• Christmas tree Skittles experiment for kids
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    Christmas tree Skittles experiment for kids

    November 21, 2021 - By 

    Although we’re not yet in December we couldn’t resist a little Christmas experiment this weekend. My daughter loved experimenting with Skittles and we had fun experimenting with the classic Skittles experiment, and adapting it for a little Halloween science too. We thought it would work just as well for Christmas so designed a Christmas tree Skittles experiment for kids. Christmas tree Skittles experiment for kids You don’t need much equipment. Just a big bag of Skittles, a white plate, and a jug of cold water. You could also grab a timer if you want to time how quickly the colour…

  • Easy Gingerbread Man bookmark for kids
    Crafts for kids - gingerbread

    Easy Gingerbread Man bookmark for kids

    November 18, 2021 - By 

    I love counting down to Christmas. Our house is full of gingerbread houses to build and decorate, new crafts to try and of course, a tree to buy and decorate. I’m always on the look out for easy crafts for the kids to do, especially after school when we all need some craft time.  Gingerbread Man bookmark for kids Supplies: Colourful card – we used brown, pink, white, red, green and blue Pencil Ruler Scissors Marker pens Glue Craft sticks Free gingerbread man pdf template Make an easy Gingerbread Man bookmark for kids: Gather your supplies and print out the…

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    Best workouts to gain muscle

    November 16, 2021 - By 

    A lot of people work out to lose weight and tone their bodies but some people exercise with the intent to gain weight and build as much muscle mass as possible. Gaining weight might sound easy for some of us, but it can actually be very challenging, especially if you are trying to build significant amounts of muscle and not just increase your overall weight. How long should your training last? To gain muscle mass you should carry out short, intensive training sessions that last no longer than an hour. Whilst weightlifting you spend the reserves of carbs and glycone…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy Things {Week 370}

    November 15, 2021 - 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 write. Monday Happy Things {Week 370} Last week felt really busy with the Bichon Frise puppy celebrating his second birthday and my last day at work. I received some beautiful flowers and chocolates and felt sad saying my goodbyes after 4 years there. However I am so…

  • 2021 Gingerbread Gift Guide 
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    2021 gingerbread gift guide

    November 14, 2021 - By 

    I’ve been a huge fan of gingerbread for as long as I can remember. Every year I love to source gingerbread items to try at home with the family. This year I haven’t managed to find as many gingerbread themed items as previous years. However, I thought I would publish now and add any more products I find later. So far I’ve picked up quite a few gingerbread house kits, gingerbread biscuits and even gingerbread flavoured chocolate. My Gingerbread Gift Guide 2021 features the best gingerbread kits and more, all of which make the perfect gift. 2021 Gingerbread Gift Guide…

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    The 12 Days of Christmas by Poppy Alexander {book tour}

    November 13, 2021 - By 

    Today it is my turn to take part in The 12 Days of Christmas blog tour. The book was published earlier this week and to celebrate lots of book reviewers will be sharing their thoughts about it. I love a festive book and I loved a previous book by the author, Poppy Alexander, The 12 Days of Christmas by Poppy Alexander From the author who brought you the The Littlest Library and 25 Days in December, it’s the most magical time of the year… For the first time in ten years, Freya is back in the little village of Middlemass…

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    Win an Advent Calendar Puzzle from Wentworth Puzzles

    November 11, 2021 - By 

    I am so excited for December 1st to arrive. Advent is a wonderful time of year and I love watching my kids enjoy their Advent calendars which help them count down the days to Christmas. Every year we seem to discover more and more types of Advent calendar. They are a great way to make the days in December and my children usually enjoy a chocolate calendar as well as one which contains a toy or small activity. This year we were introduced to the wonderful idea of a jigsaw puzzle advent calendar from Wentworth Puzzles. The Santa’s Workshop Advent…

  • The Eco-Christmas Craft
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    The Eco-Christmas Craft Book {book review}

    November 9, 2021 - By 

    This is a great time of year. Our weekends are full with fun plans and we have Christmas to look forward to (hopefully a normal one this year). I always start my Christmas planning in September as I like to be able to save money and make lots of handmade gifts. I was delighted to receive a copy of The Eco-Christmas Craft Book: 30 stylish festive projects that won’t hurt the planet by Marrianne Miall to review. The Eco-Christmas Craft Book If you love Christmas, you’ll love this book! It’s the perfect antidote to the traditional tinsel and glitter that…

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    Monday Happy List

    Monday Happy Things {Week 369}

    November 8, 2021 - 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 write. Monday Happy Things {Week 369} The weather was so cold last week that we spent a lot of time at home. We binge watched 9 Perfect Strangers which I thought was pretty good. I also finished The 12 Days of Christmas by Poppy Alexander and am…