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Complete Bathroom Renovation Guide From Start to Finish*
The bathroom is an area of the house that few people think about renovating. This is usually because the bathroom itself is a place that we use for a couple of purposes and nothing more. Unlike our living room or even the bedroom, the bathroom is used for cleaning or relieving ourselves and nothing more. It serves a few functions then we close the door and get on with our lives. This is why few people worry about bathroom renovations and choose to upgrade other parts of their home that see more use. However, that doesn’t show the full picture. Why renovate the bathroom? There are plenty of reasons to…
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Guest Post // Claiming Compensation as a Victim of Abuse*
As someone who has suffered Domestic Abuse at the hands of my ex I feel like it’s important to raise awareness and get all the facts for other people in the sitation I was in 5 years ago. I really hope this guest post by Gina helps women and men out there, read below how you could be entitled to compensation that could be the boost to help you feel like you are financially able to start again. Not everyone is as blessed as I was to have parents to help them out. If you’ve been abused in the past, it can be hard to overcome the physical and mental…
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Pet Content // The Best Halloween Costumes for Your Dog This Year*
In our house, as soon as the 1st September hits it’s time to get ready for Autumn and more importantly, Halloween. We’re huge fans of Halloween even if LM isn’t really into villains and I’m really not into scary, we enjoy the cutesy side of things like pumpkins with faces, candy and The Nightmare Before Christmas. We also like to dress up, both of us. LM has already decided on two costumes (one for Disney, one for school) and I know what I’m wearing for our family party. Speaking of dressing up, I always wish that I could dress up Elsa so she really felt like part of the family…
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World Dream Day with Bush Baby World
The Internet loves a celebration day, doesn’t it? And Monday sees it being World Dream Day. World Dream Day is celebrated on the 25th September and it’s a global day of action dedicated to setting dreams into motion. Dreams play a vital part in our life, the inspire us to push the limits, reach goals and make a better life for ourselves, people we know and the world itself. Everyone has a dream, no matter what age they are. Dream Day is a day for everyone to start pursuing that dream and making it a reality. At the moment LM’s dream is to be some kind of performer, probably at…
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Home Content // Plastic vs Glass Greenhouses – Which Should You Choose?
Greenhouses aren’t as popular as they used to be, are they? But they really are the perfect piece for serious growers as they allow them to make the most of the seasons. As well as experimenting with growing exotic plants and vegetables such as cucumbers, peppers and tomatoes that require moderate temperatures. For greenhouses, there are a range of different glazing options and they all have advantages and disadvantages when compared. The right glazing for your greenhouse will be determined by your requirements, personal preferences, climate and budget. Together with The Plastic People, retailers of polycarbonate sheets, I’ve put together a post of the pros and cons of plastic and…
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Home Content // The 21st Century Garden: How to Make the Most of a Shrinking Space*
Unfortunately for keen gardeners, the size of our green spaces is shrinking. Between 1982 and 2013, the average British garden shrunk from 168 m2 to 163.2 m2. That’s not all, it is also estimated that two million homes in Britain don’t have a garden, and by 2020 10.5% of all homes will not have a garden. Gardeners must become more innovative and imaginative in order to get the most of their small gardens. We have teamed up with Suttons Seeds, retailers of hanging baskets and other essentials for your garden, to explore how people are coping with their limited space. Home Gardening For those with small gardens or none at…
