular stating that my CV looks positive and that I will be required to take tests before they accept me on board to write articles/proofread etc and this made me kinda excited. I understand I haven't actually been accepted yet but what have I really got to lose eh? It would really be a step in the right direction towards a writing career. Whilst working my new job that I'll be starting on Friday, I could for sure be freelance writing in the background, putting my name and my writing skills out into the big wide world. That for certain is an exciting but scary thought! 

As I mentioned in a previous post, I want to post some designs etc on here, and recently I've been planning to use some material I have spare to make an item of clothing... I'm not 100 percent sure what it's even going to be as yet, but I'm excited to get drawing, designing and making! I will for sure post my designs and ideas as well as final outcome pictures on my blog so you lovely people can see how it's going/went.

But for now, thank for you sharing a moment with me and my thoughts! 

Hannah x

I'M BACK!!!!

Hey, Hi, Hello...

So I know I haven't been around or posted in a while due to a lot of things happening but I'm back and I'm gonna tell you all about whats been happening, ideas and the plans I have...

So the job hunt is still at large, as you know I am a graduate and now the struggle to find a job is so so real. In fact its been about three months so far and only 3 interviews, but I guess that's life after Uni! So that's that!

Thinking about the past few weeks/ month, its been difficult for many reasons but I'm focusing on the positives.Firstly, I know it's all ideas etc etc but I managed to transfer an idea I had in my head to material and create something that I really thought was a great start out piece! I will be posting it here so keep your eyes peeled...

In terms of what I've been doing in my spare time... There have been a lot of ideas. I mean a LOT. I'm thinking of starting my own graphic online blog and just posting pieces I've drawn and created on there. I've always wanted to show off some of my drawings and personal designs so that is something that could possibly be happening. Another idea I've had is more designing, loads and loads more! I've recently been inspired by fashion a lot more. I wanna create designs mixing clothes and patterns from the 50's/60's with modern styles we see on runways today! I'm not saying anything will come of my ideas but its a start! I wanna post pictures and montages on here along with descriptions and continue with my favorite fashions but including more vintage type pieces!

SOOOOOOOOO... With that all said, I'm excited to be posting again and you should definitely keep your eyes peeled for some new posts in the next few days!

Hannah x

Hi, Hello, Hey...

I'm Hannah, I'm 22 and a University Graduate... And that's me above...SEE LOOK! THERE'S ME!

Your'e probably thinking who the hell am I and what do I want with Blogger? Why am I here? 

Well I've got a few secrets to let you in on...

So I like fashion and I like designing things too and what better way than to combine both? Stick with me, it will all becoming clear soon...ish.

Over the fast few weeks I've become obsessed with designing and putting my creative mind to use through patterns and images I've seen floating around in my head. I love love love to write but I think fashion has always been a stepping stone I have wished to step upon for many years now. In fact, If I were to combine writing and fashion I would absolutely love a job writing for a magazine or something very similar. I'm a very arty/ creative/ imaginative person and I can see just how things work in my head. If I close my eyes I can imagine all sorts of pictures and situations and this has helped me significantly through my university degree whilst writing pieces where I would need to use all the creation inside my head. 

I want this blog to be almost an ideas pages/ design display of all the things I've been doing so you can see the extend of my thoughts. For me, this is a step towards getting something of mine noticed and even if they don't get anywhere, then at least I have shown the world my hidden talents!

Finally, throughout my degree, I had thought about writing up some pieces I have done in the past and sharing them with other people... So this blog will include a few of those, but I'll be careful to select the right ones for your eyes! 

So with all this in mind, Take a look at all the stuff I'll be posting on Blogger, and if you like it comment! Simply tell me what you think! and even if you don't comment still! Hey criticism can be very helpful! as long as its moderately nice! 

Oh and I promise, if you don't feel like you've really got to know me as yet and who I am, that will all be clear sooner or later. I feel like my personality and personal life is better off left unsaid. Instead my creations, writing and general posts should be able to show you best the real me! 

That was my first Blogger post, which was a little scary but I've done it and now I think you're ready to venture into the world of my creatively bespoke mind...

Hannah x