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How to Create Vintage-Inspired Photo Projects That Wow

Have you ever scrolled past an old photo and felt a pang of nostalgia? Maybe it's the soft colors, the rough texture, or the way it tells a narrative right away. But when you try to capture that charm in your photos, something seems amiss. The colors appear fake. The mood is dull. And that dreamy, timeless vibe? Not a single place to be found. So, what's the secret to making vintage-inspired...

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Simple Style Choices for Dads Who Don’t Have Time to Think About Outfits

You’re already juggling a million things before 9 a.m.—packing lunches, dodging tiny Lego landmines, trying to remember where that one clean sock disappeared to. Figuring out what to wear? Yeah, that’s not exactly top priority.

But just because you’re short on time doesn’t mean you have to settle for “whatever’s clean” every morning. A few solid outfit combos can save you time, feel...

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Easy Spring Decoration Tips That Will Make Your Home More Appealing

When the world emerges from the depths of winter, everything can look a little brighter – and not just outdoors. The arrival of spring is the perfect opportunity to take a closer look at your home decor to reflect the longer days, warmer winds, and brighter natural colours of the season inside your four walls.

Although it might seem like a chore to rejig your interiors to reflect...

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Best-selling author Kate Wogan Teams Up with Cash for Kids Mission Christmas to Bring Magic – And Gifts - to Disadvantaged Children

With Christmas just around the corner, Kate Wogan, bestselling author of the beloved Uh Oh Milo! series, has released her latest festive picture book, The Excited Elf . But this isn’t just a bedtime story; it’s also a chance to help disadvantaged children wake up to the magic of Christmas.

All profits from the sale of The Excited Elf go directly to Cash for Kids Mission Christmas, a...

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The Ultimate Guide to Playground Equipment: Creative Ideas to Entertain and Inspire Your Children

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As parents, finding ways to keep your children entertained and engaged can be a challenge, especially when you're seeking a balance between fun, physical activity, and developmental growth. One of the most reliable and timeless solutions? Playgrounds! Outdoor playground equipment not only encourages physical activity but also fuels creativity, fosters social skills, and...

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Expert saving tips as studies reveal parents spend £200 MORE during school holidays

As new research shows that the average UK parent spends over £200 a week extra during school holidays¹, experts at BOXT have revealed how to save on home bills whilst the kids are at home.

Andy Kerr, Founder at BOXT says: “School holidays can be expensive. The additional energy costs of having children at home are often forgotten about and not planned for, meaning that a large energy...

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Pro chef reveals what pasta you should ACTUALLY serve with a Bolognese

From staple Spaghetti to fancy Farfalle, there are around 350 different shapes of pasta available to us, and it can be an overwhelming choice. For busy parents who are looking to bring some excitement to midweek meals without spending too long in the kitchen, Sophie Nahmad, chef at recipe box service Gousto has shared her expert advice on how to elevate these staple pasta recipes by perfectly...

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7 year old James Meconi will be the World’s youngest person to visit all sovereign countries in the world!

Preston born James Meconi is set to become the youngest person to hold the Guinness World Record for visiting all the sovereign states in the world (total of 196 countries).

James (known as Jamie) and his mum Hayley never set out with a world record in mind they just had wanderlust in their souls and after losing James’s father, when he was a 6 month old baby, they realised just how...

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Get ready for World Book Day with 6 EASY last-minute costumes from the most popular children’s books

With World Book Day just around the corner on Thursday 7th March, parents looking for last-minute costume ideas can breathe a sigh of relief.

Education experts at Explore Learning have looked at Google searches and Goodreads data to pinpoint the most popular children’s stories, with the most recognisable characters.

They’ve put together six quick and easy World Book Day...

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These Mother’s Day breakfast in bed recipes will impress any mum

Many people are stumped when it comes to buying gifts on Mother’s Day, with around 135,000 searches for ‘Mother’s Day gifts’ this month.

However, it turns out all mums want is some quality time. A previous study found that over half of mums said they really want to spend time with children and family on Mother’s Day, and what better way to say ‘I love you’ than a home cooked...

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