If you often have friends and family come to stay, or they would like to but you don’t really have the room for them, one solution to this is to convert your garage into a separate ‘guest annexe’ – if you are not getting much use out of it now,Continue Reading
Waste pipes and soil pipes are important elements of the infrastructure for any building and it is important not to get the two confused. While dealing with soil and waste pipes is best left to the professionals, knowing the differences is useful. Image Credit Eliminating confusion While both waste andContinue Reading
The environment in which a dementia sufferer lives will have a significant their well-being. Dementia symptoms such as losing their memory, confusion and trouble absorbing new information means that a person with dementia may forget their location, where things are kept and how to operate things. Image credit While itContinue Reading
Whilst the whole country is in lockdown, it leaves many of us out of work and sat at home with not a lot to do. But this is the ideal time to have a spring clean, get the house looking the best it has ever looked, and finally get onContinue Reading
For dressmakers and designers, visiting a fabric store can be a quasi-religious experience. The sight of shelf-upon-shelf of multi-coloured, multi-textured fabrics awaiting transformation into gorgeous garments and soft furnishings is one of the most exciting aspects of their professional lives. But the availability of so vast an array of materialsContinue Reading
We all have clothes that we love and want to wear often. However, if washed incorrectly, wool can shrink, so our favourite jumpers often end up tucked away at the back of the wardrobe. Here are some tips for hand and machine washing to prevent a needless wardrobe malfunction.Continue Reading
Organising your upcoming wedding can be a minefield of overwhelming decisions to make, including arranging the transport for your big day. You are likely to have already chosen your wedding theme, so the following suggestions are designed to be a perfect complement and to add a touch of sparkle toContinue Reading
A wood burner is an energy-efficient and stylish way to heat your home. Wood logs are a renewable source of energy, provided they are purchased from a reputable supplier that has sourced them from a well-managed woodland. Hardwoods are better for burning in wood stoves than softwoods.Continue Reading
One of the most important days of your life is your wedding day, the special moment when you and your partner exchange those important life-affirming vows to care for one another until death parts you. Where you plan your wedding is the key to success. Some couples want a quietContinue Reading
Keep an eye on your posture – it is easy to slump at a desk, but try not to – it causes back problems later on down the line. Make sure that your work station is set up correctly for you – have a look at this guide. You mayContinue Reading