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7 secrets to a greener Christmas
By Kelly Beswick on 27/10/2010 15:56:54
Do your bit for the environment this festive season
1. Don’t forget to pack a stash of old carrier bags when you go Christmas present shopping. Okay, so they might not look as attractive as brand new ones, but it’s far more eco-friendly.2. If you must send traditional paper Christmas cards
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May/June Half-term events for the Midlands
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:53:11
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
believe out of everyday objects at the Warwick Arts Centre.Spark Children’s Art Festival May 31–June 12Ignite the imagination with the Spark Children’s Art Festival in Leicester. The feast of fun includes everything from monkey mask making to finger
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Highlights from last week’s press shows
By Junior on 05/05/2009 12:43:00
for girls (ages 2-12) of striped jerseys and graphic print dresses layered over tees. Checked hooded jackets for boys and neon party tutus for girls also stood out. If you are looking for a party outfit, New Look promises something ‘stand out’ with hints
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Highlights from the Autumn/Winter press days
By Junior on 24/04/2009 14:59:00
twist, tartan trousers and school boy blazers looked dapper. Tommy Hilfiger jazzed it up with sparkles and sequins for girls and James Bond for boys, a new print tee range by Junk Food was graphic and fun.1.Gant2.Tommy Hilfiger3.Tommy Hilfiger4.Junk Food
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Five ways to avoid car sickness
By Kim Sullivan on 18/04/2010 15:26:43
Tips for a more pleasant journey
1. Know the signs Motion sickness is caused by repetitive small movements sending the brain mixed messages. Cold sweats, a queasy stomach and feeling dizzy are often the first signs.2. Hold your head up Encourage activities where your child has
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Sarabanda Spring/Summer 2011 catwalk report at Pitti Bimbo
By Matthew Holroyd on 24/06/2010 15:46:33
Italian label Sarabanda put on a sporty show of fun casuals at Pitti Bimbo
Sarabanda presented two of the biggest trends at Pitti Bimbo: nautical and the Fifties. The nod to the Fifties' theme included sharp accesorising, with cute trilbys, bags and bows. Styling saw collars worn up, cotton stripe and check scarves were
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Oilily's colouring competition digital museum
By Catherine Hudson on 13/12/2010 11:28:22
The winners displayed in an online fairytale castle
in the ‘princess room’.The lucky eleven children each won a grey, patchwork felt Oilily 'donkey bag'. Entries were sent in from all over the world from countries as varied as Germany, Japan and France. Amongst the winners was eight-year-old Kato from Switzerland
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Peggy Porschen's Bride and Groom Cookies
By Clay Johnson on 21/02/2011 14:42:58
Getting into the spirit of the upcoming royal wedding with these fun bride and groom cookies
) unsalted butter200g (7oz) caster sugar1 egg, lightly beaten400g (14oz) plain flourFor the icing1kg (2lb 4oz) icing sugar, siftedWhites of 4 eggs, lightly beatenSqueeze of lemon juiceMethod Cream the butter, sugar and any flavouring you wish to add
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Twinkle Toes
By Miranda Barros on 05/07/2011 12:02:21
With rings on your fingers... Angelina Ballerina collaborates with gorgeous jewellery designer Molly Brown
at £40.00 for the sterling silver jewellery and £15.00 for the silver-plate line. The collection is exclusively available at Selfridges (where with every purchase made over £50, customers will receive an Angelina Ballerina goody bag) and online at Molly
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Igloos in French resort of La Plagne
By Junior on 01/08/2011 17:11:52
Experience an unusual night in a French igloo
in the igloos. The village consists of six igloos which can sleep up to 20 people. The hosts provide sleeping bags, and all meals are locally sourced – all you need to bring with you are your thermals.Dinner and an overnight stay costs €65 per adult and €30 per
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