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Ultimate Teen Boy Gift Guide Having two teenage boys aged 13 and 14 I know how hard it can be to think of gifts for boys of that age, so I have put together this Ultimate Teen Bo... 06-12-2019 21:47	Craft Stick Snowflake Ornaments I am a sucker for things that glitter and shine and these Craft Stick Snowflake Ornaments look beautiful. A big plus with these is that you donâ€™t n... 04-12-2019 21:46	DIY Recyclable Christmas Gift Wrap DIY Recyclable Christmas Gift Wrap is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. Did you know that not all wrapping paper is recyclable" Where we live i... 01-12-2019 21:50	Christmas Baking With The Family: Our Favourite Sugar Cookie Christmas Baking With The Family: Our Favourite Sugar Cookies Recipe is a paid collaboration with Funky Pigeon. I am a BIG fan of Christmas traditions... 29-11-2019 21:42
Make Sure to Send your Teacher a Thank You Card this Christm Make Sure to Send your Teacher a Thank You Card this Christmas is a paid collaborative post with ThankATeacher.co.uk. Every single day I take my h... 28-11-2019 21:43	The Clueless Parents Guide to TikTok The Clueless Parents Guide to TikTok is a paid collaborative post with TikTok, but all opinions are my own. You can be forgiven for not knowing wha... 26-11-2019 21:45	Simple Paper and Button Christmas Star Decorations These paper and button Christmas Star decorations are so easy to make with children and a lovely invitation to create for over the festive period. To... 25-11-2019 21:45	Free Printable Christmas Star Ornaments with Templates Free Printable Christmas Star Ornaments with Templates is a paid collaborative post with Epson as I am #EpsonAbassador. I wanted to really put the Eco... 25-11-2019 21:45
DIY Mini Plant Pot Reindeer Ornaments These DIY Mini Plant Pot Reindeer Ornaments are such a cute DIY Christmas Craft and perfect for decorating your tree this festive season. Yes, they a... 21-11-2019 21:48	Card and Button Christmas Tree Decorations I am a big fan of simple Christmas crafts and these Card and Button Christmas Tree Decorations certainly fit that bill. Not only do they look amazing... 20-11-2019 21:46	Washi Tape Christmas Baubles with Free Printable These Washi Tape Christmas Baubles with Free Printable are a fabulous Christmas craft to do with kids. Not only are they mess free they look amazing.... 18-11-2019 21:45	Lion King Activity Sheets Enjoy theseÂ Lion King activity sheetsÂ for children, includingÂ Lion KingÂ puzzles, aÂ Lion KingÂ maze, colouring sheets, door hangers and a delightf... 18-11-2019 21:45
Gold and White Air Drying Clay Christmas Decorations We LOVE making our own Christmas Decorations from Air Drying Clay. Each year we add to our ever-growing collection of seasonal decorations with more ... 16-11-2019 21:44	Simple Homemade Christmas Cards for Kids I love making Christmas Cards with children. In a world where fewer people send cards, the act of sending a homemade Christmas card can mean so much.... 15-11-2019 21:46	Amazing Paper Advent Calendars – Opt for the tradition I adore Advent â€“ the whole counting down to Christmas really gets me excited, perhaps that is to do with the fact that I am a Christmas Baby. I have... 06-11-2019 21:44	EcoTank RT-7700 Unboxing and Review ... 28-10-2019 21:54
Simple and Tasty Pumpkin Pancake Recipe This Simple and Tasty Pumpkin Pancake Recipe is a paid collaboration with Touchnote who have teamed up with xpat American Instagrammer ... 26-10-2019 21:44	Treads – School shoes that last Treads â€“ School shoes that last is a collaborative post (they provided me with one free pair and a pair to giveaway). I have never lied about the fa... 25-10-2019 21:44	Teen Bedroom Update Teen Bedroom Update is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. Over the last six months, we have been working on updating Miniâ€™s bedroom. You can se... 24-10-2019 21:45	DIY Halloween Mummy Trick or Treat Bowl DIY Mummy Trick or Treat Bowl is a paid collaboration with HARIBO for the #HariboShareTheScare campaign. Donâ€™t you just love a five minute craft th... 23-10-2019 21:45
Top Tips for Travelling to Orlando For some people, a trip to Orlando is a once in a lifetime trip (I have been once with all my family and once on a press trip with Maxi). Travelling ... 17-10-2019 21:48	DIY braided headband (Alice band) I LOVE a headband, perfect for keeping my wild hair off my face when I work espeically as I donâ€™t like tying it back all the time. Decorative headb... 15-10-2019 21:48	Simple Paper Leaf Garland with Free Printable This paper leaf garland is easy peasy to make, so much so that it is almost embarrassing to do a tutorial for it! I love making simple seasonal decora... 08-10-2019 21:45	Everything you need to know about storing your baby?s stem c Everything you need to know about storing your baby?s stem cells is a paid collaborative post with cells4life.com. Keeping your child safe is the num... 08-10-2019 21:45
LGBTQ-friendly books for Young Children Representation is so important. It not only invites those who identify as LGBTQ an opportunity to be represented â€“ including those who have LGBTQ... 07-10-2019 21:48	10 Fabulous Pear Recipes For the first year since planting our pear tree 11 years ago, we have more than 2 pears, in fact, we have a glut of pears so I have been searching for... 04-10-2019 21:45	Pear and Salted Caramel Blondies There is something amazing and decedent about blondies. We really love them here and these pear and salted caramel blondies are naughty but as they d... 02-10-2019 21:43	Pear and Chocolate Chip Loaf Cake For the first time since we planted our pear tree, we have a glut of pears so I have been busy researching and testing out pear recipes. This Pear an... 30-09-2019 21:47
What to do in Normandy with Teenagers We have just returned from an amazing holiday in Normandy with 4 teenagers aged 13 and 14. So I thought I would share what we did and what they enjoye... 27-09-2019 21:43	Camping in France with Siblu Holidays When you hear the words camping in France what do you think" Canvas, tents, slumming it" Well, I am here to smash your perceptions and tell you why ca... 25-09-2019 21:43	DIY Autumn Paper Leaf Wreath DIY Autumn Paper Leaf Wreath is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. I LOVE decorating for Autumn or Fall depending on which side of the pond you li... 19-09-2019 21:43	Top Tips for Children Starting Senior School Moving from Primary school to senior school can seem like a big step for children and parents alike but there are some ways that as parents we can mak... 28-08-2019 21:44
How To Manage Your Family Finances Managing your family finances efficiently will allow you to live a happy and peaceful life and enjoy financial freedom in the future. Whereas, poorly ... 28-08-2019 21:44	5 Tips for driving with kids in the car Tips for driving with kids in the car is a collaboration with Kwick Fit and their #DrivenToDistraction campaign. It is important to always stay focuse... 22-08-2019 21:42	Peanut Butter Breakfast Bars or Flapjacks Peanut Butter Breakfast Bars or Flapjacks is a paid collaboration with SKIPPY® Peanut Butter. These Peanut Butter Breakfast Bars or Flapjacks are th... 20-08-2019 21:41	Day Out Ideas for the Family Day Out Ideas for the Family is a collaborative post with Jorvik Tricycles. During the summer holidays, it can be incredibly hard to find activities ... 13-08-2019 21:42
Simple ways to save money this summer and still have fun The endless summer days are often a real challenge on a family budget. When you have the children around all day they can be lots of additional expen... 09-08-2019 21:46	Rock Pool Scavenger Hunt or Rock Pool Eye Spy – Free P Who doesnâ€™t love a beach day" Well, make sure you are prepared by printing out our free rock pool scavenger hunt or rock pool eye spy. Living by the... 07-08-2019 21:42	Creating Independence in kids – Solar Buddies Review Creating Independence in Kids â€“ Solar Buddies Review is a collaborative post with Solar Buddies. I LOVE Solar Buddies and was delighted when they co... 05-08-2019 21:49	Tissue Confetti DIY Decorated Photo Frame Tissue Confetti DIY Decorated Photo Frame is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. This is a super simple craft DIY that is a perfect group craft for... 30-07-2019 21:52
Modius Headset Review Back in April, I received a Modius weight loss headset to review and now we are past 3 months in, I wanted to do a full review of the Modius Headset. ... 27-07-2019 21:42	Top 10 tips for capturing your family holiday with a travel Some of the greatest family memories are made when on holiday! Whether you spent the week with the kids on the beach making sandcastles or had an acti... 23-07-2019 21:42	Cod and Pea Fritters or Fishcakes These Cod and Pea Fritters or fishcakes are simple to make in advance, a great way of using up any leftover mash and also taste delicious. They are a... 17-07-2019 21:48	How to make a bubble snake maker We are making the most of the good weather at the moment and trying to make things that we can use in the garden and this bubble snake maker is so fun... 15-07-2019 21:45
Tips to make learning fun at home Tips to make learning fun at home is a collaborative post with Brainwaves. When your kids are at school, they come home accompanied by empty lunc... 09-07-2019 21:43	Child Trackers: The Ultimate Solution to Child Safety Concer Children have busy schedules these days; dance rehearsals, soccer practices, play dates and social activities with friends are common occurrences,... 04-07-2019 21:46	Make your own Fairy House from a Terracotta Pot If you are a fan of magical garden decorations then you will love our fairy house made from a terracotta pot. It is such a simple make but will bring... 04-07-2019 21:46	10 Cool Kids Activities for Hot Days 10 of the best activities for the summer to help your kids beat the heat whilst having a blast. They are fun and fabulous, yes they are cool kids act... 28-06-2019 21:43
How to make Animal-Friendly Pavement Paint Pavement Paint or sidewalk paint is a fabulous homemade paint that will wash away with water and you can make with things that you will find in your k... 27-06-2019 21:42	Free Printable Beach Scavenger Hunt or Beach Eye Spy This free printable beach scavenger hunt or beach eye spy is perfect to give to the kids so you can have a five minute (or more hopefully) sit down. ... 26-06-2019 21:43	Janome Horizon 8200QCP Review I have been using the Janome Horizon 8200QCP for well over a year now and thought that it was about time I did a review. The Memory Craft 8200QCP is ... 25-06-2019 21:55	What parents really need to know about Bronze Duke of Edinbu Maxi is in the throws of his Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award at the moment and as dutiful parents, we have been to all the meetings and tried to be as ... 23-06-2019 21:44
How to make a LEGO Minifigure parachute Do your kids love LEGO" Â Mine do, and this fab LEGO minifigure parachute is simple to make and so much fun to play with both inside and outside. ... 21-06-2019 21:42	DIY Terrazzo Polymer Clay Ring Dish This DIY Terrazzo polymer clay ring dish is a simple way of using up leftover coloured polymer clay. You can really mix things up by using different c... 19-06-2019 21:44	5 Reasons to Choose a Villa for your Next Family Holiday 5 Reasons to Choose a Villa for your Next Family Holiday is a paid collaboration with Clickstay. Before I was a parent my idea of a fabulous holiday ... 17-06-2019 21:47	Creating an Office and Study Space in our Dining Room – One of the things I adore about our home is its flexibility. Over the years I have worked from our kitchen table, the box room upstairs or even the s... 15-06-2019 21:44
DIY Temporary cake stands DIY Temporary cake stands is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. Cake stands make elegant table pieces for a party and making them couldn?t be m... 11-06-2019 21:48	My Modius Journey – 45 Days in This is a paid collaborative post with Modius and have been given a headset for the purposes of this project but if you?re keen to try out Modius for ... 10-06-2019 21:51	Top Garden Trends 2019 For the last 10 years, my garden has been a football pitch, sandpit and vegetable garden. Now that my boysâ€™ are older the garden is back to being a... 06-06-2019 21:45	Being Empowered by Powertools A couple of weeks ago I was invited to Ryobiâ€™s annual conference which is usually only for the companies distributors and I wanted to share it with ... 05-06-2019 21:54
Citroen C5 Aircross: Review This Citroen C5 Aircross Review is a paid collaboration, in association with Citroen. Anyone that knows me will tell you that I do love Citroens. I ... 31-05-2019 21:45	Flooring for Families Today I am passing the blog over to one of my longest blogging pals. Chris Mosler has been blogging about her life with four children and one husband ... 21-05-2019 21:45	A Bedroom fit for Teen Boy Mini turns 13 in June and his bedroom hasnâ€™t been working for him (or me) for quite a while. He moved from the box room to a larger room back in 2... 14-05-2019 21:48	New potato, spring onion & cheddar quiche New potato, spring onion & cheddar quiche is a paid collaborative post with Tesco Jersey Royal Potatoes. There is something amazing about the Jersey... 11-05-2019 21:48
Make your own DIY Vintage Map Tray Make your own DIY Vintage Map Tray is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. Turn a charity shop tray and a vintage map or print into a fabulous perso... 01-05-2019 21:48	Dealing with age-related Rosacea and Redness One of the hardest things for me about aging is the fact that my sin espeically on the checks has developed a redness or rosacea. I have no issue with... 30-04-2019 21:48	Chai Tea Bag Cookies with Free Printable Chai Tea Bag Cookies with Free Printable is a paid collaboration with Bostik. Everyone that knows me will testify to the fact that I love tea. So when... 23-04-2019 21:49	Simple Carrot Easter Wreath Iâ€™m also excited for Easter and springtime decorating and I kept seeing those cute little glitter carrots at the supermarket so decided to make a si... 15-04-2019 21:55
Last Minute Simple Easter Bags – Free Printable Here is a last minute easter project that you are going to love, espeically if you are like me and have forgotten the Easter Goodie Bags. There is no... 13-04-2019 21:48	DIY Applique Monstera Leaf Cushions using The Cricut Maker This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. These DIY Applique Monstera Leaf Cushions ... 10-04-2019 21:53	DIY Painted Terracotta Plant Pots – with Herb Puns DIY Painted Terracotta Plant Pots â€“ with Herb Puns is a paid collaboration with Bostik. If you are anything like me then you will have some of those... 09-04-2019 21:50	Technology giving you Power in Birth, Pregnancy and Beyond Technology giving you Power in Birth, Pregnancy and Beyond is a paid collaberation with Bounty. When I was pregnant 14 years ago smartphones were not ... 08-04-2019 21:49
Easy Vanilla Cupcakes and Icing Easy Vanilla cupcakes and icing is a paid collaborative post with limited edition HARIBO Starmix â€œHunt the Double Yolkerâ€ #HuntTheDoubleYolker. W... 06-04-2019 21:47	Tips for Spring Cleaning your Appliances Tips for Spring Cleaning your appliances is a collaborative post with Bekko. I HATE cleaning but I love a clean house. Yes, I know you can not have o... 04-04-2019 21:50	Win £75 to Spend at Beanbag Bazaar I have a really fab giveaway for you today. I am partnering with the lovely team at Beanbag Bazaar to offer you a prize of £75 to spend at their stor... 03-04-2019 21:49	DIY Customised Umbrella using iron-on vinyl This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. This Iron on Umbrella DIY is a quick proje... 27-03-2019 21:47
Craft-loving kids" Try these three things! Continuing to find inspiration and materials for craft-loving kids can be a challenge, which is why we love these ideas. All three of them ... 26-03-2019 21:46	Chilli with Dips – A Perfect Family Dinner Chilli with Dips â€“ A Perfect Family Dinner is a paid collaboration with McCoy?s Muchos Tortilla Snacks. We love a family meal that brings everyone t... 18-03-2019 21:48	Cricut Maker Review and Unboxing This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. Cricut Maker Review and Unboxing is a coll... 13-03-2019 21:47	Recycled Toilet Roll Easter Bunny Stamp This Recycled Toilet Roll Easter Bunny Stamp will be a massive hit with the kids this Easter. We are big fans of reusing things from recycling contai... 12-03-2019 21:48
DIY Terrazzo Earrings using Leftover Polymer Clay These DIY Terrazzo Earrings are a super simple way of using up leftover polymer clay. They are really fun to make and look fabulous. Plus Terrazzo i... 21-02-2019 21:45	Magnetic Pin Bowl Tutorial Magnetic Pin Bowl Tutorial is a paid collaboration with Bostik. I have been lusting after a magnetic pin bowl for my sewing for ages, but at around £... 17-02-2019 21:49	DIY Butterfly and Flower Fingerprint Mugs DIY Butterfly and Flower Fingerprint Mugs is a paid collaborative post with Homecrafts. I love creating personalised keepsakes with children and these... 11-02-2019 21:46	How to help prevent the Spread of Norovirus 2019 has become the year of the lurgy â€“ yep it is only the February but we have just had our first ever bout of Norovirus and it wasnâ€™t pretty. In... 06-02-2019 21:48
Simple, Easy and Inexpensive Self Care Ideas Me time, self care, self love or whatever you call it is so important. I am regularly reminded by my dear husband that you can not pour from an empty... 01-02-2019 21:45	What Parents should know about Teenagers and Instagram At the end of 2018, I attended a conference at Instagram about Teenagers and social media, specifically teenagers and Instagram. I am not going to lie... 30-01-2019 21:48	How to make DIY Heart Notebooks How to Make DIY Heart Notebooks is a paid collaboration with Bostik. I am a massive stationery and notebook lover and any opportunity to get more is g... 28-01-2019 21:45	Harry Potter Valentines Cards – Free Printables So many people loved the original Harry Potter Valentines card that I designed, so I decided to put my head together with Mini who is a Harry Potter N... 25-01-2019 21:46
Free Printable Harry Potter Valentines Card Free printable Harry Potter Valentineâ€™s card is a paid collaboration with Bostik. Make it a magical valentines day with this fantastic free printabl... 21-01-2019 21:45	Fakeaway slow cooker doner kebab OK I am going to admit I am not a doner kebab person at all, in fact I donâ€™t think I have ever had one â€“ I have tried a little, but I was veggie f... 14-01-2019 21:47	A Luxary Weekend Away at Brompton Lakes – #GuiltFreeMe One of the hardest things about being a mum for me has always been managing the guilt. You knowâ€¦ the ever-present mum guilt that comes as a side or... 14-01-2019 21:47	Fabulous Family Meal planning Ideas Food glorious food. I have a love/hate relationship with feeding my family. I adore cooking when I have time and the inclination but being responsible... 08-01-2019 21:49
Ten Fabulous Free Meal Planning Printables Once a week we sit down as a family and talk about what we loved about that weekâ€™s menu and what we want the following week. Â It has started to bec... 08-01-2019 21:49	Over 50 New years eve crafts and activities for kids Do you let your children bring in the New Year" My boys are now ten and nine and try to stay up until Midnight, but never make it! We have a small c... 30-12-2018 21:43	How to make a Scandinavian Inspired Braided Christmas Wreath I love a wreath, I think they are a great way to show your personality through decorations and I also love making them. This Scandinavian inspired bra... 21-12-2018 21:45	Make your Own Homemade Christmas Crackers I am a big fan of Christmas Crackers, I love the excitement and anticipation of pulling a cracker at Christmas. So why not make Christmas Day go with ... 20-12-2018 21:45
Decorating with Teens – Life Skills Decorating with Teens is a paid collaboration with Dulux Easycare. One of my aims as a parent is to give my children life skills. One of those is dec... 18-12-2018 21:44	Fingerprint Christmas Tree Ornament – Air Drying Clay What is not to like about this fingerprint Christmas tree ornament made from air drying clay" Anyone that knows me will tell you I am a big lover of c... 13-12-2018 21:47	How to choose a family-friendly villa in Bali How to choose a family-friendly villa in Bali is paid collaborative post. So, you?ve got your tickets booked â€“ you are coming to Bali this next holi... 10-12-2018 21:43	Five Festive Cleaning Hacks Festive Cleaning Hacks is a paid post in collaboration with Regina Blitz as part of their #TheChristmasClean and #TheStressofMess campaign. Does gett... 10-12-2018 21:43

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