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Baby’s Kitchen Cupboard Organisation

September 1, 2018 Home at Rose Cottage

Hello there!

Hope you are all well? Thought I would write a blog post about how I have got myself organised to best cater for little Harry’s eating. If you’re a parent, you will know how stressful it can become when your wee one is crying looking fed and you’re flapping about trying to get bottles made/ food prepared! I think the key to avoiding this is preparation and organisation.

Firstly, I cleared a cupboard in the kitchen and dedicated it solely to Harry. I then bought some storage baskets to put his bits and pieces in. You can find the baskets here: http://www.lakeland.co.uk/23881/Small-Faux-Rattan-Storage-Basket

The bottom shelf has sterilised bottles on the left, baby rice and porridge in the middle and formula on the right. This formula is the opened one which I am currently using.

The middle shelf has a basket full of spoons, bowls and bibs. And another basket with food pouches for handiness when out and about. (Just a quick side note – become a friend to Ella’s Kitchen here for a cute little weaning starter pack: https://www.ellaskitchen.co.uk/become-a-friend/ )

The top shelf has spare formula; I would recommend keeping a spare tin or two to avoid panic if it runs out! And a basket with medical supplies, and cups.

I hope these simple organisation tips have been helpful! If you have any more I would love to hear them!

Hope you enjoy reading, as much as I enjoy writing!

Jill

FASHION & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

What I’m Loving Lately

June 1, 2018 Home at Rose Cottage

Hello there!

As I get asked a lot of questions on Instagram about where I purchase things and what I would recommend, I thought I would put together a blog post on a few things I have picked up recently which I really love! I’m thinking this could maybe become a monthly feature if there is any interest? Sure let me know what you think! This will be a random collection of items, so hopefully everyone will find something they like too.

Interiors

Firstly, these little metal star tea light holders. As soon as Homely Rose put them up on their Instagram as incoming stock, I tortured Helen to put them onto the website so I could purchase a set! When I saw them I knew they would look great hanging from my ladder, especially with candles inside at night time. You can find Homely Rose on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/homely_rose/?hl=en Give them a follow as they have some really gorgeous home interiors!

Next up is this Toast rack from One Vision cnc. If you follow me on Instagram you will know how much I love Emma Bridgewater. This company engrave wooden items which compliment the pottery just perfectly. I purchased one of their chopping boards over a year ago with Rose Cottage engraved on the side and it’s as good as the day I bought it! So pleased now to have this little toast rack to match. You can purchase it here: http://www.onevisioncnc.co.uk/oak-toast-rack—engraved–4-slice-39-p.asp

You can read here: Making my home beautiful with Zoflora! how much of a huge fan I am of using Zoflora when cleaning. This next little purchase is the perfect tool to use alongside it. I picked it up from Amazon after seeing it recommended on another blog. I have been really impressed by this electric device, which makes cleaning small, more difficult areas a lot quicker and easier. Get yours here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=sr_pg_1?rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Asonic+scrubber&keywords=sonic+scrubber&ie=UTF8&qid=1492355786&spIA=B01MT80ROH,B018NZ85D2,B06XS16LDN,B01MQ6GXCT

Baby

The lovely Julie has took the plunge and set up an amazing business selling beautiful children’s items. Her stock is so different from what you would find on the high street, which is why I really love it! Here are some items from her website, so please check it out and follow her on Instagram for stock updates. Her website is: https://daisybelledreams.com

Beauty and Fashion

So I picked up this fake tan after it being recommended by a local blogger I follow. I normally stick to what I know with fake tan but this was on offer in Boots so I thought I would give it a go. I have to say I am really impressed with this tan – the colour is so natural, smell isn’t too bad and develops almost immediately. Definitely will be using this one if I don’t have time to tan the night before an event.

And lastly, these shoes!! I ordered these from H&M after seeing a few people/ celebs wearing similar ones. I wasn’t too sure if I would suit them or if I could style them well, but I am totally in love! I am a huge fan of the metallic shoes which are in fashion at the moment, as they can be easily dressed up or worn casually. They are also really comfy to wear, which is a big bonus! Find them here: http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0474111004.html#Silver

Let me know what your loving lately!

Hope you enjoy reading as much as I enjoy writing!

Jill

LIFESTYLE

What’s in my changing bag?

May 1, 2018 Home at Rose Cottage

Hello again!

I thought I would give you a look inside my changing bag today…

I think the key to a successful trip out is a well organised changing bag. I like to pride myself in being a super organised person who brings anything and everything in her bag to cover any and all situations! Becoming a mummy has meant this bag organisation has moved from being my handbag to the changing bag!

I am currently just using the changing bag which came in the bundle with my pram – but I actually really like this wee bag. It is easy on the eye, goes with everything and hooks onto the pram meaning I don’t have to carry it about.

So here’s what I keep inside:

Yes I really fit all this into my changing bag! I use the changing bag as my handbag as well, as lets face it who wants to kart about 2 bags!

So here’s a list of Harry’s items which go into the bag:

Nappies – I have tried out lots of different brands of nappies over the last 10 weeks but always seem to come back to Pampers. Im not sure if its because they really are the best nappy or its just the brand name. Harry is currently wearing size 2.
Wipes – Im not too fussy about what brand of wipes I use and normally just buy whichever ones are on offer!
Nappy bags – I bring lots of these out with me as they can have a few different uses. If Harry is sick or has a big explosion I would put the dirty clothes into a nappy bag to bring home.
Changing mat – I don’t like the idea of putting my wee man onto one of those pull down changing tables without this mat, so I always use this when changing him in public.
Bottles and formula containers – I always bring at least 3 bottles out with me no matter how long I intend to be out for. Ive got locked in an underground carpark because of a bomb scare before so you can never be too prepared!! These little containers are so so handy and the little top prevents any spillage with formula powder.
Muslin Cloths – I normally just bring one large one out with me. Has many uses – sick catcher, cover for breastfeeding, blanket for swaddling, or if you’ve forgotten your changing mat.
2 bibs
Spare vest and babygrow – I would recommend bringing a baby grow as the spare outfit as lets face it when your flapping about after a huge explosion who wants to be faffing with putting an awkward outfit on a screaming child!

My items which go into the bag:

Purse – this one is from Cath Kidson and has a handy little pull out compartment when you don’t want to bring the whole thing.
Phone – lets be honest going out without this is like losing a limb!
Vanity bag – I fill a little makeup bag with a few comfort items for myself which includes a comb, lipgloss, tissues, sanitary products, hand gel, wipes, hair bobbles and clips.

Would love to hear what you yummy mummies keep in your changing bags?

Hope you enjoy reading as much as I enjoy writing!

Jill

INTERIORS

Harry’s Little Room

January 11, 2018 Home at Rose Cottage

Hello again!

Harry has the first room in the whole house to be totally finished! We have now been living in Rose Cottage a year and there are still so many finishing touches needed for each room. I have had to start taking lists out with me shopping to remind me of what I need to get to complete the other rooms! (I’m blaming this on baby brain!!)

Lots of lovely people on Instagram have commented on Harry’s room so I’ve decided to take you on a little tour! Some of you may notice I have moved it around a bit – and I think its a much better layout and makes the room feel bigger.

I’ll try my best to provide links of where the items are from, but if I have missed something please feel free to ask!

Chair – http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/sofas-armchairs/armchairs/poäng-rocking-chair-white-smidig-black-spr-59163269/

Star Storage Bag – https://www.instagram.com/hello___henry/