The ultimate street party is all about the people – friends, family, neighbours or work colleagues, it’s the perfect chance to sit back, relax and enjoy a bank holiday weekend! So make sure you follow our top tips to create your very own Jubilympic street party. If you cannot have the Queen in person attending, make sure that you throw a great party without HM!
Tip 1: Serve tasty food and…
Lots of people have asked me recently if I know where the Pageant is starting from, where it goes etc etc. Then I researched and I found this amazing iPad app that will help getting people to the right places at the right time during the Pageant journey.
The great thing is that this is the only official Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant iPad App with the approval from the Queen. So it is official…
As the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations sweep the nation, many Brits are preparing for street parties and outdoor activities – complete with decorative bunting and lights. However, in the midst of the festivities, safety is often at the back of people’s minds.
There is no doubt about it – this summer in the UK is certainly one to celebrate and homeowners up and down the country will…
A really fun and simple way to decorate your home or party venue with a Jubilee red, white and blue colour scheme is to make some pretty ribbon pompoms.
Each pompom is made up of four large bows tied together, so you need to start by making your bows.
Make some pretty pompoms
To create the bows, hold the ribbon between your finger and thumb – a few inches from the end and make your first…
A year ago the Royal Wedding made us all hope that dreams may come true. But this year the UK is in ‘romantic recession’ as downturn impacts anniversary celebrations. £1.7 billion spent on wedding anniversaries annually. 13 per cent of women wish their man would ask them what they want before buying a gift.
With the royal newlyweds celebrating their first wedding anniversary this…
In the UK, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday 18th March 2012. It is the one day that families can thank mothers officially for their love, care and support throughout the year. Dr Lin Day, founder of www.babysensory.com
In the UK, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday 18th March 2012. It is the one day that families can thank mothers officially for their love, care and…
If you thought for a moment that teddy bears are boring, well think twice after checking this post about London Mums experiencing a Build-a-Bear workshop. I must admit I often passed by the shops across London and never dared entering as I found the idea of making a teddy bear not quite exciting …. I was SO wrong.
Check our videos here and see for yourself what the experience is all…
Christmas cross-dressing and a dancing horse signal the start of the uniquely British tradition of the Pantomime Season. Bringing festive cheer to whole families, these magical adventures are often the first taste of theatre that children get.
Susie McKenna, Creative Director of the Hackney Empire who are doing Cinderella this year, explains: “Pantomime is an important cultural step for…
Read this essential guide to surviving the festive season by Fiona Kirk Nutritionist and author of the best selling ‘2 Weeks in the Fast Lane’ diet book www.fatbustforever.com
The guide attached provides all you need to know to fend off the festive flab – plus a few additional pointers below.
As we all know buffets have the potential to make or break a healthy eating plan. On the…
Many parents dread the thought of planning their child’s party – the sandwiches must be cut into the shape of teddy bears, the birthday cake must be a castle or racing car, every child must receive an invite, party bag and take away a slice of cake. And don’t forget to account for any wheat, nut or dairy allergies!
No sooner have you considered all of the above you, then you need to…
