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WONDER OF A GIFT, MEET MY HUSBAND

WONDER OF A GIFT, MEET MY HUSBAND
WONDER OF A GIFT, MEET MY HUSBAND


















































Exciting campaign 'Giving Extra to Someone Special' provided by my new Santa this year, one of the English banks found us talking about the perfect present for that special person just in time. You know, the one that makes us all nervous to get it just right. I happily grabbed the opportunity (and Amazon voucher for the purpose) to show just how well I really know that special someone by getting him that perfect gift and you better believe I am going to tell you all about it. Before I’d hop on any idea let me tell you how my clever reasoning worked...

Men (from my 5'3" perspective) dream of fancy things but are afraid to admit it. They're into toys but don't want to be seen as immature. And they actually like to be able to USE them outside the sitting area so no mugs with inappropriate bumps and lumps, slippers that loose pieces by the third day, books they go after the title and credits because that's when you're still watching. I mean a long lasting toy he can show to his mates and score some good points, a gadget of a fair value and within his knowledge how to operate it. Girl, you got yourself into a case to handle because the obvious will not work around here that's for sure. Socks? Yes, he's got at least 50 pairs but does it give me right to add to the collection? I could play with cotton content and the thickness of fabric, that could be fun but I've learnt through past purchases that clothes are only right to give him if he's over 70 or specifically pointed at his fingers freezing up on the steering wheel. All the clothes Damian was given were a hit but the awe kept him so surprised he still thinks he might have to give them back so I don't attempt to dress him, at least not over caroling season. You gotta have some self control! 

So he weights it gently carefully removing layers of my loving. Smile is a good sign as he goes further unpacking unnecessary blend of plastic and paper. Here comes his gift - a pair of wireless speakers (thanks to fabulous reviews with only one owner saying: 'these headphones are too tight for someone with not a particularly big head and they fully enclose your ears.' Oh man, how was I going to go round this?). More comfortable than pair of socks, more glamorous than pants purchases happening regularly. Just give him a minute to bask in their silver glow. Hit or total miss? Special gift or specifically unfortunate? I got a little wild with my choice but I kept the wow factor, likes and level of his expertise in mind at all times (only being distracted by dropping this mohair shawl into the basket). Think of the possibilities! Perfect for running after a busy toddler while listening to his favourite tracks, learning how to play electric guitar with his online course, watching movies while we girls have more important stuff to do. And they go with almost everything I bought him the previous years in case he's tempted to forget. x


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MY IDEA OF FUN

MY IDEA OF FUN


Help yourself in the kitchen:
Hand decorated baubles featuring famous and awaited: Czerwona Maszyna
Vintage light covering the whole alphabet and a few inappropriate words: Fab 
Having everything decorated still take these reindeer seriously: Fab
Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you don't need a fruit bowl: Czerwona Maszyna
Add black cat snack bowl to mess up the balance a little: Czerwona Maszyna
Roadsign cotton cushion is the thing my dreams are made of: Czerwona Maszyna
 The situation with clocks is either fun or practicality. I prefer lots of fun: Fab
Think carefully before passing this brooch styled cookie cutter behind: Czerwona Maszyna

MY IDEA OF FUN

 Help yourself in the office:
Gentleman ceramic soap dish because umbrella is never a bad idea: Izola
  Cork stoppers perfect for late evening emergencies: Fab
Everyday items need a hero: Fab
Desk clock buddy will go along with everything you stash on your desk: Czerwona Maszyna
Uniqueness at its best (scissors mugs): Fab
No theme is required when thinking royalty (English soldiers place mat): Fab
Handcrafted Rabbit/Dalmatian mug distracts from randomness: Fab
Darts keyring will make a heart go racing: Czerwona Maszyna
For so little you get so much back (salt and pepper holders as milk cartons): Czerwona Maszyna 

MY IDEA OF FUN


Help yourself, kids room:
To transform a room from ordinary to super cosy you need at least one amazing piece. 
You're welcome (kids windmill wall clock): Czerwona Maszyna 
Follow your heart or just the biker: Czerwona Maszyna
Kids alarm clock done right: Czerwona Maszyna
Letter coaster to put something icy to start with: Little Factory
Adding one fancy bit to your desk will transform it beautifully 
(ideally more but one is good for starters - ballpoint holder): Czerwona Maszyna
Whiteboard globe for all things urgent or oh so inspiring: Czerwona Maszyna
Heat mat will make cooking not feel like work: Fab
To preserve the best of season use leaf door stoppers: Czerwona Maszyna

And here we are with my interpretation of stockings filling! Or what's best in season in quirky sections of the internet found just in time to make a statement in countless ways. I have visited a couple of attention grabbing gadget/accessories/not-at-all-necessary-finds online stores bringing you my favourites. They range in price and character, usage and style but never in quality. That's why I love those shops, still maintain high standards alongside not always serious products. Most of them come from a Polish shop Czerwona Maszyna (Red Machine), quite a few were spotted on Fab. If you're just a little obsessed like me and want to add a spice into your interior or just where you're hanging around the most (happens to be both places) some really good things are happening on those servers. Happy December!  
   
Tomorrow's our fifth wedding anniversary so a little sneaking out is in order. But I'll be back in a heartbeat. xx
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HOW DO YOU SPARKLE THIS SEASON?
Sparkly sweater: Asos, Sequined skirt: Next, Seahorse necklace: eBay find
There’s still time left to adjust to the changing seasonal dimensions, activate our own sparkly share in the worldwide celebrations. My face has been pressed up against shopping windows with the eye following wide circle of luminous shine coming towards me in tiny increments of candlelit dawn, glowing diodes on already appearing everywhere fir trees, finally as golden studs and sequins on my clothes softening all the hard edges. There are no escape routes from my very own sitting room either and in the morning when the artificial yet so soothing different from a real crisp and sharp light is wearing off I look forward to its magical powers transforming personality of my rooms again. We’re all gather this super burst of power and energy, carry it home, trap in stores, distract darkness with the tree lights that draw the eye. I look around and find ordinary buildings lit up beyond comprehension, we measure the days in terms of sparks. So soothing to see Nadia stare unblinkingly at the rush of legs with amused expressions. We like our twosome escapades into town for our supply of light in the melancholic months of winter. This year I own more sparkly detailed clothes than I realized and my body seems to be reacting quite positively on being adorned in not always practical pieces. But it's the visuals that matter...

How do you and your cozy spaces sparkle this season? In anticipation of your responses I'd love to ask you to share photos with accompanying captions of how you've captivated the light and I'll be posting them here throughout the month of December. My gmail inbox is super excited! x

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WELL-BEGUN IS HALF DONE AKA THE IMPORTANCE OF SESON'S EARLY SHOPPING
































Water resistant saddle protector if you have spare minutes between rides
Lid Sid prevents pans boiling over to everyone's embarrassment (if you put him other way round)
Pussy magnet attracts paperclips and other metal bits to begin with
Yes Deer, No Deer mug experience while people are watching
Herb/Security Scissors vaguely related to the rest of the household
Six cotton rich socks saving you time trying to find pairs (15 possible combinations!)

The message is clear and uncomplicated - to organize way in advance and forget last minute shop-to-almost-passed-out status. Easy typed than done but even if I knew I wasn't going to accomplish anything just yet, simple browsing through gift sites and flipping through magazines was a good start. Every minute of it. If I can look for ideas before taking my purse out, most likely I'll have my gifts shipped, wrapped, even dusted in time! Most likely. The formula works wonders unless in a strange way I'll start to rely heavily on planning forgetting how fun it is to buy things out of a pure excitement while being pushed over at the till. One and only experience of a last minute shopper.    

Anyway my all time best site for things that are crazy, quirky and not at all necessary is the one I introduced here. Presents for Men (as well as for the girls) with their multitude of choices and one year later I still find interesting things to have my eyes peeled on. Tell me you're in Christmas shopping mood already so we're in it together. x
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Should you avoid pleasure when you're more on the sneezing side? Definitely and arguably not! As the colder days and party season is approaching I have spent some time 'adding to the basket' and impatiently awaiting the postman with too many parcels (I think I should start exchanging Christmas cards with one of them as he came by several times, ouch). With this little post I'd like to share my experience with finger shopping (online buying, my dears). Elbowing through the hordes on the high street neither testing my little muffin's patience in the changing rooms makes ordinary shopping a pleasurable activity. Add up my shivering cold and heading online seems to be the best option. I tried four well-known brands and with a few clicks welcomed more than dozen pieces to my closet. 

The challenge began with UK's largest online-only fashion store - Asos. I have ordered navy dress in print which came slightly bigger than expected so after returning it, I went for the smaller size with my next order of a few jumpers and sweaters. Unlike the dress which accidentally came back in a shape of a T-shirt from the same collection, they were all perfect fit and landed at my doorstep the next day as stated. I kept the T-shirt which I liked more than the dress and was issued a refund of the price difference within the next day of informing the store. All in all I was very satisfied with the prompt reply, quick delivery and most of all the ease of browsing the website, however you have to bear in mind that models presenting the clothes are much much taller than some of us and choosing dresses can give us a nasty surprise. Jumpers fitted heavenly, one dress had to be cut shorter but I made that choice consciously while adding it to my shopping basket. It's made from a stretch jersey fabric so the alteration was a piece of cake. I hope it will show up here soon. Next came ESPRIT with a pair of white slim jeans and grey sweater - both fitted perfectly and delivery was quick and hassle free. I also chose a woolen jumper from Boden which fits as I would wish it to. My last experience was Mango and a half woolen, half leather winter coat I fancied (big move, I know) - at first not really happy with the delivery as I had no confirmation from the courier by email or text message as to the day and time of them coming so I missed it but rearranged the delivery and got it the very next day.

All in all online shopping can give you goosebumps as when you see it you know what you're getting but the sizing guides on the websites are pretty accurate (prepare for measuring your bibs and bobs and keep record for later orders as on each online store measurement can vary), return and refund policies are clear and mostly free so the whole online Christmas shopping seems to be a good idea if you only have time and energy to go through the choices available (some details are easier to spot in-store like added accessory or a tricky zip so checking clothes from every angle is crucial). Once you've done it a couple of times, known the rules (mine is to always go for the smaller size if coming up as bigger in some areas) it becomes just as easy and satisfying as contact with real fabric.
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Hey, this is my first post since... feels like since last spring and erm... how do I greet people? With a hug, kiss or handshake? Let's just settle with a warm welcome and a few covering words together with some picture overload. I have been busy but was never going away too far from my unorganized desk of which results will be posted slowly on these pages. Four days until Christmas - exciting time for big and small and even those who have antlers and wag their flips as seen above. Anything more thrilling than seeing a real Santa? Winter in Poland - with snow, ice, frozen fingers and red cheeks begging to be cuddled in fur. The winter wonderland adventure will begin next week and all I've been focusing on is hundreds of post-it notes stuck to every surface imaginable with things I will undoubtedly not come back without, activities scheduled for sunny and stormy days (coffee-tasting in between them), places (mostly sheltered) that had waited for our footprints way too long. I just can't wait. 

As for the recent joy for my little Christmas helper (I love when she greets everybody with her loud "Merry Christmas!" and memorises lyrics to "Santa baby" song with my dubbing side effects) we went to see Santa together with Nadia's two little cousins. This, coupled with real and fake reindeer, ducks hanging from the ceiling, snowy wonderland and a great deal of carnival accessories made us never wanting warmer season again. But just for a short while after which we explored the mall a bit and seen a really cool ski resort mockup with a toy train going underneath the frozen mountain. I'll definitely make this place our before season shopping spot. Did Nadia like meeting the old, kind man handing her big present? Guided by her looks as not wanting to sit next to Santa I stayed close and gently rubbed her shoulder so she knew I was standing behind. She then nodded a couple of times accepting well wishes and ran away to the boys already holding their neatly wrapped presents. Be patient Santa, next year she'll chat you up. 

The day has been great in so many ways and I'm so happy to be seeing my family soon. 

Also I've been posting backwards - keep checking the archives which grow daily as I really like sharing some of our photos from the past together with explanations as to the particular time in our lives. Happy, mild in temperature weekend!   
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Hoodie phone cover for cooler days
Frozen smiles ice cube moulds that work without sanitizing
Guitar bottle opener key rings come with their own cases
Crazy hair bandana on a really bad hair day
Camera lens coffee mug easily mistaken for a real one
Comic photo frame to make fun of events
Record coasters for a few rounds more
Guitar spatula for all things sticky
Music lovers' socks to be seen up close
 
Not usually gift, gadget and accessories websites attract my attention as I find their collections to be silly and bad quality they even send you a brochure of. If however there is a wide range of good quality, original gifts that have that instant 'wow' factor I'm all eyes. The above compilation of my favourite items can be found on Presents For Men (as well as for girls) site. Balancing between practicality and fun, these little pieces above could transform my autumn in nano seconds.
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