Angela

LATEST ARTICLES ( 314 )

• Recipe: Mint Chocolate Nought Mousse

  

  A rich and easy Chocolate Nought Mousse Recipe, made using a standard chocolate nought bar (you know that triangle bar) or a mint version. I have made both and... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Warm, Rich and Relaxing Bedroom Scheme

  

  I think a bedroom should be a place in the home you can retreat to, relax, unwind and recharge your batteries. By using the right colour combinations can help t... Read more

  Posted on 29 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Kitchen Makeover: New Wall Tiles

  

  I inherited my kitchen when I bought my house. It was not a bad kitchen just average. The kitchen wall tiles however, green, terracotta and beige, would not be... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Essential Kitchen Accessories

  

  When I redecorated my kitchen I also changed some of my kitchen accessories. Some so they would co-ordinate with my new look, others because I had been making d... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Shropshire Countryside - Attingham Park and Ironbridge

  

  I am so lucky to be surrounded by the beautiful Shropshire countryside, no matter the weather it always looks splendid. At the end of last week I took a short... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Bring Your Social Media Photos to Life with Cheerz

  

  I love my Instagram photo feed, I enjoy sharing my snaps with the world. I always try to put some thought into my photos - is the light good, is it framed right. Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sew Your Own Lip Balm Keyring

  

  When I first rediscovered my sewing machine I mostly stuck with easy and quick sewing projects. I found a lot of inspiration on Pinterest, and I went through a... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Williamson Kenyan Earth Tea Review

  

  In the new year I received some Williamson Tea, a brand of loose tea. I know that not everyone will be familiar with the brand, but you may be familiar with... Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Five on Friday

  

  Now that I am a lady of leisure I find that the weeks are flying by and sometimes I wonder what I did with my time. So for the first time I thought I would... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• How to Run an Instagram Photo Challenge

  

  Instagram has become my favourite Social Media site for sharing and engaging with people. Photographs are an instant method of communicating without the need... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• A Stroll Around the Garden in January

  

  Ah the sun, yes that wonderful golden orb up in the sky, it was even accompanied by a blue sky too. Sunday has brought parts of the UK a milder day of weather. Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Window Bird Feeder and Time for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

  

  In the UK the national bird charity the RSPB encourage us once a year to sit for an hour to watch and and record the type of birds that visit our gardens. Read more

  Posted on 28 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Little Sins Cupcakery Home Cake Mix Review

  

  I have baked a lot of homemade cakes, I have also baked with a number of different packet mixes. I am a confident home baker, but I also appreciate that not... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Knitted Blue Owl Cover for Portable Hard Drive

  

  I can honestly say I am so enjoying rediscovering knitting. I got a little adventurous for my second project and created this sweet little blue owl. Read more

  Posted on 18 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Fruit Teas - Finding the Right Balance of Fragrance and Flavour

  

  It is easy to find yourself just putting the kettle on for yet another drink, whether that be for tea or coffee. I have no wish to stop drinking tea or coffee... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• 2016 Reading Challenge

  

  My reading challenge for 2016 is going to reflect the recent change to my lifestyle. I have moderately increased the number of books I plan to read, from 15 to... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• I've Achieved My 5 Year Plan - Life is Good

  

  Sometimes in life plans can go array, but with planning and determination you can make positive changes to your life. I had a plan, a 5 year plan. Today that... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• How I Rediscovered Knitting and My First Project

  

  It is odd how my hobby of sewing has lead to reigniting an interest in an even older hobby. Last year I made a needle case, to keep safe my late nan's collectio... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Remember the Reading Challenge Back in January 2015

  

  Some twelve months ago I promised myself I would make an effort to read more. I love reading but had allowed other interests to occupy my leisure time. Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• #25FestiveDays December Instagram Photo Challenge

  

  At the start of December I decided to try something new, I setup an Instagram Photo Challenge with a Christmas theme aptly called #25FestiveDays. I was so very... Read more

  Posted on 27 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES