The S.M.A.R.T. acronym offers a useful checklist - New Year seems to be a good time to turn over a new leaf, stop procrastinating, or make that change you've been putting off or started and not continued. And whilst approximately 50% of us make New Year resolutions, less than a quarter of those stick to them. Somehow we seem to hope that because it's a New Year resolution it is more likely to be successful than making a change at a different time!

If you haven’t already got a calendar for this shiny new year it is not too late to pick up Postcards from Fairyland, a beautifully produced calendar featuring the art of Dorothy Wallace. Featuring Dorothy’s trademark dreamy, vintage-style photography, this is a gorgeous way to keep track of your days. The images are suitable for framing too, so at year’s end you can re-use your favourite images. To purchase a copy please visit Dorothy Wallace’s online store.

Although the holiday season is winding down, you may still be hosting an upcoming New Year's Eve party. If this is your first time hosting such an event, you do not need to feel overwhelmed. If you are organized and prepared with the right party goods, you should be able to confidently and successfully host a great gala.

If you haven’t already got a calendar for this shiny new year it is not too late to pick up Postcards from Fairyland, a beautifully produced calendar featuring the art of Dorothy Wallace. Featuring Dorothy’s trademark dreamy, vintage-style photography, this is a gorgeous way to keep track of your days. The images are suitable for framing too, so at year’s end you can re-use your favourite images. To purchase a copy please visit Dorothy Wallace’s online store.

When one is starting out with a new thing in their life, they usually need a few summits to get the musket ball wheeling. Whether or not it is part of your listing of New Year's Resolutions, learning to play the guitar is a great thought for any person, young or old.