My poor daughter has one of those special names which are never found on pencils, rubbers, notebooks or magnets. Whenever she sees a giftshop she always looks out for something with her name on – but never finds anything! Her name is beautiful and uncommon but I always feel a little sad for her that…
Are you looking for inspiration for your next craft project? Ticket lines are now open for The Knitting & Stitching Show London which takes place at Alexandra Palace (affectionately known as Ally Pally) from 11th-15th October 2017. This unique show is the biggest event for the UK’s textile art, craft and design community and there…
We love learning about the wider world. My kids love to find out about other cultures and traditions and especially food! Monthly subscription boxes are a great way to learn a little about new products so we were delighted to be sent a Japan Candy Box to review at home. We’ve tried a few Japan Candy…
10, 9, 8 … Owls Up Late! Ten cheeky, bouncy, noisy owls are playing in a tree. It’s bedtime, but they’re having far too much fun to go to sleep! Uh-oh. Will Mummy Owl ever convince all her little owlets to fly down to the nest? Ideal for children who like the owlets are reluctant…
My children were both happy to go back to school today. Yesterday there were a few nerves but today they were both happy and relaxed, and there were no tears from me either! Although they are back at school I’m hoping we’ll have a warm September. I’m not quite ready to pack away all our…
My children love picture books and we were recently sent one with a bit of a difference. Little Tiger Press have recently published Wilfred and Olbert’s Totally Wild Chase by Lomp. Not only is this a fantastic picture book but it’s also a puzzle and activity book which keeps kids occupied for hours. Wilfred and Olbert’s…
Yesterday was spent buying school shoes and this morning I was stitching on name labels. I even ordered the hot dinners for my daughter who is going into Year 1. I’m feeling pretty pleased with myself as I hate having to rush around and do everything last minute. Being prepared means we can spend the…
Are you having a good summer so far? The weather has been a little underwhelming but it hasn’t stopped us from having some great family adventures. We’ve enjoyed loads of days out and had lots of picnics – sometimes sheltering from the rain in the car! Last week we were trying out Mr Kipling’s new…
Meet the Yoga Babies in much-loved household name Fearne Cotton’s debut picture book. Sometimes life is busy and tricky, but not to worry! Yoga can help everyone chill out. Follow these babies big and small as they practise yoga at home, in the garden and before bedtime, then you can have a go at home,…