Halloween and Guy Fawkes night have been and gone. The clocks have changed, and the shops are packed with Christmas decorations. There’s no other way to put this than in the words of House Stark: Winter is coming. If you’re home isn’t ready, now is the time to act. Perfecting your home for the colder […]
Home extensions that are worth considering
When you and your partner first moved into your home, it probably seemed perfect. Fast forward a few years, and you might have a couple of children and maybe a some pets too – your once spacious home can feel a little cramped. If you’re forever wishing you had your own home office or are fed up […]
Tackling the jobs you hate
We all have jobs we hate doing at home. What are the jobs you hate the most? The ones you put off, loathe doing and get irritated with? I’ve always really loathed cleaning the high chair, and I still think that has to be one of the worst parenting jobs ever, but in terms of […]
When to draw the line with DIY
Many DIYers strive to take care of their home completely by themselves. In the event that an appliance or fixture breaks, they turn to the internet and other resources to learn how to repair it. After reading about how to fix the appliance or fixture, DIYers often attempt to do the job on their own […]
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 […]
Disinfecting Vs cleaning
Disinfecting and cleaning is something we all have to do. How often do you clean and how often do you disinfect? Do you know the difference? Zoflora make a range of disinfectants that can help to keep your family safe from bacteria. These come in tiny little bottles and don’t look like much at all, […]
Stain removal: part one
Welcome to the first in our series of posts about stain removal. Before having children, things used to get stained ‘occasionally’, now, well lets say it’s a bit more frequent. It’s not deliberate on anyone’s part, more of an occupational hazard so to speak. Parenting requires you to be an expert in so many areas: […]
Developing cognitive skills at bathtime
What is bathtime like in your house? Busy? Stressful? Fun? Action packed? Bathtime has always been lots of fun in our house. It is busy of course but it has always been one of the children’s favourite parts of the day. Bathtime creates so many opportunities to share special moments with your children, as well […]