1. I love Xmas - presents, food, sparkle, parties - missing the overall point, maybe, but hey it definitely is a point
2. Did i mention presents
3. 'It is in the giving and not the receiving' no in my house it is pretty much in the receiving (lol)
4. The ability to wear totally and utterly OTT outfits and not appear silly - I know year round thing but this is the silly season so you really can go to town - bad taste has left the building
5. The perfect excuse to wear sequins (with everything)
6. The perfect excuse to have your face done by Mac and actually wear it - because totally OTT makeup is a pre-requisite in fact it is a festive obiligation
7. And most importantly a day to remember just how lucky you are to have the very special people/person in your life and i guess that to me really is the point xx
Franks Facts :
1. He is a dog and he really does not know it is Xmas
2. Frank likes xmas - why - i like it and he is a bit of a Mummy's boy
3. Frank likes xmas - why - Leo is coming, Leo is four, Leo gives Frank lots of sausages
4. Frank, like Mr Fashion and Frank, will not wear his Xmas getup - he trys to tear his to pieces, i fear Mr would like to too ....
5. Frank does not find charity in his heart and is not kind to his feline brothers, Matthew, Marmite and Chicken
6. Frank will be bullied by the eldest feline brother - why - because he can
7. Frank bless his heart knows that every day he loves and cherishes those that love him and that really is the point of him xx
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Many of you have asked what i do - well this is one of my yearly tasks, artistic, creative director of one very silly xmas card, concept through to completion - as we say at work - happy jismas xx
Spot the bathroom accessory - extra yuletide points .......
Excellent Santa sled!
ReplyDeleteOh you are so on the ball Tabitha xx
ReplyDeleteAwwww.... This is such a funny, sweet and wonderful post to read! I think, Oscar is the one in our family who gets the most out of Christmas... He gets presents (lots, toys AND yummies), he gets to walk (lots and in woods), he gets to spend ALL his day with mummy AND daddy, and, of course, he gets lots of chicken on Christmas day! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd we just relax.... although I do hope there'll be a chance to dress up and go out, so want to wear my LOTR paciotti booties...
Love the card and the boots you are wearing, the radiator curves in nicely. :)
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I know our pets love it too - we get our one break of the year and this year it is just shy of two weeks - so lovely just to be together, walk, take it easy and have some really special nights out - bit like you really - you enjoy those boots xxxx
ReplyDeleteOh Claire, this is so lovely and funny! I like the part with "it's pretty much in the receiving". :) Love the card! (I first spotted your boots in it) xo
ReplyDeleteHa ha, i love xmas time for exactly the same reasons as you!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad you like it Ada - the boots are really old - Tods - they really are really fighting that outfit to look good!! x
ReplyDeleteThanks Boye xx
i quite like item number four in frank facts...
ReplyDeleteDavid mmmmm ....... yes less said the better x
ReplyDeleteOmg your dog is adorable!! And your blog is great x
ReplyDeleteYou are so funny! I agree that Christmas is about being OTT, it should be fun and festive! I also can't stop laughing at that card! :)
ReplyDeleteOh my, this postcard is hilarious!! And is mr Frank really willing to tear up to pieces his xmas get up??? Cause my hubby would love to join!!
ReplyDeleteHahaha Francesca - i am sure that would be a sight - do you think it is all that italian excitability .... xx
ReplyDeletehaha oh i love frank!!! he is so similiar to my doggy he also doesn´t find charity in his heart for feline brothers;) and i love your christmascard;)
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Dogs and cats huh mary lou - totally stereotypical and totally true - and you know what when we are not here - total peace reigns - jealousy anyone - frank anyone?? xx
ReplyDeleteSooo adorable! I'm thinking the reindeer is waving a toilet brush hand? Or is that just me seeing things! Hope you are having a wonderful week Claire!
ReplyDeletexo Mary Jo
Claire, loved the card and the facts! Especially, your points n. 2 and n.3, I'm definitely on your side. Is Mr. Fashion & Frank/Santa riding the slid?!
ReplyDeleteNJaPD - he sure is and yes i am rather with points 2 and 3 - lets hope the powers that be are listening xx
ReplyDeleteMary Jo - now that would have been very creative - that is just our photoshop cutout skills i am afraid - or Franks rather odd paws.....no it is the more obvious towel rail - but next year i might be calling for ideas xx
This is so funny... Like number 4!
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ahww this one's really creatively done! so cute sweetie <3 My boyfriend and I created a blog featuring couples around the globe, hope you follow back HIM AND HER HIM AND HER PROJECT
ReplyDeleteLovin the post card absolutely adorable
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haha, sequins for all! I love the season's greetings Claire! nice work. xx
ReplyDeleteOh I am sure about it! Next is the xmas tree decoration, he thinks it's a waste of time a think it a nice thing to do together.....let'see who wins this time...
ReplyDeletehaha - yes i think i know someone who feels similarly ....... xx
ReplyDeleteHahaha. Love this Claire!
ReplyDeleteHahaha! I had a good laugh! So funny! :-) I now have an image in my head of wearing sequins with anything and having my face painted by MAC accordingly! Could look really odd! ;-) Loved reading the list. xo, Christina
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I wish I could be more like Frank getting the most out of life. I will say you don't need the holidays to look utterly fabulous - you do that just walking to your local pub, that's why your blog is one of my faves!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! My stylish friend I totally agree with point 3 and 7 from your list! best whishes Claire!x
ReplyDeleteAm a dog person and kept "Awww"ing at all your Frank Facts. Love that big puppy!
ReplyDeleteStill trying to spot the bathroom accessory.
Could be Christina but will you try it ?? x
ReplyDeleteALW - thank you for such a lovely comment - chuffed x
Oh yes it is all in 3 and 7 Victoria xx
Love him too PD, its the towel rail i must have made it sound hard just to confuse you all!! xx
Oh yes you are right, after being almost offered a birkin with a huge tip, I entered the Dior Boutique and bought the booties!!
ReplyDeleteA tip - seriously - you def got the better deal in Dior!! I want those boots xx
ReplyDeleteOh this is soo cute! Love that Frank is single handedly pulling all of you.
ReplyDeletemarry christmas!!!
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Nice blog
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I read your comment on jewelry post by Little Rus and I was wondering if you are talking about the Pomellato ring...if yes, I love it as well!
ReplyDeleteI agree, I was just pissed off by the mean and not even subtle request of a tip....
ReplyDeletePs have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeletedo you know NJaPD i dont know what it is called - it is brand new next season Diane Kordas i saw it at the Matches press day and again at the Coutts do - it is a square, rose gold with black diamonds all around the square which are believe it or not upside down - so not at all traditional but quite amazing - i really hope i get it then i will show you - Mr is very generous so i have everything crossed xx
ReplyDeleteFrancesca i cannot believe they asked for a tip i am still sooooo shocked - appalling not to mention illegal - i would just covet my boots and that totally fab Chanel bag you had on today which is gorge and i am also rather envious of xx
It sounds a very original piece and I hope you'll find it under the tree...Have a great w-e Claire!
ReplyDeleteyou too xx
ReplyDeleteDown in London on Sunday for ye olde wedding anniversary, hitting up Claridges Fumoir for champers, if I was there longer I would drag you along!
ReplyDeleteAfter trying for so long and not being able to comment (not sure why the damn thing wouldn't work)I am hoping you receive this one. Love your Christmas list - Frank's too. Have loved all the previous posts that I have not been able to comment on, you are doing a great job and so pleased to see you featured in Marie Claire. Have a wonderful Christmas. Lorra luv, Mum
ReplyDeleteVery creative card; love it!
ReplyDeletehahahaha!! This is absolutely hilarious! Gave me the first laugh of the day. Merry Xmas!
ReplyDeleteThat is a fun card indeed, as well as fun christmas facts. I was just about to give up on spotting the bathroom accessory when I saw your towel warmer sled. Xxxx
ReplyDeleteWhat a funny picture, great work! Of course Frank looks adorable:)
ReplyDeletelove your blog! :DD
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love the facts!
ReplyDeletegreeting to you too! :)
Lyosha
Inside and Outside Blog
oomg, Frank makes the best reindeer ever! and I love your holiday mantra :-) OTT oufits and presents make the holidays extra special <3
ReplyDeleteYou're hilarious! So glad I found you!!! Appreciate your honesty too!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays!
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Hey claire how are you? can't wait to see a new post from you and frankie....
ReplyDeleteFrank is so freaking cute! I think he and my pup would get along famously :)
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Claire: It was the trip that went wrong from start to finish! No hubs - he's having a barrel full of troubles just now but I had a job on and had fun anyway.
ReplyDeleteOh lucky you at getting all the pre sale invites, I get the odd one but am never down to be able to use them.
Oh Tabs we all have trips/days/weeks like that, glad you made the most and had a good time - my motto in life that one. I know i love a pre-sale - got the shoes - they will be appearing soon - bit diff to yours but half price was calling xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Skippy i am sure Frank would agree x
On its way Francesca x
In fact thanks all - i am sorry i am not making it over to say thanks in person all the time at the mo but i very much appreciate you taking the time and i promise when life calms down to do likewise xx