Lonely Planet Kids Books – Make Perfect Presents

This week we were sent a couple of Lonely Planet Kids books, and my goodness are they beautiful! I love books anyway, but these are marvellous and my children love them.  We were sent The Big Earth Book: [singlepic id=1872 w= h= float=center] And The Incredible Cabinet of Wonders: [singlepic id=1876 w= h= float=center] The … Read more

Christmas Gift Guide for Women – Lovely things!

 There are so many lovely things on this list I would like.  I love the Maxwell Scott handbag and I love the scent of the Noble Isle Rhubarb Handwash!   Lilicoco Vintage Jewellery There are some simply stunning pieces at Lilicoco Vintage Jewellery.  From Art Deco rings to Georgian pendants, their stock, of course, changes … Read more

Presents to buy for the Men in your life at Christmas

I find it really hard to come up with decent presents for my Dad and Husband (not to mention my brother, father-in-law, brother-in-law, you get the picture!)  Here are a few suggestions you might be interested in – a bit different from your average festive socks!  This post may contain compensated links, please see my disclosure … Read more

Eight of the Best Kids Wetsuits!

Kids wetsuits – We are lucky enough to be visiting Greece in the winter.  The sea will be a bit chillier than what we are used to, so I have been researching kids wetsuits for when Master T wants to go snorkelling (which he will!).  This post may contain compensated links, please see my disclosure page. … Read more

Claire’s Accessories – Lovely Autumn and Winter Collection

I love Autumn.  I love the colours of the leaves, and collecting conkers, the harvesting of the last apples and the smell of distant bonfires.  I also love the changing fashions of boots and cosy jumpers, woolly hats and cute gloves.  Then the promise of all things sparkly at Christmas!  When Claire’s Accessories offered to … Read more

Fishing chair suggestions – Ten of the Best!

My dad has always been interested in fish, whether that is going fishing himself or keeping tropical fish.  Indeed my godparents ran the town’s tropical fish centre.  When the kids started talking about wanting to go fishing, it made perfect sense to ask my dad to take them.  They had a marvellous day!  He gave … Read more

Ten of the Best Beauty Advent Calendars 2017

Looking for the best advent calendars for makeup and beauty?  There is something deliciously decadent about beauty advent calendars!  Getting a small treat a day really gets the day off to a good start.  Have a look at this collection of marvellous beauty advent calendars!  From Grace Cole and Mad Beauty, to Benefit Advent Calendar … Read more

Halloween – Fabulous Gifts and Ideas for a Spooktacular Time!

Little Horrors from Zatchels Ooh, I love these Halloween themed ‘Little Horrors’ leather satchels from Zatchels!  Their new monster barrel bags are the perfect way to add a hint of colour and happiness to complement your look. Priced at £60.  Available in a range of happy faces and tiny feet, these unique designer bags are perfect … Read more

10 of the best Magical and Fluffy Unicorn Toys

Unicorn toys are hugely in demand in our family!  I have been doing a bit of research for some new unicorn soft toy gift ideas.  It’s not a bad way to spend an afternoon looking at lovely cute pink unicorn toys!  Here are a selection of some of my favourite unicorn toys for girls and … Read more