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    Christmas 2025,  Parenting and Family Life,  Seasonal Inspiration

    20 Thoughtful Stocking Fillers for Gaming‑Mad Teens (Under €20)

    November 12, 2024 /

    Looking for fun and budget-friendly gifts for your gamer teen? This list of 20 thoughtful stocking fillers under €20 includes gadgets, games, accessories, and quirky items they'll actually love—ideal for Christmas and all available from Amazon.co.uk.

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  • "How to Have a Slow and Simple Christmas – featured blog post pin with green fir tree and warm fairy lights in background."
    Christmas 2025,  Seasonal Inspiration,  Winter

    How to Have a Slow and Simple Christmas

    November 10, 2024 /

    Craving a calmer festive season? Here's how to have a slow and simple Christmas—filled with meaningful moments, cozy traditions, and space to truly savour the season. A beautiful, grounded take on the holidays.

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  • Discover beautiful and natural Christmas decorations you can make at home. From dried orange slices to cinnamon bundles and rustic ornaments, these simple DIY ideas bring warmth and sustainability to your holiday season.
    Christmas 2025,  Seasonal Inspiration,  Winter

    Natural Christmas Decorations You Can Make at Home

    November 8, 2024 /

    Looking to decorate for Christmas with natural, homemade touches? Here are 15 beautiful DIY decorations made from foraged and simple materials—with links to full tutorials and some of our own festive favourites.

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    15 Cozy Christmas Activities for Adults

    November 7, 2024 /

    Christmas isn't just for kids! Here are 15 cozy and meaningful Christmas activities for adults—perfect for couples, friends, or simply enjoying the season in your own calm, festive way.

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  • Pin titled ‘12 Meaningful Christmas Traditions to Start with Teens or Grown-Up Kids’ showing hands baking festive cookies.
    Christmas 2025,  Parenting and Family Life,  Seasonal Inspiration,  Winter

    12 Meaningful Christmas Traditions to Start with Teens or Grown-Up Kids

    November 5, 2024 /

    The magic of Christmas changes as children grow older—but it doesn’t have to fade. Here are 12 cozy and meaningful Christmas traditions to start with teens or grown-up kids that will bring your family closer together this festive season.

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  • “Pin titled ‘10 Things to Let Go of This Christmas for a More Peaceful Season’ with a soft, calm winter background.”
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    10 Things to Let Go of This Christmas for a More Peaceful Season

    November 3, 2024 /

    Feeling overwhelmed by Christmas pressure? Here are 10 things to gently let go of so you can slow down, breathe, and have a truly peaceful season that reflects your values and pace.

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  • 10 Snowman Art Projects for Kids To Do on a Cold Wintry Afternoon - Our Little House in the Country
    Christmas 2025,  Kids' Crafts and Activities

    10 Snowman Art Projects for Cold Wintry Afternoons

    January 6, 2015 /

    Fun and easy snowman art projects to keep children creative through the winter season.

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  • 10 Wonderful Winter Art Projects for Kids - Our Little House in the Country
    Christmas 2025,  Kids' Crafts and Activities

    10 Wonderful Winter Art Projects

    January 3, 2015 /

    A collection of winter-themed art projects for kids—ideal for chilly days indoors.

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  • Fun and Fabulous Family Friendly New Year's Eve Activities - Our Little House in the Country
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    Fun and Fabulous Family Friendly New Year’s Eve Activities

    December 26, 2014 /

    Easy, fun and festive activities to help your family ring in the New Year together.

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  • How to Make Mulled Wine and Mulled Fruit Punch - Our Little House in the Country
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    Mulled Wine and Mulled Fruit Punch

    December 14, 2014 /

    Nothing smells more like Christmas to me than a pot of mulled wine simmering on the stove. My mulled wine has become a favourite amongst our friends and family and is usually a staple for all our festive gatherings. So that everyone can partake in the Christmassy yumminess I also make a non alcoholic mulled fruit punch. What’s even better is that they are so easy to make. How to Make Mulled Wine and Mulled Fruit Punch   Mulled Wine (alcoholic): 1 bottle of red wine- I prefer to use Shiraz but any variety will do 1 litre Orange juice 500mls Cranberry juice Small glass of brandy Whole cloves 3…

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