• Plusnet hack at home
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    Hack at Home {Plusnet X Scouts}

    February 2, 2020 - By 

    Both my children are interested in a more sustainable way of living. I love that they are always coming up with ways to cut down on waste at home and find ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. My son recently became a travel ambassador at school, encouraging more people to walk or cycle to school and reduce unnecessary car journeys. Preparing for the Future campaign My kids are real digital kids, never happier than with a tablet in their hands. But this is something we encourage them to do. They are also members of Cubs and I think they strike…

  • The Lost Lights of St Kilda by Elisabeth Gifford
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    The Lost Lights of St Kilda by Elisabeth Gifford

    February 1, 2020 - By 

    I felt that I wasn’t doing very well in my 2020 Goodreads challenge until I saw the front cover of The Lost Lights of St Kilda by Elisabeth Gifford on NetGalley (thank you NetGalley for the chance to read this book!). I spent 5 years living in Scotland, which is where I first heard about the magical islands of St Kilda, an isolated archipelago of islands some 40 miles off the west coast of Scotland. The Lost Lights of St Kilda is set on the beautiful and remote islands, linking one of the islands inhabitants, Chrissie, to a parallel story…

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    Four craft ideas for someone in a nursing home

    January 30, 2020 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a collaborative guest post Craft is a fantastic activity for people in nursing homes. It keeps minds active and encourages them to use the muscles in their hands and fingers. It can also encourage them to remember things from their past and can involve all of their senses, such as smell and touch. The feel of wool or the smell of glue may remind them of their youth and bring up memories they thought were long forgotten. All this helps to keep their minds and bodies healthier for longer. Furthermore, it can give them a sense…

  • Crafting: Winter Craftpod subscription box
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    Crafting: Winter Craftpod subscription box

    January 29, 2020 - By 

    It’s been a slow start to the year for me. Our little pup takes a lot of time (I’m constantly watching for signs he needs the loo!) so I haven’t had much free time. That’s why I love a subscription box though! They contain everything you need and the projects can usually be finished in a few evenings. Winter Craftpod subscription box My husband kindly gifted me the Winter Craftpod box for Christmas, which was a lovely treat. I tried to resist any spoilers of the contents on Instagram so was delighted when I was able to open it. This…

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    Monday Happy List {Week 276}

    January 27, 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 276} Last week my daughter was invested into Cubs bringing an end to our 4 year association with Beavers. I stopped volunteering with the Scouts at the end of last year and I’m pretty excited to have two children in Cubs. My daughter is ready for…

  • Celebrate Dr Seuss Day: Truffula trees craft
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    Celebrate Dr Seuss Day: Truffula trees craft

    January 26, 2020 - By 

    If you love sharing a book with your child then you will probably know of Dr Seuss. But did you know that there is also a Dr Seuss Day which is celebrated on 2nd March? It’s a lovely reason to pick up a Dr Seuss book, re-read an old favourite or discover a new story. We’re big fans of The Lorax , it’s a brilliant book for kids (and adults too!) and as relevant today as the day it was written: “I am the Lorax who speaks for the trees, which you seem to be chopping as fast as you…

  • Free printable Valentine's Day bookmarks
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    Free printable Valentine’s Day bookmarks

    January 25, 2020 - By 

    January isn’t my favourite month. The days are short and cold. However, we are surrounded by signs of Spring and are excited to start thinking about Valentine’s Day next month. We’ve already shared our free Baby Yoda printable but were back with another Valentine’s Day printable, sweet cut out and colour bookmarks for kids to make this Valentine’s Day. Free printable Valentine’s Day bookmarks We love to spread the love on Valentine’s Day and I’ve always encouraged the children to make and give Valentine’s Day cards to friends and family. This year we are sharing our free printable colouring bookmarks…

  • New Mum Essentials
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    New Mum Essentials for 2020

    January 24, 2020 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a guest post from KiddiesKingdom Welcome to parenthood, this is a time filled with so many emotions. When having or expecting a new little member in your life, it can often feel very overwhelming – you’ll be filled with happiness and joy along with the rush of love that you’ve never felt before. Throughout your pregnancy, you’ll want to start getting organised and getting prepared for after the birth so you can be set for any situation at any time. Therefore, I’ve put together five crucial new mum essentials to keep you on top of your…

  • {Free printable} tooth fairy receipt
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    {Free printable} tooth fairy receipt

    January 23, 2020 - By 

    Over the weekend my daughter lost one of her front teeth. She’s been really frustrated by how long her teeth are taking to fall out, especially when so many of her friends have lost a lot already. Her adult teeth seem to be pushing her baby teeth out which she’s finding quite painful. Both my children still believe in the Tooth Fairy and I had fun making our own printable tooth fairy receipt which I’m sharing today. {Free printable} tooth fairy receipt I love the fact that my children believe in the magic of the Tooth Fairy and it certainly…