This week has been a mixture of holiday and a bit of work, or revision in eldest teen’s case. The children are still on holiday. We’ve reached the stage where the house is in flux between silence and total mayhem. I still have a few activities left up my sleeve, […]
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Imperfect gifts to make now
Hands up who loves giving a handmade gift you’ve made yourself. OK, lost some of you there. Don’t go anywhere. I may be about to change your mind. Right, those with their hands still up, keep them up if you’d like to make a present but think you either lack the skill […]
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Each year we exchange gifts with neighbours and friends. Mostly homemade goodies like festive cookies and sweets. Last year chocolate cherry mice were popular. The children love joining in. Especially between school breaking up and the big day. We have so much fun deciding what to make…..and sampling them, of […]
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