My children once spent hours creating with Aquabeads. Have you heard of them before? Aquabeads is the Original Water-Activated Bead Craft Kit! Since 2004, children throughout the world have created millions of Aquabeads designs. We were delighted to receive one of their latest sets to review. With the new Aquabeads Nail Studio line, you can…
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 28/2025} We’re currently on our third…
Have you ever spent hours making a cherished creation, like a hand-stitched card or a knitted scarf, but felt that there was one more element that would take your thoughtful deed into the next realm? Imagine the expression on your loved one’s face as they open your present. They’ll see the wonderful uniqueness that is…
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 27/2025} We went into London to…
I seem to be drawn to historical fiction. I loved the sound of The Seeker of Lost Paintings and was delighted to receive a copy to review. Unfortunately the book is not published until March 2026 but read on for my review, I promise it will be worth waiting for! The Seeker of Lost Paintings…
The last day in June seems like a great time to sit down and reflect on the month. I hit a major creative slump this month, but I’m glad to say it’s over. I spent the weekend working on a huswif, or portable sewing kit, and it’s made me feel so much happier. What I…
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 26/2025} I finished reading The Seeker…
Fashion is not just about fitting in—sometimes it’s about standing out. While mainstream clothing remains popular for good reason, more and more people are turning to unconventional outfits and merchandise to express their individuality. Whether it’s quirky t-shirts, character-themed pyjamas, or pop culture references printed across hoodies, wearing non-traditional clothing has become a way of…
Summer has well and truly arrived. Our freezer is well stocked with ice cream as the kids love a sweet treat when they come home from school. It inspired our latest craft activity, making our own origami cone ice cream craft! Origami is always fun, and these origami ice creams cones are brilliant to make…