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VALENTINE’S DAY DISASTERS // why the not-so-perfect ones are often the best
Valentine’s Day Disasters – sometimes the worst attempts make the best memories.
HOW TO MAKE YOUR FLOWERS LAST // tips from a fabulous florist
Tips and tricks from professional florist Julie Davies
BATTLING THE BLOGGING BLAHS // how i’m getting my groove back
After struggling to get motivated, I’ve come up with a plan to blow away my blogging cobwebs…
STYLISH AUTUMN FASHION // why I love this joanna hope leather jacket from jd williams
When I was invited to try an autumn jacket, I knew it had to be this stunning contemporary style.
HEAVENLY INTERIORS // scandi-style angel chairs from sloane & sons
Reviewing the luxurious Scandi-style padded angel chair, from Sloane and Sons.
STARRY, STARRY NIGHT // stylish sleepwear from somerville
Who said pyjamas can’t be stylish? A review of Somerville’s stylish loungewear.
BELLE OF THE BALL // whimsical girls’ dresses
Stunning party dress designs from designer children’s label, Monnalisa
ANGEL’S FACE // q&a with designer & creator, keely deininger
Even as a little girl Keely Deininger knew exactly what she wanted to do with her life. ‘I want to be a fashion designer and…
STAR OF THE SHOW // monnalisa kids’ dungarees
Big Sis shows how dungarees can be practical AND stylish
SUMMER STYLE // finding the perfect wedding outfit
I was set a challenge by M&S Bank to find the perfect summer wedding outfit for £125
THE FINISHING FLOURISH // stylish scandi prints
The perfect finishing touch – Scandi-style contemporary artwork from Desenio.
ALL THAT GLITTERS // stunning handcrafted jewellery
Classic and elegant Personalised jewellery, from Jane Koening
MY MAGICAL MOTHER’S DAY // how to create the perfect afternoon tea
My delightful Mother’s Day afternoon tea
WIN A CHAMPNEYS SPA DAY FOR TWO // worth over £300!
Just in time for Mother’s Day – your chance to win an indulgent pamper day, and some precious time to yourself.
LEAFY WARS & GRUFFALO TOURS // our family day in wendover woods
Would the girls’ Berghaus parka-style waterproof coats withstand the riguers of meeting an actual real(ish) Gruffalo?
NEW SEASON, NEW STYLE // customised denim jacket
How I used iron-on patches to create a customised denim jacket for Lil Sis.
LOVE THE SALES // the best internet style & fashion steals
The female population of the world falls into two distinct camps: those who have small, dainty handbags and those who have huge totes filled with…
COSY, CLASSY & FUN // milk & biscuits kids’ fashion
Lil Sis was thrilled to review some contemporary winter fashion, with this gorgeous Deer Cocoon Coat from Milk & Biscuits. Plus read all about their creative pop-up shop!
About me
I’m Jacqui – a 40+ freelance journalist & lifestyle blogger.
I’ve been a magazine features writer for over 20 years, and in 2009 became one of the UK’s original ‘Mummy Bloggers’.
I’m proud mum to two funny & spirited girls; born summer 2008 and autumn 2010, and we all live just outside London with OH and our youngest baby – a miniature dachshund, named Frankie.
