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Tag: Little Sis

What I’m reading: Jane Foster Creative Craft with Kids

Posted on March 8, 2015March 9, 2015 by jenny

A few weeks ago I treated myself to a copy of Jane Foster’s latest book – Creative Craft with Kids. I’m a big fan of Jane Foster’s style (she loves Miffy as much as I do!) and I really enjoyed her first book. Creative Craft With Kids is the second book from Jane Foster and…

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First steps in customising clothing

Posted on February 8, 2015August 4, 2020 by jenny

I mentioned the other day how I really want to try some dress making. I have started with some simple steps in customising clothing – baby steps first! What would an English Paper Piecing obsessed mother make for her daughter? Yes, EPP hearts for Valentine’s Day. Simple Liberty heart-shaped patch I found a super sweet…

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Sofia the First 12-piece Cube Puzzle

Posted on February 4, 2015February 4, 2015 by jenny

Little Sis was offered a new-to-her type of puzzle to review – the Sofia the First 12-piece Cube Puzzle, featuring six designs of Sofia with animals, fairies and friends. It’s simple and colourful and comes stored in a plastic carry case, making it perfect for travel. The cubes are also easily washable. Have you ever…

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Little Sis turns 3

Posted on November 30, 2014August 23, 2018 by jenny

On Friday my beautiful daughter turned 3. The day went by in a bit of a whizz, that’s an understatement, I didn’t sit down til about 8pm. I wanted to document her day as my blog is as much about my children as it is about me any more! After a small lie-in she woke…

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Disney Princess My Magical Secret Book

Posted on November 14, 2014April 8, 2017 by jenny

I hope you noticed the new shiny badge over there on the right? I’ve been recruited by KD UK (formerly InspirationWorks). They make electronic learning toys based on popular children’s characters, think Peppa Pig, Fireman Sam, Disney Princess, In the Night Garden, as well as a few of their own brand lines. My nearly 3 year…

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Classic Tiny Tears Interactive review

Posted on October 14, 2014July 22, 2015 by jenny

You’ve probably guessed I have a huge amount of nostalgia for my own childhood and toys. I would have kept all my old toys if I could for my own children to play with and enjoy. I loved my dolls and my daughter does too. When I was 4 I remember receiving a doll for…

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Gup Speeders Octopod Launcher review

Posted on October 8, 2014December 14, 2014 by jenny

My lucky daughter was the recipient of the new Fisher Price Gup Speeders Octopod Launcher toy. She loves watching the Octonauts on cBeebies so I knew she would enjoy this toy. The Octonauts follows a team of animated adventure heroes who dive into action whenever there is trouble under the sea. In a fleet of aquatic vehicles,…

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5 essential items for a Frozen birthday party

Posted on September 2, 2014August 25, 2024 by jenny

I mentioned the other day that I’ve been planning my daughter’s birthday party which will have a Frozen theme. She’s absolutely obsessed, to the point she has to wear her Frozen tshirts and jumpers every day! Fortunatley for her, Tiger Feet Party were able to send us some items for her Frozen birthday party –…

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Reluctant Potty Training

Posted on August 9, 2014March 8, 2024 by jenny

The title of my post might seem vaguely familiar if you are a regular reader of my blog. This time last year I was potty training my son, fast forward 12 months and I find myself doing it all again with his little sister. We have books, a potty, Big Girl pants and now a…

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