A Flower Fairy Birthday Party in the woods

A Flower Fairy birthday party for our daughter's 5th Birthday, inspired by Cicely Mary Barker's 'Flower Fairies' illustrations. With our daughter's 5th birthday looming our daughter asked for a 'Fairy' Party to celebrate with her friends. However, she didn't want just any fairy party, she specifically wanted a Flower Fairy birthday party. As huge fans of the illustrations, I was delighted to create this enchanting celebration.

The Fenland Black Oak Project; A table for the nation

In a fast paced, digital, 'influencer' led world being a 'sponsor' or 'in partnership' with someone often means you have been paid to share a brand and/or product. In this instance, no money has changed hands, I am simply sharing a charitable project, The Fenland Black Oak Project, which I have been a part of.

How to Make Broken Pot Fairy Garden

A few years ago we visited a local auction full of all sorts of interesting bits and pieces; one lot I came across had masses of fabulous terracotta pots and planters. Being someone who prefers second hand to 'brand new', when it came to this tatty, shabby auction lot, I simply couldn't pass it up.

Sunflower sale in support of YoungMinds – Improving the mental health of children and young people

I have very recently touched on the emotional and mental well-being of our daughter and how we as her parents see this as one of the core areas we need to be truly mindful of. Our birdie is a sensitive soul and for the most part she is a sunny, kind, loving, naturally bubbly person.

Supporting learning at home

With all the policies and procedures, friendship groups, and general exhaustion that comes with school, we have noticed a shift in our daughter’s general demeanour since the new school year has begun. For the most part, she loves school, but we also have some concerns about the absence of 'non-academic' subjects at this key stage of her education.

A Woodland Vegetable Garden

When we first received planning to convert the woodland office into a dwelling, our home - it was September 2013, Autumn was setting in. Our plans to start creating a garden were put on hold until the Spring. By Spring 2014, we had a 9 month old daughter and we were keen to create a space for her and us to enjoy.

A weekend wander in a blue haze of bluebells

Over the past few weeks, we have been enjoying a daily assault on our senses here in the woods. Each morning, as we opened our garden door, the scent of bluebells filled the air. A short wander into the woods greeted us with a magical sight: a carpet of blue, a haze of delicate flowers that stretched right out into the distance.

Celebrating the start of Spring – Fat Face Children’s Clothing SS18

Watching our daughter's love and connection to the environment that immediately surrounds us is something that gives us immense joy. This time of year, with the arrival of the sun and spring, provides so much to learn, see, and explore together.