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Categories Food & Drink

Weekend Food

March 16, 2013January 9, 2012 Leave a comment by A Crafty Chai
Veggie Toad in the Hole

Previously, when it’s got to the weekend, I’ve had a break from healthy eating. I know how that sounds! But sometimes you need a little treat. As this isn’t particularly healthy, I wanted to pick some recipes that weren’t too unhealthy but a bit of a treat at the same time. All of the recipes … Read more Weekend Food


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DIY Beauty

March 16, 2013December 4, 2011 Leave a comment by A Crafty Chai
Hair Repair Recipe

You may have gathered from my previous posts that money is tight…non-existent really. My ‘disposable income’ disappeared when I signed my letter of resignation. So cutbacks had to be made. But I didn’t want to stop doing the things that made me feel better so I knew I had to find a different way of … Read more DIY Beauty


Categories Crafty, Food & Drink

4 Ingredient Nutella Brownies

September 9, 2014August 18, 2011 Leave a comment by A Crafty Chai
4 Ingredient Nutella Brownies

I love Pinterest. If you haven’t discovered it yet, be warned: You will get hooked on pictures of pretty things. One of my boards is called ‘Temptations’ and contains pictures of cakes & all things chocolaty! So when I pinned a picture of some Nutella Brownies I was keen to see where it came from … Read more 4 Ingredient Nutella Brownies


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Gluten Free Cookies

March 9, 2013June 26, 2011 Leave a comment by A Crafty Chai
Gluten Free Cookie Dough

I’ve been looking for different baking ideas & have wanted to bake something for my gluten-free friends. So I’ve been trawling the internet for an easy gluten-free cookie recipe. It hasn’t been easy as many recipes call for loads of different types of flour & other ingredients which I don’t have. But then I stumbled … Read more Gluten Free Cookies


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Lovely walk in the #snow in #Abingdon this morning Lovely walk in the #snow in #Abingdon this morning. Home to a @newgroundcoffee & @deliciouslyella cookie. #slowsunday
Frosty moss in the garden #freezing #wheresthesnow Frosty moss in the garden #freezing #wheresthesnow #nature #ihearttheoutdoors
Had a bit of a lockdown wobble while food shopping Had a bit of a lockdown wobble while food shopping earlier. Felt tired about where we are and far we have to go. I know we’ll make it, and I appreciate I am very fortunate, but this shit is hard. This beautiful sunset was most welcome. Have done my walk, home workout & am about to meditate. Trying to keep on top of my self-care and am looking forward to a restful weekend of tea and jigsaws. Take care all. #lockdownlife #musings #selfcare #nature
Can confirm the @dominos_uk #chickaint #vegan pizz Can confirm the @dominos_uk #chickaint #vegan pizza is tasty. Best one yet. #veganuary
Very chilly long walk this morning for our #dailye Very chilly long walk this morning for our #dailyexercise. Spotted a green woodpecker and a heron, which are my favourite 🤩 #lockdownlife #birdwatching #naturegirl
Picked the perfect day to try this #meditation exe Picked the perfect day to try this #meditation exercise from the @deliciouslyella app. Stomach churning anxiety, so prescribed myself skipping and stretching then a herbal tea and some meditation. Feel calmer now, tho who knows long that will last! 👀 #teacherlife #lockdowneve
Gorgeous winter light at Radley Lakes this morning Gorgeous winter light at Radley Lakes this morning, doing a spot of #birdwatching. Saw a Shovler, which is fancy! #naturegirl #naturenerd
Happiness is a stack of #pancakes ☺️Recipe by Happiness is a stack of #pancakes ☺️Recipe by @wallflowerkitchen #vegan #veganbreakfast #whatveganseat #veganuary
Frozen cobwebs looking gorgeous at #radleylakes, c Frozen cobwebs looking gorgeous at #radleylakes, cold but gorgeous and spotted a #kingfisher (tho no photo because they’re so fast!) #newyearsday #ihearttheeu
It was foggy on our #dogwalk earlier and bloody fr It was foggy on our #dogwalk earlier and bloody freezing. Am looking forward to an early night and shaking off this headache. #fucknewyears
Spotted my first #snowdrop of the season this week Spotted my first #snowdrop of the season this weekend. #flowers
Happy #boxingdayleftoversandwichday This is my fav Happy #boxingdayleftoversandwichday This is my favourite part of Christmas: layer of Mayo, #tofurky, sliced roast potatoes, stuffing then a generous slather of cranberry sauce with a side of cheese puffs. Absolute winner 😌 #whatveganseat #veganfood
Yes! Winner, winner, #veganchristmasdinner Massive Yes! Winner, winner, #veganchristmasdinner Massive shout out to @mabelsveganyorkshires & @the_tofurky_company for helping make our Christmas dinner a winner 👌🏻 #whatveganseat
A very full #RiverThames in #Abingdon Christmas Da A very full #RiverThames in #Abingdon Christmas Day morning at about 7.30am and feeling like -4 🥶 very grateful for everything I have right now, including wine 🍷 cheers xx #christmas2020
Think it’s fair to say Poppydog isn’t impresse Think it’s fair to say Poppydog isn’t impressed with the damp dog walk this morning. #therain #torrential #notleavingthehouseagaintoday
Noticed this beautiful #anenome growing in the gar Noticed this beautiful #anenome growing in the garden the other morning. Sadly, it couldn’t withstand the heavy rain yesterday so I brought it in. How beautiful is it? A bright colour in the gloom. Roll on spring 🌻🌼🌸🌺🥀🌹🌷 #flowers #gardens
Spent a gorgeous hour here @oxford_floatation_cent Spent a gorgeous hour here @oxford_floatation_centre this afternoon and slept so well. Really needed it after this last week of term. Cannot recommend this place enough, especially now. It’s the most #relaxed I’ve felt, well, since the last time I went! #supportsmallbusiness #floattherapy
Pretty lush breakfast. @pipandnut peanut butter on Pretty lush breakfast. @pipandnut peanut butter on one slice of toast and @marksandspencer #vegan chocolate spread on the other. 👌🏻 perfect! #saturdaybreakfast #whatveganseat
Tasty #vegan mince pie from @flosoxford. Also had Tasty #vegan mince pie from @flosoxford. Also had a #vegan #chailatte Enjoyed a lovely walk round Florence Park too!
Did a very grown up thing: bought placements. Love Did a very grown up thing: bought placements. Love this bright pattern from @maiklifestyle. #supportsmallbusiness #pattern #colour
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