The Polar Express Experience? I won’t risk it.
Like most families, we take our Christmas rather seriously. We have a LOT of family traditions and rituals which must be observed, and make it as magical and special a time as we possibly can. We’re very big on the magic. One of the Christmas-is-really-coming! markers for us is the annual Christmas Film Fest – we get all the Christmas DVD’s out during December, and have regular family film nights with all of our...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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