Moomin Marvellous

Now, I noticed an obsession that I’m slowly developing over Moomins, maybe it’s a retreat back to my childhood but equally it could be the fact they’re amazingly cute! So, I looked online to find any Moomin products that could be added to my Christmas list. And did I!? Little did I know many others have been developing Moomin fever, so much so practically a whole section of the market is dedicated to ‘Moominism’. I’m pretty sure you could find a Moomin toilet seat in some unknown corner of the internet. Candle holders, pyjamas, mugs, calendars, toys, cutlery, cooking mittens; you name it, the Moomins have decorated it. So I decided what better than to do a Moomin haul? Here are some of the best Moomin products I found:

Ready for my top 3?:

1. Moomin Topshop Boypants: These are definitely worth it for £4. The patterns are cute and I admit I’m a sucker for underwear! Even though they won’t really be seen you can still show your appreciation for Moomins through and through with these knickers. They’re usually really comfy and Topshop often run offers when you buy 3 pairs.

2. Moomin Soft Toy: Yes it’s basically a child’s toy! But who couldn’t resist? If you’re not a fan of plush toys (as if you haven’t guessed I am) make this the one toy you do have.

3. Moomin To-do List: I was quite proud when I came across this nifty Moomin product. I will be buying this in the hope that if my lists are on stylish paper I’ll be more concise and looked after them (fingers crossed). This would equally be good for weekly shopping lists; as opposed to a plain bit of paper you can have a Moomin on there as well. What more could you want!

If you’re looking for something as a memento for Christmas this year, as I know some do! This Moomin Christmas mug is adorable. It will set you back £17.40 on Amazon, but the artwork on this mug is really endearing for Christmas, which I love.

I hope I’ve kick-started the start of a beautiful Moomin collection or at least strengthened your love for them! I know they’ll be making an appearance on my Christmas list this year! Please feel free to leave your comments and ideas, email me or follow me on twitter: @MoliquaMole

Molly xx

Topshop: Both Pyjama sets and Knickers.

www.Amazon.co.uk: Plush Toy, Pink Pocket Organiser, Phone Case, Comic Illustrated Book, To-do List, 4-piece Crockery Set, White Glass Bauble and Christmas Mug.

www.moomin.com: Duvet Cover, Candle Holder, Lip Balms, Cooking Apron and Pillow Case.

In Deep Water

So today I did an activity that wouldn't attract many during winter…I went swimming. As a cold bodied person it wasn't something that really appealed to me; leaving the comfort of my bed to traipse into the wind and rain to reach the local leisure center, idyllic I know. Now we all tend to put on pounds and reside to staying inside as much as possible and believe me, I am a main offender of this! However, my opinion on winter swimming has completely changed; it’s amazing and definitely the best time to go! So dig your swim attire out and rush to the pool for a quick dip! I found the prices were much lower than in summer and once indoors you can’t even feel the icy temperatures outside. I’m not an exercise fanatic by any means, oh no! But just swimming around for a bit refreshed and exercised me, in time for my last minute Christmas dash around the shops. Now you may be thinking on a weekend and despite the cold, children would still be flooding into the pool (excuse my pun). But no, I honestly shared the pool with about 10 other people; I feel I've discovered an unknown treasure. So if you’re not so keen on trying the icy swimming of the Russian waters or even the Christmas swim in the Serpentine, this may be more your bag. If you’re lucky to have a steam room like my local swimming pool, take advantage! It might just help your body rejuvenate for Christmas celebrations. There are so many health benefits for weight, heart, breathing, cholesterol and stress (due to all those feel good endorphin's). You may even find you can start using that bikini, trunks, or costume all year round!

Please feel free to leave your comments and ideas, email me or follow me on twitter: @MoliquaMole

Molly xx

Life's a Bleach

Welcome to my first ever post, you’ve found me! This is a bit daunting but I'm actually really excited to be building this blog, so I'll begin!

With the exciting new release of some of Bleach London’s products (now sold at Boots) I thought it’s only natural to dedicate this post to the salon. For those of you unacquainted with the salon this is THE homeland of colourful hair, if My Little Pony got their hair done, you would find a sea of ponies submerging the Bleach salons. Now Bleach really isn’t just a hair salon! Oh no! They create wonders of art in bright and pastel rainbow colours, you can be the girliest girl imaginable or the grungiest rock chick around, and it really is a whole new world for your locks to explore. And who’s to say boys can’t use it either? Now what’s not to love I hear you scream? Well before you go grabbing your purse and running for the salon, check appointment prices. Most treatments will set you back £100 or more, and we all know coloured hair needs maintaining rather regularly to stay in its prime look. So for many of us, including myself, a Bleach treatment really is just a treat. If you really do love your creative hair or know someone that does this would make a fabulous birthday or Christmas present! However, who said hair miracles don’t come in bottles placed on the shelves of Boots? Bleach certainly didn’t as they bring their beautiful hair dye palette to market. I’m sure this will be a super-hot seller and flying off the shelf.  There are 12 different colours at £5 a bottle as well as DIY bleaching, colour care and styling products all £7 and under; It's definitely well worth it! So if you’re feeling brave and daring this Christmas, you could always make that change and enter New Year in colourful style.

 

 

So that’s my first post! Please feel free to leave your comments and ideas, email me, or follow me on twitter: @MoliquaMole

I’ll post as often as I can on everything and anything! Molly xx

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