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Angelic Diamonds Reveal Beyoncé’s ‘Run the World’ as the Ultimate Mother’s Day track

Angelic Diamonds, a leading online jeweller, has announced Beyoncé Knowles’ ‘Run the World’ to be the ultimate Mother’s Day track. As sons and daughters seek out the best Mother’s Day gift, the jeweller has created the Ultimate Mothers’ Playlist, and it was the former Destiny’s Child singer who topped the charts. The data collected celebrates some of music’s most iconic…
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Mother's Day in the time of self-isolation

Let’s face it, Mother’s Day this year – on 22nd March – will be different as we will be in self-isolation for the first time in our lifetime. A pandemic is like a war and we need to learn how to be patient and cheer ourselves up enjoying the little things in life. Mothers are called to be carers, mumpreneurs, companions and lovers. So I find myself reflecting on the…
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London Mums pick best new toys for Christmas 2019

Christmas would not be the same without some Barbie dolls and Lego bricks under my Christmas tree. Any toys from these brands have been in London Mums’ wish list for a very long time. This Christmas the London Mums’ kids’ club have chosen two transport-related toys both from the exclusive Tesco range. Check them out. BARBIE® CONVERTIBLE CAR AND DOLL, £30.00 The bright pink…
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Innovation trends in household products set for 2020 by Product of the Year

For the past 11 years I have been involved in the selection process for the various Product of the Year categories. This is an annual industry campaign aimed at encouraging brands to be always innovative within the household product categories. Thanks to the Product of The Year Awards, companies are forced to continuously improving their ranges. Consumers are the ones who ultimately reap the…
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5 Ways To Manage Your Household Bills Effectively

If you feel that every month the wages go in and no matter what then you seem to be back to zero at the end of the month then you’re not alone, many of us struggle with the budget. But what you really need to do to get on top of it is properly analyse where you are going wrong with your financial life. Make A Monthly Income & Outgoings Spreadsheet This may be a time-consuming task that you…
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Trendy Toys from Tobar for the Summer and Autumn

As part of our series of articles looking at the people behind the products, our toy expert Julie Pittillais taking a look at Tobar. Shehas compiled a list of trendyToys which will be popular with the kids this Summer and Autumn. This toy manufacturer and distribution company covers all aspects of the toy industry. From Pocket money putty to high end radio control…
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How to Pick the Perfect Boiler for a Single-Family Home

I am absolutely helpless when it comes to doanything around the home – except for cooking and cleaning. I always rely on experts to give me honest advice about appliances, hoping for the best. As I have recently changed a boiler, I have done some research and I am now sharing it all here.A new boiler is one of the biggest household purchases you make, and repairs can cost you a…
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It's all about the tea, but not as you know it!

I wasrecentlyinvited to try a newrangeof teas called We Are Tea. This new ethical tea has beencreatedby Spence & Suze and presented at a special event in Central London. Read what is special aboutthis ethical tea range in my blog and why I think it’s delicious at the same time! This is how all the ethical cycle works: With We Are…
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Merry Minion Christmas gifting ideas from the Minions

My Christmas gift to myself this year is an electric guitar to play my favourite rock ballads. Call me crazy, but when I saw this Rock N Roll Stuart Minion I wanted to have it straight away. My 10 year old son Diego seems to love him too. I thought he might be too old for this singing and dancing figure but it’s so hilarious that you fall in love with him. It’s in the same size of what…
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Bratz Remix doll grooves my dolls' collection

You may recall my big interview last year following the Bratz return on the toy scene. When I thought that Bratz dolls had reached their innovative peak, they are are back with fresh new looks and super cool accessories for 2016. Bratz Remix is just what I missed in my growing dolls’ collection. I love my new Yasmin doll who comes in a lovely box with a pair of headphones, a brush and a very…
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