Christmas Wrapping/Baking Stuff!

I know this isn't a very typical topic to blog about but I love Christmas wrapping and decorating and I thought I'd share with what I bought this year! Even though I love buying wrapping paper and what not I like getting them on the value for money side of things as we all know the minute you go down the stairs on Friday or hand over the present the wrapping is all down the drain as we all are eager to open our presents (or this just may be the case in our household) therefore I don't like to get overpriced decorating items but at the same time I'd like it to be nice and sort of my style! I also like to go for a theme, I know some people like to buy all sort of styles and use them as wrapping but I tend to go a particular colour scheme and stick to that :) (does anyone else do this ?) This year I've went for the traditional Red and Gold theme with hints of maroon and green! I found all my items in Poundland! honestly the best place to go to for christmas decor as I also found some nifty christmas themes baking items which my sisters and I will use for our cupcakes etc. I hope this gives you an idea of where to go and let me know if you have a key place to buy crimbo decor. 

XXX T XXX

Beauty Fanatic's Christmas Wish List!

So We're all in the process of getting everyone's present ready (if you still haven't have a look at my unisex wish list here) but what do we want this year ? As a beauty lover there are some products that I've had my eye on that've been roaming around in the beauty community and I would love to try! Here are my top picks, is there any that you are looking forward to receiving on the big day ?

BECCA Highlighter in Champagne Pop £30.00 - Now if you haven't heard about this product then you've been under a rock! This is such a raved about product, it gives an illuminating glow to the skin and also brightens any complexion.  Although there are alternatives (see my MUA version here) for some reason you can't beat the original! Its now available in Space NK and it's definitely something I want to try as I've been really enjoying highlighter.
Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Palette £40.00 - I have to say I loved No Doubt and always thought Gwen was league on of her own when it came to female singers. When I first heard about this collaboaration I wasn't sure if it would be up my street as I thought colours would be OTT (as are some UD palettes) but once the pictures came out I couldn't believe how wearable the colours were! really lovely neutral colours with some hint of pinky colours which is what I like and UD shadows never fail to impress me.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Pro Contour Kit £39.00 - Now I have to say I have a love hate thing for contour, it doesn't always work well for my face shape but at the same time I think contouring helps get that "defined" look. That being said a lot of people have taken define to levels to I can't compare too but I think if you are looking to experiment with looks or just thinking of adding this to you professional kit this this would be great! It's powder form so it is more subtle than the cream form.
Huda Lashes £Varies - Now if you love following make up bloggers on Instagram then you know of the famous lashes created by fellow blogger Huda Khattan. These lashes are meant to be really well made and worth the price! So I definitely want to try this out.
Charlotte Tilbury Lipstick - £23.00 Now the packaging for this lipstick is to die for! I haven't tried anything from this brand yet so I think starting with the lipstick would be ideal and I have my eye on Birkin Brown (pictured above), In no doubt I'm sure the quality of the lipstick would be great as it's raved about by so many beauty bloggers.
Sunday Riley Juno Hydroactive Cellular Face Oil £70.00 - Now this is big money we're talking about! Although I've heard it's worth every penny of it. It's been a celeb and blogger fav and it's meant to be really good for the skin (for that price it better be!) and helps reduce dullness and boost radiance which for a mid twenties gal would be good...
Two Faced Born This Way Foundation £29.00 - I've seen a few WOC beauty bloggers/youtubers rave how flawless this foundation makes their skin and creates that high definition whilst also making your foundation look like second skin, very intrigued to try this!
Eccentric Molecules, Molecules 01 £65.50 - Now I'm pretty sure you can get smaller bottles of this if you want to try this out as again this products has been in the beauty blogging community for a long time. Essentially this perfume smells different on different people as it react to your skin (?) This is also a perfume that other people can smell even if you can't. I usually opt for sweet scents so it would be interesting to see what scent this would give off!

Hope you like this list, what would be on your wish list beauty wise?



XXX Tami XXX

Gifts for All! Unisex Gift Guide Under £20.00

Two weekends away from Christmas !?!

This month is literally going in a blink of an eye, currently struggling on what to get for friends and co-workers for Christmas and I'm assuming I'm not alone in this. If you have a lot of people to get presents for and need the odd present as a "back up" than look no further. I've gathered some gift ideas that I myself would love or if I was to give this to a male friend he would like it too! best thing about the stuff, its all under £20.00!

Harry Potter Box Set £19.99 - #Hogwartslover but i personally think any favourite boxset would be perfect as nowadays we all love to binge watch and this is great for people who love to collect DVD's.

Hemp Moisture Gift Set £8.00 - This is great as a stocking filler and will come in handy in the upcoming colder months and great for travel!

Groupon Spa Deals £Varies - If you think your person has every item they could possibly have then why not treat them to a spa deal, Groupon (or any discount website) do a lot of affordable ones and if you sign up to the website emails they send out a lot of extra offers! 

CK One Unisex EDT £12.99 - I think this might be a marmite product you either love it or hate it, I personally like strong scented perfumes and for the price and amount you get is brilliant! I'm still using my one I got from last Christmas. It's a Unisex EDT so it would be great for anyone as it suits both female/male.

Evil Eye Bracelet £4.50 - Saw this on Esty and thought it was lovely for anyone who is looking to buy understated jewellery that has good meaning behind it and because its small in size its great for layering with other jewellery...

Starbucks Tumbler £10.00 - Anyone starting a new job or travelling soon ? This would perfect for any coffee lover or anyone you know that has a long commute to take.

Globe bank £15.00 - A Detailed map and money box in one! this is my personal favourite and I'm hoping some loved ones are reading this! So perfect for anyone that is planning to save in general as t's not your everyday looking money box. 

Humans of New York Book £17.59 - if you know anyone who love's Brandon's Facebook page than this lovely to have, reading stories from the page makes you think about people around the world and the book is like a keepsake. Getting a book in general for avid readers is lovely especially if they have moved into a new house then a book would lovely for their coffee table..

Portable Phone Charger £9.95 - Ok so nowadays everyone is glued to their phone and for anyone that is complaining about not having enough battery would love this as this just sticks on to your phone like a cover! If you don't have an iPhone eBay have so many other models but I would keep an eye on the location of the seller as overseas parcels can take some time. 

Hope this is useful (I think my favourite is the globe bank) and let me know if you have any gift guides, because I love reading them :) 

All images taken from respective website and this post was not sponsored!

XXX T XX