“If you want a golden rule that will fit everything, this is it: Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” William Morris I really do stand by this quote, as it is oh so easy to spend money on pointless items and fill your … Continue reading My criteria for the perfect souvenir
1. Baking “jubilee-themed” cupcakes. I took the easy way out with blue cases, white frosting and red strawberries on top. 2. Prosecco, pink lemonade, strawberries, hearty BBQ food, my lovely cupcakes and raspberry brulee cheesecake at my sister’s Jubilee BBQ. 3. A family game of Balderdash, which always brings amusement! 4. Completing a very pretty … Continue reading Ten Jubilee weekend treats
Last weekend was my much anticipated trip to Disneyland Paris with my sister. I had an amazing time, and the weather was just stunning, but now that I’m back I’m experiencing some post-Disney blues. Here are some photos from my Disney adventure…
In hunting for the perfect Jubilee keepsake (I want one, but I need something that I’m going to want to keep, i.e. something that isn't total tat!) I came across one of my favourite online stores for cute, quirky and unique items for the home: Hunkydory Home. I came across the store a long time ago … Continue reading Cute and quirky home accessories
Manchester city centre has plenty to offer over the coming weeks if you’re looking for something slightly out of the ordinary. Here are a few ideas… Tunisian Treasures Market I caught the start of this pretty, colourful market, which is going to run until Friday 1st June in Manchester’s St Ann’s Square. You can find … Continue reading Manchester’s May offerings
There’s been a lot of backlash about the increase in the price of stamps since 30th April (it’s now 60p for a first class!), but this new collection of stamps, which celebrates the best in British fashion since WWII, certainly appeals to me! The Great British Fashion Stamp Set is now available, and showcases some … Continue reading Stamps worth paying for…
Whilst going through some of my boxes of “stuff” I came across an unfinished Minicraft Sewing Kit of a mole. I always loved the idea of moles, with their velvety fur and spades for hands. Even though I know they don’t look quite as cute as this in real life, I remember getting this kit … Continue reading A mini crafty project
I must have been wandering round particularly cheerfully on account of the glorious weather (and the fact that I've been offered a new job!) because I completely forgot about my resolution to not buy anything else until pay day when I saw this gorgeous dress in Sainsbury's. It's from the Gok Wan range, and as you would … Continue reading Impulse purchase
For the past few days my life has been consumed with the Spring Fair – a fundraising event I co-organised for CATS Youth Theatre and the campaign to save the Theatre Church community venue. We planned all sorts of stalls (books, clothing, face painting and glitter tattoos, home-baked cakes, BBQ, car wash etc) and games … Continue reading Spring Fair finds
I went to Weymouth on the first of my spring holidays last week, and despite the pleasant weather none of my pairs of shorts or summery sandals had chance to make an appearance. Now back in Manchester it is quite clear that I need to stop shopping for cute summery dresses and pastel-coloured shorts and be … Continue reading Cute quilted cover-ups for spring
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