I celebrate Mother’s Day twice a year, one for my Mother in Law who focuses on the 8th of March, International Women’s Day as per her tradition and again on the day recognised as Mother’s Day in the UK which happens to be today! It’s easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to gifts for these such occasions, we’re all told to buy chocolates and flowers or maybe a gift set or perfume from well-known brands. I…
Summer is a great time to break out of old footwear traditions and find something new and delightful to wear on your feet for the warmer weather. There are always lots of trendy shoes on the market and this year is no different with delicate, dainty heels covered in pretty embellishments in one hand and stompy cowboy boots in the other. Give your wardrobe an instant refresh with the help of these stylish party shoes that are sure to take over…
Acne is a tough problem to deal with as a teenager, and it can feel even more embarrassing as an adult. You feel like you’re too old for acne, and you’re not sure how to get rid of it or how to prevent breakouts. Acne can be caused by several things, including hormone changes. The treatments and solutions that you can use include topical treatments to soothe your skin, as well as things that you can do to treat your…
I have always been crafty and creative. As a child, I loved art classes and during the holidays my sister and I would often do crafty things or go to some creative classes. Mum was forever buying us paper for quilling, powders for embossing, pens and such like! Now I am older my love for crafts is slowing taking over my house! I have boxes full of wool stacked up for my crochet projects, a sewing machine and fabric covering…
Doing work on your house is expensive and that’s why most people put it off. But if you think that you’re saving money by neglecting home maintenance, you’re wrong. Most of the expensive repairs that you end up doing on your house could have been avoided if you caught them early and did a cheap fix there and then, rather than waiting until the problem gets way worse and you have to pay out for major repairs. If you want…
Updating rooms in your home can be costly. If you are looking to completely switch the interior to a new style, you may think that its going to be way out of budget. Yet, it diesn’t have to be. For those who want to modernize their kitchen, make it more minimalist and practical, here are the easiest (and most affordable) ways of modernizing your kitchen. New doors Your kitchen cabinetry is one of the main features of the kitchen. Other…
Garden rooms/offices are a popular choice for many people that work from home. The Garden office provides a quieter environment separate from activities around the main house. A garden room can also have many other useful purposes around the home as well. If looking for a way to extend the functionality of your living space, having a garden room can provide more than just an area to relax or spend your spare time in. Garden rooms specialists, Quick Gardens Ltd describe…
Suppose you’re questioning whether you should thatch your roof; you’re in the right place to get all the insights for an informed decision. Contrary to common ideologies, thatching uses dried vegetables such as water reeds, heather, and straw to create an impenetrable material for your roof. Roof thatching is the oldest form of roofing, and the fact that it is still adaptable shows how reliable and durable it is. Thatching materials come in two forms; natural and synthetic thatch. Natural…
Long-term maintenance projects like refinishing your garage floor can keep your home in great shape and increase its value. Owning your own home comes with lots of responsibilities, as well as lots of benefits. You’ve got to mow the lawn, clear the sidewalks and driveway if it snows, change the furnace filter, and clean out the gutters on a regular basis. Some home maintenance projects don’t come up as often but are just as important. Because they aren’t monthly, seasonal,…
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