A pair of lilac clogs decorated with colourful flower charms catches someone's attention online, while a photograph of checked slippers with soft lining makes another shopper think of the perfect winter gift. Both pictures might be saved, shared or admired, but whether that interest eventually turns into a purchase is another matter.
We love a little hamper in this house, no matter what time of year it is, but a seasonal hamper? Even better! There's just something about having a box of goodies turn up that makes half-term feel that little bit more exciting!
Art is usually the last thing on the list when you're doing up a house. The sofa gets bought, the walls get painted, the curtains finally go up, and then you're left staring at a bare wall above the fireplace with no idea whether you should be spending £40 or £400 on it. Spend too little and the room still looks unfinished. Spend too much and you feel a bit sick every time you walk past it. The good news is that there's a sensible middle ground, and once you know where your money actually goes, deciding how much to spend on art for your home gets a lot easier.
A quick text or a voice note is easy, but it rarely sticks. A printed thank-you card with a photo from the day itself is different. It gets propped on a mantelpiece, pinned to a fridge or tucked into a memory box, and it shows the person you are thanking that you took a bit of time over it.
If there is one thing we all know, it's that the book is usually better than the film, and I was fully prepared to stand by that opinion when it came to Verity! Having read the book and absolutely loved it- we are talking one of the best books I read last year- I was so excited to see how it would translate to the big screen. Although I genuinely had no idea what to expect.
Finding a signature fragrance can be one of the most enjoyable parts of building a beauty routine. The right scent can boost confidence, complement your personal style, and make everyday moments feel special. However, luxury perfumes often come with expensive price tags, making it difficult to experiment with different fragrances.
When October hits, it's all things spooky in this house, and of course, that means a horror film of some sort every evening if I can squeeze one in! Not that I need an excuse to watch horror films, but at least in October it's considered perfectly normal to spend your evenings watching people get chased around by masked murderers, right?.
If you have spent any time looking at properties for sale, you have probably come across the term “Sold STC” on property listings or estate agent boards. It is a common phrase in the UK property market, but its meaning is not always obvious, particularly if you are buying a home for the first time.
If there's one thing we all know about me, it's that I love a good journal, a bit of self-development and anything to do with manifesting. Give me a coffee, my crystals, a quiet morning and something to write in, and I'm a happy girl!
Spooky season is officially here, and a trip to Halloween Farm at Cattows Farm in Leicestershire is definitely the perfect way to kick things off! If there's one thing we love in this house, it's Halloween, and October doesn't officially start until we've had our annual trip to Halloween Farm.
Fashion is more than following seasonal trends. It is a way to express personality, creativity, and confidence through the clothes we wear. While mainstream fashion often focuses on familiar shapes and predictable designs, some women prefer clothing that feels different. They want interesting silhouettes, unusual textures, and pieces that reflect their individuality.
Tis the season for game night! When summer is here, we are barely ever in. Always out doing something, going on little adventures, staying out later because it’s still light and making the most of the warmer weather. Then autumn rolls around, the weather gets a little cooler, the nights get darker, and suddenly staying in on a Saturday night sounds perfect!.
Your girl has Kindle Unlimited back, and she has finally finished her first book in absolute months! Honestly, my reading slump has been real. I just haven't been able to get back into reading, and to be honest, concentrating on a book has been a struggle in itself. There's been a lot going on lately, life and all that jazz, and my poor Kindle has been sitting there wondering what on earth is going on :)
A workday can end without screen time actually ending. The laptop closes, the phone comes out, and what feels like downtime becomes another hour of messages, videos, news, and scrolling. That distinction matters because digital wellbeing is not simply a question of counting hours.
There’s something about an evening at the theatre that gives me all the autumn feels. The weather is starting to turn, the darker nights are creeping in, and a night at the theatre with some wine and Romeo & Juliet sounded like the perfect little midweek date night :) Sam and I headed to the New Vic Theatre and this was actually my first time visiting. I’ve lived around here for years and never been, so I was really looking forward to having a nosey, seeing what the theatre was like and obviously watching Romeo & Juliet.
If you’re anything like me, you keep your car until it runs out of gas. Why mess with what works? But then there is a point when the car is still perfectly fine, it is just looking a little tired. Paint is good, engine is great, but those stock wheels have been on there since day one and they are showing it.
Finding a good gift sounds simple until you actually need to buy one. Birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, Christmas, Halloween parties and family celebrations all seem to arrive with surprising speed, and suddenly you are searching for something that feels thoughtful without spending hours going from shop to shop.
There are certain periods in life when everything seems to happen at once. The school run needs organising, work messages keep appearing on your phone, the house somehow becomes messy five minutes after you have tidied it, and the list of things you promised yourself you would get around to keeps getting longer.
There is something special about having a little corner of the garden that feels completely yours. Somewhere to sit with a cup of tea, read a few pages of a book, enjoy the sunshine or simply switch off for half an hour.
