Collaborative post If you're a parent, you're no doubt keen to be a good role model and set the right example for your kids to follow. Children love to mimic the adults around them, so it’s important that you encourage them to form good habits via your own behaviour. Encouraging your kids to develop basic home management skills when they are young will help them to look after their own homes when they're older. Getting your kids involved ...
How to stop a dog from digging in the garden
Collaborative post If you have a dog, you're probably going to find holes in your garden at some point. It's instinct for a dog to dig, but that doesn't mean you have to accept craters all over your lawn! Before you start thinking about how to stop a dog from digging up your flower beds, it's important to understand the possible reasons behind their behaviour. In the overwhelming majority of instances, the unusual behaviour of a dog is ...
Tips for removing pet hair from your furniture
Collaborative post If you have ever had a pet, you probably know how tricky the problem of pet hair in your home can be. How do you minimise it? What should you do to get rid of it? Whether you let your furry friend on the furniture or not, you can be sure your pet's hair will find it's way pretty much everywhere. Removing the hair may feel like an impossible task, but the right instruments and tools can make the process much quicker and ...
Easy ways to embrace sustainable living
Collaborative post Even before the world stopped due to the pandemic, sustainable living was a hot topic. The trend of buyers seeking eco-friendly products and materials, including sustainable and conscious supply chains, was already well-established. As a result, many designers and manufacturers were focusing their research and development on improving their product ranges to meet the needs of eco-conscious consumers. Then along came ...
Simple ways to keep kids entertained indoors during Spring showers
Collaborative post As we finally shake off the cold of winter, we can look ahead to warmer weather, more time outdoors and the arrival of spring. Spring brings with it sunshine, beautiful flowers, blue skies and a sense of hope and optimism – something we all need after 2020. Of course, not every spring day is full of light and sunshine! Spring also often involves fresh, rainy downpours, which can leave us stuck indoors until those ...
Surprise your partner with a healthy cheat gift box
Gift boxes are all the rage at the moment, and for good reason. They offer lots of choice and flexibility, which means you can personalise them to suit the intended recipient perfectly. If your partner is into health and fitness, a gift box that feels like it is fit for a cheat day but still manages to tick all the right boxes in terms of nutrition could be the ideal present. To give you an idea of the different types of health-conscious, ...
Using a skip bag: HIPPOBAG waste collection service review
This is a collaborative post in partnership with HIPPOBAG With spring on the horizon, many of us are starting to think about tidying up our outdoor spaces, ready for warmer days and more time spent outside. After months of being indoors, you might also be keen to have a good old clearout inside your home too! Number one on our list for a pre-spring purge was the shed and garden. We don’t have a garage, and the shed can quickly ...
Fun stay at home activities for families
Stuck at home with the kids? Check out these simple ideas for fun stay at home activities to keep the whole family busy and entertained. For many of us, family time is the highlight of a busy week. I know from my own parenting experience that spending time doing something as a family is a great way to unwind and get some all-important perspective. Whether it's hot beach days in the summer, barbecuing in the spring, kicking up leaves in ...
What is moissanite, and why is it a good alternative to diamonds?
Collaborative post Have you heard of moissanite? If the answer to that question is 'what is moissanite?', you need to read on! This post explains what moissanite is, and why it can be a great alternative to diamonds when it comes to statement jewellery. What is moissanite? Moissanite is a gemstone. It was first discovered by the scientist Henri Moissan in Arizona, close to the impact site of a meteorite. The Silicon Carbide that ...
Home repairs: how to deal with foundation problems
Every homeowner will need to deal with repairs at some point - whether they're caused by general wear and tear, or specific damage. Home repairs are never the most popular house renovations, but given the likelihood of having to deal with them, it's a good idea to be prepared! One area that we tend not to think of when it comes to home repairs is foundations. Unfortunately, you can rarely predict when foundation repairs might be required, as ...
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