LEGO® has evolved far beyond building blocks, offering creative play for children and STEM‑powered challenges for teens. From Technic engineering builds to space‑themed sets it’s the perfect school‑holiday activity for curious minds…
Advent is finally here! It’s time to get those gifts sorted so that you can be fully prepared in advance of the big day. If you’d like some inspiration for some fabulous and fun gifts for children, here are my top picks for this year…
While we often discuss money, bills and insurance as adults, it’s rare that we involve children in those discussions. Here are some simple ways to include kids in the conversation to give them a head-start with their own finances and future…
Lots of the little ones in my life are starting nursery school this month, so I thought it would be the ideal time to share some ideas for making the most of this transition from home to school with some money-making tips for the parents..!
The school holidays are here and, while there are plenty of things to do outdoors during the summer, when the weather turns, it’s a good idea to have a stash of activities and books to hand to keep teenagers busy on those rainy days…
Whether it’s family finances, inheritance, childcare or property ownership, at some stage in life it’s likely you’ll need to consult a solicitor for help with legal family matters. Here’s how can you cut the cost of life admin & ensure the process runs smoothly…
When you’re shopping for a birthday gift for a child, it’s sometimes difficult to know what type of toy will be suitable for them at each stage in their development. Here are tips for buying the right toys to suit their age & improve their abilities…
This is a fun idea for your next party – painting pots and planting them up with pretty plugs! Here’s how to plan and prepare for a birthday gathering with your friends or family, from the youngest children to grown-up gardening fans…
Children love to claim their own space as they grow up so, when your youngster asks to decorate their bedroom, here are some tips to help you create a personality-packed place that they’ll love, along with the practical benefits of the project…
Get your kids into sewing with this easy project to make a gorgeous mermaid tail blanket. Here’s a handy step-by-step guide and a template to help your youngsters get crafty during the school holidays…
During the school holidays, it can be difficult (and costly!) to entertain children without resorting to screens. Here’s a fun craft project that’ll keep them entertained and help them explore their creativity…
With Christmas fast approaching, here are some slightly different ideas for festive gifts for children. These toys, games and treats will help to keep them entertained during the festive holidays – and beyond!
If your children have already been given enough chocolate for Easter, maybe they would prefer a few non-sweet treats? These Easter-inspired gifts are ideal for keeping kids entertained during the school holidays and can teach them a little something too..
Little ones grow up so fast and their needs change quickly – so if you’re buying new items for every stage of baby’s development, the costs soon add up. So, how can you save money & even get freebies while bringing up your little one? Here are some ideas:
Of course, you want to throw your children an amazing party, but do you really need to spend an arm and a leg to make great memories? There are so many ways to save money without sacrificing fun at your child’s party. Here are a few things to consider when you’re planning for the big event.
Remember when I shared a video on painting a mountain mural for a child’s bedroom? Well today is the finished ‘room tour’ with all the little bits and bobs that turned a spare room into baby’s haven…
If you’ve got a little one on the way and want to decorate their nursery in a creative and non-gender specific way, why not try
With temperatures falling drastically, there is no way one can ignore pulling out their warmest clothes including coats, sweaters, gloves, socks, and hats. But it’s
Sure, I’m no expert on kid’s bedrooms, but whenever you’re planning the design of any room in the home, you’ll want to be as economical
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
If you like buses, trams, motor bikes, old trucks and fire engines (or lawnmowers, for that matter) this is the museum for you. I’ve always enjoyed travelling
I’m taking glamping to the next level. Yes, I’m talking about camping indoors. Okay, maybe this playden for the little ones isn’t quite waterproof, so it’s
After waiting all year for the summer holidays to arrive, it’s unfortunate when the weather forecast looks gloomy. Even though we’ve been having lovely sunny
I love winter weddings. The festive atmosphere puts everyone in a party mood and the cold weather can sometimes even deliver snow – how amazing
Celebrate your little girl’s love of fairies and all things magical by turning her bedroom into a beautiful fairy cove, no matter what size the
I’ve been thinking it’s about time that my Tuesday Shoesday blog posts begin looking at something different. So far, I’ve always focused on ladies shoes
Yes, I’ve been making tutus this week, as usual – but I was extra-excited when a custom order arrived for a fabulous rainbow ballet tutu because this
As the summer festival season approaches I’d like to share an article with you that I read last year. Kate Sampson of She
