I’ve been saying for years that N needed a new bed. As soon as he grew out of the cotbed really. He just inherited the bed that was originally in his room, and that was the old bed that had been the OH’s teenage bed. Yes, a 35 year old hideous floral 1980s divan bed….
Tips for camping in storms and keeping hold of your tent
On our annual camping trip we’ve always been fairly lucky until this year. Usually we have 1 day that’s a bit drizzly, but the rest are reasonable. We have had to rush on the last day to beat the rain’s arrival when striking camp. And we’ve ‘slept’ through winds, ending up with a broken pole…
Car Tyres: Essential Tyre Care Tips
*Paid collaborative post When you need to buy tyres, you should opt for good quality ones and avoid used or part-worn ones. Even if you opt for a budget tyre rather than a premium one, it is better to buy new because then you know how long you can expect your choice to last. However,…
Big bike little bike. Bike gears explained to kids
One of the biggest things in a child’s early life is learning to ride a bike. We made sure that we started N early on a balance bike and I swear by these. By the time he was 4 he was straight onto her normal push bike within a few minutes and no accidents. It…
How to clean a burnt saucepan
It’s not often I post about home tips (because ours isn’t really an example of amazing DIY, decor or house keeping). But sometimes I discover handy solutions to issues and I must share them. The latest is how to clean a burnt saucepan. *contains affiliate links I was making chocolate blancmange to use up milk….
