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Summer Hair, Don’t Care
The easy summer hairstyle I wear on repeat (and how you can too)
Aug 22 • 
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A Practical Guide to Fancy Flowers on a Budget
How to make flowers last longer, up-chic supermarket roses, make a few stems go a long way, and everything else you need to know...
May 27 • 
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Bits and Bobs
Some good words, tips for making the best coffee, and a couple of simple spring recipes
Apr 16 • 
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Be My Valentine
Thoughtful ways to say I love you, plus a couple of beautiful poems
Feb 11 • 
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Reading for Pleasure
How to find the time and a list of (very good) books
Feb 4 • 
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What To Wear This Winter
A love story with plaid minis, pencil skirts and very brightly coloured tights
Nov 4, 2024 • 
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Vintage Shopping Favourites
Top tips and go-to sources for buying second hand clothes
Sep 21, 2024 • 
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A few favourites for looking the best version of myself
I’m not one for wearing much make-up, nor do I have the patience for an elaborate or demanding skincare regime. I wish I did, but I know myself well…
Jun 15, 2024 • 
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40 Lessons at 40
40 things I wish I'd known all along
Jun 1, 2024 • 
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Plans for Easter
Thoughts on how to decorate the table, what to cook, plans for the egg hunt and other fun (largely chocolate-y) things
Mar 19, 2024 • 
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