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4 days to go!!
Now that the holidays are here and its not long to go until the big day – here are some quick, fun and easy Harry Potter themed stocking filler ideas (great for kiddies & adults alike)
Until Next Time,
Roseanne 🙂
• Stocking Fillers •
I love stockings and finding little bits to go in them, (helping out Santa obv!)
I generally go by the rule of something edible, something to do something to wear, something to pamper and something fun/silly!
I feel like the fun/silly present is easier to be more specific, depending on who the stocking is for…
So, here are some general ideas for you!
Another little pamper product such as a bath bomb or something similar. Lush have some funky, festive ones.
I hope this helps!
Until Next Time,
Roseanne 🙂
The great thing about Blogmas is I can try out loads of yummy recipes (for research purposes of course, you’re welcome 🤣)
So, yummy recipe no 1 is coming at you today!!
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As always I used a BBC Good Food recipe as they are usually pretty fool proof and delicious.
The link is here .
These came out so well, are super chocolatey (I always add extra chocolate 🤦🏼♀️) & look how cute they are!!
I’m not as great at the finer detail when it comes to decorating things like this but, even I could do this haha! and I love how they turned out.
These would be great for a Christmas buffet table (and yes I am still having one even though there won’t be many of us, because come on 2020 or not… it’s Christmas & who doesnt love a buffet!!)
They would also make great gifts.
Here’s Day Three of my HP advent calender!
Until Next Time,
Roseanne 🙂
Until next time,
Roseanne 🙂
Stockings are one of my absolute favourite parts of Christmas.
So, I thought I would do another stocking filler guide, perfect for kiddies.
I will do an adult version too.
I will also leave below the link to my stocking guide from last years Blogmas. That one is a more general guide to stockings and my top 5 categories to include, instead of specific gift ideas.
I’ve tried to cater for lots of different ages so hopefully there is something for your kiddies/nieces/nephews etc
Mini games £1 each.
To keep them entertained in the small hours of Christmas day and throughout the day too.
Slime!
Fun, gross, glittery… what more do kids want??
Choccy coins, 50p
A must in a Christmas stocking & only 50p for a big bag in Wilko.
Craft carry case, £2
These are so cute and perfect for any creative kiddies out there, or to encourage a bit more drawing and colouring activity among your kids.
It’s nice and compact, perfect for taking out and about.
Animal/Enchanted Unicorn figure sets, £2
These a great little toy to pop into a stocking. There are lots of different ones to cater to your childs interests and they come with a variety of different figures in each pack.
Wilko Blox collectable figures, £1
Wilkos own brand lego have a figure set that you can collect.
These little bags are only £1, a great mystery suprise.
Wilko Blox Starter box racing car packs, £1.50
These are super affordable little ‘Blox’ starter sets. You get a little racing car to build, along with a figure to go in your finished car. These are really cool and are a perfect stocking filler
TY beanies keyring, £3
A classic! Children love a soft toy and a keyring so these would make a great addition to a stocking. They are very cute.
Harry Potter chocolate frogs
Primark have these cute little versions of the classic. They arent 100% like the original ones but you get a yummy chocolate frog and a witch or wizard card! Awesome.
12 pack of hair clips, £1
They do a few different sets, which are different colours/patterns. With 12 in a pack for just £1 they are an absolutely bargin.
Hot choc mug set, £5
A super cute festive mug and some yummy hot choc 👌🏻
Assorted Slipper socket, £3
These cute little slipper socks look super cosy. They have lots of different designs as well as festive themed ones too.
Novelty Bubbles, £1.50
Cute packaging, and they will keep the kids entertained. Because lets be honest who doesnt love bubbles!?!
Earphones, £4
For only £4 these are great for the more tech savvy children among us.
Christmas decorations, from £1.50
There are quite a few different offerings in this department from Harry Potter, Disney to more traditional Christmas decs, but they are all really cool.
Bathtime finger puppets, £3
These little finger puppet sets are such good value. They come in a huge variety of sets, that they change often, so there are lots of different ones to collect.These are great for bathtime but also for encouraging imaginative play with your child outside the bathroom.
Soft toys, from £2
There are lots of different soft toys on offer, so lots to choose from!
These are great for childrens stockings and are much more affordable than some soft toys on the market.
Mega Monster Maker, £2
Slime & accessories to create your own Monsters… a childs dream gift 👌🏻🤪
Hat glove and scarf sets, from £6.40
One of the more expensive items on my list but very good value for the amount you get.
These sets includes, a hat, scarf and gloved which is pretty good for under a tenner… and they match!
Hairbands (Inc Novelty Christmas ones) £6
Hairbands and hair accessories are very popular around young girls right now. These headbands are great for a stocking. They have some festive hairbands included in the range too, exciting!
Assorted Childrens jewellery, £5
Colouring books, £1.99
Activity books, £2.49
Marvel action figures, £3.99
Toy Story 4 mini action figures/vehicle, Now £6 reduced from £7.99
Stickers, £1.49
Because what child doesn’t love a sticker ot ten!
Pens & gel pens (Assorted styles) £2.99
They have loads of different packs from plain colours, gel pens and scented pens (which children love!)
They also have packs of jumbo glitter crayons for the same price of £2.99, so lots of different options.
Bumper value craft set, £3.99
Perfect for all those little crafters, this set has loads of different items in it to get their juices flowing! From Pom Poms, foam shapes, stickers and more.
‘Paint your own’ sets, £3.99
These are such good value and are a lovely way to keep them occupied and for them to create something that they can keep.
B & M also sell some yummy edible items that would be perfect to pop into a stocking…
●Sweets, 3 for £1 or 39p per pack
●Sparkly jelly beans £1.99
●Retro Pez dispensers, £1 and refills for £1
●Standard Bags of chocolate (Cadburys etc), £1
●Kinder eggs Suprises, 89p
●Chocolate Santas & Chocolate coins, from 50p
Lots of shops also sell books that are super cheap! The Works, Poundland and B&M all sell lovely story books and they often have them on offer too.
I hope you have found this useful and it gives you a few ideas!
No one wants a stressful Christmas.
16 days until Christmas 🎄
Ho Ho Ho
Roseanne 🎅🏻
28
So here it is, my 28th birthday! 28 years of me, 28 years of us🎈
I mean, I couldn’t blog from the age of 0-10 so I feel like this may be the most poignant 10 years of my life so far (that I am capable of blogging about)
This year, 2019, mark’s 10 years since I turned 18 and that is just so crazy to me because it honestly feels like yesterday.
10 whole years of being a fully fledged adult (who by the way totally doesn’t feel like one even now)
But aside from that I feel like these last 10 years, the first 10 of my adult life have been quite important!
10 whole years of working with children in one setting or another, whether it be on placement, work experience or employment.
I completed my compulsory education and A Levels…
Then went to Uni for 4 years and completed a Ba Hons degree.
It’s been almost 8 years in my first childcare job and 5 in my job as a Teaching ssistant, a job I love, the career I strived to have.
I met the love of my life & best friend during these 10 years ♡ We visited what has now become our favourite country, Italy (Several times) and we got engaged there and are now Husband and wife, for almost 3 year! (8 together)
We have a mortgage!!! We own our own home, which is very adult and sensible (& at times infuriating haha) Who knew owning your own home was so expensive!!
We got our own pets, 2 Guinea pigs. Sadly Remus is no longer with us but Captain is still going strong.
I’ve become an Auntie 3 times!! And it’s the most wonderful, lovely, fun, heart bursting, love filled, hilarious and joyful role that I’ve ever had. I love those little guys, they are so awesome.
& last year me and Sarah finally made it to Hogwarts ⚡ Florida ’18 was a holiday of a lifetime and it was as amazing (infact probably more amazing) than we could ever have imagined.
I think 18 year old Roseanne would be pretty pleased with how it’s going so far.
But, what do the final couple of years of my twenties have in store?
What do I hope to achieve before I enter the realms of my thirties?
What’s on your list?
Until next time,
Roseanne 🙂
Hi guys!
This blog post is just a few simple ideas for you to keep the kiddies entertained over the Easter weekend.
Even if you don’t celebrate Easter in the traditional sense (I don’t either!) It is still lovely to make the most of a long weekend and some family time.
But, of course with kiddies it can be hard to keep them entertained and if you are having people over for the Easter weekend or Easter Sunday then you may need to get them out from under your feet whilst the prep takes place!
Well fear not, because I have some ideas for you that will keep them busy and are lots of fun!
Let’s take a look!
1. A Easter Egg Hunt
Cadburys & Nestle both have Easter egg hunt packs out atm as well as places such as Aldi & Lidl. They come with lots of eggs (depending on the size of the hunt you want and some prizes for the end.
You can also get Easter egg Hunt packs that have clues and signs included in them which is great if you have older children, to add a bit of challenge to your hunt.
I’ve seen these in Asda and discount stores such as B&M.
2. Easter arts & crafts
These monthly children’s magazines are great for a bit of easy art and craft and they come bursting with resources!
They are a bit pricey but, trust me they last! I bought this one for my nephews and we made two things each and there is loads left!! So one issue goes a long way and they are really easy, fun & varied.
You could also look online (Pinterest!!) for come easy craft ideas that use your recycling.
Kids love a bit of junk modelling.
3. Easter baking
Kids (& adults) love getting involved in a bit of baking, especially when it involves a tasty treat at the end!!
Check out some recipes here .
These are all really child friendly, quick, easy and the recipes use alot of the same ingredients! So easy on the purse too.
4. A Easter film
Why not create your own ‘cinema’ for a rainy day activity?!?
Pop on an Easter Film, grab some comfies, a blanket and of course some Easter choc snacks or any bakes you have created, and just enjoy a nice, chilled film together. Netflix or Easter specials of their favourite shows are great for this.
During the school holidays local cinemas such as Cineworld usually put on more ‘Movies for juniors’ showings which are a MUCH cheaper way of taking the kids to the cinema, so look out for those too 😀
5. A Nature walk/visiting the farm
A walk is a great way to enjoy and talk about the Spring and all the beautiful flowers and changes taking place.
Plus, on a nice day (let’s keep our fingers crossed for some) a bit of fresh air and a run around is great for the kiddies.
Visitng a farm is also great at this time of year as there are lots of baby animals to see and learn about too! Great experiences.
Happy Easter!
Until next time,
Roseanne 🙂
As you’ll have seen from my early Blogmas post (Which I’ll leave here for you) I love a Christmas stocking.
I thought it would be really fun to do a post themed around Harry Potter and after researching merch this seemed like the best fit.
Besides, what could be more magical than a Harry Potter stocking!
Here are just a few Harry Potter themed ideas to make your own Harry Potter themed stocking, or to just add a bit of Harry Potter magic to what you have already got.
There are only a few weekends and late night shopping evenings to go!! It’s definatly time to get those stockings sorted.
To start ⬇️
Harry Potter Hedwig themed Christmas stocking Primark £6
Various Harry Potter stockings Geekcore £8.99
Various Harry Potter stockings Amazon From £7.99
Books
The Crimes of Grindelwald: The original screenplay WH Smith’s £8.49
Wizarding World pop up book of curiosities Amazon £12.81
Hogwarts library books: Fantastic Beasts and where to find, Quidditch through the ages, The tales of Beedle the bard (Indivdually) Amazon £4
The Harry Potter books: House cover editions Amazon £9.98
The archive of magic: Fantastic beasts book Amazon £14.99
Games/toys
Harry Potter Lego: Grindelwalds carriage Amazon £15.99
Harry Potter Trivial pursuit Groupon £8.99
Harry Potter top trumps Amazon £5.40
Wizards Battle game Very £14.99
Harry Potter playing cards in tin Tesco £4
Various Harry Potter Pop! Funko figures, varying prices.
Wearables
Harry Potter inspired necklaces Platform 9 3/4 shop £12
Harry Potter inspired bracelets Platform 9 3/4 shop £6
Harry Potter pin badges Platform 9 3/4 shop From £3.95
Harry Potter socks (adult) Primark £2.50
Harry Potter Cosy socks gift box (adult) Primark £3
Various Harry Potter night dresses (adult) Primark £5
Nightie & sock set (Kids) Matalan £10
Harry Potter socks (Kids) Matalan £6
Beauty
Harry Potter make up palette Amazon £13.99
Wand make up brushes Amazon £7.99
Hogwarts house bath bomb Amazon £8.99
Butterbeer lip balm Etsy £4
Harry Potter wash bag Primark £5
Stationary
Harry Potter 2019 calendar Tesco £5
Harry Potter notebooks Amazon From £5
Harry Potter stationary set EMP £12.99
The Harry Potter & Fantastic Beasts colouring books, available in most book shops or online on Amazon.
Hogwarts letter writing set Amazon £8.99
Homeware
Harry Potter mugs Primark £5
Harry Potter cushions Primark £4
Harry Potter egg cup & cutter Tesco £5
Christmas
Harry Potter Christmas character decorations (2 pk) Primark £5
Hogwarts house baubles (4 pk) Primark £4
Large glass baubles Primark £5
Other
Niffler Coin purse Amazon £12.98
Harry Potter/Fantastic beasts mini figures Most newsagents £1.99 each, lots to collect.
Magical Miniatures: Bowtruckle Amazon £7.99
Other miniatures are available too.
Fantastic Beasts and where to find them DVD Amazon £7
Mystery pocket Pop! funnko keyrings EMP £6.99
I hope this helps you to make someone’s Christmas magical ⚡
Until next time,
Roseanne 🙂
As it’s less than a week until Christmas I thought I would do a Christmas gift guide to help anyone who is still stuck on what to buy someone or is a last minute shopper.
First up,
Presents for her
Make up
Bath time
Candles
Perfume
Other gift ideas
Presents for him
Bath/shower sets
Aftershave
Gadgets
Other presents
Presents for kids
Bath stuff
Toys/games
Other ideas…
I hope these ideas have helped you out if your stuck & need some inspiration! 5 days to go 🎁
Today in my beauty advent calender…
Today was an Angled make up brush, this is super handy. I used this to do my eyebrows this morning and it worked really well.
Ho Ho Ho
Roseanne 🎅
Roseanne Byford 