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How to Have the Ultimate Cosy Night In.
The days are short and very, very cold. Night comes earlier and earlier, and, if you are a bear, you’ve already made the sensible decision and hibernated for the duration of the Winter. But although hibernation is not an option for most folk, we can make the most of the dark and cold by enjoying cosy night’s inside, where we can snuggle up with our loved ones and enjoy all the peace and slumber, with a classic movie, our favourite loungewear, good food and drink, and all the warmth and comfort you find in front of the fire. Here are some of the main ingredients you need in order to…
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Preparing Your Garden For Spring
It has to be said that after a pretty disappointing Summer, September and October proved to be surprisingly mild, which meant there were further opportunities to sit in and enjoy our gardens. But with November we have the first frosts and temperatures that are only in single figures, and are dropping to freezing in the evening, it is safe to say that our gardens are going to see less use over the next couple of months. And this means now is the time to prepare our garden for the Spring by packing up the remnants of our Summer garden, and planning for the new features that will take their place…
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Travel Focus: Checking Out Mainland Spain
When the weather turns cold, my mind always turns to the thought of some sun. And although I have done a lot of traveling over the years, one of my fave destinations is still Mainland Spain, a place I first visited over 20 years ago, and have now visited on numerous occasions since. Holiday Gems asked me what my favourite Spanish destinations were, and although the beaches of the Costa Del Sol proved to be very tempting, I decided to write about a few of my fave cities. Malaga, Barcelona and Cadiz are all destinations that I would highly recommend if you want to get a real taste of Spain,…
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Christmas Gift Idea: The Novella Nostalgia Series
If you are looking for an unusual gift for a fan of classic movies, the Novella Nostalgia series may just be the answer. Penned by the author Tony Drury, this fabulous series of books link modern storytelling to some of the most iconic movies of all time. Inspired characters, classic scenes and the familiarity of those classic films, but modern scenario’s make these the ideal present for someone who still loves the romance of turning a page rather than just scrolling up. There are three books in the Novella Nostalgia series so far, with a further two planned. The first was ‘Lunch With Harry’ which is inspired by the wonderful…
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Making Your Kitchen Cosy This Winter
The clocks have gone back, the nights are drawing in and temperatures have definitely dropped. Yes, Winter is almost upon us. Brrrr. If you’re are planning a new kitchen, then you might well have spent a lot of time pondering the type of bespoke cabinetry you want or worktops, splashback materials such as acrylic sheeting and the appliances you and your family will need to keep things running smoothly. You might have even started to think about lighting and wall colours but the one thing that can often make or break the usability of a kitchen – particularly during the winter months – is often not given nearly enough thought. How you heat your…
