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Mother’s Day Treat

Mother’s Day Treat   Spring is officially here which means Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Can’t decide what do get for your mum this Mother’s Day? Here are a few ideas that can be used on a daily basis around the house. Along with a Mother’s Day brunch for you to treat your amazing mum to, whilst she sits back and relaxes topped off with a glass of bucks fizz.   Mixed Berry French Toast   What you will need: (2 servings) 200g of Berries (Raspberries, Blackberries, Blueberries or Strawberries) 4 Eggs…

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Household Appliances for Independent Living

Getting older is a fact of life, and for many it means losing a little bit of treasured independence. As those aches and pains creep in it can be harder to look after your home. Household appliances in particular can often pose a problem. Where you once hoisted the vacuum cleaner up the stairs with no problem, you might now not be able to. Or bending to put clothes in the washing machine might make you feel like you are going to fall. But this needn’t mean you need to…

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Mulled Wine

Mulled Wine   The smell of mulled wine, simply reminds you of one thing.. Christmas! The warm, sweet, spice aromas, ideal for these wintery cold months. There are many mulled wine recipes available these days from all over the world. Here is our recipe on how to make mulled wine for you and in the comforts of your own home in as little as 1 hour. Easy to make. The main ingredients to mulled wine right is all things sugar and spice. This recipe serves 4 people. You will need 1 medium sized…

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How to carve a pumpkin

How to carve a pumpkin Choosing the right pumpkin The perfect pumpkin should have a stem between 1 to 2 inches thick, have no soft spots or punctures and of course be nice and orange. A pumpkin with a flat base will make it easier to display and sturdier to carve. You can get pumpkins from your local supermarket or farmers market, in fact many places will sell these leading up to Halloween. There are different shapes and sizes to choose from helping you be more be more creative. Preparation…

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Appliances Design Featured Interiors 

Self-Cleaning Ovens, Pyrolytic vs Catalytic

Pyrolytic ovens Pyrolytic ovens are the most effective self-cleaning ovens. These ovens have a feature that allows you to heat the oven to around 480°c. At this temperature food residue will turn into ash. The door will automatically lock when the cycle is on and unlock when the oven is cool enough. These ovens will have a cleaning function usually between 2 to 4 hours long. This process does often create smoke, so the ovens use a catalytic converter in the exhaust vent to eliminate emissions. Once the cycle is…

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Vented, Condenser or Heat Pump Tumble Dryer?

If you live in the UK or just moved here, you could be one of those people who has fallen in love with their umbrellas, or simply enjoy the cold weather and rainy days. Either way, while you have found your own way to cope with the rainy weather, your wet and washed clothes are still struggling to dry and you may eventually feel the need to invest in a tumble dryer. Choosing the right tumble dryer can be a bit challenging. There are many available types and each one…

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Hobs buying guide

Finding the right hob for your kitchen is not the easy decision you thought it was. There are many types to choose from and each one has its own pros and cons. So which type is the right hob for you? Here’s a simple guide to get you started. Hobs types There are five main types of hobs; Gas, gas on glass, induction, ceramic, and solid plates. In this article we will explain the special features of each type to help you decide which one of them is the right…

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Five games to play with your kids in the garden

Spring is here and the sun has finally come out. It is now the perfect opportunity to get the most out of this beautiful weather and play with your kids in the garden. We’ve brought to you today five great activities to enjoy family fun time without breaking the bank. 1- Chalk drawing Kids love painting and drawing, so make use of this lovely weather and give them some colourful chalk and allocate some space on your garden patio for them to draw on freely. The best thing about chalk…

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How to remove chocolate stains from clothing

Chocolate is one of the world’s favourite treats and this time of year in particular is known to be the “chocolate season”, where shops are well-stocked with tasty chocolate eggs that you can enjoy and share with your family and friends. It’s also the time of year where you can expect to find chocolate stains everywhere, especially if you have little ones in the house! So what should you do if you end up with chocolate stains on your favourite clothes? The rule of thumb with any stain is to…

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Easy and natural ways to dye eggs this Easter

If you are looking for fun and creative ways to dye eggs with your kids this Easter, this article is for you. We’ve brought to you four natural and effective ways to get beautiful dyed eggs without being exposed to chemicals in food dyes. All the ingredients that we will use are inexpensive and easy to find in your local store. Make sure an adult is there to supervise because the first task is to prepare the eggs in boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes. Now you’re ready to…

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