So You Want To Watch Youtube?

As someone who has been avidly watching youtube since 2007, I have been dying to go to VidCon in California since John and Hank announced it in 2010.  But because I’m just a teenager from Michigan who has only traveled as west as Colorado, I knew I'd never have a chance to go.
My friend, however, recently moved near Anaheim, giving me the opportunity to visit her in California this summer.  In other words: I GET TO ATTEND VIDCON 2013.

*slides down a rainbow into a field of prancing unicorns* 
*floats on a cloud of youtube heaven* 
*dies a happy, blissful death*

While high on fangirl happiness, I created a list of my favorite youtubers and divided them into categories hoping that others would read and discover their new favorite youtuber. I guarantee there’s a channel you'll fall in love with and/or be addicted to. Read on and find out :)

01. BRITISH EYECANDY (sorry, I only watch enough to make a list of guys)

a. Jacksgap: Cheeky vlogs in HD brought to you by youtube’s most wanted: Jack Harries and his twin brother Finn. (key word: twin)

b. Danisnotonfire: Basically Tumblr in human form. He’s got great hair, a sarcastic sense of humor, and more knowledge of internet culture than, well, everyone on the internet.

c. Pointlessblog: He likes One Direction; he bakes with his mom; and he can ghetto booty dance. What more do you want?

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02: FASHION&BEAUTY

a. Stilababe09: Weekly videos providing you with style inspiration and all the fun that comes with being a girl. Done with her quirky confidence, of course.

b. Macbarbie07: Fun DIY fashion ideas, seasonal lookbooks, and beauty favorites. It’s no surprise she has 1,620,000+ subscribers; she’s perfection.

c. Scarlettheartsmakeup: If you don’t hate her for being so darn gorgeous, you’ll love her for her sweet personality and beauty tutorials. Bonus: She was in Cody Simpson's "iYiYi" music video.

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03. FUNNY

a. Crabstickz: He often dresses up in wigs and acts out scenes with several different characters played by himself. You’ll fall over laughing. Plus his accent is SO enticing.

b. Soundlyawake: He’s responsible for creating hits such as Sh*t Girls Say to Gay Guys and Humblebrags With Keisha. His humor is spot on with real life.

c. OlanRogers: His laugh accounts for half of his likability, and the other half comes from his signature vlogging style that will leave you in tears.

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04. MUSICIAN

a. DaveDays: He does covers and music videos for popular songs while giving everything a pop punk twist. He is also my future husband.

b. KayteGrace: She has a natural talent that could rival Taylor Swift and He Is We. Check out “Soaked You In” and you’ll be singing it for days.

c. LandonAustin: On his channel, you’ll find romantic music videos set to his acoustic tracks. Offering both covers and original tunes, his passion for music is inspiring and effecting.

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05: VLOGGER (sort of)

a. italktosnakes: Calling all nerds! Kristina Horner is here to bring you her views on Harry Potter, board games, and the writing process.

b. Hayleyghoover: She’s smart, witty, funny, and, frankly, everything you want to be. It’s a scientific fact that no one does it better than Hayley G.

c. JosephBirdsong: Beware, this Arkansas gay boy will steal your soul! He’ll tell you what’s up on alcohol, celebrities, and killer-Furbys.

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06: BEST OF THE BEST

a. MeekaKitty: The amount of time she puts into editing her videos will make you question your motivation in life. Pretty much you’ll be waiting your whole life until the day you can call her your best friend.

b. Strawburry17: Music Video Pro. Positive Speaker FTW. All around fantastic person. She will leave you smiling from ear to ear.

c. Nanalew: Her videos are a window to the human soul, urging you to think deeper about your life and your time here on earth. Join the Lewnatics.

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07: DIY

a. BrittaniLouiseTaylor: While exuding happiness, she’ll show you how to bling out pretty much anything you own. Then at the end of nearly every video, she’ll do a giveaway contest. WOO!

b. TheSorryGirls: These Canadian besties will give you the best home-made gift ideas for every holiday, as well as offer tips and ideas for costumes and parties.

c. TheMrKate: For the advanced crafter, Mr. Kate gives the coolest DIY ideas that will make you shout, “I want that!”

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Obviously I only graced a few of the HUNDREDS of awesome youtubers out there. I watch at least 3 hours of youtube a day (except for recently since I gave up youtube for lent. I know, I'm crazy), so I have a ton more channels to suggest. The cool thing about YouTube is that once you find someone you like, it’s not hard to find a bunch of other people that are similar to them.

Let me know if you'd like more categories or channel suggestions! :)

And yes, I stole my title for this post from Karen Kavett, but she's fantastic too, so check her out.