Despite having done a Textiles GCSE many moons ago up until recently I have had a fear of sewing machines. I don’t really think I was ever really shown how to use a one properly and not only couldn’t I make up a bobbin but always pictured my hand slipping under the foot and ending up sewing all up my arm – hardly likely! At the end of last year, I decided I didn’t want to be afraid of sewing…
There’s no denying that money is important. We need it to pay our bills, keep a roof over our head and eat. However, so many of us limit ourselves and don’t live life to the fullest just because we don’t have lots of disposable income. As long as our essential outgoings are covered, you can still live an interesting and exciting life without lots of cash. Here are some examples inexpensive yet fun things you can do in your spare…
Decorating with a focal point is an incredibly bold and straightforward way to spruce up your home’s decor. Why? It’s because an overly-sized piece of furniture or a quirky painting hanging from the wall instantly attracts your attention. As a result, it allows you to implement different features and styles to offset your house, as well as to draw attention away from the areas that you dislike. However, implementing a focal point isn’t as easy as it sounds since they…
This month I am starting up some new post series that I hope will run on a monthly basis to give you more of a peek into what I’ve been up to, what I’ve been reading and watching etc. In this post I am going to give you a rundown of the TV series I am currently loving! Timeless Season 2 For anyone who loved the computer game Where in Time is Carmen Sandiego Timeless is really the show for…
If you want the excitement of going on holiday without it setting you back more than 4 figures, we have some top reasons why a staycation is better. Along with thousands of other families, friends, couples etc. choosing to stay in the UK for their holiday, you’ll find that there really is so much to do. Whether you usually travel abroad to European countries or more exotic places, there’s still fun to be had in the UK. Not only will…
I’ve never been one of those girls who can apply perfect eyeliner in one smooth flick no matter how many times I have tried I always end up with a broken line or a smudge or a liner which is simply too hard to make a lovely single line so when I was offered the chance to try the new eyeliner from beauty expert and Lash Guru Loreta Jasilionyte I knew I had to give it a try. The Flawless…
Whatever kind of work you do, if you are working from home, then there are distinct challenges that you are going to need to face along the way in order to make sure you do it right. One of the issues that crop up for many people here is how to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible while working from home. After all, your home might not be set up traditionally to be as comfortable as possible in…
When it comes to your home decor, it’s important to be practical. A lot of the time, you’re going to find that the emphasis on home design is in the look. In how your home feels. In the beauty of interior design. But it’s absolutely imperative that you be as practical as possible. Whether we’re talking about the home maintenance work you do yourself, or the big renovations you do to really spruce up your home, practicality matters. Yet it’s…
Health insurance is a perk that is often offered by employers as part of their staff retention programmes. It can help to attract better employees and can ensure that fewer staff members stay off work with illness! However, international medical insurance is often the better choice, especially in the modern-day when employees are travelling frequently for a whole host of different reasons, from meeting potential clients to overseeing international operations. If you have expats working around the world or your…
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