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AVG Ultimate - 2 Years Cover Competition
2017-03-03 07:00
A new competition to help you protect all your devices at home for 2 years! We have always been a fan of AVG's free antivirus service, but to give all the devices a full protection, AVG Ulti… Read More
LEGO NEXO KNIGHTS - Power Up
2017-03-02 09:16
Clay is over the moon with his new LEGO NEXO KNIGHTS sets! The NEXO KNIGHTS and the villains are getting more and more powerful, which are reflected in the new LEGO NEXT KNIGHTS construction… Read More
Pancake Day With Num Noms Series 3
2017-02-28 10:00
It's Num Noms series 3! We've been taking great inspirations from the Num Noms in the past with their delicious combinations, and they've inspired us with our Pancake Day fillings this year… Read More
Pancake Day - Breville's Crepe Maker
2017-02-28 09:00
It's Pancake day today, and we are super excited this year because we were sent a Breville's Traditional Crepe Maker to review! It's a fantastic gadget that sped up my pancake making process… Read More
Sublime Science For Our Science Party
2017-02-24 11:31
As mentioned in my previous post about Abby's birthday party, we hired Sublime Science for entertainment. We came across them by chance when I was searching the Internet for science par… Read More
Storks (DVD)
2017-02-23 11:30
I can do with a second week of half term holiday! We spent half of ours being ill, with the germs doing its round in the house. Luckily there was still plenty to do, so the kids didn't creat… Read More
Jelly Belly Jelly Beans - Party Favours
2017-02-23 09:00
So last Saturday Abby had her Science themed birthday party, which you can read more about through the purple link, and we were very lucky to have some of the party sponsored, to make it an… Read More
Abby's 9th Birthday Party
2017-02-22 11:38
Once upon a time, birthday parties were really easy to organise. An indoor soft play booked, and all I had to worry about was the cakes. For someone like me who's prone to forgetting somethi… Read More
Nintendo 3DS: Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World
2017-02-17 10:39
We've reviewed Yoshi's Woolly World on Nintendo Wii U a while back, and we really love how cute the game is. The kids absolutely adored Poochy, and have been fighting over the Poochy Power B… Read More
Paperpop Stationery Box - Galentine's Day
2017-02-09 12:29
Last month I made a batch of hand felted love heart pom pom paperclips for Paperpop.co.uk's Galentine's Day box, and it's here! It's really exciting to see one of my clip included in a subsc… Read More
Nailmatic Kids Nail Polish And Rollette
2017-02-08 11:48
I've heard about Nailmatic Kids quite a while ago, which started off as a range of children friendly nail polishes that doesn't contain all the nasty things, and can be washed off too… Read More
Golden Bear 2017
2017-02-07 11:11
A few weeks ago I went to the Toy Fair in London to catch up with the latest in the Toys industry, and met up with the lovely people I've been working with. 2017 is very exciting, and we can… Read More
LEGO Batman Movie Merchandise
2017-02-04 09:00
One more week until the LEGO Batman Movie is out! We are soo excited because we love the LEGO Batman and LEGO Justice League DVD series, as well as The LEGO Movie. The kids loved them so muc… Read More
HelloFresh Recipes Box - Family Box
2017-02-02 13:22
It's February and I still haven't settled back into our normal routine. I miss the week when we reviewed HelloFresh's Family Box because I didn't have to think about what to cook or go shopp… Read More
The Ā£2 Challenge
2017-01-31 09:00
Voucherbox.co.uk has teamed up with UK based charity Zamcog and set up a £2 challenge - feed each person in your family for £2 per head per day.It costs £2 to feed and educ… Read More
Gel-a-Peel #DesignaDiary
2017-01-24 09:00
If you've read my Gel-a-Peel posts, you might have realised by now that I did most of the crafting with them. It's not that Abby doesn't like them, but I basically took over all the Gel-a-Pe… Read More
Nintendo Switch - First Impression
2017-01-19 13:18
We've been keeping our eyes open for news about Nintendo's latest console - Nintendo Switch since October last year when we first heard about it, so I was thrilled to find out that I wa… Read More
Num Noms Lip Gloss Truck
2017-01-13 09:00
We are almost half way through January now (the days seem to go quicker even though they say that the Earth is rotating slower!), but I'd like to throw back to Christmas as Abby has received… Read More
Geronimo Festival 2017 - Bigger And Better!
2017-01-12 12:18
It's the beginning of the year and we are already busy planning this year's fun activities! At the moment we have:Chinese New Year Celebration at the end of January (Saturday 28th January if… Read More
Num Noms Series 3 And Lights Series 1
2017-01-05 14:45
If you are following me on social media, you might have seen my posts on Num Noms' new releases on Christmas and boxing day - Num Noms series 3 and Num Noms Lights series 1.We are crazy abou… Read More
2017-01-04 14:04
Happy New Year!Hope you all had a lovely break and had a great time celebrating Christmas and New Year! Our kids aren't starting school until coming Monday, which worked out well as we've ma… Read More
It's Almost Christmas! Num Noms Advent
2016-12-23 11:30
It's almost Christmas, meaning that it's almost time for the kids to open their Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Num Noms gifts from our #NumNomsAdvent! We have been having lots of fun findin… Read More
Christmas Around The World
2016-12-23 09:04
2 more days to go! The kids have just finished school yesterday and are now enjoying their Christmas holiday. This year especially, we've noticed a lot of different Christmas traditions with… Read More
Paperpop.co.uk Winter Box
2016-12-15 09:00
I've been enticed by all the sneak peek pictures for Paperpop.co.uk's Winter Box, and it's finally here! Everything is so lovely and definitely usable! They have done really well this season… Read More
Project MC2 Ultimate Spy Bag
2016-12-14 10:54
Have you heard of Project MC²? It's a TV series on Netflix about 4 super smart teens group together and use their science skills to save the day! As we don't have Netflix, I haven't hea… Read More
CBBC The Worst Witch Premiere
2016-12-13 13:10
We were one of the lucky family who got to see CBBC's new show The Worst Witch's premiere last Sunday, together with the casts and their family, and we had an amazing time! Not only was the… Read More
Underneath A Magical Moon
2016-12-09 12:00
Presented by tutti frutti and York Theatre Royal is the reimagining of Peter Pan, as told by Wendy Darling, Underneath a Magical Moon, which will be showing at the Waterside Art Centre in Ma… Read More
Num Noms Christmas Advent Calendar
2016-12-09 09:48
Out of all the blind pack toys we've reviewed this year, Num Noms is the kids favourite, which isn't a surprise because they smell incredibly yummy, and look super cute too!We were real… Read More
Gel-a-Peel #CraftyChristmas
2016-12-08 11:09
Thanks to inspirations from Gel-a-Peel, we've been doing a lot of crafting lately. We love how vibrant the colours are, and the gels are really easy to use too. They even smell nice after th… Read More
Nintendo 3DS Pokemon Sun And Pokemon Moon
2016-12-07 14:11
There was one Christmas gift I recommended on my Christmas Gifts Guide that we haven't reviewed at that time, which is Nintendo's latest Pokemon game on their 3DS system - Pokemon Sun a… Read More
Gel-a-Peel 3D Design Station And Neon Kit
2016-11-24 11:12
We've had lots of fun crafting with Gel-a-Peel's Deluxe Kit, and the lovely PR has kindly offered us their 3D Design Station and Neon Kit to review and help us with our creations! We really… Read More
Spy Gear Spy Go Action Camera
2016-11-23 11:30
Abby has been wanting a camera for a while, but we are always scared of her dropping or scratching it. When I heard that Spinmaster are looking for people to review their Spy Gear… Read More
Interplay FabLab: Style Lab
2016-11-22 11:30
As soon as I saw Style Lab from Interplay's FabLab range, I knew that it'll be a popular kit (it appeared to be one of their best sellers!), whether it's for a sleepover or birthday party, o… Read More
Stag Bakeries
2016-11-22 09:00
We were introduced to Stag Bakeries at Blog On MSI 2016 Winter event, and their food are really yummy! My favourite is their fruit cake, and I don't even like fruit cakes! I'd recommend them… Read More
Aldi Christmas Lights
2016-11-21 11:30
After writing up the Christmas Gift Guide, I'm a bit confused and have been thinking that it's December now! I really want to set up my Christmas tree and decorations, but hubby won't go int… Read More
Largest LEGO Store Opening Today In London!
2016-11-17 12:20
Sooo. I went to the Largest LEGO store's preview last night in London and Oh My God! It is amazing! It was unfortunate that the kids couldn't make it (still in school when I took the train)… Read More
Healthy Eating And Christmas Is Coming!
2016-11-17 09:00
Since January, I've been trying to change my lifestyle as I wanted to slim down again. We are spoiled with information on the Internet nowadays, and I've gathered quite a bit of information… Read More
John Adams - Gross Practical Jokes
2016-11-16 09:00
I was never into weird things like this John Adam's Gross Practical Jokes when I was a kid, but I must say that it's quite funny (it's hilarious) to trick the kids, or watch them trick each… Read More
John Adams - Zombie Magic
2016-11-15 11:47
Although Halloween is over, this John Adams's Zombie Magic kit will still make a great Christmas gift! We had a great laugh at the wriggly maggots and yucky brains, but Zombie Magic doesn't… Read More
GymCube - Personal Trainer
2016-11-15 09:11
Ahhh no, this isn't my GymCube 2in6 program completed post, but more like my GymCube reboot post. I was putting all the time I could spare into the Christmas Gifts Guide that I couldn't comp… Read More
Saltrock Women's Hoodie
2016-11-14 09:00
We loved Saltrock's children clothes they sent us last time for review, and they have kindly given me another opportunity to review something from their adults' range. When I logged on their… Read More
Whizz Pop Bang Science Magazine For Kids
2016-11-07 09:00
Another Christmas gift I would like to recommend for children who loves science is the Whizz Pop Bang science magazines (their bundles will make perfect gifts!).We were sent the previous 2 i… Read More
Brainstorm Toys RC Illuminated Moon
2016-11-04 11:30
Next is the Brainstorm Toys RC Illuminated Moon, which looks amazing at night in the kids' room as well like the 2 in 1 Globe - Earth & Constellations. And with the remote control, you c… Read More
Disney Star Darlings Starland Fashion Dolls
2016-11-03 09:00
Left to Right: Sage Starling, Libby Starling and Scarlet StarlingAren't the Disney Star Darlings dolls gorgeous?! Like yesterday's Disney Princess Hair Glow Rapunzel Doll, they are from JAKK… Read More
Disney Princess Hair Glow Rapunzel Doll
2016-11-02 11:30
We don't normally review dolls, but JAKKS Pacific's dolls this year are stunning and quite special, so we thought we'll review them here to give you a bit more details on why we think that t… Read More
Digital Kids Show 2016
2016-11-01 09:00
We had a great day out last Saturday at the Digital Kids Show in Manchester Event City!We arrived just after 10am when the door opened, and there was a really long queue already with ca… Read More
The Angry Birds Movie #AngryBirdsParty
2016-10-31 12:36
Have you participated in last Friday's Angry Birds Twitter Party #AngryBirdsParty? It was trending on Twitter during that evening, what a great start for half term! We were invited to partic… Read More
Nintendo 3DS: Disney Magical World 2
2016-10-26 09:20
Two years ago Nintendo released their first Disney Magical World for their 3DS family systems, and both me and Abby really loved the game. It was really fun to play, with cute graphics and c… Read More
Paper Pop Seasonal Stationery Box
2016-10-25 11:12
If you are following me on social media, you might have seen my posts about me being one of Paper Pop's PR team member, which I'm really excited about, because the stationery they put in the… Read More
Googly Eyes Game
2016-10-20 08:20
This is one funny game to play during Halloween half term and Christmas holidays! If you and your kids like a good laugh and be silly, read on about Googly Eyes.University Games brand new bo… Read More
Gel-a-Peel Deluxe Kit And #Geloween
2016-10-19 09:24
This is definitely one for the Christmas gift list! I first heard about Gel-a-Peel at Blog On MSI Winter 2016 blogger event, and the bright colourful tubes has caught my eyes. Initially I th… Read More
Baru Handcrafted Marshmallows
2016-10-17 10:30
It's getting really chilly lately, and I just feel like snuggling up under a blanket and have something warm with something sweet to take the miserable weather away (my workout downfall!).On… Read More
GymCube - Week 1
2016-10-17 09:44
It's the second week of my GymCube's 2 in 6 program. The first week was fairly rubbish really, because I either didn't want to exercise (I'm very honest), or I was swamped with work and coul… Read More
GBBO With Real Baking - Cake Pops
2016-10-13 10:37
Wow! Tudor week has proven to be very entertaining! I was really impressed with Andrew's interlocking pie gears, and his jousting knight was er, very entertaining too! 2 more episodes before… Read More
Fisher-Price Octonauts RC Gup K
2016-10-12 10:00
Clay has been and still is a big fan of Octonauts (see our previous Octonauts related posts). He has asked for an Octonauts Gup D toy ("I want the yellow crab mummy!") for his 5th birthday b… Read More
Ravensburger 3D Puzzle - Funky Owl
2016-10-12 09:13
When I attended Blog On MSI Winter 2016, the colourful 3D puzzle range by Ravensburger for children has caught my eyes while I was queuing for sign-up. I have built a vase that's simila… Read More
GymCube - 2 In 6 Program
2016-10-10 10:19
I've been really good with my health and fitness before and during (surprisingly!) our Summer holiday, but ever since we came back, I started binge eating on all the yummy goodies we bought… Read More
Digital Kids Show This Month!
2016-10-09 10:53
How will you be spending Halloween weekend this month? We'll be heading to Manchester's Event City for the Digital Kids Show! I highly recommend it for families, especially if someone is a f… Read More
Blog On MSI Winter 2016
2016-10-08 14:35
It's been a while since I last attended a blogger's event. Initially I was planning to attend Blog On 2017 as I missed the one this year, but the amazing organiser Laura (also blogs at … Read More
#GBBO With Real Baking - Chocolate
2016-09-29 10:39
Another fantastic Great British Bake Off (GBBO) episode last night! 3 more weeks to go! I'm going to miss seeing Mary in the show next year, it just wouldn't be the same without the original… Read More
Largest LEGO Store Opening In The UK!
2016-09-12 08:28
Oh wow! Next time we are in London we must visit the new LEGO retail store in Leicester Square, which will be the largest flagship in the whole world!The new LEGO store will be opened on 17t… Read More
Timeline - British History Competition
2016-09-08 10:19
It's Back to School week (although our kids already went back last Thursday), and Timeline is launching its British History version of the game in October, which I think will be fantastic fo… Read More
Nintendo 3DS - Disney Art Academy
2016-08-27 08:00
Two years ago we've reviewed Nintendo's Nintendo 3DS Pokemon Art Academy, and found it an amazing drawing game that really teaches children how to draw while playing. Their drawing tool… Read More
It Is Holiday Time!
2016-07-26 08:29
Image from http://hdwallpaperscargo.com/We are flying tomorrow!The kids are super excited about the trip, not only will they remember the experience of flying in an airplane this time… Read More
Versatile Summer Dresses
2016-07-20 08:00
I haven't done an adult fashion post for quite some time now, because I'm really self conscious and have been trying to hide from cameras. Although I'm not at my goal size yet, Summer holida… Read More
Back To School With Debenhams
2016-07-19 10:26
As we'll be going away for 3.5 weeks and most likely using the last 1.5 weeks to fix our jet lag, I had to sort everything for the new school year before our holiday. I'm extremely organised… Read More
Rory's Story Cubes - Batman
2016-07-18 09:32
Couple of years ago we saw Abby's friends playing with Rory's Story Cubes, and loved the idea as it encourages children to use random pictures from the cubes to create a story, helping them… Read More
Slimming With FORZA
2016-07-15 10:11
Disclaimer: I was sent items to try out and blog about my experience, whether it's good or bad. Do note that my experience (how my body react to the products, etc) isn't necessary going to b… Read More
Travelling Game: Name That By Megableu
2016-07-08 08:00
As we will be travelling soon, travel size games will definitely come in handy. Although there will be entertainment on the plane, we will be in it for a good 12 hours, so I can't count on t… Read More
Smiggle At Manchester Arndale
2016-07-07 08:00
Smiggle at Manchester ArndaleI have an extremely soft spot for stationery and everything colourful, so when the invitation to Smiggle's G'Day UK bloggers event came in, I was more excit… Read More
New Nintendo 3DS UK Ambassador - Ella Eyre
2016-07-05 10:04
When Nintendo UK contacted us with news about them looking for a Nintendo 3DS ambassador, I was feeling a bit nervous for them. We absolutely love Nintendo, and love how family friendly they… Read More
SodaStream
2016-06-29 08:00
About 3 weeks ago, we've taken on Sodastream's #PlasticBottleChallenge, to see whether we can cut down on our plastic bottle (and other recyclable drink containers) consumption by using Soda… Read More

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