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Moccis – Luxury Hand-sewn Swedish Moccasins

amomentwithfranca · 7 December 2017 · 55 Comments

One of the things that I love the most about the winter season is the feeling of cosiness! The idea of wrapping up and feeling comfortable is so appealing! Since I was little, I learned from my mother that as soon as you get back home you need to get comfy, so the first thing … [Read more...] about Moccis – Luxury Hand-sewn Swedish Moccasins

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Family, Fashion, Giveaways, Lifestyle, Review, Reviews, Sienna

How To Stay On Top Of Crucial House Maintenance

amomentwithfranca · 4 December 2017 · 2 Comments

You already know all the things you should be doing to keep your home with good specs, like inspecting fire alarms, cleaning kitchen fans and running water in unused spaces to avoid bacteria build up. However, it’s not always easy to keep track of (or want to do) all of these … [Read more...] about How To Stay On Top Of Crucial House Maintenance

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Home & Garden, Lifestyle, List, Tips

Loving My Nails & Blow Dry From Live True London

amomentwithfranca · 17 November 2017 · 14 Comments

Who doesn't like to be pampered? I seriously love it! There is nothing better than getting your hair and nails done! The feeling you get after is AMAZING! For us busy mums, getting a day where you are just spoilt a little bit is sometimes well deserved, LOL! You can imagine then, … [Read more...] about Loving My Nails & Blow Dry From Live True London

Filed Under: Beauty, Lifestyle, Review, Reviews

Mystery Night At The Dorchester With CasinoEuro

amomentwithfranca · 11 August 2017 · 22 Comments

A few weeks ago Nick and I were invited to a super fun event. CasinoEuro organised an evening of champagne, games and mystery for us and a group of other bloggers, influencers and celebrities, held at The Dorchester which, if you didn't know, is one of the best hotels in the UK. … [Read more...] about Mystery Night At The Dorchester With CasinoEuro

Filed Under: Events, Gadgets & Technology, Lifestyle, Travel

Home Staging Strategies for Big Families

amomentwithfranca · 17 July 2017 · 1 Comment

Selling a house is no easy task. You have to manage real estate agents and banks while also looking for a new place to live. Plus, you still need to make sure your house is attractive to potential buyers. Keeping your house looking good may sound difficult, especially when you … [Read more...] about Home Staging Strategies for Big Families

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Home & Garden, Lifestyle, List Tagged With: Staging

Honest Pop Up Garden Event in South Bank London

amomentwithfranca · 14 July 2017 · 12 Comments

Last week I was invited to attend a really cool event organised by organic tea company, Honest. They did a 3 day summer pop-up garden party which was called Honest Garden, inspired by the company's commitment to sourcing organic ingredients for its products, where they were … [Read more...] about Honest Pop Up Garden Event in South Bank London

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Events, Food, Health, Home & Garden, Lifestyle Tagged With: Organic Drinks

KAYA Jewellery Review & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 5 July 2017 · 41 Comments

Who doesn't love jewellery? I certainly love it! It is even more special if it is personalised too. That is why, I was excited when KAYA jewellery asked me to review a piece from their latest collection. The best part is that they are kindly letting me GIVEAWAY a voucher for one … [Read more...] about KAYA Jewellery Review & Giveaway

Filed Under: Beauty, Fashion, Giveaways, Lifestyle, Review, Reviews Tagged With: Jewellery

Braun Series 3 ProSkin – The Perfect Gift for Sensitive Dads

amomentwithfranca · 24 May 2017 · 25 Comments

The new Braun Series 3 ProSkin is a real hero for sensitive skin, and launching just in time for Father’s Day it’s the perfect gift for sensitive dads. I’ve partnered with Braun to tell you about some of the times when my hubby shows his sensitive side! … [Read more...] about Braun Series 3 ProSkin – The Perfect Gift for Sensitive Dads

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Gadgets & Technology, Lifestyle, Parenting Tagged With: Britmums

Red Letter Days & iFly Indoor Skydiving Event at Milton Keynes

amomentwithfranca · 11 May 2017 · 47 Comments

I was invited for what turned out to be one of the best experiences I have ever had in my whole life. Red Letter Days invited me to iFly in Milton Keynes for an indoor skydiving experience. This was actually very interesting because I'm afraid of heights and I am also … [Read more...] about Red Letter Days & iFly Indoor Skydiving Event at Milton Keynes

Filed Under: Days Out, Events, Lifestyle, Nick, Videos Tagged With: iFly, Indoors skydiving, Milton Keynes, RDLTasters, Red Letter Days, Skydiving

Mother’s Day in Cornwall

amomentwithfranca · 3 April 2017 · 22 Comments

We had a lovely week away in Cornwall with Nick's family. We rented a big house and we spent a wonderful time all together! It was a fab house with a little shop next to it (believe it or not, LOL!), a great playground in front, a really nice beach nearby and best of all, a great … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day in Cornwall

Filed Under: Family, Fashion, Food, Lifestyle, Travel Tagged With: Cornwall, Love the Sales, Mother's Day, New Inn Goonhavern, Ted Baker

Stylish Outfit Ideas For An Impromptu Summer Barbecue

amomentwithfranca · 23 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

As the seasons begin to shift and the gloomy winter months are phased out by the wonderful colours of spring, I can feel my mood starting to lift and energy increase. During the English winter, I just want to hibernate in big woollen jumpers and stay indoors as much as possible … [Read more...] about Stylish Outfit Ideas For An Impromptu Summer Barbecue

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Fashion, Lifestyle Tagged With: Holiday Collection, maxi dress, Pleated skirts, Pretty pleats, shopping, Summer outfit, Summer sandals, Summer staple, Tu at Sainsbury's

Four Ways To Give Your Outdoor Space A Fresh Look

amomentwithfranca · 22 March 2017 · 3 Comments

Most people tend to focus on their inside space when decorating their home. And it makes sense as that is the place where we spend most of our time as a family, right? But why do we neglect the outside? I think when people first approach your house, the first thing they will see … [Read more...] about Four Ways To Give Your Outdoor Space A Fresh Look

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Home & Garden, Lifestyle, Tips Tagged With: Outdoor Space, Revamp your Outdoor Space

Family-friendly Bathroom Designs

amomentwithfranca · 21 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

When designing a family-friendly bathroom there can be a lot to think about to make sure it’s safe for children to use, as well as being a space for adults to enjoy and relax. … [Read more...] about Family-friendly Bathroom Designs

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Family, Home & Garden, Lifestyle, Tips Tagged With: Bathroom storage, Designs, Family Bathroom, Non-slip tiles, Underfloor heating

#NORDICTEA at Aster for International Women’s Day

amomentwithfranca · 13 March 2017 · 50 Comments

Last Wednesday 8th March was International Women's Day, a day that all women should celebrate. It commemorates the movement for women's rights and celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. As you can see I'm all for celebrating this day! … [Read more...] about #NORDICTEA at Aster for International Women’s Day

Filed Under: Events, Food, Lifestyle Tagged With: Afternoon Tea, Aster, D&D, food, International Women's Day, Nordic Tea, Victoria

Our Amazing Time at The Ellerby Country Inn in Yorkshire

amomentwithfranca · 27 February 2017 · 51 Comments

The last time we spent a few days away as a family was last year in Durham. Since then we have been away a few times visiting family, but not to stay somewhere we haven't visited before.  We were all very excited, especially the girls. I love that they both have a sense of … [Read more...] about Our Amazing Time at The Ellerby Country Inn in Yorkshire

Filed Under: Family, Food, Lifestyle, Press Trips, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: award winning B&B, B&B, Ellerby, eviivo, The Ellerby, Travel, Travelling with Kids, Whitby, Yorkshire

Win a £200 Tile Voucher To Spend Online at Walls and Floors

amomentwithfranca · 24 February 2017 · 99 Comments

One day I wish to have my dream house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a big living room and a big kitchen! That would be amazing! When I lived back home, my parents had a 2-floor house with 5 bedrooms, huge living room, dining room and a large garden with swimming pool and pond! I … [Read more...] about Win a £200 Tile Voucher To Spend Online at Walls and Floors

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Giveaways, Home & Garden, Lifestyle Tagged With: Decorating, giveaway, Tiles, Walls and Floors

How To Stay Healthy On A Budget

amomentwithfranca · 24 January 2017 · 22 Comments

We are now in January and as we all know this is the month that we all start thinking about losing weight, and being fit and healthy. After the holidays in December, we all gain a few kilos. I must admit that I have gained not just a couple of kilos but much more than that! I … [Read more...] about How To Stay Healthy On A Budget

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Fitness, Food, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition Tagged With: Be fit, Budget, Healthy Food, Saving Money

Girls Bedroom Ideas

amomentwithfranca · 2 December 2016 · Leave a Comment

My youngest daughter Sienna has grown up so much now that I think she is ready to share a room with her sister. I have been thinking about this for a long time. I really want my girls to love their bedroom and to want to spend time there playing as well sleeping. … [Read more...] about Girls Bedroom Ideas

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Home & Garden, Lifestyle Tagged With: Blinds, Bunk Beds, Girls Bedrooms, Roofblinds, Storage, Velux Blinds, Windows

What Is So Special About Your Office Chair?

amomentwithfranca · 17 November 2016 · 3 Comments

Before I started blogging, I worked in different offices practising law. I would usually work long hours in these offices which meant that my office chair was very important. It needed to be comfortable so I was able to deliver and also achieve my deadlines. I was actually lucky … [Read more...] about What Is So Special About Your Office Chair?

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Home & Garden, Lifestyle, List, Tips Tagged With: Furniture at Work, Home Office Chair, Office Chair

Our Family Weekend in Durham

amomentwithfranca · 13 November 2016 · 38 Comments

As most of you know, we were invited by Virgin Trains to travel First Class to Durham. We had never been there so it was our first time visiting this amazing city.  It was just a weekend break, leaving London on the Friday afternoon and returning on Sunday afternoon. We had all … [Read more...] about Our Family Weekend in Durham

Filed Under: Family, Lifestyle, Press Trips, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Durham, Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral, Durham University, Family Trip, Kingslodge Inn Hotel, Travelling with family, Travelling with Kids, Virgin Trains

Appreciating Family Breakfast Time with Tefal Maison

amomentwithfranca · 5 November 2016 · 2 Comments

We recently reviewed the excellent Cook4Me Intelligent Multicooker which we absolutely love, so when Tefal, the company behind that product, asked us to review something from their latest Tefal Maison range we jumped at the chance. We knew we would likely be reviewing … [Read more...] about Appreciating Family Breakfast Time with Tefal Maison

Filed Under: Food, Lifestyle, Reviews Tagged With: Kettle, Tefal, Tefal Maison, The Art of Breakfast, Toaster

Gentleman’s Gift Guide

amomentwithfranca · 1 November 2016 · 1 Comment

It is this time of the year where we start thinking about Christmas and what gifts to buy. I don't know about you, but I always have problems deciding what to buy for my dad and my father in law (and in general, any older gentlemen  in the family). While I was searching for … [Read more...] about Gentleman’s Gift Guide

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Lifestyle, List Tagged With: Christmas Gift Guide, Chums, Gentleman's Gift Guide, Gift List

A Fun Day With Model Vogue Williams & Regatta Outdoors

amomentwithfranca · 24 October 2016 · 52 Comments

I was recently invited to a fun and exclusive event in London with model and fashionista Vogue Williams, and award winning outdoor clothing brand Regatta Outdoors. They were hosting a Style Masterclass with Vogue. They told me I would get some practical style advice to maximise … [Read more...] about A Fun Day With Model Vogue Williams & Regatta Outdoors

Filed Under: Events, Fashion, Lifestyle Tagged With: clothes, fashion, Footwear, Kids clothes, Photoshoot, Regatta Outdoors, Style Masterclass, Vogue Williams

My Day at LivingEtc House Tours 2016

amomentwithfranca · 21 October 2016 · 56 Comments

I have always been surrounded by the love of art, decoration, and living ideas. My mum is a decorator by heart and all her life was interested in discovering and admiring new trends. She would spend hours in an Art Gallery browsing around for the next piece of art that she would … [Read more...] about My Day at LivingEtc House Tours 2016

Filed Under: Days Out, Events, Home & Garden, Lifestyle, Reviews Tagged With: AO, Livingetc House Tours 2016, Livingetc Magazine, Stylish Houses

Multimedia Screening of Storks

amomentwithfranca · 14 October 2016 · 62 Comments

We were very lucky again to be invited to another Multimedia Screening. Last time we saw The Secret Life of Pets and it was a lot of fun. This time, we had the opportunity to watch STORKS which is an animated movie from the same studio (Warner Brothers) that brought us The LEGO … [Read more...] about Multimedia Screening of Storks

Filed Under: Days Out, Events, Family, Film & TV, Lifestyle, Reviews Tagged With: Adam Samberg, Courier Service, Jennifer Anniston, KidZania, London, Multimedia Screening, Storks, Warner Brothers

Family Trip To Durham with Virgin Trains East Coast

amomentwithfranca · 12 October 2016 · 47 Comments

During the summer we were contacted by Virgin Trains East Coast to review their First Class service to one of the destinations on the East Coast line, such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, York, Leeds, Aberdeen, Durham and Lincoln among others. We chose Durham as we have never … [Read more...] about Family Trip To Durham with Virgin Trains East Coast

Filed Under: Bella, Family, Lifestyle, Nick, Press Trips, Reviews, Sienna, Travel Tagged With: Durham, Family Trip, Family Weekend Away, First Class Lounge, First Class Trains, James Martin Menu, Kings Cross Station, London, Travel, Travelling with Kids, Virgin Trains, Virgin Trains East Coast

Type the Hype Discovery Parcel Unboxing Video

amomentwithfranca · 15 July 2016 · 34 Comments

Hola chicos, I was so excited to receive the Type the Hype Discovery Parcel which I have made an unboxing video showing all the products that were inside. Type the Hype is a lovely network where they put together bloggers with brands. If you are a blogger I would recommend you to … [Read more...] about Type the Hype Discovery Parcel Unboxing Video

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Lifestyle, List, Videos, Vlogging

Stella Necklace in Sterling Silver by Nikki Stark Jewellery Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 24 May 2016 · 84 Comments

Hola chicos, I have another amazing giveaway for you as part of my Blog Anniversary month (actually yesterday was also my birthday so Happy Birthday to me, LOL!). I'm so excited to tell you that the lovely Nikki from Nikki Stark Jewellery has kindly offered me the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Stella Necklace in Sterling Silver by Nikki Stark Jewellery Giveaway

Filed Under: Fashion, Giveaways, Lifestyle Tagged With: Jewellery, Necklaces, Nikki Start Jewellery, Rings

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