A first nursery nativity play
Note to self, in future always arrive at school events 10 minutes beforehand rather than 2 minutes before. For N’s first nativity play at day nursery, I arrived to find I was the last parent by miles to arrive, and…
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How to make beaded Christmas tree cones
I don’t do much crafting nowadays (I’ve not yet picked up again my half-finished crochet blanket that I put down back in March), but do love it when I get the chance. Of course I love pinterest, so I probably…
First time ice skating at Millets Farm
Chance to try ice skating for the first time at Frosts / Millets Farm at Christmas taking a preschooler
Mr Nativity play
N wasn’t in a nativity play last year because he wasn’t in the pre-school room at nursery. But this year he’s one of the eldest and they’re (presumably) preparing for their play which is in a couple of weeks. I…
Christmas and art at Blenheim Palace
We went to Blenheim Palace to experience the christmas and art displays
Bonfire Night at the Farm
For the first time we had our own bonfire night on the farm this year. Great opportunity to get family together, and nice to be out in the evening.
Pumpkin picking at Hatton Adventure World’s Pumpkin Week
We visited Hatton Adventure World’s pumpkin week for pumpkin picking and other activities
I Want to be a Witch – Halloween books
Crikey, it feels like I’ve not written about books for so long. We have been reading, well we’ve been reading picture books (I’ve not been reading myself!), and we’ve also had a clear out so we have a tiny amount…
It’s eggs-citing – Decorate your own egg cups
I always see amazing Sharpie crockery ideas on Pinterest and fancy making them. If you’re like me, you have tonnes of pins, and no time to actually make the item. But in the case of decorating mugs or plates with Sharpies,…
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Easter treats – including a Pinterest fail
I’ve never really celebrated Easter with lots of crafting and decorating eggs, but I’d seen lots of egg decorating ideas on Pinterest (where else?!), and decided that this year I wanted to try some out. Luckily I like eating eggs,…
What to do with unwanted gifts
We all have them. However many hints you drop, or wish lists you provide, there’s always an unwanted gift or two amongst a households Christmas presents. Unless of course, you’re the type of person who’s grateful for a miles too…
