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Wednesday, 20 May 2015

Dressing up games.

When we are children, we love to dress and make believe. My son loves all things pretend and all things fantastic; from superheroes to fairies to animals. Similarly, I teach many students who love to play at make believe, even as children. It seems to help them deal with their issues and, to be honest, sometimes being someone else feels like a better option.

This leads me to my coming weekend. Comicon. Comics. Cosplay.

I am a 30 year old woman, a Mum and a teacher and yet I'm so over excited putting together my catwoman cosplay for the weekend. For just a day, I can at least pretend to be catwoman. How cool is that? To most, probably not all that cool at all but to me, it really is.

In some way or another, don't we all pretend we are someone else? Someone more ideal? Not all the time, but just sometimes. If not for escape, then just for fun! Isn't it time we accepted that children have fun and that the ability to play is important and vital, in fact, to our humanity?

I love that cosplay is something I share with my friends and my son. We both love dressing up and acting, which is something to be celebrated. It isn't forced or fake and my son is surrounded by a wonderful menagerie of family and friends joining in with his fun. What a lovely tradition to continue on as he grows up.

Tuesday, 23 October 2012

Keep Rollin', Rollin', Rollin'

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So, it has been an eventful couple of weeks for the little man in my life. Now I know Ethan was born 2 weeks overdue and that he was massive but he has surprised us all with his recent adventures. Namely rolling. Yes, rolling at 10 weeks old. We are not talking a full roll but the cheeky one can now go from back to tummy and tummy to back! Very proud Mum over here but also very scared Mum. Babies (this one at least) don't give much warning in their developmental changes and it seems they try new things all of a sudden, when you least expect it. Be prepared is all I can say!

Knackered from the rolling!

Ethan has also experienced his door bouncer for the first time which he enjoyed but did seem a little confused by! Mainly for the fact that he was standing upright without support!

The most challenging part of the whole thing was probably getting it attached to the door frame in the first place. It seems baby equipment really isn't built to be easy to make or set up at all. The pram/car seat/transformer is the worst, with its secret buttons and straps and parts it really is one of the biggest challenges of having a baby!

Woooooooooooooah!

Other than rolling and bouncing around our flat, Ethan has mostly been teething (a whole other story!), sporting a stunning range of outfits and chatting up girls at Mummy and baby meet ups! Being a baby really is incredibly hard work but very rewarding!

Happy in this awesome number!

Modelling my new H&M outfit!

Monday, 22 October 2012

Diablo Jo's Rockabilly Accessories: Treats for Mamma and Bambino!

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In writing this blog I realised I have missed one thing which is probably more important to me than I like to make out: fashion. To clarify, when I say fashion I mean unique and original ideas and creations which make you look and feel good, not TOWIE inspired dullness. I like to think that I am far too interesting and clever to be bothered about silly things like clothes, make-up and hair but the truth is I am a girl and I like pretty things! Like I say to the teenage girls I teach, there is nothing wrong with enjoying these things but this doesn't stop you being a creative, intelligent individual!

My style, if you can call it that, varies between poetic bohemian (ha!) to indie comic book geek to 50s rock 'n' roll. The later of the three is my favourite look but the one I have always struggled with. To embody real 50s glamour you need to maintain yourself well, from your hair to your nails it works best when you make an effort. Sadly, I don't have great nails and wear my hair short. While I love having short hair and think it suits me, it doesn't quite fit the 50s chic look. Here is where the rock 'n' roll comes in!

While pregnant I came across some outstanding headscarves which provide the perfect solution to my hair woes. Designed to tie in a typically retro style headscarves come in a range of cute and kitsch designs, from classic flowers to edgy tattoo inspired skulls, each and every one stunning! Throughout my pregnancy and beyond I wear Diablo Jo's creations, not only to help on bad hair days but to make a simple jeans and t-shirt combo far more glamorous!

Since finding Diablo Jo's I have found an array of wonderful hair accessories which are just beautiful but the latest addition to the range is 'Bambino Diablo' which includes fabulous pieces for your little rocker! The skirts for girls are gorgeous and I can imagine they would make any little girl look and feel amazing. As for the boys there is an inspired range of beautifully crafted bibs in the same designs as the headscarves. Designed to make your little dude look similar to a cowboy they hold so much more style value than the usual dribble catchers without losing their practical value.

These are two of my favourite designs from the Bambino range:

Anchors Away!

Skulls and Roses!