A Big Thank You and My Festive Prairie Charm Giveaway!

Hello Again!!

Today's post is an exciting one for me to do because it includes my Prairie Charms Giveaway!! I started writing my blog because something that I had enjoyed doing was reading other peoples blogs so I thought to myself, why not do my own! To be quite honest, I'm impressed with myself that I haven't packed it in (I did at one point but that didn't last for very long).  I only started BlogsVlogsEtc back in August and it's taken off for me (not trying to sound full of myself, that's not what I'm meaning here) What I mean when I say that is that the biggest thing for me is the people I've 'met' along the way! I put met in quote marks as I haven't met any of you in person but it's really the twitter community of bloggers - you're all really really nice. 

So I knew I wanted to do something as like a "Thank You" for being so nice, so as I was nearing 1000 twitter followers, Prairie Charms and I decided that we would put together a little bundle of beautiful festive goodies for one of you to win! So long story short, Thanks for reading this post, my other posts and for being so kind! 

So to the giveaway!! Like I said Prairie Charms have been so generous and have put together this amazing bundle of goodies for one of you lucky buggers to win! In the giveaway there is some lovely limited edition Tartan hair pieces - I love the clip bow! There's also some cute little post-its, some very festive straws that would help make any Christmas Party! But my favourite part of this giveaway is this beautiful bird necklace! I love this!!

Click below to enter and Good Luck!!

The Prairie Charm Giveaway!

Thank you all again,

'Till next time ...

All things Christmas!!

Ho! Ho! Hello Again!

Today's post is going to be a Bonus Post! As it's the best month of the year - Obviously, because we get to eat chocolate first thing every morning (I'm not saying this doesn't happen throughout the year but you know - it happens) so I thought I will update you guys with all the festivities happening this month! You can now keep up to date on a daily basis over on my Instagram - I've finally set up an account for BlogsVlogsEtc.

In Aberdeen this year for the first time they closed off one of the streets in town and made a Christmas Village!! Sam and I took a walk along and took a couple of photos. They've also built a little ice rink (how cute) but Sam wouldn't let me go on it - probably for the best as I would have ended up breaking a few bones!

Another thing I like to do when the days are getting colder is sitting in wrapped in cosy blankets, watching Christmas movies with cups of tea and Lebkuchen stars! 

So that's just a couple of Christmassy thing's I've been getting up to. I would have posted a photo of our Christmas tree but I can't manage to get one without our new TV in it - I will though!!

So does your city/village have any Christmas markets going on? I'd love to see photos!

'Till next time ...

Guest Post - Best Friend Gift Guide - She Who Lives

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Today's post is by the lovely Monique from 'She who lives' and she has done a 'Best Friend Gift Guide'. I hope you like it as much as I do!

Hey loves! I have the pleasure of guest blogging on Blogs Vlogs Etc. this week. Sarah guest blogged for me a few weeks ago and you can read her post here! I really enjoyed compiling this "Bestfriend Gift Guide" for you guys! I put three items that are reasonably priced, and one splurge item for the BEST friend we all have that would do the same for us. I hope you enjoy and use this list for inspiration for the besties in your life! I've provided the links underneath the images for your convenience.

The Music Lover

1.The new Adele album 25

2. Spotify Giftcard

3. Bose SoundTrue On-Ear Headphones*

4. Record Store Day Tee " I STILL BUY RECORDS"

The Coffee Enhusiast

1. Monogrammed Mug

2. Starbucks Anniversary Travel Mug*

3. Starbucks Variety K-cup pack

4. Starbucks Giftcard

The Beauty Addict

1. Benefit Mascara

2. Makeup Bag

3. Beauty Blender Pro

4. Naked 3*

The Interior Designer friend

1. Candle

2. Throw Blanket*

3. Accent Piece/Storage

4. Vase

The Fitness Guru

1. Gym Bag

2. Weight Lifting Gloves

3. Phone Armband

4. Fitbit Charge HR*

The Blogger Friend

1. A Font

2. Planner

3. Journal

4. Camera*

In no way am I affiliated with any of these brands or stores.

I hope you enjoyed this gift guide! It's been such a pleasure working with Sarah, and I am so pleased to be featured on Blogs Vlogs Etc.

Do you have a game-plan for the besties? Would you love to get any of this from your friends?

Let's chat below!

Blog: shewholives.com // Twitter + Instagram: shewholivesxo

Christmas Gift Ideas Under £20 for Her ..

Ho Ho Hello again,

It's getting to that time of year where we show the special people in our lives how much we love them, so why do you get them a little something special that you know they will love?! Here are a few ideas of mine that any girl/woman would love to receive this christmas (I know I would, hint hint wink wink Sam).

First up is this beautiful mini Benefit Crescent Row Limited Edition perfume set! How cute do they look? I have had 'My Place or Your's Gina' before and it smells amazing. This would be great for any benefit lover or perfume lover! You can get this for £19.50 www.debenhams.com

Next is a Skinny Dip London phone case. These make great stocking fillers for all ages! They range from £12 uperwards and you can get your hands on this love heart one for £12.00 www.skinnydiplondon.com

These little bath fizzers are from Zoella's Christmas Beauty range. They're beautiful as is the jar that you can re-use afterwards! They are only £9.00  www.superdrug.com

Next up is another fragrance and this is from the Library of Fragrance and it's Christmas in New York (I can only imagine that would smell bloody amazing) you can get this and a whole lot more fragrances for £15.00 thelibraryoffragrance.com

I so want these - it's the 'so tweet' pyjamas from George at ASDA. We have the tradition, along with many I'm sure, that we get special Christmas pjs every year and these would do the job! They're £15 direct.asda.com

Books make brilliant gifts and this one has a little bit of everything in it, it's Tanya Burr's book, Love Tanya. It has a sections about her life, baking and how to increase your confidence. I already have this book so I am personally recommending it especially if that special person in your life likes her YouTubers. Right now it £9.74 www.waterstones.com

Last up is a Beauty Box Subscription, I recommend Glossy box as I have been getting these for the last few months and I've never been disappointed. You can choose a subscription plan and again, this would be perfect for all ages! You can find out more here www.glossybox.co.uk and subscriptions start at £10.00 plus £3.25 postage and packaging.

I hope this helps you with your Christmas shopping, we all know it can get very stressful! But try and remember it's a happy festive time of year that should be enjoyed!

'Till next time ...