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Lifestyle Evri

Do Evri Deliver on Sundays? | What You Actually Need to Know

Posted on February 1, 2026February 2, 2026 By Becky

At a Glance ✅ Evri delivers on Sundays in most UK postcodes, though coverage varies by area ✅ ParcelShops operate seven days a week with varying Sunday hours depending on location ✅ Lockers provide 24/7 access for collections and drop-offs, including Sundays ✅ Sunday delivery costs the same as weekday…

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How to Survive an Extended Road Trip with Children

Posted on February 1, 2026 By Becky

Road trips gained immense popularity in the US, particularly during the pandemic and thereafter. According to Statista, road trips have always been a symbol of adventure and exploration, and they’ve become a true hallmark of American culture. More than 30 percent of travelers in the U.S. are planning to hit…

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How to Build a Shed Base with Paving Slabs

Posted on February 1, 2026March 19, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways A proper paving slab base prevents your shed from sinking, keeps it level, and extends its lifespan by protecting against moisture damage The secret to success is in the preparation – your sub-base matters more than the slabs themselves, and rushing this step will cost you later Budget…

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Gel Pens vs Ballpoint Pens: Which Should You Choose?

Posted on February 1, 2026February 3, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Gel pens offer smooth, vibrant writing but dry slowly and can smudge, making them ideal for colour-coded notes and creative work Ballpoint pens use quick-drying oil-based ink that lasts longer and works on most paper types, perfect for everyday writing and left-handers Your choice depends on your specific…

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What to Look for When Hiring a Professional Videographer

Posted on January 27, 2026January 28, 2026 By Becky

Hiring a videographer shouldn’t be that difficult, but for many people it is.. There is so much variance in the quality of work out there, and many different price points to try to make sense of. Some videographers are worth every cent of their inflated prices. Others can’t even come…

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When Talking to Friends Isn’t Enough: The Limits of Social Support

Posted on January 26, 2026 By Becky

Friends and family are everything when life gets tough. They listen, they care, they bring coffee or a shoulder to cry on. Social support genuinely helps people cope and there’s plenty of research about it. Somewhere along the line, though, the most well-meaning friendship can only go so far when…

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Delia Smith Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Posted on January 24, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Delia Smith’s cranberry sauce uses orange zest and juice for a sophisticated flavour that’s less sweet than American versions The recipe takes just 15 minutes but tastes like you’ve spent hours on it Fresh cranberries work best, but frozen cranberries are absolutely fine (and often cheaper) This sauce…

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A Step-by-Step Blueprint for Smoother Trips (and Smarter Splurges)

Posted on January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 By Becky

Most trips start better when the “figure it out later” habit is retired. This is because it tends to leak stress in slow, annoying drips. A useful opener is to write the purpose in a single blunt sentence. It is about rest, work, celebration, and reset. Then list two non-negotiables….

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Hi, I'm Becky! Based in South East London with my husband and three children, Life in Velvet is where I share home organisation ideas, family food planning, and the Type A systems that make everyday life feel a little more intentional and productive!

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