Last-Minute Party Ideas
It’s good to be prepared, but sometimes spontaneous plans can actually be the best. Throwing a last-minute party can be a lot of fun for everyone involved, but for the host, there’s also some extra stress associated with planning an event with no time to spare! If you’re thinking of hosting a party but you don’t have a lot of time to plan, then here are some of the best last-minute party ideas you can use to make any gathering a...
This woman had a day off. And the day off was good.
So last week I was planning my day off, remember? I had it all worked out, thanks to One4all, and I was really looking forward to selfishly enjoy every last second. So at the end of the week I put my plan into action. I took a day off. via GIPHY I Took.ADay.Off. I KNOW! It wasn’t actually too tricky – I don’t have kids young enough to need military-style childcare in place; my youngest is 11 now, and as long as...
Suffering through Blue Monday? Frankly, This Woman Needs A Day Off.
Today’s Blue Monday. Before I even knew it was a ‘thing’, I definitely knew it was a thing. We all recognise it, don’t we? Christmas is done, the parties are over, the pretty sparkly lights are back in the loft. Work’s busier than you can handle, the weather is bloody miserable, and payday is still such a very very long way away. Frankly, if payday wasn’t quite so far off (and the credit card...
Update your kitchen basics for less
The kitchen is probably the most-used room of the house – and often the most battered, and the most neglected. Is it time you stepped back and took a look – and perhaps organised a nice cheap basics refresh? And no, I’m not talking a whole new kitchen; you probably don’t need new cupboards or a cooker. And even if you do, your budget probably won’t pay for it. Everyone’s kitchen generally works...
The Top 5 Reasons to Purchase Boiler Insurance
Any home that has to deal with the cold months of the year needs a boiler. To survive the harsh winters, you must have a well-installed boiler in your home. Is this an unnecessary expense that requires service every few months? Essentials should not be sacrificed for financial reasons. Insurance can be purchased if you’re concerned about additional expenditures after the purchase. In this article, you can get more information...
Having a Clearout? Top Tips for Keeping Your Home Tidy
While we all know the secret to a tidy home is to clean it every single day, that is a daydream that most of us struggle to achieve. But one look at the growing clutter in your bedroom is enough of a warning that it’s time for a clearout. Whether you start including daily 5 minute cleanups to your routine or want to stay on top of the junk for good, here are our top tips for keeping your home tidy: By Halfpoint Shutterstock...