Back when I was on my 3 glorious weeks of holiday in November, I attended the big design market with Bessie. There were many excellent items on offer, but I could not resist some wonderfully smelling candles from aacute .

Shortly afterward, while still on holiday, I visited essential ingredient and was helpless in the face of the aromatherapy company: lemongrass, lime & bergamot candle.

the bakery range came packaged in adorable oven

dry tobacco + hay | gingerbread men | choc brownie | sea salted caramel + macaron

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Then first day back at SML, and despite my intention to reduce my spending, who could resist this bargain?

Peter Alexander: Xmas Pudding.

Add to this the woodwick candle I received from the offspring for my birthday and I’d better get burning.

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Best thing today: thoughtful gifts from the returning travellers