When people want to redecorate their homes, the first thing they want to do is repaint, refloor and purchase nice furniture pieces. This is a great start when trying to give your home a new sense of life, however, you may still feel like it is missing something. Adding a feature piece in some of your rooms could help to fix this problem. These pieces act as a talking point and help to bring your décor together. In this article, we will explore the importance of feature pieces in your…
Read MoreMonth: July 2023
Tips for Achieving a Vintage Bedroom Design
If you’re drawn to all things vintage, incorporating a vintage bedroom design is a great way to bring your favourite style into your home. It’s important to choose a focal point for the room and build around it. Then, add details throughout the space to create a cohesive design with a vintage twist. This can be as simple as moving in an ottoman for storage or as elaborate as hanging a vintage mirror in the corner.
Read MoreHow to Ensure You Get the Right Price for Your Property
Selling your property can be a very overwhelming process as you want to make sure you sell it for the right price, and you may be wanting to sell it within a certain time frame. To make sure you get the right price for your home, you will need to conduct a lot of research and contact professionals to help you. In this article, we will give you some tips, so you can have peace of mind when you agree on the sale, that you have received the right amount…
Read MoreCreative ideas for patching clothing
Mending clothes is a great way to give a beloved item a new lease of life, whilst helping the environment by reducing waste and saving money. It also allows the mender to get creative and foster a sense of individuality.
Read MoreWhat is the difference between natural and synthetic rubber?
Natural and synthetic rubber are both in high demand by manufacturers, with their differences making them useful for different applications. Let’s take a look at these differences and the pros and cons of each.
Read MoreExploring the Advantages of Air Conditioning
In recent years, air conditioning has become a lot more popular in modern homes, and for good reason. The benefits of air conditioning go past simply keeping you cool, it actually provides a lot of benefits that can help to improve your lifestyle. In this article, we will explore some of the many ways having air conditioning installed in your home can improve your life.
Read MoreBurnham-on-Sea, part of the West Country Carnival and Parade Circuit
The famous annual West Country Carnival and Parade features a spectacular display of illuminated carts and raises thousands of pounds for local charities. The Parade starts in North Petherton, on the first Friday in November, then travels onto Burnham-on-Sea the next day. The large, elaborate trailers that are used are known as Carts and can cost up to £40,000 to build and take a year to design and finish. The intricate designs can be based on any theme and have included, Children’s Books, Disney Characters, Scenes from history, Travel, Transport…
Read MoreLiving and working in the Medieval City of Worcester
Located on the banks of the River Severn, the medieval city of Worcester, with a growing population of over 103,000, is a popular place to live, work and raise a family. The city is steeped in history and the royal tombs of Prince Arthur and King John, a crypt and cloisters are to be found in the beautiful Cathedral there. Also, home to the famous Royal Worcester Porcelain, Lea & Perrins Worcester Sauce, composer Edward Elgar and the Berrow’s Worcester Journal, reportedly the oldest newspaper in the world! With the…
Read MoreIs our free time still making us happy?
Leisure time is the goal for most people, the prize at the end of a long week. But research shows that leisure time is becoming increasingly stressful. Worries over how to have more free time and how to spend it are common. And some people fail to enjoy leisure time at all, instead prioritising productivity.
Read More