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I live in Kent in the UK and work part-time as a school librarian. I have been writing books for five years now, and have published three. The first is The Purple Butterfly, and is the diary I kept when I was undergoing treatment for Thyroid Cancer. The second

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Style & Beauty > Makeup The case against organic makeup: 4 of 4
We all know the benefits of organic foods, so surely organic make-up is equally as good for us? WARNING: THIS IS NOT THE CASE! Read on...Unlike the food we eat, there are NO regulations covering the cosmetics industry. Earlier this year, the independent group Organic Farmers and Growers extended its remit from looking solely ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to make knitted slippers: 3 of 3
I found this pattern on http://www.ivillage.co.uk/homegarden/homemaking/cr afts/articles/0,695942_710697-1,00.htmlIt makes a chunky pair of slippers that come quite far up the ankle. They use thick wool and big needles, so they are really quick to knit.Materials 4 x 100g balls of Rowan Biggy PrintNeedles1 pair of 15mm (US 19) ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to cross stitch: 3 of 3
Sewing cross stitch patterns is a wonderful hobby. You can start with the most basic patterns, where the colours are printed onto your fabric already, and work up to quite complex counted designs. Once you have mastered the art, you will be able to use up left-over yarns and fabric to make books marks, glasses cases etc, or a... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to make a candy wreath: 3 of 3
Decorative wreaths are a lovely way of welcoming people into your home, and of showing that you have something to celebrate. People tend to put up wreaths most often at Christmas-time, but of course they can be used at any time of the year.A candy wreath is an easy craft for a beginner, or for you to do with your children. Yo... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: What's Eating Gilbert Grape: 3 of 3
This is not an exciting movie. I wouldnt' recommend it for a Saturday night in with the girls and a bottle of wine.. This is one for a mid-week, cup of chocolate, time-to-relax evening.You can read the blurb about the story below, but basically, Gilbert (Johnny Depp) and his sister look after his family following his father's... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts 10th wedding anniversary gift ideas: 3 of 3
When your friends have a wedding anniversary, you want to surprise them with a thoughtful gift. Whether or not they are having a formal celebration, it is nice to remember their special day and to let them know that you are thinking about them.A tenth anniversary is a milestone in a marriage, and one that not many people achi... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to keep your toddler from climbing the Christmas tree: 3 of 3
When Christmas comes around a toddler must think he's died and gone to heaven! All that food, all that excitement, and all those sparkly things to grab hold of! Apart from the fact that he gets so much attention from visiting relatives, a toddler must wonder what's gone on in the world to make it suddenly turn all glittery a... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to decorate your denim jeans with fashion trim: 3 of 3
Some people are happy with plain old jeans as they come off the rack, but the more creative among us want to make something that is personal and unique to us. There are loads of ways you can customise your jeans, and using fashion trim is just one of them.Look through the haberdashers shelves and you will find racks of trim i... More..
Style & Beauty > Perfumes & Fragrances Perfume reviews: Kylie Minogue's Darling: 3 of 3
It's not just luck that Kylie Minogue has been at the top of her profession for twenty year. This woman is a workaholic and knows (and uses) every trick in the book to keep her profile in the public eye.Celebrity perfumes are aimed at people who want to be like their idols, and are often priced lower than traditional perfumes... More..
Hobbies & Games > Beading & Jewelry Making How to make a beaded bridal purse: 3 of 3
Making a beaded bridal purse is quite an intricate project to undertake, but for the committed crafter, it's a perfectly possible project. What a wonderful thing a hand-crafted beaded bridal purse would be! It would instantly become a family heirloom!Beaded purses can either be knitted (or crocheted or tatted) or they can be ... More..