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Confessions of a Single Mum

The ups, the downs and sideways views of life as a single parent

How to Reduce Food Waste

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No one likes to waste food. And yet we shamefully throw away tons of moldy leftovers every week on trash day. It doesn't have to be this way, though. Here are some easy doable ways to reduce the amount of food we waste. It All Begins with Shopping If you shop smart, then you will have less waste. So let's start with your shopping habits. * Plan your meals - Planning what you'll eat for the week and making a shopping list with only what you actually need, nothing more nothing less, will ... VIEW POST

5 Items You Should Throw Out Right Now

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Every home has clutter, whether you’re conscious of it or not. Some things are so small or insignificant that they get overlooked when you’re on your tidying up spree. These are the things that are the most insidious, seeming to multiply when you turn your back. Read on to find out several items you should throw out right now, without even stopping to think about it. Expired items Whether you’re talking about old antibiotic you didn’t finish or the spices in the back of the kitchen cupboard, ... VIEW POST

5 Secrets to Keeping a Tidy House with Kids

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The moment you have kids you’ll find yourself in the world of a special kind of clutter, one that will take up space on every surface and cover your floors in no time flat. From toddler blocks to Legos you’re going to be dancing through the minefield of tiny toys unless you do something fast to get things under control. Where do you even begin? Recognize Everything Starts in the Ground Rules Tell your kids they can’t play with something new without first putting away the old toys. That helps ... VIEW POST

Top 5 Tidying Tips for Everyone

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With so much excitement about decluttering lately, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and not to know where to begin. Rather than quitting before you start, how about trying these simple tips to help you tidy up your stuff, and by extension, your life. Make the Most of Your Drawers By knowing how to fold your clothes correctly, you’ll be able to see what you own at a glance, without needing a massive walk-in closet. Try the Marie Kondo method of folding your clothes first into a long strip and ... VIEW POST

5 Cashmere Jumpers You Won’t Want To Take Off

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Everyone knows that sweater weather is better weather, so it’s time to update your wardrobe and prepare yourself for the cooler months of the year. When autumn and winter come around, there is nothing better than layering up your knitwear to stay warm and look fashionable. The most fashionable layer of all, though, is a high quality cashmere jumper. These pieces look luxurious and feel incredibly soft, so a great cashmere jumper is ideal to have in your collection. We’ve put together a list of 5 ... VIEW POST

Best Home Items for Winter

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  This winter has been a chilly one, all that time spent inside has seen us living in pajamas and shutting ourselves off from the world. Here are some of the best home items for the winter to keep you happy and comfortable over winter. Towel Radiator Feel luxurious as you get out of the bath and into a hot, dry towel. When you are dry, reach over and put on your warm clothes and snuggle into those dry, hot socks. You will feel like you have won the lottery when you fit your own personal ... VIEW POST