Xmas gift ideas

image by caroline bartholomew (me)

Hey girls and guys, Christmas is approaching pretty quick now already since october many stores have already had in xmas bits from gift sets to wrapping paper decorations.

even tho christmas is the anniversary of my nan's death I agreed to do the post,

as i love showing you what things are on the market,

As well as keeping my brain busy with blogging.

I know some of you may dread christmas and others love christmas,

but stocking filler sells many items not only for christmas these amazing things,

can be gifted for birthdays, or just a treat for yourself or a friend.

So here goes hope you enjoy reading feel free to ask any questions you may have.

Gifts

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(Additional information for each product can be found on the website)

Gifts I like, or think are amazing.

ZOMBIE Gnome

I don't have a garden but I really adore this zombie gnome.

I think it's really unusual and cool i do like weird and wonderful things.

perfect for all year round or for halloween mr zombie gnome is puka.

Wow I love this tetris light brings back memories of playing it as a child.

I think the light is also unusual and cool as I  said i do love my weird and wonderful things this would look good in a gaming room to go with the theme really well.

Gifts think my hubby would like.

well he as always talked about having a newton's cradle before.

So with this one being able to light up i think he would enjoy it more,

With having his own company ThinkMill Design this would be perfect for his desk.

Well drones are the in thing at the moment especially ones with cameras on.

Perfect for photography and filmmaking or just having fun.

my hubby would love this as he always talking about drones and how cool they are.

Gifts I think my daughter would like

slimy gooey fun my daughter loves gooey slimy fun.

I think gelli baff would be a great gift I have heard many good things about gelli bath,

From my friends who have kids themselves, and I think chloe would really love this.

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The Bungee bouncer  Looks fun and something my daughter would love,

She is always bouncing around on the sofa and bed this would be a perfect gift.

I think it is great so she can bounce on the go to use up any excess energy.

This which i have already ordered.

You can find many more gifts on stocking fillers website.

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there is also many cool products at one of my fave shops menkind

some of my faves are

selfie stick 

Adult Space hopper

chocolate fountain 

So That is all for now guys and girls,

Hope you have enjoyed looking at what gifts stocking fillers do.

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THANKS FOR READING
CAROLINE

Feel free to leave comment below or email me.

What gifts do you like from stocking fillers?

What gift do you think your family would love the most?

Are you planning on buying from stocking fillers?

Please note images of products were from stocking filler website.

I Love Pink Marshmallow

Hey guys and girls well I back with another I love cosmetics post.

Last time If you remember I reviewed the peachy one.

if you wish you can read the peachy I  love post.

This time I love cosmetics have sent me marshmallow fragrance gift set.

I must be honest here i am not a fan of eating marshmallows.

Anyway I have not paid for the product  but this as always will not affect my thoughts.

Little bit from the company.

I Love... is a bath, body and beauty brand that lovingly creates gorgeous, deliciously scented products. The collection is bursting with ideas, inspiration and happiness. They are fun and sensuous and encapsulate memorable and delectable scents that transport the user to a different place, evoking powerful memories and injecting a little piece of happiness into their lives. I Love…offers a wide range of products and flavours from bubble bath to shower gel, lip balm to lip gloss, body butters to body lotion, in mouth watering flavours like mango & papaya, raspberry & blackberry and mint choc chip, offering an affordable everyday treat to anyone who wishes to add some excitement to their bath and body regime.

Scent of the I love Pink Marshmallow

First of all I am going to be honest here to me it didn't really smell much of marshmallow.

the scent is very subtle although it does smell like something else can't quite place my finger on what but not 100% marshmallow in my opinion, But the scent does smell lovely.

What it felt like to wash with Pink Marshmallow

Felt pretty normal to be honest didn't feel as harsh as some washes i haved used before.

I feel fresh and clean which is always a good sign, My skin doesn't feel too dry although feel maybe it might be good idea to moisturize after your bath if you have dry skin like me anyway.

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Where can I buy I love Marshmallow?

I Love… Pink Marshmallow Bubble Bath & Shower Créme

is avilable from Boots stores nationwide and online at Boots.com

Overall Verdict

I really love I love cosmetics so far from what I have tired.

Although with this one i felt the marshmallow scent wasn't strong enough.

It smelt more like something else sweet rather than marshmallows, but that's just my opinion, But the scent is lovely to smell its a lovely sweet tasty scent

I think the rrp of £2.99 is pretty good it is an affordable product to most people.

so won't break the bank to much to have a sweet smelling bath.

not much else to say so will keep this post short and sweet.

excuse the sweet pun there unintended (i think)

Thanks for reading

Love hugs and marshmallows

Caroline

Smiffys Halloween Costumes

Halloween 2015

Hey guys and girls halloween is approaching eeek how exciting.

this year we have our very first pumpkin, i never used to have pumpkins as a child.

so this year we decided to buy some and make some of our own.

we brought 4 in total so hubby carved one with chloe, and I carved one.

hes going to carve the other two for himself which is really cool.

here is mine and chloe's pumpkin my one came out a bit wonky.

but I think i didn't do to bad for my first ever attempt.

Anyway i am here today to talk about halloween costumes and safety.

Because having fun doesn't always mean we are safe in fact when we are having fun we don't really see danger as much as we would if we wasn't having fun.

So here is chloe in her first ever proper halloween costume from smiffys

there is many to choose from I am a bit late doing this post but you can buy some for next year if you wish to do so which would be fantastic as there are many good ones,

better than I have seen around so far, and Smiffys put customers first,

and have stuck to the safety policies with their costumes putting the customer first.

As you can see it is a bit freaky well it is when she puts it on and tilts her head side to side.

Anyway apart from just seeing a costume scary or not what we fail to notice is the material used,

and if it is the same as the other costumes the other children are wearing.

Because there are some stores and companies, 

sellers that are selling costumes,

that are highly flammable.

your properly thinking what I thought well all costumes are if you're near fire.

which is true to a certain extent, but these dangerous costumes been sold are so flammable,

you won't stand a chance they burn at a faster rate meaning you suffer really bad burns or even death.

So here's some tips to help you stay safe this halloween.

Costume Safety

do not buy cheap dress-up easily from ebay, market stores etc

Check the label or packaging it should have details of the manufacturers.

ie name, address, postcode phone number and a registered trademark.

Ensure the product has got instructions and safety information.

CE markings can be faked by counterfeiters, check the logo is correct, sometimes the wrong logo is used entirely, check the middle line of the E as it should be shorter than in other parts.

Please note there are even known brands and stores selling costumes that are highly flammable, cutting costs and making huge profits it is scary to think this can happen.

so please be careful where you buy from and Make sure you read the label and if you have any doubts to a costume is made to the right standards or not maybe get advice from an expert who knows about materials.

Pumpkin Safety

Be careful when handling knives and other carving tools.

If you are not confident using a knife ask someone who is.

if you're a child ask a grown up to help you.

Be extra careful with lighting the tealight in your pumpkin.

And be sure not to leave tea lights burning when you are out

or in places where you can't keep an eye on the.

Also be careful where you place them they may look good outside.

But today where there is so many costumes on the market which are flammable and not to the high Safety Standards you have to be careful where you place them.

For those of you who might not know here is a story of what happened few years back

to a bbc presenter Claudia Winkleman's young child who had brought a costume from sainsbury's. you can read that here  to help you understand how dangerous costumes can be if not made with the right material when exposed to flames.

ALMOST FINISHED...

Before I go I wish you a happy, safe halloween.

Remember be safe don't go to close to flames.

Also to look out for each other don't go inside anyone's house.

Don't go in strangers cars make sure your adult goes with you.

Also to look out for your neighbours especially if their old or vulnerable

please check their ok and remind them you are just a phone call away.

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Thanks for reading

Caroline

What are your plans this year for halloween?

Have you carved a Pumpkin this year?

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