If you would’ve told me 4 years ago that this blog would one day turn into my job, I’d laugh and say you’re crazy! Never in a million years did I think blogging would become such a huge part of my life. This online space of mine started as a side hobby filled with random ramblingl, and it still is my hobby because I genuinely love blogging, but it’s just crazy to think how far it has all come. I’ve watched the industry change as a whole over the years and it’s been such a fun and awesome experience I feel blessed to be a part of…
The Southern Thing Turns Three
If you would’ve told me three years ago back when I started this blog that it would become an addicting hobby, provide me with a livable, full time source of income, put me in connection with some amazing people, serve…
The Best Photo Editing Apps to Step Up Your Instagram Game
Are you trying to take better photos for Instagram? If so, I’ve rounded up some of the best photo editing apps for Instagram that will transform your photos to high quality and help step up your Instagram game. There’s no need…
Why I Don’t Blog for Free and Neither Should You
There are so many different opinions when it comes down to the subject of being paid to blog, but I’m just going to come out and say it. I don’t blog for free and neither should you. I’ll explain why. How…
How to Create iPhone Keyboard Shortcuts for Instagram Hashtags
As Instagram continues to increase in popularity, people are becoming more focused than ever on growing their social following. One of the easiest ways to grow your following and get your photos seen by many non-followers on Instagram is to…
February Personal + Blog and Business Goals
This year has been off to a great start so far and I want to keep it that way! I’m already on the right path (for the most part) to achieve my bigger 2016 goals, so to hold myself accountable…
16 Personal + Blog and Business Goals for 2016
New year, fresh start! I want 2016 to be my best year yet- personally, physically, and really just all around. Last year I set a few small blogging goals for the new year, and I’m happy to say I’ve accomplished…
Welcome to the New Site
via Well hello! Notice anything different around here!? The Southern Thing got a new site design makeover and I may be a little obsessed with the new look around these parts! Not only did the site get a new makeover, it got…
Gifts for the Stylish Techie
ONE | TWO | THREE | FOUR | FIVE | SIX In today’s digital world, it’s safe to say we’re all techies to some extent. I personally like to stay connected in style and the items displayed above are my…
How to Master the Flat Lay in Seven Easy Steps
We all love sharing our favorite photos on Instagram, but there’s a difference between a curated flat lay and just snapping a a quick photo without putting any thought into it. Flat lays are all the rage these days and…
Five Ways to Regain Blogging Motivation
Sometimes the urge to blog comes naturally and sometimes even the thought of writing a blog post is a daunting task. As bloggers, I think we’ve all been through the roller coaster of emotions with blogging, especially this time of the…
The Southern Thing Turns Two
Today is officially the second blogiversary for The Southern Thing! This blog is two years old and although I can’t believe it’s been that long since I submitted my very first post, it also feels like it’s been much longer….
