Currently loving...December, and a few wedding pics

So I am back...and am now a married woman!  We had the best day ever, thanks to so many of our wonderful family and friends who helped with everything and made us laugh all day.  I should be having the official wedding photographs back before Christmas, but here's a couple that were taken on the day by our lovely family and friends.

Reading... Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen.   I've only just started this, but I am loving it so far.  I haven't seen the film yet either, as I always prefer reading the book first....but I will definitely be renting this on DVD.  

Watching... I adore Girls!  I wasn't too sure to start with, but it has really grown on me lately.  Also, True Blood is always a favourite of mine.   

Buying... Christmas presents!  I haven't even started yet...but now that the wedding is over I will have more free time, so I better get started!

Loving... all the cosy knitted jumpers in H&M, is particular this one.  Perfect for Christmas!

Wanting... to enjoy my last few days of my honeymoon.  Bliss!

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See you soon...

This week is a bit of a hectic week for me right now, and I might not get the chance to blog at all...as I AM GETTING MARRIED!!!  The countdown is truly on now....with just 5 days to go and still lots to sort out.

So I just wanted to say I hope you all have a lovely week...and hopefully I will be back in blogging mode after the wedding....

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See you soon!

xx

Friday Fancies: winter treat

What is the best thing to do on a cold winter's day?  Drink a huge mug of hot chocolate, that's what!  It's one of my favourite treats to have, especially in the run up to Christmas.  So this week's Friday Fancies has been inspired by just that - a warm, comforting mug of homemade hot choc.

hot chocolate inspired outfit by peanuts-pearls featuring biker boots

I just want to snuggle up in this jumper immediately.  And the brown leather pants...gorgeous!

Enjoy your Friday everyone!

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Wedding Wednesday: mini moons

This might be my last Wedding Wednesday as a single lady! With my wedding date fast approaching in just 10 days I'm getting more and more excited to finally be finished with all the stress of planning.

We've also booked a little mini moon, which I'm secretly most excited about! We were unable to have a big 2 week honeymoon straight after the wedding for a number of reason, so a mini moon was the best solution for us. 

So...where are we off?  Bruges, that's where! 

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Has anyone else been to Bruges?  It sounds like it's going to be a magical few days there, and here's why...

~ Christmas markets...

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~  Eating delicious waffles...

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~ a nice cold glass of beer (or two...)

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~ walking around the beautiful canals...

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~ and the romantic outdoor ice skating rink...

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What do you think of mini moons?  Would you consider it as an option?

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Lentil and bacon soup

On a rainy, grey day like today there is nothing better than making some comforting soup from scratch.  I've got some lentils to use up, so when I stumbled upon this recipe below from Good Food I knew I needed to make it.  In fact, this is what I'm making tonight!


Lentil and Bacon Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 x 70g packs pancetta cubes
• 1 carrot (about 120g), finely chopped
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 chilli, sliced
• 2 low-salt stock cubes
• 250g red lentils, rinsed

Method

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion, 1 pack of pancetta and the carrot. Cook on a low to medium heat for 10 minutes until the onions are soft.
2. Add the cumin, turmeric, garlic and chilli and cook for a further 1 - 2 minutes
3. Pour in 1.25 litres of boiling water, crumble in the stock cubes and add the lentils. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 mins, stirring occasionally to ensure the lentils aren't sticking.
4. Meanwhile, fry the remaining lardons in a small frying pan for about 10 minutes until crispy.
5. Serve the soup with a sprinkle of crispy lardons on top
6. Enjoy!

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Wedding Wednesday: thank you gifts

It is normally traditional here in the UK to give out thank you gifts to the parents, bridesmaids, best man and ushers during the groom's speech.  Some brides also give out their gifts to the bridesmaids during the morning of the wedding (which is an option I prefer) as it adds to the excitment of getting ready. 

I'm currently on the lookout for the perfect gifts for my girls, and found a few little gems on Etsy!

~  This box is perfect for a bridesmaid gift, as you can personalise the ceramic tile.  This is avaible from Susabellas shop..very cute! 

~  a gorgeous infinity pearl bracelet from Mosnos would make another lovely gift for bridesmaids

~  I love this unique idea - personalised hangers for each bridesmaid and mother of the bride from Clouds and Currents.  You can also change the ribbon colour to suit your colour theme!

~ another fun idea from Unique and Trendy, where you can have personalised 'team bride' tote bags.


              If you are already married, what gifts did you buy for your bridesmaids?

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Friday fancies: jumper time!

Now there's nothing I like better than wearing a comfy, warm jumper during cold days.  This purple and pink ombre knitted number is perfect for me - I adore long baggy jumpers paired up with skinny jeans.  I thought the biker boots also gives the outfit a bit of an edge.

jumper day! by peanuts-pearls featuring a leather tote

Take a wander over to Friday Fancies for more amazing inspirational jumper outfit ideas!

With just 3 weeks until my wedding, I'm in full final planning mode.  I have my final dress fitting tomorrow (can't wait to see my dress again!), also trying to sort out bridesmaids fittings...meeting the photographer...making the table plan and table numbers....and many many other things....phew!

What's everyone up to this weekend?

xx