These took me about 15 mins to makeover and I love them! What you need: A pair of jeans A seam ripper (aka a quick unpick) Fray stopper Pen, pencil or dress makers chalk What to do: Try on jeans. Work out wear you would like to add some frayed texture and mark with […]
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I love quilts. My grandmother makes beautiful quilts with appliqués and hand embroidered details that I consider already to be family heirlooms. But not all of us have my grandmother’s talent so here’s a simple quilt design that can be tailored to suit your taste. I have used a cheaper batting alternative in polyester
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I’ve had four children and I can tell you there’s nothing you could say to convince me to have my hair and makeup done, put on a pretty frock and head downstairs to face a media pack just hours after giving birth. I’d rather lay back in my hospital bed, babe in arms, and
A few months ago I went to an annual work function that my husband organises. I went for a kid free night out, with a nice meal and a charity auction. Busy with his official duties hubby relegated me to a table filled with colleagues and spouses of colleagues, many of whom I met
Having people over to your home can be a tricky thing. Most mums would agree that the kids usually seek more attention and their behaviour tends to be more disruptive or difficult. On top of that you are usually left with a fairly big mess after your guests leave! Yes, life is busy, and
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It is so easy to live each day by simply getting by and doing ‘just enough’. Perhaps we are not doing the minimum, but are we really doing our very best in each and every situation? I began thinking about this idea when I was folding the laundry the other day. I rushed and
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Do you ever look at another mother and compare yourself to her? Why is she always so relaxed? Or perhaps, how does she manage to be so organised, while I can’t seem to get my kids out of their pyjamas in the morning? It is important that we do not compare ourselves to one
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I recently contravened the rules of a Facebook group. I posted an advert for a family member who was trying to sell some kittens. I had no idea that the content of my post broke the rules set down by admin. Now these rules were a technicality but they were rules none the less.
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This is an easy craft that will add a touch of vintage to your wardrobe and makes a great gift for the woman who has everything. You will need: Coat hangers Fabric Lace Bias binding Sewing machine What to do: Trace around coat hanger. This will be your template. (Or use ours below) Cut out
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Yes, this sounds CRAZY! But the thing is, suffering and joy can go hand in hand… The cup of milk tips over and splashes all over the floor! Mess. Frustration. The toddler reaches into the crayons and begins colouring on the couch. More mess. You have a headache from your poor night’s sleep. Your
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