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Top 10 Crossbody Bags

January 18 2020 By melbournemamma Leave a Comment

These Crossbody Bags Are Stylish, Affordable and Perfect For Everyday

If you’re looking for a new bag that you can wear everywhere this year, you can’t go wrong with a crossbody bag.

As someone who usually carries around a bag that is big enough to fit the kitchen sink (or so my husband thinks), I’ve fallen in love with the style and practicality of carrying a bag that ONLY fits the essentials (purse, phone, keys, lip gloss(es)) AND looks good.

I’ve scoured the internet and uncovered the my Top 10 crossbody bags for the year.

Good luck on choosing just one!

Stevie Boxy Cross Body Bag $19.99, Amara Pinch Lock Bag $99.95, Croc Front Slim Cross Body Bag $39.95, Accordion Mini Shoulder Bag $59.95, Mini Tassel Crossbody Bag $9, Eden Wide Strap Cross Body Bag $19.95 (on sale), Kylie Camera Bag $99.95, Marta Quilted Crossbody Bag $29.95, Blocked Chain Crossbody Bag $9, Mustard Cross Body Box $99

Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links. This means that if you decide to buy that item, I will earn a small commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.

Filed Under: Shopping, Top 10 Tagged With: lifestyle, shopping, style

50 Things To Get Rid Of Right Now

September 23 2019 By melbournemamma Leave a Comment

yellow armchair and matching footstool alongside bedside table and lamp in a room with text overlay that reads "50 things to get rid of right now"


Are you tired of clutter and mess in your home?

I’ve put together a list of 50 things that you can throw away, donate or recycle right now.

I promise that once you’ve made your way through this list, your life and your home should be a lot less cluttered.

  1. Alarm clock – isn’t your mobile phone next to the bed?
  2. Lanyards, bags and name tags from conferences you’ve attended.
  3. Take away menus – the menu is exactly the same online. We promise.
  4. Recipe books you rarely use – one word: Pinterest!
  5. CDs that came with computer programs you’re no longer using.
  6. Travel brochures from trips you’ve already been on.
  7. Gorgeous but uncomfortable shoes that you never wear because they give you blisters.
  8. Belts that don’t fit.
  9. Hairdryer attachments that never get used.
  10. Wedding, baptism or special occasion favors.
  11. Makeup samples that you only like because they were free.
  12. DVDs you don’t watch.
  13. Scarves you never wear.
  14. Old bridesmaid dresses – have you worn it since the wedding???
  15. Travel mugs that leak.
  16. Clothes that are WAY too small – one size down is OK, but anything more? Just buy new clothes to celebrate!
  17. Cards you’ve received that have no sentimental value.
  18. Too many baking dishes – how many can you really fit in your oven at the same time?
  19. Old mobile phones – trade it in, donate it or recycle it.
  20. Backpacks or large bags that don’t get used enough – and no, don’t use these as storage solutions.
  21. Bags from a store – keep one or two – maybe.
  22. Extra bubble wrap – it takes up WAY too much room!
  23. Scratched sunglasses.
  24. Maternity bras that you are NEVER ever wearing again.
  25. Gifts you don’t really like.
  26. Books you don’t enjoy or plan on reading again.
  27. Old mobile phone covers.
  28. Extra buttons in little plastic bags from every. clothing.item.ever.purchased. Odds are you don’t even have the shirt the buttons came with!
  29. Fitted sheets that have lost their elastic.
  30. Worn out or scuffed shoes.
  31. Old ratty towels – turn them in to rags or get rid of them!
  32. Instructions books for items you no longer own.
  33. Old pillows.
  34. Tupperware containers missing their lid – I promise you’re never going to find the lid. Ever.
  35. Chopsticks – unless you really REALLY use them.
  36. Past wedding, baptism and birthday invites.
  37. Too many sets of bed linens – allow three per bed maximum.
  38. Stockings with runs – no amount of clear nail polish will take away the run.
  39. Tiny screws and nails from furniture you don’t even have anymore.
  40. Hangers from the drycleaners.
  41. Paper bills you don’t need to keep – who wants to be reminded of how much money they’ve spent?
  42. Too many hats and gloves – only keep a couple pairs that go with ALL your winter coats.
  43. Stained clothing you can’t get cleaned.
  44. Magazines you’ve already read.
  45. Dishes that don’t stack easily and/or takes up too much room.
  46. Cooking utensils you have two of – have you ever used two of the same utensil at the same time?
  47. Craft supplies for projects that you never actually started (or completed).
  48. Touristy knick-knacks that seemed like a good idea to purchase while on holidays.
  49. Mugs, cups or plates that are chipped.
  50. Emergency sewing kits – how many ‘sewing emergencies’ can one person have?

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: home, lifestyle

Top 5 Tips for a Great Night’s Sleep

July 28 2016 By melbournemamma Leave a Comment

In collaboration with MiniJumbuk

 

Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep? Here are my Top 5 tips for sleeping through the night.

 

1. Choosing the right mattress

 

Considering you spend a significant amount of time in bed, it’s really important that you have a great mattress. If you get into bed every night and do not feel comfortable straight away, it’s time to invest in a new mattress. You wouldn’t walk around in shoes that are really uncomfortable every day, so why settle for an uncomfortable bed….

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Nothing beats sitting down with a good book and a Nothing beats sitting down with a good book and a cup of tea on a Sunday afternoon. 📚☕️⁣
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How cool is my son’s latest @lego project - Dom’s Charger from Fast and Furious 🖤👦🏻⁣
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Based on the iconic 1970s Dodge Charger R/T, it’s packed with authentic details. The opening hood reveals a model version of the iconic V8 engine. Other cool features include moving pistons, wishbone suspension, steering system and air blower. There are even nitro bottles in the trunk to bring Dom's daring high-speed chases to life. Just like the real thing!⁣
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