Ready to boost your Instagram followers without spending a dime? In today’s age of digital marketing, having a strong social media presence can make or break your brand. But with so much competition out there, it can be hard to stand out in the crowd. The good news is that you don’t have to spend money on ads or promotions to grow your following! In this blog post, we’ll share some proven strategies for increasing your Instagram reach and attracting new Instagram followers app organically. From optimizing your profile to leveraging the power of hashtags, you’ll learn everything you need to know about building a loyal audience on this popular platform. So grab a cup of coffee and let’s get started – it’s time to take your Insta game up a notch!

How to Grow Your Instagram Following Fast

If you’re looking to grow your Instagram following quickly and free, follow these tips!

1. Use Hashtags

Hashtags are a great way to help your photos stand out and be found by other users. Add a few relevant hashtags to each of your photos, and make sure to use them in the captions as well. This will help people who are looking for specific content related to those tags find your posts more easily.

2. Follow Other Influencers

Following other influential individuals on Instagram can help you learn what works well on the platform and what doesn’t. By watching their posts and seeing what attracts attention, you can start creating better content that will likely get more likes and followers from people who are already following you.

3. Post Regularly

The key to growing an engaged following is consistency. Make sure to post at least once per day, and vary your content slightly so that viewers don’t get bored with seeing the same thing over and over again. Varying your topics will also keep things interesting for followers, making them more likely to return for future posts.

4. Take Pictures That Look Good on Instagram

How to Use Hashtags for Maximum Impact

Hashtags are a great way to spice up your Instagram photos and videos and help you connect with a wider audience. You don’t need a lot of expensive tools or software to start using hashtags. In fact, you can use basic tools like Google and your keyboard to create hashtags for free.

1. Open up the Instagram app on your phone or computer.

2. Tap on the gear icon in the top right corner of the screen.

3. Under “Advanced,” tap on “Hashtags.”

4. Enter some keywords or phrases that describe what you’re posting
5. Now, when you post a photo or video that includes one of these keywords, Instagram will automatically add the appropriate hashtag to it.

6. When you’re done tagging your photos and videos, tap on “Done” at the bottom of the screen.

How to Promote Your Posts on Instagram

If you want to be successful on Instagram, you need to promote your posts. This can be done through a variety of methods, but the most important thing is to make sure that your posts are engaging and interesting to your followers. If you can do this, then your following will grow organically over time.

Here are some tips for promoting your posts:

1. Use Hashtags: When you post a picture or video on Instagram, use relevant hashtags so that people who follow the corresponding account will find them. This allows your post to reach a wider audience than if it were simply posted without any tags.

2. Share Great

Conclusion

If you’re looking to increase your Instagram followers free without spending a penny, then this article is for you! In it, we’ll outline four effective methods for growing your following on Instagram. Whether you’re looking to grow your following organically or purchase fake followers, our tips will help you get the most out of your social media presence. So whether you’re wanting to up your game and show off all the great things that you’ve been up to or just want more people in touch with what’s going on in your life, read on and learn how to grow your Instagram following without breaking the bank.

If you are like us, you’re a sucker for a little self-care in the form of lighting a candle, running a bath and pouring a G&T. Next time you are looking for a new candle, take a look at creepy cute brand RinkyDink Candles run by Aimee Lauren who not only makes deliciously devilish candles and melts but is a loud supporter of mental health. We sat down with her for a chinwag…

HOC: Hi Aimee, can you tell us a little about your journey to becoming a business owner?

Aimee: Where do I start!? It’s been a whirlwind, honestly! I initially set out to become a business owner because I always wanted to be able to do something creative for a living. I have a degree in Digital Forensics, but a career in STEM just wasn’t for me! Too many men and too much misogyny.

I also wanted to be able to take mental health days off work without having to have any awkward conversations with managers who didn’t quite understand why I was struggling to work. I got put on probation in a previous job because I took time off for anxiety. That was the kick up the bum I needed to get out of there and set up a company for myself which puts mental health first.

I started posting my creative projects on Instagram in the 2020 pandemic, beginning at first with just with my artwork (at the time I wanted to be an artist). I started to make handmade candles as a fun side-project, but they ended up blowing up on Instagram and got a lot of interest! Three years later I’m a full-time candle business owner who sells her art on the side. It’s funny how the two basically swapped around!

HOC: Incredible. We know you are very vocal about mental health and combine that with your business, can you tell us more?

Aimee: Absolutely. The two of them are parallel to each other. As my business has grown, my mental recovery has too.

Like many, I got quite reflective and introspective over the 2020 lockdowns. I started to become more and more aware that my childhood had been extremely abnormal. I began opening up to a therapist about some of the things I’d experienced and was diagnosed with PTSD and GAD. That made SO MUCH sense to me and helped me to understand why I was struggling so much with life.

When my business started to blow up, I was simultaneously coming to all these deep realisations about myself, and I wanted to talk about it with my family. I wanted us to repair our relationships and explain why their actions in the past hurt me to this day. They essentially turned me away and refused to acknowledge any of my pain (that’s the polite way of putting it, mind you), which was utterly heart-breaking. I began to get a lot of negative attention from my family. They weren’t very supportive of me, and I became so depressed.

It was a crazy pendulum of two extremes, because on the one hand I was experiencing my business taking off, while my personal life was completely falling apart.

In the end, after a total breakdown, I made the choice in 2021 to go no contact with my whole family and put myself first. I moved to Leeds and put physical distance between me and my trauma. I started seeing a childhood trauma therapist (who I still see to this day), and I started to heal. It was slow, and very painful, but here I am three years later a totally different woman.

The job itself is so healing. Candle making is an extremely calming process and a wonderful way to spend my days. But as the business has grown and my mental health has improved, I started to use my platforms to raise awareness of childhood trauma and the importance of choosing yourself. To have to separate yourself out of self-preservation is an awful thing to do. You feel so wrong and selfish at first. However, I’d be lying if I said it was a bad choice. I feel safe, secure, and most importantly happy now.

HOC: Thank you for sharing that with us, Aimee. We love your ‘anti-anxiety/stress’ products and focus on mental health – how do you balance the demands of running your own business as well as life in general?

I’ve essentially come to learn that the whole ‘work-life balance’ thing is a myth. It doesn’t exist, or at least, not when you run your own business.

Things happen in waves. Sometimes, I’m flat out at work and I can’t do a lot of social stuff (Christmas is a good example of this, because we all love a good smelly candle at Christmas!). Other times, like in the summer, when it’s hot outside and the business is a little quieter (still busy! Just not manic), I get to do more social things and go out more.

I tried keeping things constant and holding myself to a consistent schedule, but it just didn’t work for me! I’m lucky in that I don’t have childcare to worry about, or a marriage, or anything grown up like that. I have INSANE levels of respect for business owners that juggle those things too!

I think there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ answer when it comes to a work-life balance. However, I can say, you should always work to live, and not live to work.

HOC: Finally, emo, it’s all the rage again. Talk us through your candle making playlist?

Aimee: This is one of the best questions I’ve been asked! My candle making playlists are sometimes nice soft classical music, or a bit of 80s pop, but most of the time it’s those emo jams I listened to as a sad greasy teenager! A bit of My Chemical Romance, Good Charlotte, Fall Out Boy and Bring Me The Horizon always make the day fly by! You can’t mosh while candle making, but you can certainly belt out your favourite happy-sad ballads!

And before anyone out there says ‘tHoSe ArE PoP PuNk BaNDsSsS’, I listened to them as an emo kid, so to me they’re emo bands! Now stop being so fussy!

Check out Aimee’s RinkyDink Candles here

At House of Coco magazine, we take great pride in showcasing everything the north has to offer. As a company founded in Leeds and with a founder who has a passion for all things Yorkshire, we are committed to highlighting the best of the region. Luckily, we are not alone…

Curated by Kate Baxter, founder of editorial website Fabric of the North, the 10-day event will shine a light on 24 independent Northern brands who represent the best in contemporary design in the North today.

With representative brands from across Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire and Newcastle-upon-Tyne, the product selection spans a diverse range of sectors from fashion, skincare and jewellery to homeware, stationery and publishing, highlighting the incredible wealth of creative talent operating in the North of England today.

As a collaborative venture between Yvonne Aboagye-Hobson, founder of TYRO (studios), and Baxter, North is Now will ultimately become a new community space for contemporary Northern brands to connect and gain access to small business support, advice and mentorship.

⁠For the inaugural North is Now event, Aboagye-Hobson and Baxter wanted to provide small independent businesses the opportunity to showcase their goods in a unique retail setting, bringing a curated edit of mindful, aesthetic and sustainable items from handpicked businesses from across the North to a brand new audience, offering a platform to reach new customers and forge valuable relationships with fellow local brands and business.⁠

The disparity between opportunities for small creative brands based in the South versus the North lies at the heart of the venture’s formation. In advance of the pop-up shop launch Aboagye-Hobson and Baxter hosted founders from four of the participating brands for a roundtable discussion about the challenges facing small businesses operating in the North today, with key soundbites from the discussion to be presented online and instore throughout the 10 day pop-up. Participating in the discussion were Chris Holden, founder of Manchester-based AJOTO; Emma Atherton, founder of Wirral-based luxury fashion brand EROSA; Habiba Desai and Sara Razzaq, founders of Bradford-based Fox & Windmill, the UK’s first independent book publishing company for British South Asian writers; and Charlotte Meek, Creative Director of The Stitch Society, based in Salts Mill, Saltaire.

The 24 Northern brands participating in the 10-day pop-up shop are:

Cheshire

Irene & Edith – founder Nichola Naylon creates hand built statement ceramics for the home combining textured clays, luxurious glazes and glimmers of gold and copper lustre.

Routes Interiors – timeless artisan textiles created by skilled workers and communities around the globe. Routes bring the natural world into the home, preserving traditional craftsmanship in products which are designed to last forever.

Utology – handcrafted shelving, storage and furniture which are simple in form, yet practical in function. Through clean lines, pared-back aesthetic and understated elegance, Utology offer timeless, high quality products which are designed to be valued and cherished forever.

Woodspring – hand poured soy wax candles, using essential and fragrance oils, presented in apothecary style amber glass jars.

Greater Manchester

AJOTO – combine the precision of advanced manufacture with the soul of craft, to offer sleek stylish pen designs for design lovers and modern travellers.

Ara the altar – With a circular economy in mind, founder Lauren King designs jewellery for longevity not trend, with minimal waste in mind, using only 100% recycled solid gold and silver

Cedar – an independent home fragrance and aromatherapy brand offering a range of hand-poured essential oils candles, essential oils blends for baths and diffusers, as well as ceramic air diffuser mood lamps.

Merseyside

EROSA – designed to celebrate the beauty of the human body and empower, Erosa is a luxury womenswear brand focusing on craftsmanship, innovation and fabric to deliver a modern feminine wardrobe with an edge.

Table Chocolate – Liverpool’s first bean-to-bar chocolate brand, working in micro-batches to develop deep flavours and a rich smooth texture.

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Pamoja – an award-winning skincare range created by Sarah Taylor, a trained skincare formulator, designed to bring a dose of kindness into your daily routine with skincare rituals that nourish your skin and nurture you.

Ran by Nature – ethical athleisure you can actually work out in, designed for people who want to move mindfully and live sustainably. The collections are seasonless, inclusive and sustainable as standard.

North Yorkshire

Collette Haigh – Lightweight, hand-crafted polymer clay jewellery.

Emily Georgina Jones – jewellery designs crafted using traditional silversmithing techniques. Each piece is a stand alone design, sometimes retaining unique and varied imperfections made during the crafting process – a visible trace of the gestures and hand movements made while forging each piece.

Lot : e – Lottie Edgar handcrafts clothing and accessories that combine simplicity with comfort, curating small timeless collections from a mixture of organic, bio-washed and dead-stock materials.

Northumberland

Pith – a refined selection of sketchbooks, notebooks, planners and pads, designed in collaboration with artists, illustrators and designers spanning multiple fields of expertise.

West Yorkshire

Amy Thomas Ceramics – small-batch wheel-thrown and handmade pottery made in Amy’s small home ceramic studio in Haworth.

Anna Lisa Smith – simple, striking contemporary textiles for the home. All pieces are woven in local mills using the finest quality Lambswool and are hand finished in the studio.

Becca Macdonald – conceptual jewellery designs influenced by material experimentation. A common theme is documenting the ‘evidence of presence’ and human gesture.

Boniface – contemporary womenswear designed and made by Georgia Boniface prioritising high quality fabrics and structural simplicity to create elegant contemporary garments.

Fox & Windmill – the UK’s first independent book publishing company for British South Asian writers, dedicated to bridging the gap in the industry for writers from underrepresented backgrounds and sharing their unique stories and perspectives.

Klara Ceramics – small batch, handmade ceramics made in a small home studio in Shipley.

Modern Alchemy Jewellery – minimal handmade jewellery in sterling silver, designed for modern day wear.

NETT Exfoliator – originally from Ghana – where it is known as a ‘sapɔ’ – the NETT exfoliator’s unique texture is perfect for maintaining smooth, soft skin and the length and shape is great for getting to those hard-to-reach places.

The Stitch Society – comfortable and durable workwear made from locally sourced and manufactured fabrics with minimal environmental impact.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Introduction:

Honor has a lot of phones that fall into different categories. Each category has something special, and you will find several phones in each category. The top of this category is the flagship phone category. This category has the best phones of any brand. Honor also has this category. The HONOR flagship phone 2023 is known for the high performance of the phones, top-notch quality made smartphones, and many others. These phones are good for improving the lifestyle of many people because they have built-in advanced features. Honor Magic 5 Pro is the same phone that we are talking about.

In this article, you will see a bit about the overview of these phones, their functions, and the different ways by which they are improving your lifestyles. Let’s start reading about it.

An overview of Honor flagship phone 2023:

Honor flagship phone 2023 is all about a kind of honor smartphone that is yet to launch in world markets. Flagship phones have the following things you can find to confirm whether your phone is a flagship.

These phones have the best features compared to the previous smartphones and have a high retail price.

Above all, these phones are made with the latest hardware.

These phones are the most advanced products of any company. In this case, you can say that honor’s best phone is called Honor flagship phone, which is coming out to be Honor Magic 5 Pro.

What are the main functions of these honor flagship phones?

The main functions of honor flagship phones are mentioned below.

• These phones are made with big screens for your fun.
• These phones are used to give you the best Android experience because they are made with the latest Android version, 12 or 13.
• These phones perform when it comes to photography because they have high MP cameras with additional effects and features.
• These phones have standard weights that are easy to handle and carry for a long time.

How honor flagship phone 2023 is improving your lifestyle?

Honor Flagship phone is improving your lifestyle in various ways.

1. This flagship phone is improving your lifestyle by providing you with a decent and quality made camera to capture all the beautiful moments of your life in them.
2. This flagship phone is improving your lifestyle by giving you a high-performance device that will never disappoint you with its battery life, processors, and operating system of these devices.
3. This flagship phone is improving your lifestyle with its low price point and beautiful display. Other features, such as full Google support, big screens, and decent cameras, make them stand as the best flagship phone of honor.

Epilogue:

Till now, we have discussed what honor flagship phones are, why they are considered highly functional, and how they are improving your lifestyle. The HONOR flagship phone 2023 is none other than HONOR Magic pro series phone, such as the honor magic 5 pro, which is launching soon in world tech markets. Grab your piece if you are interested in these honor flagship phones.

The Hare & Hounds, Newbury is leading the way in the high-end ‘pubs with rooms’ trend. After months of careful restoration, this beautiful Georgian coaching inn now boasts a cosy traditional pub, dining space serving delicious seasonal fare and 30 characterful rooms donned with aged timber, exposed beams, racing-themed fabrics (due to the proximity of the year-round racing at Newbury Racecourse), some with roll-top copper bathtubs, as well as a covered garden terrace which is perfect for the warmer months.

The Hare & Hounds is set at the foot of Newbury in the pretty village of Speen in West Berkshire. The pub is steeped in history from the nearby horse racing community and lies within striking distance of Donnington and Highclere Castle (the filming location of Downton Abbey). The property follows the launch of Wild Thyme & Honey in Ampney Crucis in the Cotswolds. Both pubs are owned and managed by Myers and Ramsey and is the fourth property to join the group.

FOOD AND DRINK

The bar area is the perfect mix of newly restored sophistication and historic pub, with the relaxed & familiar service found in a country watering hole that is also impeccable and slick, just what you would expect at a boutique hotel.

After a long sunny country walk, we bundled into the warm entrance and into the bar with dogs sleeping in their baskets around the fire. I sipped on a Highclere Martini (named after the famous filming location nearby) and my travelling companion had a local ale. Next door is the Barn Dining Room with soaring ceilings and exposed beams; we meandered our way in after a few more cocktails, along the beautifully decorated corridors. To our delight, come dinner time, the restaurant was full to the brim with locals and guests alike.

The bright and airy dining space offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week; guests can expect seasonal menus as well as classic yet upmarket pub fare. We indulged on the Sussex Charmer cheese souffle which was as decadent as it was delicious followed by the luxury fish pie with lobster and Cornish crab cream sauce and the braised venison hot pot. This was frankly one of the best pub meals I have ever eaten. Considering it was nearing 10pm and other diners were still ordering wine, dessert and also laughing and clinking glasses, the feeling was universal.

The Hare & Hounds also offers two private dining rooms, which would be ideal for a special celebration.

ROOMS

The equine theme is reflected throughout; we stayed in the Bridle Suite in the Hunter’s Lodge, one of the surrounding buildings. There are also rooms in The Stables (formally a working stables) and The Paddocks. The Hunter’s Lodge is set slightly away from the beating heart of the property with the dining room and bar area.

The Bridle Suite includes a cosy living area with historic, low ceilings, a spacious ensuite bathroom and of course, a fabulous roll-top copper bath next to the grand bed flanked with antler artworks, where one can truly feeling like Lady Mary. There is a small built-in bar and complimentary sloe gin, perfect for an arrival tipple. The suite can also interconnect with Tally Ho in the Hunter’s Lodge, for larger groups.

END NOTE

The Hare and Hounds is a unique proposition. Gone are the days where the UK staycation involved packing the car and hunkering down in a bolthole miles from anywhere and miles from a decent meal and wine list. The British Isles are vast and guests at The Hare & Hounds treat the space much like a traditional coaching inn, a restful and well connected stop along the way but also now, a destination in it’s own right.

This spring, I cannot wait to return with my loved ones and try the sirloin of British Beef roast with ‘lashings of gravy’ and a gorgeously turned out Bloody Mary, followed by a trip to Highclere Castle. Homemade horseradish cream alongside, anyone?

Rates from £125 for a double room with breakfast: hareandhoundsnewbury.co.uk

The everchanging menu’s can be found here.

The Powerball lottery is a popular American lottery game that has been around since 1992. The game involves choosing five white balls from a pool of 69 and one red balls from a pool of 26, with the jackpot being awarded to those who correctly match all six numbers.

In recent years, you can play lotto powerball online. The online version of the game offers the same exciting gameplay and the chance to win big prizes, all while avoiding the hassle of waiting in line at a physical lottery retailer.

While winning the Powerball jackpot is the ultimate goal, it is important to remember that playing the lottery should also be a fun and enjoyable experience. By following a few simple tips, players can enhance their gameplay and increase their chances of having a positive experience, whether they win or lose. In this article, we will share some helpful tips for making the online Powerball lottery an enjoyable experience.

Understand the Rules of the Game

Before starting to play the online Powerball lottery, understand the basic rules and guidelines of the game. As previously mentioned, players must choose five numbers from a pool of 69 and one number from a pool of 26. Players need to match all six numbers to secure the jackpot prize. However, there are also other prize tiers available for players who match fewer numbers.

It is also essential to note that players have the option to add a Power Play multiplier to their ticket, which can increase the value of their non-jackpot prizes.

One common mistake that players make when playing the Powerball lottery is not understanding the odds of winning. While the potential jackpot prizes are certainly enticing, the odds of winning are very low. Keep this in mind and do not spend more money than you can afford to lose.

Another mistake is not double-checking your numbers before submitting your ticket. Make sure to verify that you have chosen the correct numbers before finalizing your purchase. Additionally,  keep track of your tickets and claim any winnings promptly to avoid missing out on any prizes.

Set a Budget and Stick to It

One of the most important aspects of playing the online Powerball lottery is setting a budget and sticking to it. Gambling can be addictive, and it is easy to get caught up in the excitement and overspend. Setting a budget can help you avoid overspending and ensure that you are only spending what you can afford to lose.

There are several strategies you can use to manage your spending when playing the online Powerball lottery. One effective approach is to decide on a set amount of money that you are comfortable spending on lottery tickets each week or month, and then stick to that amount.

Another strategy is to only play when the jackpot reaches a certain amount, such as $50 million or $100 million. This can help you avoid playing too frequently and spending too much money.

You may also want to consider joining a lottery pool with friends or coworkers, which can help you split the cost of tickets and increase your chances of winning without overspending.

Use Statistics to Your Advantage

Analyze past winning numbers. It can provide valuable insights into the Powerball lottery and help you make more informed decisions. By examining the frequency of each number and the patterns that emerge, you can identify which numbers are most commonly drawn and adjust your number selection accordingly.

For example, you may notice that certain numbers appear more frequently than others, or that certain number combinations are more common than others. You can then use this information to choose your own numbers or to select a Quick Pick ticket with numbers that have historically been drawn more often.

There are many online tools available to help you analyze past winning numbers and make informed decisions when playing the Powerball lottery. These tools can provide detailed statistics on which numbers have been drawn most frequently, which numbers are due to be drawn, and which numbers have not been drawn in a while.

Stay Positive

When it comes to playing the online Powerball lottery, maintain a positive attitude, regardless of whether you win or lose. Negativity and frustration can quickly ruin the experience and make it less enjoyable. Furthermore, maintaining a positive attitude can help you stay motivated and increase your chances of winning in the long run.

There are several strategies you can use to maintain a positive mindset when playing the online Powerball lottery. One approach is to focus on the fun and excitement of the game, rather than solely on winning. This can help you enjoy the experience even if you don’t win the jackpot.

Another strategy is to avoid comparing yourself to others or feeling envious of their winnings. Remember that everyone’s journey is different, and there is no guarantee that anyone will win the jackpot.

Finally, it can be helpful to take breaks from playing and focus on other activities that bring you joy and happiness. This can help you stay balanced and avoid becoming overly consumed with the lottery.

Final thoughts

The online Powerball lottery can be an entertaining experience, but it is good to approach it responsibly and with a positive attitude. Remember that winning is never guaranteed and that it is essential to only spend what you can afford to lose. By following the tips outlined in this guide, you can enhance your gameplay and ensure that your online Powerball lottery experience is enjoyable and rewarding.