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Knitting for Beginners: Getting Started*
Knitting is a great hobby and is no longer just for Nan’s who are knitting itchy jumpers for the grandkids! If it seems like a venture you’d like to take up, you certainly wouldn’t be alone. We’ve come up with a bit of a guide for getting started for absolute beginners when it comes to knitting so that you’ll soon be making things like a pro in no time! Getting everything you need to get started You will need a few things to get started with knitting, and these include: Wool Knitting needles A knitting pattern to follow You can pick up basic yarn and needles in most good craft…
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Bye Bye Bambi – Turning the Nursery into a Toddler’s Room*
One of the reasons I have been a lot quieter than usual on the blog, and I’ve been sharing guest posts is because I have the decorating bug. It’s not the only reason, there is a reason that’s a lot more “sinister” but I’m not ready to share it on here yet. I currently have two projects on the go, my staircase and Little Miss’ bedroom. Although I’m not doing much “decorating” I am giving it a bit of an overhaul, turning it from a nursery into a bedroom fit for a two year old. It’s only half complete but I thought I’d give you all a sneak peak before…
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Affordable and Minimally-Invasive Anti-Aging Treatments*
There are those who believe that aging is a privilege. That every line, wrinkle, spot and blemish is a badge of honor for a life not only survived, but well-lived – smiles smiled, tears cried, obstacles overcome, and hours and love and joy in the sun. While the “age gracefully and naturally” crowd might have a point, that philosophy, like any philosophy, doesn’t necessarily work for everyone. For some of us, aging is something to be avoided at all costs, and any visible signs of aging must be beaten mercilessly into submission. So, if you fancy yourself Ruth Gordon a la Harold and Maude, by all means age gracefully. For…
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What hairstyles will suit your face?*
What hairstyle suits my face shape? This question is asked by women everywhere, every single time they go to get a haircut. It’s a serious question and one that can only be answered with great investigation and research. To make this easier for you, here is a compiled list of the best hairstyles for each face shape. A word of caution Frequent trips to the hairdresser that involve dying or bleaching hair can often lead to hair loss or serious breakage. If this starts to happen you should contact a hair loss professional such as Transitions Hair – click here for more information. Round faces Longer hair is better for…
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Where Amy (And Little Miss) Ate – Maisies Chocolate Parlour and Crêperie
It’s been a while since I did a Where Amy Ate, but since Little Miss and I have eaten in the same place two weeks in a row I figured I should definitely feature it. I never normally feature anything from my home town, but this place is just too good. Maisies Chocolate Parlour and Crêperie, hidden under the Town Hall in all it’s original features glamour is the new place to go for a treat. At least in our house anyway. If Little Miss is very good while in town before heading home we call in here for some chocolatey goodness. Brilliantly priced for something that is very unique…
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Shopping Spotlight – Funky Laser
We all know I’m a fan of the acrylic accessories right? Tatty Devine and Sugar & Vice often make an appearance on wishlists and I already own a couple of pieces from the first. So obviously I was pretty excited when I made a new acrylic discovery on Facebook who were also looking for people to review their new Christmas range. I had to get in there, and as you can see, I was incredibly lucky and I’m not the proud owner of some gorgeous Christmas themed bits. So today, I’m shining my shopping spotlight on Funky Laser. Funky Laser is a British based company that not only creates fantastic…
