• Win a copy of Skyborn by Sinéad O’Hart
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    Win a copy of Skyborn by Sinéad O’Hart

    June 13, 2021 - By 

    We’ve been reading a lot lately. We all love to read but the really hot weather has got us all reaching for a good book so we can sit in the shade and relax. Little Tiger Press recently sent us a couple of their new books and we are delighted to share them with you. Skyborn by Sinéad O’Hart The circus has seen better days, but for Bastjan it’s home. He will do anything he can to save it, even if it means participating in a death-defying new act. But when that fails to draw in the crowds, the ringmaster…

  • How to make a Father's Day crate
    Crafts for adults - Cricut Maker - Father's Day

    How to make a Father’s Day crate

    June 12, 2021 - By 

    What do you get the man who has everything for Father’s Day? My husband is really difficult to buy for as he has everything he needs. The children have been busy making cards but I thought it would be fun to make a Father’s Day crate we could fill with gifts which would also be useful for storage. Father’s Day crate supplies: Cricut StandardGrip mat Cricut Black Vinyl Cricut Maker Wooden crate from Ikea Cricut Transfer Tape How to make a Father’s Day crate Open Cricut Design Space and create a new project. Choose a font, I chose Cricut Sans…

  • exploring Sutton Hoo with kids
    Family Life - Suffolk

    Exploring Sutton Hoo with kids

    June 10, 2021 - By 

    Earlier this year my daughter was studying the Anglo Saxons during that loooong period of home learning. She learned all about Sutton Hoo and we thought it would be fun to visit the site when travel restrictions eased. So last week we found ourselves in the pretty village of Southwold for a week, with tickets to Sutton Hoo. Exploring Sutton Hoo with kids The Sutton Hoo site is managed by the National Trust and comprises of Tranmer House, the Royal Burial Ground and the High Hall exhibition. Due to current restrictions we had to pre-book our tickets due to restricted…

  • Organza Hoop Art: Embroidery Techniques and Projects for Sheer Stitching
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    Organza Hoop Art {book review}

    June 8, 2021 - By 

    I am really enjoying embroidery at the moment. It’s the perfect hobby to pick up when you have spare 5 minutes and I love having all my colourful hoops on display. I’ve been Pinning all kinds of embroidery for inspiration and recently came across Organza Hoop Art on NetGalley – thanks for the review copy! What is organza? According to Wikipedia organza is a thin, plain weave, sheer fabric traditionally made from silk. Many modern organzas are woven with synthetic filament fibres such as polyester or nylon. Organza Hoop Art Organza Hoop Art: Embroidery Techniques and Projects for Sheer Stitching by Sarah Godfrey. Add a wow factor to your embroidery…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy List {Week 347}

    June 7, 2021 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List  is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. It’s a post I always love to write. Monday Happy List {Week 347} We were so lucky to spend a week in the beautiful Suffolk town of Southwold, famous for its rows of colourful beach huts. It was so lovely to explore somewhere new and the amazing weather meant we went to the beach…

  • Rendlesham Forest and the UFO trail
    Family Life - Suffolk

    Rendlesham Forest and the UFO trail

    June 5, 2021 - By 

    With a week based in Southwold, Sussex, my husband wanted to spend some time exploring Rendlesham Forest and the UFO trail. Who isn’t fascinated by conspiracy theories and the idea of UFO’s landing in a remote forest right next to an RAF base in 1980’s Britain? It turns out we weren’t the only ones with an interest in the little green men and Forestry England had a handy trail through Rendlesham Forest for those who wanted to find the sites. Exploring Rendlesham Forest It was established during the First World War when Britain had increasing demand for timber and is…

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    AD/5 essentials to pack for half term

    June 4, 2021 - By 

    Our long awaited break is finally here. Like most people in the UK it has been a long time since we enjoyed time away from home, a whopping 9 months! We’re not huge travellers but we do regularly visit family and friends and we’ve all missed visiting them. They say that travel broadens the mind and I have to agree, we’ve all been feeling confined to our local area this last year. We generally start to think about going away in January, it gives us something to look forward to during the dark months, and this year was no exception.…

  • Floral Keyring Kit from Love Embroidery magazine
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    Floral embroidered keyring kit

    June 3, 2021 - By 

    I love a free cover gift on a magazine and recently treated myself to a subscription to Love Embroidery. It’s a fab magazine, stuffed full of projects I would love to stitch. The latest issue (issue 14) included a gorgeous floral embroidered keyring kit which I couldn’t wait to make. Floral embroidered keyring kit The floral keyring kit was designed by the amazing Jessie Doe. The kit included a mini wooden hoop, 6 thread colours, cotton fabric and a keychain and ring. I gave the fabric a press (I know it doesn’t look like it) and transferred the pattern from…

  • Feel pregnancy supplement
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    AD/Feel Pregnancy supplement subscription

    June 2, 2021 - By 

    I’ve always used supplements to enhance my healthy diet and lifestyle. They give me peace of mind that I am looking after myself in a hectic world. As much as I love to plan a range of healthy meals, with two energetic kids I am often grabbing a quick meal on the go, or skipping meals when I have to be in two places at once! I was recently introduced to WeAreFeel who are reinventing nutrition for the modern world. They produce a range of safe and natural multivitamins that arrive at your door exactly when you need it every…