There’s something about Christmas baking that makes the whole season feel magical, but let’s be honest, sometimes you just don’t want to turn on the oven. Between holiday shopping, decorating, school events, and all the little festive extras, the thought of juggling trays of cookies in and out of the…
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Becky is the voice behind Life in Velvet, an organised, intentional living blog focused on practical food, calm homes, thoughtful projects, and everyday systems that make real life feel easier. A mum of 3 living in the UK, Becky writes from lived experience, sharing what works, what doesn’t, and the decisions that make family life run more smoothly.
With a background in marketing and content writing, and over a decade of blogging experience, she brings a thoughtful, structured approach to everything from baking and home projects to routines and decision-making. Life in Velvet is where planning meets creativity, with ideas designed for real homes and real life.
Sports & Hobbies
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How to Get Better at Golf Without Taking Lessons
Getting better at golf doesn’t mean you have to spend a bunch of money on lessons or work with some pro every weekend. That might help, sure, but most people don’t need it—especially if they’re just playing for fun or starting out. There are easier (and cheaper) ways to improve…
Seasonal
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Boho Halloween Decor Tips and Ideas
Halloween tends to come with two main decorating directions: the bright, kitschy orange-and-black look you’ll find in every big box store, or the over-the-top haunted house style. Both can be fun, but if you love interiors that feel warm, layered, and a little bit dreamy, you might be craving something…
Seasonal
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7 Outdoor Halloween Porch Décor Ideas
There’s something about October evenings that makes porches feel a little more magical than usual. The cooler air, pumpkins stacked outside the grocery store, neighbors stringing up orange lights – it all comes together to create that cozy-but-spooky vibe we wait all year for. If your porch is the first…
Seasonal
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DIY Halloween Mantel Ideas: How to Create a Spooky (but Stylish) Display
There’s something about Halloween that makes me want to completely reinvent the house for the season. Maybe it’s the thrill of spooky decorations, maybe it’s an excuse to buy way too many pumpkins, or maybe it’s just that little cozy spark that autumn always brings. Either way, my favorite spot…
Autumn / Fall
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10 DIY Pumpkin Decorating Ideas
Pumpkin season has arrived, and while I love a classic carved jack-o’-lantern, there’s something fun about giving pumpkins a little personality without having to wield a knife. Whether you’re short on time, decorating with kids, or just not in the mood for the mess of carving, there are so many…
Indoor Plants
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How to Make Indoor Plants Grow Faster – 8 Tips & Tricks
If you’ve ever stared lovingly at your monstera, fiddle leaf fig, or peace lily and thought, “Come on… grow already!”, you’re not alone. As someone who has struggled in the past to get their indoor plants to thrive, I’ve uttered this many a time. Indoor plants bring so much life,…
British Desserts & Puddings
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Manchester Tart Recipe
I’m going to take you on a sweet trip down memory lane to the delightful, indulgent, and ever-so-tasty world of Manchester Tart! It’s a dessert that’s been loved for generations, and I have to admit, I first stumbled across it at a family gathering and this British classic was love…