Collaborative post The holiday season is a great time to get together with friends and family, so it's no wonder that holiday parties are the norm at this time of year. A holiday party gives you a chance to have fun with your loved ones, but planning one can be quite exhausting! If you'd like to take the strain out of hosting a holiday party, here are some tips to make sure it's a big success without the stress. 1. Have a ...
Tips for planning a bohemian-themed kitchen tea party
Collaborative post Are you looking for some inspiration for your next kitchen tea party? If so, look no further than the boho style; this eclectic and carefree aesthetic is perfect for a fun afternoon gathering with friends. This post will provide you with all the tips you need to plan a successful kitchen tea party with a bohemian theme. 1) Choose a fun and festive colour scheme When it comes to boho style, there are no rules! ...
Store wine at home: tips and ideas
Collaborative post Do you store wine at home? Wine is stored to improve the flavour, allow the tannins to develop, and create a smooth, rich drink. If you've ever stored a special bottle for years, but found the wine to be undrinkable when you finally opened it, these tips will come in handy. On better wine sites like https://8wines.com, you'll find a guide for each wine on how much time the wine can be cellared. The amount of time ...
How to host a safe gender reveal party
Collaborative post Gender reveal parties have quickly become one of the most popular ways of sharing the news about the sex of your baby. Starting in America in 2008, these celebrations quickly gained global interest. Expecting parents found that, instead of simply sharing the happy news on social media, making a family event of it was more fun. One reason for this is because, unlike baby showers which tend to focus on the expectant mum and ...
Al Fresco Christmas: How to host the perfect festive outdoor gathering
Collaborative post Are you planning a get-together with family and friends this Christmas? After last year's pared-back parties, lots of us will be looking forward to getting all our favourite people together over the festive season. But what if you're still keen to keep the gathering outdoors? Whether you're just not ready to embrace indoor socialising, or have caught the bug for entertaining outdoors over the last two years, it's ...
Garden Building Trends 2021
Collaborative post Are you looking for ideas on how to make the most of your outdoor space? If the answer is yes, this guide to the latest garden building trends is a great place to start. As the country entered lockdown last year and people spent more time at home, lots of us learned to use our outdoor space more effectively. The garden was recognised for its full potential, and soon became an invaluable extra 'room' where the family ...
Ten easy ways to get your garden ready for summer & outdoor entertaining
We all spend more time in our gardens in summer, but this year lots of us are planning on using them more than ever for outdoor entertaining. Is your garden ready for summer guests? During the colder months of the year, we naturally spend less time taking care of our gardens. When the weather warms up again in summer, we immediately want to get out there and enjoy them. The trouble is, there’s often work required to get things looking ...
Outdoor furniture trends 2021
Collaborative post Are you thinking about updating your outdoor furniture this year? If the answer is yes - or even just maybe - this guide to the key outdoor furniture trends for 2021 is a great place to start. "Gardens have always been a major influencer on homebuying decisions, the pandemic has shown that people are prioritising having a nice outside space more than ever (despite the British summers!)," comments house sales ...
Tips for creating an outdoor living area
Collaborative post Do you think of your garden as an outdoor room? Using our gardens as an extension of our homes is a trend that’s most definitely on the rise. The Office of National Statistics reports that the average number of people per household has remained constant this decade, but according to Which?, new houses built in the UK since 2010 are smaller than ever before. So it’s no wonder that lots of us are looking to our gardens to ...
Craft your way to a Summer garden party
It's happened: there have been enough mild, sunny days now this Spring to convince me that it's time to dust off the picnic blanket, and start planning some Summer garden gatherings. It's hard to beat an afternoon spent enjoying your garden with friends and family, I always find this kind of entertaining wonderfully relaxing. A few summer quotes can help to create a laid-back vibe too. I think hosting a gathering in the garden allows you to ...