Monday 31 December 2012

2012: Flashback

Time really does seem to fly by as you get older, doesn't it?!

2012 has had it's ups and downs like any other year, but all in all, it's been pretty good! I've been to Wales, Scotland, Morocco and Norway and have had lots of weekends away here and there with the bf.. I even persuaded him to go camping!

I started the year in a hot tub at our family cabin in Norway with beautiful white snow falling from the skies and spent my very first Christmas in England - and was not at all surprised when it rained.. I've swapped jobs - twice and learned how to drive on the WRONG side of the road.. And of course - I started a blog!

It's been eventful and I can't wait to see what 2013 has in store..

Bring it on!

















Hope you're all enjoying the last day of 2012 and that you're all prepared for an even better 2013!

x

Friday 21 December 2012

We're alive!

For those of you who thought the world would end today at 11.11 - I bet you're well happy now! And maybe you feel just a little bit silly for buying that underground bomb shelter?!

Anyways - I've had a great morning! Before work, I went to the Post Office to pick up one final gift, so now I'm all sorted.. Bring on 5pm and five days off work! Having said that, though, I do really like this job.. This was waiting for me on my desk when I got in this morning...



Have a great day everyone!

x

Tuesday 18 December 2012

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

And I could not be happier.. Unless there was snow - obviously!

I love, love, love Christmas and I'm very excited now that there's only 6 more sleeps until Christmas Eve.. Less than a week, and this year I'll be celebrating twice... Norwegian Christmas and British Christmas..
That's right - two rounds of presents and two rounds of food.. Or, who am I kidding, there will rounds and rounds of food!!









One more gift to get and then I'm done!

x

Monday 17 December 2012

I won!!!

I'm the most unlucky person ever, but today I got a VERY nice email saying that I won a competition I entered on Polliani's blog. All you had to do was find the perfect gift for him and her - on ebay, and combined it had to be less than £100. And the winner gets - £100 to spend on ebay!!!



Happy days indeed!

And what a fantastic start to the week :D

x

Wednesday 12 December 2012

Bargain Tuesday - a day late

Hi guys!

For some reason, I keep thinking it's Tuesday - and must have thought yesterday was Monday.. What am I like?!! I had this post all sorted, but forgot to actually put it on.. Anyways, here you have this week's (in my opinion - very good) bargains..

Time to glam up for the festive season!





Hope you're having a good one!

x
















Tuesday 11 December 2012

The finished product

So I got home after work and was beyond excited to make my Norwegian Christmas cookies - only to find that the dough was ROCK hard.. I never thought I would be able to get anywhere with it, but patience certainly is a virtue! After leaving it out  for a while and working with it for aages, I finally got my precious cookies..








Result!!

x



Monday 10 December 2012

Norwegian Christmas cookies in the making

Aaaah, I've had the best start to the week!

Work flew by, I've done yoga, had a bath, had a lovely dinner AND made dough for my favourite Norwegian Christmas cookies... As it's best to leave it in the fridge overnight, I guess I'll just have water or something until tomorrow.. Boring!

I'll let you know how they turn out, though...








Time to get to bed...

See you soon!

x

Sunday 9 December 2012

Pictures from the markets

Hi, everyone!

How's your weekend?

I've had a great time, and am definitely feeling that Christmas spirit!

We headed over to Manchester quite early yesterday and spent a few hours in and amongst the markets before we headed to the hotel for a little break.. I even had a sneaky little nap.. Luxury!

When we headed back out for some food, it was raining and quite miserable to be honest.. But it didn't take long before that was all forgotten and we had some  burgers, drinks and sweeties.. We also brought back a little picnic to the hotel with wine, cheese and crackers..

Life is good!!!













Hope you're all well!

x





Friday 7 December 2012

Pimp my phone

I must say that I'm  loving this case that was waiting for me when I got home today!!! Even better - it only cost me £3.. Gotta love ebay!



I can see that it's covered in sugar now, though.. And there's only one explanation...




God, how I miss Swedish pick'n'mix shops!!! Scandinavian people will understand why.. They're the size of supermarkets..   Big ones! Amazing how we're not as fat as Americans!

Catch you in the morning!

x



Tip of the day

Want a new dress for Christmas, or simply a little sneaky treat - head over to Mango for 20% off the whole online shop.. Just use code 5EUSHOPDAY.

I'm having a major crush on this dress, and am hoping Santa will bring it for Christmas!









Hope you're having a great week and that you have something to look forward to over the weekend!

x

Manchester Christmas Markets

Good morning all!

Happy it's Friday?

Bring on tomorrow, I say - a day which will be filled with food and drink from the Manchester Christmas Markets.. I've been twice before, so I know it's going to be good! This time, we're staying the night, and let's just say that I am VERY excited :)



Picture borrowed from the Visit Manchester Website.


What better way to get into the Christmas Spirit?!

x

Thursday 6 December 2012

Wanted: leather effect polish

Whilst I could do without the skulls - they're really not my style - I LOVE this leather effect polish from Nails Inc.. Alexa Chung has created a real craze for this polish which, mind you, is not even out until December 13th. It's definitely on my wish list!




 Hey, If it's good enough for Alexa, it's good enough for me!




Picture borrowed from Side2.


x

Wednesday 5 December 2012

I might not have a Christmas tree..

But I do have flowers, a vase filled with baubles and the best advent calendar in the world! Seriously, Lindt all the way.. A good start to the day every day until Christmas!!






Have a good day everyone!

x



Tuesday 4 December 2012

Gala Gonzales

First of all - what a cool name!

Gala is a Spanish born - mega hit - fashion blogger with her own clothing line .. Now she has teamed up with Gina Tricot as stylist and model for their new party collection..

Whilst I'm not a massive fan of the pieces, I do really like the pictures..










Go Gala!

x

Monday 3 December 2012

A day out in Liverpool


Yesterday, me and the bf went into town for some shopping and cultural awareness.. I'm not sure about you, but modern art is really not my cup of tea! However, we did go to the Maritime Museum which had a display on about the Titanic.. Much better! The highlight, though, must have been coffee and cake at this really cool coffee shop I've wanted to go to for ages...

Happy days!





Oh yes, and a Praline Mocha whilst I was waiting for the bf...


Hope you're having a great Monday!

x

Friday 30 November 2012

More gift ideas

It's always good with some brainstorming when it comes to gift ideas, so I thought I would share five more tips with you :)

1. Perfume - just make sure you do your research and get one that your friend actually likes! There's nothing worse than getting perfume that makes you smell like an old lady or just stink...

2. A refill automiser... I want one!

3. Scarves - who can ever have enough?!

4. A watch - I quite like this one from Asos.. As it says "once upon a time", you could give it along with a framed picture  - to remind someone of a special/funny memory you've shared...

5. Electric lash curler - seriously, it IS the best invention since sliced bread! It makes all the difference.. I have one from ModelCo, but I'm sure any will do..





Hope I can be of help, or that you can get some inspiration from these items..

Have a lovely morning!

x







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