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..

Snood - Gina Tricot // Electric lash curler - No7 // Perfume automiser - Amazon // Flora by Gucci // Watch - Asos

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

Have a lovely morning!

x

Christmas shopping and a glass of wine

That's how we do!

After work last night, I headed over to the retail park to pick up some Christmas gifts - which was much needed after the Glasgow fiasco! As I was on a roll, I thought I would do some internet shopping as well, and I must say that it is even more enjoyable with a glass of wine!

Bring on December!!!

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Glasgow here we come!

Yay!

Me and the bf are going to Glasgow for a long weekend and I'm super excited.. As the bf will be spending most of the day tomorrow working, I'll get to explore the city by my self and to do a bit of shopping.. Yeah buddy!

Glasgow by night

Did I mention I'm excited?!

Have a great night everyone!

x

Monday morning blues and brown cheese

Good morning!

How was your weekend?

I went to Wales with the bf, but it didn't really go as planned.. On Saturday we got soaked as it was pouring down, so we didn't really see much of Caernarfon..We managed to do some Christmas shopping, though, before we headed back to the hotel.. Then we both fell asleep before 9pm!!

At some point during the night, I woke up panicking as I couldn't breath - oh yes, I'm having a cold.. AGAIN... So our nice, long walk was cancelled - but of course the weather was lovely!

On our way home, we stopped by the bf's mum for dinner...  She had been to Harrods in London earlier in the week and had brought back some Norwegian brown cheese for me - my favourite!!

I might be sick, but at least I can enjoy one of the best combos in the world - brown cheese and Lipton Blue Fruits tea! Yeah buddy!

Hope you're having a nice start to the week!

x

Christmas shopping - my top tips

Picture borrowed

The annual christmas shopping is dreaded by many, as lefts face it - there's a lot of money to be spent on gifts, food, drink etc. So today I thought I would share some tips on how to get some bang for your buck when it comes to getting gifts for your loved ones.

Remember, it's not about how much money you spend - it's about getting gifts that will light up the faces of  those you love :) With a bit of creativity you can get them something really special..

Ok, so let's start with the obvious - start early, set a budget and be organised.. I always keep a list of who I have to shop for, and usually plan what to get them before hitting the shops. That way, I already have a budget in mind and can look for something I know they'll like, instead of getting stressed by the hustle and bustle of the high street.. Christmas shopping should be fun!!

If you, like me, hate crowds, spend your time online - there's loads of bargains to be had!! My absolute top tip is to check out jewellery on sale - fantastic gifts at a fraction of the price.. Debenhams and Argos for example always have a great selection!

Looking for dvds or box sets? Check out supermarkets for big discounts! They also have lots of cheap books..

Another tip is to save your Boots points and really make them count on their 3 for 2 offers leading up to Christmas.. The only thing better than reasonable gifts must be FREE gifts.. Win-win!! Visit their website here.

What to get your grandparents, aunts or maybe your in-laws? They probably have everything they need, so I would suggest making them something, as it is far more personal, and I'm sure they'll really appreciate it! The sky is the limit, you can make photo albums, knit something, bake something etc.

Last year I made Norwegian cookies for the bf's mum and dad, and also found a brilliant gift you could give to everyone, really, but perfect for those with kids - something for them to do together.. Cookies in a jar - Google it!! You can pick your favourite recipe and layer the ingreditents in a jar as you see fit. You can also decorate the jar and add a nice note with the instructions.. Fab!

There are so many ways to make your money last longer, and I hope you're all being sensible! Christmas is not about out-shining your friends and family with the most expensive gifts.. At least that's my opninion...

Hope you're having a great day and that my tips can be of some help..

Catch you later!

x