You're never too old for a stocking! Ideally, the contents should be cute, useful and thoughtful. Here are some excellent little gifts that kids, teens and grown-ups will love. FOR KIDS Spy pens, £3.95 / Popcorn set, £3.95 / Rainbow eraser, £1.95 Whale ruler, £3.95 - all by Rex London Star ...
Things to do in November
November is a special month, don't you think? In pre-Christian times, it was called Samhain and marked the start of the Celtic winter. Although strictly speaking winter doesn't actually start in the UK until 22 December, it's still possible to detect that subtle shift in the air. At the beginning of ...
Does shopping make me happy?
I’ve always loved shopping. I was the little girl with a pretend gift shop in her bedroom and a novelty rubber from every corner of the British Isles. I’ve always believed that buying stuff has the magical ability to make me happy. In my teens and twenties, it became all about the clothes. I ...
JUMPER LOVE
It's officially cosy knit season! 99% of the time you'll find me wearing a classic jumper and jeans combo. It's a bit of fashion arithmetic that really adds up. Here are four snuggly jumpers that I have been wearing and loving Green crew Neck Cable Jumper, £14.00, Matalan / Scarf, £14.99, ...
MAKE TIME FOR FIKA!
What is fika? It's another one of those alluringly simple Scandinavian concepts. This one is from Sweden and it means making time in your day to socialise over a good cup of coffee and a homemade treat. Conversation The coffee and cake are important, but the really crucial bit is the ...