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How cute are these melted snowmen? I've created a super simple tutorial on how to make these yourself!


You will need:


In a bowl , cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.




Then mix in the egg and vanilla extract. Fold in the flour and baking powder, then slowly add the milk, beating as you go until you have a smooth batter.



Spoon the mixture evenly into the cupcake cases and bake for 15-20 mins until golden. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool.





For the icing, mix together all the ingredients until smooth.  Create a puddle on the top of the cake, allowing some to pour over the edges. Using white marshmallows, cut them in half and place in the icing. Place in the fridge for one hour to set.  Once icing is set, use smaller tubes of icing to create the snowman face, arms and buttons!



Super cute and really easy to make yourself! If you make these, be sure to tag me in them on social media so I can see! 






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After yesterday's post being all about the best budget decorations, I thought today I would show you my favourite decorations on my tree, and why I will continue to use these unique little pieces, instead of opting for a more 'fashionable' tree!






Personalised Name Bauble

This was a cute addition to our Christmas Dinner! These cute little baubles are personalised with your name, making them the perfect accessory to any table setting during the festive season. You can find similar items like this one here.







Cute Stitched Fox

This adorable little fox looks almost hand made. 
Its a simple design, but is a perfect addition to my tree. I believe I purchased this from Hobby craft about two years ago, for only £1! I can't seem to find the link, but they have similar items on their website, which you can view here.





Felt Penguin
Again, I'm pretty sure I purchased this from Hobby craft also..I love this cute, little simple penguin design. Again, this was only £1. I can't find this on their website either, but I have found some similar ones here.



Robin
Last year, Wilkos had a selection of decorations that was more of a cosy, handmade design. This, of course, matched our theme perfectly! I could only afford to get a couple, and this chunky red breasted Robin was one of them. It was super affordable, at only £1.50. I  love how crafty it looks, and fits with my tree theme! As before, I don't think its available anymore, but similar items can be found here.



White Button Heart
 This was a bargain find in Poundland! I don't normally go for decorations from Poundland, because they tend to be a bit tacky and not well made (which obviously can't be helped with cheap products). However, I've had this set for two years now, and nothing had broken/fallen off. I don't think Poundland stock anything like this now, but similar items can be found here.





Check Heart
I can't remember where these hearts come from, but I know how easy they are to make from home! All you need is a check pattern of some sort, whether its a good quality tea towel, or an old shirt. You also need some kind of stuffing for the inside, but you can buy this at Hobby craft, super cheap.  Any kind of string to hang the decoration, will need to be added before stuffing. You can find something similar here.




Stocking
Another cute item, which I believe I may have also purchased from Poundland. Its an adorable little stocking decoration, which hangs beautifully on the tree. I believe this was only £1, and I remember buying it because I said it would probably fit one of the rats feet!  I can't seem to find these anywhere online, but you can always make these too! 




Gold Bauble
These cute baubles are an example of what I like to have on my tree. I don't have too many baubles, because I like the main items to be the more unique pieces. Some of my favourite baubles are the red and gold glitter ones, and these retro style patterned baubles. I got all of my baubles from Wilkos, and cost about £3. These retro baubles were from £1 from Poundland!





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Everyone looks forward to this time of year. Whether its giving gifts to loved ones, or the icy cold chill that hits us in the winter, everyone secretly loved Christmas. For me, its decorating! I love making my home look festive and cosy, with fairy lights and candles, tinsel and all my favourite baubles. I've gathered a few of my favourite, affordable Christmas decorations to show you. There are some great deals out on the High Street, so always looks before hitting stores like John Lewis and M&S!


36 Pack Mixed Gold Bauble

Featuring a range of textures and finishes, this set of 36 mixed gold baubles will add a beautiful sparkling touch to your tree. Tis’ the season to be jolly! Capture the spirit of Christmas in true style with our selection of decorations and trees. 

This large gold bauble set is a complete steel at just £5!


100 Clear White Fairy Lights


These 100 White Fairy Flower Lights will add an extra twinkle to your tree this Christmas. With their unique flower shaped design, each of these beautiful bulb lights will brighten up your tree with a warm festive glow this Christmas or will give a cosy glow to your room during those cold Winter nights in.




Wilko Starry Night Large LED Light Up Bauble

Light up your Christmas display with our Starry Night LED Large Bauble. The transparent bauble features on- trend copper wire lights that emit a bright glow with the touch of a switch, which sits discreetly in the head of the bauble. This decoration will look great on your tree or at the end of your stair banister or curtain rail.

For such a unique item of decor, or even as a beautiful gift, it is a bargain at just £2.50









Wilko Nordic Country Glass Pudding Christmas Tree Bauble

 Add some classic festive cheer to your Christmas tree with our Christmas Pudding Bauble. Having a red background covered in traditional puds, and complete with gold ribbon for tying it to your tree, this bauble will effortlessly add some joviality to any tree this festive season. 

This cute and festive little treat for the tree, or even as an outstanding piece on a present, is just £1.50!




Wilko Starry Night Battery Operated LED Infinity Star

For a unique, eye-catching decoration, our LED Infinity Star ticks all the boxes. Perfect for standing on your windowsill or sideboard, this ornament features a never-ending illusion of lights once it's switched on, adding a truly distinguished focal point to your home this festive season.

This item is definitely more of a centre piece for the dining room table, or a central unit piece, making a reasonable price of £10, affordable and reasonable!






White Star Cut-out Tealight Holder

Welcome the Christmas season with this star tea light holder! With festive stars cut out, this tea light holder would be a great addition to any window ledge, fireplace or dinner table, giving off a warm, cosy feel and make your home ready for this chilly season! 
When the weather is frosty, this charming candle holder would be great to give your chosen room a hearty atmosphere! Best thing about this? It's 99p!








House Tealight Holder

A wonderful gift for the home – place your favourite tealights at the base of this house-shaped candle holder and watch the windows glow! 
Tis’ the season to be jolly! Capture the spirit of Christmas in true style with our selection of decorations and trees. This cute little tealight holder is just £3.00






Woollen Standing Deer

With its cute design and soft texture, this Woollen Standing Deer will make a lovable addition to your festive decorations. This small reindeer is ideal for people who are looking to create a rustic theme in their home this Christmas and is perfect for placing on mantelpieces or small tables around your home.
This is super cute and affordable at just £2.49!













Fireside Marshmallow Candle

With a burn time of up to 30 hours, this wax filled candle offers a rich toasted marshmallow scent with notes of sugared raspberry, caramel and vanilla. A delightful way to fragrance your home this festive season.
 Of course, one of the best points of this candle, is that its only £1!












Wilko Starry Night Mixed Baubles 50pk

Boasting a truly traditional look, this pack of 50 Mixed Baubles are perfect for finishing off your tree this year. With shiny, matt and glitter finishes in small and large designs, these baubles will add a wonderful, festive touch to your tree. Complement with other tree accessories from our Starry Night Christmas collection or use these baubles on their own for a minimalist, contemporary effect. 
I can't believe how affordable this set is! It's a complete set to decorate your first tree, for just £6.00!









Berry Heart Decoration

Beautifully crafted, this stunning heart shaped ornament features an eye-catching design with small red bells. Perfect Christmas tree decoration this festive season. It is slightly more pricey for a tree decoration, but perhaps as more of a door decoration, £2.50 is a suitable price as a main decoration




Wilko Christmas Tinsel Silver

No Christmas tree is complete without tinsel, and our luxurious chunky silver tinsel will provide the perfect finishing touch.

Tinsel measures 2 metres.
Tinsel tends to be quite cheap, and just like this one, it is just £1.00
























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For day three of blogmas, I thought I'd share one of my all time favourite makeup looks! It has become more of a day to day wear recently, which I'm not complaining about...but for some people who don't typically wear heavy makeup on a daily basis, this is the perfect festive night out look!


It's super easy to do, and also really affordable! I don't buy high end makeup for two reasons. 
1)It's way overpriced and I can guarantee it does not cost that much to make. 
2)Cheaper alternatives are just as good! 

This makeup is adaptable too. You can take away the liquid liner to make it less dramatic, or even darken your outer crease for a more bold look.


I actually did a makeup tutorial to go with this look when I first feel in love with it back in July! I was rocking a copper/champagne eye look way before Christmas! Never the less, its definitely my favourite makeup look, which is why I thought i'd share it with you all.


Products Used:
*DUPE* Huda Beauty Rose Gold Edition Morphe 684 18 Piece Brushes NYX Matte Liquid Liner Benefit 'They're Real' Mascara Soap & Glory Eyeliner Pencil



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