My Top 10 Songs: December

1. It's My Belly Button - Rett and Link

So this is a bit of a weird one which I found while spending my life on the internet but this song has a really catchy tune and is quite funny. Defiantly enjoyable to listen to also Rett and Link are just hilarious check out their other videos, my favorites include 'T-shirt Wars' and 'I'm On Vacation'

2. Stay Awhile - She and Him

So this is defiantly my most listened to song this month as I've pretty much had it on repeat constantly. So this is the new track from she and him's new album 'Classics' and it just reminds me of 'baby it's cold outside' which makes it feel a lot more christmas-ey than maybe it is but overall defiantly worth a listen.

3. Jamie T - Zombie

So Jamie T is a new band that seemed to appear from nowhere and suddenly many people I know where talking about them. When i heard Zombie I immediately started singing along to this catchy but amazing tune.

4. Steve Miller Band - The Joker

So this an old and very famous song from way back in 1973 which I found watching 'That 70s show' on Viva. Its actually a really nice song and has a really nice mood to it (if that makes sense) and a great pyschadellic guitar  in it.

5. McBusted - Air Guitar 

This is the debut song from Mcbusted's self-titled new album. It defiantly brings back childhood songs from Busted, Mcfly and also people like Blink 182 and Green-day.

6. The Pouges - Fairytale of New York

This is defiantly my all time favorite Christmas song, maybe because its a good song or maybe because you get two drunks insulting each other for part of it but no matter why it wont be denied as an all time Christmas classic.

7. Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson ft Bruno Mars

If you haven't heard this yet then do basically because this new song by Bruno Mars is amazing! I feel like its actually sounds similar to Micheal Jackson and just overall reminds me of an 80s disco song (in a good way though).

8. Milky Chance - Stolen Dance

This is a really nice relaxing song by Milky Chance, I would definitely give this a listen no reason just listen.

9. Charlie XCX - Break The Rules

Once again Charlie XCX has shown her controversial side by telling us to all not go to school and break the rules, get high and wrecked but she did it a fun catchy song so not complaints from me.

10. Ben Howard - Hideaway (originally kieza)

Ben Howard covered this song for BBC Radio 1 live lounge and its pure bliss. Its relaxing and so nice to listen to and if you like that Ben Howard also did an amazing cover of 'Call Me Maybe'.

Glossybox: November 2014

So I have recently signed up to Glossybox for the first time after hearing about it I was really excited to get it because I love surprises and presents and this meant that I could get them all year round not just Christmas and birthdays. Also for £10 a month I thought it was a good deal. So here's what I got in November Glossybox....

OGX - Argan Oil Conditioner
Full size - £3
This Conditioner was great! I always notice with conditioner because the ends of my hair gts so frizzy so I can tell when it works well and I have to admit it works. Although I don't think I will be changing it to my regular it did work well but after a few times of using it I found the effects it had on my hair went away and it re-frizzed erghhh...

H2O+ Face Oasis Hydrating Treatment
Full size - £27.50
So this is an oil-free gel that delivers deep-hydration and reduces fine lines. Well I cant say much about it reducing fine lines but it does add some moisture to my face but I don't feel as though it does that much especially for the asking price of a full size bottle. although i have only used it a couple of times before so it may take a while to work.

Burt's Bees Lip Shine
One Size £6.99
So I had heard that Burt's Bees had brought out a lip gloss range in several colours which is great because it means its 100% natural. I have had a few Burt's Bees products in the past and all have lived up to expectations. Although i'm not a great lip gloss person because I hate when you hair gets caught on your lips I do quite like this lip gloss its has quite a thick texture which means it lasts a while on the lips. Also the nice dark colour of the lip balm is perfect for the autumn and winter months.

Lollipops Make-up Eye Pencil
One Size - 14 euros = £11
So this eye liner is meant to have Vitamin E in it so that it helps anti-aging although I cant be but skeptical and think how much help an eyeliner would do to help anti aging. Apart from that it does have a nice soft texture to it and does last a long time.

MONU Skincare Soothing Hawaii Facial Oil
Full Size - £26
So first off I just want to say how amazing this smells! its has essential oils from Cardamon, Sandalwood and Lavender so its super calming. I have used this products several times and my verdict is that even though my spots are highly reduced and skin is overall better, any spots I currently have seemed to have inflamed which I find a bit weird. This product is nice to put on the skin and although oil based isnt so oily that it makes you skin feel greasy. I would highly recommend this product especially to a person who isnt prone to spots and just wants an night serum. The card said it could be used both day and night but I find that my skin look oily all day if I put it on in the morning so I only put it on at night.

Bubbleology: New Winter Flavours

So if you haven't guessed by the title... Bubbleology have once again brought out NEW FLAVOURS!! and i'm merry excited get it..get it...

So there is Merry Mint, Chocolate Orange and Hot Gingerbread Joy and Joy it definitely brings.

These are definitely flavors that remind me of winter as family joining together means opening a pack of after eights or a chocolate orange mm-mm....

They are now serving these for a limited time so go now and grab one I'm definitely excited about them especially chocolate orange yum yum

My Top 10 Songs: November

1. Joy Division - Atmosphere

Joy division are and always will be a truely amazing band that produced great music. Atmosphere is a great song to think to or be upset with just because because it makes you feel is almost atmospheric.

2. Sia - Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile (Cover for the film Annie)

This song is a cover by Sia for the new version of Annie coming out which I am greatly looking forward . But yeah this cover is amaazing and I love Sia's stuff anyway and just think the way she's covered this is great.

3. Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

So I feel this will defiantly be one of my main songs throughout Christmas because 1. The video is beautiful and actually has Ed Sheeran in for once and 2. The song is just a nice song for all occasions and has me singing along to it every time I hear it even in shops (I'm ashamed of myself sometimes)

4. The Mamas and Papas - Dream a little Dream Of Me

This is one of my favourite songs from my childhood and even though The Mamas and Papas brought out their version in 1970 something it is still by far my favourite cover of this song. This is such a nice song to fall asleep to and sing along to aswell.

5. The Cults - Go Outside

I found this song by playing an online music quiz because yes I have very little life but I really liked it (well obviously). Its an nice indie track to listen to and I find it especially good for walking down the street to. Is that weird?

6. One Direction - Night Changes

So I have to admit this is my guilty pleasure. I really liked the song but then the video came out and made you feel like you got a one on one date with each member of one direction, not many people could complain. I have never been a big fan particularly but I really like their new songs on the album 'Four'.

7. Hunger Games: Mockingjay - The Hanging Tree

So if you haven't heard by now theres a NEW HUNGER GAMES film and yes I defiantly got a tad overexcited about it and then came out of the cinema utterly speechless. This song is beutiful and once youve seen the film this song will probally sound better but I wont say anymore than that.

8. Echosmith - Cool Kids

So this is one of thoose songs that get a lot more popular in America than England and therefore never really catches on here even if its a good song but I heard it, Loved it and will recommend it. Its great to listen to and is just a feelgood singalong song.

9. Purna Das Baul - Mr Taborine Man cover

So this is a bit of a weird one... Its basiclly a cover of Bob Dylan' Mr tambourine Man done in a traditinal indian music style. Weird but good.

10. Megan Trainor - Lips are Movin

So this is the new track from Meghan Trainor and this time shes talking about lying instead of womens size. This track has a slighty more R&B feel to it in my opinion anyway.

What songs are you listening to this month?? tell me in the comments below :)

My 5 Christmas Jumper Picks

So unfortunately for you scrooges it has reached that time of the year where Christmas has come whether you like it or not wherever you go it will be there. Either way there is a jumper for you and I put together a little compilation of my favorite jumpers this Christmas. I bought the Primark one as i loved it and it was one of the only ones I could afford as it wasn't really a 'essential' item.

BDG Penguin Jumper

Urban Outfitters - £42.00

Bah Humbug Jumper

Cath Kidston - £70

 Musical Fairisle Jumper 

Primark - £12



Dalamation Christmas Jumper
Joules - £49.95


Black Knitted Christmas Jumper
River Island £30




What jumpers are you loving for christmas??

Brick Lane Photography Day Trip

So yesterday I went to brick lane to take some photos for my art A-level. My topic was urban environment and what better place to get interesting images of urban environment and especially graffiti than Liverpool Street. Liverpool itself is what I would describe as being a workplace but a 5 minute walk from there and you get Spittlefeilds market which is a huge old market full of antique and independent market stalls. Another 5 minutes from there and you reach the area surrounding an din brick lane. Brick lane was originally famous for its curry houses and exotic food after world war 2 but nowadays has more of a mix between curry houses and amazing vintage clothing shops. If you want to pick up a great vintage bargain brick lane is your place with many shops selling clothes for £5-10.

 Liverpool Street Station

 A statue of a goat on boxes simply becuase it's faboulous 

 Spittlefeilds Market

 Beyond Retro!!

 Some really nice street art

 How cute is this guy?

Remeberance Sunday

So at the tower of London at the moment you may know about the poppies they are housing there. These poppies cover all of the surrounding ground of the castle with 888,246 ceramic poppies to represent the lives lost in WW1. These poppies have all been sold to the public for £25 each with 10% from each poppy sold going to 6 chosen charities (Cobseo, Combat Stress, Coming Home, Help for Heroes, The Royal British Legion and SSAFA) that help war heroes. The red of the poppies in the moat of the tower of London gives a slight change to landmark and looks amazing. These poppies will be there until the 11th of November and then will be removed. It has been named Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the end of WW1.

In the Photo below are some soldiers placing the poppies into the exhibit and showing their respects.

You can donate to the link and money donated will be shared between the charities

https://poppies.hrp.org.uk/make-a-dedication

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Chocolate Cherry Cola Cupcakes

So I have made these scrumptious Chocolate cupcakes with cherries and topped with a spicy cola frost in and although sounding a bit strange the of all flavours create a nice flavour that isn't to sweet either. This recipe makes 14 Large cupcakes.

Ingredients:

Chocolate Cake Base:

175g Butter

225g Caster Sugar

4 Eggs

100g Self-Raising Flour

30g Cocoa powder

A Jar of Cocktail cherries (glace cherries can be used)

A few Drops of Cola Flavouring by Foodie Flavours

Butter-cream:

120g Butter

500g Icing Sugar

1tsp Milk

1tsp Cola Flavoring by Foodie Flavours

1. Preheat the oven to 180c / 350of / gas 4.

2. Mix the butter and sugar together in a bowl till light and creamy. Afterwards adding flour and eggs gradually so they don't separate. Make sure you add lots of air while adding the ingridents. This mixture should end up looking a bit like this...

 3.  The next step is to add the coca powder into the mix to get the chocolate taste.

 4. You then want to cut most of the cherries into quarters making sure you have 16 left over these will be used later. Mix the quartered cherries into the mix.

5.  The put the mixture into the cases. I use an Ice-cream scoop for this as I find it a good way to put mixture into a bowl  also add the cola flavouring. I like this particular one as it has a nice spicy flavour to it that makes the cake a bit less sweet and nicer to eat.

6. Now get the rest of the cherries and put each one into the centre of the cake as these will later fall and create a nice middle to your cake. Then put them in the oven.

Its now time to make the butter-cream!

1. Add the softened  butter and mix ( I would strongly recommend at least a hand whisk for this as  as it gets more air into the butter-cream so a nicer taste forms. 

2. Gradually add the icing sugar into the mix as adding it all at once will create an icing sugar storm in your kitchen.

3. Add milk

4. Once you have put the mixed everything together you can put the icing on the cake. I have used a star-shaped nozzle and piping bag but you can use what ever you choose just make sure you don't put to heavy a layer of butter-cream on your cake as this will ruin the flavour.

5. I have decorated my cakes using red crystals and a little straw because of the coca cola aspect.