• reviews

    Comfort vs. Performance: which alloy wheels are right for you?

    March 19, 2025 - By 

    Upgrading your car’s wheels is about more than just looks—it changes the way your vehicle handles and feels on the road. Some drivers want a smoother, cushioned ride, while others prefer sharper handling and better grip. The right set of alloy wheels depends on what kind of driving experience you’re after. If you’re thinking about making a switch, check out Buy Alloy Wheels at The Wheel Guys for a solid selection of options. But before you decide, let’s break down the difference between comfort and performance wheels and see what suits your needs best. What Difference Do Alloy Wheels Make?…

  • embroidery hoop designed by Keely Reyes for Cotton Clara
    Five Happy Things

    Five Happy Things {Week 11/2025}

    March 17, 2025 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 11/2025} Last week I shared my thoughts on Bouquet in a Book, a lovely paper craft book which helps you make perfect paper flowers. You can read my review of the book here. I finished my latest Hoop Club box which was a lovely embroidery hoop designed…

  • A trip to Crufts with a teen
    days out

    A trip to Crufts with a teen

    March 15, 2025 - By 

    I can’t quite believe a whole year has gone since our last visit to Crufts. 12 months ago we took a tween to Crufts, this time round we had a teenager. A trip to Crufts with a teen Our last visit was on the weekend and it was so busy we decided that if we went back it would be on a week day. Fortunately the day we picked was Toy dog day which was perfect because we have a Bichon Frise! We had a couple of things we wanted to do: spend time in the main arena and spend…

  • Craft book review - Crafts for adults - What I'm reading

    Bouquet in a Book by Prudence Rogers

    March 13, 2025 - By 

    I love to try new crafts so was delighted to receive a copy of Bouquet in a Book by Prudence Rogers to review. This clever book has pre-punched pages to press out and make the flowers. Bouquet in a Book by Prudence Rogers Unlock your inner artist and create a stunning, everlasting floral arrangement with The Bouquet in a Book. This innovative press-out and make book of ready-to-use press-out paper pieces offers step-by-step instructions to help you craft an exquisite paper bouquet that will never wilt. Inside this book, you’ll find: Diverse Floral Designs: From classic roses and blooming peonies to bright anemones and…

  • baby products

    5 hacks for keeping your nursery organised

    March 10, 2025 - By 

    Bringing a new baby into the world is an exciting and joyful experience, but it can also bring chaos and clutter to your home. From diapers to toys to clothes, the nursery can quickly become a disorganised mess. However, with a few simple hacks, you can keep your nursery tidy and functional even when life gets messy. Utilize storage bins and baskets to keep things tidy One of the easiest ways to keep your nursery organised is by using storage bins and baskets. Whether you have a changing table or not, these handy containers can hold everything from diapers and…

  • Five Happy Things

    Five Happy Things {Week 10/2025}

    March 9, 2025 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 10/2025} Last week we celebrated Pancake Day with lots of different types of pancakes. I bought some ready made ones (so we could all sit down and eat together) but we also let the kids make their own. They are so delicious I’m not sure why we…

  • Go Karting at Teamsport High Wycombe
    Buckinghamshire - days out

    Go Karting at Teamsport High Wycombe

    March 5, 2025 - By 

    If you are looking for a wet weather activity for teens then I would recommend indoor go karting. My teens love go karting and we thought we would try the new track at Teamsport High Wycombe. This wasn’t the easiest venue to find inside the Eden Centre, but once we had walked around the shopping centre for a while we found it and booked in. Go Karting at Teamsport High Wycombe We’ve been indoor and outdoor go karting quite a few times, most recently to the Teamsport track at Watford. The High Wycombe venue feels similar, we were given overalls…

  • Buckinghamshire - days out

    The National Museum of Computing with teenagers

    March 4, 2025 - By 

    In January we combined a trip to Milton Keynes to see the Vanessa Bell exhibition with a trip to The National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park. We spotted the museum on a visit to Bletchley Park back in 2019 and promised we would return one day. The National Museum of Computing with teenagers At The National Museum of Computing you can immerse yourself in the evolution of computing from the pioneering efforts of the 1940s to the rise of personal computing in the 1980s and beyond. Both my kids love their tech so I thought they would enjoy a…

  • Five Happy Things

    Five Happy Things {Week 9/2025}

    March 3, 2025 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 9/2025} Over the weekend I finally finished my Liberty Tumbling Blocks cushion. I used black Liberty fabric for the back of the cushion, as no one gets to see it. It’s a large cushion and I’m so glad it’s done. The blocks are made is red, black…