Archives of Shell | Lifestyle, Arts, Hobbies, and Gaming

if you love matcha, have friends who do, or you just want to get started making your own at home - perhaps, a matcha bar of your own? whatever it may be, i've got you covered. this list has all the matcha beginner essentials and other gifts for your matcha-loving self or your friends!

I've compiled a list of Miffy items that I really like. This is basically my wishlist! If you have a Miffy lover in mind, this might just be the right reference list for your gift-buying adventure.

A dedicated list for you or your friends who love Snoopy just as much as I do! Check out cute Snoopy bags, plushies, and more on this list.

This is a dedicated list for all the potterheads out there! I have here TONS, and I mean TONSSS of cute and cool harry potter merch that will have you geeking out all day, every day!

your partner/friend/family member probably loves cats more than they love you, and that's okay. try giving them a cat-themed/related gift and maybe they'll give you at least 10% more love. jokes aside, these are some of the cutest and coolest finds for cat lovers!

Need gift ideas for your bookworm friends? i've got you - here are some book-related items to enhance their bookish lives

discover the cutest mugs ever! from minimalistic designs, to pets and animals, characters, and more, there's a bunch on here you might not want to miss out on having in your own mug collection!

Hobbies | I just got started with crocheting, here are some of my essentials :) Here, you will find crochet materials + resources that helped me get started without crashing out over yarn!

Food | More often than not, I am the one responsible for baking the goodies at home, whether it's for birthdays or holidays. Trust me, I know my way around the kitchen when it comes to baking. Credentials? Been baking since I was about 12! I wasn't so consistent, but I can definitely give you the baking essentials you need to get started.

This 2026, I want to do at least one creative thing per month - check out some of the afctivities i'm looking forward to doing in the upcoming year! I go from pottery, to painting, and more on this list. 2026 is going to be a creative year :)

you never know what could happen while you're in school, and it's important that you stay prepared for anything that might come your way + be able to help other girls as well. here are a few items i recommend you have inside your school bag AT ALL TIMES!

Moving into your very first dorm room can feel daunting and overwhelming. I've been there. As someone who's navigated freshman year, I've compiled a list of dorm room must-haves that made my first year better, plus items I wish I had from the beginning. This ultimate college dorm packing list will help you prepare with confidence.

As a student, it's really important for me to stay on track and I really want to make the most out of 2026 in making my academic goals and dreams a reality. Here are some of my academic comeback essentials that can hopefully help you step up your academic game as well! Note: Most of these are from Target! <3

Books | 2026 is going to be the year of financial literacy. Come along with me on this journey by reading these books!

Tech | this 2026, i'm starting my UGC journey. if you want to get into UGC as well, check out some of my essentials!

I recently gave my car a deep clean and a long overdue makeover. Here are some items I use to accessorize my car and ensure that I am always ready. This covers personal essentials, safety devices, and cute accessories to turn your car into the it-girl car!

i’m all for denim — your go-to board for timeless, everyday denim pieces you’ll actually wear. from classic jeans and denim jackets to skirts, shorts, bags, and denim-on-denim outfit ideas, this collection features versatile denim picks that are comfy, flattering, and easy to style year-round. perfect for casual outfits, street style looks, and effortless wardrobe staples you can dress up or down.

I'm curating my wardrobe for 2026 - I want to be more put together and have a wardrobe that allows me to create different outfits and wear different styles without having to hoard a whole bunch of different pieces that I probably won't be able to wear several times in the year. 2026 is also gonna be my year of quality > quantity. Here are some of the pieces I'm taking with me! Feel free to give out any suggestions and leave your thoughts :)

lately, i've been obsessed with boots, so i've been searching the internet for good ones. here are my top picks so far!