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    Monday Happy List

    Sunday Happy Things {Week 436}

    February 19, 2023 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while although now I’m moved it to Sunday. It’s a chance for me 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 always love to sit down and write. Sunday Happy Things {Week 436} Last week was half term and we were all looking forward to a break and spending some time together. We enjoyed a few days away at an amazing airbnb in Gosport…

  • Exploring Portsmouth Dockyard with kids
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    Exploring Portsmouth Dockyard with kids

    February 18, 2023 - By 

    Portsmouth Dockyard or Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is made up of a number of different attractions, including HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose Museum. We thought it sounded like a great place to explore with the kids and spent a few days exploring Portsmouth Dockyard with kids. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is an area of HM Naval Base Portsmouth which is open to the public. It contains several historic buildings and ships. We found the ticket options really complicated but the kids used their Blue Peter badges for free entry whilst we purchased annual passes. These tickets included all the…

  • Homecoming by Kate Morton {book review}
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    Homecoming by Kate Morton {book review}

    February 17, 2023 - By 

    I discovered the author Kate Morton a few years ago when I read The Clockmakers Daughter and I’ve never looked back. She is one of my favourite authors and I always look forward to her latest book. Thanks to NetGalley I was able to read an advanced copy of her new book, Homecoming. I finished it in a few days! Homecoming by Kate Morton {book review} Adelaide Hills, Christmas Eve, 1959. At the end of a scorching hot day, beside a creek in the grounds of a grand and mysterious mansion, a local delivery man makes a terrible discovery. A…

  • Win tickets to The Creative Craft Show in Birmingham
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    Win tickets to The Creative Craft Show in Birmingham

    February 15, 2023 - By 

    As it’s National Embroidery Month I am excited to have another wonderful giveaway to share with you today – you can win tickets to The Creative Craft Show in Birmingham featuring Sewing for Pleasure and Fashion & Embroidery. We’ve teamed up with the organisers of The Creative Craft Show Birmingham to offer you the chance to win a pair of tickets to the fantastic crafting extravaganza incorporating three creative shows. Taking place at the NEC from 16th – 19th March 2023, visitors will be treated to expert exhibitors from across the country selling the latest supplies, inspirational features and a…

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    Monday Happy List

    Sunday Happy Things {Week 435}

    February 12, 2023 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while although now I’m moved it to Sunday. It’s a chance for me 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 always love to sit down and write. Sunday Happy Things {Week 435} Last week I managed to finish my beautiful Liberty London puzzle I received at Christmas. Liberty’s 750-piece puzzle takes the shape of the iconic Tudor flagship building, featuring chimney stacks, stained…

  • Win 1 of 2 Fat Quarter Sets
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    Win 1 of 2 Fat Quarter sets

    February 11, 2023 - By 

    Are you making anything at the moment? I had a burst of energy earlier in the month and have now fallen into a bit of a slump, searching for my next project. For the last few years I’ve been keeping a list of my crafty projects on the homepage of my blog. It helps remind me of all the craft kits I have (so I definitely don’t need to buy any more!) and I love to see them crossed off over the year. As it’s currently National Embroidery Month I wanted to offer my readers the chance to win 1…

  • Easy Liberty sleep mask tutorial
    Crafts for adults - Handmade gifts

    Easy Liberty sleep mask tutorial

    February 9, 2023 - By 

    I love to make home accessories and can’t resist using my favourite Liberty fabrics. Not only are they beautiful and go with everything, they also wash really well! I wanted to make a pretty sleep mask and used some gorgeous florals. Liberty sleep mask tutorial equipment: Two pieces of Liberty fabric Wadding Piece of elastic Free sleep mask template  Sewing machine Scissors Easy Liberty sleep mask tutorial I chose two fabrics from my stash of Liberty fabrics. I placed the sleep mask template on top of the fabric and cut round it with both pieces of fabric. I placed one…

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    Monday Happy List

    Sunday Happy Things {Week 434}

    February 5, 2023 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while although now I’m moved it to Sunday. It’s a chance for me 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 always love to sit down and write. Sunday Happy Things {Week 434} I’ve been making anything I can to celebrate National Embroidery Month. I pulled out all the February themed craft boxes I had and have been stitching them. So far I’ve…

  • Macramé Jewellery {book review}
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    Macramé Jewellery {book review}

    February 2, 2023 - By 

    I love to share the books I’ve been reading. I’ve read some great fiction which I’ve been sharing but today I have a gorgeous craft book to share. I recently mentioned I had tried macramé for the first time. What is macramé? Macramé is a form of textile produced using knotting techniques. It’s been around for a long time and uses string or macramé cord. It’s done by hand which makes it a great, mindful craft. Macramé Jewellery {book review} I really enjoyed trying macramé recently. It’s fun to try something new and I liked the idea that you can…