Shine Bright Like A Diamond

4 January 2017


As we headed into November, there was no doubt that there would be some imminent winter blues, but luckily I discovered a handy way to help alleviate the looming seasonal slump when the lovely Zoe from Treat Box contacted me. Treat Box is a letterbox friendly subscription service designed to lift your spirits. Treat Box is a truly versatile service; you can subscribe for a length of time, purchase a one-off box, build your own Treat Box, gift a box to a friend and even shop their stash. Treat Box is filled with lovely goodies you can use yourself or gift on to a friend. The possibilities are endless!


You'll find that these boxes are filled with motivational and inspirational prompts and I found that it was just what I needed because I was suffering badly with the blues. The box is very well packaged; all the goodies come wrapped in tissue paper with sprinklings of confetti/sequins. Such a nice touch!


These little golden glitter stars were perfect for a sleepover I was planning (yes I know I'm 27). I hung these from my living room lamp shade with some fairy lights. I then reused these for Christmas and will be recycling these throughout the year or making them into gift tags. A perfect little up-cycling project!


On the topic of my slumber party, I also made some chocolate milk to put in my glass milk bottles. I decorated the rim with sugared sprinkles and used my adorable paper straws to match my star hanging I had put up. These were a definite hit!


These white chocolate stars were actually the first things I picked out of the box. As always, the first thing I retrieve from these boxes are usually food-related. It didn't take me long to scoff these with a slice of homemade pumpkin pie and a bottle of cold milk.


I have been dying to try wax melts for the longest time, to see how they are comparable to candles. Turns out, they burn much longer than candles. I invested in an oil/wax burner and put these on my beauty table at my sleepover. The first thing my guests noticed was the incredible caramel smell. It's been months and I'm still only on my first wax star and have gone through countless tea lights so it just goes to show that wax melts trump candles in terms of longevity. 


I adore this constellation compact mirror, it reminds me a lot of the theme for Burning Man this past year; Da Vinci's Workshop. I love the bright indigo-blue and the celestial design. Packaged in a cute box, the square compact is made of faux leather which opens out into two mirrors; standard and close-up. This is a gorgeous little addition to anyone's makeup bag or a adorable gift for a close friend. 


This little tote has now been added to my ever-growing collection of tote bags. You can never have too many book bags when you're aspiring to be a zero-waster. I love having reusable bags on-hand; in the car, at home, in the kitchen etc. Plus you're saving the planet!

For me, receiving this box meant a lot. I was going through a pretty tough time and was finding it increasingly difficult to remind myself of all the positive things in my life. When I received this in the post and opened the box to the message that read 'Shine Bright Like A Diamond', I must admit - I did get teary. We live in a world consumed with capitalism and the existential need to please others to validate your own self-worth. I think it's important to treat yourself and remind yourself of your own importance. 

The box only costs £12.95 with free delivery, or if you subscribe - just £12. 











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