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As the temperatures begin to drop and the chill of the season sets in,...

Layer up to stay warm

If you’re looking for love or companionship, going online might be your best chance...

How dating online can expand your options

As Big Garden Birdwatch approaches, wildlife lovers will be filling up their feeders with...

How often should I clean my bird feeder?

As the chill of winter begins to ease, February is the perfect time to...

What to sow and grow this February
The easiest seeds to sow in winter

You may think that your garden is now closed until spring, but you can...

5 surprising things you can clean in the washing machine

When you weigh up your dry cleaning bill and think about clever ways to...

Unconventional Uses for Interdental Brushes: Beyond Oral Care

Interdental brushes, commonly used for oral hygiene, are versatile tools that can extend beyond...

Top ten uses for Cocktail Sticks

Cocktail sticks, also known as toothpicks, are small but mighty tools that extend far...

Peter’s Gardening Tips for January 2025

We were served up with a wide range of weather in December including a...

A New Year, A New Start: Discover the Joys of Being a Homesitter

As we step into a fresh new year, many of us look for ways...

Christmas houseplants you can grow outside after the festive season

As Christmas comes to an end, how are your houseplants doing? If you’ve managed...

Silversurfers Book Club Winter 2025

Each season we share a selection of popular book titles and new releases that...

10 things you should know about the most festive of all garden birds – the robin

These little cuties come into their own at Christmas Be they sat on garden...

How to save money each month of your gardening year

We all want to tighten the purse strings after Christmas – but there are...

10 potential hazards for pets at Christmas

While Christmas is the time for us humans to celebrate, indulge and have fun...

5 ways to use your Christmas tree clippings creatively

A master florist offers five gorgeous arrangements, which will use up your Christmas tree...

Why does my Christmas poinsettia always die?

Poinsettias are everywhere at this time of year, their vivid red, white or pink...

How to grow your own Brussels sprouts for next year

Love them or hate them, Brussels sprouts are a mainstay of the Christmas table....

10 tips to make perfect sausage rolls at home

Pastry and sausage meat – the ultimate match, but you’ve got to get it...

Time to make your opinions count!

Bored of being asked to give your opinion and fill in a survey, join...

Find craft inspiration from the best Martha Stewart videos

Martha Stewart’s YouTube channel is a brilliant source of inspiration for craft videos and...

Make your own edible gifts

Why elbow your way through a crowded high street in search of yet more...

How to add scent to your natural Christmas decorations and wreaths

The rich fragrance of pine, cinnamon, cloves and orange all spell Christmas in your...

Top tips for preventing peanut butter from solidifying at the bottom of the jar

Peanut butter lovers know the frustration: the oil separates, leaving a rock-hard mass at...

Tips for an eco-friendly Christmas

As a society, we’ve never been more aware of our impact on the planet...

Christmas Decorations Masterclass: Make your own Festive Wreath, Garland and Flower Centrepieces

Florist Kim Shaw returns to show you how to get your home ready for...

Is your hot water bottle safe to use? Tips on what to look out for

As the cost of heating our homes continues to rise this winter many of...

Tips on dealing with a frozen windscreen without using a spray de-icer

With the risk of overnight frost and ice very real in the next few...

How to avoid plant losses, flowering disappointments and container catastrophes

As the colder weather sets in, we offer a 10-point checklist to help your...

Eco friendly gift wrap options

A beautifully wrapped gift is one of the most time-honoured symbols of Christmas, but...

5 Homemade edible gifts in a jar

Homemade gifts are always extra special and these are particularly easy to make. Simply...

Banishing condensation woes: Five tips to keep your home clear and dry

Condensation can be a persistent issue in homes, leading to dampness, mold growth, and...

Arthritis-friendly bras and gentle fabrics for delicate skin

As we age, many of us face new challenges, especially regarding our skin and...

The Purr-fect Companion: The benefits of owning a cat in later life

As we age, companionship and comfort become increasingly important to our quality of life....

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