There’s nothing I love geeking over more than a good desk/workspace. I know, that sounds so sad doesn’t it? But I really am obsessed, I even have a Pinterest board just for Desk inspo. Does anyone else do this?! I love pretty decor, I love seeing how other people arrange all the tools and tech they need, and I love making it feel like a hub of inspiration. In fact, I’ve done a previous post about my own desk setup that you guys might like. So I think it was pretty inevitable that I’d eventually do a post like this.
So here are my essentials for any workspace (IMO, obv);
1. Headphones
Drown out those distractions, and let yourself get lost in your fave music. OR, like me, listen to ASMR videos which I find super helpful at keeping me focused for some reason.
2. Hand cream
It’s important to take care of your hands, especially during Winter months so hand cream is a total must. However I think I’d say I need it even more, because I paint a lot, which means washing my hands more often, and it can really dry them out! So keeping a good nourishing cream nearby is so useful!
3. Notebooks
I mean we all love an excuse to buy cute notebooks eh? Writing out your daily to-do list in detail is so handy, and gives you that excuse!
4. Water bottle
I’m terrible for forgetting to drink enough, but if I have my super cute water bottle right in front of me; it reminds me to keep filling it up! Stay hydrated guyzzz.
5. Lip balm
Same as the hand cream, it’s a must have for keeping moisturised throughout the day! Keep it close and you’ll not forget while working away. PLUS if you get a super cute one like mine (yasss that mini pineapple is a lip balm!) then you’ll be happy to display it on your desk anyway.
6. Post-it notes
Never forget anything again! Sure you have those notebooks, but they’re for work. What if you need a quick reminder to phone someone, pick up milk, or make a note of that special new eyeshadow palette coming out?! Write it down, and pop it on the wall right in front of you.
7. Inspiration
Don’t allow the space you work in to feel like it drains you of all energy, motivation and passion. Pop up some cute/inspiring prints (oh HEY I happen to have some on Etsy) and remind yourself YOU GOT DIS.
8. Facial spritz
Okay, it it obvious by now I love taking care of my skin and keeping moisturised? Keeping a facial spritz nearby is absolutely essential IMO, and works wonders no matter what the season. It’ll cool you down in warmer months, and keep you from drying out in colder months. I love Jurlique’s Rose Mist Spray or Botanics Organic Rosewater Toning Spritz which you can grab from Boots; and you can use this Boots discount code*! Definitely makes my skin feel nourished and loved 🙂
What little essentials do you guys rely on? 🙂
You have such a lovely colourful work space 🙂
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Love your pics, they are so bright and colourful!
Rachael xx.
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I love how bright and happy your pictures look! Your lip balm is so cute! x
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Your desk is so bright and fun, I love it! I always keep a good hand cream and a massive bottle of water handy when I’m working, I can’t get through the day without them x
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I don’t have a desk at home (I just blog from the kitchen table) so I can’t make it permanently pretty but yours looks amazing! I agree that hand cream and lip balm are a total must, although I worry about that idea that your skin becomes addicted to it so you need it all the time? Is that an urban myth? I’ve never been into organisation before but I got a really pretty filofax and now it is my life! Pretty stationary really does help xx
Jessthetics
Hand cream and post-its are a must for me too! My hands always get so dry in the winter and I seem to notice it more when I’m at a desk.
I just want a desk to begin with haha! I always keep hand cream and lip balm in the desk at work and some hair ties and bobby pins too. Glasses cleaner is a must as I’m always smudging mine and paracetemol! Can’t you tell I’m describing a work desk haha!
Sarah 🙂
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I couldn’t agree more, earphones and a good drink!
Lauren x Huggled
This post makes me wish I had a desk all over again! Every time I see pictures of people’s desks on Instagram etc I’m so jealous. I love your workspace! x http://www.aimeeraindropwrites.co.uk x
Jemme, each time I come back to your blog, it just fills me with joy. The colours, the posts, they’re just what I need right now, so thank you! And no, you’re not alone, I love desk inspo too, the more colourful the better! I don’t have a facial spritzer at the moment, and I used to use one all the time, so you’re reminded me I need to get one again soon! And headphones – that’s the one item I can’t live without, I’d be lost without my headphones! Loved this post. – Tasha
These are all fabulous suggestions to keep around you desk. I always need my planner, a cup of coffee, a snack or two and some tissues, never know when you might sneeze! haha ♥
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