Showing posts with label Living & Homemaking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Living & Homemaking. Show all posts

Sunday, March 9, 2025

Sunday Lunch - Potato salad & Tuna/Fish -Made 3 Ways for Picky Eaters!

Hi everyone! Today is Sunday and that calls for a family lunch that does not take a lot of time but will satisfy the hole family. Cooking for a picky 2 year old, a 9 year old who is just starting to move out of the very picky eating stage and 2 adults can be tricky, especially when you don't feel like cooking 3 separate meals.

So here is how I make the Potato - Tuna/fish salad ingredients work for us all...

Ingredients:

Friday, September 17, 2021

10 September Activities to get in to the Autumn Mood

September is the month to slowly sink in to the weather change and transition your mood from summer vibes to cozy. Here are 10 activities to do before the month is over...

1. Have a Bon Fire! 

Before the nights become to cold to sit outside have a intimate group of friends come over for a night of roasted marshmallows, warm wine, hot coco, and spicy sausages. This is something the little ones will love too, so get them involved by having them gather some wood and set up with pillows and blankets. This will also be a great opportunity for some star gazing!

2. Movie Night! 


This is the perfect season to make a watching list. Choose some old and new movies to watch and also start watching new series (there are always new programs starting in September). The great thing about being prepared with a pre-watch list, is that when you have those few couple of hours to sit down and watch something; you wont be wasting any time on last minute searching.

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

10 ways to Welcome September

 I am not sure why, but September feels like the month of new beginnings!

After the summer holidays and the hot weather simmers down we all start thinking of new starts at our usual routine. The need for a makeover. How we all get the urge to change our homes from light and bright to cozy and warm.

Here are 10 things to start your new beginnings in September:

1. Get a new Welcome Mat or put up a Welcome sign on your door or entrance way! This will make your home feel instantly more homey. 


2. Get a new hair cut! Trim the ends of your locks to get rid of dry or split ends. Try a new hair color or give your hair a little mask treatment to get it back in to hydrated shape after all the swimming and sun.


3. Get your first pumpkin! As soon as I start seeing pumpkins around I instantly feel like fall is here. Why not try a pumpkin spice candle :)


 4. Try some earthy tones! You can incorporate these new colors in your outfits, makeup routine, or in your home décor.


5. Stationary! No matter if you work at a desk or not. This is a perfect time to get some new stationary (note pads, post it notes, highlighters, cute pencils and pens). Having something new to wright with will brighten up your day just a little :)


6. Make a new playlist! Some new tunes in the car will help you get in to a great mood. Music can lift you up and calm you down; make a playlist to fit your mood and needs.


7. Take a long bath with all the works! Bath salts, coconut oil, your fave pampering products... Our skin gets super dry from the hot weather and water treatments, so soaking in a warm bath with all the good stuff for your skin in it will make you feel super relaxed and brand new.


8. Choose a new book! There has been a lot of swapping books going on. It is kind of a new trend!!! And this is the best season to start getting cozy with a good book!


9. Plant! Did you know that the month of September is a great planting month? Especially if you plan to plant from cutting. Plants like the chill in the air and feel as if it is a mini spring after the hot summer weather. So get your hands in the dirt and watch your plants and trees grow.


10. Tea Time! Take a tip from the Queen and have High Tea. You will feel like a child again and it will be whimsical and fun. Make a pot of tea, small sandwiches, little cakes and some good company.



Tuesday, March 20, 2018

TASTE BY ME - Easter Treats

It is no secret that the Easter season gives us the munchies... At every corner there are chocolate treats being dangled in front of us, but how to choose? 

Well, TASTE BY ME has been tried and tested and highly recommended!!! 
A young lady by the name of Elina, not long ago started up a small business using her talents and vision. She started creating beautiful treats for all celebratory events and soon her small but highly equipt kitchen has become a treasured spot in the small village of  Klirou. 

I personally trusted Elina with the celebrations of the most important boys in my life my son Mario and Godson Sotiri. Both of their birthday cakes looked and tasted heavenly!



And this Easter Taste By Me is once again providing stunning treats for our festive tables... So i recommend that you put in your order sooner then later to get the chance to try and enjoy the best of the best! 



Here are a few more creations by Taste By Me....



This was Tried and Tested by Natasha Essentials!

Saturday, December 2, 2017

It’s starting to feel a lot like Christmas

It's been a while since i blogged.
Actually it's been a while since i done anything for me. Somehow i have found my self in a race with the clock and every time it feels like i am running short.
But December is here and its a month for wishful thinking and maybe some extra blog/me time.

Here is little season inspiration...




Monday, May 1, 2017

46 Summer Goals to make the most of the season

Here is one way to make sure you take advantage of  the new season and have a great summer filled with the things you love (big & small). Making a list of goals for the summer is fun and can be inspirational for those days where you don't really know what to do. 

Bellow is my list for the summer season. I hope it inspires you to make your own and if you have any suggestions to add to this list; i would love to hear about it so feel free to drop a comment.



Friday, February 24, 2017

Home Art

Art is not just something you will add to that empty space on the wall... Its the piece that will set a tone of a room. It will fill you with a feeling and speak to you. Some believe that Art has no function but it can make you stop and stare. It can whisper or shout. It can even evoke feelings that you were not aware were there before you stooped to look.



Just click on the images to see where you can find these works. 

https://www.allmodern.com/Oliver-Gal-Watercoveted-Graphic-Art-on-Wrapped-Canvas-ALIV9821.html



Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Home Office

Home Offices have  been a little bit of an obsession lately... So i have gathered a few ideas to turn a small area at home in to a home office.

Black & White Minimal




The key to a minimal look is to keep the space clutter free and narrow colors to a minimum. Having the items you need and inspire you the most on easy access and display.

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Bath, blankets, bonding and books

Things that help us welcome the cool weather...




because there's no place like home.
xoxo Natasha

Coffee, Cake, Cuddles & Candles -FALL

Now is the time for ...




xoxo Natasha

Friday, September 16, 2016

5 Ideas to make the most of the New Year

Let me start this post by wishing you a Happy 2016!
Inspired by the New Year, here are a few cute ideas to make the most of the next 365 days...



1. A Year of Dates! 



Wednesday, July 6, 2011

MUSIC ENERGY BOOSTER

It is no secret that Music affects our mood, so use this to your advantage! Get an energy boost by listening to 3 of your favorite tunes!
In the morning on your way to work, listen to a tune that inspires you and boosts your confidence and creativity. Approach your day with positive energy and this will reflect in everything you do including your job.

Just before a night out, turn up the volume to your fave song while putting on your make up or picking out what you going to wear! You will know that you have picked the right song for this occasion if it makes you want to get up and dance!

For an extra music energy boost, pick a special tune to be your mobile ring-tone or even your morning wake up alarm sound!


xxx
Natasha Elena