Our homes are our havens, and some of us have an especial passion for keeping the look of our interiors current and making the most of the spaces we call home. The latest interiors trends for 2018 have been announced recently by Pinterest and some of them may well surprise you. Get inspired to up your interiors game and make …
Summer Outdoor Dining Essentials
The al fresco dining season is here, it’s been a long wait! Finally summer is around the corner so we can have casual meals in the garden and on the balcony or host a dinner party. I’m a huge fan of dinner parties, the best thing to get the family and friends together without any special occasion, just for the …
So You Want To DIY Renovate Your Kitchen?
If there’s one thing the internet has been responsible for arguably above anything else, it’s encouraging people to DIY. Whether that’s making your own beauty products, your own wedding decorations, or renovating your entire house— the internet loves a DIY effort. With sites like YouTube and Pinterest full to bursting with DIY tips and strategies, it’s no surprise that more …
How to Make Non-Toxic Playdough at Home
During a half term afternoon when we couldn’t go out with the children as it was an absolute downpour and very cold too. So I thought it would be a good idea to make playdough. Both of the children are – safe to put it this way – a huge fan of playdough. We actually never really had any at …
10 Plants Kids Can Grow in Their Garden Bed
Kids love to garden! Aside from helping you get the work completed, gardening is an educational activity that teaches kids about plant cycles and the earth. Growing vegetables helps your child be open to trying new foods. Picking plants kids can grow make the activity enjoyable for all. While children can grow all plants, some are easier for them start …
The effect of technology on children’s social skills and fitness levels
The effect of technology on children’s social skills and fitness levels Technology is fast evolving and now, kids of all ages seem to be getting involved with everything from tablets and phones, to social media and smart TVs. But what effect is this having on their social and physical wellbeing? The impact of devices and online platforms has whipped up …
Want to Achieve an Easy to Maintain Garden?
Want to Achieve an Easy to Maintain Garden? Most people love the idea of having a garden. They also love the way a garden in full bloom looks. But what they don’t like is the amount of work that so often has to go into maintaining a garden. It’s not easy, and when you have a career and family taking …
Teaching The Children About Sustainable Living: Start In The Garden
Ultra-processed food generation If you own a garden or an allotment, you have the best thing to teach your children about sustainable living. Everything starts with understanding where our food comes from and how do we produce food. According to the Guardian, 50% all the food bought by families in the UK is now “ultra-processed”, made in a factory with industrial ingredients …
Is Renting Getting More Popular Than Owning Properties?
Is Renting Getting More Popular Than Owning Properties? If you look at the current statistics in Australia, you’ll find that more than 30% of the population is living in rented properties. Knowing the fact that this trend is only going to get more popular during the next few years, you can easily say that renting has become the new owning. …
19 Ideas To Save Household Money On An Eco-Friendly Way
19 Ideas To Save Household Money On An Eco-Friendly Way I’m a stay at home parent and I make the majority of our household purchase decisions. As I also happen to be quite a eco conscious person, Iso have developed a few ways how to cut down on cost and be environmentally friendly at the same time. I always love …