Apple Slinky … and Why We Love it …

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Are you looking for a way to get your kids to eat their apples? Well, look no further because I found it with an Apple Slinky. I first discovered these many years ago and since then it has proved to be one of the most used devices in my kitchen. Basically, the Apple Slinky will […]

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Blogs I Love to Follow … Not Quite Nigella …

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Like a lot of other bloggers, I have created a page where I will compile a list of blogs that I love to follow. I intend to add the names one at a time because, rather than just create a list, I would like to do a whole blog post about each of these wonderful […]

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Jam Drops …

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Jam Drops are an old favourite in my house! I first remember learning to cook these during Home Economics in High School so here is my version that I’ve been cooking for years. It’s a simple recipe using basic ingredients but it turns out perfectly every time! Jam Drops … Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … […]

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Bath Towel Buying Guide & Country Road Towels Product Review …

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Recently I decluttered and organised our main bathroom … wow, what a difference! I can’t believe how much “stuff” I was able to get rid of! Bathroom cupboards and drawers can accumulate so many things like out-of-date cosmetics and skincare, old hair straighteners and hair dryers, half empty bottles of moisturisers, broken hair bands and […]

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Party Invitations … Spiderman … Free to Download …

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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 […]

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Lamb Shank and Vegetable Soup …

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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 […]

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Easter Egg Bag Toppers … Free to Download …

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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 […]

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

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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 […]

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Easter Egg/Gift Shopping List … Free to Download …

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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 […]

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The Naked Cowboy … New York City …

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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 […]

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How to Organise the Bathroom Drawers (Part 2) …

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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 […]

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Lemon and Coconut Bliss Balls …

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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. Lemon and Coconut Bliss Balls … Author: […]

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