The most adorable ode to New Year's eve

New year's resolutions

I always create new year's resolutions at the start of each year. Most of my resolutions revolve around getting out and taking advantage of all the wonderful things my city has to offer. This year however, I'm trying to branch out.

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Here's to an amazing 2012!

Gold Rush

As we are (fingers crossed) getting nearer and nearer to owning a flat, I can't stop looking at design magazines, books and websites. I've started to assemble a file and hope to put together an inspiration board (as according to all the things I read, a board is the best place to start). One thing that my eye is repeatedly drawn to is gold. Here's a selection of a few golds that have caught my eye.

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words of encouragement

I have some ideas brewing and found this while looking online for inspiration. Quite fitting.

Pajama Party

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Two party dresses

I have two reasons to buy a new dress (as if a girl really needs a reason), a work party and a wedding both in January. The first dress is perfect for both occasions but I absolutely love the femininity and elegance of the second. 

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Tasty Christmas presents

Last year I blogged about some darling finger puppets that I bought for the "friend who has everything". This year however, I wanted to make some delicious treats to give to some of my friends who I struggle to buy gifts for. Ina Garten has a fabulous truffle recipe which I was all but settled on until I saw this Bon Appétit article, Gifts from the Kitchen.

Which one should I make?!

Ambrosia Macaroons

Bacon and Cashew Caramel Corn

Balsamic Fig Chutney with Roasted Grapes

Candied Espresso Walnuts

White Chocolate and Peppermint Cookie Brittle



Walnut-Thyme Honey



Savory Parmesan Shortbread Rounds

Mixed-Nut Spiced Toffee

Christmas Ornament favorites

Even though we can only fit a tiny Christmas tree in our flat, I still love buying a tree (making the mister lug it home) and decorating it. I've decided to make a tradition of buying one ornament a year. My only problem now is that I can't decide which to buy! I'm leaning towards the red London ball...

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London double decker bus
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Santa tree decoration
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Winter teddy bear ornaments
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