Thomas Sabo Jewellery - Zodiac Charm Pendant

I have mentioned on a few occasions that I don't really wear much jewellery on a day to day basis, whatever I do wear has to capture my mood. My staple items are always my wedding and engagement rings, which I never take off but I will sometimes wear a necklace or bracelet if the mood takes me.

Image Credit - Thomas Sabo

One brand of Jewellery that I do adore is Thomas Sabo and over the years I have added charms to my bracelets and extended my collection slightly.  Just a week or so ago, I went along to the annual cocktail party which was just incredible. I am always made to feel really welcome and alongside the most amazing canapes and cocktails, you get the chance to explore the jewellery in the South Molton Street Thomas Sabo Store.  

I am usually lusting after some of the skull rings that are on offer, delicate on design and in keeping with the Thomas Sabo Slogan - Unconventional, Contemporary and Vintage. At the event, I was kindly gifted a Zodiac Charm which is just stunning and oddly, not something I have ever owned before.  My own starsign is Cancerian, so naturally, I went for the crab. 

As you can see, not only does the box within which the jewellery comes in is just stunning and I love how the black and white stripes work with the yellow colour of the drawer.  The silver disc upon which the sign of the crab sits is incredibly shiny and the crab takes on a 3D figure as it sits slightly raised and at the top of the pendant is a lobster clasp which is fitted onto to a Charm Carrier, this means that should I choose to move the pendant to another necklace or bracelet I can do with ease and equally if I choose to add additional charms, I can do that too.  

I chose to have a slightly longer oxidised chain which hangs down over my chest rather than around my neck and I like that it is quite delicate, so it doesn't take away from the pendant. I also chose to have the pendant engraved with my initials, something that each Thomas Sabo store does and you can also add it to your order online.

The Charm Pendant retails for £69.00 and it would make an amazing gift for absolutely anyone. I like the option of being able to move the charm or add charms to the existing pendant.

Are you a Thomas Sabo jewellery fan?

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Purple Tree Miracle Balm

I am a huge fan of multipurpose balms and have recently been introduced to the Miracle Balm by Purple Tree. Purple Tree Skincare is a British beauty brand created specifically to bring naturally derived ingredients with multi-purpose benefits into your skincare products. What's more, Purple Tree is also - Vegan-Friendly, Cruelty-Free, Made in the UK, Paraben and Sulfate Free and made from naturally derived ingredients.

Looking similar to Dr PawPaw, I was sent the Grapefruit, Vanilla and Blueberry Miracle Balms and what I liked from the onset is that the packaging represents each flavour and at 25ml, these tubes are perfect for shoving into your handbag.

When people talk about multiuse products, it can have all kinds of meaning. To me, it means a product that does more than 2-3 things or it can be used for 2-3 or even more uses. These balms can be used too:

• Moisturise chapped lips
• Use it as a Primer
• Use on the cheekbones to add a subtle highlight
• Use on eyelashes before applying Mascara to help elongate the lashes
• Use it to tame eyebrows
• Moisturise dry hands
• Moisturise dry cuticles and nails
• Use it to moisturise dry elbows, heels and knees
• Use it tame flyaway hair
• Smooth and condition dry ends of your hair

Like many multiuse products, there is a multitude of ways in which you can use them and it is always best to try and find out which ones work better for you.

• Grapefruit - Miracle Balm uses a natural extract of Grapefruit to moisturise and provide relief from dry, cracked and irritated lips and skin. One Grapefruit contains more than half your recommended daily allowance of Vitamin A and it is known for its ability to help keep the skin looking healthy. I really like the scent of this balm, it is quite tangy and fresh scented.
• Vanilla - Miracle Balm uses a natural extract of Vanilla and despite its sweet scent, which I sometimes find a little overpowering, within this balm, it isn't at all, it is much more subtle. Vanilla is rich in antioxidants which helps keep the skin healthy.
• Blueberry - Miracle Balm uses natural Blueberry Seed Oil which is high in antioxidants which helps to keep the skin looking healthy. Like the two other balms, there is a slight subtle scent to the formula and it isn't too overpowering or manufactured.

Easy to apply, it doesn't linger on the skin and once on the skin, these balms are neither tacky or greasy at all. Priced at £3.99 you can find these balms via BeautyMart, Amazon, and Beautybase.  If these flavours are not for you, then you can also get the balms in Shea Butter, Papaya, Pomegranate, Aloe, Coconut, Watermelon, Peach and even a Signature Balm option.

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ASOS Clinique Beauty Box

Hot off the press, ASOS have a collaborative beauty box with Clinique and it can be yours for just £15 (here) but my advice would be to grab it quick.

Featuring five products, this box is described as being one which cleanse, protect and hydrate and you will find:

• City block purifying charcoal clay mask and scrub (15ml) -  Enriched with natural extracts of Bamboo, Kaolin Clay and Charcoal, it helps to eliminate impurities and get rid of excess oil and pollutants. Natural Silica Beads aim to gently exfoliate and smooth skin texture, whilst breaking down dirt to reveal a brighter and more refined tone. Suitable for all skin types, you can expect a cleansed complexion with a healthy-looking radiance.
• City block sheer 25 SPF, oil-free daily face protector (40ml) - An oil-free, weightless formula which absorbs excess oil and delivers a broad spectrum of sun protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays to leave skin soft, smooth and healthy-looking. Suitable for use on the delicate eye area and all skin types, including the most sensitive, City Block can be worn alone or as an invisible make-up primer for a flawless complexion
• Take the day off cleansing balm (15ml) - a lightweight cleanser that transforms from a solid balm to a liquid oil on contact. Said to be suitable for all skin types, the non-greasy, non-drying cleanser works to quickly dissolve stubborn makeup from the face and eyes, including those with sunscreen.
• Dramatically different hydrating jelly (15ml) - Described as being a lightweight, quick-absorbing formula that helps to support and strengthen the skin's moisture barrier. Fortified with Hyaluronic Acid and innovative Clean Shield Technology™ (a blend of Sunflower Seed, Barley Extract and Cucumber), the water-jelly texture penetrates deeply to deliver 24-hour hydration. Oil-free and non-sticky, it enhances suppleness and radiance, whilst defending against the damaging effects of pollution. Skin feels smooth and moisturised with a healthy glow.
• Moisture surge 72-hour auto-replenishing hydrator (15ml) - Described as being a lightweight cream-gel moisturiser which works to plump skin and intensely hydrates for twenty-four hours. Its deeply moisturising formula targets fine lines, tightness and dry patches to comfort, nourish and replenish. Skin feels healthy, revived and happy.

If you are a fan of Clinique then this is a great box for topping up on some of your favourite products and if like me, you haven't used any of these products, then it is money well spent to give them a try!

Grab it quick right here for £15

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Rebecca Yates London Stationery and GIVEAWAY!

I absolutely love stationery and have done since a very young age. I spent over 15 years penpalling with people all around the world and the UK, ensuring each letter was written on something a little more exciting than A4 lined paper, my favourite being Diddl, of which I still have quite the collection or anything that I could find that was pretty.

Met Rebecca, the creative driving force behind Rebecca Yates London, someone who is on a mission to brighten the world with art, stationery and homewares. Rebecca's creations are designed to be fun, colourful and positive – made to bring a splash of colour to everyday life, whether it’s the art on your wall or the notebook in your bag. The story behind the brand is as follows:

It all began in my apartment in Putney where with no training, I picked up a paintbrush and decided to have a go at abstract painting. I fell in love with the process of intuitively painting and with what I could create. 

I have always been obsessed with colour and how it can change the way we feel and quickly saw from working with a number of clients how art could transform a space. 

From there I was inspired to use my art to create stationery and notebooks and I am looking forward to continuing to expand my range of designs.

Now selling her designs on Etsy (here) you will find a whole host of products from Abstract Art (how beautiful is this) to planners and notebooks and I have some to share with you today.

this will be a great week - A5 weekly planner (£6.95) which I have in the colours turquoise, Hot Pink and Dreamer and are designed to bring you weekly positivity, help you reach your goals and celebrate your achievements. Within these A5 planners, there are 50 gummed sheets which are printed onto 100% recycled paper using environmentally friendly vegetable based inks, these notepads are also great for the environment. 

What I love about these planners is their size! Handy to fit into my handbag, laptop bag and not taking up too much space on my desk, there is enough space to write down everything I need to do/remember to do, make telephone notes on and leave reminders to myself, something I do quite a lot of.

As well as the A5 Planners, Rebecca also gave me three A5 Recycled notebooks (£7.50) which mirror the colours and designs on the planners making them a matching set.  One the front of each notebook is a motivational quote and they read:

• Girl Boss
• Don't Call it a Dream, Call it a Plan
• Don't overthink it, just start

Each of the covers is really sturdy and like the planners, each notebook is made from 100% recycled materials and is also printed using eco-friendly vegetable based inks. With 80 lined pages in each notebook, these are not only great sizes for keeping in your handbag to jot down those blog ideas whilst being on the go but they are also great for list making, note writing, letter writing and even just doodling into.

So, because Rebecca is so awesome, she has given me three sets to give away and they are the ones featured in this post.  All you have to do is complete the Rafflecopter widget below.  Please note that I will need the full name and address of those who win and a way to contact you be it email or via social media, so please take that into account before entering.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

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