In around 144 days time, if I stick to my one-a-day rule, I should have 144 granny squares ready to assemble into a blanket. I’ve wanted to get to grips with crochet for ages, mainly inspired by my clever friend…
I ♥ You Because…
Our advent calendar is down (though not the rest of the decorations yet) because I saw a great idea on Pinterest and couldn’t wait to do my own version on our blackboard wall. My lovely husband cooked us an amazing…
{How To} Make an advent calendar with a difference
This post is rather out of sync I’m afraid – it should really have been posted back at the beginning of December but it was such a scrabble to even get a calendar sorted in time, that posting about it…
{How To} Display kids’ Christmas artwork
Having written previously about how I’m rather particular about my Christmas tree, I’ve been left wondering what to do with the copious amounts of Christmas crafts and artwork the twins produce during the festive season. Inspired by an idea for…
{How To} Make an outdoor light tree
For years I have lusted after this gorgeous Light Tree Tower from Cox and Cox, but at £130 I’ve never been able to justify it. This summer, when we grew runner beans on wigwam canes it gave me an idea…
Step away from the tree
Normally I like to think this blog is all about finding ways to embrace living with young kids, but sometimes I’m happy to admit defeat. And when it comes to decorating my Christmas tree, it’s a whole different ball game….
The finishing off
What is it with finishing things off? I was going to bemoan the fact that my lovely husband, despite being very handy and generally a DIY superstar, never ever finishes off a project. But now I’ve got to thinking about…
{Review} Why we love the Stokke Tripp Trapp
Disclaimer: We received two Stokke Tripp Trapps free of charge for the purposes of this review, but all opinions expressed are my own.
{Soft Spot} Marks & Spencer
A folksy feel and bursting with bright colour and pattern. Makes it a winner in my book. Caravan Crewel cushion, £25, Marks & Spencer.
Design according to toddlers
There’s one room in our house that we haven’t touched yet. Like an homage to the 1970s when the house was built, the family bathroom is a shining example of 1970s design. Despite looking terrible, it’s sort of functional, so…
Welcome to an award-winning blog
You may remember a few months ago, when I begged asked you very nicely to vote in the MAD Blog Awards. These are a big deal in the parent blogging community, with 3,600 blogs taking part and over 52,000 nominations,…
Me, myself and organising
Last week I had an extremely rare weekend on my own. No husband, no kids and no plans whatsoever. Coming at the end of a manic few months of work, I didn’t want to tackle anything too strenuous as basically…