Hello Blogger.. Can We Be Friends Again?

I've changed my room up a lot since my last posts! Interior posts coming soon!

Looking out over Skye a couple of weeks ago

Well.. I think this is the 3rd time I've wrote a comeback blog post..I promise I am going to get better at this again. My blog and I have had a bit of a dysfunctional relationship over the last couple years.. we try to commit but it never works out the way we want it to. But this time I want to be back for good. So I am going to start off fresh and have a new blog style and see how it goes from there. I want to post more lifestyle content as I find myself exploring a lot more these days and although I update my Instagram virtually every day it's just not the same as documenting a day out in a blog post. I want to get back into reviewing products too, I have a mental list of things I want to write about that I think you will enjoy as much as I am! I want to post some gaming reviews too which is something I wanted to do in the past but didn't think it would suit everyone's taste but I am now in the mind set of "this is my blog and I will post the things I enjoy" regardless if it only gets 5 views. Lets' see how this time pans out...

Natalie x

Life Update Again.. | One Awful Year Later...I'm Back

Hey! I am heeeeere! 

I'm going to give my blog some attention again, I feel like my head is slowly coming back around to "normal" and I feel like I can do this again. Blogging should not feel like a chore you should want to do it so that's why I'm back, I want to do this again! 

As some of you may know last year was the worst yet for me, I sadly lost my big cousin/best friend Kelly to skin cancer which became terminal last September and it has affected me really badly. I am still in shock and I can't believe it is coming up to a year since she passed away but I know she would want me to get back on here and back on track with my life and stop being so down. So I have lots of things, beauty and miscellaneous aside to review, I have loads of makeup ideas to upload and I am going to be travelling about a lot more so I will try and incorporate all that into my posts as much as I can! I can't wait to see what happens from here, I hope you guys are well. You can keep up to date with me if you fancy through Instagram which I use all the time @magickruby :) x

Here's my favourite picture of me and my beautiful cousin Kelly <3..

Life Update: Im Back! | Domestic Abuse | ♥ New Beginnings ♥

Hello! I feel so strange opening my laptop again and typing on here.. it has been too long! I finally have some motivation to start blogging again. The last time I posted on here was in November last year, the reason I have had such a long break from blogging was because I was in a bit of a mess and I needed to make some serious changes to my life.

I was "stuck" in a horrible, both mentally and physically abusive relationship. This relationship had been terrible since day one, I was in it for 4 years, since I was 15. I tried to convince myself it would be okay and it would sort itself out, I was wrong. Things got really bad around May last year, I was so exhausted and fed up. I was having constant battles in my head, mind games, blackmail and lies were just a few of the horrible, mentally draining things I was dealing with on a daily basis from my ex. I had no life whatsoever, I lost contact with so many friends because I wasn't allowed friends, I was constantly being judged wherever I went, I was being cheated on and lied to all the time, I was constantly "looking after" an unemployed, depressed, drunk boyfriend who never failed to disappoint me.

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara ♥

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara Blackest Black- £4.99
I have a problem with buying mascara, I buy about 2 new bottles a month which ends up with me having an entire drawer full of half used mascara's. Not ideal. However, I thought this was a mascara worth mentioning.
I don't usually use just one mascara on it's own when I do my makeup, so I have been enjoying using this mascara as a 'base', it separates and lengthens all of my eyelashes to a perfect length, top and bottom. I could get away with using it on its own for a basic look but because my eyelashes are long I like to use a bit more mascara to emphasise them even more on a day to day basis.
When used on its own it is a true dark black colour which I really like. It can be built up to make my eyelashes thicker. It dries really quickly and it doesn't flake off through the day either which is brilliant. This is an amazing budget mascara, I can't believe it is only £4.99, I highly recommend it to you all!

The Body Shop Tea Tree Blemish Fade Lotion ♥

The Body Shop Tea Tree Blemish Fade Lotion - £3.99 RRP £9 Fragrance Direct

Happy Halloween! Have you got any spooky plans for this evening or this weekend? I am dressing up for work, I will make sure I take pictures to show you all. 

I have been loving this Body Shop night lotion recently. Even though it says it is a night lotion, I have also been using it in the mornings. It is very lightweight and easy to apply makeup on top of. 

It has a beautiful, fresh, tea tree scent which I adore and it feels nice and cooling on my face whenever I apply it. 

Since I started using this lotion, I have noticed the blemish marks between my eyebrows and below my nose have faded, some have disappeared completely. I have very sensitive skin, so I am always wary about trying new face products however, I haven't had any nasty breakouts from this lotion. I have never used any Body Shop products on my face so I am pleased to know I can use their facial skincare products. If you suffer from spots, I would highly recommend you use this lotion, it has definitely helped my skin! Fragrance Direct have a large range of  Body Shop products which are well worth checking out, (click here) to see all the bargains! Or view the entire range on The Body Shop website (click here) :) 

I've Changed My Blog Name! Hello Cosmic Creepers

Afternoon! I have changed my blog name and url from shabbychicandtea.blogspot.co.uk to c0smiccreepers.blogspot.co.uk! I am currently trying to get my bloglovin followers moved over to my new url, the Bloglovin' team are hopefully going to help me with this.I have been contemplating changing my blog name for about 5 months, I didn't want to be shabby chic and tea anymore, I wanted a new start with a neutral blog name which is a bit more ME. I am buying a new blog template on Friday when I get paid so hopefully my blog will look a little more organised at the end of the week. I am excited, I love my new name. "Cosmic Creepers" is the cat from Bedknobs and Broomsticks in case some of you don't know but I feel this name could also be talking about the shoes too! So I hope you like my new name, let me know what you think in the comments :)! x

Topshop/Motel Pay Day Wishlist // October 2014 ♥

I need to stop spending.. but how can I when there's so many beautiful things in Topshop ah! I get paid on Friday, I wish I could buy all of this but I just don't think I can justify the lot, however, I will be getting a couple things... 

Hope you like my picks, let me know your favourites! 

1. Tiara Motel Dress (either the sunflower one or the beautiful moon and stars one!) £35 2. Buckle Flannel Kilt Skort £40 3. PU Asymmetric Wrap Skort £36 4. Folly Crop Top By Motel £18 5. Kiki Shorts By Motel £35 6. All Eyes On Me Crop Top £30 7. I Hate You Top £24 8. Mesh Bralet £12 9. Sequin Skirt £85(*shocking price!*) 10. Dogtooth Wrap Over Coat £85 11. Fringe Trim Kimono £20 12. Tattoo Choker Set £16.50

Current Favourites ♥

Hey! I hope you had a good weekend. I am currently full of the cold.. the joys of winter time! My grandparents are coming up from Ayrshire this week to stay with me and my family so I am really excited and if we go anywhere or do anything I will probably take my camera and write about my day because a lot of you enjoyed my London and Brighton posts. I just hope my cold goes away in time for them coming! 

I haven't done a current favourites or a monthly favourites in such a long time so I thought now would be the perfect time to show you all what I am loving. 

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette - £37

This is probably no surprise to any of you that this palette is featuring in my favourites but I use it every day and I think Autumn and Winter time is where it fits in the best. I have been using more shimmery shades recently such as the copper shade (Chopper) and the golden shade (Half Baked). If you want to read more about the Naked 2 palette I have a seperate post (here) which reviews it fully.

Bourjois Bronzing Powder "Medium 51" - £7.99

A lot of bronzers look terrible on my pale skin. They are either too dark brown or far too orange and they make me look like I have smeared mud onto my face. However, this bronzer is perfecto! I find it very light at first until you build it up which I really like as I hate when bronzers are at full pigmentation on the first swipe onto your cheeks. I build up to the perfect bronzed, golden shade and it makes my face look slightly less chubby. It also smells of chocolate which is a total bonus!

Revlon Colorstay Foundation Combination/Oily "110 Ivory" - 12.49

I have recently went back to this foundation as I decided I wanted to try out some new foundations for summer. I wish I hadn't bothered because every other foundation I bought was a complete waste of money as no others match up to this one. I love the colour, it is really pale, it almost matches my skin perfectly. It lasts all day and it doesn't oxidise either which is brilliant. I have a full review here if you want to read more.

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara - £4.99

I love how this mascara lengthens, thickens and separates each individual eyelash. It is a complete bargain at 4.99. I can't rave about it enough. It is just brilliant. You have to go and get it.

Maybelline Matte Maker Powder "Classic Ivory" - £3.99

I have been trying out a lot of different powders recently and this is the only one which seems to do the trick for me. It lasts all day and even if I need a touch up it doesn't go cakey or make my face look fake. It also doesn't stick to dry patches on my face.

Elf Liquid Eyeliner  -  £3.95

*The best liquid eyeliner everrrrr* 

I love this eyeliner so much. it is super black, the applicator brush is thin and so easy to use and it dries instantly and lasts all day.. what more can I say.. oh yeah it's only £3.95!

MUA Single eyeshadow "shade 30" - £1.00

 I have been using this eyeshadow below my bottom eyelashes most days. It really brightens them up and compliments my blue eyes. I love how pigmented it is and how shimmery the tiny flakes are.

Rimmel Kate Lipstick "shade 03" - £5.49

I have been enjoying using this nude lipstick with dark eyes recently, it is a nice transition colour from summer to autumn. It lasts about 2 hours without me having to reapply it and it leaves my lips soft and moisturised. It has a semi matte finish which I think looks great.

Hello Autumn, I'm Back!

Hello! I am back from my totally unplanned blogging break. 

I have been really busy over the past couple of months, so I haven't found the time to blog or take pictures in day light. 

I recently started a Fashion Design course at my college, I love it. I never really enjoyed sewing and making clothes in high school but now I really enjoy it. I have to make a skirt before Christmas, so I will keep you updated on how it is coming along. I would like to do a post about my course at some point, so if you would like to read that then let me know. I have been working most days and pretty much every day after college too, so 3 days a week my day starts at 7am for college and ends at 9pm when I finish my shift at work, I don't mind but it has definitely affected my blog. I will try harder to get blog pictures taken on my full days off. I have also had my hair dip dyed again so it is back to blonde on the bottom which I really like for this time of year. I hope you are all well, I have taken lots of blog pictures today so I will have some beauty posts up over the next few days. Thanks for sticking with me while I have been away :) x

p.s how cosy does Magick look lying in front of the fire!

August 2014 Birchbox | My Thoughts ♥

Number 4 Super Comb Prep & Protect | £20
I have been using this conditioning & protecting spray on my hair just before blow drying it. It doesn't really have a fragrance, it just makes my hair feel nice and soft once it is dry. I have quite enjoyed using it on my new bleached ends.

Vasanti Brightenup! Enzymatic Face Rejuvinator | £26
This is a multi-action exfoliator which is designed to refresh your complexion. I haven't actually used this yet as my skin is having a horrible break out just now so I don't want to irritate it by adding something new into my skincare routine. I like the sound of it though.

Supergoop! Daily Correct SPF35 CC Cream | £32
I have tried this cc cream a few times, however, I keep finding myself applying my foundation over the top of it because it is far too dark for my skin tone and it doesn't even out my skin tone. I am not over joyed by this product.

Nude Progenius Omega Treatment Oil | £58
This is a nourishing oil rich in Omega 3, 6, 7 & 9, for hydrated smooth skin. I am looking forward to trying out this face oil as it sounds promising. I think it might be the pick me up my skin needs right now!

Chella Highlighter Pencil | £15.95
This highlighter can be used on your brow bones, cheekbones and inner corners of your eyes. I have been using it on my brow bone and eyes, it works really well and I love the soft consistency it has.

The Proposal By Tasmina Perry |£7.99
I haven't read this chapter from this book yet as I don't really enjoy romantic novels, I am more interested in horror and crime books. However, I am sure a lot of you would enjoy it.

I wasn't extremely impressed with this months box, it seemed a bit boring and it has too many tiny samples of things I don't really think I will use, I hope next months box is as good as last months was. You can see last months box review here

Roger & Gallet Ultra Nourishing Oil Review ♥

Roger & Gallet Nourishing Oil - £16.83 (usually £25.50) -Escentual*

Sorry I haven't posted in a few days, I have been really busy and I haven't been very well recently so I have been off work and in my bed watching Vampire Diaries and Hollyoaks! I am feeling much better now and I have finally had my hair done, I have ombre blonde ends again, yay. 

I was recently contacted by Escentual and asked if I would like to review this hair and body oil from Roger & Gallet. I was pretty excited to try it out as it sounded like a great all round product and it looks pretty sitting on my dressing table too!

Catseye London ♥

Makeup Bag £10.50* Pocket Mirror £7.50*

 I was recently sent these beautiful accessories from Catseye London, which is a website full of beautiful accessories, stationary, gifts and miscellaneous bits and bobs for your home. Of course I fell in love with the kitty cats collection. The quality of these pieces are brilliant and each item comes with its own little dust bag, which is great for keeping things neat and tidy in my room after I have received my accessories! 

The makeup bag has a wipe clean inner and outer shell, great for when foundation brushes & sponges smear all over the inside (just me this happens to?), it also has a divider inside to keep your makeup more organised. I absolutely love the vibrant big blue eyes on this little kitty cat, the picture quality is brilliant! It is the perfect size for my handbag, it's not too big but yet it manages to hold so much! I can fit my every day makeup & palettes in here with plenty of space left over, I am so impressed! 

The little pocket mirror is so handy and SO cute! I need a tabby kitten, NEED. This mirror is the perfect size for a quick touch up or a hair check. There's a normal side and a magnified side which is handy. I love the pattern on the back, it is very Aztec, right up my street. 

I am so impressed with Catseye London, I hope to review more of their products for you all in the future, there is so much to choose from, you won't be disappointed, so go have a look for yourself, they have also just set up a Twitter account(click here), so give them a follow to keep up to date with all the latest offers and collections! (Thanks again Rosanna for the goodies!) x

Boho Moon Jewellery ♥

Boho Moon (click here)

Boho Moon is an on trend jewellery company which has a huge range of beautiful hand made pieces. I noticed the other day on their twitter page they were having a £1 sale, which I couldn't say no to! I thought you would love to see the things I got!

Melanis Star Ring - £3 (I got it for £1 in sale)

This is my favourite ring, it is adjustable and it looks really pretty on my hands.

Rainbow Fluorite Ring - £1 in sale

Unfortunately this ring is now sold out but I am sure there will be more in stock soon or an alternative. I love the pretty rainbow colours in this ring. It adjusts to the size of my fingers which is great.

Night Spell Amethyst Quartz Choker - £8

I have wanted an amethyst stone necklace for so long and this one is perfect. I decided to get it in a  black shoe lace style choker to make it a bit different to all the other amethyst necklaces I have seen.

My products arrived in a lovely bright purple parcel, each in individual little draw string bags, with pretty star & moon sequins dusted inside the purple tissue paper that was holding it all together, I thought this was a nice touch!

Boho Moon have kindly created me a 10% discount code for you guys to use on their site, all you have to do is enter it at the checkout before you buy your items. So if you're looking for new, on trend necklaces, rings, chokers or bracelets then definitely check them out, I have a list of things I want to buy from there again, they really do have some beautiful pieces which will bling up any outfit!

Discount Code: NATALIE10

Have you bought anything from Boho Moon before? 

p.s. I'm going to London in 2 days, I'm SO excited, I can't wait to blog about my trip and everything I get up to! 

Life Recently ♥ | Kittens, Mountain Bikes, Sunny Days etc.

HEY! I hope you're doing well! I feel like I haven't talked to you all in so long.. I have been so busy recently, I have been hanging out with my best  friends, one of which has just left to live in Glasgow :( (so upset), I've been swimming in massive pools and rivers, having BBQ's, having DVD nights with my friends, travelling with my mum and of course working! I have managed to fit in a lot into my spare time which I am really pleased about, I have been getting out in the sunshine whenever I get the chance, so I haven't been posting as much (sorry). Here are a few pictures I would like to share with you all. I am going to take plenty blog post pictures today as I'm off (y a y) so I will be back on track very soon, I have loads of reviews and ideas that I can't wait to share with you all! I hope you like this little update post, let me know what you've been up to! x

Pictures in detail (from Left- Right, top to bottom):

1,2 &3 - My friend Jerez's kittens! SO cute!

4 - One of the rivers I explored recently with my brother and James

5 - The mountain bike world cup is held where I live every year, it is a good event, I love bikes and the atmosphere is always magic, it was amazing to see stunt planes this year too!

6 - There have been some beautiful, bright and vibrant sunsets recently, this one was amazing!

7 & 8 - I dyed my hair (please excuse my bogging mirror in the second picture)!! My hair was not meant to turn out this dark at all but I liked it at the time, I have now attempted to strip my hair 3 times, all of which haven't worked brilliantly and my hair has faded back dark each time! I am getting my hair done on the 6th August though so it will be totally different again, I can't wait!

9 & 10 - A new cafe opened in my high street, it is amazing and it does thee best brownies EVER.

11 & 12 - I have been here twice in the past 2 weeks, it is such a beautiful place to go swimming or just sit and chill at!

13 & 14 - Me and Leon (the one who moved to Glasgow) sitting in a park one day being weird and taking stupid selfies.. & me and my best bud Laura taking more stupid selfies!

Amazing Advertisers - June

Hey! Another month is over.. SO glad it is July now because I am going to London on the 26th, eeeek! I'm so excited! I hope you have had a good month, here are my lovely advertisers this month, I hope you enjoy looking through their blogs as much as I do :). 

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"Hi, my name is Sophiia (yes I spelt it right, don't judge!) and my little blog is Beauty By Sophiia. Its not a very original title, I know, but I'm heavily pregnant so blame it on the baby-brain. I blog about anything beauty related that catches my eye, and sometimes I like to dabble in a bit of fashion. I also post about my pregnancy and will be featuring more of my son in the coming months, so keep an eye out if you love photos of adorably dressed toddlers! I like to write honest reviews, so you'll never get a load of mindless twaddle from me - brownie promise. Speaking of which I'm also getting into posting recipes soon, once I've cracked my ultimate cupcake. So that's what I'm all about, take a look at my blog if you like the sounds of it, and comment too! I love reading and replying comments, I like new friends :) Much love, Sophiia x"

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The Craft by Lou Teasdale ♥

The Craft by Lou Teasdale - £6.89 Amazon

How awesome is this book?! I originally saw it on Zoe London's blog a while ago, I loved the look of it so I just had to buy it. It is so different but yet so me (& it had a sticker page at the back so.. win win situation). I only really bought it for the cool pictures, makeup looks and hairstyles, not really for the tutorials. The whole layout of the book is very blogger-esque, the photography is interesting and the pages have a colourful scrapbook theme to them. It has a very different approach to beauty, it is all about grungy/punk makeup and hair looks, nothing too prim and proper. I have been reaching for this for some hair and makeup inspo, just by looking through the pictures it has, I always find something I like. The book itself looks pretty and colourful sitting out on my dressing table, so all round I love it!

I hope you like the look of it too and for only £6.89 what's not to love?!