• 20 Liberty London crafts
    Crafts for adults

    20 crafts to celebrate 150 years of Liberty London

    June 11, 2025 - By 

    Did you know that in 2025 we will be celebrating 150 years of the iconic store Liberty London? I love to visit the flagship store on Great Marlborough Street, as well as spend time in the haberdashery department, looking at all the beautiful fabrics they have. To celebrate 150 years of Liberty London I thought I would bring together 20 fun Liberty makes to inspire you. Celebrating 150 years of Liberty London For the home Little Liberty Book of Fabric Shipping Forecast Quilt – made and bound with Liberty fabric Liberty ribbon strip quilt – called Quilt As You Go from…

  • Exploring the history of Harrow School
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    Exploring the history of Harrow School

    June 10, 2025 - By 

    A few weeks ago we took the opportunity to look round Harrow School. This is a public school in Harrow on the Hill near where we live. The school was founded in 1572 by John Lyon, a local landowner and farmer, under a royal charter of Queen Elizabeth I. Although it is a boarding school there are open days throughout the year. Exploring the history of Harrow School If you’ve ever wondered if it’s possible to visit Harrow School then let me tell you that you can! We booked tickets for the historic tour of Harrow School which takes place…

  • Dear Miss Lake by AJ Pearce
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    {What I’m reading} Dear Miss Lake by AJ Pearce

    June 9, 2025 - By 

    Have you heard of the The Emmy Lake Chronicle Series by AJ Pearce? The fourth book is Dear Miss Lake, following Dear Mrs Bird, Yours Cheerfully and Mrs Porter Calling. From the author of the Sunday Times bestseller Dear Mrs Bird, Dear Miss Lake returns us to wartime London, where Emmy Lake is facing her greatest challenge yet. Dear Miss Lake by AJ Pearce London, July 1944. Journalist Emmy Lake’s career is soaring: Woman’s Friend magazine is a huge success, and she is finally realising her dream of becoming a Lady War Correspondent. On the personal front, Emmy’s husband Charles has been posted closer to home, and they and their friends…

  • Craftpod embroidery bee hoop
    Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 23/2025}

    June 8, 2025 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 23/2025} Last week my daughter had a trial at a local athletics club and had a great time. They’ve already said they would be happy to have her join them. I can’t believe this will be another commitment to an already busy week but I’m happy she will be outside and…

  • making wax melts
    days out - Hillingdon

    Wax melts workshop @ Wick and Ceramic

    June 4, 2025 - By 

    A few weeks ago my daughter and I took part in a fun workshop at our local ceramic cafe making mini jelly cat inspired clay models. We had such a great time we decided to go again, this time booking a wax melts workshop. We’ve made our own wax melts at home using a craft kit but were excited to make more. Wax melts workshop @ Wick and Ceramic First of all we painted our own wax burners. There were so many colours to choose from, along with a handy guide to what the colours would look like once glazed…

  • Lift109 at Battersea Power Station
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    Lift109 at Battersea Power Station

    June 3, 2025 - By 

    I love exploring London with my teens and wanted to share a recent adventure we had at Lift109 at Battersea Power Station. Battersea Power Station is a true London icon and has been converted to a new use, like Tate Modern. Today Battersea Power Station is a shopping destination with some great shops, places to eat and entertainment venue. We’ve visited to look round the building, as well as explore some of the public art trails which have taken place there. Lift109 at Battersea Power Station With two teens to keep busy we thought we would book a visit to…

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    What Legal Options Do You Have If You’re Asked to Take a Drug Test at Work?

    June 2, 2025 - By 

    Navigating the workplace can sometimes include unexpected requirements like drug tests. Whether you’re new to your job or have been with your company for years, understanding what to do if asked to take a drug test is important. Your legal rights and options depend on your employment terms and how your workplace conducts these tests. Knowing how to respond can help you make informed decisions. Discussions about privacy, consent, and workplace policies often come up with this topic. Staying informed will help you handle the situation confidently. Drug testing at work is becoming more common in various industries. Employers often…

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    Five Happy Things

    Five Happy Things {Week 22/2025}

    June 1, 2025 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 22/2025} I love half term, especially when I have the week off to spend it with my family. My son started the week with his Silver Duke of Edinburgh expedition in the Chilterns so I took my daughter to watch the new Lilo and Stitch film which we both enjoyed. Before…

  • Crafts for adults

    What I made in May 2025

    May 31, 2025 - By 

    Where did May go? Time for a monthly update! What I made in May 2025 I’m working my way through my craft stash and thought it was about time I made the MakeBox Modern English Paper Piecing Ladybird which was released in June 2023. I enjoy English Paper Piecing but usually stick with hexagons, diamonds or simple shapes. This kit has really been testing my patience! I wanted to use the finished ladybird on a banner and it just about fits. So far I have made half of the ladybird and have set it aside for now. Some of the…