Last year I offered to decorate the venue for my sister’s wedding which, because I love balloons, consisted of creating balloon bouquet centrepieces for the tables. We weren’t permitted to attach anything to the walls to decorate the space but I think the balloon clusters are an effective way to decorate a vast empty room on a budget because it fills the lofty, vaulted ceiling space and brings an instant party vibe. Plus, you can easily see the other guests across the tables when you use balloons as the centrepieces rather than big floral arrangements. And the added bonus is that when the tab ..read more

Collaborative feature Bank holidays and half-terms can be expensive times, especially if you want to keep your older kids and teens active, entertained and learning while they’re away from school. Here are some ideas that you can use that’ll hopefully save you some money while helping your children to have a fun holiday. 1. Getting active Often there are more activities available during the half-term holidays to help keep youngsters active outside of school, so check out the schedules of your local leisure centre or sports club. I recently wrote about healthy activities that can be enjoyed by ..read more

Advertisement feature We want to have the time to take care of our health and wellbeing, whether that’s going to a gym or visiting a support group. However, with our lives being busier than ever, adding yet another location to visit during the day can start to feel overwhelming! The good news is, that because of evolving technology, there are now many ways to boost your health and wellbeing from the comfort of your very own home. Read on to discover what they are…  Remote Counselling  The first health and wellbeing-boosting option to consider is remote counselling. Instead of trave ..read more

Collaborative feature I’ve never considered myself a sporty person. In fact, I was the kind of teen who avoided PE lessons at all costs, only turning up when it was table tennis time. However, I’ve since realised the importance of daily movement and am now always looking for new ways to get active. The thing is that I don’t like ‘exercise’. However, this isn’t really true because I love to run around, jump about and play games – I just won’t be hitting the gym for a workout any time soon. I prefer to enjoy movement in a way that doesn’t feel like a chore; more of an enjoyable way to exercise ..read more

Advertisement feature While you may be trying to save money and avoid unnecessary costs, skipping dental checkups could lead to significant issues and costly treatments in the long run. I’ve recently heard of friends and family members having to spend £££s on dentistry when problems have occurred. Naturally, dental checkups may turn into more when your dentist notices an issue with your teeth. From managing cavities to removing plaque, appointments can cost a lot but they will improve your health AND save you money on future treatments to resolve bigger problems. Here’s another thing to ..read more

Advertisement feature Let’s jump right into the nitty-gritty of drawing investors to your small business. Sure, a brilliant idea and a solid business plan are important, but there’s more to the story. You need to pinpoint exactly why your business could use a financial boost, make your venture utterly compelling to potential investors, and nail the timing of your approach. So settle in; we’re about to explore some clever tactics that could have investors lining up at your doorstep. Why: Understanding The Need For Investment First things first, why do you even need an investor? Before sprinti ..read more

Some items have been gifted I’m always keen to have something in the calendar to enjoy, whether that’s tickets for a show, a new movie release, a local festival or an art exhibition. It’s so uplifting to have an event or activity to look forward to so, if I have something planned for the coming weekend, I’m happy. Plus, if you make some plans in advance, you can incorporate seeing friends and having some fun at the event together. This is why I’m sharing some of the things I can’t wait to see this spring summer; you can put a date in your diary now and make sure you don’t miss these fun event ..read more

Advertisement feature In the world of small business, finding the right financial support can be crucial. This is where microloans come into play, offering a helping hand to those who don’t have access to traditional banking services. When it comes to accessing easy and fast financial solutions, you can read a handy guide on credit lines by Digido, an online lender with a fully automated online portal offering innovative, customer-friendly financial solutions. Now, let’s understand how microloans can make a big impact on small businesses. What are microcredits? Microcredit ..read more

Advertisement feature There are many things you can choose for the child celebrating their first twelve months on earth and I’ve put together a few ideas below for those that are feeling a bit stumped. Keep on reading to find out more and hopefully get inspired. The best part is, the gift you choose doesn’t have to cost a fortune, it can be something you make yourself. Either way, your gift will mean a lot to the family and the little one-year-old on their special day.  A personalised photo book A great gift idea is a personalised photo book. You could get together an array of photos f ..read more

Collaborative feature I’ve realised that I haven’t fully shared my recent kitchen makeover on my blog so today I’m putting together some tips to DIY your own kitchen revamp, without the massive expense. Believe me when I say that we had a tight budget but we managed to complete our new kitchen for much less than planned, even with the cost of new appliances, cabinets, flooring, electrics and decorating supplies. Here’s how: What can you reuse? My first tip for any project is to figure out what you already have that you can reuse. Are the cabinet carcases good enough that you only need to rep ..read more