Christmas Archives – The Strawberry Fountain

What is a book advent and how do you make one?

November 29, 2020 admin 1

Every year for the past 7 years I have created a book advent in December and it has now become one of our families favourite traditions. When I first started doing it the concept wasn’t very common and lots of friends and family were intrigued as to what I was doing and why but now the idea is definitely catching on more and more and I hope to be able to continue doing it for […]

The Snowman Tour Live at Liverpool Cathedral

January 3, 2020 admin 0

You know that weird bit between Christmas and New Year, the kind of no mans land of the festive period where all the days merge in to one and you never really know what you are meant to do? Well this year we found the perfect thing to occupy some of that time. We went to Liverpool Cathedral to watch The Snowman Tour Live and it was the perfect way to extend the festive period, […]

Winter Funland in Manchester

December 10, 2019 admin 0

If you are looking for the ultimate family Christmas experience this festive period then let me recommend Winter Funland in Manchester. Held at Event city it is one of the biggest indoor festive attractions aimed at families from age 3 plus (although under 3’s are also welcome) and for just the one entrance price you get 4 hours of all inclusive fun. During your visit you can choose to do all or some of […]

Christmas Gift Ideas for the Under 10’s

November 18, 2019 admin 0

Every year we try and treat our boys to a range of Chrstmas gifts that include a few items that they have asked for, some educational items, a couple of books and at least one game we can play as a family. Each year however it gets harder and harder to decide what to buy so if you are anything like us then hopefully these ideas will help you as much as they have helped […]

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR WOMEN

November 12, 2019 admin 1

Christmas is just around the corner and for most people the preparations are well under way by now, however there are always those few people that seem to be harder to buy for than anybody else. Maybe they are fussy or they simply seem to have everything already or maybe you just always draw a blank when it comes to buying a gift for them. Well hopefully this selection of Christmas gift ideas for women […]

Stocking fillers for the ladies

November 10, 2019 admin 1

Stocking fillers are not just for the children, it is perfectly okay to have a stocking as an adult, right? Ha well maybe not a stocking as such but lots of people will have secret santa gifts to buy or smaller more affordable gifts for friends and family, so hopefully these items will give you some inspiration. Secret weapons Twinkle Toes These Twinkle toes footwear solutions are perfect for the ladies that love to party. […]

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR MEN

November 8, 2019 admin 0

Christmas is only a matter of weeks away now and for most people the preparations are well under way but if you are still looking for Christmas gift ideas for men then look no further as I have a whole selection of products that should help to inspire you this festive season. Fitness related gifts The OS filtration bottle £25.99 Whether the man in your life is a fitness fanatic or not we should […]

Rubik’s Cube tipped to be the top stocking filler this Christmas

November 8, 2019 admin 0

A new survey conducted on 2,000 individuals has revealed that a third of all parents would choose the Rubik’s Cube as a stocking filler for kids this Christmas along side chocolate and stationery and I have to agree that I think the Rubik’s cube would make a pretty decent stocking filler for both kids and adults alike. The Rubik’s cube is one of those items that brings back memories of nostalgia (and maybe mild […]

5 reasons why Sapporo Teppanyaki Liverpool is the best place for your Christmas Party

September 19, 2019 admin 0

Earlier this month my family and I were lucky enough to be invited back to Sapporo Teppanyaki Liverpool to try out their Christmas party menu and what a wonderful evening we had. So much so that I would recommend it to anyone who has been tasked with organising a Christmas party this year and here are 5 reasons why… 5 Reasons why Sapporo Teppanyaki Liverpool is the best place for your Christmas Party 1.Fun […]

The Snowman Tour is returning for 2019

September 9, 2019 admin 0

It may only be September but summer is already starting to feel like a distant memory and those super organised people among us will very soon, if they haven’t already, be starting to not only think about Christmas but will be bagging up those early bird tickets for all the best festive events coming our way this winter. One such event that is not to be missed and that is bound to sell out quickly […]