• A little bit about food choices, and about being conscious of the food which enters your system.
• Here’s some photos of Tolly doing some arial dancing. Isn’t she amazing?
• A humorous and oh-so-true take on the post-break-up haircut.
• I want her wardrobe.
• This too shall pass.
• We all have off days and it’s okay to feel unhappy sometimes.
• On NOT being an object.
• Fantastic post on staying inspired.
• I have to try this! Chalking your hair.
• Our solar system: amazing use of CSS3 (only on Chrome and Safari)

• On flexibility.
• THIS is what’s possible.
• I love The Dame even more after she wrote about why she is her own boss.
• Why you need to learn how to use your professional camera: YES.
• 12 things learned while travelling.
• Lady Smaggle teaches us how to walk in heels.
• Ever wondered what high schoolers wore in the 1960s?
• Things you need in order to stay happy.
• Why do all the couples on TV hate each other?
• Amanda Palmer finally talks about her marriage to Neil Gaiman.
• How to get your spark back.
• Sal has some things to confess…
• 48 things to be grateful for.
• Do you know what everyone’s greatest fear is?
• Be kind online.
• Five tips for a better blog.

• Malta ranked as the most charitable country in the world. However, Ramona has a few choice words about this, and I really do find myself agreeing with her.
• Natty shows some pages from her journals which have been hiding away from view. Aren’t they gorgeous? I wish I were this creative.
• Amy shares the most important thing she learned this year.
• The NY Times invited its readers to contribute a photograph of people they loved who passed away this year. Quite sad but also very heartwarming.
• Happiness is a skill worth developing.
• Making dreams come true: a 2011 report.
• Sui wants the world to end in 2012.
• Is it time to create a new you? Here’s how you do it.
• So many colours!
• Ever wondered how photographers really spent their time?
• A showcase for design students!
• Winners of the National Geographic photo contest.
• When you hit 28 or 30. A must read.
• 65 ways to drive more traffic to your blog.
• Hannah shares some of the things she learnt in 2011.

• I love this interview with Elle, who has synaesthesia, because I do too! And it’s so great to read other people’s experiences with it.
• Kara discusses her reason for being a feminist.
• I’m really interested in mindful eating and try to practise it whenever I can, so I love this post by Amy.
• How to look good even if you’re running late. Which is good because I’m always running late.
• I can’t remember whether I’ve posted these before but they definitely deserve a second viewing. I want them all.
• I love this tutorial for glittery candle holders. So festive!
• You cannot save people – this really struck a chord in me.
• “Headscarves are a piece of fabric” says Allison. How do you feel about this issue?

• How gorgeous are these drawings of ‘real life’ Disney princesses?
• My own handwriting as a font? YES, PLEASE!
• Dena went a whole month without alcohol: here are the results.
• Don’t you love these eco-friendly gift-wrapping ideas?
• Here’s some vintage but very topical Yes & Yes: DIY gift ideas!
• Can you help a fellow human out?
• Does liquid liner make you nervous? This is genius.
• After watching this video I can’t wait to see the photos from the Bleubird wedding day!
• I need this skirt.
• These really cracked me up: the 56 best/worst analogies written by high school students.
• My girl Halley has some good advice on how to heave a meaningful Christmas.
• Mark writes about why he didn’t go buscading and I tend to agree with him.

• Reuben recounts his experiences of being a man who knits. This blog also runs a great series called ‘Reclaim‘.
• These made me giggle: Beyonce’s songs re-imagined as undergrad gender studies theses.
• Marthe talks inspiration.
• Autumn on failure and the contradiction of beauty.
• Danielle talks about the importance of respecting your own abilities.
• Sarah on supporting your favourite bloggers. A must-read.
• Is it sexist to expect women to cook?
• This makes really interesting reading: Why 1 in 10 people is into S&M.
• I NEED these candy lights this Christmas!
• Make gorgeous windchimes out of old cutlery.

Murmuration from Sophie Windsor Clive on Vimeo.

• Are you a writer? Then you definitely need to read Hannah’s post on writing something awful.
• The importance of having an attitude of gratitude.
• Chris Guillebeau on second chances.
• In praise of lo-fi living <3
• Sal offers some advice on power-thrifting.
• On creating a meaningful wardrobe.
• 10 things to do to learn a second language.
• Let it be enough.
• The many layers of pleasure.
• Fonts in use.

• I am absolutely in love with these rings. That’s what my wedding ring will look like if I ever go down that path.
• So apparently NOT having kids can ruin your career because it makes your boss think of you as heartless. Er…
• Do you believe in marriage?
• 20 artists reimagine their childhood drawings. The results are amazing!
• I suffer from CBF as well, so I’d love one of these on my wall.
• Aiming for a healthier Thanksgiving? Here are some great food swaps to try.
• Would you ever consider quitting sugar? These guys all have.
• Sarah goes to the opera as part of her mission to do 33 new things by her 33rd birthday.
• Can you hook somebody up? Or maybe you need a hook-up yourself? Click here!
• Dooce on embracing pain.
• Sal on how to pick out the right coat for you and your outfit.
• Mark on the stupidest parts of the census.
• Thoughts on a word: Ugly.
• Healthy is not enough: For all of the positivity and charm of self help books, there is no step by step guide to loving yourself. Take a bath! the Internet tells me when I am feeling bad, as if I will dip in the tub and emerge with perfect hip bones. Develop a mantra. Kiss yourself in the mirror. Certainly, improving my mood helps, but there is no revolution in my heart. It seems like instead of true self love, we are just aiming for cheering ourselves up and pulling us into tomorrow.
• This really, really touched me: Halley’s mother passed away last Saturday. I cried when I read the news. However, Halley has decided to turn all the SOS postcards which people from all over the world sent her mother via the internet into a book. Halley, you are amazing <3

• Ever wondered what Disney princesses would look like if their costumes were a little more historically accurate? You’re welcome.
• Here’s some foods you can swap for healthier breakfasts.
• Just in case, you hadn’t had enough of spooky things, here’s some urban legends which just happen to be true.
• On cultural appropriation and racist costumes.
• Have you read this yet? It’s Mona Simpson’s eulogy for her brother, Steve Jobs.
• Hannah blogs about our weekend and our pups.
• Can you believe Sarah Von only uses three makeup items and looks THAT good? (BTW, I use Benetint myself and absolutely LOVE it as well.)
• This breakup guide for those who suffer great amounts of sadness at the loss of love broke my heart but also had me nodding along. A must-read.
• Sal on happy body changes.
• I love this selection of poster art from the Occupy movement.
• How to make friends when you’re travelling solo.
• Sui discussed the difference between knowing what you want and wallowing.
• Sarah Wilson’s fresh technique for working out your values.

• Allison shares some wisdom about picking out a good neighbourhood.
• Amy’s thoughts on teaching, one year on.
• How to be kind when the answer is no. Once again, Alex is spot on.
• 25 ways you can be a be a better person today.
• Soft drinks from around the world. I am chuffed to bits that they mentioned Kinnie which, for the record, I LOVE. Especially when it’s accompanied by Hobz biz-Zejt or pastizzi.
• How to make a dream come true in 30 days.
• Here’s a bit on Michael D – Ireland’s new president elect.
• Here’s Lady Smaggle on how to take care of curly hair so that it’s curly and frizz-free.
• Gala’s tips for keeping calm in a world full of crazy.
• Why are women’s costume options in Halloween limited to things which are sexy? Here’s some ideas for costumes (for next year).
• Why you should think twice before you praise somebody for losing weight.