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A wish that will last all year long!

It's time for our 9th Christmas wish! Don't you find most years that December gets so busy and long because we simply have so much to do, whether it's planning for Christmas parties and hosting, decorating our homes, shopping for gifts and taking the children to lots of Christmas parties (or if you're childless going to lots of parties!)? I also have the added bonus - as lots of people! -  of a December birthday at home as my daughter was born between Christmas and New Year which all adds up to a fun and magical but oh-so busy month!  Which is why this next wish will make the fun and magic last for months to come...

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8th wish: Books for the Interiors Lover

Books are always a safe bet for gifting - everyone either loves them, collects them, or displays them. Or all three. What I've brought today is a selection of coffee table books that will also be useful as they bring something of interest for your home-loving loved ones! Here are the ones I picked...LIFE UNSTYLED by Emily Henson All about embracing lived-in homes and moving away from the show-home look and loving the process.  STYLED by Emily Henderson Great for styling tips! If you want to know the secrets of stylists... this is the book!  I LIKE IT. WHAT IS IT? By Anthony Burril For those that love typography posters, this book brings detachable posters that you can use to decorate...

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Smile for the 7th wish...

I still remember my first digital camera, I was so excited to get it and use it, it had a tiny screen and probably only had a 2 megapixel image sensor. Don't we just love how things have evolved over the last two decades? However today's wish brings you something just a bit traditional but with lots of fun guaranteed! 

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Sixth Wish: Light Boxes & Letter Boards

Oh we are half way there with the wishes and there's still so many exciting things to come! Today's wish is one of the best so far... it can adapt to any budget and seriously, who doesn't want to own a light box or letter board these days?!

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Fifth Wish: Love Birds PLUS A GIVEAWAY

Original gifts are the best, especially at being unforgettable and thoughtful. With Christmas fast approaching and the shops getting busier by the minute, I am trying to help you stay one step ahead and create a hassle-free and fun-filled shopping experience this year. Today's wish will guarantee that... I am also launching my first Christmas giveaway, keep reading for your chance to win! 

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