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Playroom makeover
The playroom in our house takes a serious bashing. It is used and abused everyday by the children and it is a place to not only play, but to relax and learn as well. I decided recently that I needed a new system for organising the toys as it was driving me crackers. A better […]
Harry Potter Magic
We have some Harry Potter super fans in our house. The big kids love all things Harry Potter and have done for some time. They are coaching the little boys to follow with the same excitement and enthusiasm. A few years ago, not all that long after it had opened we took the big kids […]
How to make money from buying a property
Let’s face it, buying property is not for the faint-hearted. It is a long and complicated process that can be incredibly stressful. Getting involved in a sale chain can make the whole thing even more nail biting. So why do people do it when they’ve already got a great place they love to live in? […]
Making your family home healthy, happy and safe
What makes a happy home? Well, it’s a place where you and your family are safe. You are protected from the world, and it’s different components. Be that mouldy walls or home invasions, your home should be a fortress, keeping you safe from these things. A happy home is also energy efficient, and affordable to […]
Finishing school? How you can help your child grow up
It is the final milestone of childhood. That moment when they graduate from the compulsory education system can feel incredible. All that hard work raising your child has paid off. All those hours of helping with homework. All those months of nagging them to revise, and now they are all grown up and about to […]
Movie nights made easy
We love movies in our house, especially ones that we can all watch together for our family movie nights. Some of our favourites recently have been Paddington and Big Hero 6 as they appeal to everyone and keep everyone engaged. We’ve even had grandma rolling around laughing to Paddington when she came to stay. Have […]
Buying a property in another country?
Britain seems to be getting less and less popular with the British every day. National treasure Emma Thompson, Academy Award-winning writer and actress, recently shared her thoughts: “[Britain is] a tiny little cloud-bolted, rainy corner of sort-of Europe. A cake-filled misery-laden grey old island.” Harsh words, but let’s face it: Britain isn’t perfect. Its quality […]
Can’t afford to move? The essential guide to staying put
There are many reasons why you might want to move house right now. You may be finding the commute to work tough in winter weather. Or maybe you want to be in a better school catchment area. Unfortunately, most people are finding they are unable to move because they just can’t raise the funds needed. […]