RetroFest

Who would of thought a Retro festival on our door step in Maidenhead! Thanks to my cousins invitation, we went along and had a really nice family day out. With my love of all thing vintage there were a number of stalls selling vintage clothing, retro toys, yummy home baked treats and random brick and brack.

We walked into an amazing trio singing 50's songs on the main field followed by a bike show. There were lots of old cars on display along with plane shows in the sky. We grabbed a quick bite to eat and then Eva spotted the bouncy castle and inflatable slide - she is a daredevil child, scared of no height, so there she was of with the big kids aka Charlotte, aged 23. They also had a mini fun fair section and I always think ill be nice and let her go on a few rides because I love seeing her face light up and I know she loves them but wow, the tantrum after when its time to move on are such a head ache! so bribe number one of the day "lets go find the ice cream man" (im a mean Mumma I was never looking for him). So we carried on, walking around and we come across a stall selling a very nice collection of vintage suitcase, baskets, signs and "naughty steps" for sale which Eva strangely to a real liking too and didn't want to leave! So that was tantrum number two, even the ice cream man bribe didn't work, little people are funny! They had a tent doing 50s style up hair dos and make up, which my cousin really wanted to get done but it was very popular and the next appointment was a little to late in the day.

We ended the day with a quick go on the push around aeroplane's, thanks to my cousin Luke. I didn't fancy having a go, I saw one mum struggling and gave up after one lap, it didn't look the easiest, no wonder it was only 50p, however she loved it! Surprise, surprise it ended in another tantrum when it was time to get out and go home. I know she was tired she did so good, it was a long day full of fun. So off to the car we went and she was fast asleep in seconds, before we even left the car park.

If you didn't make it this year and love a bit of vintage do keep an eye out for it next year, it was a nice day out and something different to do.

They have a Ball on in December at Pinewood, which also might be a fun night out! 

www.retrofestival.co.uk

Peppa Pig Party

Eva has been obsessed with Peppa pig for the last 6 months so much so her first words in the morning would be "mummy I want Peppa", every morning without fail! Approaching her second birthday she hasn't been as bothered about peppa but with all those tears and tantrums she was going to have a peppa pig party! Her birthday treat was to go to Peppa Pig world with her big cousin Parie, which she absolutely loved! We then held a BBQ on the weekend and had a wonderful day with friends and family, eating good food! For the children's table we had fruits from grandpa pigs garden in Eva's pink kitchen pots and pans, little chocolate cake as muddy puddles and cups of popcorn with strawberry water. I love the yellow polka dots cups and plates, which I picked up in the 99p store. I got personalised stickers made by a lady on ebay. Like Peppa Eva has some yellow wells, which she has sadly out grown, so we turned them into a vase for the day. More pictures to follow, including a very cool Peppa pig picnic cake made by my little cousin.

Turning Two!

Miss Eva Rae is turning 2! When people says cherish every moment time goes by so quickly, they were not wrong! It is defiantly more challenging and the "terrible twos" come way before they actually turn two. So, it is safe to say that "terrible twos" is a false statement making you believe you will have a blissful drama free baby for two years. Here are a few snaps taken for her birthday party invite.

Headband from Primark (adults section) Dress from a Market in China

Special Delivery! Ho Ho Ho....

So the last few years before having Eva, waking up Christmas morning has been a little bit on the dull side! Now Eva is nearly getting to an age where all the stories and magic can really begin and I cant wait start reliving my childhood again with her! As a child we use to have a Santa sack delivered to the end of our beds and a stocking hanging on the fire place that was filled with sweets and one giant orange, always the biggest orange we had ever seen all year. I have no idea where my mum would hunt these bad boys down from. After taking our stockings and all jumping in mum and dads bed we would leg it down the stairs to see even more presents underneath the Christmas tree!

Iv been looking for a lovely Santa sack and stocking for Eva that will be pulled out year after year. I then come across this amazing company called Harrow and Green www.harrowandgreen.com that do personalised hessian Santa sacks.

They add that little bit of magic behind the story of Santa and his little helpers delivering lots of presents, that's if you have been good of course! Iv already started planning my bribe story for when Eva is being naughty but I'm not sure how early on in the year I can start using this? mummies?

Eva's arrived and i know iv probably said it before but i am such a sucker for good packaging! It arrived all wrapped up with a red bow and gift tag, it looked so good i didn't want to open it! Made me think this would be a lovely gift for someone who has just had a new baby around this time of year. A very lovely and very different keepsake that they would never except.

What I also love about these sacks are they don't just have to be for children and will make a lovely surprise for adults as well. I have been hinting for one of my own to be delivered full of lovely presents!  If i don't get one I will 100% be buying myself one. Yes, I'm a geek but I love the small details that make up a big story!

The quality and fast service was brilliant! Thank you Harrow and Green I cant wait to start a number of traditions this year starting with this Santa sack. Whats are you Christmas traditions and how do you celebrate with your children?

Boo!

So before I get on to some very exciting Christmas and tartan trend posts, there is that small excuse for a party, which goes by the name of Halloween! Here are some wicked and wonderful ideas for both adults and children's parties!

Shot shots shots for the Adults

Zulily - Online treasure chest

zulily is fabulous! I cant recommend this website enough! Its a bit like notonthehighstreet.com, in the sense it is full of wonderful brands you have not seen or heard of before! It's a new online store offering daily sales events on top-quality apparel, gear and other goodies purely for mums, babies and kids. They carry the best brands at the lowest prices. Members enjoy savings of up to 90% off retail prices. zulily loves to find deals on favourite styles, and we love introducing our members to exciting new brands, too.

I love zulily! You never know exactly what you'll find—the brands they offer change every day. It's like finding a treasure chest full of cute stuff. Membership is free and I know you'll love it too. Click her to start browsing!

Tutus and Tantrums

On a rainy, Wednesday afternoon when the house work was meant to commence, world war three took place! Ok, slight exaggeration but this little lady did throw a ridiculous tantrum over not being allowed to play with my concealer! To lighten the mood and to distracted her whilst I cleaned the upstairs, the tutu came out and the music turned up. Dancing with the hoover time! Oh and a lot of looking in the mirror...Eva of course not me!

All danced out.