People are constantly trying to find new and exciting ways to re-use old items in our homes. However in some cases recycling items can make the house look a little tacky, so in most cases we want to avoid this. While upholstering old furniture to a beautiful new design, it can be expensive and time consuming. A happy medium? Have a look at our quick…

Cooking is not an elitist sport. Anybody can give it a go, no matter how old or inexperienced, and it makes a great way to pass the time with kids. However children can often get so caught up in the ‘making’ part of the cooking that they forget to clear up afterwards! By teaching your children about the importance of clearing up after you cook…

Whether you are more of a takeaway family, you like making instant meals in the microwave, or you are a true culinary genius, from time to time your kitchen floor will need cleaning. Because we spend so much time in the kitchen, time and use can make the kitchen floor incredibly dirty. Clean kitchen floors are both hygienic and can help reduce the spread of…

The trend for "upcycling" is huge right now. Partly as a result of the economic situation and partly as a result of the fact that it's a lot of fun, turning old everyday items into quirky and useful "new" items has become a hit with homeowners of all ages. So here we run through some of our favourite upcycling suggestions to get creative in the…

We all know that citrus fruits, particularly lemon juice and lemon rind, are great for a variety of home remedies, including all purpose cleaning and helping your chopping blocks and worktops smell clean and fresh. But what if we told you that you can use even your old citrus rinds or peels in the kitchen and beyond? You can make a simple bird feeder from…