Start growing your own

The weather finally feels like spring could be on the way and its about this time of year when many start wondering what they could be growing in the garden. With food prices continuing to go through the roof the pressure on the purse is also driving many to think harder about getting the most [...]

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Make your own beauty products; save money and avoid toxic chemicals

Most of us use many beauty products on a daily basis, often containing toxic chemicals.  Although the chemicals in any one product are unlikely to cause harm, think about how many products you use in a day, year, and over a lifetime. Small amounts of toxic chemicals add up and accumulate in our bodies through [...]

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Learn to sew over the xmas break – top tips/sites to get you started

I am fairly sure that I have dropped enough hints to guarantee me one of the sweet John Lewis sewing machines previously featured on Mumzine recenty and I am hoping to spend some of the break teaching myself a few new tricks. Learning to sew is a simple way to breathe new life into old [...]

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Make do and mend with sewing machines from John Lewis for £50

Mumzine is really into sewing right now and has just found out that John Lewis are selling cute machines in pistachio, pink and vanilla for under £50.  Definitely one to add to the Christmas list!

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Need will power to stop yourself spending?

Although mumzine have posted a few shopping items lately (it is christmas after all) we know that lot of us are trying to cut back on unnecessary spending and waste. So, if you would like a bit of help, check out Dr Will Powers on twitter.  A reformed shopaholic, he has dedicated his life to [...]

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