Archives for October 2017

Image   Every kid at some point in their lives has walked through the mall and visited Santa and his elves near Christmas time. Kids love Santa, sitting on his lap and telling him what they want for Christmas is all part of the festive magic. If you feel like bringing that magic home with […]

Halloween is just around the corner and Christmas is well on its way, for many families this means only one thing. Family and guests, descending over your humble abode. Now, after a whole busy year everyone’s house has probably seen better days. As well as probably a slight mess here and there, some of the […]

Our gardens are a safe haven for us to relax in when the weather is nice, with a few cold drinks and possibly a BBQ with your friends and family. It can be difficult to enjoy this time if your garden is overlooked, or the private time with your family can be seen by the […]

It won’t be long until it is time to tuck your garden into bed for the long winter ahead. But before you do, there are some essential preparations that you should make so it is ready to bloom when spring comes around again. A lot of the work that you are going to do involves […]

Pixnio.com   Old age is something that is difficult to come to terms with, and along with the health concerns, the personal impact is huge on both sides of the equation, from the perspective of the relatives of the person, or the person themself. When you have to think about the best way to care […]

Image – Pexels   Open plan living is very much on trend right now. Many homeowners are getting very adventurous with their homes and knocking down walls so that they can make their rooms as large as possible. Not only do open plan rooms help you get more out of your floor space, but it […]

Pexels   When you think of home safety, it’s likely that you consider all the small dangers which can occur within your home. Fall hazards, electrical issues and plumbing mishaps can all contribute to creating an unhealthy home space. However, the exterior of your home is just as important, and so making sure your garden […]

Maintaining a happy home is top of everyone’s agenda. There’s a very strong chance that you already dedicate a lot of time and money to those tasks. In reality, though, you could probably see far better results with only a minimal increase of effort. Now is the time to start.   Use these tips to […]

  Autumn is a gorgeous season; the vibrant colours give the sky and trees a fiery glow, and when the leaves fall it’s like it’s raining gold. Unfortunately, although the leaves might turn orange, red, and brown, the rest of our garden starts to wither away and die. Once all the leaves have fallen we’ll […]

There is nothing worse than going outside with the intention of having a swim in your pool only to find that it’s full of leaves and other debris. It’s something that can really ruin your day. After all, what use is a pool if it’s not clean enough to use? However, you don’t need to […]

Pexels   If you’re a stay at home Mum that is looking to make some extra money to get by, working from home can be a great option for you. There are many different jobs that can be done, like online tutoring, writing, advertising, and filling out surveys, so the possibilities are there. But if […]

Image   If you’ve ever thought about having a water feature added to your garden – you should. Not only do they add texture, movement, and sound, but they will also increase the value of your home – and who doesn’t want that? They are able to create even more of a sense of nature […]

Image source   Although you might be thinking of putting your feet up in front of the fire with a nice cup of hot chocolate, and perhaps even a cookie, right now – there are things that need to be done!   If you’re like most people, you let your exterior maintenance slide in the […]

Smart homes are all the rage now because they give us a glimpse into what the future could be like in a couple years. Voice-controlled appliances just like we’ve seen in movies, home AI that can tell what we’re thinking before we even say anything and convenience that will empower our lives. But turning your […]

Image link: Pexels   Since we tend to dream about Christmas as soon as the first leaf falls, we might as well get our homes ready for it as well. It makes little sense, after all, to vamp up your winter wardrobe and change the tires of your car if the rest of your house […]