What I Got For Christmas - Homeware

First of all Happy New Year!! This is my first post of 2016.

If you didn't know already, myself and Luke bought our first home together at the beginning of December. We had a big holiday to Mexico in May and when we got back we knuckled down and saved really hard. We started looking at the end of October when we got our mortgage in principle and got our offer accepted a few weeks ago, it's currently all going through the motions at the moment but we should be in by the end of Jan/beginning of February.

So due to this we got a few gifts for our new house for Christmas:

 Bunny Lamp - George at ASDA

How cute is this lamp? We actually got two of these as I thought they would look so cute on our bedside tables.

Initial Cushions - George at ASDA

Initial Mugs - George at ASDA

Personalised Mr & Mrs Mugs

Glass Water Bottle

Glass Drinking Jars and Pink Decorative Bottles

Italian Cookbook and Banana Protector

Lean in 15 Cook Book

Cooking is a skill I lack, I honestly haven't cooked anything since food tech at school and even then I didn't do much. It's going to be completely new to me and I need to start with learning how to turn a cooker on haha and then on to the simple foods like pasta, eggs, etc. I'm sure once I know the basis of everything I'll be good to go and a top chef in no time. I'm really looking forward to trying some of the recipes from both of these books.

 The things below aren't gifts and are things I've bought myself but I thought it would be good to include them in the same post.

The good thing about the house we have bought is that it's an old Victorian home which needs completely re-doing so I can decorate it exactly how I want and choose the kitchen and bathrooms that I really want as well.

 Soap Dispenser & Tooth Brush Holder - Zara Home

I've had my eye on this bathroom set from Zara for a while and I managed to get it in the sale which was a result.

Candle Holder and Vase - TK Maxx

Pug Ornament - George at ASDA

Both TK Maxx and George at ASDA are so good for homeware bits, they're purse friendly but look expensive which is the main thing.

Sorry I don't know where everything is from as they were gifts but I'm sure there are similar things that can be found in most stores.

I'd love to know what your favourite stores are for homeware pieces? I've got a lot to buy!

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What I Got For Christmas 2015

 Acne Studios Jensen Suede Boots - Net-A-Porter.com

These gorgeous boots were my main present from my lovely boyfriend. I'm a sucker for designer things especially accessories as they last a really long time and black boots are such a staple so I really wanted an expensive pair. They do these boots in leather rather than suede and in different colours but I really wanted a real suede pair. They are the perfect heel height for everyday and the silver detailing on the toe and the writing down the back of the boot really make them for me. I don't think I'll be taking them off of my feet any time soon.

Adidas Stan Smith Trainers - Net-A-Porter.com

I already own a white cracked leather pair of Stans and they are such a staple for me as they can be worn with everything and are super comfy due to this I really wanted a black pair and these velvet leopard print ones had to be mine.

 Engraved Monica Vinader Rose Gold Necklace

I've wanted a necklace that I can wear everyday for a long time now and what better than this one. The front has 'Claudia' engraved on it and the back has a pineapple so I can switch it up and wear it both ways. I'm a sucker for anything that is personalised.

H&M Dress

This gorgeous dress was a gift from my sister, she actually has it herself and bought me one as she knew I loved it. Such a shame we no longer live together and can't share wardrobes!

Rosie for Autograph PJ's - Marks & Spencer

I love the Rose H-W range for M&S my collection is really growing now. The lingerie is so gorgeous and is such a perfect fit as is the sleepwear.

 PJ's - Missguided

I'm a sucker for pyjamas and these are ridiculously cute and so comfy - Missguided PJ's for the win. (sorry about how creased they are!!)

The Carries Diaries Book - Amazon

Vogue Magazine Subscription

2016 Glitter Diary - Paperchase

Pug Socks - New Look

Babyliss Hair Wand

So happy that Luke renewed my Vogue subscription as that's something I don't have to worry about buying each month now.

If you have long hair and are after a curling wand, I'd highly recommend this one. I used it once for the first time on Christmas day and loved it. I didn't hairspray my hair as I don't like to and it lasted for days.

Soap & Glory Gift Set

Nivea Lip Care Set

Rose Jam Bath Bomb

Razzle Dazzle Bath Melt

Candy Mountain Bubble Bar

Butterbear Bath Bomb

Estee Lauder Make-Up Brush Cleanser

Una Brennan Vitamin C Gentle Daily Micro Polish Wash

The Balm Nude Tude Palette

I'm a sucker for anything from Lush so I can't wait to use these pieces in my bath! My thoughtful mumma got them for me so that I can save them for when I move out so it's less stuff I have to spend my money on.

How gorgeous is this palette? I haven't stopped wearing it since Christmas Day.

Miu Miu Perfume

I've wanted this perfume since I smelt it in Vogue magazine a few months ago so it went straight on the top of my Christmas list and thankfully my mumma got it for me.

Real Techniques Make-up Brushes

Last but not least I got new brushes yay!

What was your favourite thing you got from Christmas?

I got lots of bits for our new home for Christmas too so I've done a separate post for that so watch out for it.

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