Tag Archives: lulastic

Our European Bombaround: We need you!

In about 7 weeks time we are upping sticks and going for a 3 month bombaround Europe in our camper, Betty. We could well emerge as Gandhi like pillars of peace and wisdom; all that forestry and earthy shizzle molding … Continue reading

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Recycled home – happy imperfection

We shift things around a fair bit in our house. We are so often picking up new bits of furniture from street corners (poor, neglected things) and little trinkets from charity shops that we kind of have to wriggle the … Continue reading

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Winning Lucky Devils & Charity Shop Blog Hop Announcements

A little while ago I hosted the inaugural Charity Shop Blog Hop. The idea was that secondhand lovers could all come together to Big Up their favourite shop or route. There were some SERIOUSLY amazing contributions. Go and read them, you’ll be … Continue reading

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Charity Shops in Streatham and the Charity Shop Blog Hop

When I was younger Streatham was known for only one thing; its gargantuan and spectacular ice rink.  We would put on our cool bomber jackets, exchange our best crepes (yoof speak for shoes, mum)  for some skanky boots and skate … Continue reading

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Charity Shop Blog Hop and a few magpied marvels

I used to volunteer in a charity shop on Saturdays, it was so bad for me. I jest not, at the end of the day I would routinely walk away with AT LEAST one bin bag full of finds I … Continue reading

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Hippyshake

In some ways I am your typical modern hippy. I am a cosleeping, babywearing, breastfeeding mama with a nappy free baby, I reckon my parenting probably belongs in a cave with a tribe. I am in love with the earth, trees and flowers … Continue reading

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