and knick-knacks, and time spent living and teaching in Uganda and India. As well as her delightful cushions, Jessica also does lovely prints that can be personalised and is working on lots of other exciting new products including baby blankets and bibs

SNUGGLED UP COSILY on the sofa in slouchy pyjamas and soft blankets, a big family movie night is the perfect way to spend a lazy evening. Don’t forget the popcorn, of course – freshly popped and served up in retro bowls (we recommend our delicious

dwelling, like LED fairy lights, colourful throws and rugs - it's time to play house!3. Sheepskins or wool blankets tucked under sheets make a lovely warm and cosy bed, along with familiar duvet on top to help children settle in their home from home from

for a family holiday? 1. Things to help kids settle in (a familiar toy or blanket).2. First Aid kit, including Calpol.3. A sense of humour. The perfect family holiday song? A Spoonful of Sugar from Mary Poppins. Perfect holiday reading matter for parents

happy brood. That moment will come, hopefully, when you’re all languishing comfortably on a big blanket, on a hazy sunshiny afternoon, listening to some great music, sipping a little libation, as your child merrily scampers and skips, catching bubbles