• Blogger Board Game Club: Just One
    Blogger Board Game Club - Family Life

    Blogger Board Game Club: Just One

    October 25, 2020 - By 

    We are a family that loves to play games together so we were excited to receive a bundle of family games from Asmodee to try. We love to play board games and have obviously been spending a lot of time together this year and playing more games than ever! Our latest #gifted game from the Blogger Board Game Club was Just One. Just One game review I really liked the sound of Just One and it’s been really popular with my children since we started playing it. It’s a fun party game of creative word association! Every round, each player…

  • A trip to RHS Wisley with kids
    Family Life - Surrey

    A trip to RHS Wisley with kids

    October 21, 2020 - By 

    Last month we finally got round to visiting RHS Wisley in Surrey. RHS Wisley is the historic home of the RHS and houses one of the largest plant collections in the world.I love being outdoors at the weekend and this was a place on my bucket list. Tickets are pre-book so we booked a day, packed the puppy off to puppy day care (sadly no dogs are allowed at RHS Wisley except on special occasions) and set off for a short drive. A trip to RHS Wisley with kids I’m not much of a gardener but it doesn’t mean that…

  • How to Make a Funny Photo Montag
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    How to Make a Funny Photo Montage

    October 20, 2020 - By 

    If you are looking for a new hobby or simply for a way to entertain yourself and your friends, a funny photo montage might be the answer. Just take your time and let your imagination flow. For example, you can edit a family photo taken at home and create a picture at the beach or in front of the Eiffel Tower! Or you can add a funny clown or a strong superhero to a birthday picture of your child. Here are some other great ideas: You can put your child on the moon or on a star You can add…

  • Shopkins S14 Real Littles Vending Machine
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    Shopkins S14 Real Littles Vending Machine {review}

    October 18, 2020 - By 

    It doesn’t seem very long since we reviewed some of the Shopkins Real Littles Icy Treats range. Little Sis loved the Shopkins Real Littles Icy Treats Shopper Pack assortment she opened and thought it was a great addition to the Shopkins range. She was excited to hear about the Shopkins Real Littles Vending Machine and loved the packaging. Shopkins S14 Real Littles Vending Machine Now your favourite brands are always on hand from the Real Littles Vending Machine. Your fave Shopkins from Season 12 and 13 are back and packed inside the cutest Mini Packs to look exactly like the…

  • Floral wallpaper
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    Floral wallpaper {wallpaper with flowers for a vivid ambience}

    October 17, 2020 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a sponsored post When it comes to wallpapers with flowers, you are looking at a rich variety of styles. Because floral wallpaper is not just flower wallpaper. Whether it’s a romantic country house style, modern and contemporary design or an elegant vintage look – floral wallpapers create a fresh and vibrant atmosphere and create a harmonious mood. However, it doesn’t always have to be summery colourful or spring-like light, because the floral wallpaper is interpreted by various manufacturers in the hottest living styles and enjoys great attention even in more straightforward, pop-cultural or abstract styles. Floral…

  • A trip to The Pop Up Farms' Pumpkin Patch
    Family Life - Hertfordshire

    A trip to The Pop Up Farms’ Pumpkin Patch

    October 16, 2020 - By 

    Last weekend we took a trip to The Pop Up Farms’ Pumpkin Patch. I had been looking forward to visiting this pumpkin patch just outside London for weeks. Unfortunately our original trip was cancelled due to bad weather but we managed to re-book for the following weekend. We visited The Pop Up Farm last year and were really excited to visit again. I wanted to pick a selection of pumpkins and take some lovely photos of my children. A trip to The Pop Up Farms’ Pumpkin Patch Due to current restrictions we had to pre-book our tickets and pay a…

  • An Advent tradition - Elfie’s Christmas Letters
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    An Advent tradition – Elfie’s Christmas Letters

    October 14, 2020 - By 

    This house believes. Christmas is a magical time and this Christmas I will be pulling out all the stops to make sure my children have a magical Christmas. I’m not sure if we’ll be able to see family and friends, but we can still believe in the magic of this time of year. Christmas starts for us on the 1st December. We’re not allowed to even mention the word Christmas before the end of November due to my daughter’s birthday. However that doesn’t mean that I’m not busy planning behind the scenes during October and November! Christmas magic with Elfie’s…

  • Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake
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    Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake

    October 13, 2020 - By 

    It’s that time of year when I really need a slice of cake, especially if I’m watching Bake Off! Tuesday evenings are definitely the time for cake and the whole family love my Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake with special Streusel topping. Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake With our delicious Pumpkin Spice Coffee cake you can make a simple streusel topping which really finishes the cake off. Streusel ingredients 2 Cups of flour 1 ⅓ Cup of sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 ½ Cup of unsalted sweet cream butter, melted How to make Streusel topping: Preheat the oven to 180° and…

  • Decorating our home for Autumn
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    Decorating our home for Autumn

    October 12, 2020 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a sponsored post So far 2020 has been a bit of a write off. When you’re just not sure what’s around the corner I think it makes you appreciate home more than ever. During March and April we spent a lot of time at home and although we’ve been out and about over the Summer months, we are once more back at home during Autumn. Our week days are busy with school and work but come the weekend and we are ready to be at home and enjoy it. Last weekend we ventured out to pick…