Will coronavirus affect post deliveries?

Some of you might be feeling a bit anxious about whether Covid-19 will affect the delivery of your orders: from PhotoFairytales or anywhere else. I just wanted to reassure you that deliveries are continuing as normal and are unaffected.

Coronavirus Covid-19 - post deliveries continuing as normal

A couple of days ago Royal Mail announced that they'll be making a slight variation to the way that the deliver parcels and any items that require a signature on delivery: they'll simply be keeping themselves slightly distant and will sign for deliveries themselves.

So, when you have a parcel delivered the postie will probably prop the package by your door and knock, then stand back a couple of steps. They'll wait for you to answer the door and retrieve your package, and if it requires a signature they'll do that for you (so you won't have to handle any devises to sign yourself). If you don't answer the door for your parcel, they'll take it back and leave a 'while you were out' card in the usual way so that you can rearrange the delivery.

I've put full details on the Delivery Information page on the PhotoFairytales website - but if you have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to get in touch with me!

Sarah x

Free Handwashing Poster - let's beat coronavirus!

Yes, the news about coronavirus is indeed a bit worrying at the moment - the number of cases seems to be increasing daily. The advice from government and health officials is simply to wash your hands as often as you can. So with that in mind, I've created 4 free posters for you to download and print - because whilst some family members and work colleagues will have no problem remembering this, others may need reminding!

You can access them as many times as you need, and print as many as you need.* The free printables are A4 size. For best results print on glossy, photo paper - although they will print nicely on standard printer paper too. To access the prints, click here or on the image below:

Free Hand Washing Poster Printables - let's beat coronavirus!

I've designed a couple of the posters with children in mind - giving simple instructions for handwashing. Display a poster in the bathroom, downstairs loo, or in a nursery or school toilet to remind little ones on the best way to keep their hands clean.

Free Hand Washing Poster Printables - let's beat coronavirus!

The other two handwashing posters are somewhat simpler: just friendly little reminders to wash your hands. Put one up in the hallway so that everyone who enters your home is prompted to wash their hands.

If you want something more permanent (and let's face it, keeping your hands clean is important at any time - coronavirus or not!), why not get one of these handmade wooden hanging plaques made especially for your home? Prices start at only £10.95 including UK P&P, and you can have any wording you like on the signs.

Strung with twine and ready to hang up, you could display the plaque at the end of your banister, in the bathroom, or anywhere that would work best to remind everyone.

Wash Your Hands Wooden Plaque Sign, from £10.95

Current advice is: 

• Wash your hands when you enter your home
• Wash your hands when you sneeze, blow your nose, or cough
• Wash your hands when you go to the toilet
• Wash your hands before eating
• If you can't easily access handwashing facilities, use hand sanitizer which contains at least 60% alcohol

You can find official advice on handwashing on the NHS website - just click here (opens in a new window).

Stay healthy,
Sarah x

* Please Note: The posters are for personal use only and not for resale. Copyright belongs to PhotoFairytales. You are welcome to display the posters in your home or on commercial premises if you wish.

10 Great Mother's Day Gifts for every Mum

Before you know it, Mother's Day is going to be here (March 22nd) - so if you're stuck for a gift idea for your mum, fear not: I have some brilliant ideas for you! PLUS: click on the 'Competitions & Offers' tab above for my 10% discount offer!)

10 Great Mother's Day Gift Ideas for every Mum

Whether you're searching for a present for a brand new mummy, a special granny, or simply the best mum in the world - you want a gift that reflects just how special and loved she really is. And what could be better than a unique present that's been made just for her?! Give a thoughtful, meaningful gift this Mother's Day that you know she'll treasure always...

1: Mother's Day Gift for: NEW MUMMIES
That first ever Mother's Day is so important - one of these gorgeous handmade board books is perfect for mum and baby to snuggle up and read together!

Personalised, handmade baby board book - various designs available, £27.95

2: Mother's Day Gift for: PROTECTIVE MUMS
It might annoy you when she tells you to put your coat on or eat your vegetables, but you KNOW she'd do anything to protect and cherish her little cub!

Wooden Mama Bear hanging star, choice of colours, £15.95

3: Mother's Day Gift for: MUMS WHO LOVE A GOOD CUPPA
There's not many mums out there that don't enjoy a daily tea or coffee, so what about treating them to their own special mug that they can use every day...

Personalised Mugs, range of designs available, £13.50

4: Mother's Day Gift for: GARDENING MUMS
Does your mum enjoy pottering in the garden? She'll love this practical fork and trowel set, personalised with any wording and presented in a gift bag.

Personalised Garden Fork & Trowel Set, £17.95

5: Mother's Day Gift for: PROUD GRANNIES
Any nanny or grandma will adore this special print featuring all her treasured grandchildren - personalised to order, just for her.

Grandchildren Family Print, various colours available, £15.95

6: Mother's Day Gift for: SENTIMENTAL MUMS
If your mum loves nothing more than reminiscing over pictures of you (or the grandchildren), she'll love these wooden photo blocks - spell any name or word, lots of colours to choose from too.

Handmade Wooden Photo Blocks, various colours available, from £6.80 per block

7: Mother's Day Gift for: MUMS WHO LOVE FLOWERS
A bunch of flowers will last a few days, but this pretty floral handmade wooden block will stand on her shelf or windowsill for years to come. Lots of other designs available too.

Handmade Freestanding Wooden Block, various designs to choose from, £18.95

8: Mother's Day Gift for: THE HOUSEPROUD MUM
If your mum ever complains about the amount of housework and washing that needs doing (show me one that doesn't!), she'll love this vintage style personalised print, and it'll definitely raise a smile too!

Housework & Ironing Championships Personalised Print, other designs also available, £15.95

9: Mother's Day Gift for: MUMS WHO LIVE FAR AWAY
Not everyone can spend Mother's Day with their mum, so why not send her this extra special personalised wooden heart - a heartfelt present, gift wrapped and with a personal message too.

Personalised Gift Boxed Wooden Announcement Heart, £14.95

10: Mother's Day Gift for: THE MUM WHO HAS EVERYTHING
If your mum is hard to buy for, why not treat her to a custom-made print featuring her very own family tree! A truly special and original gift that she will adore.

Personalised Family Tree Print, various colours and sizes available, from £18.95

...AND FINALLY...

Don't forget a card! I have some lovely personalised gift cards to choose from that will be the perfect finishing touch for your gift.

Personalised Mother's Day Card, various designs available, £2.99

Visit the PhotoFairytales site today for many more handmade, personalised and unique gift ideas for Mother's Day - gifts you'll love giving to your mum! (And don't forget, there's free UK delivery on everything too.)

Sarah x

Inspired by Classic Blue - must-have gift and home decor ideas for 2020

Looking for some stylish ways to introduce the 2020 colour of the year, Classic Blue, into your home? Trend colours may come and go - and at first glance Classic Blue can look like a tricky colour to work with - but this amazing shade works in so many different situations, and with a surprising amount of colours. Time to take a look and get inspired...!

Image sources and where to find (from top to bottom, left to right): Seagrass Tassel Basket, Laura Ashley / Handmade Classic Jug, Church Street Workshops Ceramics / Personalised Kitchen Wall Sign, PhotoFairytales / Bespoke 'Tea' Word Theme Print, PhotoFairytales / 'Entusiasm' bowls and mugs, Ikea / Scalloped Lamp Base, Laura Ashley / Hand Glazed Dinnerware, Cox & Cox / Velvet Lampshades, Graham & Green

Whether you're feeling bold and want to splash this intense colour in your home, using it for a main focal piece - or you want to just introduce it subtly with artwork or accessories for you or your home - I've got some fabulous ideas that will make you fall in love with this gorgeous shade.

I've created a whole board on Pinterest full of ideas and inspiration for you - along with some suggestions for colours that work beautifully with Classic Blue: from chalky nude pink to intense peacock blue! Click on any of the images to view the board - or click here.

Image sources and where to find (from top to bottom, left to right): 'Written in the Stars' Personalised Typography Print, PhotoFairytales / Cork Fabric Sunglasses Case, Lulu and Thomas / Seagrass Tassel Basket, Laura Ashley / Button Velvet Bedhead, Gaudion / Personalised Leather Notebook, Evelyn Rose Books / Scalloped Lamp Base, Laura Ashley

You can mix Classic Blue with soft pastels, coral, earthy natural tones, or pure white - or make it dark and striking, mixing it with intense emerald green, or mustard. Or go for a luxurious feel, teaming it with gold or rich copper. Whichever way you take it, whether you're looking for a Scandi, Boho Ecclectic, Country Cottage, or Modern look in your life or home, this bold colour will add a wow factor in any situation.

Image sources and where to find (from top to bottom, left to right): Carpe Diem Notebook, Effie's Paper / Constellation Plate, West Elm / Personalised Garden Wall Sign, PhotoFairytales / Lullington Accent Chair, Willow & Hall / Ashton Storage Stool, Next / Handmade Fabric Bag, KB Creations

Whether you're a minimalist Scandi-type, or a maximalist decadent-type, there's definitely a way of introducing this on-trend colour into your home or life. Take a look at my Pinterest board for lots of Classic Blue gift and home inspiration - and links to all the items featured here and more.

Sarah x

Win a FREE Personalised Print worth £22.95!

It's Random Act of Kindness Day today - so I thought I'd like to celebrate by giving you the chance to nab one of my 'Smiler' poster prints in an easy-peasy-to-enter giveaway on Facebook!

There are 14 designs to choose from, and each one is available in a range of different colours too.

If you'd like to enter, just click here to visit the 'Competitions & Offers' page - I'll be choosing a winner on Friday morning, so be quick...

Sarah :)