Julia Hammond

Julia Hammond is a Melbourne-based freelance writer who has worked with major brands and blogs from The Urban List to MyDeal.com.au. You can find her online at LeftHandScribbler.com.

Realistic saving tips for 20-somethings

How many times in your 20's did you find yourself on your last $50 scraping the barrel till payday? Looking…

Make your home look expensive without breaking the bank!

We all love the idea of living in a home that is fully decked out in the coolest décor and…

Do you have screen-addicted teens? Here’s 8 tips to combat it

We’ve all seen it from the dining tables to lounge rooms, to restaurants. Meal and family times are supposed to…

5 features of Scandinavian design to use in your home

It’s been a trend in interior design for longer than we’ve known about IKEA. So how do you master this…

How to apply makeup like a pro

Want to look as good as Meghan Markle did on her wedding day? Genetics aside, there’s some tips and tricks…

The essential checklist for travelling overseas

Practice makes perfect in more ways than one, including learning to travel overseas. From long-haul flights to insurance fine print…

Space-saving hacks for a small apartment

Apartment living is on the rise but making the swap to a smaller abode is trickier than it looks. So…

The best Autumn/Winter fashion trends for 2018

With sunlight decreasing and grey skies moving in, it’s safe to say Autumn is in full swing. To keep you…

Make home cooking more enjoyable

From My Kitchen Rules to Masterchef, we’re surrounded by great cooking most of the year. Rather than shy away from…

Interesting household uses for alcohol

Want shinier hair? More artistic nails? How about guaranteed flaky pie crusts? Spirits, beer and even champagne can be used…

A brief history of makeup: From ancient times to today

Few women leave their house anymore without a touch of makeup to enhance their appearance. Have you ever wondered where…

9 anti-ageing foods for younger looking skin

Let’s face it; no-one likes ageing, which is why we have modern skincare and treatments to fight the signs of…

9 essential items in your travel makeup bag

This guide is for the ladies who don’t usually play around with makeup so wouldn’t know what to pack, and…