Frump to Fab 2018 - Fabulous Dahhhhlings

lessonlearned

I tend to like blinds now rather than curtains. However, three of the windows in my new house are the original wooden windows and are single glazed so I'm guessing curtains will be warmer.

At some point I will look at getting those windows fitted with secondary glazing, don't really want to rip them out to replace with pvc. They are such pretty windows but I'm guessing not very practical. I just thought some nice thick curtains for now. Or maybe a second thermal lining attached to the ones she leaves. I can't really remember them but I remember thinking at the time of the viewing that they were hideous. :rotfl: still they'll do for a while. At least I don't have to rush out and buy curtains or blinds just for the sake of privacy. I can take my time and get what I really want.

Tbh. So often it's cheaper to buy rather than sew yourself. Good old Dunhelm. :rotfl:

Had a nice mooch round the charity shops. Bought a peacock blue scarf, a tapestry type handbag (hardly used, immaculate inside) 8 purple silky table napkins (nice for Christmas) and a pair of brand new turquoise leather gloves with tags and in their original cellophane wrapping (2.99 absolute bargain).

No curtains but I was pleased with my haul. There were loads of things I could have bought, a beautiful green and white four piece setting Paragon China dinner and tea service with vegetable dish and cream and sugar bowl all for £6. I was soooo tempted but I think I have enough stuff to move as it is. If it's still there after I have moved I might get it. I also saw some lovely Crystal candlesticks and a couple of really nice vases. And lots of other pretty bits of China and porcelain. I could have gone mad.

Another time you can go and not find anything. It's just luck sometimes.

I then spent the afternoon with my neighbour, chatting, eating and drinking tea. I'm shattered now so a nice quiet evening and an early night.

sugarbaby125

Hello Ladies,

I went to Karaoke on Tuesday evening and I had a really good night out. I sang 4 songs.

I was not able to go to beginners Salsa dance classes last night because I was feeling unwell all yesterday.

Today I went to see the musical SYLVIA at The Old Vic and I absolutely loved it from the opening number. I was dancing in my seat most of the time. It is a musical about Sylvia Pankhurst, her family and the Suffragette movement. It is such a fun way to learn about her life. I would give it 10/10 :j:D:T

silvasava

Oooh LL - love the sound of the leather gloves, what a bargain! You're right about keeping the curtains until you decide what you want. My mum always used to say you don't need much furniture if the room is carpeted and curtained!
Not much fabbing going on at the moment - I did have my gel polish removed and my very long nails trimmed right down & then promptly tore one! It was very sore for a few days as I had to cut it so short. Isn't it silly how such a minor thing can make its presence felt! It's grown slightly now
Sugar - hope you're feeling better today.
Maman - I have a blind and voile panels in our bedroom - lovely and light. My sitting room however has full length curtains wall to wall each end. We have high ceilings so I tend to make them - what a marathon! Last time I bought some and altered them. 4 pairs from Dunelm to get the width. And another short pair the same width to cut up and add 6'' to the top ( reattached the heading tape so the seam doesn't show) only problem was I'd chosen stripes so it was a bu**er to match. They do look nice though so were worth the effort.
Have a fab day all x

lessonlearned

SUgarbaby.....your evenings out sound such fun.

Inspired by you I took a look at going out deals in our area. There were groupon vouchers for both ceroc and salsa, as well as the Odeon deals. Definitely something to look out for.

Then I looked at our local what's on guide.....our new city council team are going all out to attract new business and tourists and they have created some really good websites. Lots of information on deals, and even free stuff and entertainment. So I've got lots of ideas for socialising.

I'm definitely going to get out there.....:rotfl:

Had a mild panic yesterday......couldn't find my debit card for my main current account. I eventually found it, it had slipped in among a pile of papers to be recycled. I really am fed up now with the mess and clutter. It makes me angsty.:rotfl: Hey ho, not long now.

Did anyone read about Kirsty Young.....the broadcaster. She's another recent high profile person, along with Lady Gaga and Morgan Freeman, to admit to suffering from fibromyalgia, I think it is really good when people like that talk about such matters, it really helps because so often these "hidden" illnesses are so misunderstood.

Michael J Fox did wonders at raising awareness for Parkinson's and more closer to home I found it really helpful to use Stephen Hawkins as an example of my husband's condition.

Often people used to assume that because my husband was paralysed and unable to speak then he must therefore also have some form of dementia or diminished mental capacity. If they couldn't grasp that whilst the part of his brain that controlled motor function was dying his cognitive abilities were unaffected, then I would just tell them that his illness was very similar to that suffered by Stephen Hawkins. It helped people understand.

A lot of people - including the medical profession - still don't really understand about conditions like CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), ME, Fibromyalgia, IBS etc - in fact there are still some doctors who will try and make out these conditions are psychosomatic so I think it's great that Kirsty has been so open. I suppose being a media lovey has helped, but it's been all over the papers this week. Good for her.

Looks like another lovely day. We are being spoilt.....:rotfl:

lessonlearned

Silva...ouch to the nail. Yes it's the little things that hurt.

A couple of weeks ago I managed to stab myself in one finger with a screwdriver .....dont ask:rotfl: the next day a wasp stung the finger next to it. The Pain from two such minor injuries was unbelievable, luckily it was my left hand.

Actually I have noticed that every time I get a wasp sting the reaction gets worse. It took a week this time before it subsided.

My sister has to be really careful with bee stings. She has to use an epi pen if she gets stung and then go straight to A&E. At least I'm not that bad.

Your curtains sound fab. Hard work though.

Toni'sfriend

I have a cousin who has fibromyalgia. I had no idea what it was. Sometimes people don't understand illness if it does't appear in a physical form. And on the other side of the coin they assume because people have a physical disability they must have a mental one as well. Luckily I've never had to experience either but it must be so frustrating.

Today was our day out. Lovely lunch in town.

All fabbed up. I bought a pair of dusky pink suede shoes (flat because I ca't really walk in heels any more but very pretty) a few weeks ago, They went really nicely with my pink top and I have a blue and pink Cath Kidson handbag which I don't remember buying so it's obviously in the wardrobe for goodness knows how long. The shoes felt just a teensy big big but I think I can fix that with a heel grip.

I think I'm going to have to keep my nails fairly short, One has a vertical fault in the nail bed which means it splits if it grows just beyond the finger tip. Still, if they are nicely shaped, clean and buffed (perhaps a light nail polish) they look ok.

Himself is really beginning to enjoy our lunches out and has suggested that we maybe do this twice a week now, It's not a problem financially (he's just started getting his state pension in addition to what we already have). Not so good for the wasteline but relationship wise a great idea because we talk about things without interruption and plan for holidays, etc . I'm sure I can factor in some weight loss somehow.

Getting hair done on Tuesday. I can hardly wait. It's still looking Ok but could do with a trim and brighten up.

Have a lovely weekend , ladies (and gentlemen if there are any).

maman

Yes, definitely Ouch! to the nail silva. I know exactly what you mean.:eek:


I always have my nails cut short when I go for a manicure but they grow quickly which is good. I think you're right to keep yours short TF with that split problem.


So pleased to hear that the lunches out are going well. And it's a really good sign that your OH is enjoying them too. What about planning days/half days out to do/visit something as an extension to lunches? It could be as simple as the cinema (for which we have our resident reviewer:D) followed by a meal or whatever interests you both. I don't know how good public transport is where you are but I think bus passes are a brilliant invention for going to the pub and not having to drive!!:rotfl:I don't think that was the government's intention though.:o


I've often looked at Cath Kidston handbags but never bought one. My DD has a similarly colourful one that's Orla Keily. I think those sort of bags are great for casual wear and as they're bright colours they're good to brighten up dark clothes.


I thought of you today chanie and LL. I know you both do well with Sainsbury's Tu range. I had a little browse this afternoon when I was in there. They've got some really nice things in the Autumn/Winter range. Certainly worth a look.:)


I had one of my Groupon massages and facial this afternoon (1 hour total). It was absolute bliss. I'm not looking for lasting improvement but just an hour of brilliant relaxation. I've booked again for next month at the same price as Groupon.:money:


Have a good weekend all.:)

lessonlearned

Good Mornjng Lovely Ladies.

Couldn't sleep last night.....I wonder why. :rotfl: so feeling rather lazy and sluggish this morning. Never mind I will have a soak in the bath in a minute before I get stuck in. Will do the final packing today. Shouldn't take long.

Yesterday I bought 11 baby shrubs from Aldi. Sounds mad I know but they were £1.79 each and if I hadn't bought them yesterday and waited until after the move they would have sold out. Absolute bargains, the camellias alone would be £10 each in a garden centre. So some nice low cost garden fabbing. I will just repot them on for winter and then in the spring they can go into their permanent positions.

TF. Loving the progress you're making, you sound so happy and positive. It's really is amazing how fabbing works. Once it gets going it just snowballs and it affects your whole life. If you look good, you feel good and vice versa, a self perpetuating circle of good. And yes it does rub off with our partners, families, friends and even work colleagues. We get happier and people seem to sense the change in us and they begin to respond with positivity.

I firmly believe that to be happy and successful (however you may wish to define "success") then first we need to accept, love, cherish and nurture ourselves. Not in a selfish or vainglorious way but to just take care of ourselves and be the best we can be.

People often seem to sense that we value ourselves more and it makes them up their game too. If you allow yourself to become a dowdy doormat then that's how people will treat you. If you start to treat yourself with love and respect then other people will begin to look at you differently.

Always remember if you want to be treated like a high value woman then you must act like one.

And, the good news is, it doesn't need to break the bank. The bad news of course is that it requires a bit of effort and commitment, but that's no real hardship. A few tweaks here and there to our daily routines, a bit of self discipline as to what we put in our mouths, making the effort to get off the sofa and actually do something interesting.

Eating healthily, moving more and taking care of your appearance should be a pleasure not a chore. Do it regularly and it will become second nature. Do it consistently and you will reap the rewards.

We really are soooooo worth it. :rotfl:

Maman ....Love the sound of your groupon pampering.

I agree Sainsbury's have some nice clothes in this autumn. I find their sizing works well for me.....better than M&S, I just can't seem to get on with their sizing these days. And I find that The Tu range washes and wears well, far better than George at Asda. They seem to get shabby very quickly.

Still managing with my summer wardrobe, just adding a fine knit cardigan or a light jacket when it's cooler, but autumn is definitely in the air now.

Hope you all have a lovely weekend.

Toni'sfriend

What about planning days/half days out to do/visit something as an extension to lunches?

That's the next step in the plan, Maman We used to walk for miles through the many parks we have here. In fact, the walk into town along the river bank is peaceful and full of wild life. About four miles. Also lots of museums that we have been meaning to visit. I'd like to get back into going to our local art house cinema. It shows lots of classics but the foreign subtitled ones are a did much for Himself's dreadful eyesight now. It will soon be the start of our "holiday season". Three weeks by the sea in Northumberland. Lots of walking , nice restaurants and cosy pubs.

Eating healthily, moving more and taking care of your appearance should be a pleasure not a chore. Do it regularly and it will become second nature. Do it consistently and you will reap the rewards.

Completely agree with that and everything else you say, LL,

Must nip round to Aldee and see if they have any shrubs that would be good in pots.

Have a lovely weekened.

Floss

LL check if any of your shrubs would be best planted now...even if it is into a temporary holding bed