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    From Friends To Lovers: How To Date A Friend

    March 30, 2024 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a guest post While being friends before dating isn’t a must, it can actually be quite beneficial. But what if you start falling in love with your friend? Friendship Can Make Your Love Better In a perfect world, your date is your best friend – but should you be friends before dating? In fact, building a friendship before romantic relationships can be quite beneficial for you. Establish Trust Beginning as friends establishes a solid foundation of trust in your relationship. Through learning about each other’s personalities and values initially, you cultivate a robust sense of dependability…

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    What I made in March 2024

    March 29, 2024 - By 

    March was busy and I seem to have achieved a lot over the last few weeks. What I made in March 2024 I started the month visiting the Fashion and Textile Museum to see The Fabric of Democracy exhibition before it closed. This is a great museum and I really enjoyed seeing all the different textiles from around the world. I embroidered a pretty magnolia blossom hoop from a previous Craftpod box and gifted it to my mum on Mothering Sunday. It featured a lot of satin stitch which is not my favourite, but I think it turned out pretty…

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    Cutting Costs While Travelling as a Big Family

    March 25, 2024 - By 

    Travelling can be a fulfilling experience for everyone, especially when you have your family and loved ones with you. Seeing the world with your family can also be a valuable educational experience to help expand your children’s worldview. In a previous post, we highlighted some of the best destinations to visit with your children, from the biodiversity of South Africa to the natural landscapes and waterfalls of Iceland. At the same time, we also emphasised the importance of planning to ensure a smooth sailing family holiday. Cutting Costs While Travelling as a Big Family While the added family bonding time…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 493}

    March 24, 2024 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while over the last few years. It is 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 493} Last week my son turned 14 years old! I can’t believe he can be 14 already. He received money and parts for his computer, and thankfully an expansion pack for Carcassonne which gave us all something to do together. It was also my own…

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    The Stitch Festival 2024

    March 22, 2024 - By 

    On Friday I booked myself a ticket to attend The Stitch Festival at the Business Design Centre on Upper Street in London. I’m not sure I’ve ever been to this show before but I really fancied trying a few workshops and buying some craft supplies. The workshops booked up really quickly so I was only able to book two – Italian corded quilting and making a fabric badge. The Stitch Festival 2024 The Business Design Centre is a beautiful historic building in the heart of Upper Street. Once the Agricultural Hall, built to house the Smithfield Cattle Club Show, it…

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    Crafting Cashflow: Passive Income Ideas Tailored for Artistic Entrepreneurs

    March 20, 2024 - By 

    For artists venturing into entrepreneurship, the quest for passive income holds significant importance. It not only brings about security but also grants you the liberty and flexibility to dedicate yourself to your artistic endeavours. In this article, we will delve into some passive income suggestions crafted specifically for creative entrepreneurs. These suggestions aim to help you broaden your revenue streams and maintain a cash flow while nurturing your pursuits. Establish an E-Commerce Platform for Your Art Pieces In today’s era, establishing an online presence is indispensable for artists and creative business owners. If you’re wondering how to make passive income,…

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    Why I failed to complete a 365 embroidery wheel

    March 19, 2024 - By 

    You may remember last year I was excited to start a 365 embroidery wheel. I read 365 Days of Stitches and was inspired to start my own project, recording every day of the year in stitch. Reader, I failed. Why I failed to complete a 365 embroidery wheel I bought a large wooden embroidery hoop. I prepared a fabric wheel divided into 12 parts. I pondered which colourways I would use (and swiftly abandoned that idea). I kept a note each day of the motif I would stitch, just in case I couldn’t remember what it meant. I photographed each…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 492}

    March 17, 2024 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while over the last few years. It is 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 492} The kids have been away at Scout camp all weekend. With them away having fun with their friends we decided to go for a long lunch at the Coy Carp with my mum. The pub sits between the river and canal so it’s a…

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    Why You Should Not Skip Your Car Servicing

    March 15, 2024 - By 

    Car services are a rare instant. You take your car to your mechanic before there is anything wrong with it, and happily pay for him or her to tell you that the vehicle is in good order? Illogical, surely? Well, not really, no. Car servicing is a vital part of keeping the machine in good working order, and it is not something that should be skimped on or delayed for any longer than is strictly necessary. Let’s have a look at some reasons why services are a force for good before you book your next hassle-free service. They Keep the…