Books, stationery, and wellbeing
Not long before the world went to shit, I popped down the road to my brother's place (something I already miss so much) and 'helped' the kids make Little Paper Swan's Easter cake. I popped into Poundland on the way for some festive photo props, which kept their mum and I entertained too. We all… Continue reading Tried and tested: Little Paper Swan’s Easter cake
If you follow me on Instagram you'll have noticed a fair few tea and cake posts lately. When Dom told me that Mr Kipling had released a line of Roald Dahl cakes, I knew I had to get them all. Yes, for the Gram. I hate me too. Anyhoo, I could only find the George's… Continue reading Exceedingly geeky cakes
I'm loving sharing some of my favourite places in Cornwall with you as part of my blog's fifth birthday and I'm so grateful that they've all offered something to you lucky readers. Today's giveaway is the ultimate embodiment of Cornish geekery. A few weeks ago I shared my new favourite tearoom - Curiouser Creations Cupcake… Continue reading WIN afternoon tea for two at Curiouser Creations
The blogosphere always has something new and wonderful to offer. This week it's all about being kinder, watching life-changing films, baking cakes and realising our parents have more exciting lives than us! Grab a brew, settle down and enjoy. Something I believe in really strongly is the need to be kinder, especially to ourselves. As… Continue reading Saturday Share #104
Spring is finally here! There have been the obligatory photos of daffodils and blossoms and a sense of being outdoors more, which is always awesome. This is when summer starts to arrive in Cornwall - I've been known to spend a day on the beach in February because as soon as the sun appears we… Continue reading My life in photos: March 2017
Thursdays are normally a rush. I've just finished my working week (#sorrynotsorry) so I'm super-tired as it is and I generally have just under an hour to get Jenson ready for swimming. It's not worth waking him earlier - have you ever woken a toddler? Ugh! In that time we both get dressed, have breakfast… Continue reading Self-Care Sunday #5
Seriously, how is it already March? It feels like it was just Christmas! But at least it means spring is on the way - plenty of opportunities for fun days in the park and on the beach with the boys. Here's a look back at a cold and stormy February. 1. Presents from Dom (check… Continue reading My life in photos: February 2017
Whether you want blogging tips, travel inspiration or unicorn hot chocolate, you can find everything you're looking for in the blogosphere this week. Valentines schmalentines. I adored Louise's post on Galentines. So much wanderlust, including fantasising about Paris (again!), Byron Bay and Belfast. And so many recipes to drool over too, including lemon sherbert cake,… Continue reading Saturday Share #86
My lack of blogging this week definitely doesn't mean that I'm behind on my Bloglovin feed; I've read and loved many a post. Here are my favourites. Blogging Got writer's block? Michelle has some ideas for blog posts and Bee has some great creative prompts Chloe has a genius hack for growing your Facebook following… Continue reading Saturday Share #69
This week is all about living the hygge life, swooning over blogger events and growing your blog. Plus the usual zillion books I've added to my wish list! Stationery It's that time of the year again - back to school supplies! I'm loving these wish lists from Charlotte and Claire Books I've long been fascinated… Continue reading Saturday Share #63