THE PROBLEM: This week's theme for The Gallery is Still Life and I've wandered round the house this evening looking for something ordinary that I could somehow turn into a picture that would amaze you all with my fantastic photography skills. Unfortunately, I don't actually have much in the way of photography skills and the sun was shining outside making me want to go out and play with the kids. THE SOLUTION: We decided to go for a walk down our street to see if we could find beautiful things in our own street rather than the nature trail where we usually go for our walks. Voila -Fun … [Read more...]
Fairy Fun….
Today didn't go exactly as expected as poor Master Frugal is feeling a bit iffy today so he's spent the day snuggled on the settee feeling sorry for himself. We had planned to do some actities and crafts around one of the kids favourite dinosaur books after the fun we had last time with Aliens Wear Underpants but he really wasn't in the mood for anything like that. While he had a sleep this afternoon Miss Frugal and I read one of her favourite girly stories - Snowflakes and Sparkledust which is one of the Felicity Wishes books by Emma Thompson. It's all about a group of fairy friends who … [Read more...]
Baking Day….
We're having a bit of a baking day today. So far we've made: Cinnamon buns - When I attempted to make these originally I learned a valuable lesson - Always read the instructions on the yeast packet before using said yeast. The recipe I used is here and I'm pleased to confirm that if you do in fact follow the instructions on the yeast packet, the buns will turn out yummy. You would be so jealous right now if we had smelly-net as the batch in the oven smell sooooo good.Vanilla Traybake - Miss Independent Frugal is very proud of herself because she's made her own cake with no help from … [Read more...]
Half Term Meal Plan….
I love having a meal plan because it makes me feel organised and efficient as well as saving me lots of pennies - it's just the actual sitting down and writing the meal plan and the shopping list that I hate! I really must try and get myself motivated and start doing this every week again! So, here's my half term meal plan: Saturday: Lunch - Pizza Smiles Tea - Home made macaroni cheese Sunday: Brunch - American Style Pankcakes Tea - Sunday Lunch (if the rain stops we're off to Lightwater Valley - picnic in that … [Read more...]
Pizza Smiles….
It's now officially half term which means that 'Operation: Family Fun Half Term' is officially underway. (By the way, that's the kids name not mine - I'm geeky but not that geeky lol)We've got loads of activities planned for this week and I've managed to put in a few days holiday from work so I'm looking forward to spending lots of time together....I asked the kids this morning what they wanted to do today and Master Frugal asked if he could do some baking with me, which was fine as I love baking with both of them but he likes to do everything himself so I try and choose really … [Read more...]
Dilemma….
As the title suggests, I have a dilemma and need your help.I'm generally not a person who cares about household objects but I love, love, love my Smeg fridge. I've always wanted one and I bought a second hand one off someone at work last year for £150.00 - an absolute bargain considering they cost over £1000.00 when they're new. Look at it, it's beautiful. It's a lovely mint green colour that matches my kitchen lovely and I love it (have you noticed how many times I've said that?)BUT, lately it's developed a few 'little' issues. My mother in law snapped the door off the ice box … [Read more...]
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