Now, I'm not personally participating in Blogmas this year (stay tuned for a post about why!) but there's no reason why I can't still help out my fellow blogging friends who are taking the plunge! Here are my Blogmas post ideas - feel free to use these and tag me in any posts that this list inspires, I'd love to read them!
Beauty Posts
- Winter skincare survival guide - how do you keep the cold from affecting your skin?
- Christmas party makeup look - don the sparkle and share your makeup skills!
- Festive beauty wishlist - what would you love Santa to leave in your stocking?
- Christmas LUSH haul / wishlist - what are your top products? Or if you haven't been shopping, what would you like to try out?
- Top beauty products to give as gifts - tell your readers what to buy for beauty-loving friends and fam!
Lifestyle Posts
- Holiday motivation - how are you going to stay on track over Christmas? This can be related to Blogmas, uni work, or even your exercise regime! Anything!
- How to save money at Christmas time - share how you stick to your budget!
- Christmas playlist - what's playing through your headphones this time of year? Any guilty pleasure tracks?
- Festive days out in your part of the world - what's going on locally to you? Tell us, we might come visit!
- Christmas TV - what are your top picks? Is there something you watch every year?
Festive Posts
- You can do the standard 'for him' and 'for her' gift guides ...
- ... but you can also branch out! Suggest gifts for colleagues, teachers, those awkward family members that you never see but are obliged to buy for!
- What Christmas scented candles are you burning this year? Anything you'd recommend?
- 2016 Yearly Roundup - has it been a good year for you? What did you achieve this year?
- New Year wishes - what would you like to happen next year? Do you have any goals?
Blogging Posts
- Photography tips - how do you take good quality photos in winter when natural light is scarce? Share your advice!
- Blogging equipment wish list - got your eye on a new camera? Or a fancy tripod? Or something made of marble? Send this wish list to your family as a less-than-subtle hint!
- Write about what being a blogger has taught you. Did you learn anything unexpected?
- Send a virtual present to your favourite bloggers - write a post on your top 5 blogs and share the love!
- Lots of bloggers will be accepting brand collaborations at Christmas time, write about what advice you'd give to them!
Creative Posts
- DIY Christmas decorations - show us how you jazz up your bedroom or living room for the big day!
- Make your own Christmas cards - homemade cards are so adorable to receive and they're a really heartfelt gesture! Inspire us with yours!
- Your favourite Christmas recipes - how about whipping up some gingerbread or sharing another popular recipe from your house?
- Creative Christmas wrapping - how do you make your presents look extra special?
- Try out some Christmas crafts inspired by Pinterest - even if it's a total fail, share it with us!
Fashion Posts
- Baby it's cold outside! Show us your favourite layered-up looks!
- A Christmas party look book - what'll you be wearing to your office party?
- Winter outfit staple - pick one key item from your festive wardrobe and show us how you style it in multiple ways!
- Ultimate cold-weather accessories - what keeps you warm and looking stylish?
- Winter fashion trends - what are you loving? What doesn't float your boat? Tell all!
I hope this list helps to inspire you in some way! Are you doing Blogmas this year?
Until next time,
A x
