• Win a copy of How To Build A City
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    Win a copy of How To Build A City

    November 9, 2019 - By 

    With two little bookworms in the house I am constantly trying to find new books which my children will enjoy. Little Tiger Press recently sent us a copy of How To Build A City to review. Perfect for children budding architects and young city planners aged 6 – 8, this book will delight and amuse. How To Build A City by Isabel Otter From solar panels to sewers and from trams to tower blocks; follow this step-by-step guide and watch the city transform from a cluster of houses to a magic metropolis. Gentle illustrations  by new talent Harry Woodgate takes the…

  • Personalised wooden gifts to give this Christmas
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    AD | Personalised wooden gifts to give this Christmas

    November 7, 2019 - By 

    AD | norma&dorothy gifted us these items for our Christmas gift guide It’s time to mention the C word. This year I started my Christmas shopping really early. Every year I get really stressed so started even earlier this year and have most of the presents and gifts hidden away. I’ve actually enjoyed shopping around, I think because I’ve taken my time and looked for gifts I think people will like. Every family has some family members who are difficult to buy for. This year I was introduced to norma&dorothy who sell beautiful personalised cards, stationary and gifts. They kindly let…

  • 7 Easy Ways to Live Green in London
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    7 Easy Ways to Live Green in London

    October 31, 2019 - By 

    Image credit Concern over climate change has never felt more pressing, especially living in London. Two million people – including 400,000 children – are living with illegal air pollution levels in London every day. It’s hoped the new ULEZ, electrified transport and other schemes will help solve this, but in the meantime there’s loads of simple ways you and your kids can do your little bit to live green in London. 7 Easy Ways to Live Green in London Trade up transport Chances are if you live further into central London, you don’t often drive anyway. London has some of…

  • Pepper Mint: The Magnificent Mars Expedition
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    Pepper Mint: The Magnificent Mars Expedition {review}

    October 25, 2019 - By 

    Half term has gone by in a bit of a blur for us. We have been quite busy visiting family and friends. Both the children seem to miss the routine that school brings, especially Little Sis who needs to keep her brain active during the holidays. Fortunately we were gifted a fun STEM kit from Thames & Kosmos featuring their creative young heroine, Pepper Mint, which kept her mind busy. Pepper Mint: The Magnificent Mars Expedition She couldn’t wait to open up the kit. Pepper Mint: The Magnificent Mars Expedition which sees Pepper head off to space on a mission…

  • Poopsie Slime Surprise magazine
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    Win a Poopsie Slime Surprise magazine

    October 25, 2019 - By 

    How has your half term been? Ours has been really busy so it’s been lovely to have a few days at home catching up with everything. Little Sis received a little bundle which included the brand new Poopsie Slime magazine. She absolutely loves her Poopsie Slime collection and was delighted to sit and read the new magazine. Poopsie Slime Surprise range Little Sis just loves SLIME so has been a big fan of everything Poopsie Slime. In case you haven’t heard of the range, the products allow you to unbox and make cute and colourful slime, and usually comes in…

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    Monday Happy List {Week 262}

    October 21, 2019 - By 

    I love to start the week by writing the Monday Happy List. 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 enjoy writing. Monday Happy List {Week 262} I’m so happy it’s half term. Seven weeks of school almost finished me off so I’m really glad that we can all have a break from the school routine. We’ve escaped to the West Country for a few days and I already feel so much…

  • Blogger Board Game Club: Dobble Card Game
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    Blogger Board Game Club: Dobble Card Game

    October 18, 2019 - By 

    We have had a lot of wet weekends recently so we were so pleased to be invited to work with Asmodee’s Blogger Board Game club again. We were sent some lovely games and will be sharing our thoughts over the next few months. Our latest #gifted game from the Blogger Board Game Club was the Dobble Card Game. Blogger Board Game Club: Dobble Card Game Dobble is a speedy observation game where players race to match the identical symbol between cards. Reliant on a sharp eye and quick reflexes, this is a great family game. My 7 year old recognised…

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    Monday Happy List {Week 261}

    October 14, 2019 - By 

    I love to start the week by writing the Monday Happy List. 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 enjoy writing. Monday Happy List {Week 261} I packed a lot into last week. I started with a trip into London for the Cricut Meet and Greet. I spent a fun few hours learning more about Infusible Ink, the EasyPress Mini and how you can now use Design Space offline. It was…

  • Shopping and making at the Knitting and Stitching Show
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    Shopping and making at the Knitting and Stitching Show

    October 12, 2019 - By 

    Today I enjoyed my annual trip to the Knitting and Stitching Show at Ally Pally. Just like last year it rained all day in London! Thankfully the weather didn’t affect our trip and we had a great day. Shopping and making at the Knitting and Stitching Show This year I went with a friend and we decided to try some of the many workshops on offer at the Show. Did you know there is a workshop program of over 250 classes? The Dressmaking Studio caters for beginners to professionals; The Creative Living Theatre showcases daily demos by sewing celebrities, and there…