Brilliant blogs for ladies, by ladies
There are some truly great lady bloggers out there: they travel the world, bake, craft and generally challenge themselves to do awesome things. Here are some of our favourite blogs for ladies, by ladies!
40 Before 30
Join this enthusiastic blogger for her last few countries (although we're sure finishing the challenge won't stop her) and, if you're planning a trip abroad yourself, check out her tips from flying to food to shopping.
We particularly love the photos from her trip to Gambia. She really looked the part dressed in local skirts and headscarves, and she even took lessons in curry-making at a cookery school. Yum!
A Girl Called Jack
It all started when, two years ago, she found herself having to raise her son without being able to afford enough food. If you want somebody who knows how to be frugal, Jack has been there and come out the other side, writing inspiring articles along the way.
We really love her recent charity curry night. Jack cooked up loads of tasty curries and raised £315 for refugees in Syria!
A Sensible Heart
Here she tries her hand at all sorts of things - including baking, DIY, fashion and photography - and her blog is a haven of beauty and peace. Take a look at her outfit posts and interiors shots for a dose of style with a vintage twist.
We especially like her guide to making vanilla scented candles. It only takes a little wax and some essential oils to handmake a gorgeously sweet gift for the person you love.
Becky Bedbug
Check out 'What I Wore' for ideas on creating lovely outfits and sprucing up your wardrobe, or take a look at her 'Tutorials' for great tips about running a blog and organising events.
We really enjoy her adventures around London, including a trip to Harrods where she made friends with a huge cuddly bear!
By The Lock
There's still whale watching and driving lessons to look forward to, all presented with dreamy photography and amusing updates. This blog is perfect if you love pretty design, outdoor adventures and yummy recipes.
We really love her recipe for homemade dog treats. They're shaped like little bones and they certainly went down a treat with her own puppy!
Fitness on Toast
Whether walking, running or lifting weights is your activity of choice, check out Fitness on Toast for tips on all sorts of workouts. There are also loads of great recipes, so you can give your body the fuel it needs after hitting the gym.
We really love her abdominal workout in Central Park, NYC. Well, if you're going to exercise, you may as well do it in an exotic location!
Gin and Crumpets
She has a huge catalogue of mouthwatering recipes and food diaries from her travels, as well as excellent drinks reviews so you can find the right tipple for every meal. Jassy makes her food knowledge accessible and entertaining at Gin and Crumpets.
We particularly love her brownies decorated to look like steaks; they're perfect for meat-lovers and sweet-lovers alike.
Jane Means
This hands-on blogger brings you a world of prettiness, with her pro-tips to make your gifts look simply stunning, yummy recipes and ideas for crafting projects.
We can't get enough of her Valentine's shortbread biscuits, displayed on a cake stand threaded with pink ribbon. Just beautiful!
Mel Wiggins
Check out Fresh Finds Friday to discover new ideas for your home, your wardrobe and and your kitchen. This blog is also brimming with ideas for things to do with your toddler, including days out and handcrafted goodies you can make as a family.
We can't get enough of her watercolour garland - just let your little one loose with the paints, then turn their abstract creations into beautiful bunting for your home.
My Burnt Orange
Feast your eyes on her mouthwatering food photography and helpful tutorial videos, which will encourage you to follow along and make your own shredded beef or tangy chicken curry. Our stomachs are rumbling already.
We just adore her Madila banana bread cupcakes. Not only are they packed with exotic fruits and spices, but you can decorate them to look like peacocks too!
Sunshine Days
This is the place to come for a little daily inspiration, from an upbeat, enthusiastic blogger with style. Follow Kaz's adventures and bring a little dose of sunshine to your life.
We really love her Harry Potter-inspired cupcakes - not only do they look adorable, but they're even flavored like butterbeer!
The Bottom of the Ironing Basket
If you love our capital city, this is the place for you - let Simone show you the best parts of the city and amazing things to do there, such as a trip to the bustling Camden Market. Or check out 'House and Home' for design inspiration from all over the world.
We can't get enough of her home inspiration posts. If she could fill her home with chalkboards and white floorboards, and paint her front door pink, she'd do it in a second!
The Lost Londoner
Take a look at her Alternative London Guide to find all sorts of hidden treasures, from the naturally beautiful Regents Canal to the wonderful world of independent cinemas. With this blog, you'll never be short of something to do in London!
We really love her trip to one of the city's strangest pizza restaurants: it's in a converted double decker bus!
Vagabond Baking
At the moment this nomadic couple are travelling by train to Vietnam, so you'll find plenty of gorgeous travel posts that will have your feet itching in no time.
We adore reading about her adventures in China. The marketplaces of Xi'an look like the perfect place to discover new dishes and dazzle your tastebuds!
Vicky Flip Flop Travels
Shoestring travellers unite! Vicky writes about international music festivals, working abroad and the practicalities of being a travel blogger. She's sure to inspire anyone who's interested in a jetsetting future.
We can't get enough of her travels through Australia. She crammed a lot into her six weeks there, including visiting the zoo and getting up close and personal with a kangaroo!