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    A UK parenting and lifestyle blog

    Welcome to We Made This Life - an aspirational family and lifestyle blog. Read on for recipes, parenting tips, interior design ideas and much more. We Made This Life is written by vegan mum of four Ali Davies, who lives near Cardiff, UK.

    Ali also writes the vegan food blog We Made This Vegan .

    To find out more about Ali and how she makes a career for herself through writing blogs head over to her about page.

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    Christmas is nearly upon us! If you're feeling festive, start here!

    • A cozy corner with a small table, books, and plants, illuminated by sparkly string lights. A soft chair with a throw blanket is nearby, creating the perfect home atmosphere for Christmas.
      How To Make Your Home Sparkly For Christmas
    • A snow-dusted Christmas tree by We R Christmas, with a star topper, is beautifully decorated with blue and silver ornaments, candy canes, and a gleaming silver reindeer.
      Decorating for Christmas With We R Christmas
    • A red storage box with compartments, perfect for Christmas decoration storage, holds assorted silver and red ornaments beside a partially visible frosted tree.
      Tips For Christmas Decoration And Ornament Storage
    • A group of people toasting at a post-Christmas dinner feast.
      4 must-haves for a post-Christmas dinner feast
    • On Christmas Eve, Santa Claus magically appears, holding a delicious cookie and a glass of milk.
      Embracing the Magic of Christmas Eve: A Plate of Milk and Cookies For Santa
    • Four red plates with assorted sushi and sashimi, each with a dipping bowl of soy sauce, set on a white rice-covered surface, accompanied by chopsticks, creating a festive Christmas Japanese food display
      Traditional Christmas Japanese Food (With Recipes)
    • A private plane, painted black, parked on a tarmac under a clear blue sky.
      Travelling for Christmas on a Private Plane: What To Prepare
    • How To Make A Christmas Garland For Stairs and Mantlepiece
      How To Make A Christmas Garland For Stairs and Mantlepiece

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    • A person receives a facial treatment from a professional using a skincare device to remove acne scars. The person is lying down with their eyes closed and a towel around their body and head.
      How to Prepare for Your First Face Treatment with an Aesthetic Practitioner
    • Close-up of pink and white tulips with a soft-focus background, perfect for spring gardening.
      When to Plant Tulip Bulbs: Why Autumn-Winter is Suitable for Tulip Planting
    • A vinyl record of Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" spins on a turntable at home, surrounded by lush plants and a small disco ball, meeting all your musical ambiance needs.
      Why every home needs a turntable
    • A person equipped for a deep clean holds a blue bucket brimming with cleaning supplies, including spray bottles and cloths, all while donning orange gloves. It's a perfect winter task to freshen up your space and tackle those overlooked things to clean.
      10 Things to Deep Clean This Winter

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    Ali Davies

    About Ali Davies

    Parenting and Lifestyle Blogger and YouTuber

    I'm Ali, a vegan mummy of four from South Wales, UK. I love reading, writing, crafting and photography. Here you'll find blog posts about our home, what we are eating, what we are crafting and I also share videos from my YouTube channel. Come and follow my family and share our journey.

    Learn more about me →

    Brand Collaborations

    Sometimes We Made This Life works with brands to create content which we know that our readers will love. Here are some recent collaborations we are proud of.

    • Introducing the Mistletoe Lane large square scarf in a vibrant red and yellow pattern, adorned with tassels. The design is tastefully complemented by the bold "WIN!" text displayed in black. Explore our latest review and giveaway for your chance to add this stunning accessory to your collection!
      No. 25 Mistletoe Lane Large Square Scarf Review and Giveaway
    • The Edurino Starter Set features a boxed toy with the character Leo, perfect for ages 4-8. The packaging highlights "My Emotions with Leo" and invites kids to unlock digital learning games with their figurine. It's an engaging way to blend play and education seamlessly!
      Product Review: Edurino Starter Set
    • Three women celebrate a 60th birthday, embracing lifestyle changes and optimal health. The guest of honor joyfully blows out candles on a cake while the others toast with drinks. A table adorned with cupcakes and confetti sets the perfect scene for this milestone celebration.
      Embracing Lifestyle Changes With Age for Optimal Health
    • A person places an eco-friendly laundry sheet from a box labeled "Green Sheets" into a washing machine filled with a white knitted item.
      Green Sheets Laundry Sheets Review (Eco-Friendly Detergent)
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    Personal Blog Posts (Parenting, Life updates etc.)

    Here you will find some of our more personal posts...

    • Happy new year's resolutions 2024 surrounded by ornaments on a wooden table.
      New Year's Resolutions 2024
    • A woman and a young girl with red hair reading a book about life after bullying together in a cozy, sunlit room.
      Life After Bullying: Our Journey and Lessons Learned
    • A family sitting on a couch eating ice cream cones.
      The Year That Was 2020
    • A group of women and children posing for a photo on a hill overlooking the ocean while looking back at the last decade.
      Looking Back At The Last Decade
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    Family Travel

    We have a passion for travel, we want to take our children to explore the world, Here are some posts that we have written on travel.

    • A blue and gold glittery masquerade mask, reminiscent of a Venetian opera soiree, is adorned with turquoise feathers and sits elegantly next to a purple candleholder, offering a scene of refined escape.
      A Refined Escape: Making the Most of the Opera in Venice
    • After a car accident, a red car and a silver car collide on the street, with the front of the silver car pressing against the side of the red one.
      What to Do After a Car Accident
    • The "Explorer of the Seas," a large cruise ship known for its family-friendly atmosphere, sails on the ocean under a clear sky, offering the best deals for an unforgettable journey.
      Budget-Friendly Family Cruises: How to Find the Best Deals
    • Sunny Cyprus beach with clear blue water, rocky formations in the distance, and a few people near the shore, offering one of the best beaches for relaxation.
      The Best Beaches in Cyprus
    See more Travel →

    Recently Updated Posts

    We like to keep our content fresh and up to date here at We Made This Life. Check out what which posts we have recently updated:

    • A family is sitting on a couch with their adopted daughter.
      Starting a family through adoption
    • A cozy loft bedroom with a bed made from pallets under a sloped roof with exposed wooden beams, bathed in natural light, demonstrating the Dos and Don'ts of planning a loft conversion.
      Planning a Loft Conversion? Top Four Dos and Don'ts
    • house in the sunshine
      How To Add Appeal To The Exterior Of Your Home
    • Perfect Christmas Gift Ideas for Athletes: Elevate Their Game

     

    Ali - We Made This Life

    Hi, I'm Ali! I'm a mum of four living in Wales.

    I share interiors, recipes, parenting tips and lots more. I also have a popular YouTube channel if you want to see more of us!

    More about me →

    How I became a professional blogger →

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    Autumn

    • Four hands hold glasses over a table adorned with pumpkins, candles, a pie, and sliced oranges, perfectly capturing the essence of an autumnal girls' night.
      Planning an autumnal girls’ night in
    • A man in a plaid shirt and woman in a light coat, both incorporating autumnal colors, stand together in front of a worn door with ornate details and autumn leaves hanging above. They look at each other.
      How to Incorporate Autumnal Colours into Your Wardrobe
    • Modern bedroom with a neatly made bed, light gray linens, and a padded headboard. A glass wall with a curtain separates the room from an adjacent bathroom. A Pinterest-inspired bedside table holds a flower vase, adding to the Autumn Comfort of the space.
      Embrace Autumn Comfort with These Pinterest-Inspired Bed Trends
    • 43 autumn layer cake recipes
      43 of the Best Fall Layer Cake Recipes For This Autumn
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    • Two kids, bundled up in winter clothing, playfully catch snowflakes with their hands. This family-friendly scene unfolds in a snowy outdoor setting, filled with laughter and joy, as the magic of winter captivates their hearts.
      Creating a Family-Friendly Indoor Space Outdoors
    • How to Use a Debt Consolidation Mortgage to Simplify Your Finances
    • A family of four sits together on the floor, focused on a tablet. The father holds the device while two children and the mother gather around to watch, strengthening bonds as they enjoy precious moments indoors near a sofa.
      Creating Family Harmony: How a Shared Calendar Can Strengthen Bonds
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