Sarah Cawood

It's the longest, coldest, most miserable month of the year. For what it's worth, this is a little bit of Cawood Wisdom to see us through it.... [...] Read More

If like me, you are spinning a million plates already and it's not even December yet then it's time to get brutal with your down time. Until I can catch my breath, I will be turning off my TV in the evening and..... [...] Read More

I've been thinking about things I can make as cheap gifts recently and came across this idea on my travels: Collect old silk scarves from charity shops and turn them easily into cushions or funky throws. [...] Read More

It's 162 days until Christmas and mark my words, it'll be here before you know it and you'll be running round like a headless chicken trying to get your shopping done. So I say, start now.... [...] Read More

I am very quickly learning time saving parenting tips by the dozen! This is my best so far though: If you have a grizzly, fractious baby that wants to be held and rocked then bung the little tyke into a baby carrier and get on with the housework... [...] Read More

Every now and then, regardless of family situation, have a Sunday that contains ZERO plans. Andy Merry is a firm subscriber to this mantra. He calls these Sundays "Pants Days" and he doesn't get out of his bed pants/pyjamas all day;)..... [...] Read More

Painting tips:- never leave masking tape on too long as it could remove the surface it is stuck to. This being paper or paint.... [...] Read More

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OK, It sounds ridiculous and you might feel ridiculous but put on some of your favourite guilty pleasures tunes, turn off your phone, turn off the tv, close the curtains and "Dance Like There's No One Watching". Mood improvement guaranteed..... [...] Read More

Have a Very Merry Christmas and a Cork Popping New Year Everyone! [...] Read More