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    Timeless Treasures: 5 Ways to Perpetuate Your Loved Ones Photo

    September 27, 2024 - By 

    Photographs capture the essence of cherished moments with loved ones, freezing time and preserving memories in the blink of an eye. While photo albums and digital galleries are common ways to store these memories, there are more creative and enduring ways to perpetuate a loved one’s image, turning photos into lifelong keepsakes. Here are five unique ideas, including the elegant 3D crystal photo, to preserve your loved one’s memory with a personal touch. 1. 3D Crystal Photo One of the most mesmerising ways to honour a special photo is by transforming it into a 3D crystal photo. Using advanced laser…

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    Win tickets to the Creative Craft Shows in Birmingham

    September 26, 2024 - By 

    The Creative Craft Show is back this November, with sister show Sewing For Pleasure – Winter Edition. This year visitors to The Creative Craft Show and Simply Christmas at the NEC in November can experience the latest in festive crafts, attend inspiring workshops and get access to the Sewing for Pleasure Winter Show. Tickets also include entry to Cake and Bake international, giving access to five shows for the price of one. The Creative Craft Show is a haven for knitting, cross stitch, paper crafting, jewellery and dressmaking and stitching enthusiasts, offering all the latest supplies as well as festive…

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    Creative Ways to Use MDF in Every Room of Your Home

    September 25, 2024 - By 

    When it comes to versatile materials for home improvement, MDF (medium-density fibreboard) stands out as an affordable, easy-to-use option that can transform every room in your house. Whether you are looking to create custom furniture or add design elements to your space, MDF provides endless opportunities for creativity. In this blog post, we’ll explore creative ways to use MDF in different rooms of your home, from living areas to bedrooms and beyond. 1. Living Room: Sleek and Stylish Shelving One of the most popular uses for MDF is custom shelving. In your living room, MDF can be used to create…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 518}

    September 23, 2024 - 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 happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 518} Last week I finished reading The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose which is a Molly the Maid story. I loved the first book and this is also a great page turner. Taking place a little while after the first book, Molly has been promoted to Head…

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    Halloween felt ghost tutorial

    September 21, 2024 - By 

    I’ve always enjoyed working with felt. It’s easy to cut and you can make so many items with it. I can’t resist adding some super cute Halloween felt ghosts to our decorations this year. I’m sharing a fun tutorial for making your own felt ghosts, with a list of the supplies you will need and a template for all the parts. Gather your supplies and get making these sweet and spooky Halloween felt ghosts. List of supplies: Sheets of felt (black, white, yellow, purple, green and orange) Needle Matching thread Fabric glue Cotton Pencil A pair of scissors Ghost Template…

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    Big Fun Art Adventure owl trail

    September 16, 2024 - By 

    We love an art trail and there have been some fun ones around this year. We tried to walk the Heritage Summer Trail around London Heritage Quarter earlier this year, but we picked the busiest Saturday in London and had to give up. Luckily a few weeks later we managed to discover the wonderful dog sculptures from the Canary Wharf Art Trail, the Little Egg Hunt Trail and SmileyWorld. Big Fun Art Adventure owl trail The Big Fun Art Adventure is a sculpture trail of owls around north London, delivered by North London Hospice in partnership with Wild in Art.…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 517}

    September 15, 2024 - 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 happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 517} Last week the kids had their first full week back at school and it flew by. All their clubs started up too so it felt like our evenings were as busy as the days. I think they were happy to get back to their lessons and…

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    Picking sunflowers at The Pop Up Farm

    September 14, 2024 - By 

    Today we visited The Pop Up Farm so we could pick some sunflowers. The Pop Up Farm is just outside London and really easy to get to. We booked our tickets online which included the chance to pick our own sunflower so we made sure to take our secateurs! Picking sunflowers at The Pop Up Farm It’s easy to find The Pop Up Farm as they have a beautiful traditional red barn. We walked passed it to the sunflower fields, following the path through to find 8 different things around the sunflower fields, including a pommel horse, bath, picture frame and…

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    Family Asthma Health: How to Stay Prepared

    September 13, 2024 - By 

    Asthma is a common respiratory condition that affects millions of families worldwide. Effectively managing asthma requires knowledge, preparation, and the right tools. e-Surgery, a trusted online pharmacy, supports families in their asthma management journey by offering expert advice and easy access to essential medications. In this extensive guide, we’ll explore the basics of family asthma health and provide valuable insights to help you stay prepared and in control. What Is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterised by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. This inflammation makes the airways sensitive to various triggers, leading to symptoms such as wheezing,…