We have done it lovelies! Over the past 365 days, I have blogged every day and I have been so incredibly honoured that so many of you have been here alongside me reading them! Today, I want to thank you all so much everything that you have done for me! I am forever grateful! Here is to a fond end of 2024 lovelies!
New Year’s Eve is often spent going out partying, however, I am a firm fan of the art of staying in on it! There is nothing stopping you having a little party alone or with loved ones, in your PJs or finery, right in the middle of your living room! Here is why I am a firm fan of staying in on NYE!
New Year’s Eve is nearly here and if you are hosting a party you are probably looking for food to make! Forget the pastry trees, it is time to break out these festive twirls that will bring out your fruity side! Using only three ingredients, this recipe is super easy and can be done in minutes! Prepare to tuck in this New Year’s!
2024 is a year I truly wish to forget! However, there was some really high moments within it that I am thankful for. Many of them showed me the beauty of life again and I am going to take them into 2025 with me for sure! To celebrate them, I thought it would be nice to do a little bit of a reflection! I hope you don’t mind!
With Dry January on the horizon and the party season continuing on to NYE, it is time to get those drinks flowing before we all give them all up for a month! Whether you enjoy them over dinner with friends or as a glass with a good book, you can find the best of the best with the fantastic ones from by Amazon! The company has a whole host of own brand bottles to pick from! Oh and a few chocolates to enjoy with them too!
I won’t lie, I am currently in a state of true sadness! The Christmas adverts have gone. The music has changed and those Hallmark cheesy films have stopped being shown. Boxing Day is here though and that means that further traditions are being celebrated! Discover what we will all be doing this Boxing Day, whilst snacking on some epic leftovers in our pyjamas!
Merry Christmas Lovelies! We have reached the most magical time of the year and I am here to deliver my annual Christmas message! So grab that festive classic Buck’s Fizz, pop a mince pie on a plate and wrap yourself up in your best Christmas PJs and blankets because I am here to spread some festive cheer to you lovely lovely people!
Whilst many of us will be waiting for Christmas Day, I find that Christmas Eve is actually the best day of the year! From last minute presents and preparations to families coming together to celebrate, the day marks the true meaning of Christmas to me! The madness, wonder and comfort that the big day brings! Find out why I love Christmas Eve here!
Tomorrow marks my favourite day of the year! Yes, Christmas Eve will be here and for me it is better than Christmas Day! Yet, before we peak too soon, I thought I would share some fun ideas on how you can celebrate Christmas Eve Eve in the best way possible! Get ready to have some fun today doing a few of these ideas!
Christmas can be so manic that there will always be last minute jobs. However, for me, it is those tasks that make the big day even more special. It’s these moments that add a sense of festive magic! Therefore, I thought it would be nice to share a few ideas on how you can make your Christmas even better when short on time!
Our Christmas dinner is very traditional, even with my eating disorder! I’ve had to work hard to get confident enough to eat it but both my mum and I plan it well. From plotting lists to preparing recipes early, here are a few things I do to help get through the meal that may help you if you are struggling right now too!
Christmas is often a time spent celebrating with endless amounts of food, however, the drinks are just as important! Alcohol free and suitable for the whole family, I have come up with a sparkling recipe that rivals the glistening snow some of us may experience! Get ready to sip away on this festive citrus delight for the rest of the holidays and beyond!
If there is ever a time to get silly, it is at Christmas! From bright jumpers to funny family festivities, there is always time to have a good time this season! Throughout December, I very rarely spend a day not having kitchen discos with my mum wearing silly Christmas PJs! Why not enjoy a fun filled day doing one of these alternative ideas!
Sonic The Hedgehog has been a firm favourite in our home from a young age! After a fantastic reboot to the film franchise, the features have just got stronger and stronger, with this third outing being the best one yet! Find out what happened when our little blogger Harrison headed to the screening to give us his thoughts on the series’ newest film!
You can’t beat a good old fashioned festive Christmas buffet! That gorgeous selection that makes its way onto our tables in the evening, after the beautiful main meal! From sweet to savoury, the shops go wild at making sure that we have options for everyone. Yet, you don’t have to spend a fortune on making an impact. Something this very easy recipe shows!
When Disney announced that they would be making another live action Lion King feature, many of us were wondering where it would be going. Would it be set in the future? Would it follow the plot of the animated sequel? Would the original characters return? Well, those worries were all for nothing, as Mufasa: The Lion King is epic and a must see!
Christmas is a time when we are all out celebrating! However, it is also that time of year where many of us get sick! Something that can be very disheartening, as we all want to be up and celebrating! Yet, there are lots of things you can still do to get in the festive mood whilst getting better! Find out more right here!
Food shopping at Christmas can be mad but with only two of us, we don’t normally need to buy that much in the lead up to the big day! There so, I thought it would be a bit interesting to show you a little look at our normal weekly food shop in the lead up to Christmas! Get ready to tuck right in!
Christmas is the greatest time of the year to me, however, it also brings a huge sense of epic sadness. Today, marks the anniversary of the day we laid my dad to rest. Four years on, it hasn’t gotten easier, but I will never let my Pops’ love of the festive season go away. Find out why I will always do this here!
Sandcastle Water Park is a place where all your water park fun and dreams are made! From endless opportunities to explore their pools and slides, this Blackpool attraction is suitable for the whole family to enjoy all day long! Find out what happened when we went for an exciting afternoon trip yesterday that was great fun for our littlest water loving bloggers!
Get the sequins, glue and paper plates out lovelies because today’s Blogmas post is going all Blue Peter on us! With many of us going back in time with our decorations, it is time to head back to school where a paper plate could become a decoration of true wonder! Find out how you can make a real masterpiece for Christmas right here!
Christmas films are the best! There I have said it! Since early September, I have been watching the cheesy Hallmark kind, patiently waiting for it to be okay to watch the best of the bunch! However, they are going to have some tough competition this year lovelies, as there are going to be plenty of new ones to enjoy! Here are my favourites!
Christmas PJs are a must have during the festive season! Whether they are classy ones or super cheesy, they are probably the most comfy outfits of the year, so it is only right that we fully embrace! With so many on the market this year, I have a selection for you to pick from to make your Christmas shopping a little bit easier!
Whilst many of you lovelies will have made festive cakes on Stir Up Sunday, there is always time to make another or your first one! Especially if it only takes 15 minutes to do! I’ve used this recipe for years, so, I wanted to share it in case you need a quick Christmas cake recipe for the festive season! Enjoy this delight lovelies!
Christmas Day can be a bit overwhelming but in our house we like to spend the time relaxing with each other! Last year, I shared my plans with you all and I thought I would return to tell you all what I will be doing this year to celebrate the big day! Find out what me and my family will be doing here!
Christmas TV is one of the best things about December! Honestly, if there is ever a time to snuggle up and get cosy, it is by far under the Christmas tree! And I have some of the best shows to do that with this festive season right here! Grab the remote and get ready early with my top five TV shows this Christmas!
Christmas can be a tough time, so it is importantly find ways to help you unwind after a busy day! I’ve come up with five ways to help you relax, rest and enjoy the festive season as much as you can! Dreaded burnout be gone, these tips will have you loving December all over again! It’s time to rest up and have fun!
November can be that odd month where we feel like we should still be celebrating the fall events but also rushing into Christmas preparations. As many of you know, I am an avid Christmas lover, so I have gone all in. My tree has only just appeared, but I spent all of last month plotting it, whilst also enjoying my November monthly favourites!
Who doesn’t love to celebrate Christmas then with a good old fashioned mince pie?! This year, I decided to give the normal ones a twist however, with a fantastic flapjack recipe! Including all the flavours that we know and love, it has everything that the traditional form has but with a little extra sparkle! Get baking and devouring with this easy festive recipe!
Who doesn’t love a Christmas advert? They are a staple, marking the true start of the festive season! This year, there has been some real gems, which led me to wanting to rate them all with you lovelies! Discover which ones I think are truly magical that you have to watch if you have never seen them before or just love them here!
Christmas is the perfect time to get baking! Whether it be for yourself or for your friends and family, these delicious puff pastry stars will go the real distance from oven to mouth in a matter of seconds! However, they take hardly anytime at all, which means that you can make them over and over again! Get ready to bake with this recipe!
November was definitely the start of the cold months, which meant that I was seeking comforting warm foods. However, I was struggling still at the start, so I dug deep into the drinks aisle as well! You all know that I love a squash and I found the ultimate remake last month! Find out all about my new food and drink finds here!
Books are something I always ask for for Christmas! However, there are some that can’t be found everywhere. They are personal and thought provoking in every single way! Something that Storydo specialise in, as their family storybooks bring to life the unique story that every family has when bringing up a young child! Discover how to make your own magical book creations here!
December brings with it a whole host of feel good books! Honestly, it’s the best time to curl up with a new find and lose hours in a brand new world. So, head to Hertford Library to discover my most recent display that is full of Christmas based wonders for all the family to enjoy! Discover what truly festive wonders they are here!
Christmas doesn’t have to be all about the big businesses! In fact, the little ones can make your gift even more special! As we enter the festive period, I have gathered someone to come into my time machine, who knows all about how special this time of year is for small companies. It’s time to go back in time with AB Crafts Ali!
The festivities are only just beginning, which means that we can’t wait to dress up in our best clothes! Especially our little ones, who no matter what time it is are faced with endless parties, events and impromptu photos highlighting their cuteness! Thanks to Blade & Rose, they can look their best endlessly with their super cute collections featuring some familiar literary faces!
In our house, you can’t beat the festive pies and tarts that come out each year! From the ultimate sweet delights to the hearty meaty feasts, the world is full of them right now! However, no one makes a festive special that can be enjoyed hot or cold, liked Ginsters, who have announced their exciting new piece of pastry and festive filled wonder!
Are you someone who really just doesn’t like celebrating Christmas? Do you feel like you are forced into it? Well, you can now get your own back with the most anti-Christmas crackers on the market, which will see you destroy Santa and Rudolph once and for all! Seriously, you will be pulling them apart this Christmas with these fantastic new Anti Christmas crackers!
The team at Yoto must know that party season is here, as they have created the best of the best music selections for their players! Like going back in time to the days of buying CDs, each card hosts great songs from the most iconic voices. From Elton to Queen, you need definitely need these magical numbers for the ultimate family Christmas party!
Take some time for yourself this holiday season lovelies by snuggling up with a great magazine! Honestly, I love nothing more than reading a fab article or exclusive interview! And thankfully there are many affordable ways to enjoy them now, with the fantastic Readly coming out top by providing hundreds of publications at the touch of a button for a whole lot less!
What smells do you think of when it comes to Christmas? Or beyond? A firm favourite on the blog, The Copenhagen Company, have got gift giving wrapped up when it comes to refreshing classic scents that everyone will want in their homes! From candles to reed diffusers, they have the ultimate gifts to give your loved ones this year to delight their homes!
Black Friday is just around the corner! The perfect time to get a new look or to at least find one for less! Just in time for all those big Christmas events, Irresistible Me have launched their Black Friday deals and you are not going to want to miss out on them lovelies! Discover what discounts the brand is offering this week here!
With the weather turning colder, the rebirth of the roast dinner is in full force! Especially at Fearns, based on Leeds, who have created the ultimate Sunday Service menu that makes the classic dish go up a whole new level! Over three courses, we were treated to the ultimate experience that we won’t forget for a long time! Check out our review here!
Drinks are one of the biggest things to buy at Christmas! Whether it be for the table or as a gift, the bottles you buy can make or break a dish! There so, to help you out a little bit, I have gathered six of the newest drinks on the market that may just make your tables pop! Gather everyone round and enjoy!
Toys! I love them! Having been in a new kind of therapy for over a year, my therapist has been amazing at making me accept that I am a big kid and that is okay! There so, when I see a toy I like, I get very excited! As I did when I saw these three items from TOMY at a recent event!
Christmas is a perfect occasion to discover a brand new gadget! Whether it be in the kitchen or out in the garden, the fantastic team at Burton McCall have teamed up with a number of familiar faces to bring out the best ranges for the whole family to enjoy this festive season! Discover my top five in this easy to shop gift guide!
Whisky! It’s an essential when it comes to Christmas! Whether it be for a gift, an evening tipple by a warm fire after all the madness or to soak the Christmas pudding in, you deserve to enjoy the best of the best! Therefore, I’m very excited to share with you all my thoughts on the gorgeous White Heather Blended Scotch Whisky with you!
Winter has officially arrived and my skin is taking a real bartering! Plus, with added Heath issues and stress, it is really suffering from dryness! There so, I have turned to my real faithful, DRPAWPAW, to try and help me save it from the harshness it is facing! And honestly, I couldn’t love it more! Find out all about it’s real wonders here!
Hair is a thing that many of us take for granted! It’s either long or short! A colour we want or desire! But ultimately it is what makes us us! Thankfully, when we sadly lose it, there are some incredible companies who help to make the most beautiful hair pieces to help, including the wonderful Irresistible Me, who helped me make a difference!
Food! It is definitely getting to that time of the year where it is all that we think about! Right now,I am trying to find foods that will help with my everlasting health conditions. Thankfully, October saw the return of one of my favourites, as well as some newbies! Find out what I enjoyed during the spookiest month of the year right here!
