by Anne Murphy | Jan 3, 2021 | Christmas, Food, Frugal Living, Lunch/Snacks, Making-Do, Shopping
Grazing boards are all the rage at the moment. These types of ‘platters’ were around since Adam was a boy but all it takes is something to go ‘viral’ these days on social media and every wants to get in on it. (Not that there’s anything...
by Anne Murphy | Dec 15, 2020 | Christmas, Food, Tips/Hints
With the heat we have here in Brisbane, it’s so important to handle our food and leftovers safely in the holiday season. The last thing we want at this time of the year is a tummy bug. Here are my food safety tips for Christmas in a hot climate. The same could...
by Anne Murphy | Dec 3, 2020 | Children, Christmas, Family, Gifts, H.O.M.E., Homemaking, Organising, Parenting, Review, Shopping, Tips/Hints
With so many electronic apps available today, you’d wonder why you need a paper diary. They’ve been around for hundreds of years and even though electronic diaries are good, a paper diary still works. Here’s how to be organised with a diary in 2021....
by Anne Murphy | Nov 29, 2019 | Children, Christmas, Gifts, Tips/Hints
Most toys still need alkaline batteries to function. Toys are generally safe for kids, but the instance their batteries get corroded, it already poses a health hazard. Are you aware of the signs of battery corrosion in toys to watch out for? You don’t want your kids...
by Anne Murphy | Nov 13, 2019 | Birthdays, Christmas, Gifts, Mother's Day, Shopping, Tips/Hints
Let’s face it, shipping is expensive and when you want to buy overseas friends (or even local friends) a gift, the shipping can really add a lot extra onto the price of the gift. If you’re looking to buy a gift in the UK for someone and save money on...
by Anne Murphy | Nov 5, 2019 | Christmas, DIY, Frugal Living, Gifts, H.O.M.E., Making-Do, Shopping, Tips/Hints
If you’re looking for stress free gift shopping for the Holidays this year, there are a few ways you can avoid the stress. Thanksgiving is my absolute FAVORITE holiday. I love to spend time with family and friends as well as catch up with people I haven’t seen...