The Christmas Technology Survival Guide
How to have ho ho ho, not oh no no!
It used to be so simple. The only technology you needed to think about at Christmas was a bunch of AA batteries, and setting the video for Die Hard. Now, though, things are a bit more complicated. Even the humblest toys are packing processors, using obscure batteries or demanding an overnight charge before you can use them. […]
Winter Garden Bling by Martin Blow
When the flowers have faded, the autumn leaves have blown away and stems turned brown the garden can look a dreary place; waiting for spring to awaken it. But there is plenty of sparkle and colour to be had as winter takes hold. Walking round my garden last winter I found so much to take my eye and delight me. […]
Great Beds for Guests by Katherine Sorrell
Not enough bedrooms? A sofa bed – or other type of informal guest bed – is your answer. Make sure you invest in one that combines both comfort and style, says Katherine Sorrell. […]
Create a Comfortable Guest Room by Katherine Sorrell
Is your spare room ready for Christmas? Our guide will ensure your guests […]
Inside Out – Top Tips For Creating Your Garden View by Nicki Jackson
It‘s the season for sitting indoors for many of us, so in such circumstances the only thing on offer to us from the garden at this time of year is usually the view. Looking out on something gorgeous is a real tonic at any time of year and there is much evidence to suggest that viewing nature has a psychological benefit to us – it enhances a sense of space and place, improves our mental functioning, social relationships and wellbeing – so here are some of our favourite tips and tricks for making the most of your garden view. […]
Asters: Stars of the Autumn Garden by Martin Blow
If one flower embodies the joy of the autumn garden then it must be the Aster, or Michaelmas Daisy to give it its common name. […]
Avoiding Tech Horrors this Halloween by Gary Marshall
What to do with a watery phone and how to protect your photos…
Not everything that goes bump in the night is a ghost or a ghoul. Sometimes it’s a crucial bit of kit getting damaged. Unfortunately, no piece of technology lasts forever, any device can be stolen or damaged and any digital file can be deleted or corrupted. […]
Kitchen Design Basics by Katherine Sorrell
A great kitchen can be the hub of the home. Function is vital, especially when maximising space, and research and planning are key. […]
Clear Up Your Kitchen Clutter by Katherine Sorrell
A well-designed kitchen has a place for everything, from cutlery to coffee pods.
Savvy ideas for kitchen storage: […]
Cool Gardens – The Pleasure of Off-Peak by Nicki Jackson
Gardeners and garden designers often talk about extending the season of interest in the garden and for the most part we’re usually referring to plants – great plants for winter interest or autumn colour, for instance, but this time around I thought we’d look at ways of making the garden a lovely place to be beyond those balmy summer days. […]
