My top five favourites for 2011

The year is nearing an end and what better way to celebrate the high points than with my top five favourite things 2011.

1.   1. Pinterest - This site is like a virtual pin up board where you can place pictures of the things you like. You can pin pictures from almost any website and it gives you and anyone else the link to the site which is good for two reasons - there is no issues with plagiarism, and the link takes you straight to all the relevant information. The site is invite only which means you need to request an invite from the creators OR you can get an invite from a friend already using Pinterest. You can create multiple boards for different categories and it is a wonderful resource if you are planning a birthday or wedding. You really just need to take a look to truly understand. WARNING - you will visit Pinterest just as much as you visit Facebook.  Link - www.pinterest.com

2. Amazon Kindle - I have always been very stubborn when it comes to technology replacing real books, however I have to admit that I have fallen in love with my Kindle (in the last week actually). So it doesn't have that heavenly old/new book smell or pages to wear and tag, but it is portable and you can buy a book anywhere at any time of the day or night. For anyone who likes to read on the go and doesn't want to carry a heavy book this gadget is for you. Another plus is that the Kindle prints each page with e-ink (look it up if you are interested) and therefore it is as easy on the eyes as a real book! Link - www.amazon.com/kindle

3. Adele - At a youthful age of just twenty one this amazing music artist has an old soul and a magnificent voice. Her songs give me a tingle up my spine and make my hair stand on end. She is one to watch for 2012 and I hope her music continues to move us into next year.  Link - http://www.adele.tv/

4. Strawberrynet - I only have praise for this online shopping site. You can find haircare, fragrances, skincare, and make-up from an astonishing number of brands for seriously cheap prices. Also, for everyone in Australia the shipping is free on everything except fragrances. If you didn't need another reason to shop, Strawberrynet have a fantastic loyalty program offering discounts every time you shop! Link - http://au.strawberrynet.com

 5. Typo - As a Uni student I am always looking for ways to brighten up my sometimes never ending days. Though I do not stray from the practical work books and diaries, I do like fun accessories. Typo offers a wonderful range of ' in vogue' office supplies and gift ideas.  My favourite purchases are my floral range of manila folders, magazine holders, and boxes. I also have a couple of accessories in a wonderful pastel blue with birds and filigree. I have to admit a lot of the products are a little too 'out there' for my taste, but it's always fun to find a diamond in the rough. Link – http://typoshop.com.au