not bought

  while I may have given in and bought a new cup and plate recently, I'm still being sensible when it comes to sparkly things that catch my eye. Taking a photo really is enough for me, so I'll continue to do that. Especially as Bill and I are going to be visiting The Range later on today. I know they'll have Christmas set up, and I plan to take a look around, but I don't plan on buying anything new. I need picture frames and card, perhaps a candle or two. If I see anything else that I'd like and have room for, then I may treat myself, but I'm not going shopping intending to buy just any old thing. I am tougher with myself these days and I have to be.
These Chanel inspired lipstick and nail varnish decorations caught my eye in Home Bargains recently. They are so cute, for someone who loves make up and just wants a fun girly tree, these are perfect, and only £1.49 each which isn't bad at all.

Not sure what is particularly festive about the glittery moon, but it was cute so I took a photo. They are quite large but very lightweight, so you could do an ethereal sun, moon and stars themed tree without it weighing down the branches too much.

Now I've used these photos on the blog I can delete them from my phone. Then I'll completely forget about them until the next time I look back on this post. And that's the lesson I am teaching myself, that I can see something in the moment and think 'ooh, pretty', but that doesn't mean I should buy it.
Walking away from it with only a picture saves money and will not clutter up the house or garage. It's not always easy, I can't lie, sometimes I see something and would love to bring it home, but that's the easiest way of undoing all the hard work we've done this year and I have no intention of doing that.