Go With The Throw
Before Christmas we were working with Laura Ashley, who challenged some bloggers to use their Shaldon Stripe or Tartan Cranberry throws in a non-conventional way. My 6yr old was pretty creative with it when I wasn’t looking, but actually the very best use we found for the throw was the kind that involved fires, movies and sofas. Lovely. Laura Ashley have now posted what everyone else did in their Go With the Throw Challenge...
The YHA Sale – have you looked? Save up to 50% on Great Escapes!
It may still be cold and dark, but summer is on its way, and our friends at YHA want to help you and your family experience the UK for less this year with up to 50% off family rooms! YHA have a huge variety of locations all across England and Wales, from medieval castles to country houses, even eco-friendly camping pods and shepherd’s huts! Many locations have their own cafes and restaurants, or you can self-cater to make your holiday...
Jamie Oliver Funky Knife Set – SALE!
Brilliant! Not only are they great knives, but it’s so easy to spot them in the drawer! And at this price, how can we say no? Jamie Oliver Funky Knife set, reduced from £25 to a peel under £9 in Argos now.
Laura Ashley Tartan Throw – I failed the challenge, but I don’t really care because it’s Just Perfect
When Laura Ashley challenged us to find a ‘different’ use for one of their throws, I immediately said yes. I mean – it’s an amazing soft, cotton-mix throw, how hard could it be. Well. I admit it. I failed. We thought we’d use it for star-gazing; but it has rained solidly for a week. We could have used it for a dolls tea-party. We could have allowed the 6yr old to make a den with it. I thought about...
Fabulous vintage-style dress for Christmas!
It’s so prettyyyyyy. When I came across 20th Century Foxy, I actually squeaked and ooh-ed loud enough to make people wonder what I was looking at. I love love LOVE them. It’s an online boutique selling vintage reproduction clothing from the golden era of style – the 1930s, 40s and 50s. British designer, British-made… and oozing style and quality. So when they offered to send me a dress to try out I leaped at...
Traditional Red & Gold Ribbon – Pre-Christmas Shopping
If there’s one thing I LOVE it’s making the presents look achingly PRETTY! Loving this ribbon set from Lakeland – one box with all the ribbon you need for the presents, and probably some left over for the table, the cake, and the gift food items you made. You can see the various designs and widths – they all come in the easy-access dispenser boxes and you actually get six 4m (13′) lengths. The Red &...