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DIY Christmas decor – Snowy pom-pom letters mantlepiece display
With Christmas fast approaching in only 3 weekend’s time, my latest DIY project is a rather festive one indeed. Yes, I’ve got my glue gun out again and I’ve been busy attaching pom-poms to anything...
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Pieday Friday – 12 days of Christmas recipe round-up
I thought I’d share round-up of my favourite festive recipes this Pieday Friday. The idea was to get you in the mood for all the Christmas baking to come but, in fact, I’ve actually started craving...
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Have you got your festive knit ready for Christmas Jumper Day?
I know I have. Well, every day in December is Christmas jumper day for me… but I’m talking about the official Christmas Jumper Day with a capital C, J and D. This year, Save the Children’s annual...
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No wifi for the weekend
When was the last time that you went offline? For me, it’s probably been years. Ever since I got my first smart phone I’ve not had a day away from the internet. Well, when you’re carrying a computer in...
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DIY Christmas decor – Candy cane chair project
This month I’ve been busier than an elf in Santas workshop – yes, I’ve been DIYing lots of festive projects ready to share with you on the blog this December. And what better way to kick off the...
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DIY Christmas decor – Snowy pom-pom letters mantlepiece display
With Christmas fast approaching, my latest DIY project is a rather festive one indeed. Yes, I’ve got my trusty glue gun out again and I’ve been busy attaching pom-poms to anything that stays still!...
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Pieday Friday – How to make crisps in the microwave + tasty flavour combinations
Oh my goodness, it’s Christmas next weekend. How did that happen? I feel like I’m not entirely ready for it yet so want to get a move on with planning my recipes for the festive period. I shared a...
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Guest Post – 3 Handmade Christmas gift ideas
Shopping for Christmas gifts need not be an expensive activity, in fact it it an opportunity for a having little thrifty fun. It’s often the case that the best presents are not very expensive, but are...
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Top Winter Hat Tips – We’ve Got You Covered
It’s time to bundle up for winter but first use your head about what’s covering your head. All winter gear isn’t created equally. Here is what you need to know to help you stay snug and warm this...
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Round-up of my festive craft projects – there’s still time to make these...
I don’t know about you, but I’m about ready to hibernate for the whole of the Christmas period. Many of us are finishing work early this week and taking a few days to relax and finish off some festive...
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How to add festive decorations in every room of the house
Christmas is here again, bringing with it the dark nights, frosty mornings and frozen noses. Have you already decorated your home for Christmas? I bet your tree is up and the fairy lights are...
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Homemade Christmas presents – Two teddy bears
What do you get for your niece and nephew when you’re the coolest aunt in the world? Why, handmade teddy bears, of course! It’s a project that has been six months in the making and now the bears are...
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The 12th Night & a 1967 Sprite caravan decorated for Christmas
Ahh it’s nearly time to take down those festive decorations and get your home back to ‘normal’ – whatever that is! Apparently decorations should be taken down by the “12th night”, although there seems...
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Books, books, books – What I got for Christmas & first impressions
I guess I was quite adamant when I said I only wanted books for Christmas, huh? Because that’s what I got – and piles of ’em! So you can imagine how thrilled I am to start the new year with a stack of...
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DIY Neon sign for parties & weddings
I’ve made my first ever neon sign. It’s going to take pride of place in my office in a few months time but I couldn’t wait for all the decorating to be done before showing you the project. It took just...
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DIY photobooth props for weddings and parties
This has to be the quickest DIY project I’ve ever done. I don’t even have a step-by-step guide to share with you. But I do have some before and after photos so you can see just how effective this easy...
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Feeling the cold – Cosy gift ideas
Do you know someone who always seems to be chilly? The spouse who turns up the thermostat in the middle of summer. The family member who wears three pairs of socks, and the friend who’s never without a...
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Christmas decorations – The top two trends for 2017
Looking for ideas to decorate your home this Christmas to get into the festive spirit? I’ve been doing my research (early, of course!) and I found some fantastic tips from Personalised Gifts Shop....
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3 Inexpensive upcycling projects to warm up your home this winter
The arrival of autumn and the festive season has got me thinking about making a few tweaks to my living space to create cosy interior. So, while you’re putting up Christmas decorations all over your...
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Low-cost (and free!) festive days out in East Anglia
There’s nothing I love more at this time of year than filling up my weekends with festive fun. There are so many fantastic events taking place around East Anglia this year that I could easily double-...
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