Hating suprises

A few Christmases ago I had a bit of a meltdown over a gift from my parents. To anyone on the outside I guess I would have been comparable to a spoilt toddler having a tantrum because she didn't get the toy she wanted. My mum didn't take it personally though.

To set the scene for you, I'd just made Christmas dinner for the whole family for the second time not having learnt my lesson the first time round that the stress of cooking a 3 course meal for 8 people, and the burns and mess were simply something I shouldn't volunteer to put myself through again. But hey if you listen to anyone round here I'm stubborn.  

My mum handed me the gift - I hate gifts. Or at least, I hate things I haven't specifically asked for. So I open this gift, it's a pair of socks. They're soft, cosy, fluffy. I love soft, cosy, fluffy socks. But Oh My God. I put them on. Aggrh the discomfort. The seams. The unusually long length. They feel just soo wrong. I try to keep them on and show thanks but the stress and discomfort is unbearable. I'm walking around in these socks, crying and laughing at the same time. It's ridiculous that socks can make me cry. 

Luckily my mum was laughing with me. She knows what I'm like. She still tries to buy me surprises occasionally, knowing full well I'll probably freak out. I know she means well but Oh My God I hate surprises. 

Claire x

Love that #5

Totally in love with these.

Hello Merch

Vans are the comfiest ever. I totally need to add these to my collection.

Vans

I can't decide which of these I love the most.

Mokuyobi Threads

Ha ha this made me chuckle.

Miss Harry

Cats and sprinkles? Yes please!

I like CATS

Enough to brighten up the dullest of days.

Rocket Dog

Hunting for an outfit for a wedding and this little beauty pops up.

Rock N Roll Bride for Crown & Glory

Hope you guys have a great weekend xxx

Love that #4

Monkey it to me. How ace would these look on a night ride and anything that makes you more visible on your bike gets the thumbs up from me.

MonkeyLectric

Without keeping my ears covered up half the year I get instant earache. I've got a fluff lined headband similar to this cute one that I wear all winter. Great for keeping your ears covered without your head getting too hot.

Fat Face

Amazing tape for space lovers.

Fox & Star

I really should wear more yellow and more skirts

H & M

Ooh I have a thing for pretty bikes. Meet the Bobbin Birdie. 

Bobbin Bicycles

Hope you guys have a great weekend xxx

Love that #2

Now I'm at risk of jinxing myself here, but shhhh, *whispers* I've never had a puncture. Well that's not strictly true because I got one once when I went out for a leisure ride with the boys and we didn't spot it until we got home so it was a pretty slow one. But it's one of things when you ride everywhere - you know it's gotta happen at some point, and it will most likely be when you've really gotta be somewhere, or it's peeing it down, or you're feeling grotty. Sooo the best you can do is be prepared right and how sweet is this set? Up until now all my cycling gear (including my bike) is practical and not so pretty but I've been wanting to make the transition to a prettier set up and I think this little set from the guys at Full Windsor hits the spot.

Full Windsor

This print sure does make me smile.

Rachel Ignotofsky

After writing a 4 hour paper about bees for my degree I'm kinda fond of the little things. My collection is growing and this t-shirt needs to be on me! The fact it's printed using eco friendly paints on organic cotton makes it even more lovely.

Naturwrk

When I'm looking for a new bag it's usually the colour that catches my eye first and then the shape. I love the splash of colour on these bags by Wooly Bison.

Wooly Bison

I'm in love. Cutest bracelet I've seen in a long time. How tiny is that dino?!

Dear Dotty

Dance little bears, dance. Pj bottoms on a cold night snuggled up on the sofa with a hot chocolate. Perfect. It's become a bit of a tradition in our house to buy each other new PJ bottoms for Christmas and these cute bear ones from White Stuff are top of my wishlist.

White Stuff

Hope you have a great weekend x