pinterest mood board / one

Things have been quite around these parts recently. I thought there would be so many posts going up these past two weeks since I am currently on an Easter break but I didn't realise just how tired and mentally drained I was, then I got a twenty four hour virus and I did not have the energy to do anything but sleep and eat breakfast cereal for breakfast, lunch and tea [which I didn't, do not worry]. Which leads to me to this post here - my first ever mood board with pretty pictures and style inspiration that I found whilst scrolling through my Pinterest feed. 

So currently my aesthetics include minimal style and basic tees and shirts, black and white photography, an urge to create something beautiful, plants, an obsession with owning my first pair of trousers, loving the delicate look of piercings and platinum blonde hair + finally unique decor prints and hanging light bulbs. 

Follow my Pinterest for more - pinterest.com/avenuechelsea

I have a few ideas on some other posts that I am excited to share with you and today I am hoping to shoot a couple of outfits that I have planned out. Hope you all are doing well, had a lovely Easter and are enjoying your week. 

Chelsea x

twenty sixteen / goals

Since the middle of December I have been thinking about my goals for twenty sixteen. I already had a few ideas in the back of my mind and these past few days I have been thinking about some others things that I want to achieve within the next 365 days of my life. I'm not going to call them resolutions since I believe there is such a negative mindset whenever someone says the words 'new years resolutions.' To me, they are just goals and a simple guideline to becoming the best possible version of yourself. So without further ado, here are my eight goals for twenty sixteen.

01. Take more photos of my life with family + friends

02. Drink more water

03. Read a lot more, my aim is to read at least thirty books this year!

04. Spend less of my time staring at a screen

05. Remember memories with my memory jar

06. Write everything down, my thoughts and what I need to get down

07. Create a routine, personally and for this blog

08. Have a more positive and happier outlook

The reason why I am sharing these goals on here is because I think these is a better chance of me achieving them if I create a whole post dedicated to them and are not written on a piece of paper that will stay inside my notebook. 

Hoping that twenty sixteen has treated you well so far!

Chelsea x

twenty sixteen / a fresh start

Welcome to my first post of twenty sixteen here on Avenue Chelsea. I was really debating on what to post on here to bring in the new year but instead of going out on location and trying to pose for an outfit post awkwardly or attempting a new DIY which will 90% fail, I went back to my roots and decided just to write - since that was the thing that hooked me about this whole blogging thing. 

I have never felt so motivated for the new year until twenty sixteen was headed straight out way. I couldn't wait to get started and finally fulfil things that I wanted to achieve, check a few things off that list...at last. 

Whilst preparing for the new year I thought of a few ideas that I wanted to share with you to help refresh before we jumped too far into January.

01. Have a technology break 

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Youtube...the list of social media goes on and on. So for a day or two, stay offline and don't check your feed or subscriptions. Sometimes it's nice to just have a break from being constantly connected to the online world. A break like this can you leave you feeling fresh and ready for a new start.

02. Create an inspiration board

Right in the centre of my desk I have a board [half cork, half whiteboard]. The whiteboard is great for reminders and keeping me organised, but I wanted to create my own little collection of images on the pin board to keep me inspired and motivated. I gathered my favourite images off Pinterest and printed them out in black and white, glueing them onto white card before cutting them out with a white boarder. I made about twelve but only had space for nine which worked out quite well actually as I can replace them to keep things fresh. 

03. Declutter + reorganise

Getting organised and having a good ol' clear out is one of the best ways to start off the new year on a positive note. I went through my wardrobe, rearranged all my clothes, got rid of a lot and donated some to a charities. I also sorted through my desk drawers and got rid of a lot of paper that had been thrown in there and put pens and pencils back into their places. My old posters in my room were a bit worn and tattered so I took them down and put up some new ones.

04. Write down your thoughts

This is something that I want to do more of in twenty sixteen but writing in one of the best things to do if you need to relax and de-stress. Write down any goals for the day, month or year as well as to do lists of things you need to get done and how your feeling in general. It's a great way to clear your mind and get your thoughts onto paper so you can see them. Plus if you write something down, you are more likely to actually do it. 

05. Have a pamper session

I stayed in on new years eve and wanted to have a pamper night. I put a movie on, applied my face mask and pained my nails. It was just lovely to relax and have some time to myself before I begin my list of things to do and get a productive start to twenty sixteen. 

06. Do something you love

Whether it's taking photos, making things, playing an instrument or watching your favourite film, start off twenty sixteen by doing something that you love. Continue to take time to do it every day or each week. For me, it's reading. I didn't do enough of it last year so this year I really want to read every night which I have been doing so far. Doing something I enjoy helps to stay motivated and inspired, to push myself to new height and appreciate all the good things in life. 

That's all for today. Have an amazing twenty sixteen!

- Chelsea x

diy festive garland

The year has completely flown by and now we find ourselves under a week away from my favourite day that comes around each 365 days - Christmas Day! If your room or any part in your house is looking a bit dull and could use a bit of festive fun sprinkled on it, then I have the perfect DIY for you. Here's how to make your very own Christmas Bunting.

You'll Need:

Scissors, Pencil, Ruler, Eraser

Paint, Sponge Brush

Ribbon, Lace, Letter Stickers

Patterned Paper, Stencils

[ Making the bunting shapes by tracing one I had already cut ]

[ Creating the present bunting. Wrap a piece of ribbon length-wase down the bunting. Wrap another piece across it and twist the end in the middle. Secure with a staple. ]

[Adding the word 'noel' to my bunting ]

[ Using some lace and paint to create an interesting pattern ] 

[ Staple all the bunting flags onto a piece of ribbon ] 

[ All done ]

Basically, I just cut out all my 12 bunting flags and decorated them however I liked. For some I used paint and other I cut out shapes from stencils and patterned paper or even wrapped one up like a present with stripped ribbon. These are just some ideas I had but browsing Pinterest to find other designs you might like to use. I hung my finished line of bunting above my desk using some blue tack. 

I'll have a post going up on Christmas Eve, so I will see you then.

Merry Christmas!!

Much love, Chelsea x

christmas gift ideas / twenty fifteen

It seems every blogger is creating a gift guide this year so I thought I would bring my own collection of ideas to the table since being inspired by so many people sharing their own. I'm covering all different hobbies, personalities and types of people so there is something for everyone in here - from best friends to grandmas. 

Italian Summer Fig Fragrance by The Body Shop

Everyday Super Food by Jamie Oliver

Rubi Sunglasses

ECOYA's French Pear Candle

A5 Leather Journal from Kikki K

Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso

Aesop Hand Cream

Palm Tree Print from Society 6

Noritake's Black Ceramic Mug

Sportsgirl's Prickly Pear Phone Case

Hopefully this year's Christmas gift guide has given you a few ideas for last minute presents. I'm signing off here since this post is a little self explanatory but it was fun to browse around online shops and put this little collage of gift ideas together. 

Much love, Chelsea x

the christmas playlist

For tonight's post, I wanted to share my Christmas playlist that I made on Spotify and have been addicted to listening. All these festive tunes are the only songs that I have been listening too (and dancing a bit too) all November and December. Christmas music is the best way to get into the holiday spirit so have a little listen to my personal selection of holly jolly music.

Much love, Chelsea x

saying hello

Ever since I first thought of the idea of wanting to begin a blog, I have been contemplating how to write up the sentence for my first post (well, it is kind of my first post). A snapping quote or something with an inspirational vibe to motivate me were ideas that first popped into my head but all I could think of lines from my favourite film 'Finding Nemo' by Disney Pixar, but specifically Dory's script. But I played it safe and rethought that idea since I don't usually tend to greet people with "just keeping swimming!" or "quit following me!"

But with that aside, hello. My name is Chelsea, I am 13 years old and live along the south eastern coastline of Australia. I am a dancer, wannabe minimalist, occasional baker, leaner of photograph and design, dreamer of fashion and advocate for a cup of tea a day keep the doctor away. When I am older and am finished with my secondary studies, I would adore to go to university and take a photography or design course and work for a cute store, at a magazine as a stylist or even start up my own little cafe.

A few notes on what I love....

Shops + Cotton On, Kikki K, Country Road, Factorie and Gorman.

Food + Sushi, Tea, Figs and Lemon Meringue Pie.

Reads + frankie Magazine, Humans of New York, it by Alexa Chung and Blogs.

Hobbies + Dance, Photography, Blogging, Exploring and Relaxing.

Music + Gabrielle April, James Bay, Ella Henderson, Montgomery, Lorde, London Grammar and Coldplay.

Enough about me though. Your all here to read my blog so to give you a little preview I am going to be sharing photos from my travels and adventures, outfits I have wearing recently, little bits I have been making. All sorts really. My blog is very much a going to be a place for me to express myself, my opinions and everything I treasure. I hope you enjoy my blog and please feel free to follow me on my social media platforms.

And a big thanks to April who shot these photos for me. A post is coming up soon from our little adventures together and some photos I took of her in a few car parks and alley ways.

Much love, Chelsea x