Thrifty venue decor & wedding planning hacks
Easy DIY party decor projects
Party ideas & yummy cakes
Theme ideas & DIY decoration projects
Fun day trips on a budget
Fun with your friends – decor, drinks & games
Romantic date night ideas & homemade gifts
Money-saving tips for stay-at-home parties
Low-cost present ideas handmade with love
Spring projects & Easter bakes
Festive fun for Xmas + New Years
Spooky decorations & ghostly gatherings
Need inspiration for a fun yet thrifty party? Want to add a crafty DIY touch to your special event? Are you planning your wedding day but don’t want to blow the budget? Have a look though these categories above or blog posts below to find frugal inspiration for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, hen nights, parties, festive celebrations and all kinds of special occasions!
When it comes to their wedding day every bride to be wants to make their day as memorable as possible, so I'm sharing some of the unique ways you can make your day special without it costing a small fortune ...
Read More
Hosting a big outdoor party is what summer is all about for many people and I can't wait to get into the garden this year. Here are 5 easy ideas to help you plan a fun outdoor party ...
Read More
Are you that notorious maid-of-honour who is supposed to plan the most thrilling and fabulous hen do for your favourite girl? A hen’s party should be memorable, and the best night of the bride-to-be’s single life. I can feel your ...
Read More
Do you love creme eggs? Are you a fan of cheesecake? Well today's your lucky day because I'm sharing a recipe to make a giant creme egg cheesecake for Easter..! ...
Read More
A wedding cake is an important part of a traditional wedding reception, but that doesn't mean you have to spend a small fortune on something you're going to eat! Here's how to find a low-cost cake for your celebration ...
Read More
Most couples don’t have a blank cheque to spend on making their wedding dreams become reality, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a breathtaking big day, even if you're sticking to a tight budget ...
Read More
Whether your relationship is new and still blossoming or you have been with each other for years, gift giving within a relationship can be a tricky process – especially if you are on a budget ...
Read More
Mother's day is coming up on 11th March so I thought I'd share some thrifty tips for ways to celebrate with mum that'll suit all budgets ...
Read More
Valentine's day isn't just about new couples or married folk; if you've got family and friends you want to celebrate with, go ahead and give them a treat this Valentine's day with these alternative gift suggestions ...
Read More
If you're planning a winter wedding, here are three classy themes that look great with a backdrop of snow and frost at this time of year ...
Read More
Shopping for special occasions. It's something that I really don't like to do. Sure, I love buying the happy couple a wedding present, and it's wonderful to watch the youngsters heading off to their first prom. But it's the concept ...
Read More
Here's to a fantastic 2018 for all! ...
Read More
Great news - my project on prettifying glassware for New Year's Eve was published in
Reloved magazine this month! Check out
Issue 50 for the step-by-step guide to creating these decorated cocktail glasses ...
Read More
Everyone loves a hot mulled drink at Christmas, am I right? Wrapping your hands around a steaming cup of mulled cider, wine or apple juice is just what you need after coming in from a cold winters walk ...
Read More
Now, I really can't take credit for today's festive recipe. In fact, the only input I had was telling my husband that we had a bottle of maple syrup in the cupboard. Yes, really, that's it! Hubby created this festive ...
Read More
Yes, you may have been rather disorganised and got into the Christmas spirit too early this year – but even if you haven’t done all your present shopping, there’s no need to panic. The Christmas countdown is well and truly ...
Read More
It can be difficult to fit a big bushy Christmas tree into your home, can't it? Especially if you're living in a flat (how do you even get it up the stairs?!) or a cosy terrace with Victorian proportions. If ...
Read More
December brings Christmas, a very special and magical period, though it also brings the end of 2017, with the start of a new year dawning upon us. With that in mind, it’s time to plan your New Year’s countdown to ...
Read More
Today I'm sharing some expert advice from
i heart Wines to get your guests ‘rioja-ing’ around the Christmas tree (excuse the awesome pun!) I've already shared my favourite
mulled wine recipe using
i heart Rosé earlier this week so that's one warming ...
Read More
If you've got a bigger-than-usual tree this year and are thinking that your baubles are looking a little sparce, here's a quick and easy DIY project to make your own Christmas tree decorations. Simply raid the toybox (or head to the ...
Read More
Christmas is a magical time. Youngsters eagerly await the arrival of Santa Claus while the adults spend months planning the perfect family Christmas. As the kids count the hours until it’s time to open the pile of presents under the ...
Read More
There are few things more wonderful than the festive season. It's the time when you and your family come together to spend time with each other,
decorate the tree, share gifts, and generally just get as merry as possible! Of ...
Read More
At the weekend a few of my friends came round for a pre-Christmas get-together. I like to have a hot festive drink bubbling away to warm them up as they come in from the cold (and, as it turned out, ...
Read More
Okay, I admit it. I've not bought a single Christmas gift for my husband yet. I'm guessing that next week will be a busy one for me as I scramble around to fill that stocking. You would imagine your husband is ...
Read More
I always think to myself, 'this year I'm going to be so prepared, and get all my Christmas and gifts in the post during the first week of December'. Does it ever happen? Nope! Honestly, I don't know where the ...
Read More
How are you decorating your dining table this Christmas? Will you be adding crackers? Have you got a beautiful floral display planned? Are you decorating the entire dining room with a theme? I've been thinking about my festive table and ...
Read More
Is there anything more magical than a winter wedding? Especially if it happens to snow on the big day too - ahh, so dreamy! Even though I got married in the summer, I 'd probably go for a winter wedding ...
Read More
March 20, 2014 at 12:07 pm
Thank you so much Katy, this is the nicest comment ever! So pleased to hear that you like reading my blog and I hope you’ll come back soon 😀
March 20, 2014 at 12:03 pm
YOU AND YOUR BLOG ARE JUST BEAUTIFUL,TYSVM FOR GIVING ME LAUGHTER,INSPIRATION AND A PLACE I CAN COME TO AND CALL “HOME” WHEN I NEED TO FIND ANYTHING I LOVE! GOD BLESS YOU!