shopping for new art supplies & looking for a job in London🪿
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- Hi friends - we’re freshly moved into our new flat in the city. I’ve been documenting little moments over the past month to share ~ ie settling into a new routine, exploring London, looking for a job, and getting back to creative hobbies (also spiraling into self doubt, I’m working on it)
Thanks for watching!
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about me:
Maker of crafts, Mother of dachshunds ⚔️
art, vlogs, figuring it out in London📍
Hello weary traveler. Thanks for stopping by.
My name is Bri. I’m the artist and keeper behind this channel.🐛
I make arts & crafts related videos with my dog Odin (bb Odie) by my side.
My work is inspired by whimsy, fantasy, and nature. I started this channel during the pandemic to share my hobby and connect with other makers. Since then my partner and I moved from the US to the UK, where I started making vlogs about art, travel, and life in my 30s.
Have a seat, stay a while.
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Instagram:
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Hope you get a great therapist! It can be hit or miss. I tried quite a few before finding the person who really helped propel me forward. Well done finding your way back to making. Love the beret!
Just a headup on some London Parks. Some have herds of Fallow deer roaming in them so just be aware with Odie.They can be aggressive during the rutt.
Sainsbury's is pretty good. Use the large stores if you want housewares, the smaller ones like Tesco Local only sell groceries and are for those people who have forgotten something on their weekly/monthly shops. Brits usually shop for the week/month. There is also The Co Op, Aldi, Lidl, you know about Waitrose the most expensive of all, they're the food arm of John Lewis department stores, Tesco, Asda which is part of Walmart or was part of Walmart, Marks and Spencer (M&S) for clothing and food. Most of our stores are mixed as in they sell food, clothing and housewares under the same roof. Something not done in The States.
The equivalent to Home Depot here is called B&Q, there is also Wickes.
how you getting on with our electrical system in houses? Found somewhere to dry your hair? 🙂 We use ring mains in this country and the voltage is 240 volts. Evrything is fused.
Bulbs we use two types a bayonet fitting and screw caps.
British Heart Foundation collect 2nd hand furniture and stuff only in their larger shops though. There are things here called 'Car Boot Sales' something akin to a very large yard sale except from car boots, vans and trucks at larger venues. Some will have public transport running close by but youwill need avehicle to obviously transport anything you buy unless you negotiate.
I moved from northern Illinois to southern Wisconsin and it took me like at least six months to figure out a grocery routine. You’re doing great! ❤
haha oh that’s good to hear! I’ve got 3 more months to get it together
I dont think anyone is mad at you - You are far too nice, sensitive and intelligent to cause any serious anger
I feel for you in your job search, Bri! It's brutal for creatives. I work as an admin assistant and want so badly to transition to a more creative career in something like editorial design or general graphic design, but your girl is over here with no connections 😂
I was glad to see that you were feeling a bit better at the end. I have gone to therapy a couple of times in my life and I will say that if nothing else, having someone who can look at your life situation with no personal stake or connection to you outside of that session is oddly helpful. They have a more practical view of your experiences and can suggest different ways of thinking about it that you may not realize on your own because of your own emotional investment. I was very skeptical when I started my sessions too, but I don't know, my therapist is someone who is very kind, but also was not there to bullshit me and just coddle me and make me feel better, you know? I haven't done group therapy before but I hope it helps! If not, you could always try a private session too.
It certainly seems like you need a connection to get ANY job these days. It makes me 😫🤢. I’m so glad therapy has helped you. I was hoping to find something similar to that - a practical third party perspective to reign me back in. Such a daunting task though to find someone you actually like
@@briisokayThe intake process sucks because you have to explain your whole story over again haha. I had to do it a couple of times to find the right person but I think it was worth it 🙂
You are so brave! You are going one step at a time and I admire that. Make foxes be your happy animals! In my place they are „pests” but I celebrate everytime I see them ❤
Ha! I’m sure they do go around causing mischief, but they look so magical. I check the window hoping to spot one about 10 times a day lol 🤤
@@briisokay I’m jealous! I don’t see them as often but…! Once a fox was following me and my dogs during a walk. He kept save distance but I think he was very curious about us, maybe because one of my dogs looks like a fox, she just has a thinner tail. Anyway thank you for your video and being so vulnerable with us. You are one of my favorite TH-camrs and I wish you full time TH-cam job above all else :)
Oh no, keep these going...They're very good
Briiiiii. That beret! 😍😍😍😍 *chef's kisses forever*
thank you chef 🐀💕
Aww, you’re allowed to feel how you feel. I imagine moving to a different country has its challenges. It’s one hurdle at a time. I think you’re pretty brave! I love you videos. You are funny, honest, and extremely creative. You got this!
you sweet creature, always hyping me up 🥲💕
Ugly? You're lovely, you've got a lovely boat and lovely bottle...Youre old man is a lucky chap
I've been loving the vlogs but I'm also very excited for art videos to come back! The beret is SO cute, your work always inspires me so much to make all the whimsical things! Dealing with mental health is rough as it is, I can only imagine how hard it is with such a huge life change -- I think you're doing great and I admire your honesty about your feelings. Rooting for you!! 🍄🌻
you’re the sweetest ever on this earth 🍓
@@briisokay 🧡🧡
All your videos are wonderful. I hope all the good things come your way. The 3D embroidery is super cool and I can't wait to see what you make next!
thank you so much 🥰
I love those little stairs, what a good dog ☺☺
Would strongly recommend a vitamin D supplement for winter time in the UK. Those short winter days can be a real tough even when you are used to them. :/
I don't know about London, but British Heart Foundation charity shops normally do a lot of furniture etc. if you find a bigger store.
Also, TV licensing is the bane of every Brit, it's such an old and antiquated idea. Worth having a quick read up on the rules on that one and then your rights should they turn nasty (you have lots of rights and they have very little).
Maybe that’s it, I need to find bigger stores? I keep striking out with small shops nearby. We read up on the tv license and I think we’re good since we don’t stream any live tv. But confusing none the less 😅
The BBC licence fee pays for quite a lot BBC Radio The tv stations the BBC news channels. Several festivals the Proms without adds.All for 157.90 a year. Many people moan at this and are willing to pay far more for satellite/ streaming services they interact with far less. People’s habits have changed but the beeb still tries to fill their needs.
You’re doing great. ❤
Hello ❤ thank you for another great video
well thank you for being here🪲
Hey girl, what you're feeling is homesick. It gets easier. I don't know what you're looking for workwise. with your art experience I'd of thought you'd be a boon to a school,find out about teaching assistants. Play to your strengths. As for you saying you're useless at small talk,you're doing great on these vlogs. Pay no attention to the 'haters' we all have those assholes to turn a deaf ear on.
thank you for this! ❤️ I am looking into art assistant/tech roles
“The men found me and they did NOT like me.” There’s some sort of compliment in there lol. Also jealousy over the cutest dog ever.
lol we’re here for the girls and the pups
Hi lovely, have you looked at social media groups or online resources for American Expats in London/UK? They have lots of advice on getting jobs, housing etc and just general advice on adjusting to a very different way of life. Sending you lots of good vibes.
that hat is sooo pretty! also i love your hair in a braid!
eee thank you 🥰
You can go to a private doctor and pay for treatment, you don’t have to wait for an NHS appointment.
hey bri! from my experience most charity shops have a small home decor / homewares section. so the best strategy is to simply pop into each charity shop and have look. plus its fun to treasure hunt ☺
This channel is called Bri Is Okay for a reason.
You are going to be just fine. You have Patrick. You have Odie. Of course Bri is okay!
Bri, have you checked your healthcare?Depending onwhat your partner is paying ie: tax and National Insurance. You may have to pay a NHS surcharge to use it. Not that they'll refuse you you'll have to find a GP Surgery, what we cal a Doctor's Office. And a Dentist..
I’m sorry for the bullying. I hope things will get better for you. Erin
Did you bully me Erin
@@briisokay No. I meant, I’m sorry that you got bullied.
I’m kidding! lol Erin would never
@@briisokay I thought you were kidding. 😀 My husband is from London. Hopefully, we will go live there one day, but I know it will be a challenge for both us.
Is that peanut butter and jelly you're making there? How do youlike blackberry/currant jam/jelly?
Your videos are fantastic, and i really feel for you on how stressful this huge move must be. I couldn't do it!. Welcome to the UK, spring is just round the corner, and it will get better!.
Thank you! Yes can’t wait for spring days 🌷
You spoke to a stranger in London?! wow how very cosmopolitan of you (joking (kind of lol))....... Londoners do have a bad reputation throughout the rest of the UK for being standoffish, walking with heads down and avoiding eye contact as much as possible, don't worry if you ever travel up to the North (oop narth as the locals say) you'll meet much friendlier folks...
The standard greeting you may hear is "Alright or Alreet", this isn't actually a question as to how you are, just a basic greeting meaning hello (I don't expect you to hear it much in London though) and no answer other than heya/hiya or alright is expected in return.
Don't worry about the trolls on your channel, some people will be "d@$%'s" just because they have nothing better to do, just live by the English adage "Keep calm and carry on".
You only need to have a TV license if you watch any BBC channel or BBC show recorded live, and any TV shows or Live events as they are happening, if you are watching cable TV, You Tube video's things like that you don't need a TV licence, as an Example if you watched the Superbowl live as it was happening you would need a TV license, however if you watched a You Tube video of the Superbowl an hour after it had finished theres no need for a license.
Therapists are a difficult question to answer, generally all your health issues primarily go through your General Practitioner (GP), the GP will listen to your issue and then if needed will refer you to a specialist that can help you with that issue (this is where the wait times that everyone complains about come into effect) for non emergency referrals you could be waiting weeks but more likely months before getting seen by anyone, and if it's for mental health you may be better off trying to find a local support group or consider paying out of pocket for private therapy sessions.
I hope everything goes well on the job hunting front, and if you do have difficulty finding work, but need to do something that will get you out of the house and socialising with human's (i don't know why you would want to though lol), then you could consider volunteering with a local "charity" (Thrift Store?) shop, they often need volunteers and it would look good on your resume (Curriculum Vitae (CV) as we say in the UK) for any prospective employer in the future.
You keep reading my mind! I was just talking today about the “you alright” phrase. We keep hearing it and just figured it was the equivalent of “hi how are you” in the US. I have been answering I’m good thank you. 🤦🏻♀️ 😅
my stoopid american brain can only think about how fun it would be to have a therapist w an english accent 💀💀
read me to filth with your fancy english
As one of your longtime male viewers let me just say “Rabble! Rabble rabble!”
Every little step is still progress! If this was me I would know absolutely nothing about how to basically start life in a new country. I'm glad you can enjoy some of the little things and best of luck with the current searches. ☺️
The beret is so pretty omg. A witch hat would be really cool too. 🍄🌿🧹
Ooo a witch hat with those mushrooms would be reallyyy cool ✍🏻. Thank you always for the encouragement❤️