W is starting to want to get more and more involved with activities around the house, cooking especially. This simple valentines pud is something we whipped up in literally five minutes but he really enjoyed mixing up the ingredients and just being a part of things. This one couldn't be simpler. We just jazzed up an everyday pud with a few sprinkles. All you will need is: 1 packet strawberry Angel Delight or similar 1/2 pint whole milk Hand whisk and mixing bowl Sprinkles Simply whisk up the packet ingredients with the milk in a large bowl until ...
Archives for February 2013
A digital postcard from Ghana #goodwork
I was delighted when this postcard pinged its way into my inbox this morning and couldn't wait to share it with you all. Hello Jennifer! This afternoon we visited a self help group run by Basic Needs to help people suffering with mental ill health to support each other and themselves. It was a really great place, their ideas and how they work is awesome. Here you can see ladies baking bread next to the meeting - lovely community atmosphere! Love Annie x This is a digital postcard sent from the wonderful blogging trio TeamHonk ...
Quick and Simple Thai Green Chicken Curry
This is such a quick and simple thai green curry dish that is perfect for an easy midweek supper and should be a hit with the whole family, even the kids. I came across the recipe over on the BBC Good Food website and we love it. Prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 20-25minutes Approximate calories per portion: 337kCal Serves: 2 adults and 2 children You will need: 4 small skinless, chicken breasts, thinly sliced 1 tbsp oil 1-3 tbsp of thai green curry paste 400ml can coconut milk 1 small courgette, halved lengthways and then thinly sliced. 100g green beans, ...
My very first quilt…and I finished it too!
Late last year I bought my first ever sewing machine. Having never sewed before I was surprised at how quickly I began to enjoy it and how relaxing I found it. First I had great fun making a selection of dinosaur hoodies for W which were a huge hit and then I came across this on pinterest. A quilting series for beginners. But I couldn't quilt could I? The more I read the more I began to think that maybe it was possible after all. The posts seemed really easy to follow. And guess what...It absolutely was possible and, trust me, if I can do it so can you! First I cheated a little and ...