Happy #ThursdayFriday! The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee is nearly here, so today’s #GTime looks at the best things to do in celebration of this very special occasion. Tonight – Get down to the opening of @Selfridges’ Big Beauty Bang tonight (or the closing event next Thursday) - A celebration of all things beautifully British! Saturday - Jubilee Garden … Continue reading Right Royal Celebrations
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Stretch Yourself
Hello & welcome back to #WellbeingWednesday... with all this wonderful weather it’s time to plan a summer load of healthy activities! Today I’m featuring 5 summer sports which I’m looking forward to dabbling in this summer. Hope this provides some inspiration! Horse-riding – Some friends & I are soon to go riding in the beautiful … Continue reading Stretch Yourself
Reigning Supreme
Hello & welcome to #TuesdayTreats. Today's theme is #Jubilee Gifts - in honour of this very special occasion in our nation’s history. @Cath_Kidston Jubilee Tea Towel - Celebrate the Queen's Jubilee with this traditional English souvenir @ £10. @RockettStGeorge Jubliee Queen Elizabeth II Pink Canvas Shopper Bag - Fab printed Six Pence Stamp image @ … Continue reading Reigning Supreme
Vroom Vroom
I'm pleased to welcome a guest columnist for today's #MysteryMonday 5-a-day... Today's theme is #Motoring courtesy of @richyarrow... Richard Yarrow is a freelance motoring journalist & he's going to share 5 bite-size thoughts on the latest motoring innovations or trends. Renault’s Twizy is the latest commuting innovation. A tandem two-seater, it’s electric & does 60+ … Continue reading Vroom Vroom
Al fresco Drinking
Evening & welcome to #ThursdayFriday! This weather is amazing & to celebrate today's #GTime features 5 great beer gardens around London. Pitcher and Piano, Richmond - Amazing views over the Thames where @Queen_UK's Jubilee boat is currently moored. The Phene, Chelsea - For sophisticated evening drinks in posh surroundings. Great spot for people watching. White Horse, … Continue reading Al fresco Drinking
Nail it!
Welcome to #WellbeingWednesday where today’s theme is beauty & nails! I’ve just had my nails done in preparation for this weekend... I have recently been converted from OPI gel to @CNDWorld’s Shellac, mainly because it’s longer lasting & less damaging for the nails. Plus, there’s a fab range of gorgeous colours to choose from! Today’s … Continue reading Nail it!
Wedding Presents
Hello & welcome to #TuesdayTreats! I mentioned yesterday that it's my cousin's wedding this weekend, so this has inspired today's theme. As the wedding season is upon us, today I'm featuring 5 wedding gift ideas... for those who prefer not to buy from the couple's list. Playnation Champagne Flutes from @johnlewisretail - Why not select a … Continue reading Wedding Presents
Edina! Scotia’s darling seat!
Happy Monday! It’s good to get that first day of the week out of the way isn’t it?! Today I’m dedicating #MysteryMonday to #Edinburgh... I’m returning to the city where I grew up this weekend for my cousin’s wedding. For 5 years I had one of the best views of the world, looking out over … Continue reading Edina! Scotia’s darling seat!
Sofa Smart Mark II
Hope you're all enjoying your Sunday? I've had a hectic few days & haven't had a moment to sit down & write today's #SundayHome feature. So... I hope you don't mind that I'm going to re-post my very first #GTime 5-a-day from February - a #SundayHome feature on #sofas... Aubergine Snooze Velvet Sofa by @grahamandgreen as featured … Continue reading Sofa Smart Mark II
Coat of Arms
Happy #SaturdayShopping. Hope you are enjoying the warmer weather... I've been enjoying a lovely lunch with friends... in the garden! Today's #SaturdayShopping (by request) features 5 stylish jackets for day or evening wear this spring/summer. Fantasy Fabric Blazer by @UkZara - Lovely mint green blazer works day or night with jeans or with skirt @ £79.99. … Continue reading Coat of Arms