| *Advent Calender* |

This is a little late, but something for you to try next Christmas.
Christmas 2016, I decided to buy and decorate an advent calendar. It took me longer than expected, but it was fun to do, and looks nice and christmasy.

Everything I used apart from the stars I got from hobbycraft, which if you are a student I believe you can get 10% off which is a bonus. I used hobbycraft as I have one near me and it had pretty much everything I wanted in that one shop, which is great.

You can decoration this however you wish, you could just use paint or you could decoupage it for example, or you can add different things/objects to it. Just use your imagination. However, if your like me, and need some inspiration or ideas, here is how I decorated mine:

Sweet and Sour Chicken

This is a lovely version of a take-out food, done at home. But a lot healthier and yummier in my opinion. This recipe is taken from the Hairy Bikers recipe book, called the Hairy Dieters.

Now I love their books. I have three of their healthy eating ones, and the ones I have tired have all been delicious. I am quite a fussy person when it comes to food, although not so much now thanks to these two. It has made me try new recipes, which before I wouldn't try and having the same old family meals, but healthier.

Wildlife Pond Update!!

Sorry guys it has been a while since I have last posted, but been a little busy. But I am back and I thought I would do a little update on my wildlife area, and show you guys what I have done so far. 

Baring in mind all these photos were taken a couple of weeks ago, so it has changed a bit, but I will do another update, as everything starts to grow more. 

DIY Pencil Holder

Recently my dad has got himself a new greenhouse, which I helped to build it. At the moment its looks fairly bare, as we haven't been able to plant much yet, as it has only been up for a couple of weeks. 

I thought I would do some bits and bob to add to it. I thought I would start with something simple, like a pencil pot, to keep all his pens, pencils, ruler etc, neatly inside.

St Clements Cheesecake

A yummy Cheesecake, perfect for a Sunday Lunch Dessert. I was quite surprised how yummy this turned out, as I was quite sceptical. For instance I normally use Philadelphia cream cheese, however, in this recipe it said to use ricotta cheese, which was a first. although delicious. 

In the Garden, Birds

Years ago we used to have lots of bird feeders around in our garden, however we stopped as we didn't get much interest from the birds, and we had cats. However, recently I have brought some new feeders and placed them up, to encourage more bird life back into our garden, since we do not have any cats at the moment. Since putting up a few birds feeders, we instantly got lots different species of birds visiting our garden.

Wildlife Pond, Park Four

This is the last part of my pond post, where I will mention what plants I plan to get when they come in season.

There are many different plants out there, and it can be hard to choose which ones, so hopefully, this helps a little to understand what you may need. 

Wildlife Pond, Part Three

In the post I will be mentioning what and how I lined my pond. What products I used, and the finished look before adding my plants. 

Before putting down any pond liner, ensure that you carefully remove any stones, or sharp objects that may penetrate the liner. 

Wildlife Pond, Part Two

In this post, I am going to show you the outline of my pond, and what shape I have done. As well as what shelving I decided to add.

Wildlife Pond, Part One

I have finally got round to doing my wildlife pond, in my garden. I wanted to do this late Summer, early Autumn, I unfortunately ran out of time. However, I have finally got it done, all I have left to do is to plant some wild flowers, make a small log pile, and find some pond plants in season to entice the frogs, and wildlife. 

Never Again...

Well as I said before, I was going to try new things. I certainly did last weekend, unfortunately for my dog.

Am I the only one?

This may be an odd thing to write, however, I just wondered if I am the only one. 

When I am on my way home, just before I get to my house. There are a couple of bends.

Now on the second bend there are cars parked on the side, so you have to go out to the middle to past them.

I'm Back

Sorry it has been a while, had a whirlwind couple of months. Just after I starting my first blog I decided to go back and start a new university course. Unfortunately it did not work out for me, due to different reasons. However, at the time it was quite stressful and I didn't know what I was doing for a while. Then as you all know with Christmas happening, and everything getting busier, I completely forgot to re-start my blog, and get back into it. 

Tangle Teezer

I have recently purchased this product, and I have no idea why I didn't sooner.

I love it, it is perfect for my hair, as it doesn't pull or yank my hair.

I also feel like it doesn't pull out as many hairs.

I mainly use this after the shower when my hair is wet, as it is perfect for that. As it is not as good with dry hair, personally.

Loaning :)

I have recently starting loaning my first horse. I have been wanting to for a while now, and have finally found one in my area.

I sort of loan two at the moment, at the same place. One is called Archie (who I mainly loan), and the other Tom.

AZATOM Storm

I have had these speakers, since Christmas, and I love them.

They are Bluetooth speakers, so you can carry your phone around with you and still have the music playing. They have a great sound, and can go quite loud.

In addition, you can put the volume up on the speakers high, that way you can change the volume by using your phone.

My dog!

I love my dog, so she deserves to be on my blog.

Now I am a total animal lover, and dogs are one of my main favourite animals.

People that don't like dogs, will never understand the love that a dog owner and a dog has. To me my dog is like my child, she can act like one, but thankfully can't speak! I do love her, and she is like a best friend to me.

Ed Sheeran

So, as many of you may know, Ed Sheeran played 3 nights at Wembley Stadium, 10th, 11th, and 12th July 2015.

Now I was very fortunate, to be able to go and see him with my boyfriend. We went on the 10/07/15, and we managed to get standing tickets, which were awesome!!! He had two supports act on that night, which were, Foy Vance, and One Republic.

Shabby Chic Painting!

I got this dressing table and stool a while back, and wasn't sure what to do with it. But I have finished the stool. Here is a before picture:

I have never painted or upholstered, so I thought I would give it ago. As I like they way you can change something looking a bit old and in need of some TLC, into something new and beautiful.

Lush Products

Hi there,

For some reason, I have never been to Lush or got any of their products. I know crazy right. So I thought it was due time, and I had a little nose on their website, as I have heard good reviews on their products. So I thought it was about time I purchased  a couple of products.