New shoes - Converse style from Primark

Afternoon,

I popped into town last week to buy my friends birthday present, while I was there I thought I'd have a look and see what I could find in Primark. I love this shop for cheap style, there is always plenty to find. I'm loving converse shoes at the mo, I've got a real pair that I brought in America which I love. But I can't afford to splash the cash on more pairs in all the colours... Therefore Primark have some great lookalikes.

I fell in love with these the moment I saw them, the zip design on the side and buckle at the back adds more to the style of the shoe. Also I'm a pink girl at heart so makes it even more girly. However I must say I am tempted to add diamonds to the front of the toes watch this space...

Love Lolly

xoxo

New buys - shopping

Hello all!

Shopping isn't just a hobby but more of a sport in my eye... I can make a whole day out of it, or a quick look online to find that perfect buy. While in town last week I bagged a few goodies.

Cute purse from Primark

Main for my nights out.

New Look had jewellery at buy 1 get 1 free!

Therefore I couldn't miss out on these earring, I brought a multi set

and a cute leopard print bow ring. 

I know I could of brought plenty more, however I'm trying to be good... I'll plan a big shop for next month. 

Love Lolly

xoxo

book review - Jodi Picoult "Sing You Home"

Hello everyone,

Yes I've been reading again. Bet your wondering how I ever get anything done... I don't know either. Well the book I've had my nose stuck in, is another Jodi Picoult novel, "Sing You Home".

The Blurb reads: 

After Zoe Baxter loses her baby, the only way she can 

find of coping is to try again. But her husband Max 

disagrees - more than that, he wants a divorce. When 

they separate, there is no mention of the unborn children 

they created together, still waiting at the clinic. 

Then Zoe falls in love again, out of the blue, and finds 

herself with an unexpected second chance to have a family.

But Max has found a new life too - one with no place in 

it for people like Zoe. And he will stand up in court to say 

that her new choice of partner makes her an unfit mother.

Out of all of Jodi Picoult's novels I've read so far, this is the most powerful, asking plenty of questions into people personal lives. Asking what they are doing behind closed doors, who they are in love with, what they believe, means they should or should not have a family. Questions of sexuality vs believes of faith. In life is see it as each to your own, people should be able to believe in what they like, as long as they don't force or affect other people. "Sing You Home" asks many questions, but is also unique as a sound track has been created which you can download and listen to the listed track for each chapter.
Over all another gripping story and a brilliant read from Jodi Picoult, with many questions you might ask yourself about the story. So many emotions from all the characters included. Perfect, up to date, for the world we live in today.


Love Lolly
xoxo

Sweet Tooth

Hello,

Now I must admit I have such a sweet tooth which all my friends and family know about. We can be in the middle of a night out with the drinks flowing, and I have one thing stashed in my bag, a small pack of love hearts. I'm sure in my large handbag right now you could find some, or last month I had a mini egg in there for a while. If I'm ever craving something it will be sweet, if i could choose I'm sure I would have dessert over all other courses and even have it before the others! I've got so many packets of love hearts about the house, bags and even hidden in my car! 

My friends have been buy them for me recently and thought I'd show you the different one's I've got.. Ps I'm a little excited!!

They are in their very own tin! 

These just made me laugh, my younger cousin would like these.

I was given this last week as a thank you gift. 

SO if you an find me, its because I'm busy eating love hearts.

Enjoy your week,

Love Lolly

xoxo

A jar of sweets

Hey all,

Yet again I've been busy making different things recently, mainly as presents for many of my friends. I've been collecting jam jars to fill with sweets.

Materials needed (Apart from Sweets)

Different size jars. 

I decorated the tops to hide any writing

Added ribbon and a label to the front.

Many more I've made. 

They make a cute present for sweet lovers (All my friends are) I could always fill them with their favourite. Overall a great way to recycle left over jars and create a nice present. 

Love Lolly

xoxo

Just a little thank you with cakes

Afternoon,

I've been really busy the last few weeks, with work, theatre trips, helping friends and family. But I know when to say thank you to a friend who's helped me out too, therefore I decide the best way to say thank you was to make something for her... I baked :)

I had a go at making some marble cakes, half normal mixture the other half chocolate, with sugar icing and chocolate sprinkles. I brought this cute cup cake box for £1, which I thought was bargain, making it into a beautiful gift. 

Arrives flat packed. 

My half eaten cake so you could see the middle... I think not bad for my 

first attempt. (I liked the taste)

My friend text me, telling me that she loved the cakes, but also her husband enjoyed them too. He also asked if the box could be refilled... Cheeky. 

Enjoy your day,
Love Lolly
xoxo

Theatre Night - The Great Gatsby. The Northern Ballet

Evening all,

I had a very busy day on Tuesday, but was looking forward all day to the evening. I had tickets book to see The Northern Ballet's production of The Great Gatsby. I love going to see the ballet so was excited when the Northern Ballet were returning to my local theatre, I knew I wanted to see the performance. However I didn't know what the story was about, so with a quick google search I was able to find the info i needed. Therefore unbeknown I was able to find out about this classic story by F.Scott Fitzgerald. The story takes place in during the roaming twenties and is told through the eyes of the main character Nick who lives in just outside New York in long Island, he lives next door to mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby. He find out about Gatsby's past and how he is in love with Nick's married cousin, and believes he can win her back. The story takes you on an adventure through this strange mixed up love story.
The performance was beautiful with mini staging used at times so the sole focus was on the dancers, costumes reflected the era of the time, with flapper girls and gangstas. The music was a full orchestra creating a wonderful a complement to the dancers. This was a striking piece of work by The Northern Ballet, created a beautiful performance for all to enjoy.

Love Lolly

xoxo