It seems a while since I last shared a crochet craft. Our crochet cherries tutorial has proved really popular over on Pinterest, so today I thought I would share my tutorial for crochet cactus coasters. They are quite straightforward to make and are a fun craft for the summer months. List of supplies: Yarn Crochet…
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 smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 33/2025} My husband and…
Starting solids: a big step for little ones Introducing solid foods is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming milestone. As babies transition from milk to solids, parents often feel the pressure to provide meals that are not only safe but also nourishing and diverse. The home kitchen becomes a laboratory for taste, texture, and nutrition. Why…
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 smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 32/2025} My daughter and…
A new free sculpture trail has landed in London for the summer holidays. The trail of 16 giant turtles have been placed around central London and make a great activity for the summer holidays. Exploring the Tusk Turtle Trail London 2025 Following the success of Tusk’s previous Rhino, Lion and Gorilla Trails, the Turtle Trail…
Otters are my daughters spirit animal. She has always loved them and has a cute collection of toy otters, photos, drawings and even the odd piece of clothing too! We were delighted to discover that Sylvanian Families have recently introduced the Sea Otters family to their world. There are two new sets we can’t wait…
One of the best things about travelling with children is watching them discover the world for themselves. Cruises are a fantastic way to encourage curiosity – they allow families to visit multiple destinations in one holiday and take part in activities that are as educational as they are fun. From exploring ancient history to learning…
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 smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 31/2025} My daughter returned…
The summer sun might still be shining in the sky, but it’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas! The festive season isn’t just for us humans, all of our furry friends deserve to feel the holiday magic too, and there is nothing more magic than a special handmade or boutique gift. If you…