Board games can be a serious business. Try circulating at an event, trying to capture photos of people having a great time playing games and you'll soon see: the furrowed brows; the intense examination of a hand of cards; the co-operative players desperately trying to escape The Curse of The Temple. It's all fun and games till someone loses a die. In this week's blog I want to look at the lighter side of board gaming, focusing on 6 games that will make you laugh. The Cheese T

Whether you prefer to drink real ale, drive classic cars and shout at Junior Detectives, wear a deerstalker and have sharp cheekbones, or exercise your little grey cells (and if you didn't read that in a Belgian accent you've let yourself down) - you will certainly enjoy these detective games. In our house we love a bit of intense sleuthing and here are some of our choices... Cluedo Classics are classics for a reason and Cluedo is no exception. It is yet another Waddingtons L

Over a year since our launch and most company directors have to publish a yearly review. But I'm in charge so it's a blog post! This feels self indulgent and I wasn't sure whether to write this but then I thought - that's just the mental health talking - so I'm persisting anyway. Taking time to reflect. Since February, not only has the weather been appalling but I've also been home with a poorly teenager. Now, if I stay in the house too long, I start to go stir crazy. But I'v

I have always enjoyed an amble round the charity shops and since starting Cards or Die, I can amble with renewed purpose. Or 'pop in - just for a minute' as I refer to it when trailing a reluctant trio of kids. But in fact, I am not merely aimlessly ambling. It may surprise you to learn that there is a charity shopping strategy. And, no one expects the charity shopping strategy. (Dramatic entrance, swirling red cloak) The key element in successful charity shopping is luck. Lu