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…
What I made in March 2024
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…
Cutting Costs While Travelling as a Big Family
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…
Five Happy Things {Week 493}
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…
The Stitch Festival 2024
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…
Crafting Cashflow: Passive Income Ideas Tailored for Artistic Entrepreneurs
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…
Why I failed to complete a 365 embroidery wheel
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….
Five Happy Things {Week 492}
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…
Why You Should Not Skip Your Car Servicing
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…








