As you know, we love to give handmade gifts at Christmas. I wanted to share our homemade gingerbread fudge recipe with you. This is so easy to make in just 10 minutes, with about 2 hours to chill in the fridge. The recipe makes approximately 15 delicious pieces. To make your own gingerbread fudge you…
Shift Your Online Dating Game to the Next Level, and Then Some
Disclosure – this is a guest post Online dating apps are all about putting your best, photogenic foot forward. One that captures the essence of who you are, what you do, and what interests you. And as the saying goes, “A picture says a thousand words.” That is why it is so important for you…
The Enchanted Christmas Treasury
Ever since the children were born we’ve enjoyed reading festive books at Christmas. I started a Book Advent for them when they were born (you’re never too young to enjoy a book!) and we’ve carried on the tradition ever since. I love updating the books as the children get older. This year we are delighted…
Five Happy Things {Week 473}
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. This 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 our family adventures. It’s a post I love to sit down and write. Five…
Poppy Fields at Winchester Cathedral
We were lucky enough to spend the week in the pretty little city of Winchester. The kids have a two week half term so we went away for the second week and took the dog. We stayed in a quirky Grade 2 listed cottage on Beggars Lane which was a short walk into the centre…
7 Key Factors to Consider When Selecting Your Next Beach Towel
When you’re gearing up for a perfect beach day with the kids, what’s the one item you can’t forget? That’s right – it’s your trusty beach towel! You choose it, but have you ever given it much thought? Yes, there is more to choosing a beach towel than just looking at how pretty it is….
DIY cleaning solutions for personalised calendars
In the age of digital convenience, the charm of a printed calendar remains unmatched, especially when it’s a personalised one that reflects your unique style and preferences. Creating a calendar can be a rewarding and creative endeavour, allowing you to craft a schedule that suits your life. However, as time passes and pages flip, these…
October crafting
October was a busy month for us. With the kids back at school and settled I applied for a new job – and got it! Thankfully I only had to give one weeks’ notice. I found I turned to crafting to help keep me focused on the interview as I really wanted the job. I…
Five Happy Things {Week 472}
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. This 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 our family adventures. It’s a post I love to sit down and write….









