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Doing CrossFit, lifting heavy, losing weight, & changing what I eat.
Gel nails at home – what I use from Amazon
As someone who loves painting their nails I had decided not to go down the gel nail route as I thought it would be a huge pain to remove and re do. But after a few trips to a salon to get gels done for special occasions and them just perfectly lasting for 2... read more
Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Bedroom Furniture Make Over
OK hands up who has loads of pine furniture left from the 90’s?
And mix in with that some IKEA Malm to kind of (not really) match it?
Well that is basically my before of the bedroom furniture.
I had read about Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and after some googling and Pinterest stalking, and asking on social media I confirmed that no prep was needed, except a wash down. And then it was one or two coats and a wax.…
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All I want for Christmas…
I mean would like obviously, not want, that is rude and grabby… But my wishes are quite simple, expensive but simple. But you know you have to aim high with these sorts of things… 1. Hush Piped Silk Pyjamas – £150 They are star print, do I need... read more
Swisse Vitamins for kids and adults review
It is the second week back at school and GAAAAAAHHHHH. Last week we started on Monday and so had full on after school stuff too, I was very glad to see 3:20 p.m. Friday (ignoring a really full on weekend but still….) It goes from the laid back summer holidays of... read more
Review of Pee-Wee’s Big Holiday on Netflix
A mystery box arrived yesterday, it was full of smaller boxes and an invitation to watch the new Netflix original film Pee-Wee’s Big Holiday. In the box was also a map to follow through the film, with pictures telling you when to open each of the little boxes... read more
Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Oil versus Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm
I discovered the Clinique Take the Day off (TTDO) Balm a year ago, through a combination of people talking about it on social media and Caroline Hirons putting it into her hall of fame. I had used tried a few cleansing balms and oils, and although this is boring as... read more
Season 2 for both Daredevil and DinoTrux out now on Netflix
Well that is the 2 boys in my life sorted for Netflix viewing over the next few weeks (or if I am not kidding myself days/week or so.) For the small boy, the new season of Dinotrux is out, if you are age 8 (or a bit younger/older) this is for you. Dinosaurs and... read more
Acne Pimple Master Patch Review | Ruth said I needed it
When Ruth over at A Model Recommends reviewed these last week I read through it thinking, they sound awesome, and when I clicked on the link I fully expected it to be a #20 job. But at around £5 the Acne Pimple Master Patches jumped straight into my basket and... read more
Primark Candle Review
I am obsessed with candles, especially in winter they just add to the cosiness of being indoors all warm and wrapped up. What I don’t like is spending money on expensive candles that smell gorgeous in the shop, only to get them home, light them and nothing. No... read more
Treating Hormonal Acne
I was going to call this ‘treating hormonal acne once you are over 40, but then realised there it is not just us super lucky ones still battling it at my age. There are lots fighting it from puberty onwards. At 41 I have never had totally clear skin, I have had... read more
Matalan Souluxe Activewear Review
I accidentally discovered the Matalan range of sportswear last year when I had popped in to look at their home stuff. It seems nearly all clothing shops have realised there is a gap in the market for cheaper spots wear. The only issue is that for most companies it... read more
This iron will change your life | Philips PerfectCare Steam Generator Iron Review
I love ironing. There I said it. OK well maybe it is more honest to say I love the result of ironing. Piles of beautifully smooth pillow cases, putting on crisp white cotton quilt covers without a wrinkle. Love it. The only things I don’t iron are underwear,... read moreFind me
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