Small Homeware Haul

So at the end of this month I am moving into a flat on my own, I'm super excited and there was lots I couldn't wait to buy. I initially told myself I wouldn't buy anything but furniture before I moved in but that didn't happen.... Here is the start of many things I will buy!

I've had my eye on these tins on dotcomgiftshop for a while now (see my wishlist here) and when I saw them on sale for £6.95 at a local gift shop to me (website) I just couldn't resist!

From the same shop I got these pretty party straws for £2.95.

This is a random one but I wanted a matching toothbrush holder and soap dispenser so got these from Wilkinsons.

I thought this blackboard was so cute for the kitchen, It's from Marks and Spencers and was £12.

And finally, French Vanilla is my ultimate favourite scent from Yankee Candle but as it's discontinued now I got a tumbler on amazon for around £11 with postage. I've only ever had the tarts before so I'm saving this until I move in!

If you liked this post, stay tuned because I'll buying many more things to make my new place nice :)

Mini Haul: New Look and hmv

I thought I'd share with you a few things I bought recently or rediscovered!


New Look:

I picked up this jumper, It's super cosy. I liked the floral print and the blue colour and I think the crochet shoulders dresses it up a little and adds interest. £16.99

This bag was a 'have to have it' purchase. I needed a smaller handbag and wear a lot of navy, I love the tassels too. I actually saw this a couple of weeks ago in the window and loved it, I looked around and couldn't see it so I asked the assistent and there was only one left in the back, it was fate! £12.99

I picked up three pairs of socks for £4 because I was in need. Sorry, I'm wearing the other pair but they are really cute and fun.

Also, something I wanted to share with you that I've recently rediscovered was a phone case I bought back 

in the summer from hmv for £9.99. I tend to swap my phone cases quite often but normally go for the cheaper variety on ebay. I'm happy I found this again as it's good quality and has been admired by lots of my friends. I love the telephone box picture as it's so typically British!

Christmas sales haul

Hey I thought I'd share with you guys what I picked up in the sales, not much actually! I went to the Trafford Centre in Manchester and it was really busy, I didn't really feel like battling with everyone to try dresses on in clothes shops but I need a dress for New Year so hopefully I'll have more luck tomorrow.

I needed shampoo so I picked up these Aussie goodies on 3 for £10 at Boots

I picked up TBS cucumber cleansing milk and vanilla bliss shower gel for £2 each but I used the £3 card I got in Glamour Magazine so they cost me £1, bargain!

Excuse the picture quality but I also got these Muji drawers, make up storage post to follow!

What I got for Christmas 2012

I hope everyone had a very merry christmas, I certainly did.

I wanted to share some of the things I got for christmas, mostly beauty things!
Disclaimer: I know these posts are controversial but I love reading other people's and am not intending to show off, I just wanted to share some of the things that I got and will be reviewing in future.

here are my stocking pressies :)

Yay Lush!

My mum explained that the Revlon nail polish was free :)

MUA Pallette in Starry Night which I already love.

I was so excited by these, Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Honey and Lovesick.

Soap and Glory Best of All set, yay!

And I was lucky enough to get three new pandora charms! The jewellery box, the snowflake and the present.

I look forward to reading your Christmas hauls and sales hauls, those of you who choose to post them.

Recent Purchases

Hello, Welcome again to my new blog!
This post is a review of some products that I have recently bought.

So the first thing is a concealer. I had been using Benefit's Confessions of a concealaholic set since April and was loving both shade 1 and 2 of Boiing concealer on different areas of my face. But it was running out so I headed to the Benefit counter, however, I wanted to carry on using two shades and didn't really want to spend £33 since Boiing is £16.50. So, I looked around and found this-

Soap&Glory's Kick Ass Concealer

 which incluses 'under eye brightening concealer with 'Puffease', Superwear face concealer and sealing powder.

The sides label steps 1, 2 and 3. So after I've put my foundation on I use the under eye concealer on the right, the face concealer on the left then use the puff and translucent setting powder.

(sorry the photo was taken after I used it!)

I actually really love this product, It's hard to tell whether the setting powder does make the concealer and foundation stay on longer but it makes my skin feel soft and smooth. I'm sold on this alternative as it is much cheaper.

Boots Price: £7 

Ecotools Bamboo foundation brush

So I bought this recently and love how soft and easy to use it is, the texture is brilliant for foundation and I can't see myself using any other brushes. I would say go and feel one in the shop, I don't think you'll be disappointed!

Boots Price: £7.99

Ecotools Bamboo 6 piece brush set

At the time I bought the foundation brush I also bought a cheaper brand blusher brush and found it really harsh on my face. So I returned and bought this set which contains- Blusher brush, concealer brush, eyeshadow brush, angled eyeliner brush and lash and brow groomer.

I was not disappointed! These brushes feel so nice and work really well for their purpose. The concealer brush is a different texture like the foundation brush but all are really soft and lovely to use. I think it's definitely worth spending more money on these, and the set is a good deal.

Boots Price: £15.99

Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor Deep Conditioner 

I've had this before and it does wonders for my hair. However, using it too often makes it greasy so I only use it every 2/3 weeks, hence I got the travel size. This makes my hair smell yummy and just makes it feel all soft and nourished.

Travel size price: £1.69 (I think)

St Moriz Instant self tanning mousse

So I recently broke my fake tanning virginity. Well, kind of. I've used moisturising gradual tanners before but ended up with horrible orange patches and streaks so I was scared to try the real deal. Anyway, a friend told me she uses this and thinks it's as good as the more expensive brands (St Tropez.etc.) so at £4 I thought i'd give it a go.

Verdict- Pretty good! I used it with a mitt on my legs and it applied relatively easy and smoothly, I followed the instructions on the bottle about moisturing.etc. So I'm quite impressed, it dried pretty quickly and actually doesn't look that faded after a shower, since it is only temporary. I think I may get into the habit of using this. I bought it from a factory shop and my friend says you can get it from Home Bargains.etc. There is also a lotion and spray available.

Price: £4

There we go, I hope you liked this post and look forward to more!