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Homemade Christmas Cake Workshop

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Have you always wanted to make your own homemade Christmas cake? It's easier than you think, and I can show you how!Join me on Zoom as I share my favourite homemade Christmas cake recipe - based on my family's traditional British recipe - as well as my hints and tips for how to make your homemade Christmas cake one of the best you have ever tasted. There's a gluten-free option too! Saturday Continue reading...

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A selection of Easy Fall Recipes

Fall Recipes – Wholesome Family-Friendly Favourites

Raspberry Bakewell Tart Squares

Raspberry Bakewell Tart Squares

Streusel topped and deliciously spiced, this Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins

Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins Inspired by The Lake District

Banana Date Cake served on a cake plate

Banana Date Cake with Walnut and Honey Glaze

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Online Homemade Christmas Cake Workshop Flyer

Homemade Christmas Cake Workshop

The Hearth and Soul Link Party, where you are welcome to share your blog posts about anything that feeds the soul

Transition from Summer to Fall at the Hearth and Soul Link Party

Finding Yourself Again in after the kids leave home - an empty nest

Finding Yourself Again After Your Kids Leave Home

Vintage Cookie Masterclass Announcement

Vintage Cookie Masterclass – Easy Recipes You Will Love

Style

Don't miss these easy, inexpensive ways to freshen up your home for fall, brighten your surroundings and really get the most out of this lovely season!

Easy Tips to Help You Freshen Up Your Home For Fall

How To Feel Comfortable In Front of a Camera - April Harris photographed at Stamford Park

How To Feel Comfortable In Front Of A Camera

Refresh Your Wardrobe - a colour coordinated wardrobe

Refresh Your Wardrobe – 5 Easy Steps

A hat is a real fashion statement, but how to choose a hat that is perfect for you? Don't miss these tips to help you make the right choice!

How to Choose a Hat That is Perfect for You

Travel

5 Places I Can't Wait To Visit Again - April standing on the balcony of the Dandolo Suite at The Hotel Daniele Venice

5 Places I Can’t Wait To Visit Again

Greys Court – A Charming Tudor Country House

The Lady Astor Suite at Cliveden House Hotel

Lady Astor Suite at Cliveden House Hotel

April J Harris on the stairs at Beaulieu

Beaulieu Palace House – A Magical Evening

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Happy Friday! What are your plans for the weekend?

Happy Friday! What are your plans for the weekend? I am starting the weekend early with a day off in London with @guyjharris66 😍 We are planning to do some Christmas shopping 😊#apriljharris #flowersoflondon #minibreak

I'm off to my first in person networking meeting i

I'm off to my first in person networking meeting in over 18 months today. I'm really excited to see @wibn_sarah_van_dort and all my fabulous colleagues from the WIBN Caversham Group. ⁣
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Equally, I'm nervous as this all feels very new, even though it's something I took for granted for such a long time. All of our experiences have been different and we all need to be empathetic towards each other as we move forward. ⁣
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I am excited for new beginnings though - I always think of September as the new January, and it is never more appropriate than this year!

Has there ever been a year that was more challengi

Has there ever been a year that was more challenging for couples? I'm so grateful that we are not only still speaking to each other, we still actually enjoy each other's company (most of the time!!). 😂⁣
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It doesn't mean we haven't had our moments - goodness knows we have. However, I'm so grateful to the lovely @guyjharris66 for his patience, understanding and all round incredible support through the past 18 months (and for so many years before!). ❤ After over 32 years I didn't think I could love him more, but he proved me wrong. ❤⁣
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If things all seem a bit much at the moment, click the link in my bio @apriljharris to check out my suggestions to help you Keep The Romance In Your Relationship. Whether everything is going swimmingly or are a bit challenging, I hope my tips will help you negotiate and even enjoy this very unique time in all our lives.

Don't miss these Raspberry Bakewell Tart Squares,

Don't miss these Raspberry Bakewell Tart Squares, a delicious, easy to make twist on a traditional British teatime treat.⁣
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Please click the link in my bio @apriljharris for the recipe.⁣
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