Craig House
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Creative entrepreneur, freelance designer and all round business savvy youth.
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Decider on Cider
Fermented Apples. It’s a popular alcoholic drink in the UK, and its popularity is growing around the world. It seems like there’s an ever-increasing number of ciders in the market at the moment, with the traditional apple ciders having more and more competition from a range of fruit-flavoured ciders. Cider really has become the pinnace of British drinking, with local ranges rising in popularity. So what can you get on the market at the moment? And more importantly: Which is best?
By Craig House5 years ago in Proof
Write the Right Way (And for Cheap)
Sometimes it feels like we need to have all the latest equipment in this ever-developing world, and in the writing world, this feels no different. There are new software packages and platforms making their way onto the market every day. So, do you really need a Macbook Pro, a copy of Final Draft, and the latest Microsoft Office software? Not necessarily. There are plenty of other options out there! Here’s how you can create literary works of art without having to break the bank.
By Craig House5 years ago in Journal
The Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Films Ranked
The MCU is an absolute behemoth of comic book superhero storytelling. Starting in 2008 with Iron Man, the film series consists of 22 films and has collected over $21 billion at the box office. Split into three "phases," the three different sections document the beginning, middle, and end of what has colloquially become known as the "Infinity Saga." So taking a look at Phase One, which films hold up? Which ones are still a great watch? And which ones feel out of place in the current cinematic universe? Well let’s take a look shall we?
By Craig House5 years ago in Geeks
Coming Soon to a Console Near You
With E3 just around the corner, the hype train is arriving at the station as companies get ready to showcase the latest titles and tech which they hope will become the next big thing. This has inevitably induced a little bit of excitement in us all as we wonder just what it is that might be on our gaming horizons.
By Craig House5 years ago in Gamers
Why 'All Killa No Filla' Is a Great True Crime Podcast
True crime has been on the rise for some time. With the rise in true crime documentaries and dramas comes a sordid fascination with the darker parts of the human mind. Netflix has been pouring its budget into crafting new and unheard crime stories as the popularity of them demands it. But now true crime is leaking into every area of our lives. Our books, the news, our films, and TV programmes, and now our podcasts too...
By Craig House5 years ago in Criminal
What Can I Do Now the Football Season Is Over?
The days are getting longer, the temperature is rising and the trophies have been lifted. The club football season is over. So what will we do with our weekends, now that there are no 3PM kick-offs, no Super Sundays, and no football on a Monday night? It’s a conundrum that pops up every year, but there are some solutions. So here are just a few things that you can do to fill that football-sized hole in your life.
By Craig House5 years ago in Unbalanced
Social Media Influencers: Are They Just a Passing Trend?
So, who are influencers? Social media influencers are individuals with large followings on social networking platforms who capitalise on their audience by working with brands to promote products or creative personalised promotion codes to their niche audience base. Their money is also made through promoting affiliate links and encouraging their followers to use their personalised promotional codes provided for them by brands. Influencer marketing has revolutionised the digital marketing sphere and insight from Captiv8 has revealed that influencers can earn up to $20,000 per post. It sounds like the dream job but can influencers stand the test of time or are they simply a passing trend?
By Craig House5 years ago in Journal
Strapped for Cash? Check Out These Awesome Money Saving Sites & Apps!
Oh money. We really can’t live without you. But why must you be so hard to take care of… If you, like most of the country, are struggling to save money, then it may just be time for you to consider using some of the coolest money saving apps in town. Not only can your money saving endeavour be successful, but you may just end up enjoying the saving process, too!
By Craig House5 years ago in Lifehack
Fitness Without a Fat Wallet
Picture this. You want to get fit, but you can’t afford the gym fees. You want to look stylish, but all the brands are expensive. You want to eat better, but you don’t have all the fancy kitchen equipment. Sometimes getting fit and losing weight are not only time-consuming and energy-sapping, but also wallet-draining. The fitness marketplace is full of useful—yet expensive—equipment which aims to boost your performance; however, you don’t need to spend big to make a big difference. So how exactly can you get fit on a budget?
By Craig House5 years ago in Longevity
Spotting Emerging Trends Online and Making Money
Do you have an eye for emerging cultural trends? Do you have an internet savvy background, and an entrepreneurial spirit? Then you could just be an emerging trend spotter with a heightened ability to make money online. Whether you noticed the rise of onesies in 2012, or whether you saw the Loom Band fanatic coming from a mile off, having an eye for new, and emerging trends is a great talent to have. So why not cash in on it?
By Craig House5 years ago in Journal