BLOGMAS DAY 6: DIY PROSECCO CHRISTMAS CUPCAKES (V, DF)

Q U I CK & E A S Y    F E S T I V E    P R O S E C C O    

A N D   R U M   C U P C A K E S (V) 

 Hello Lovelies and welcome to B L O G M A S   D A Y   #6

Today, I have created a super fun recipe perfect for christmas parties, and even CHRISTMAS DAY.

These are vanilla cupcakes from Sainsburys, with PROSECCO AND RUM flavored icing. They are incredibly easy to make, take seconds & taste incredible; the perfect addition to your christmas party for accompanying with a glass of FIZZ. 

These are Vegetarian and Dairy Free.

BLOGMAS DAY 5: DIY VANILLA SPICE LATTE (DF, VG, GF)

H A P P Y    B L O G M A S   D A Y   5

How are we already 5 days into blogmas already, it just doesn't seem real!

I am loving all the festive content though, and it has 100% put me in the festive mood.

Today I have created a Christmas recipe that is Vegan, Dairy Free, and Gluten Free. Anyone can enjoy it, its QUICK, SIMPLE, AND TASTES INCREDIBLE.

*It also makes your WHOLE house smell of christmas*

At the bottom of this post is a free recipe card you can save and print out or Pin to Pintrest, so you can make this whenever you like.

BLOGMAS DAY 4: INSPIRATIONAL CHRISTMAS FILM QUOTES YOU NEED TO KNOW

M O T I V A T I O N A L   M O N D A Y 

Merry Blogmas Day 4 lovelies!

Today is Monday and I am continuing my #MotivationalMonday Series to bring you my favorite inspirational Christmas Film Quotes-from the likes of ELF, The Grinch, The Santa Clause, and The Holiday! 

The afternoons are now non-existent, hello pitch black at 3.30. The cold is officially here, and we still have work, plus the added pressure of buying and wrapping gifts and writing and sending christmas cards. Christmas is meant to be the most wonderful time of the year, but boy can it be stressful! (Read last weeks post if you want to know my tips on dealing with stress at this time of year!) 

So here are some uplifting motivational christmas quotes to get you feeling in the mood for some christmas cheer. 

BLOGMAS DAY 3-STOCKING FILLER GIFT GUIDE

S T O C K I N G   F I L L E R   G I F T   G U I D E

LESS THAN £25

You join me today sat with the fire going, sipping on some christmas tea, and enjoying Merry Madegascar-That Obvious  Christmas Classic. 

Today, I wanted to share some products that I've picked up in the hope of giving you some inspiration for gifts yourselves. I've included some INCREDIBLE bargains that I have found: from the likes of Biscuteers, Jo Malone,  YSL, and Lancome. 

So grab a hot chocolate, get comfy and have a read!

Very SS18 Press Event-Whats In My Bag?

Yesterday, I was invited to London to preview the VERY.COM Spring Summer Home ware collection; #VERYSS18.

This meant I came away with a goodie bag packed full of jewellery, stationary, and beauty; from the likes of Cath Kidstone, NYX, and ChloBo. I wanted to share them all with you as I think they would make amazing stocking fillers or cute christmas gifts for friends.

BLOGMAS DAY2: VERY.COM EVENT & London Shopping

#VERYSS18 PRESS EVENT AND LONDON SHOPPING

It was very surreal on Wednesday, doing a freezing cold train journey, seeing all the festive London Christmas lights and then entering into the world of Very.com spring summer 2018.

Spring Summer 18 Homeware Trends:

The trends I spotted straight away were Pink and Grey-you are going to need to introduce this colour scheme into your rooms come Spring Summer. Moroccan Prints and Vibes- How cut are the tea light holders, I already own one of these and cant wait to get it out for Spring Summer. Finally, its already huge and it looks like its here to stay-that being brushed sequins. I've seen this already in fashion...Its massive, and it looks like its going to be headed for our room decor too! 

I hope you like this little sneak peak into the very 2018 collection! I'd love to know your favorite piece and which trend you are most looking forward to! 

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BLOGMAS DAY 1: MY NOVEMBER FAVORITES

H A P P Y   B L O G M A S     L O V E  L I E S

For my first Blogmas post, I had to do my November favorites!



I've hit the shops in November and found some real gems; including a bargain pair of Kurt Geiger Boots, and Tanyas Christmas and Some Kind of Wonderful by Gi Fletcher which I bought with my sainsburys points! I've also been shopping my stash and bringing out some old faithfuls-Like my Urban Decay eye shadow palette, and my Cath Kidstone Mug.

I've included a real selection from Beauty to Books and Boots, and I hope you will enjoy reading about the products I've been loving throughout December! .

Make sure to follow me on Bloglovin to keep up to date with all my Blogmas posts.

How to beat the overwhelming feeling of S T R E S S

M O T I V A T I O N A L    M O N D A Y 

Hello lovelies!

Its that time of the week again where I share some Monday Motivation to help get you through the week, as positively as possible.

This week I've been feeling so overwhelmed. Works getting crazy busy, I've had Laryngitis, and I feel so behind on BLOGMAS. 

Today I wanted to write this for anyone else who is in a similar situation to me; where you love christmas but the chaos of it all is starting to make your mind turn to mush! 

Christmas is about slowing down and enjoying time with your family. Don't sweat the small stuff. Focus on Happiness, great food, and even better company. 

Here are a few of my favorite things this time of the year, to remind myself to make sure they are a frequent part of my life, and to not get bogged down by anything too menial. 

Despite having a very hectic afternoon, this morning I did manage to fit in a couple of hours to enjoy a super cute hot chocolate at a farm cafe in the middle of nowhere with my Mum, Uncle, Nanna, and Granddad. It was so nice to see people who mean the world to me and always help to make me feel better no matter what.

I'd love to know what your favorite things are-comment below and let me know!

have you read:

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY: MY LETTER TO A WORRIED MIND

Christmas Jumper Haul & Try On 2017

The Body Shop Gift Guide (haul)

So the other day I somehow found myself in the body shop, putting a TON of their new autumn winter range into my basket. I did manage to get £17 off though with my o2 voucher and a sale already in the store-honestly they have so many good promotions on at the moment if you are thinking of getting anything then I would highly recommend going in now! 

I wanted to share the festive pieces I got, I did get some other bits check out my October faves for the foundation I picked up, as I said a fair bit of damage was done but it was soooo worth it. 

Body Shop Haul:

Frosted Plumb Star Soap
Spiced Apple
Vanilla Chai Tree Soap
Spiced Apple
Vanilla Pumpkin Shower Gel
Vanilla Pumpkin Hand Moisturiser
Frosted Berries Heart Soap

  Have your tried any of these products? If not which would you most like to try? 

Spending over £600 in TOPSHOP!?

M Y     T O P S H O P   W I S H    L I S T

Hey Lovelies!

I hope you are all well!

Time for another Monday post, and today I'm mixing things up and sharing my current TOPSHOP wishlist. I usually do these monthly check out my last post here and there are so so many things I want this month; especially with the release of the CHRISTMAS products! So I thought it was about time I wrote another one. This also follows last nights online shopping, where I sat and put everything I was after in my basket, and it turns out it comes to almost £600!

I am waiting for the black Friday sales and my friends and family discount before I commit to buying anything, so expect a haul in the next few weeks after the damage is done!

I did buy a few bits in town today so I'll also do a mini haul at the end of this post!

I really hope you enjoy a sneak peak into my style, and I'd love you to comment below your favorite piece! I have also set up a TOPSHOP WISHLIST on my pintrest which you can follow to keep up to date with my constantly changing fashion lusts-also pleaseeee comment your pintrest pages below if you have them, I love following everyone over on there :)

Topshop Socks 

All these socks are 3 for £8 and £3.50 each-the Calvin Kleins' are £8 :)

Double bobble hat £14, Bobble Hat £14, Scarf Shoes £20, Beret £12, Shoes £26

Wrap £39, Cardi £42, Jumper £39, Grey Cardi £42

Coat £ , Knit £24, top £19, Sweat £35

Skirts:

£29, £29, £36

Playsuit:£39, Trousers: £42, Leggings: £26, Cardigan : £36

Haul Adidas, Steve Madden and Festive Wrapping Paper

I popped into TKMAXX today and found a few bargains that I had to share with you! I found these adidas trainers I've wanted for AGES for £30, A Steve Madden hat covered in stars...if you dont know I am kinda obsessed, and a dachshund print wrapping paper-possibly the cutest you will see this winter!