• Gold foil gingerbread house decorations
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    Gold foil gingerbread house decorations

    December 7, 2024 - By 

    Have you decorated for Christmas yet? We put our decorations up today and we are enjoying the colourful lights and seeing our favourite decorations. We’ve been making for gold foil decorations. They are so quick and easy to make and metallics reflect the Christmas lights well. I thought I would share how we make ours. You will need the following items: Metallic foil sheets Embossing pen with 4 different sized tips Scissors Gingerbread house cookie cutter or shape Metal punch Liberty scraps for hanging How to make gold foil gingerbread house decorations Place your cookie cutter or template over the…

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    {Giveaway} Bridgerton Love Letter

    December 6, 2024 - By 

    Do you play more games over the Christmas holidays? It is lovely to have more time to play games together, usually accompanied by a big box of chocolates! Today we have a fun giveaway to share with you, you can win Bridgerton Love Letter. This is a fun card game, perfect for fans of the original Love Letter game, or Bridgerton fans! Bridgerton Love Letter Whilst encountering beloved characters from the Bridgerton series, players will launch investigations trying to figure out Lady Whistledown’s identity. Bridgerton Love Letter retains the simple and enjoyable mechanics of the original, with an added twist.…

  • How to crochet a mini wreath ornament
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    How to crochet a mini wreath ornament

    December 5, 2024 - By 

    We are on full on Christmas crafting mode at the gingerbread house. It’s always fun to get out homemade projects, but I’m always happy to add more. This year we’ve made some crochet mini wreath ornaments which are great for popping on the tree. Read on for the full tutorial. List of supplies to make a crochet mini wreath ornament: Yarn Crochet hook Scissors Tapestry needle   Stitches used for this project Chain – CH Magic Ring – MR Single Crochet – SC Double Crochet – DC Half Double Crochet – HDC   How to crochet a mini wreath ornament…

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    How to Make Your Home More Mobility-Friendly

    December 3, 2024 - By 

    Adapting your home for mobility is a meaningful step that can create more independence and prevent unnecessary risks for those using mobility aids like rollators or mobility scooters. Whether you’re caring for an elderly parent, helping a loved one recover from surgery, or simply planning for the future, tailoring your home to be more accessibility-friendly ensures safety, comfort, and peace of mind. Here’s how to make your home more mobility-friendly, with practical steps to enhance independence and reduce hazards, especially during the challenging winter months. Why Accessibility Matters When a home is designed with mobility in mind, it empowers the…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 528}

    December 2, 2024 - 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 528} Last week was hectic. My daughter took part in both a cross country competition and netball match, and also turned 13. Two teenagers in the house! My son took his Grade 3 clarinet exam and passed which he was very pleased about. We were excited to…

  • Saying Goodbye to Your Elf on the Shelf as Your Kids Are Teenagers
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    Saying Goodbye to Your Elf on the Shelf as Your Kids Are Teenagers

    December 1, 2024 - By 

    The holiday season brings with it a blend of nostalgia and tradition. For many families, one of the most cherished and magical traditions is the arrival of the Elf on the Shelf. For years, this little scout elf has served as a whimsical observer, moving around the house to keep an eye on children’s behaviour and reporting back to Father Christmas each night. However, as your kids grow older and enter their teenage years, the time eventually comes to say goodbye to the elf. This marks the end of a chapter in the holiday tradition and can be both bittersweet…

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    What I made in November 2024

    November 30, 2024 - By 

    November was definitely a colourful month, as well as a month of finishing off. I had several little projects covering my desk so I worked hard on finishing them and giving myself some much needed space. What I made in November 2024 First up was a Cotton Clara Father Christmas cross stitch. Half way through stitching I had a horrible feeling I’ve already stitched this kit, so perhaps I’ll find it when we get the decorations down. I changed the colours slightly from pink to red (I love a traditional Father Christmas). Then I made the Felt Christmas Jumper kit…

  • Embroidered Christmas jumper felt kit
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    Embroidered Christmas jumper felt kit

    November 29, 2024 - By 

    I’ve been on a bit of a roll lately and am happy to show you another finished make today. As you know I’ve been enjoying the Love Embroidery cover gifts.  Issue 59 of Love Embroidery came with an Embroidered Christmas Jumper felt kit. I’ve always enjoyed working with felt so had to stitch it. The Embroidered Christmas Jumper felt kit included the pre-cut felt shapes, baker’s twice and 3 thread shades. I transferred the pattern from the magazine onto baking parchment and pinned it to the felt shapes. I started stitching but soon realised I was going to have the…

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    Should You Move the Family Home in Winter?

    November 28, 2024 - By 

    Relocating your family home is a stressful time for all, whatever the season, yet Winter is typically the time most people avoid moving. This is for several reasons, not least of which being the looming prospect of holidays and the New Year. And yet, it can also provide some unique opportunities for you and your family. In this article, we’ll help you decide if you should consider moving during the Winter. Decide If You Really Need To Move The first step is to decide if you really do need to move. What are your reasons for uprooting your safe haven…