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The 5 things Mums do NOT need for a great Mothers Day
I've been a mum for nearly 19 years. I know some of you out there have been mums for longer and some of you may be just starting out, but I've seen my share of Mothers Day gifts and I know the greatest ones do not require a credit card. ...
Events
Free tickets for sewing festival
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert sewer, a seamstress or a crafter, it’s all happening in Birmingham this Spring. At the NEC, three of the UK’s top shows are getting together on 25th – 28th March for a fabulous sewing ...
Stories
Reasons to be cheerful – part two!
Last April, I wrote a piece on the blog about 10 reasons to be cheerful when you're broke. Sitting here towards the end of January, it seems like a good time to revisit that theme. The turn of the year is always punishing on the wallet ...
Seasonal
Made with love – homemade gifts for Valentine’s day
It’s nearly Valentine’s day - a day guaranteed to strike terror into some of the hardiest of folk! How are you meant to show someone that you love them? What should you buy? Will they like it? Will they loath it? Will it be ...
Events - Seasonal
How to make your own Valentine’s card
It's that time of year again when a young man's fancy turns to love and what better way to show how much you love someone than with a homemade card. And we have the perfect tutorial to help you make yours. Clare O'Brien shows you ...
Stories - Causes
Haiti earthquake – Make and Mend help
We’ve all been moved by the terrible tragedy in Haiti. Relief appeals have received swift and unmitigated support. People around the world know that, at times like this, the best thing we can all do is delve in our pockets and ...
Stories
The psychology of gift giving and why home made presents are best
We are getting close to Christmas and it seems that the present shopping is gathering a storm. We might be in a recession, but it doesn’t seem to be stopping the Christmas shopping frenzy. But is shopping the only way to celebrate ...
Seasonal
Making junk mail Christmas trees
Making paper Christmas trees from junk mail and old magzines is easy peasy and they will make a stylish addition to your seasonal decorations.
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