Wow ! Collection 2000 - Primed & Ready Soothing Make-up Primer

I have to admit that I've been looking for something of a decent primer for ages and saw this in my local Asda for the bargain price of £5. So I snapped this baby up and proceeded to use it on Friday night. Let's just say that I thought it was amazing. Like sheer silk in a tube. My skin feels soft and silky after applying it and foundation goes on flawlessly. 

I'll definitely be stocking up on this.

The silky formula with a light coverage for a flawless complexion and a noticeably natural finish. 

- Smoothing Make-up Primer minimizes problem pores, smooths uneven skin and hides unsightly blemishes for the perfect base.

Silk in a bottle! 

Chocolates boxes - Gifts - Truffles

Chocolates boxes - Gifts - Truffles

I love this place!!!

Nice Outfit

This is SO Nice and simple. 

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Really want to try these

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Photo Challenge - Day 1. Self - Portrait

Sara's Photo Challenge - Day 1



I am really looking forward to this challenge. Today is self portrait.

Wearing my favourite Tiger T-shirt.

With this one, I set my camera upon a high top dresser and placed a glass sheet over a  table. Love the reflection it gave.

Nail Q&A's

Nail Polish Tag and NOTN

I saw this Nail Polish Tag over at Makeup Savvy and fancied giving it a go!

1. Whats your favourite Nail polish Company?

I'll probably say Nails Inc, as they have just recently launched
some very Nice colours. Drug Store would have to be 
2True by Superdrug and also Barry M.

2. Glitter or no glitter?

Glitter! But only when I'm in the mood for it or have a special Occassion.

3. OPI, China Glaze or Essie?

Never heard of Essie to be honest. But China glaze have some nice colours.
I'd go for OPI first time though.

4. When do you change your nail polish?

Usually once a fortnight.

5. What's your favourite colour on your nails?

Purples, Pinks, Pinky Browns and Reds.

6. Darks or Brights?

Dark for Autumn and Winter, Brights for Spring and Summer.

7. What are you wearing on your nails right at this moment?

My nails are actually bare right now. I have just removed my 2true red polish that
I have had on about a week now. It was starting to chip and fade, 
so I'll be doing my nails tonight.

8. Matt Nails, in or out?

I'd say in, it's something I have YET to experiment with.

9. French Manicure?

I'm not keen on them, but yes I'd have one.

10. Favourite summer colours?

Bright colours, definitley. Pinks, purples, yellows. Pastel Blues
and Greens. Oranges and corals. 

You name it, If it's nice and bright and summery
then I'll try it.

Nail of the Night.

I'm probably going out this Saturday with my fiance and his friends,
usually I'll just have something bright on, but think this Saturday is 
Little Black Dress Night, so might go for Tesco's 
Purple one (I can't recall the name) with some silver glitter.

Glitter Tips: My Barry M Collection

I love this post! I have to admit that I quite like Barry M too.
Glitter Tips: My Barry M Collection: Without a shadow of a doubt my favourite high street nail polish brand is Barry M. I love them. It has been my mission for a while to c...

A couple of my fav nail polishes

Here's a couple of my favourite polishes at the moment. Sorry I haven't got a picture of me wearing them but my nails need tidying up a little right now.
1. 2true shade 41. This is a lively glossy red with a shimmer of glitter.
2. H&M pretty orchid. A gorgeous summery pink colour.
3. Nails Inc. Jermyn street. This is also my moms fav at the moment. A gorgeous pinky brown.
4.2true shade 9. A very subtle silvery glitter colour. I love wearing this over a dark or even light colour to give my nails a nice shimmer!
5. NYC nail glossies with vinyl shine and vitamin B5. 241. I think my mom brought this back from America years ago and she's never used it. It's a lovely shiny bluey green and looks great on.

Let me know what you think of them.

Fifteen Day Nail Challenge!

15 Day Nail Challenge

Some Inspirational Stuff and Ideas

Looking Forward to Taking Part in THIS!!!

August Photo Challenge

What a good Idea. At least this will give me a chance to get some use out of my FujiFilm S3200 Camera.

Careers and Stuff

1. What is your dream job?

My dream job would be that of a photographer. Or maybe a writer. Other than that a job which would enable me to work from home, wearing nothing but sweat pants all day.

2. If you had just won the lottery and didn't need to work for money, what would you do with your time?

I would be sunning myself either on the beach in Salou, or sailing around the Mediterranean with my Fiance.

3. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a vet as I've always loved animals. But I wasn't very good at science!

 

4. What piece career advice would you give to someone just starting out in your field?
Always remember to think from various perspectives.

5. Biggest Pet Peeves either in life or in blogging or at work.

People who turn up at work and don't bother to read the sign asking them to either use the intercom or the bell to alert attention. 

Inconsiderate wagon drivers who don't leave you room to get out.

6. Biggest Fears.

Dentists, never getting married. Never having kids with my fiance. Even though he knows I would be happy with just one, preferably before I turn 40. That gives me 6 years.

never having enough money, this has always been on of my biggest fears.

This blog is taking a back seat for a while.

Hello guys.

I know I don't update this blog as much as I should, anyway it's taking a back seat for a while as I concentrate on my new one. Sara's slimming world journey.You can find me on there as of today.

20 Questions - 21/5/12

1. Name 5 things you don't care about.
1. Who is at the door right now. 2. The lazy bone idle smack heads who think it's OK to break into a young mom's home and take her babies toys. 3. Aforementioned smack heads. 4. That the Lockerbie bomber is dead. He killed all those innocent  people, he should have been sentenced to death as soon as they found him guilty. 5. I'll think of this one at a later stage.

2. I wish I could stop:
Fantasizing about my holidays and wishing I was there on the beach right now.

3. What is your favorite kind of peanut butter?
Whole Earth Crunchy Peanut Butter. It's all natural, just peanuts and sunflower oil,  and a lil salt.no sugar no colours and no preservatives. 

4. Pick a color that best represents your mood today.
Yellow and sky Blue. Coz the sun is out, I feel in a happy mood.

5. Look to your right. What is the first thing you see?
My dad's chair with a letter and his phone on it. (I'm also at work).

6. What is your favorite "fair food"?
Hot Dogs and candy floss.

7. Who was the last person to send you a letter in the mail?
I never get any letters in the mail now, mostly talk to people I know over email or facebook.

8. What did you order the last time you went out to eat?
King Prawns in garlic and chilli with onion, Pan fried chicken thighs stuffed with spinach and wrapped in parma ham. Garlic Bread and Pesto risotto. 

9. How good are you at delaying gratification?
At this moment in time, I'd have to say about 100% as I want to try and save up for an iPhone 4s and an iPad.

10. What was the last thing you baked?
Some mince pies at Christmas.

11. What did you last receive in the mail?
All I got in the mail was a nasty bank statement.

12. Are you a good speller?
I'd like to think so. I won the spelling b every week at elementary school (primary school here in the UK) and got rewarded with sweets from Mrs Richardson.

13. When was the last time you went sledding?
years ago before the field that we used to go in got sold for development. Now it's got houses on.

14. How many times have you been called for jury duty?
Never. And I'm glad I haven't. I'd be like "Send the bastard down!"

15. Scrubs, ER or Grey's Anatomy?
I've never been a big fan of Scrubs, I don't find it funny at all and I have never watched Grey's Anatomy. I used to watch ER until George Clooney got too big for his boots and left.

16. What do you try to stay away from?
Anyone or anything that puts me in a bad mood.

17. What is your favorite magazine?
More magazine or the fabulous magazine that comes free with Kevin's Sunday newspaper.

18. Do you set your alarm clock on the weekend?
Noooo way! I like my weekend Lie in's. If I wake up early, I'll just lie in bed until I feel like getting up. Unless I have to be somewhere.

19. When you attend a wedding do you tend to give cash or buy something off the registry?
Usually give cash in their card or get them gift cards.

20. Have you ever shot a bow and arrow?

Yes but only on Wii Sports resort!

I finally got an invite to join pintrest after months of waiting. You can follow me on there by clicking the link below. I promise to follow back.

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20 Questions. 24 April 2012

20 Questions: April 24, 2012

1. Have you ever ridden in a limo?No, but hopefully I will when Kevin and I tie the knot at some point next year.

2. When is the last time you slept at someone else's home?Last Saturday, when I stopped at Kev's.

3. What was the last thing you spilled?The Milk this morning. But that was only because the milkman fills it right to the top of the bottle and it goes everywhere when you open it.

4. Would you rather have a nanny, a housekeeper, a cook, or a chauffeur?I don't have the need for a nanny or a housekeeper and I do like driving my car, so neither really.

5. What is your favorite holiday cookie?I don't really know to be honest. I'm not really a big fan of cookies.

6. Name the best television sit-com. I'd probably have to say Fraiser, or Benidorm (not sure if you guys will get this in the US.)

7. Do you have a love/hate relationship with anyone?Yes. A friend of my dad's. I cannot stand the bloke, so I guess it's more of a hate relationship.

8. How good are you at keeping secrets?I will admit, it depends on the secret. I did keep my brother's secret about him planning to propose to his now fiancee a secret for a very long time, until he popped the question two months ago.

9. What was the mode of transit for your last trip?Car.

10. Five foods I refuse to eat:Spam.  Lamb. Rice Pudding. Treacle/Apple/Sticky toffee Pudding.

11. Do you have a short fuse?Sometimes. Usually when it's coming round to that time of the month.

12. The only thing better than a cookie is:A piece of fruit...unless the cookie is an oreo and then the whole lot!

13. What do you usually order when you go out for breakfast?A full English, complete with Hash Browns and mushrooms. I'm not a big fan of pancakes or waffles for breakfast.

14. What color is your car?Petrol Blue.

15. Someone holds out a box containing a dozen donuts, offering you one. Which one do you choose? What was your second choice?I'd proably pic the chocolate one, as the shop down the road does the most amazing chocolate covered, chocolate filled donuts. I treat myself to one of these if I've been a good girl.

16. What is your favorite kind of muffin?Probably the double chocolate or blueberry muffins that they have in Costco.

17. Do you get distracted easily?It does depend on what I am doing. If I'm doing something that involves imense concentration, like doing my acrylic nails then no, I try not to get distracted.

18. Have you ever been so mad that you cried?Yes, on numerous occassions.

19. What websites do you visit on a regular basis?Gmail. Facebook. Google Reader. Blogger. EverythingiCafe.Twitter.iMore.

20. If you could have personally witnessed one event in history, what would you want to have seen?The birth of Christ.  

Coffee At it's best

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxVYe-TE2eU;&feature=player_embedded

Just seen this on www.everythingicafe.com and thought it was amazing. I want one!!!!

St.Georges day

Seeing its St.George's Day today, here in the UK I'd like to wish all of my fellow Englishmen, whether they're here in the UK or abroad a very Happy St.George's Day.

Recipe Share.

I saw this on Ree's blog and just had to share it. I know I've neglected my blog recently, but I've been so busy with work and other things, I just haven't had the time to blog. I hope some of you will try it. I know I will certainly be trying it at some point this weekend. 

Make-Ahead Muffin Melts

I'm interrupting my normal posting schedule to bring you what I think is a recipe goldmine...the make-ahead muffin melt.  First I must disclose a few things.  First, I'm absolutely crazy for English muffins.  They're right up there on my list of top ten things I like to eat.  Next, I must let you know that I love all breakfast foods.  Breakfast is my all-time favorite! Last but not least, even though I do love to cook and spend countless hours in the kitchen, sometimes I just like to be lazy.  Hence my love for all things simple, easy, effortless, and of course all things make-ahead.  If none of these things appeal to you then you will most definitely not be as excited about this recipe as I am.

This little muffin melt probably doesn't look like much, but it's one of my favorite food discoveries this year.  In fact, I was going to share this recipe in my upcoming The Pioneer Woman Cooks cookbook review, but I really felt like this recipe deserved a post of it's own.

Hardboiled eggs, chopped bacon, mayo, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, and cheese

In my house we like to procrastinate.  We sleep in until the last possible second, leaving little time for a home cooked breakfast.  Usually in the mornings my kids only have time for cereal or (gasp) instant grits.  This is where this recipe comes in.  These little muffin melts are heartier and healthier than cereal, but they are also just as quick and just as easy as pouring a bowl of cereal.  Best of all, you can totally eat these on the go whereas you definitely can't eat cereal on the go. 

Basically this recipe is a customizable egg spread that can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.  When you're hungry for breakfast you simply take the egg spread out of the fridge and smear it on a English muffin.  Then you slide the muffin under the broiler and broil for 3-4 minutes until it gets all bubbly and golden.  The end result is a hot and hearty breakfast in minutes. The English muffin gets kinda crispy, as does the top of the muffin melt, but the interior of the melt is creamy and delicious. It's literally perfect on-the-go breakfast food.  Perfect to make for kids before school.  Perfect to make for hubbies who are eating on the go.  Perfect to make for a Mom who has absolutely no time for herself.  Perfect.

Who doesn't have time to take a bowl out of the fridge and smear this on an English muffin?

The other reason I love this recipe is because you can customize it to suit your tastes/needs.  There really is no end to the possibilities here.  Don't want bacon?  Add ham, or sausage, or even chorizo.  Want to cut back on fat?  Leave out the egg yolks, use reduced fat mayo, and/or cut back on the cheese.  You'd never notice the changes.  Maybe you want a vegetarian option?  Forget the meat and add in scallions, peppers, onions, spinach, tomatoes, etc.  Don't like English muffins?  Opt for bagels, a biscuit half, or just plain regular white bread.  You could literally make a different option every week.  I don't know about you all, but I like things that are easy and I always like having options.  To me this is something worth getting excited about.

Make-Ahead Muffin Melts

Adapted from The Pioneer Woman Cooks

by Ree Drummond

Serves 6-12, depending on serving size

12 slices bacon

12 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped

2 cups grated Cheddar cheese

1 cup real mayo

1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard, or more to taste

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

5 dashes of Worcestershire sauce

6 English muffins, split

Fry the bacon until crisp.  Use a knife to chop it up, then put it somewhere safe so your family won't wolf it down (I cut the bacon into lardons/slices prior to cooking it.  I think it cooks faster and easier that way).  Peel the hard-boiled eggs.  Then give them a rough chop.  Add the cheese, the chopped bacon, and the mayo to a bowl.  Next add the Dijon mustard, the garlic powder and the Worcestershire sauce.  Fold all the ingredients together, then give it a taste.  Add more of whatever you think it needs.

Preheat your oven's broiler to low.  Spread a good amount of the spread onto the halved English muffins.  Place them on the lower rack of the oven and broil them for 3-4 minutes, being careful not to burn them.  The topping should be hot and the cheese should be melted.  

If you're looking for breakfast options, please give these a try!

Expect a glowing review of Ree's new book The Pioneer Woman Cookssoon! 

My Valentines Present

My fiance Kevin must be either telepathic or just know what I like. For Valentine's Day he bought me this gorgeous Swarovski Bracelet. In my favourite colour too. I was only looking at them the other day. Thankyou Kevin. Love you loads.

Top Totty Tuesday

Well as promised, here's this weeks Top Totty Tuesday.

1. Ryan Gosling. Voted Sexiest Man numerous times, it's hardly surprising he's number one this week. I must try and watch some of his films. He's such a hottie.

2. David Beckham. Becks gets better with age. Ok so he might be married with 4 kids and be one of the most famous footballers in the world, but he's still got it!

3. Olly Murs. Olly is one of my favourite musicans at the moment. His lovely blue eyes make you want to swoon.

4. Andrew Garfield.Loved him as Eduardo in the Social Network and have seen him in Sugar Rush a couple of times.

5. Brad Pitt. Can't beat a bit of Brad.

6. Liam Hemsworth.  Although he's not been in much, he's still nice to look at.

7. Chris Hemsworth. I remember watching Chris when he was in Home & Away.

8. Penn Badgley. I really need to start watching Gossip Girl again so that I can see Penn. 

9. Taylor Lautner. Ok so he's in Twilight. I've never seen it, vampires and that don't interest me. Although if Taylor was in something else other than Twilight, I'd happily go and watch it.

10. Joe Calzaghe. One of my favourite sportsmen. Now retired though from Boxing.

So there's this weeks top totty.  Next week, I'll have to do a top five.

My Top Ten Totty.

Ok, here's the deal. I was supposed to post this on Tuesday. It has more of a ring to it do Top Ten Totty Tuesday. Or Tuesday's Top Ten's. So here's my belated Top Ten Totty for this week.

1. Kellan Lutz. He's nice to look at and easy on the eyes.

2.Ed Westwick. Nothing beats a bit of Posh. I love him in "Gossip Girl". Will have to start watching it more, just so that I can see his gorgeous face.

3. Joshua Jackson. I loved him in Dawson's Creek and have liked him in more or less everything else he's been in since.

4. Jude Law. British Posh. Loved him in the "Holiday".

5. HRH Prince Harry. My favourite Prince.

6. Matthew McConnaughey. Who can resist that six pack. Easy on the eyes too.

7. Bradley Cooper. The cheeky chappy from the "Hangover" movies.

8. Justin Timberlake or "JT", loved him when he was in the Backstreet Boys (even with his daft perm!) He just gets sexier with age. Who can resist those gorgeous blue eyes as well?

9.  Matthew Morrison. "Glee's" Mr Schuster. All I can say is MMMMM.

10. Last but not least. Shia Le Beouf. Transformers. All round hotness.

Next week(hopefully on the correct day!) Ryan Gosling, Olly Murs, Brad Pitt, Andrew Garfield and more.

A Few questions?

Seeing as I have been neglecting my blog lately,  I saw this on Kendra's blog and thought I am totally blog stealing from her! (but go check her out, shes amazing!)

1.What time did you get up this morning?

7.45 for work

2. How do you like your steak?

 well

3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema:

To be honest I can't remember. But hopefully going to see "The Woman in Black" at the weekend with my lovely Kevin.

4. What is your favourite TV show?

Err I would be lying if I said I didn't really have one. But I don't actually have a favourite TV Show.

5. If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be?

Salou, Spain or Barbados.

6. What did you have for breakfast?

Crunchy Peanut Butter on Wholemeal Toast

7. What is your favorite food?

Anything Spicy. But not too Spicy.

8. Foods you dislike?

Devon Custard, Rice Pudding, Crab Sticks(Seafood Sticks), Donner Kebab, Apple Sauce, Pork Belly. Mint Sauce. Lamb.

9. Favorite place to eat?

The New Waggoners. My Mom's. Sycamore Farm.

10. Favorite dressing?

Ranch Dressing

11. What kind of vehicle do you drive?

Vauxhall Corsa Comfort Sport  Auto 1.4  16V. He's my baby.

12. What are your favorite clothes?

Jeans and a t-shirt. Or my Pajamas.

13. Where would you visit if you had the chance?

Barbados - Definitely or New York.

14. Cup 1/2 empty or 1/2 full?

Always half full.

15. Where would you want to retire?

Ask me again, in 30 years.

16. Favorite time of day?

Evening.

17. Where were you born?

Burnley, lancashire.

18. What is your favorite sport to watch?

Football!

19. What is your favorite fragrance?

Sparkle by M&S, Nina Ricci. Diesel for women. Alien by Thierry Mugler. Many more to name.

20. What is your favorite face cream?

Elemis - Marine Moist

21. Favorite baby/kids products?

I don't have a clue.

22. People watcher?

Sometimes. Depends on where I am.

23. Are you a morning or night person?

Night!

24. Do you have any pets?

No, But I would love a little Chiuahua or a Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

25. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share?

 Not at the moment, no.

26. What did you want to be when you were little?

Vet.

27. What is your favorite memory?

Meeting my Grandfather for the first time.

28. Are you a cat or dog person?

Dog! But like Cats too.

29. Are you married?

No. But might get hitched to Kev next year.

30. Always wear your seat belt?

If you're in my car..you are buckled!

31. Been in a car accident?

A few little ones. Nothing Major.

32. Any pet peeves?

Loads. But too many to mention.

33. Favorite pizza toppings?

Cheese and pepperoni. Mixed meat (ham, chicken, pepperoni, mince beef, etc) Jalapeno's, black olives.

34. Favorite flower?

Roses, Daisies.

35. Favorite ice cream?

Mint Chocolate Chip.

36. Favorite fast food restaurant?

McDonalds, Subway. KFC.

37. How many times did you fail your driver's test?
Once, but only because my examiner was a stupid meanie!

38. From whom did you get your last email?
Itunes.

39. Which store would you choose to max out your credit card?

Apple Store.

40. Do anything spontaneous lately?

No.

41. Like your job?

Yes!

42. Broccoli?

Amazing.

3. What was your favorite vacation?

Salou, everytime.

44. Last person you went out to dinner with?
My Parents. Brother, N grandparents.

45. What are you listening to right now?

The heater and the workshop.

46. What is your favorite color?

 Purple. Always Purple.

47. How many tattoos do you have?

None.

48. Coffee drinker?

Occassionallu!

Some pictures of my new car

Thought I'd share a few more Photos of my new car, of which I've had now for nearly 3 months. In case you didn't already know, it's a vauxhall (Holden/Opel) Corsa 1.4 Automatic Comfort Sport in lovely Petrol Blue. It was my Grabdad's car before I inherited it. It's been very well cared for and looked after although I think it's still getting used to being used everyday! Hopefully when the weather starts bucking up I will clean him properly inside and out. Now this gives me inspiration for tomorrows blog post!

My Top 20 Apps

What are your Top 20 Most Used Apps?

Many of us today, own an iPhone, whether it be an iPhone 3G, 3Gs, iPhone 4 or 4s.
I was wondering what your Top 20 Apps are and which ones you use on a daily basis. Here's Mine.

1. Facebook - I think almost everyone with access to a computer or a smartphone will have this one on their list. Do you Agree?
2. Twitter - Again I like this, It keeps me up to date with some of the influential people in my life. Not to mention up to date with what my favourite celebrities are doing. Who's the most famous person you have on Twitter?
3. Mail App. Well how else can we keep up to date with emails when we are away from our computer?
4. What's App - This one is perfect for when you have run out of Free Texts and need to text someone. Only problem is that the other person you are sending the text to has to have it as well.
5. KiK Messenger - A bit like What's App but for most Android Phones.
6. Shazam - What's that Song? Shazam it to find out.
7. 2BR - My local radio station.
8. iCafe (EverythingiCafe). If you have an iPhone or iPod, iPad or a mac, this is a great site. Share your knowledge or discuss things.
9. LinkedIn - Great for discovering things about the Industry you work in, discovering new openings and opportunities.
10. Blogger - Isn't it obvious? Blog on the go gets so much easier.
11. Live Score - See how your favourite Soccer team are doing, or Baseball Team. You can view any sport from the NFL to the NBA. The options are endless.
12. BBC News -Current goings on in the World.
13. Sky Go - If I've missed a show I wanted to watch on sky, I can watch it here.
14. Snapseed - A fabulous camera App.
15. Camera Plus Pro - Again a fabulous Camera app.
16. Lottery - Here I can check my lottery number from the previous weeks draws and see if I've won!
17. BiteSMS -This is the only Messaging App I use. I don't like the Stock Messaging App. (This one's only available on Cydia though and your iPhone has to have been Jailbroken.)
18. PaperToss 2 - I love this for when I get the urge to throw a ball of paper at someone who is annoying me. At least I can throw it (well flick it) at that bloke in IT and not get shouted at!
19. Angry Birds - Nearly everyone will have this one. It's addictive.
20. ITV Player - I can catch up on my favourite TV shows that I've missed.

So that's my Top 20 App's. What are your top apps? Do you use any of the ones I've mentioned above?