The country and cottage kitchen style has become enormously popular over the last few years as people move away from modern, shiny units and opt for beautifully crafted, painted wooden kitchens instead. Acting as the hub of the home for many people, the kitchen is where everything happens. The idea of the kitchen being solely dedicated to the preparation of meals is one that’s vastly outdated. Open plan layouts have meant that the kitchen has become the heart of the home; a space for cooking, eating and entertaining. To create…
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Top tips for dog proofing your garden
They say man is a dog’s best friend. In reality though, it’s their gardens. Your dog will love your garden. However, they don’t tend to appreciate neat borders and well-crafted decking. Dogs generally like to wreak havoc in our gardens. However, there is a way to get the best of both worlds. Take a look at our top tips for preventing pets from becoming garden pests. Keep your dog out of your flower beds A dog digging and lying down in the flower beds is a gardener’s worst nightmare.…
Read MoreChoosing a real Christmas Tree
A real Christmas tree is the thing of Christmas dreams for many people. They’re the perfectly decorated trees you see in movies, shopping centres and town squares. They’re also the Christmassy addition you plan to add to your home every year but run out of time, and instead grab your trusty artificial tree for another year in the limelight. Well, we’re into the first couple of weeks of December, so before time runs out for another year, here’s our top tips on choosing the perfect real Christmas tree. What…
Read MoreChristmas gifts for a lovely lady
The idea of Christmas shopping fills most people with dread. However, it doesn’t need to be an activity that you put off. Our final gift guide of the season should help you on your way to choosing the perfect gift for the special lady in your life this Christmas. Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 750D Women may not be notorious for their love of gadgets but honestly, this alarm clock will revolutionise her morning routine. The Lumie mimics a true sunrise which helps make the user feel refreshed and awake as…
Read MoreTop gifts for the man in your life this Christmas
Buying for your husband, boyfriend, brother or just a friend? Whether he’s into his gadgets and gizmos, loves a new grooming tool or is a complete movie buff, we’ve got you covered with a list of this year’s top Christmas gifts. Tile Mate Available from Amazon, Argos, John Lewis and other major retailers, Tile Mate is the perfect giftable gadget for any man who’s constantly losing his wallet or keys. Tile mate is a stylish looking keyring that can be easily attached to the majority of losable items. The…
Read MoreTop 10 Christmas Gifts for the Kids this Year
Last week all the top retailers released their lists of what they believe will be the best sellers this Christmas. To be honest, some of the products on there are already sold out in many places, so it’s pretty clear those are already proving popular. Take a look below at the top 10, their prices and where to get hold of them. Luvabella doll THE Christmas must have this year. It seems everywhere is currently sold out, but as it’s still early enough you should be able to get…
Read MoreHomemade Christmas Gifts
To kick off our Christmas Gift Guide series of posts, we thought we’d start with the most thoughtful of all – the homemade gift. Nothing says thoughtfulness like a homemade gift. The recipient will always love it because of the extra effort you’ve gone to. And, they’re also perfect for anyone on a limited budget. It doesn’t matter who you’re gifting to this year because we’ve got a selection of great, homemade options for you to try. Cocktail jars What better gift for your friends and family that a…
Read MoreMust-try Christmas Bakes for 2017
You might not like it, but it’s getting extremely close to that time of year. Over the next few weeks we’ll be getting you sorted for the big day, with everything from bakes and cakes, to gifts and party tips – so keep a look out for those. Christmas is a time when families get together to eat, drink and celebrate. Festive foods are most definitely one of the best things about this time of year. Their richness, and the warmth of the winter spices makes them the perfect choices…
Read MoreLast Minute Garden Jobs Before the Season Change
With winter just around the corner the idea of heading out into the garden is becoming a distant memory for many. However, before the cold weather really sets in, you can make the most of the daylight hours to tackle a few of those last-minute jobs. These last-minute tasks might not seem like much now, but they could bring huge benefits in the months to come. Take a look… Spend time over the next few weeks making the most of the relatively mild days and weekends. Plant garlic before the…
Read MoreKeeping your dog calm on bonfire night
Bonfire night is only a week away but the likelihood is that there will be plenty of celebrations going on during the lead-up to the big night itself. Although pretty, colourful and exciting for us, it’s a time of year dog owners dread. Fireworks are very scary for dogs and playful pups become petrified pooches at the sound of a firework bang. Although bonfire night is just one night of the year, it’s actually much more than that for pet owners. From Halloween to new year celebrations, the night sky…
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