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20 great summer plants for pots and hanging baskets

Collaborative post Would you like to fill your garden with flowers this summer? Many of us spend more time in our gardens in summer, so it’s the perfect season to create a show-stopping display ...

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Kids outdoor activities: free printable summer bucket list ideas

Are you looking for easy, fun kids outdoor activities this summer? This free printable summer bucket list has 40 things to do outside with kids, and is a brilliant way to keep them entertained and ...

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Gardening in August: jobs to tackle this month

Welcome to your one-stop resource for gardening in August. If you always feel like you don’t have enough time for gardening, or just need some guidance on what to focus on each month, this is the ...

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How to introduce your kids to money

Collaborative post Teaching your kids about money helps to equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to navigate life effectively. Money skills can help to ensure a secure future for your ...

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How to make a pumpkin fairy house: easy autumn craft for kids

Pumpkin season comes around every autumn - and that means it's perfect for some fun autumn nature crafts. A pumpkin fairy house makes a lovely seasonal decoration, and of course it's ideal for ...

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The best colour for a small bedroom

Collaborative post When it comes to interior design, a small bedroom can present a challenge.  The limited space means that every element must be carefully considered to create a cohesive ...

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50 potato puns and potato jokes to make you peel giggly

Are you looking for some veggie-themed family fun? This roundup of potato puns and potato jokes is tater-ly the best place to start! As well as being a great way to make mealtimes more of a ...

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Fixer-Upper or Money Pit: how to sort gems from lemons

Collaborative post The abundance of property shows on TV over the last couple of decades has caused more people to consider buying a home that’s in need of renovation. This sounds great in ...

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How to make a pumpkin bird feeder

Are you looking for fun ways to make a DIY bird feeder?  This simple step-by-step tutorial ...

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60 autumn quotes and fall sayings to celebrate the season

Are you looking for autumn quotes to celebrate the season?  There’s a list of 50 gorgeous and ...

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Best winter sun destinations for UK families

Collaborative post Are you planning a winter sun holiday this year? Whether you're looking for ...

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My top 5 plants for August flowers and foliage

This is a collaborative post in partnership with Hillier Garden Centres. Are you enjoying your ...

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How DIY furniture can spruce up your garden

Collaborative post Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic where our outdoor spaces became an ...

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How to make your home feel more spacious

Collaborative post Would you like to make your home feel more spacious? It's a common goal for ...

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How Gardening Combats Depression and Dementia

This is a collaborative post in partnership with BetterHelp. When we think about ways to improve ...

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Are my child’s defence mechanisms a sign of anxiety?

This is a collaborative post in partnership with BetterHelp. As parents, many of us constantly ...

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130 vegetable puns & vegetable jokes to turnip the giggles

Welcome to a bumper list of vegetable puns and vegetable jokes! There are 130 jokes about ...

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