Blog - Polly Jemima

Kiddo’s Christmas Card DIY

not so much of a DIY as an inspiration idea!! i prefer to send homemade cards than shop bought ones, and my kiddos like to get involved in the making...

Home Schooling

I’ve been planing to write a post on this subject for a while. But somehow I’ve never quite gotten around to it. The last couple of weeks though, I’ve had...

A little love goes a long way

Cute plaque, little owl, sweet girls – thrifted finds Painting session; Massage!! Lola making cakes; Christmas lights; finished painting Happy Saturday!! I got a bit of a lie in this...

Giving thanks for the small things

Alana In Love + a wonderful Mr who takes my kiddos out so I can have a couple of hours to myself +said Mr who comes thrifting with me –...

Little Knitted Bow Necklace

Little Knitted Bow Necklace I’ve just listed these adorable necklaces today! I’ve been knitting away like a crazy lady the last couple of days, I’ve made a few...

Lola’s Necklace DIY

Lola asked me the other day, she had an idea of a necklace she wanted to make for her and her bestie, and could she do it please? Of course...

Sparkling Stars – easy kiddo DIY

Lola and Kiki pulled their art kits out this morning, for some craft time. Miss Baya likes to join in, so I came up with this simple craft activity for...

Boho Dreamcatcher – a how to

It rained non-stop yesterday, so the girls and I got some supplies out and did some crafting. Inspired by the large dreamcatcher I have above my bed (made from a...

Guest Post: Origami Stars

Hi! I’m Lara and I’m really excited to be doing a guest post for all you lovely Pixie Mama readers. I’m a bit of an origami geek and I’d like...

On Dreams

The idea for this post popped into my head a few days ago. I was feeling a little blue and sorry for myself. I was feeling stuck in a...

On being me

I wrote this the other night…. and I came so close to deleting. But if you’re reading this I guess I didn’t!!! I was scared this would just make me...

DIY: Fabric Clouds

Saturday I spent 5 whole hours tidying/moving/decorating Lola and Kiki’s bedroom. I finally got around to buying them a new wardrobe each. That meant I could finally take down the...

Valentine’s DIY – Printable Coupons

This is the 6th and final Valentine’s DIY I have for you! I hope you’ve enjoyed all the previous posts. A great gift idea if money is tight is Valentines...

Valentine’s DIY – Button Heart Card

I much prefer to handmake cards than just buy one in a shop. It’s true that it’s the thought that counts, so your card doesn’t have to be a...

Valentine’s DIY – Mini Knitted Hearts

Today’s tutorial is for all you knitters, and is a pattern for mini knitted hearts. A handful of these make a super cute Valentine’s present, or they’d make a...

Mindfulness for Mama: Finding Peace in the Pause

Simple Daily Rhythms That Reduce Overwhelm as a Gentle Parent

30 little goals To make you healthier and happier this year

A lesson in letting go

How to simplify and slow down

A ‘Do Nothing Day’

Unconditional Self-Worth

5 things to do when you are in darkness

Mind the little moments

A ritual for letting go