We love homewares at the farm and, if there is a farm theme, it is not only essential, it is usually much coveted too. When Quirky Cows got in touch to see if I would like to review some of their delightful pieces, I admit it, I squealed in delight. Set up by Sharron Russell … [Read more…]
Forget kids not coming with a manual, they also don’t come with stain remover. It would be so handy if, as you walked through the hospital doors, a nice midwife could hand you a tub of Vanish because, believe me, you will need it. Milk doesn’t stain because it is white right? Well, not if … [Read more…]
It’s only 15 weeks until Christmas, Sorry to scare you. For most of us, that’s only four, maybe five pay days. How do you fancy winning £750 worth of vouchers for the likes of Boots, Toys R Us, Amazon and Early Learning Centre? Your Christmas shopping would be sorted. Well, thanks to Betta Living, you … [Read more…]
When you think of nostalgic sweets from your child hood what do you think of? Refreshers? Drumstick lollies? I also think of Love Hearts. They really are an iconic British sweet and, with Refreshers and Drumsticks, amongst others, are made at the magical Swizzels Matlow factory in the beautiful Peak District, Derbyshire. This year, … [Read more…]
There’s nothing I love more than mummy-porn. Don’t avert your eyes, it’s ok. I’m, talking about prams, nursery furniture and the like. I can’t get enough. The next Baby and Toddler show is happening in Bluewater, Kent, 25th to 27th of April. I have been a constant visitor to their show in Manchester, torturing myself … [Read more…]
Who doesn’t love Advent calendars? What other time of year is it ok, nay encouraged, to eat chocolate at breakfast? If you’re looking for something a bit deeper though, I may have something for you. I have a copy of Countdown to Christmas By Juliet David and Illustrated by Paul Nicholls to give … [Read more…]
