Win: House of Alyssa Smith, Alyssa’s Mystery Box

  I reviewed the House of Alyssa Smith mystery  box in 2023. Due to my various health problems I didn’t put the box up as a competition prize as I felt too ill to even move. I don’t feel much better now but life goes on! This would make a great present for someone building their jewellery collection. There is a wide variety of items in the box (pictures below). My competition can be found on Instagram

Rules:

Competition is open worldwide;

Just follow, like and comment;

Competition opens 17 Oct closes 07 Nov 11.59 pm gmt;

This competition is not affiliated with either Alyssa Smith or Meta.?

Recap of my original review:

The House of Alyssa Smith recently released two limited edition jewellery/ gemstone mystery boxes. There was a medium version which contained 6 items and large which contained 10. I purchased the large (£55) as I thought it would make a great prize as I try to get back into blogging after a recent mental health collapse.

The website did state it could take up to 10 days to arrive and would contain 10 items that cannot be found/ bought individually on her website. Items could include charms, necklaces, gemstone pendants, bracelets and keepsake crystals and each box would contain different items.  My box included a blue crystal stone, 3 bracelets, a heart necklace and earrings. I didn’t open the three items in the envelopes as I couldn’t see how to open then seal them up again without spoiling the wrapping. The items came nicely packaged in little yellow net bags. The selection of jewellery is well thought out and would make a great gift for someone just starting to build their jewellery wardrobe. 

I don’t think I would purchase a box for myself, not because I didn’t like it, I do. I think jewellery mystery boxes are a great concept. I still miss the Astrid and Miyu ones from years ago. I  been so ill and lost so much weight bracelets just fall off me so most of the items would be wasted on me. 

I purchased this item myself and the views expressed in this blog are my own. 

Review: Cosy Cabin for Cats and Small Pets

I purchased and reviewed the Croci Kennel  last year. It’s fine but as I thought it is very light and has to be weighted down or will fly away like the house in the Wizard of Oz! The clip on brown filter and surround for the door also ping off every so often, which is annoying. I was looking for a reasonably priced, sturdy, waterproof cat house suitable for outdoors as a neighbour has 27 cats and some are living in my garden and were eating my hedgehog (kitten) food. I have adjusted my food bill to buy extra cat food (one of the 27 had already moved herself in with me) but I needed a house for any that stay over night. After some Googling I found Cosy Cabins,/ Kitty Cabin Outdoor Shelter which range in price from £44.95 to £59.99. 

 

I purchased the deep green £54 version. It measures 39Hx42Wx52Dcm.  It is made from one thick piece of moulded plastic so no chance of water seeping through or the igloo rotting as could happen with wooden structures. It is 100% water proof. 

The igloo is lifted off the floor with strips so the base won’t get cold and uncomfortable for the resident. The structure is easy to clean with a hose and there is a little hole in the base so water can run out. There is quite a lot of room inside the Cabin so an average sized cat or dog can sit comfortably without feeling claustrophobic. The entryway is receded and there is an overhang to prevent rain coming in.

I bought my Cabin a few weeks ago and immediately one of the cats had moved in: I did buy a self heating blanket so she would be more comfy and she seems to approve! 

I would definitely recommend these Cabins. They are waterproof and UV safe. They are suitable for not only cats but also small dogs, rabbits, Guinea pigs, foxes, hedgehogs etc. the The designers certainly understood a cat’s needs and demands when designing the igloos and they are reasonably priced. 

  

 

#Win Stitch Halloween Light-Up Ornament

 

These are the links to win one of the Stitch Halloween Light Up Ornaments (sold out on the ShopDisneyUK website.

Instagram : follow and like the competition post. For extra entries like/ comment on other posts.

Twitter/X: like the post, retweet and comment.

Blog: follow and comment below. Comment on other posts for extra entries. 

Rules:

Competition is open worldwide;

Entrants must complete the mandatory Rafflecopter requirement;

Competition opens on the 12 October  closes on the 22 October 2024 11.59pm GMT.

The competition is not affiliated in any way with either blogger or ShopDisney. I purchased the item myself so please contact me via email if there are any queries;

Review: Stitch Halloween Light-Up Ornament

The Stitch Halloween Light Up Hanging Ornament (£20) flew out of the shopdisney online store like a bat out of hell, but never fear I managed to get 3 on preorder to use as prizes for my Twitter, Instagram and Blog followers. Rules of entry will be on my next blog post. 

Even though I am not a fan of either Stitch or Halloween (since I became the human slave to mini black panther cat I realised how dangerous a time it is for them) the light up Stitch Halloween Hanging Ornament is cute. Stitch is wearing a vampire Halloween costume and he is standing next to a light up Jack O Lantern.  He is part of this year’s Stitch Halloween collection. The ornament can be hanging or free standing as there is a lobster claw clasp that clips a little black satin hanging loop to the back of the ornament. The ornament itself measures H7xW5xD8cm. The light up pumpkin is operated by a little switch on the base. 

The light up pumpkin is cute and when it’s turned on glows eerily. It would make a great night light. The only complaint I have is packaging wise. It’s great that the styrofoam inserts have gone and been replaced by cardboard which is recyclable, but there is now a huge elastic band holding the protective box together (rather than sellotape that held the styrofoam together). If the band pings off and is grabbed by a pet there could be dire consequences so if you buy any hanging ornaments from shopdisney be careful when opening. 

The different competition entry methods are listed on the next blog post and as always I wish you all could win, good luck!!!  

Book Review: Fake Fling with the Billionaire by Rachael Stewart

 

Fake Fling with the Billionaire is written by Rachael Stewart and is part of the Mills & Boon True Love collection. 

Cassie is currently holed up in a Paris hotel, trying to recover emotionally and financially after divorcing Prince Serignone. The Duponts, the royal family seem determined to paint her as the one who caused her marriage to fail when in reality it was her husband’s fault. She first meets Hugo Chevalier, a billionaire teddy bear made of steel,  in rather compromising circumstances when he is locked out of his apartment after sleepwalking naked. They soon become firm friends and he escorts her around Paris so that she can see the sights, they enter into a fake fling so she can do this and slowly their friendship becomes more. Both of them have baggage from the past that could hinder their future together, will they overcome the barriers and have their HEA. 

Despite coming from a rich background and being an ex-princess, Cassie is an intriguing character. She seems to be a determined character who does not let the press intrusion phase her. She seems sad but philosophical about the (lack of a) relationship with her parents and is determined to rebuild her life. Hugo also has problems with his parents, not that they are disinterested but that they are overbearing, especially as they interfere with his love life due to his youthful mistake that nearly destroyed the family business. He comes across as a lovely down to earth character despite being a billionaire as he helps Cassie put her life back together.

I enjoyed this novel, the storyline was interesting and I love reading any novel set in Paris! I would recommend this book.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Rachael Stewart and Book Funnel but this did not affect my review.  

Review: SKGemsandbeads, Amethyst Wand/ Ring Holder

 I have been looking for an amethyst ring holder for several years, since I started being interested in crystals and semi precious stones. I was browsing Etsy and SKGemsandbeads and I saw a mini amethyst point / wand that measures between 6.1 and 6.7 cm in length. It cost £15.58 including tax and postage.  

When it arrived from India it was packed very securely in bubble wrap and a little plastic container. It measured 6.1 cm (H) and 2.4 cm at its widest point. As the wand is narrow at the top and wider at the bottom it makes the perfect ring holder. I’m a size K-L and lots of larger sizes should also fit on it. The holder itself looks very magical with colours ranging from white at the top  to deep purple at the bottom. It is a six sided wand and the cut makes it seem almost alive as it gleams in the sunlight.The item was bought from a seller in India and took about 9 days to arrive.

 I would recommend this seller as my amethyst wand/crystal tower/ring holder is beautifully made, carefully packed and the customer service great.

I purchased this item myself and the views expressed in this blog are my own.

Review: GemeShou Gold Earring Display Stand

I have reviewed Gemeshou jewellery display products in previous blog posts and I also have several that are waiting to be reviewed. I like their products as they are well made and ready priced. Today I am going to review the earring holder for long earrings (I realised when I received the stand that I had misjudged the height as I don’t wear or own very long earrings!).

The earring stand is very minimalist and elegant, available in black, silver or gold (I got the gold version). They are available in two heights 20 and 28 cm. The horizontal earring bar measures 6cm and can hold stud and hook earrings. The stand comes in 3 pieces and screws together very easily. It is also very compact to store. 

I love the brushed gold colour and the style of the base. I just wish there was a smaller version available! 

I purchased this item myself and the views expressed in this blog are my own.