Chimps Tea Party Blog — summer

Easy summer bunting sewing project for colourful garden party decor

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Easy summer bunting sewing project for colourful garden party decor

Ok, I know it doesn't feel particularly summery in the UK right now. But we might have that one day of heatwave, and we need to be prepared to make the most of it! This summer bunting is a really quick and easy little project to do on a rainy day. Make yourself a cup of tea, light a nice candle, and settle in for some sewing. Stopping to make something is a great way to practice some mindfulness and get away from screens for a while. And what could be better for boosting your mood than some super colourful bunting to...

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Have you made your summer bucket list yet?

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Have you made your summer bucket list yet?

Making a list of all the things you’d like to do over the summer is a great reminder. Stick it up on the fridge and pick something to try every weekend, and see how many you can get done.

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Afternoon Tea Picnic Inspiration

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Afternoon Tea Picnic Inspiration

As the weather gets warmer, I want to get outside as much as possible.  Eating in the garden or on a picnic is such a treat.  And it just happens to be National Picnic Week!  So I've put together some ideas for an afternoon tea style picnic, combining 2 of my favourite meals. Pick the perfect spot You want to choose somewhere a bit secluded with a nice view.  Think about whether you want to have a walk before you stop, or if you'd rather have a short trip straight to the picnic.  A tree to lean against or give...

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