Mumpreneurs? This is what Staples had to say…
Oct05

Mumpreneurs? This is what Staples had to say…

You probably noticed that earlier in the week a got a le-e-e-tle bit riled up about the use of the word Mumpreneur. It looked a bit like this…   Well, it was triggered by a few companies who all happened to land in my inbox in the space of half an hour – and Staples was one of them, for running a ‘Mumpreneur of the Year 2012’ competition in conjunction with Netmums. It’s actually a totally fantastic...

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Mumpreneurs My Arse.
Oct02

Mumpreneurs My Arse.

Today I have received three different emails, from three different sources, all along the same theme. And all three had me grinding my teeth in an attractive snarly fashion. The first? “Staples® UK is today launching their search to find the ‘Mumpreneur of the Year’ in partnership with Netmums.” The second, which landed just a few minutes later? “Nectar Business… recently held their Small Business Awards and I...

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Review – Mac & Ninny Bookplates from The Wise House
Sep28

Review – Mac & Ninny Bookplates from The Wise House

Bookplates. I love them. I always have done. As a  child, opening up a book and seeing the official ‘This is MINE!’ sticker was always brilliant (maybe because I was the last of four, and very little actually was ‘mine’, most things were my sisters first…). So when The Wise House sent these Mac & ninny bookplates to review, I couldn’t resist them. They’re GORGEOUS! And much nicer than I...

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How to make a foam crown
Sep23

How to make a foam crown

  Be the King or Queen of the castle with this easy to make and fun crown design. Thanks to Stacey from cutfoam who offer foam cut to size. Both boys and girls will enjoy making and decorating these crowns. Making this out of foam means it is very comfortable to wear. The jewels and sequins can be bought from any craft shop.   You will need: One large sheet of foam Elastic Wooden skewer Jewels and/or sequins for decoration...

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Brilliant ‘Make a Ruffle Rug Kit’ – half price!
Sep05

Brilliant ‘Make a Ruffle Rug Kit’ – half price!

Just spotted these brilliant kits over on Play Merrily at half price. They look brilliant, and I’m itching to have a go! Reduced to £12.50, it’s a brilliant activity for wet afternoons – and even when it’s done, you can get great use out of the cheery rug you made! Ruffle Rug kit available over at Play Merrily for £12.50

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Is it me, or is there something wrong with this picture?
Sep04

Is it me, or is there something wrong with this picture?

This is a bikini. For young girls aged TWO to EIGHT. *sigh* I know this subject of age-inappropriate clothing has been done to death… but really? I’d probably have a pink fit if my 14 yr old daughter wanted to wear this to the beach. But put my 6 yr old in it? No, I don’t think so. This is NOT a young girls style, is it? Why on earth would a reputable and stylish childrenswear company think that this was something...

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