christmas catch-up

Happy New Year!!!! I welcomed in the New Year at Ashley Ball and it was a lot of fun. Even though it is bit late, here a few photos of the lovely presents I was lucky enough to receive for Christmas.

A tartan scarf from Urban Outfitters, Topshop bag, crushed velvet leggings from New Look, Jamie Oliver cookbook that is filled with so many delicious recipes that I can't wait to try, my Dr Marten shoes from my boyfriend that have almost been glued to my feet since I was give them, cutest slippers and socks from Topshop, bits and bobs that were in my stocking, and a Citizen watch from my Dad.

I had a really lovely Christmas and I hope everyone else did too! I braved the sales on Boxing Day so I shall do a post on the bargains I bought soon.

christmas and cakes

I spent yesterday morning baking these cupcakes for the Christmas dinner held by my boyfriend's flatmates. It was such a fun and festive evening! The festive activities continued the next evening as I watched The Grinch and The Snowman with my own flatmates, we all wished we had some Baileys to top the evening off! I've spent most of today watching How I Met Your Mother and in a few hours the stew I've made should be ready. This evening I'm going out for cocktails which will be a lot of fun. This time next week I will be home and I can't wait!

tinsel

As the 1st of December is now upon us, I decided to put some decorations up in my bedroom to make it feel a bit more festive! I did this whilst listening to the lovely Christmas album by She & Him.

Last night Tom and I went into town and he bought me my Christmas present, I cannot wait to stomp around in these! As soon as we got home I ordered his present, a pair of Dr Marten Langston boots. I love having a Dr Marten shop nearby!

I have a lecture on referencing (zzzz) in about an hour but when I come home I shall do what I have been looking forward to for many days, watching Elf!

christmas is coming

These are some Christmas decorations I picked up when I was at home for the weekend. The wreath of bells reminds me of The Polar Express, a film that I cannot wait to watch! As soon as it is the first of December I will be putting these up, stocking up on mince pies and apple cider that I can heat up, buying presents, and making a Christmas playlist! I also can't wait to visit the German market that is currently being built in town. I love Christmas!