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Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies
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As mums of babies and toddlers, nappies play such a big role in our everyday lives.

Which is why we are thrilled to announce the Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies product review. If you’re one of the lucky mums selected, we’ll be asking you and your bub to put Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies to the test in your very own home. We’ll even send a few extra samples for you to share with your friends.

About Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies

Woolworths Select have designed a nappy range to help keep your baby dry at each stage of their development. With large soft and stretchy sides, the nappy can wrap around and hug your baby allowing a closer fit and freedom of movement without the risk of leaks.

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Find out more about Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies here.

Would you like to be a part of the Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies Review Team?

In the Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies review team, selected mums received a full pack of one of the following nappies to trial and review:

  • Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Newborn Nappies ($10.00)
  • Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Infant Nappies ($10.00)
  • Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Crawler Nappies ($10.00)
  • Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Toddler Nappies ($10.00)
  • Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Walker Nappies ($10.00)
  • Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Junior Nappies ($10.00)

Selected mums also received several Once Upon a Time Nappy sample packs to share with other mums friends who have children in nappies. All reviewers were asked to post their reviews and star ratings on this page.

Applications for the Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies product review are now closed. Join Mouths of Mums here to ensure you receive invitations to participate in future product reviews. 

Published 27th November 2014

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  • You can Rely on Woolworths Select.

    Occasionally my toilet trained girls have accidents and during the winter time I like to put them in nappies at night just cause it is so cold and I am glad that I have Woolworths Select Once upon a time Nappies floating around, just pop them on and away we go. Great for moments when you just need them. I know I can rely on Woolworths Select Once Upon a Time nappies.

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  • Using them again... I'm Pregnant!

    Looks like I will be using them again, firstly my twins loved them and now they are toilet trained! Woo Whoo! Secondly I am pregnant again, just, due in December 2015 so when this little one comes we will be starting to use nappies again :) . Had fun using Once Upon A time nappies with my twins so will have fun using with my new born.

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  • Great for toilet training!

    Great for using when toilet training, easy to get on and come off, reusable if not wet, my girls will use again and again for the day if dry and its a great reward to have a dry nappy. But if they accidently wet themselves they go to the change table and grab a woollies once upon a time one over our other brand. That says something! :)

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  • Using for a while now

    I have repurchased this product after trialling it out. My current brand is ALDI and Huggies and I now also use Woolworths Select once upon a time nappies also now. They are definitely great during the busy times of the day, easy to get in and out of and reusable when toddler is toilet training and nappy is dry. I have recommended the nappy to quite a number of people now and my cousin loves using them and will continue to use them.
    Thanks Woolworths and Mouth of Mums for letting me review your products :)

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  • Great value for money.

    I loved using these nappies. They have the absorbency & quality of the top end nappies without the hefty price tag. I used them on my 2.5 year old and never had a leak. I will definitely be buying them again and will recommend them to all my mummy friends.

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  • Great for multiple children - Right kind of nappy!

    Its great value especially when you have more than one in nappies. I have twin girls and twice the amount of nappies used then my first daughter. Having the right nappy, one that doesn’t leak during the day when they are at their busiest is what most mums are looking for. To have the peace and mind that your child is dry, comfy and enjoying their day without being wet and uncomfortable is what Woolworths select Once a Time Nappies is all about.

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  • Great nappy pants too!

    My friend absolutely loved the nappy pants for her daughter, she thought that they were so soft and had lots of padding to keep her daughter comfy. She had no leakages and was quite surprised with the stretchiness of the nappy. Since then she had bought Woolworths Select Once Upon a time Nappies and will continue to buy them.

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  • good for cheap nappies

    I have just started using once upon a time nappies as i am struggling financially at the moment. I always use huggies or babylove because they have so much protection and mostly a good fit. After using the once upon a time nappies I realised they don’t last as long as the others they have less absorption andless protectiong

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  • Definitely a better choice nappy!

    Woolworths Select Once Upon a Time nappies are fantastic value for money. They definitely compare extremely well to the more expensive brands especially with their triple layer technology and the double leg cuffs which isn’t something that is available across all brands.

    Once Upon a Time nappies offer a wonderful fit which is secure, yet comfortable and doesn’t leave any impressions on the child’s skin from wear.

    I am extremely happy with the quality of these nappies and would definitely recommend them as well as use them again.

    Another thing which adds to the convenience of this product is that as it is a Woolworths item you can purchase them online and have them delivered along with your groceries. Whereas if you purchase a brand which is only available at one particular chain of supermarket which doesn’t offer online shopping nor delivery you don’t really have this option.

    I highly rate Woolworths Select Once Upon a Time nappies, and truly appreciate the opportunity to trial this fantastic product thank you so very much!

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  • great alternative to the major brands!

    My first impressions of these nappies were definitely proved wrong!
    I’m using the 4kg-8kg pack and originally, I felt they looked cheap & not very absorbent. They’re great once on & don’t look too bulky like some brands do.
    First night of wearing the nappies and my 11 week old slept more than 8 hours and we had no leaks!!
    I don’t have a preference when doing my food shopping, but I will definitely buy these when shopping at Woolworths.

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  • We use the nappy pants.

    My 3 year old son it toilet trained during the day but not at night. We were really struggling getting him to keep a normal nappy on at night so I thought I would try nappy pants. These ones offered the best value for money and worked great. I’ll keep buying them as long as we need them.

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  • Amazing price but not a good fit for us

    I am always keen to find ways to save many so I tried these nappies on Miss A who was 8 months. They were too cheap not to try. Unfortunately they just weren’t a great fit for us. We experience leaks up the back and they left lots of red marks around Miss A’s chubby thighs. Not for us.

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  • Not something I'll buy in the future!

    This was a baby shower gift. Tried it when bub was a newborn. Didn’t fit him well. Had to immediately change the brand. Not sure if it was because of our bub was a bit tiny. Overall a satisfactory product but don’t think I’ll buy in the future as I’m sticking with Aldi nappies.

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  • Not impressed

    I was so disappointed in the quality of the once upon a time nappies and nappy pants. They were so thin that I found one wee from my son was enough to soak through the material in the nappy and wet himself and his clothes. Nappy pants…up to 15kg, didn’t even fit my son. So small the ripped going on

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  • Not great

    They are a great price, but unfortunately I had nothing but problems. My son would wet right through them in just a daytime nap or even while I was holding him which meant that I got peed on. And the nappy pants, I bought the size that’s walker/ crawler 10-15 kg and they were that small that they ripped going into my 11.4 kg son. I much prefer their “little ones” brand.

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  • My favourite... :(

    I am so sad that they have decided to discontinue this brand of nappies and only keep the nappy pants. i don’t feel that nappy pants are the best value unfortunately. ALso, the one size fits all doesn’t seem to fit my bubs. On one they’re too big and fall down, on the other they’re too small and don’t stay up. Can’t win. Please bring back the nappies. They were hands down the best on the market.

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  • The best nappy on the market

    Oh my god, I absolutely love these nappies. Large enough, absorbent, they fit baby well. They come in great designs, the weight range is suitable per each stage of development. I am so so disappointed that they appear to have gotten rid of these nappies and replaced them with nappy pants instead. Bring them back please!!!!

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  • I am Back!

    I am back!
    My baby son was born 3rd January 2016, 6 days late, didn’t want to come, was too cosy inside… Anyways we have started using Once Upon A Time nappies again! Yes Again! After the positive outcome we’ve had with our twins, we’ve decided to give it a go with our Son. This time round we have had a few leakages at night, guessing can’t use for more than 8-10hours and maybe being a boy its different than girls? Not sure? Day nappy is fine, wee’s are fine, poo’s seem to leak, well ours do but maybe I had a weird batch or something. I still like them so giving them a go.

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  • If I use a good product I want people to know

    I found these nappies really good. I was given them by my sister in law as her son had gone up a size and I used them on my infant boy (4-6kg sizing) and they fit well, we had no leakage and was very happy with the quality and happy with the price too.

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  • Not ideal for boys

    Having two young boys I am very aware of the cost of nappies! For this reason I have tried pretty much every product on the market. Unfortunately these do not stack up! My boys wee through these during the night, they also cause little heat rashes whereas other brands I use do not at all. I won’t use them again unless they change their style and material. Sorry just not a fan

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  • surprisingly great

    Being a massive fan of snugglers for absorbancy, I tried once upon a time when snugglers werent available at my chemist, I loved the snug fit, the tabs were strong enough for him to not rip off and the absorption was fantastic! For the price its a budget saver! Will be purchasing and recommending this for sure

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  • Cheap, but not so nasty. :D

    I like these nappies. My baby prefers Huggies, but I like these for when he isn’t feeling well, because he has numerous extra nappy changes, these are so much cheaper, and I feel less guilty for changing them so fast. Lol. They are quite good, though. We can’t expect a $5 pack of nappies to be in the same league as a $30 pack of nappies, but for the price… they’re fantastic! I recommend them for day use, but not so much for night. I find the legs to be much wider than similar sized Huggies, so accidents are inevitable over night. That said, my bub has skinny legs. :D

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  • Once upon a time

    I bought Once upon a time nappies when they were discounted to try them out and I was quite surprised about the quality despite the fact that they were so much cheaper than Huggies and Babylove. Although they appear to be less padded and absorbent, we never had any leakage issues at all. I would buy them again and recommend to other mothers.

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  • Good & cheap, but Coles for the win.

    Comparing nappies was a big thing for me, trying to find the perfect fit to mold to my daughters chubby body was needed to avoid many many poo explosions. I found that although at a cheap price they just felt cheap.. Whereas Coles are cheap still, but the quality was much higher. The absorption was good, but could of been better.

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  • Value for money

    The Woolworths Select Once Upon a Time nappies would have to be one of my favourite nappies. I’ve used brand nappies and found that the Woolworths nappies are equivalent if not better than them. All nappies leak occasionally but I found these to be more leak proof and less bulky.

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  • relaible and almost leak proof

    nice nappies to have for your young one, great absorption and hold alot of liquid, keeps the explosions at bay too if gotten to quickly. lovely patterns on them making the easy to decipher which size and type you need for your little one. Recommended to friends who were using the more expensive nappies and they love then now and use them more often too. Well priced and come in a larger pack for those who dont like having to go to the shops often to get more and more stuff.

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  • My favourite nappies

    I absolutely love these nappies. I used them on my son and found they were equivalent to brand nappies if not better. When my friend had her baby I showed her these nappies and she used them on her son until he was toilet trained. I again used them when my granddaughter came along and now her little brother is also using the Woolworths Select Once Upon a Time nappies. Great nappies and great price.

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  • Best nappy I've used

    I used Woolworths Select Once Upon A Time Nappies on my son and found they worked better than some highly recommended brands. I’ve used them again when my granddaughter was born 3 years ago and now for my grandson. They leak less than Huggies nappies and you can pick up a small packet for around $6 when they’re on sale. I love a bargain and I love these nappies. I’ve never had a problem with them.

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  • Day time use only

    I find that these nappies are cheap so value for money but they leak easily. I would never use them overnight again but for during the day they are fine. They are about half the price of my usual brand but for the peace of mind and not having to change sheets everyday I choose Huggies over this brand. Thank you moths of mums and Woolworths for offering this review. I think there could be some work done on these nappies but in the price range they are the bests

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  • Very absorbent

    I started using Woolworth’s Once Upon A Time newborn nappies with my baby when I ran out of the Newborn Huggies I had. I found them to be just as absorbant and a better fit. The price is more reasonable too, and once you move into Infant size, the nappies can be purchased in bulk.

    My baby has never had an poo leaks and the nappies have a cute print and grip tabs. Odour is contained well enough, and the outer cover is smooth and soft. Moisture is pulled away from the skin and my son doesn’t get any rashes or redness.

    Definitely recommend to anyone who wants an alternative to Huggies that is just as good, if not better.

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There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.

    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen :)

      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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  • The simplest way to entertain.

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  • I love the looks of different finger foods. I don’t think it is hard to put something together and I had many afternoons hanging out with many mums and all the children at the Cul the sac we then lived. At times I had 8 mums coming with over 40 kids. Many sweet memories indeed

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  • Love the visuals of the chatcuterie board

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  • Looking forward to summer catch ups! Its always the best time to just chill

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  • I love the go to guide for how to arrange a board! Mine never look aesthetic so I am going to try this!

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