• Up At The O2 with teens
    days out - London Borough of Greenwich

    Up At The O2 with teens

    June 8, 2024 - By 

    A few weeks ago we spent a weekend exploring North Greenwich. We stayed at the Holiday Inn Express London-Greenwich, watched Keane perform at The O2 for their 20th anniversary Hopes and Fears Tour, and enjoyed exploring a new area the other side of London to where we live. The O2 is a great venue with plenty of places to eat, drink, shop and be entertained. Up At The O2 Now the kids are older our days out are different. We look for experiences that we will all enjoy, even if it means pushing our comfort boundaries (mine!). On our last…

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    5 Scottish beaches you have to visit this summer

    June 6, 2024 - By 

    With many families now opting for a summer staycation, we wanted to showcase the natural beauty found around the Scottish coastline that you just have to see to believe it exists this close to home. With this in mind, we’ve gathered together five beaches found in Scotland that are worth a visit. So, if you’ve booked one of the many family holidays UK destinations have to offer, or you’re simply looking for somewhere new to explore on your next visit to Scotland, scroll down to discover more. 5 Scottish beaches you have to visit this summer 1. Broughty Ferry Beach…

  • Felt 4th of July Star Ornament
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    Felt 4th of July Star Ornament

    June 5, 2024 - By 

    I can’t resist sharing our felt crafts. Felt is a lovely material to work with and this felt 4th of July star ornament is something that all ages can make. List of supplies: Coloured felt fabrics Pencil Needle Matching thread Ribbon Cotton A pair of scissors Black marker Felt star ornament template  How to make a felt 4th of July star ornament: Print and cut out the free template patterns for the star ornament. The template includes star base shapes and smaller stars, hearts, and round shapes. Select white, blue, and red felt fabrics for this ornament.  Trace the ornament…

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    4 Perfect Garden DIY Projects to Get the Kids Involved In

    June 4, 2024 - By 

    “I’m BORED!”. The cry every parent dreads over school holiday times. How can you keep the kids entertained and out of trouble, and get them away from their screens for a little while? Well, how about trying some of these fantastic little DIY gardening projects – they’ll learn and have fun at the same time (not to mention get some fresh air and exercise!). Here are 4 ideas for you. Create a terrarium Glass jar gardening – sometimes known as a terrarium is a perfect way to get kids into gardening. They’re the perfect size for small hands and are…

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    Family cruise fashion: Outfits for everyone (without overpacking)

    June 1, 2024 - By 

    A cruise vacation is a fun way to travel and relax with the family without having to worry about the planning of what to do, see or eat on the ship as the cruise company takes care of it all. That said, what you wear on the ship requires careful thinking as the mix of activities and upscale dinner parties necessitates a mix of clothing styles to ensure bringing the right clothing without overpacking. Therefore, when it comes to what outfit to wear on a family cruise vacation, it is important to know the events you will be attending as well…

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    Crafts for adults

    What I made in May 2024

    May 31, 2024 - By 

    I can tell that the weather is better and the days are longer as I have been spending more time in the garden and less indoors with my sewing. However there was time for some crafting. What I made in May 2024 First of all I completed the Liberty Star I started last month. It’s such a simple design but really pretty. I didn’t want to make it into a cushion so I’ve left it as a block for now. I would love to stitch it to a top or the back of my denim jacket. I stitched the Floral…

  • RHS Collage the Botanical World 1,000+ Fantastic & Floral Images to Cut Out & Collage
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    {book review} RHS Collage the Botanical

    May 29, 2024 - By 

    The RHS Chelsea Flower Show, organised by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), is one of the most renowned and prestigious gardening events in the world. As well as seeing world-class gardens displays, seek expert advice and workshops, as well as the immersive cultural experience of attending RHS Chelsea, which we were able to do for the first time this year. We are both keen gardeners, and were happy to receive a copy of RHS Collage the Botanical which is published this week. RHS Collage the Botanical World 1,000+ Fantastic & Floral Images to Cut Out & Collage A collage is…

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    Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 502}

    May 26, 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’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 502} Last week my son was away on a school trip to the Costa Brava in Spain. He tried all sorts of different water sports including kayaking, a catamaran, windsurfing and snorkelling.  He had a great time and brought home a huge pile of washing for…

  • a trip to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024
    days out - London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

    A trip to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024

    May 24, 2024 - By 

    Yesterday we booked tickets to attend RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. It’s a place we’ve wanted to visit for years and this was the year. We booked tickets for Thursday and were really thankful we had as day was warm and sunny (not like the days before). We dropped the youngest at school before heading into London for our day out. A trip to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 The RHS, or Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. They aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. We…