Party Invitations … Spiderman … Free to Download …

April 18, 2014
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If you’re looking for a theme or a cute idea for your next birthday party, here’s a Spiderman themed invitation to get you started.   I’m having so much fun creating these great Birthday Invitations as well as all the other Planners, Checklists and Organisers for my lovely readers to download. This week I have available this Spiderman invitation for you to download and print completely free. That’s right, completely free … no cost at all. Just click on the download button below or visit the “Free Downloads” tab on the right-hand side of this page where you … read more

Lamb Shank and Vegetable Soup …

April 16, 2014
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I love soup and nothing warms me in winter quite like a delicious, hearty bowl of homemade soup … a little bowl of goodness!! I haven’t had much success with lamb shanks in the past but I was determined not to give up, so I tried again … and boy, I’m glad I did. This recipe produced a richly-flavoured soup with tender, succulent lamb that literally fell off the bone. I served this with thickly sliced Sour Dough Bread (toasted), sprinkled with grated cheddar cheese and a dash of parmesan and then popped under the grill for just a couple of minutes! Yummy, … read more

Easter Egg Bag Toppers … Free to Download …

April 14, 2014
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  Yesterday I shared with you the Easter “Bunny Tails” Bag Topper here so today I am sharing a similar version of the same idea but this time using Chocolate Easter Eggs instead of Marshmallows. Exchanging Easter eggs with their friends is something my girls loved to do at school (when they were younger) and this little project is creative and fun. It’s also much cheaper than buying individual eggs for each friend. To complete this little activity, you will need 1 or 2 bags of small, individually wrapped chocolate Easter Eggs. These Bag Toppers have been … read more

Easter “Bunny Tails” Bag Toppers … Free to Download …

April 12, 2014
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  When my girls were younger, they loved giving their friends a small bag of chocolate Easter eggs or Marshmallows at Easter time. It was just a small gesture that encouraged them to share and get into the spirit and fun of Easter. So, if you’re looking to do something similar, here’s a simple idea that’s loads of fun and easy to make … Easter “Bunny Tails” Bag Toppers.   I’ve created these cute little Easter “Bunny Tails” Bag Toppers to share with my lovely readers. This isn’t a new idea and there are loads of different designs available to buy on the … read more

Easter Egg/Gift Shopping List … Free to Download …

April 10, 2014
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  Easter may be just around the corner but it’s not too late to get organised. If Easter has snuck up on you, download your free copy of my Easter Egg/Gift Shopping List and get back on track. I’ve been using this list for over 15 years as it helps me decide who I need to buy for, what I intend to buy, where and how much it will cost. I’ve “jazzed” it up with a cute little bunny and some colourful Easter Eggs but it’s essentially the same list. It’s a great little tool that helps me stick to my Easter Budget because it allows me to plan and prepare. This is … read more

The Naked Cowboy … New York City …

April 8, 2014
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  I ♥ N Y … you will see that message emblazoned on t-shirts everywhere you look and I guarantee that, once you’ve visited, it will steal your heart as well. We’ve been to New York City twice now and, on our first visit with the kids, we encountered the Naked Cowboy, who has become one of New York’s top tourist attractions.   So who is he? The Naked Cowboy (alias Robert John Burck) is a rather colourful street performer who can be found at Times Square. He wears a cowboy hat, cowboy boots and underpants and his only prop is a guitar, which is … read more

How to Organise the Bathroom Drawers (Part 2) …

April 6, 2014
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  Last week, my decluttering task was to clean out the top drawer in the main bathroom and I’m pleased to announce “Mission Accomplished”. Doesn’t it feel great to achieve something that’s been on your “To Do List”?   This week I’ve decided to tackle the next two drawers. The top drawer held most of Miss 21’s makeup and skincare and I found the perfect solution at Howards Storage. You can read that story here.   The other two drawers were going to store bulkier items so this is how I tackled organising those:   I removed everything … read more

Lemon and Coconut Bliss Balls …

April 4, 2014
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I’m always looking for new and exciting things to add to my daughters’ lunchboxes. These Lemon and Coconut Bliss Balls are a great little healthy snack and you can whip them up in not time at all. These are a particularly great option because they contain no nuts. 5.0 from 1 reviews Lemon and Coconut Bliss Balls …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 ½ cups shredded coconut (or substitute desiccated coconut) 3 ½ cups Corn Flakes 1 x 400g can Sweetened Condensed Milk 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from 1 lemon) 3 tablespoons freshly … read more

10 Reasons to Make Your Bed Every Morning …

April 2, 2014
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  What’s the first chore or job you complete in the morning? For me, I always make the bed when I get up (unless, of course, hubby is still asleep) and open the curtains. I suppose it’s a habit that I developed from a young age, so here are ten good reasons to make the bed every day:   It’s a simple task. It’s not difficult to make the bed and a smooth, made bed just feels so much nicer and cleaner. Simply pull up and straighten the sheets, blankets and bedspread, plump and tidy the pillows and your done … so simple even the kids can do … read more

Party Invitations … Little Monsters … Free to Download …

March 31, 2014
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Perfect for an upcoming party for a small child, I’ve created this cute birthday invitation that’s available for you to download and print (just click on the download button below or visit the “Free Downloads” tab on the right-hand side of this page).   In the coming weeks, I will create more gorgeous invitations for you to download for free. That’s right, totally free, so stay tuned!   Simply click on the link below, download and print. Each invitation will print in A4 size.   Please remember to visit frequently, as more invitations … read more

A Letter to My Girls …

March 29, 2014
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Today, I thought I would share a letter I wrote to my beautiful daughters a couple of years ago …     To my Darling Girls,   The road you travel through your teenage years can be full of potholes and obstacles, destined to trip you as you walk this difficult path. But with a positive attitude, a big smile and a guiding hand along the way, your journey need not be so tough. Reach out and take our hands and we’ll tread this path together. You don’t ever need to walk alone and, remember, we will always be there to catch you should you … read more

Chilli Con Carne …

March 27, 2014
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This is a favourite in my house and I cook it quite often. Chilli Con Carne is basically a stew containing meat (usually beef), capsicums, tomatoes and beans. While the name suggests that this will be a spicy dish, it’s really up to you whether you make it mild or hot. This recipe is for quite a mild version that my kids gobble up and for anyone who likes it a bit spicier, I simply add sweet chilli sauce to their individual serve. It’s so simple to prepare and is suitable to freeze. And the thing I love most about this dish, it’s perfect for sneaking in extra … read more

How to Organise the Bathroom Drawers (Part 1) …

March 25, 2014
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  Bathroom drawers can get very messy, especially if you have teenage girls living in the house and they have a particular fondness for makeup. Raise your hand now if you know what I’m talking about!   Miss 21 has claimed the main bathroom as hers, which is okay because hubby and I have an ensuite and Miss 15 uses the powder room. Everyone has a bathroom, so everyone is happy! But I will own up to being frustrated at how messy the drawers can get, so it was time to take some action. Here are my top tips for how to go about cleaning out the bathroom … read more

Chocolate Raspberry Muffins …

March 23, 2014
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Okay, so a muffin isn’t necessarily going to be the healthiest snack out there but this recipe is definitely an improvement on one of my old favourites. I’ve added apple puree, which reduces the quantity of butter used and I also used low fat or skim milk, which I do in most of my recipes. These two things add up to less saturated fat and also fewer calories (or kilojoules). Try these little gems and see what you think. My verdict … yum!! Chocolate Raspberry Muffins …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 ¾ cups plain flour (I … read more

An Attitude for Gratitude …

March 21, 2014
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  Let’s be real … life can be tough … very tough! You only have to watch the nightly news for evidence of the stuff that’s happening, not just in our own backyard but indeed all around the world. It would be so easy to let fear take hold and to hide in our own safe little homes never going outside but who wants to live like that? And sometimes, we don’t even have to look outside our own homes to realize that challenges are everywhere. Some days just feel like an endless rerun of the day before as we all search in vain for this thing called “domestic … read more