Jen Walshaw | Mum In The Madhouse

DIY Garden Lantern from a Plastic Bottle: Beautiful Recyclable Crafts for Kids

13 Comments / childrens craft, crafts, Teen, Tween, Upcycling / By Jen Walshaw

Looking for a creative way to reuse your recyclables? These DIY lanterns made from an empty plastic bottle are a fun and eco-friendly project for kids and families. Instead of tissue paper, we’ll be using permanent markers like Sharpies (or acrylic paint) to decorate the bottles. It’s quick, colourful, and a great way to turn […]

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10 Family Activities for sports mad kids

0 Fun Family Activities for Sports-Mad Kids

8 Comments / activities for children, days out, parenting, Screen Free, UK Holidays / By Jen Walshaw

Both of my boys are sports mad and with half term on the horizon I have been looking into things we can do as a family that is of interest to my difficult tweens! Yes, they could do these activities on their own, but we are all about having fun and making memories as a

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A family friendly office come craft room. This colourful perfect space for encouraging a creative family life in a digital age.

Where I Work: A Sneak Peek into Our Office and Craft Room

19 Comments / about us, house, parenting / By Jen Walshaw

Do you have a dedicated workspace or craft room at home? I have just got a proper desk from Lakeland Furniture to replace the Ikea table I was working at. I am lucky that I am able to do my job from home and where I work has evolved over the years. Initially, when the

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Paraben-Free Head Lice and Nit Treatment: Safe and Effective Solutions

46 Comments / parenting / By Jen Walshaw

Treating head lice has always been a real challenge, especially when I do not want to expose my children to chemicals and nasties. This is where KIT & COCO come in. I really believe that they are going to revolutionise the treatment and prevention of head lice.

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Clarks: Why They’re Still Cool for Kids’ Shoes

13 Comments / Review, shoes / By Jen Walshaw

I am a stickler for making sure my boys have decent shoes and that they fit well and for school shoes that has meant a mixture of Clarks and Startright and recently Geox, Doc Martians and Kickers. This has been fine with my boys, but for trainers, it has been another matter, until recently!

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Teaching Kids Budgeting: Cash vs. Card – What They Need to Know

1 Comment / money, Money Savvy Kids, parenting / By Jen Walshaw

Money, we never seem to have enough, or that should be we have a habit of living to our means, Raising children is an expensive business. Mini killed yet another pair of school schools this week. This is his third pair since September and they do not come cheap. I try to make sure I

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Discover Tall Tales at the Top of Blackpool Tower – A Family Adventure

5 Comments / days out, parenting, travelling with kids, UK Holidays / By Jen Walshaw

There is nothing more magical than a story and imagine being told a tall tale from the top of the tower. Yes, really this extra special experience will take place on Saturday mornings throughout May and June at the top of the Blackpool Tower.

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How to Clean Your Washing Machine: Simple Tips for a Fresh and Efficient Appliance

11 Comments / parenting / By Jen Walshaw

We have just got a new washing machine and I am determined to make it last by ensuring that it is cleaned regularly (although our new machine is self cleaning)! My last washing machine was cleaned on a monthly basis and lasted nine years, so I am determined that this fantastic new Hotpoint RSG964JW SMART+ Washing

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Upcycle glass jars into a stunning glowing photo jar luminaries. This beautiful photo luminaries glow when you add a candle and make the perfect gifts. What a fun DIY craft.

DIY Photo Jar Luminaries: Easy Craft Idea for Personalized Lighting

15 Comments / candles, childrens craft, crafts, Homemade gifts, Mother's Day Crafts, Teen, Tween, Upcycling / By Jen Walshaw

These photo jar luminaries are remarkably simple to make and perfect for upcycling empty jars and even for jazzing up candles. I am passionate about ensuring that we eat together as a family and I love making our dinner table a wonderful place for my family to connect and these photo jar luminaries are

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