April Purchases

Happy Sunday!

As we're approaching the end of April I've decided to look back and share with you my purchases this month. Let's begin!

Bastite Dry Shampoo - Original 200ml (£2.99 Boots)

I haven't used this product yet however I've heard from others that it's supposed to be a good one? 

The Body Shop Peach Body Mist (£7.50 The Body Shop)

I absolutely love this body mist. My friend recommended it to me and she couldn't have been more right! It's very light but has a very tropical/fruity smell. Love it.

Paperchase Cards (On sale £0.50 - £1.00)

Black hair grips (£1.49 Boots)

Not Particularly interesting or anything...

Sudocream (£2.99 Boots) 

I read over on 'Beauty, Lifestyle, Ramblings' that if you put just a little blob of sudocream on a spot overnight (yes I'm aware it's for babies' bums) then your spot will disappear for the next day. Thus, I decided to go out and buy it and try it the next time I have a mahoosive spot.

'Born Lippy' - Watermelon Lip Balm (£2.00 The Body Shop)

I read over on another blog that a lipbalm from The Body Shop was one of her favourites and as I was in need of a new one (I'm a massive lip balm consumer) I decided to buy this one as it was relatively cheap too (definitely not suggesting that looking at the cheapest item is the best was to make purchases).



Bun Wrap (£3.50 Claire's)

I'm not a big fan of Claire's and wouldn't usually buy anything from there however as I was looking around with my friends I caught my eye on this bun wrap and absolutely loved it. In fact I absolutely loved most of the bun wraps there. It's such a cute accessory to add when you're having a bad hair day and so simple to put on!

Khaki Coat (£22.99 New Look)                          Black Jersey Skater Skirt (£7.99 New Look)  

 I absolutely love these three new pieces of clothing! All three items go so well with so many other clothes in my wardrobe and the skirt fits me perfectly around the waist (which is unusual as I have a very small one which makes it hard to find trousers that fit). 

(Unfortunately I could not find the T-shirt online therefore could not put the link on my blog.)

 I hope you've enjoyed this week's post and I shall see you next week! 

Sharleen x

The TMI Tag

Happy Easter!

I've been tagged by Nicole Bartlett from Beauty, Lifestyle, Ramblings to do the TMI Tag. Do also check out her one (by clicking on her blog name) because I think her answers are just brilliant! Righty roo, let's get started!



1: What are you wearing? 

A navy blue button up shirt with foxes on, a dark red thin pullover thing, a treble clef necklace, a black A-line skirt, white lacy ankle socks and grey plimsolls. I know it sounds weird but it does match, I promise.


2: Ever been in love? 

My bed and I have a pretty special relationship.

 3: Ever had a terrible breakup? 

Nope.

 4: How tall are you?

156.5 cm which is 5ft 1.


5: How much do you weigh? 

Not important ;)


6: Any tattoos? 

Nein.

 7: Any piercings? 

One set of piercings on my ears.


8: OTP? 

Katniss and Peeta (I shall not state the ship name. Too awkward.)


9: Favourite show? 

Of course it has to be Friends!


 10: Favourite bands? 

I don't really listen to many bands but it would probably be 'Queen'.


11: Something you miss?

 When I was 3 years old and homework was non-existent in my life.


 12: Favourite song?

Lately I've really been into Happy by Pharrell Williams.



13: How old are you? 

I'm not too sure if it's okay to say or not.


 14: Zodiac sign? 

Libra.


15: Quality you look for in a partner? 

Be yourself.


16: Favourite Quote? 

"Always find a reason to smile".


 17: Favourite actor?

Assuming it includes women, at the moment I really love Jennifer Aniston and her movies.


 18: Favourite colour? 

Pink! (but lately I quite like blue as well).


 19: Loud music or soft? 

That's too general. I like it to be medium but a medium volume that is nearer to loud. (That didn't make any sense did it?)


 20: Where do you go when you're sad?

In my room on the floor. (That actually sounds really sad, haha.)


21: How long does it take you to shower? 

Usually about 20 - 25 minutes. I have long hair okay?!


 22: How long does it take you to get ready in the morning? 

About 1 hour.


23: Ever been in a physical fight? 

Never and I hope it stays that way, haha.


 24: Turn on?

Someone who has talent in the arts.


25: Turn off? 

When you pick your nose (as anyone's turn off would be).


  26: The reason I started blogging? 

I discovered that my friend was doing it and then thought to myself, "Why the hell not?"


27: Fears? 

Right. Brace yourselves. Dogs, Footballs, spiders (or any insects for that matter), strangers, trains, rats and mice, pigeons and those are the main ones. (I may have a problem...)


28: Last thing that made you cry? 

I think it was a few weeks ago regarding GCSE options.


29: Last time you said you loved someone? 

I said 'I love you' to my mum on the phone 2 days ago.


30: The meaning behind your blog name? 

 Well, it's my real name so...  

31: Last book you read? 

 It was a book in French called 'Menestel, le tout puissant'.

32: The book you're currently reading?

'The Hunger Games'.

33: Last show you watched? 

'Glee'.

34: Last person you talked to? 

My sister.
 
35: The relationship between you and the person you last texted? 

It was my mummy.


36: Favourite food?

Waffles and sushi!


37: Place you want to visit?

New York.


38: Last place you were? 

Locally: A shopping centre.
Abroad: Brittany, France.


39: Do you have a crush?

Mr Harry Shum :)

40: Last time you kissed someone? 

Yeah... moving on...


 41: Last time you were insulted? 

Hmm... I think it was quite a few months ago.


42: Favourite flavour of sweet? 

Mint!


43: What instruments do you play?

I self teach a little bit of basic piano (VERY little) to accompany my voice.


44: Favourite piece of jewellery?

A necklace that I was given for Christmas that has a little elephant on.

45: Last sport you played? 

Hockey.


46: Last song you sang? 

'Make You Feel My Love' by Adele.


 47: Favourite chat up line?

I don't like chat up lines and would never use one but I find "If you were a bogey I'd pick you first" hilarious.

48: Have you ever used it?

 Evidently according to my answer for question 47, I haven't.


 49: Last time you hung out with anyone?

I went shopping on Wednesday with a few friends.


50: Who should answer these questions next? 

I tag you all! (If you want to of course.)

Well then, that is it. I'm aware that this was a very long post (hopefully you didn't mind too much) nevertheless, I shall see you next week!

Ta-ta!

Mini Egg Cookies

Heyo!

Since Easter is approaching I wanted to bake something within the theme. I had a little look online and I came across this recipe on the GoodToKnow website. It looked easy enough so I of course had a go. They turned out great and tasted amazing.



Ingredients:

*100g Butter

*100g Light Brown Sugar

*1 Medium Egg

*200g Self Raising Flour

*1 Pack Mini Eggs

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (Gas mark 4) and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.

2. Add all the ingredients (except the mini eggs) into a large mixing bowl. Then use a spoon or your hands to combine together into dough. Tip: The ingredients were too dry thus it wouldn't stick together to make a doughy mixture. To solve this problem I added a "pinch" or two of water. DO NOT add more than a "pinch" at a time as it can get too moist very quickly.



3. Put half of the pack of mini eggs in a small cellophane/sandwich bag. Crush the eggs using the top of a rolling pin.

4. Evenly knead the crushed mini eggs into the dough.

5. Using the dough, make golf sized balls, flatten them and put them on a baking tray. Tip: If you want smaller cookies, make the balls about half the size of a golf ball.

6. Push a few of your remaining mini eggs into your cookies.

7. Put in the oven for 7 - 10 minutes. Tip: Remove immediately when they are slightly golden. DO NOT wait for them to harden in the oven. They will do that when they cool down.

8. Leave to cool for about 15 minutes.

I really do recommend this recipe. It's super easy and looks very cute. My sister couldn't even believe they were homemade.

If you would like to see the original recipe on the GoodToKnow website click on the link:

http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/recipes/540381/chunky-mini-egg-cookies

Good Luck!

Sharleen x 

Lush Haul

 

 

Happy Sunday!

 

Two weeks ago I went out into central London and bought a few items from lush (hence the title 'Lush Haul'). Apologies for the not so fantastic photos. It was late therefore, there was poor lighting and I was very tired.

 Nevertheless, enjoy!

 

 

Honey Bee (£3.25) - Bath Bomb

Last week I tried the 'Honey Bee' bath bomb and it smelt great however, once I drained all the water out, the colour of the bath bomb stuck to the bath tub and stained it! I do not recommend this product (unless you want to be scrubbing at your bath tub for half an hour).

Sea Vegetable (£3.10 per 100g) - Soap



Stepping Stone (£2.95) - Foot Scrub



Golden Egg (£3.50) - Bath Bomb

 

Although the 'Golden Egg' does look a bit

like a potato in the photo, it looked a

lot better in the shop with all the sparkle

 and glitter still on. 

Space Girl (£2.25) - Bath Bomb
 

That is it guys! I shall see you next week.

 

Sharleen x