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Car care tips you can do in lockdown

I am a disaster when it comes to car issues. But now that I cannot access service garages to get my car checked I have taken a more DIY approach to car care. I have researched basic safety tips to consider during this pandemic for vehicle care at home. If you are living in London, Essex or any other prime locations, you are well aware that pandemic has caused a lot of chaos and people prefer…
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Benefits of arts and crafts' activities with children

Arts and crafts aren’t just a fun way to distract the kids, there are plenty of benefits to letting them get messy with some paints. By promoting the use of arts and crafts, you’re providing them with a healthy way of developing some essential skills. Why not get stuck in yourself and enjoy bonding with your little one while exploring their creative side? Here are just a few of the many…
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How to turn your children into green-fingered geniuses

Although it might not seem like it, Spring is on its way and there’s no better time to introduce your children to the joys of gardening. It’s a really fun and productive way to spend time outside and, if they get the gardening bug now, it’s a hobby that may stay with them forever. There are also so many good lessons to be learned from it as an activity, and that’s why schools are also…
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Money-saving gifts for everyone on your list

No matter the occasion, choosing the ideal gift for someone you care for can be a challenging task, especially if you are low with cash. Even though it is always better to give than to receive, when money is tight this can be a hard issue. However, there is no need to get stressed since there are some fun and lucrative ways you can get or make the perfect gift for any occasion and put a smile on…
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From sew-stoppers to show stoppers: 7 simple tips to costume success by West End Costume Designer David Stringer

I am honoured to host exclusive tips for making outfits for kids by West End costume designer, David Stringer who has 20 years industry experience and has created costumes for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock the Musical and other notable work includes Wicked, Cats, Legally Blonde, fitting and dressing the costumes in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympic And…
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How Home Designs And Interiors Affect Your Mood

Over time I have figured that my home, rooms and even office space have an effect on my moods on a daily basis. These are the spaces where we live, drink, eat, relax and spend time. With that being said, they also have a strong relation to our moods, feelings and behaviour. It is something that psychologists also agree with. Therefore, everybody prefers an area that is a correct mixture of light…
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Make Your Garden Great Again

Having a garden is a luxury and something that not everyone has, so if you do have a garden, it is something that you really ought to be making the most of. Looking after a garden can be time-consuming but sitting out in it on those long summer evenings, enjoying barbecues and watching the kids play to make it all worth it. So where do you start to get your garden into shape? Look After Your…
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5 Amazing Garden Designs That Are Easy To Do

You may have a trendy and modern style house, but there is just something so eye catching in a well maintained picturesque garden that adds just the right amount of texture, style and earthy tones to your living space. From planting seasonal shrubs and herbs, to designing your own flower bed to growing luscious green trees, we have a list of modern schematic garden designs that will make you…
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My mini free library for the love of books and the community

I am so excited about sharing this project about my mini free library for the love of books and the community. But first let me go back in time to explain where this passion comes from.When I founded London Mums in 2007 I had in mind a group of people caring for each other, sharing tips, ideas, things, compassion and love. Gestures of sharing and love melt my heart and motivate me to…
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Digital vs. tangible memories. Experts weigh in on how teenagers preserve their memories in the digital age

The past decade has had an incredible impact on the way we communicate, especially over the last few years.The digital revolution is transforming the way teenagers remember and what they forget. With our phones being an extension of our bodies, it’s not rare that recording special moments becomes more important that actually enjoying them. Technology has big benefits like supporting our…
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