lifestyle
HOW TO OVERHAUL YOUR HEALTHY EATING HABITS // tackling that 40+ weight gain
How a diet overhaul helped me fight back against mid-life weight gain
- October 21, 2022
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MY FAVOURITE PART OF OUR GARDEN RENOVATION (and why I love it so much)
This water repellant sherpa fleece lined blanket will keep you cosy while entertaining al fresco
- September 13, 2022
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HOW TO TAKE THE BEST CARE OF YOUR SENTIMENTAL JEWELLERY
Your most precious possessions deserve extra-special care.
- September 6, 2022
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THE 5 PODCASTS YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO RIGHT NOW!
The most shocking, fascinating and informative podcasts I’ve recently enjoyed
- February 22, 2022
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ARE WE GOING TO PROM, OR TO HELL? Heathers the Musical – dark & delightfully macabre
The movie that shocked and thrilled a generation is brought to life again on stage
- November 26, 2021
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EMBRACING THE DARKNESS // how to make the most out of winter
Rather than dreading the shortening days, why not try embracing the darkness?
- October 22, 2021
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TURNING BACK TIME // the anti-ageing effects of the great outdoors
Getting outdoors isn’t just calming, it can even help you reverse the aches and pains of ageing
- August 29, 2021
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5 LIFE ADMIN TASKS YOU NEED TO DO RIGHT NOW!
These simple tasks take just minutes, but can save you money and hours of hassle.
- July 30, 2021
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HOW TO WRITE LIKE A PROFESSIONAL // even when you’re not one
These simple ‘do’s and don’ts’ will help give your writing a professional polish
- April 23, 2021
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8 WAYS TO INSPIRE CREATIVITY // easy things to do in lockdown
What I’ve done to stave off boredom, inspire creativity and pass the time productively
- March 20, 2021
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MOISSANITES ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND // the stunning diamond alternative
These man-made diamond alternatives are almost as hard, twice as sparkly and one-tenth the price
- March 19, 2021
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FIGURING OUT WHAT CAN YOU AFFORD // how to buy a house within your means
Your home is your biggest financial commitment – make sure you can comfortably afford it
- February 28, 2021
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FINDING THE BEST MORTGAGE FOR YOUR FAMILY
The mortgage process can be time consuming and confusing, so why not leave it to the experts?
- February 20, 2021
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HOW TO TRANSFORM ANY ROOM WITH STUNNING WALL STICKERS
When the 10-year-old wanted to redecorate her bedroom I turned to the sticky side
- February 16, 2021
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HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY WORK WITH A BLOGGER
Insider tips and tricks from someone who’s seen the good, the bad and the ugly
- February 12, 2021
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HOW TO COMPLETELY MAKE OVER YOUR BEDROOM // when you only have a tiny budget
Achieving dramatic results with a small budget
- January 27, 2021
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WHAT’S IRRITATING YOU? // identifying your allergies with a home-testing kit
Discover allergen sensitivities BEFORE they develop into potentially dangerous allergies
- January 22, 2021
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DRIVEWAY DREAMS // increasing kerb appeal with a front-of-house makeover
Funds were low at the end of our renovation, so we turned to budget driveway design ideas
- January 12, 2021
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About me
I’m Jacqui – a 40+ freelance journalist & lifestyle blogger.
I’ve been a magazine features writer for over 20 years, and in 2009 became one of the UK’s original ‘Mummy Bloggers’.
I’m proud mum to two funny & spirited girls; born summer 2008 and autumn 2010, and we all live just outside London with OH and our youngest baby – a miniature dachshund, named Frankie.