I had a wonderful evening out at Greedo in Lymington where Helen McGinn of The Knackered Mothers Wine Club launched her new ‘Homemade Cocktails’ book. It’s got some great ideas – I’m going to try the chocolate vodka very soon plus there are all sorts of suggestions for things like tea syrup to add to…
Years ago my Mum bought a Thermomix and gave us all the Thermomix obsession too. What is it? It’s the most incredible cooking machine, it is great for risotto, soups, breads, white sauce, mayonnaise and even ice cream. It boasts 12 functions including kneading, milling, mixing, heating, blending, steaming and chopping and has been a…
I’m back from a very busy three days in Brockenhurst at the New Forest Show – what a fabulous time and incredible weather! It was my first time exhibiting there and I got to meet loads of lovely people both on the other stands and those visiting. I won second place for small trade stands…
This lovely family have visited my London studio since they were expecting baby number 1, well actually baby numbers one and two and they’ve been visiting regularly ever since (some of their photos even ended up in a tv series!). A very (VERY) messy cake smash at age one, a fun 2nd birthday celebration, lots…
Mini sessions are just that, a miniature version of my regular shoots. Your mini session will last 15 – 30 minutes and unlike a full shoot, there won’t be time for outfit changes but you will still get lots of lovely photographs to choose from. These mini shoots are only on offer at certain times of…
Why do you need to get a business headshot or update your personal portrait? Social media is such a huge part of business these days, it’s important you look professional in your business head shot. Selfies look cheap and unless you’re Kim Kardashian, probably isn’t the image you’re hoping to portray. Your headshot is essential…
Setley Ridge in Brockenhurst relaunched their farm shop with a fabulous Spring Fair raising money for Oakhaven Hospice. Rachel who owns Rosie Lea bakery and Rosie Lea’s Kitchen at Setley Ridge has now taken over the farm shop. They now bake all their cakes and other goodies which they sell in the cafes and in…
The Hut more Ibiza than the Isle of Wight!
Another fabulous Spirit of Christmas fair – on until 6th November with a late night until 9pm on Thursday. Here’s a round up of some of the best products I found for kids (and a few for grown ups too). http://www.spiritofchristmasfair.co.uk Elie Beaumont watches have some very cool designs and even…
I’ve updated this August 2016 as a couple of the restaurants had changed/shut down … I’m often out and about in the New Forest around Lymington and I get asked for recommendations for nice places for coffee or a nibble with or without kids, so here’s a few… (I’ll keep adding to the list so do…