How to set up a book or reading nook
Happy World Book Day! To be honest, every day is Book Day in our house, but it's great that there is an international day dedicated to promoting books and reading. Interestingly, the date set by the UN is actually 23rd
Review: Mini Bakers Club by BKD [AD]
I'm back today with another review for you. We were invited to test out a complimentary Mini Bakers Club subscription box by BKD. I love the premise of this box, because it combines two of our family passions: crafting AND baking.
5 Fun Books About Yetis
Earlier this week, we had really mild weather in Edinburgh, and I thought maybe Spring was on its way. But then the temperature dropped again. So I'm giving one last 'high five' to Winter, with a round-up of our favourite
When Bilingual Kids Go on Language Strike – 6 Do’s and Don’ts
We have been back in Edinburgh for just over half a year now, and since today is International Mother Language Day, I wanted to share an update on how we are doing bringing up our kids with two languages. I’ve
{Edinburgh} The Castle with Kids
I've been asked quite a few times recently for recommendations of things to do in Edinburgh, from people planning a holiday there this year, which reminded me I've been meaning to tell you about our trip to Edinburgh Castle last
Woof! 5 Great Books for the Year of the Dog
Happy Chinese New Year! It's the Year of the Dog, so what better excuse to share some of our favourite dog themed picture books with you in this latest roundup. It wasn't easy to narrow it down, let me tell
Review: Squidgydoodle Superhero Craft Box [AD]
It's half term, and the weather has put some of our plans on hold. Faced with entertaining three kids between the age of 3 and 7 (my niece is visiting for half term), the invitation to review a craft box
Sweet Potato Pancakes
Just one more sleep until Pancake Day! It's a day we look forward to every year - not that we need an excuse to eat pancakes, haha. And despite the association many have, of pancakes being a sweet indulgence, it's
5 Great Books For When You Need a Hug
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect time to share some of our favourite picture book 'hugs' with you in this week's book round up. So, without any further ado, here they are.
Valentines Popsicle Flowers
Valentine's Day is coming up next week. We've never really celebrated it romantically, as a couple, but I love how the Finnish celebrate it as a day of friendship. This is the first year that Oskar has really understood properly
Karneval Costume Ideas
In Germany, it's the middle of Karneval (or Fasching, depending which part of the country you're in) season at the moment, which started in November and reaches its peak next week on Shrove Monday, or Rose Monday as it's known
Podcast Guest on Dejlige Days
I am really pleased to share the news, that I am featured on my friend Melanie's podcast Dejlige Days this week. Melanie is a relocation consultant based in Copenhagen, and has been interviewing various people about different aspects of expat