• DIY Christmas Tree Paper Garland
    Christmas

    DIY Christmas Tree Paper Garland

    November 25, 2022 - By 

    I don’t like to talk about Christmas too early. In fact we’re not allowed to talk about it in our house until my daughter’s birthday at the end of this month. However, I have some fun Christmas crafts to share with you and it feels about time that I shared this fun DIY Christmas Tree Paper Garland with you. To make our Christmas Tree Paper Garland you will need: Green construction paper Wool Glue or hot glue gun and gluesticks Scissors Pencil How to make a Christmas tree paper garland: Draw a Christmas tree on the green construction paper. You…

  • Gingerbread Manor puzzle {review and giveaway}
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    Gingerbread Manor puzzle {review and giveaway}

    November 23, 2022 - By 

    We’re a family who love to do puzzles together. Our table always has a puzzle on the go, especially at this time of year. We were delighted to be gifted the Gingerbread Manor puzzle from Wentworth. We are big fans of jigsaw puzzles, especially Wentworth puzzles which are made in the heart of the British countryside. Their premium quality puzzles are sustainable and made to last for years to come. Gingerbread Manor puzzle A sweet sensation, Gingerbread Manor is a fun, fairy-tale-like cottage made of candy canes, cakes, cookies and gingerbread characters. Piece together this confectionary-covered cottage and discover the…

  • RHS GLOW 2022 at Garden Wisley
    Monday Happy List

    Sunday Happy Things {Week 423}

    November 20, 2022 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me 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 always love to sit down and write. I’m mixing things up a little by posting this weekly post on Sunday instead of Monday! Sunday Happy Things {Week 423} My sister came to stay for a few days and brought one of her dogs which was fun. It was lovely having…

  • NIO Cocktails X Penguin 'Sip & Read' Collection Box
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    NIO Cocktails X Penguin ‘Sip & Read’ Collection Box

    November 19, 2022 - By 

    The weather has suddenly turned much colder and there’s nothing I like more than spending the evening with a good book and a drink. Luxury cocktail letterbox service, NIO Cocktails, has teamed up with Penguin to create a limited edition book and cocktails combo; the Penguin ‘Sip & Read’ Collection Box. I was delighted to be sent a sample to try for myself. NIO Cocktails X Penguin ‘Sip & Read’ Collection Box The box arrived and was so much fun to open – the gorgeous polka dot box fitted perfectly through the letterbox. Inside were a choice of three NIO…

  • 6 SPOTacular Children in Need crafts
    Children In Need - Crafts for kids

    6 SPOTacular Children in Need crafts

    November 17, 2022 - By 

    What is Children In Need? BBC Children In Need is an annual fundraising event which takes places in November (this Friday!). As well as the big night of television on the BBC, people are encouraged to go the extra mile for BBC Children in Need. Supporters take on SPOTacular walkathons and sponsored cycles, host bake sales, and a whole lot more to raise money for children and young people, funding thousands of local charities and projects. What is the theme for Children in Need 2022? The theme this year is together we can change young lives – BBC Children in…

  • Pudsey paper plate craft for kids
    Children In Need - Crafts for kids

    Pudsey paper plate craft for kids

    November 16, 2022 - By 

    We are looking forward to celebrating Children In Need this Friday. There are some lovely ways to raise money for good causes and my daughter will be dressing up in her spottiest clothes for the day. We wanted to celebrate Pudsey and had so much fun with our Pudsey paper plate craft that we thought we would share it here. Pudsey paper plate craft supplies: white paper plate colouring pens pencils How to make a Pudsey paper plate Pudsey is the official mascot of BBC Children in Need. We wanted to draw his face so carefully drew it on a paper…

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    Monday Happy List

    Sunday Happy Things {Week 422}

    November 13, 2022 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me 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 always love to sit down and write. I’m mixing things up a little by posting this weekly post on Sunday instead of Monday! Sunday Happy Things {Week 422} My daughter played in another netball cluster for her school, as well as representing the school in the hockey team last week.…

  • Exploring The London Mithraeum with kids
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    Exploring The London Mithraeum with kids

    November 12, 2022 - By 

    Earlier this year my son and I enjoyed a day out in London. Before we went and watched Back To The Future The Musical (you can read our review here) we visited The London Mithraeum. The London Mithraeum is a Roman Temple of Mithras which was found in the city of London. It’s free to visit and a great place to visit with kids to learn more about Roman London. Exploring The London Mithraeum with kids You can pre-book a ticket to visit the London Mithraeum or just turn up and take a chance. A visit takes about an hour…

  • Merry and Bright mini quilt
    Crafts for adults

    Merry and Bright mini quilt {Part 1}

    November 11, 2022 - By 

    A few years ago I received the very sweet Merry and Bright mini quilt kit. This kit was from Pretty Fabrics and Trims who design the sweetest embroidery kits. Earlier this year  you may remember I finished the Summer Sampler mini quilt, I started the ‘Cottage Garden Huswif’ kit (and put it away again) and then made a start on my Christmas crafting. Merry and Bright mini quilt {Part 1} This festive mini quilt, a little sampler of sorts, includes all my favourite things – Machine Piecing, Appliqué, Embroidery, English Paper Piecing (EPP) and Hand Quilting. First of all I…