• Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 477}

    December 3, 2023 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. This is 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 our family adventures. It’s a post I love to sit down and write. Five Happy Things {Week 477} Last week my daughter turned 12. My son made her a delicious marble cake and she received lots of Tech Deck toys and crystal art sets. We also celebrated the 1st day of Advent last week. My daughter and I stitched…

  • Macramé Christmas by Isabella Strambio
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    Macramé Christmas by Isabella Strambio {book review}

    December 2, 2023 - By 

    I love a handmade Christmas. This year I have been working towards a Christmas tree decorated only with handmade ornaments. Obviously this will be for me, because my kids still insist on decorating our main tree with every decoration they can find! Handmade decorations and macramé remain just as popular as ever. If you want to try making some sweet macramé items you see featured in magazines and online then you will love Macramé Christmas by Isabella Strambio – thank you to Search Press for sending me a review copy. Macramé Christmas by Isabella Strambio {book review} This is the…

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    November crafting

    November 30, 2023 - By 

    November was a great month for crafting, albeit a very busy one with birthdays and Christmas preparation. I stitched a gorgeous bird hoop for my husband for Christmas featuring a robin. This was a quick and easy make, but very satisfying. I’ve been experimenting with large cross stitch on felt and stitched initial hoops for everyone coming for Christmas at ours. I can’t decide if they will be place settings or added to gift bags instead of labels. As well as stitched initials I also tried a Christmas tree. I 3D printed a template so it is easy to mark…

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    The best places to see Christmas Lights in London

    November 29, 2023 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a sponsored post For the last few years we’ve spent a day in London looking at all the beautiful Christmas lights. We love a day in London, it can be an inexpensive day out, if you know where to look! We knew we wanted to visit the main streets of central London so planned our day out carefully, taking the Underground from where we live into Kings Cross and walking. We did try taking the bus a few times, we even saw a special Christmas Lights tour bus, but it was super busy, so we ended…

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    Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 476}

    November 27, 2023 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. This is 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 our family adventures. It’s a post I love to sit down and write. Five Happy Things {Week 476} Last week we took a trip into London to go and see the Christmas lights. We did this last year too and I like that it is one of our Christmas traditions. We did a lot of walking and saw the…

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    Wings of Justice: How Aer Lingus Passengers Can Win Compensation?

    November 23, 2023 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a sponsored post Navigating the skies with Aer Lingus can be a seamless experience, but when unforeseen circumstances disrupt your travel plans, understanding your rights as a passenger becomes crucial. An Aer Lingus flight, much like any air travel, is subject to occasional setbacks. Delays, cancellations, and other disruptions can inconvenience passengers, often leading to questions about compensation.  This article delves into the nuances of claiming compensation from Aer Lingus, focusing on the specific policies of the airline. You’ll be equipped with the knowledge to effectively pursue an Aer Lingus claim for compensation, ensuring that your…

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    2023 Christmas gingerbread gift guide

    November 22, 2023 - By 

    I feel like I’m a little late with my Christmas Gingerbread Gift Guide this year. I’ve been picking up gingerbread themed products for a good few weeks now, but I just haven’t had the time to photograph anything. I have finally put everything together and I am delighted to bring you a post dedicated to my favourite gingerbread products. The term gingerbread refers to a broad category of baked goods, typically flavoured with delicious spices including ginger, cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon. I can’t resist a gingerbread biscuit all year round but they seem extra special at this time of year.…

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    Time Management Hacks for Working Parents

    November 21, 2023 - By 

    Source: Freepik For working parents, mastering time management is crucial. It enables you to balance career and family responsibilities effectively. This skill allows you to allocate ample time for both work and quality moments with your children. Moreover, it’s essential in pursuing personal growth and opportunities. For instance, if you aim to gain experience as an assistant psychologist, efficient time management ensures you can juggle work, family, and educational pursuits. Also, if you plan to take a training in forensic psychology, organised time management ensures you have the necessary space in your schedule. In today’s blog post, we will cover…

  • Embroidery: Learn in a Weekend
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    {giveaway} Embroidery: Learn in a Weekend

    November 20, 2023 - By 

    The traditional craft of embroidery has gained a new excitement as a new generation of stitchers bring contemporary style to subjects like houseplants and modern interiors. I am delighted to tell you more about Embroidery: Learn in a Weekend. This smart little book, written with beginners in mind, perfectly captures that aesthetic and gives you the skills you need to succeed. Embroidery: Learn in a Weekend Embroidery covers the materials you need to get going, simple introductions to the key stitches, and ten contemporary projects that evolve in complexity. Each project has a template to be copied, enabling the reader to…