Cheshire Claire, Author at Notes to Self

Father’s Day Gifts From The Isle of Arran

Posted by Cheshire Claire | Jun 15, 2020 | Family | 0 |

Father’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re trying to think of the perfect Father’s Day gift for Dad this year, I have a fabulous pamper and grooming set from ARRAN Sense of Scotland to help you out. Falling in the middle of the year Father’s Day provides a great opportunity to show your Dad just how much he means to you and Arran’s range offers a truly special gift. Delivered straight to your door, their products include an amazing selection inspired by the idyllic Isle of Arran including refreshing products for the bath and body as well...

Scandinavian Design is a Trend That’s Here to Stay: How to Incorporate It into Your Home

Posted by Cheshire Claire | Jun 4, 2020 | Interiors | 0 |

If there’s anything that we’ve learned from Pinterest or interior design websites and magazines in the past couple of years, it’s that Scandi style is more popular than ever and it’s here to stay. Scandinavian furniture trends are hitting the market with a boom and everybody seems to have developed an obsession for white walls, wooden furniture, copper accents, natural textures and sheepskin throws. So, if you want your home to be as Instagrammable as possible, how do you master this design trend and incorporate it into your living space? Make Wood the Key Feature When it comes to...

Which Dog Matches Your Star Sign?

Posted by Cheshire Claire | Jun 3, 2020 | Life | 0 |

As a child we had a dog, a Border Collie called Sam. As a household with both parents working full time we have two cats and although both the kids and I would love a dog we’re not at home enough to feel it’s kind to have a dog join our family… yet! One day we will and post COVID-19 the working environment is evolving to be much more home working friendly so perhaps that time will come around sooner than it might have without “Lockdown”. I’d love another Border Collie but in my heart I know it wouldn’t...

How To Find The Best School For Your Child

Posted by Cheshire Claire | Jun 2, 2020 | Family | 0 |

Is your child about to start primary school or secondary school? If so, you may want to spend some time considering which school is the best option for your child’s needs. After all, they will be spending five days a week at the school for over half a decade, so it is important to find one that is a good fit! But when it comes to weighing up your options, there are lots of things to consider; do you want to go private or public? Does the school need to be within walking distance of your home? And what...

SHOULD I ACCEPT A COMPANY CAR FROM MY EMPLOYER?

Posted by Cheshire Claire | Apr 23, 2020 | Life | 0 |

Company cars are used as an incentive by employers – they’re a way of giving you a nicer vehicle, boosting your status, and even saving you money. But it’s not all plus points with company cars and accepting the wrong offer could end up costing you money. In this article, I look at the key reasons you should and shouldn’t take a company car from your employer. You can then decide for yourself whether it’s a good deal for you. Why you should accept a company car from your employer There are some persuasive reasons to accept a company...