• How to make a cushion for your tablet
    Crafts for adults - Handmade gifts

    How to make a cushion for your tablet

    June 8, 2022 - By 

    I love making handmade gifts. If you enjoy baking or crafting then it seems the natural step to make something using those skills. When we recently visited friends my daughter whipped up a batch of dog biscuits to take, and I love that she is so thoughtful and resourceful. Handmade gifts are fun to make because you can be mindful both in the process and in the giving. I’ve always found crafting such a relaxing hobby and today I wanted to share our DIY tablet cushion. My children love their screen time and I’m going to show you how to…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy Things {Week 399}

    June 6, 2022 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. 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. Monday Happy Things {Week 399} We had a lovely half term and were fortunate to spend a few days on the Isle of Wight. The weather was amazing and we had some great days out. We found an amazing Platinum Jubilee…

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    Little London buildings bunting

    June 4, 2022 - By 

    I’m not quite sure how long I’ve had this cute Little London bunting set but it seemed the perfect make to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. Our street is taking part in The Big Jubilee Lunch as part of the official celebrations for HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend – 2-5 June 2022 – and The Big Lunch will once again kick start a whole Month of Community. Our street has great community spirit and it seemed only natural that we would come together to celebrate this special weekend. As well as a delicious afternoon tea, we’ll be celebrating with prizes…

  • Family Life

    Why Junior ISAs are an ideal coming of age gift

    May 31, 2022 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a sponsored post Across different cultures, coming of age is celebrated in many ways and sometimes at different ages – a Bat and Bar Mitzvah being celebrated at age 12 and 13. In the UK a gift representing a key is usually given for someone’s 21st birthday, however the symbolic gesture is becoming increasingly common for 18th birthday celebrations too. Traditionally, the key was to signify trust in a child for leaving and coming back to the family as pleased; freedom. Or another tradition was the child leaving the family home for their own. Today, most…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy Things {Week 398}

    May 30, 2022 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. 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. Monday Happy Things {Week 398} I made a delicious batch of scones which we enjoyed with jam and cream. I love baking and this seemed like a great after school treat for my children. My daughter drew a picture for Queen…

  • Exploring Walpole Park with kids
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    Exploring Walpole Park with kids

    May 28, 2022 - By 

    A few weeks ago we found ourselves with a free afternoon in west London. Pitzhangar Manor had been on our list for a while and we decided to go and explore Walpole Park in Ealing. Exploring Walpole Park with kids Walpole Park is in the London Borough of Ealing.  It’s located at the edge of Ealing Broadway behind Pitzhanger Manor House. We were lucky to get a parking space outside and walk through the impressive gates at the front of Pitzhanger Manor House. The House was once the early 19th-century country home of Sir John Soane, and is now a museum…

  • How to make an easy dog bandana
    Crafts for adults

    How to make an easy dog bandana

    May 26, 2022 - By 

    Since our dog came along he has turned our lives upside down – in a good way. We all love him and enjoy making games for him, baking homemade treats, and even dressing him up. He loves wearing a bandana and I thought it was about time I made one for him rather than buying them. I have so much fabric and a sewing machine, which is all I really needed! Easy dog bandana equipment: Two pieces of contrasting fabric Sewing machine Scissors How to make an easy dog bandana I found some fun London themed fabric in my stash…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy Things {Week 397}

    May 23, 2022 - By 

    Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. 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. Monday Happy Things {Week 397} Both the children were away camping so our Friday night was very quiet. We decided to watch Top Gun as we’re hoping to go and watch Top Gun: Maverick soon. Did you know it came out…

  • Win a puzzle from Jigsaw Avenue
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    Win a puzzle from Jigsaw Avenue

    May 22, 2022 - By 

    The other day I told you all about Jigsaw Avenue,  who create unique poster-like designs inspired from contemporary art. We find puzzles are a great family activity and something we enjoy doing together. We had fun with the Paris jigsaw from their Cities range, a 1000 piece puzzle, featuring a cool collage style. These puzzles will give you the much needed brain break from screens, relieving stress and making something that looks good in the process. Even the box itself is a decorative object fit for display on your coffee table or bookshelf. Each puzzle contains all the pieces stored…