featured posts
THE 5 PODCASTS YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO RIGHT NOW!
The most shocking, fascinating and informative podcasts I’ve recently enjoyed
SPECTACULAR SPAIN – 5 FUN & QUIRKY THINGS TO DO
We all know the famous Spanish landmarks, but have you heard of these quirkier pastimes?
5 LIFE ADMIN TASKS YOU NEED TO DO RIGHT NOW!
These simple tasks take just minutes, but can save you money and hours of hassle.
THE MOST DELICIOUS MEAT I NEVER TASTED // my swaledale review
Don’t restrict yourself to bangers & burgers on the BBQ, grill up some native breed meat
8 WAYS TO INSPIRE CREATIVITY // easy things to do in lockdown
What I’ve done to stave off boredom, inspire creativity and pass the time productively
MOISSANITES ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND // the stunning diamond alternative
These man-made diamond alternatives are almost as hard, twice as sparkly and one-tenth the price
FIGURING OUT WHAT CAN YOU AFFORD // how to buy a house within your means
Your home is your biggest financial commitment – make sure you can comfortably afford it
FINDING THE BEST MORTGAGE FOR YOUR FAMILY
The mortgage process can be time consuming and confusing, so why not leave it to the experts?
HOW TO TRANSFORM ANY ROOM WITH STUNNING WALL STICKERS
When the 10-year-old wanted to redecorate her bedroom I turned to the sticky side
HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY WORK WITH A BLOGGER
Insider tips and tricks from someone who’s seen the good, the bad and the ugly
AN UNEXPECTED PROBLEM // why you need to check your tyres post-lockdown
Before getting back behind the wheel, make sure you check your tyres
ALLOWING YOUR SELF ESTEEM TO SOAR // helping adolescents to believe in themselves
Mindscreen ad-post; all thoughts my own I happen to think my kids are amazing. To me, their talents shine out of them like flood lights…
ARE DYSON CORDLESS VACUUMS WORTH THE COST? // here are my thoughts after buying one
They’re pricey, but are they worth it? What I thought of the Dyson V7 cordless vacuum
GORGEOUS GIFTS // incredible 35% black friday discount from nordgreen
One third off the price of a stunning designer watch for one third off – discount code in post
GETTING ON THE PROPERTY LADDER // how to work out what you can comfortably afford
See at a glance how much you should apply for, and what it will cost you to pay back
THE WARM FUZZIES // how to find the perfect rug to warm up your home
You don’t have to spend hundreds of pounds to get the rug you love
NORDGREEN // leading the way with quality, care & compassion
Nordgreen – the eco-conscious Danish company creating beautiful timepieces
MOVING IN REVERSE // how to release equity without having to sell your home
Worrying about retirement? One option is to take a ‘reverse mortgage’.
TO SCRUB, OR NOT TO SCRUB // Is It Genius Or Lazy To Hire A Cleaner?
Are cleaners essential, or an extravagance?
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.
