Keep Calm and Carry on Ironing

the irony of the crinkles in the poster
has me giggling like you wouldn't believe!

Or just chill with an awesome bunch of ladies and some great food and drink as the case may have been.

Thanks to Philips I gathered some of my buddies and held a bit of a British themed ironing party on the weekend.

Firstly let me just say that I feel incredibly privileged to be able to even say I had some buddies to gather. The fact that they actually turned up is even more of a blessing. Now I know generally speaking I don't tend to worry too much about things but when it comes to throwing a party and having peeps turn up I tend to worry like there is no tomorrow.

Thankfully though this was an occasion where I had just the right amount of guests. Given that it was all being held in the shoebox it was lucky the guest list was not too long. Mind you I may have got a tad carried away with the food preparation and prepared enough for a small army.

Apologies in advance for the lack of light in these photos, hint hint if there is a camera company out there, I need a new one...

Just some of the fan fare.
Under the white thing are some scones my mum made. Yes they were awesome

Choc Orange Swirl cupcakes with cute little toppers.
Complete with some chocolate frosting carefully piped on by Lovely

A close up of some of the British food I was sent.
I had a few British guests who assured me authenticity of it all.

These were beyond devine.
Cream cheese, sour cream, smoked salmon and a shallots,all whipped together.
I say whipped because I used my electric egg beater. 

In keeping with the British feel, despite there being watermelon on the table, which is clearly not British just incredibly refreshing, there was also Pimms. Oh and tea, but nobody drank that because, well there was Pimms. Which according to my brief research is the beverage of choice at Wimbledon. Followed closely by champagne (which I also had on hand if you were wondering).

Once everyone had arrived and settled we got straight into the game playing. Because what is a party without games?

The games all revolved around the rather magnificent PerfectCare Aqua Pressurised Steam Generator.

Honestly this iron is the iron of all irons. Even without being a dedicated ironer (and by that I mean someone who may have difficulty remembering where the iron can be found) I can recognise that this little baby is all kinds of awesome and then some.

In fact the look on Suzy's face is testament to just how awesome this little baby is.

Suzy is a regular ironer on account of her husband having an important job and needing clothes that are wrinkle free. Sadly though until the weekend she was oblivious to the fact that not all irons are created equal. A fact she quickly discovered after a few quick swipes of the ironing board with PerfectCare Aqua.

Turns out that all Suzy's years of ironing practise paid off because that lady can get a shirt wrinkle free quicker than you can say Bob's your uncle, not that I ever say that because Bob was my dad and therefore could never be my uncle regardless of how fast you said it but that is probably a story for another day. Anyway Philips had kindly given me an extra iron to pass on to one lucky guest and Suzy's ironing speed and ability made her that lucky guest.

Suz left with one of the biggest smiles and making jokes about the steamy night she was in for as she got to know her new love a little better. Suzy was not the only guest in love with all things iron related and nor was she the only one that left grinning from ear to ear.

Our IBOT hostess with the mostess, Essentially Jess who is a self proclaimed ironing nerd got the pleasure of running away with the rather impressive ironing board

You can check out more photos of the day via Instagram and the hashtag #rhiannasarvotea and if you haven't already check out the YouTube clip of my original review of the iron

For those that like fine print, I was gifted a PerfectCare Aqua for my original review. 
I was also given heaps of cool stuff (too much to mention) to host an iron party. 
All thoughts and words are totally my own

Romantic places to visit in Perth

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When it comes to dating Perth has its fair share of fantastic spots for a romantic meet-up. Have a read of the following info to help make your dates great.

The importance of a good date

Having something fun and interesting to do is essential for a good date as it will instantly create a closer connection between you. Picking something that you will both enjoy makes for an all-round good time, whether you’re going for a meal, a bike ride or just a romantic walk on the beach.

Making an effort to plan the perfect date will also show your partner that you care about them and want to spend quality time with them.

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Great places for dating in Perth

Perth is full of brilliant places for dating, whether you’re looking for a casual meet-up or a romantic rendezvous. The George bar-restaurant is a favourite for first dates as it’s relaxed enough not to make you nervous but special enough to impress your date.

The restaurant is at the back of the venue, away from the noisy bar crowd, and serves a variety of delicious dishes.

If you’re looking for an ocean view, Salton the Beach offers good food with the glittering sea just outside your window as you eat. Not only lovely to look at it, it’s a great conversation starter too.

Alternatively, if dinner seems a tad too tame, why not take the ferry across to Rottnest Island for a romantic day trip? Enjoy the beautiful beaches and bays in a relaxed atmosphere as you get to know your date. No cars are allowed on the island so you can walk or cycle around together without any noise or interruptions.

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How to meet people

The biggest challenge for single parents is how to fit a love life into an already busy schedule. On top of the actual dates, how on earth are you supposed to find time to meet, greet and get to know potential partners in the first place?

Luckily, onlinedating can provide the chance to meet like-minded people with only a few clicks of a mouse. People who are looking for love can sign up, create a personalised profile and start meeting people right away.

It’s easy enough that it can fit into the busiest of schedules and you can have access to an unlimited number of potential matches. Click here to find out more

Finding a partner {Sponsored}

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Top tips for finding a partner 

who’ll love your children as much as you do

Finding a partner can be a tricky enough task at the best of times, but finding someone who is compatible with your kids can seem nearly impossible. Some people might make the perfect boyfriend or girlfriend whether through friends of through free dating sites online, but put them in a room with children and everything changes. With this in mind here’s a look at some of the different qualities that will help you to discover the ultimate ‘child- friendly’ partner. 

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Their job

There are really only a few jobs that are completely inappropriate for a potential love-interest (escorts are probably the only real no-no’s). Yet some professions bring with them a lifestyle and a culture that are less family-friendly than others. People who work extremely long hours or shift work can be difficult to coordinate around the schedule of raising a small child.

In terms of the best professions for a child-friendly partner, someone who feels comfortable and relaxed around children is always a good start. This could include schoolteachers or perhaps sports coaches. However at the end of the day the best partner to bring home to your children is the one who approaches their career with a sense of integrity. After all, excellent role models come in all shapes and sizes. 

Their interests

It’s rarely someone’s interests that make a man or woman unsuitable as a partner. Rather it’s their willingness to compromise when becoming a part of yours and your children’s lives. Dating somebody with children can mean a big change to their lifestyle and activities. It’s important that they’re open-minded and positive about these changes, and see them as an opportunity rather than a setback.

If they love to go out fishing, a child-friendly partner will understand that some weekends will now be spent at your daughter’s ballet recital. Likewise if your new love interest enjoys partying every Friday night, the right catch will understand that family life will bring a different style of socialising. 

Their willingness to join in with the events in your child’s life, and to possibly moderate their own, are the real tests of a good partner. 

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Their attitude  

Does your partner like children? It might seem like an obvious question, but it’s definitely one that needs to be asked. Dating a single parent can bring to the fore a range of questions about the future that are usually tackled much later in the relationship. If you met on a website like http://www.eharmony.com.au you might have already discussed this briefly before meeting in person, but it's a good idea to do this in person as well. How prepared and open your partner is for having children in their life is a big factor in their long-term suitability.