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HM Loves Music Roadshow | QueenBeady

Some of you may, or may not know that I work for a really cool company that hires out photo booths and some crazy fun experiential marketing.

This week I got to be part of an event at H&M Leeds Briggate which was in aid of #HMLovesMusicRoadshow. This is all about the music-come-fashion collab, that we see so very often. The edgy range is aimed at the festival goers and the music lovers out there that are inspired by neon colours, short shorts and flowers in your hair! And what’s more Alexander Wang is the muse behind the madness, so you can expect greatness from this amazing collaboration between high end & high street!

Some of you will know that the roadshow hit Coachella in April this year with this announcement, and what an awesome place to let the world know? NB: Remember to buy a coachella ticket for next year!!

So, back to the event in hand; our photo booth looked totally AWESOME! With our props all ready to go we were all ready for action for a full day entertaining the shoppers of Leeds on this gorgeous, sunny Friday.

I invited lots of lovely bloggers to the event to come say “hi” but most of you were working! (WAAAAA!) So not only were we there we had some fun guys from Radio Aire playing the tunes during their DJ sets, discount cards, Manicures & Mini makeovers.

It was so much fun!

So of course, I had to have a go…..

What would the job be if you couldn’t have this much fun?

Rebecca xxx

May 17, 2014
Cocktails & YO1 Festival Kind of Weekend | QueenBeady

Whilst the boys played on the bank holiday for Mr C’s stag do, the girls were going to play too!

It started with my mum putting on a lovely spread for my bridesmaids and close family on the Saturday afternoon/evening so we could get together. It was so lovely to have the ones I love altogether!

I even made a start on our place cards for the wedding. My mum & I made a little bit of bunting with her super cool cutting machine! (She is a serious crafter) She deserved a bunch a flowers for putting up with my hormonal self!

So off we then went to York! My girls I tow and also my little sister which was really nice. We managed to get a table in York Revolution and my friend works there so we enjoyed the cocktails & shots all night (& of course managed a dance!)

Then on the Sunday we enjoyed a trip to YO1 festival at York racecourse which was awesome! We didn’t stay too late as we had had one two many cocktails the night before, but it was definitely a case of “Hair of the Dog”

We saw some good bands and quite frankly danced our little socks off! It got me in the mood for Leeds Festival!!

We also had the most AMAZING pulled pork sandwich & it was quite frankly the coolest food stall I have see!

What have you been doing on your bank holidays?

I don’t now about you, but I can’t wait for the next one?!

Rebecca xxx

May 12, 2014
A Bride-to-Be in Meltdown Mode | QueenBeady

Today: I am currently having a breakdown. A wedding crisis. A Bridezilla moment.

All of the above, I thought I would never have or experience in the run up to the Big Day.

Okay, okay. I am no Saint, but I have always made sure I am humble human being. Never one to brag, to show off about my life, keeping my shit together as much as I possibly can even though I am just about treading water. But today everything in my little life has just dawned on me.

I get married in 41 days. It’s not a significant milestone in the countdown to the big day, in fact the 41st day nearer to our wedding is a completely bizarre date to have a complete meltdown. However, it’s just dawned on me that creating a DIY wedding in a year and a half is very hard. Some of you will be rolling your eyes at this post right now, thinking ”bloody hell what is she whining about?” But truth be told, I can imagine the old me saying EXACTLY the same thing just over a year ago.

The list of things to before the big day is slowly getting longer and the questions seem to keep going unanswered in this mind boggling event that is our wedding day. I seem no closer to working it all out, but the seconds, minutes and hours are ticking away and time is becoming a short supply.

The hairdressers are constantly trying to get more money from, the caterers are meant to be sourcing plates but don’t seem to be keeping us in the loop, the ice cream van is not replying to my questions.

I’d love to hear how some of you previous brides or current brides to be are coping or have coped with pre-wedding stress? Please let me know as I am a Bride slightly tipping the edge and it would be great to hear your hints and tips for keeping shit together!

Rebecca xxx

April 27, 2014
Jessica Jane Illustrations | QueenBeady

Most of you will think I’m biased when I say this but my sister is SUPER TALENTED!. It makes me so jealous when I see her next creation. She just never stops growing when it comes to art. Okay, so I’m gushing like a typical older sister but I genuinely think she is amazing at what she does. Firstly you should check her Facebook page here and see for yourself! She kindly let me grill her!

What inspires you to draw/paint and paint?
My inspiration comes from colourful and weird architectural buildings. I like to turn them into my own quirky style buildings with elements of my own designs within them. I also love to draw desserts, I’m drawn in by their shapes and the forms that they take and the details of the small colourful fruits and decorations on top. I love the simplicity of how I can draw these buildings and desserts and still make them fun, detailed and my own.

What’s your favourite illustration you have created so far?
I don’t have a particular favourite illustration so far, as I love all my work and I have many more to develop. But I would say one of my illustrations that I’m most fond of at the moment is my black and white, Black rock cafe piece. This piece is for my FMP (final major project) for college. I will be producing and illustrating my storyboard on different surfaces such as wood, porcelain teapots, fabric etc.

What is your dream job?
My dream job is to become a professional illustrator, writer and graphic designer. One day I’d love to see my designs on cards, magazines, bags, wallpapers, curtains, fashion, all sorts really!

I’m sure everyone wants to know what your favourite style is, so what is your favourite outfit?
My style is very grunge like, but I have started taking a liking to the bohemian style. My favourite outfit would have to be my Kate Tartan Oversized Smock Dress and my burgundy Maddy Buckled Chunky Ankle Boots. My one accessory that I never leave the house without is my red hand of Fatima bracelet.

Any advice to any aspiring artists out there?
The Advice I would give to any aspiring artists out there from experience is to go to an art college (or any college that studies art), study artists and become inspired by their work and become motivated to be creative. Keep practising your signature style until you realise that the way you draw/paint makes you happy and proud. It does take some time to find your unique style, and it will take years to develop it. But it will be worth it in the end.

So what are you waiting for? – GO SEE HER FACEBOOK PAGE?!

Rebecca xxx

April 14, 2014
Final Day | QueenBeady

Today was my final day in travel. I’ve been in travel since I was 17 & I’m nearly 25 so the last 8 years have been devoted to learning about new destinations and the new cruise ships & aircraft that have entered the market.

It’s going to be weird not being the in the know but now I will be able to afford to go on all these pretty holidays rather than dream about them whilst I sell it to another (very rude or undeserving!) customer. Don’t get me wrong, I have some clients that are now find friends – one whom I affectionately call “Grandad”. So I do have some fond memories

I’ve been thoroughly spoilt by my colleagues today as you can see above. So much pretty for one photo, don’t you think? My favourite sits pretty there, Prosecco! All I can say is NOM NOM!

I’ve had to change careers to better myself & also do something that I’ve never done before (but have never been given the chance!) – so what I’m saying to you all is Never give up (& never look back – Haim quote right there BABY!) Always keep trying. Something will always pop up eventually that will take you by surprise. I realise I’m starting to sound like a condescending life guru right now? So I will shut up.

Rebecca xxx

March 20, 2014