London Fire Brigade have recruited a specialist #PLAYMOBILBrigade to celebrate their 150th year which I have mentioned before. Fire stations will be hosting 65 collaborative open days across the capital throughout 2016 to teach children about fire safety in the home. To celebrate, we have 1 VIP family ticket to the launch party in London on Saturday 9th April to give away to one lucky winner, allowing you exclusive entry before it’s open to the public There will be a special birthday cake baked by Great British Bake Off star Firefighter Mat Riley, and an appearance by London Fire Commissioner…
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Today I am taking part in a Beatrix Potter blog tour. Welcome to anyone who has been signposted to here from Laura at Side Street Style. The blog tour continues tomorrow with Clare at Emmy’s Mummy. As I mentioned in my post about the delicious Mr McGregor’s (Chocolate) Patch cake we made, this year we celebrate 150 Years of Beatrix Potter. She is most famous for the Peter Rabbit stories which she wrote and illustrated, but was also a successful businesswoman, botanist, conservationist and farmer. I was so happy to be asked to take part in this special blog tour as…
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If your kids are looking for action-packed girl power, look no further than DC Super Hero Girls. DC Entertainment’s latest animated series features a dynamic group of Super Hero’s on their journey of discovering the power of their unique abilities and friendships. Including Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, Batgirl, Bumblebee, Katana, Supergirl and Poison Ivy, you can follow them and their adventures at Super Hero High. We love the dynamic characters, from strong and fearless to edgy and fun; there really is a character for everyone! The DC Super Hero Girls YouTube channel makes it easy for children to watch their…
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I can’t believe February is nearly over and this time next week I’ll be sitting in a nice pub being treated to a delicious pub lunch. Yes, we’ll soon be celebrating Mother’s Day here in the UK and I have a wonderful competition to share with you today, thanks to the Clangers. My children love the Clangers and we all have our favourite characters. Actually, Big Brother is just like Small, inquisitive and inventive, and Little Sis has a kind and gentle nature, just like Tiny. I guess that means I’m Mother which I’m happy about, I always seem to…
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Before Christmas I told you about itty bittys from Hallmark, they are a collectable plush toy in a huge range of characters which appeal to both children and adults. Each plush measures just 4″ and new characters are always being launched, from recently released films as well as figures from some of the most recognisable and popular film and TV shows. The Wizard of Oz itty bittys I loved reading The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and the sequels when I was younger. The story of Dorothy Gale, who is swept away to a magical land in a tornado and embarks…
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I have tech savvy children. Yes, at the grand old ages of 4 and 5 they already seem far more confident than I am with a laptop and technology in general. I think this can only be a good thing and I am keen to teach them good habits and the importance of safety online. Have you heard of Safer Internet Day? It will take place on the 9th February with the theme Play your part for a better internet! Co-ordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre the celebration sees hundreds of organisations get involved to help promote the safe, responsible and positive use of…
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I love this time of year. The sun is feeling warmer, the days are noticeably longer and I’ve been using my free afternoons when my daughter is at nursery to tackle some much-needed decluttering. It’s not that I don’t enjoy the winter months but there’s something about taking down the Christmas decorations and finding a home for all those Christmas presents that makes me want to have a big tidy up! I thought I would share my top tips for decluttering in case you want to start, but don’t know where to: Write a list of those areas you want…
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I love making my own decorations at this time of year. There’s something so lovely about hanging up things you have made yourself. For a fun, festive craft activity, the Hobbycraft Christmas Elf Sewing Kit allows you to create your own decorations! This pack contains the essential bits and bobs (except for tacky glue and basic sewing needle) to make an adorable elf character for the Christmas season. Simply follow the step by step instructions in the pack to create a very festive Santa’s little helper. Using the felt shapes provided, follow the instructions to sew, fill and glue your way…
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One of my favourite things about this time of year are the Christmas films! There are so many to watch and we all have our own family favourites which are perfect for snuggling on the sofa together with a big bowl of popcorn. Last month Get Santa was released on DVD, Blu-Ray and Digital HD and I’m excited to be able to offer a DVD to one of my readers today. Get Santa Rafe Spall leads a top British cast in 2015’s must-own Christmas film “Get Santa.” National treasure Jim Broadbent stars as Santa in this fun, heart-warming and hilarious…