Vlogmas Day 11: festive fun with friends

[@lynnwest3296]

Awh what a lovely day you’ve had! I love JDH so pleased you had fun x

[@SewLikeDotty]

It was lovely - I mean tea cake and great company what’s not to love

[@EileenR11]

Glad you had such a good day. I love afternoon tea. Also love your sparkly top. ❤😊

[@SewLikeDotty]

Thank you Eileen 😊

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Thanks for the make up journey dont use alot in summer as I sweat but I do use sun protection cream you look fabulous 😊😊😊

[@SewLikeDotty]

@@robynlaszlo6128 sun protection is so essential my new moisturiser has it in. I love the Biovene face one too especially when it’s a bargain price in Home Bargains

[@lynnelister7364]

Hi Alison what a fabulous day you had at Jesmond Dene House catching up with friends is good for the soul 🥰 Loving seeing which beauty goodies you’re showing ☺️ I think Gordon is a good name for your gonk 😂

[@SewLikeDotty]

Yes it was great - Gordon is a strong gonk name 🥰

[@quiltygal6981]

Your Lady Gonk has a magnificent beard! 😂😂😂

[@SewLikeDotty]

@@quiltygal6981 😂😂😂just like me

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Yay for the gonk!!! I think she should be called Ruan 😜

[@SewLikeDotty]

Now why didn’t I think of that 😂😂😂

[@niawilshaw3522]

@@theyorkshiresewgirl I agree! RUAN the Gonkiest Gonk in Gonkerville!!!!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

@ yesssss 🙌🏼🤣

[@SewLikeDotty]

😂😂😂

[@SewMyTime]

Looks like you had a lovely day😍. My choice for your gonk name is Edna - just popped into my head😂😂😂. See you tomorrow 😊. Lynne

[@SewLikeDotty]

Edna is a great name 🥰

[@MargaretmBurton]

Geraldine for the gonk the afternoon tea looks delicious x

[@SewLikeDotty]

@@MargaretmBurton oooooo I’m liking Geraldine 🥰

[@gingerninja_sews]

I got the Revolution Eyeshadow mousse which I think is a dupe of the CT eyeshadow. It looks lush on you. 😊

[@SewLikeDotty]

Oooo nice - I love a dupe

[@pamelarobertson3708]

Helga, for your gonk!

[@SewLikeDotty]

@@pamelarobertson3708 great name 🥰

[@niawilshaw3522]

I detest putting body lotion on, it really gives me the ick big time BUT I started using velvet tanning mitts to rub my lotion in and it's game changing!!!

[@SewLikeDotty]

Ooo that’s a fab tip - I’m off to home bargains tomorrow

[@victoriaconstantine-cort3091]

xXX 👍👍👍

[@SewLikeDotty]

Thank you ❤️

[@annscott4031]

Hi Alison. Gonk name suggestions Smiggles, Twinkle, Forest (you get the idea). Looks like you had a good time out. You do take good care of your skin. I have a very lazy approach, I suffer from rosacia, so my skin doesn't like expensive products, and I find the best face cream is either Aldi or Lidl's own makes which are usually under £5 (win win). I don't specifically cleanse and I use soap in the shower, so whatever soap I use on my body I also use on my face. I don't often wear makeup (lazy is my theme), but when I do I tend to go light, I'm not a fan of heavy make up and definitely no slug eyebrows for me 🤣. I do always take make up off though.

[@SewLikeDotty]

I didn’t really bother until a few years ago I wish I had got interested earlier. Ruan mentioned how she had improved her rosacia in her vlogmas at the weekend x

[@annscott4031]

@ I’ve had rosacea since my early 20’s (now 56 😳) so have avoided the sun quite a lot and it does seem to have preserved my skin a bit. Yes I did see Ruan’s vlog. You did mention dry skin on your legs and I’ve definitely had dry skin for as long as I can remember, so post shower I usually slap the lotion on. Oh the things we have to do eh. 🙄😂

[@SewLikeDotty]

The lost of looking after yourself jobs definitely only gets longer x

[@JudyProudfoot]

Did jesmond dene house used to be a school. Lived nearby when I was young

[@SewLikeDotty]

I asked Carl as I’m not from here He doesn’t think so La Sagess ( not sure on the spelling) is just across from it It was lovely

[@helentjackson]

Hi, yes it was more of a residential childrens home I think. As Carl says it wasn't La Sagesse (my school) - that was opposite, that's the one that looks like a castle. You can't beat Jesmond Dene House for tea, it's lovely.

[@juliesneap3809]

Hi Alison I have very sensitive eyes can you recommend any brand of make that will be suitable, that I can wear all day rather than a couple hours, then have to take it off, tia x

[@SewLikeDotty]

Goodness Julie that’s a tricky one. I was having a think - I don’t specifically know any formulation but I’ve a couple of suggestions as I get it because if I react to a fragrance I’ve a red itchy rash for 7 days. Pin pointing the ingredient you react to is something I’ve found tricky So…. Pampered Wolf is someone I follow on KZbin and instagram and really respect she also has qualifications and may be able to advise It would take time but gradually working your way around brands that do demonstrations in department stores ( you could try a different mascara on each eye) they use disposable spoolies to apply so there’s no cross contamination Also asking if they have mascara samples we recently got some from Dior I hope theses ideas may help I love My Mascara by Sculpted By Aimee. I don’t have the sensitivity in my eyes that you do but I had no irritation from it post cataract surgery The issue is similar as with fragrance for me - you don’t want to buy then get home and react then it’s just a waste of Good luck - keep me posted x

[@juliesneap3809]

@ Thank you for your advice Alison, I will have to investigate, and watch and contact the Pampered Wolf, I have tried various brands and I’m currently wearing the body shop mascara, for sensitive eyes, which I can wear a little bit longer than the others but only about 4 hours. Thanks again, have a lovely Christmas and all the best for 2025 🎄🎄

[@crystalemens572]

Name the gonk Sydney

[@SewLikeDotty]

Great suggestion