The Micro Scooters Christmas Gift Guide for Kids
From the Cruiser and Sprite to the Mini Deluxe available in a whole range of colours and patterns – make Christmas extra special with a personalised set of wheels from Micro Scooters UK. #ad
Could a switch in milk solve children’s tummy troubles? #ad
Tummy troubles are a common problem in younger children, according to recent research, causing them to miss out on many important childhood experiences. The causes of this stomach upset are often misunderstood but, in some cases, if the child is struggling with the A1 protein in regular cows’ milk, switching to a2 Milk™ could make …
Num Noms-Inspired Easter Chocolate Bark
A recipe & giveaway celebrating the release of Num Noms Series 5! Happy Easter weekend everyone! This week, in the lead up to the holidays, my children have been getting creative in the kitchen, celebrating the release of Num Noms Series 5! Num Noms, for those of you not in the know, are these adorable …
Doodle Your World: Make it More #Ribenary!
In collaboration with Ribena Doodle Your World. This summer Ribena have launched a brand new app to make your world more Ribenary: Doodle Your World! This augmented reality app allows users to animate videos and photos with the playful Ribenary characters which you can then share on your social media channels. The concept behind the …
My Summer ‘Crafting With Kids’ Wish List
In collaboration with The Works. The summer holidays are nearly upon us! Where has the time flown! In fact, today is the last day of this school term for my children as we’re heading away a few days early for a weekend Chocolate Experience in Brussels! Yes, it’s been ok’d by the school – we’re …
Wall Pops! {Review & Giveaway}
Go wild with removable and repositionable peel and stick wall art! WallPops is an American based decor company who have recently branched out into the UK market. They produce a range of removable, repositionable wall decals with peel and stick convenience – some of today’s most stylish wall art! WallPops are made of a high quality, durable vinyl …
How to Throw a Children’s Baking Birthday Party
“This was the best birthday party I’ve ever been to!” – 8 year old party guest. This month saw my beautiful, clever and incredibly talented daughter turn eight years old. She doesn’t get a big birthday party celebration every year, but when she does I like to try and make it a little bit extra …
Fraser Bear’s Snow Story {Competition}
A competition for the kids – finish the story to win a £250 House of Fraser voucher! To celebrate the toy section of their website, House of Fraser have launched a special competition for children – finish the Fraser Bear story in pictures or 200 words or less and share on your blog or their …
New in the Kids’ Corner – Sylvanian Families & more!
That’s the summer holidays finished. This morning I sent my youngest off, hand in hand with his big sister, for his first day of school. I watched him for a few minutes from the doorway of his classroom as he sat at his desk, chin propped in his hand, listening to every word his new …
Rock Pooling with Colin the Crab & a Gone Crabbing Giveaway
We’ve had some pretty glorious weather up here in Shetland this summer. Temperatures have regularly been hitting the 20’s, which, in Shetland, is considered a heat wave! On one fine sunny day we decided to go rock pooling at Leebitton, a place we’d never been before but we were told by a nature loving friend …
Toasted Sesame Noodles + Yumbox Review & Giveaway
After several months of nagging from my two older children, I finally caved in and started making them packed lunches for school. I figured if I was going to have to make them packed lunches every day I was going to have a bit of fun with it and I started making them Bento lunches. …
Mister Maker Cake Kit #KidsCorner Review
I’m one of those mean Mums who never buys their children boxed fairy cake mixes. My excuse is always that it’s cheaper and tastier to make it from scratch at home.
A Visit to Shetland’s New Skatepark & A Tutu Review
On the 17th of May this year The Shetland Skatepark Association saw their dream of having a skatepark here in Shetland finally realised. More than 20 skaters and BMX bikers attended the official opening, which we read all about in that Friday’s Shetland Times weekly newspaper.
Mr. Nutcase Review & 10% Discount
Hi, I’m Ronan! I am 14 and this is my first blog post ever.
Kids’ Corner – 17 May 2014
Kid’s Corner has proved to be quite popular this week, which is heartening! The word is spreading! We had nine fantastic entries with reviews ranging from the most adorable trendy baby clothes, to Chewits sweeties made into a gorgeous rocky road treat, a children’s book review, tamagotchi friends (they’re back!), beaded bracelets and a selection …
#KiaWalkToSchool
I love treasure hunts. I’m a big kid at heart myself, so when I saw that Tots100 was hosting a #KiaWalkToSchool treasure hunt photo competition my heart leapt with excitement.
Kids’ Corner – 10 May 2014
I’m delighted that we had quite a few entries in the second Kids’ Corner linky – the word is getting out! This week we had a children’s game app review, a family review of a children’s toy game, some family fun time crafting, a review of a nifty belt gadget which keeps kiddies firmly in …
Kids’ Corner – 3 May 2014
Well, that’s the very first week of Kids’ Corner completed! I have to say my new blogging challenge hasn’t taken the parent blogging world by storm as much as I’d hoped. It’s really hard to get noticed in such a massive community, and there are so many fabulous linkys out there already!
World Book Day – Printable Colour-in Book by Eggnogg
We’re a family of avid readers. From a very young age I was eagerly devouring the contents of my mother’s book shelf and I am delighted to have passed this trait onto my own children. We can never get enough!
Vampire Lady Fingers
Halloween was A Big Thing where I grew up in rural Canada. During the entire month of October village gardens and windows would be adorned with Halloween and Autumn themed decorations.