• 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…

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    7 Creative Homemade Birthday Gifts to Make

    October 15, 2020 - By 

    Every year my children and I like to prepare thoughtful and handmade gifts for our family and friends. We have acquired quite a collection of great birthday gift ideas. Some of them will take you a bit longer, some you can make quickly and easily, but all of them will bring you joy. These DIY present ideas will help you to spark creativity in your little ones and potentially give them a new hobby. You might open up something new and exciting for yourself and discover a hidden talent.  Knitted Coasters and Cozies for Coffee Drinkers Knitting is a fun…

  • 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…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy List {Week 313}

    October 12, 2020 - 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 love to write. Monday Happy List {Week 313} The children have been back at school for 5 weeks now. They are both so happy to be immersed in school life. Cubs and Scouts have re-started face to face meetings too which means our evenings are also busy. We managed to squeeze in a quick…

  • L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App {review}
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    L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App {review}

    October 11, 2020 - By 

    Little Sis has always loved L.O.L. Surprise! toys. I’m not sure what she likes most, but I know the unboxing element has always appealed to her. She has quite a collection so I knew she would enjoy the chance to feature in her own official L.O.L Surprise! Movie! with the L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App. L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App My daughter loves playing on her tablet and couldn’t wait to download the L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App. The app lets you unlock L.O.L. Surprise Dolls to include in your movie, choose backgrounds, props, and even music tracks. Then, press record…

  • Easy Halloween painted cork craft
    Crafts for kids - Halloween crafts - Recycled crafts

    Simple Halloween painted cork craft

    October 10, 2020 - By 

    I stocked up on Halloween treats early this year. I don’t visit the shops very frequently so bought loads of treats which if course we’ve already opened and enjoyed. Most of our Halloween decorations are up and this weekend we’re hoping to make a Halloween gingerbread house. Our crafting time is limited now we are all back at school but we managed to squeeze in a really fun craft using recycled corks this week. Our simple Halloween painted cork craft for kids makes a great after school activity, and a fun way to use up any corks you have squirrelled…

  • Easy salt painted pumpkin craft
    Crafts for kids - Halloween crafts - STEM activity

    Easy salt painted pumpkin craft

    October 9, 2020 - By 

    I know that Halloween is still a few weeks away but my Halloween crafts for kids have been super popular. I love to add a few new ideas to my site and have been wanting to try salt painting for a while. This week I finally had time and wanted to share our salt painted pumpkin with you. It’s a really fun but effective STEM craft for kids and brings some much needed colour to these days. The equipment needed is quite minimal but you will need a simple colouring page printed on white thick card. Salt painted pumpkin equipment:…