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Inexpensive, readily available and safe enough for use on babies’ skin, baby oil has...

Clever uses for baby oil

Our furry friends can get cold too. But despite the continuous fall in temperature...

What to know about walking your dog in the cold

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

How often should I clean my bird feeder?

They’re such as staple of our weekly menu, yet potatoes come in all shapes...

A guide to growing the best potatoes for different uses
Clever uses for oats

Porridge oats can be used for so much more than just a hearty breakfast...

Unusual home remedies for everyday ailments

In times of pain and discomfort, painkillers and ointments are often the go-to option...

Silversurfers Book Club Winter 2024

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

Futuristic design and ‘faster than a sports car’ – why Tesla’s Cybertruck has gone viral

Tesla’s Cybertruck got people talking from the moment it was first released. Looking like...

7 clever uses for Blu Tack

Blu Tack has become a household name for its extraordinary versatility and functionality. Composed...

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...

Peter’s Gardening Tips for January 2024

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

8 New Year’s resolutions that actually work

Instead of a New Year’s resolution that rights a wrong in your life, why...

Clever uses for vegetable oil

A little bit of vegetable oil can go a long way – and it’s...

Beyond the spill: 6 unusual uses for paper kitchen roll you never knew

When it comes to household essentials, the humble paper kitchen roll is often underestimated....

Clever uses for Fairy liquid

Fairy liquid is a household staple in Britain – and there’s so many weird...

Beyond the Christmas table: Alternative uses for Cranberry Sauce

Cranberry sauce is a staple on Christmas tables, adding a burst of tart sweetness...

7 simple ways to keep nails strong and healthy in winter

Do you dream of having perfectly-manicured hands all year round, but find that as...

10 unusual uses for Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola is a household name, famous for its sweet and fizzy taste. However, did...

A guide to winter feeding for garden birds

Winter is a challenging time for garden birds. As temperatures drop and natural food...

As the cold snap sets in – what should gardeners do to prepare?

As winter arrives this month, it brings with it some cold icy blasts and...

Clever uses for sellotape

Sellotape can be used in dozens of weird and wonderful ways for so much...

Tired of giving and receiving fancy soaps and socks for Christmas? 

At Granny Gets a Grip we’ve got lots of original Christmas present ideas for...

The best shrubs to grow for festive winter berries

Frosted winter berries should have pride of place both in the garden and home...

Keep your gas boiler and reduce carbon emissions. Find out how!

With the Prime Minister set to roll back on government net zero targets, one...

Why a pot-grown Christmas tree may save you money in the long term

Pot-grown Christmas trees are often more expensive than comparable cut ones – but may...

These winter plants will help attract wildlife to your garden

As autumn creeps into winter, you’ll likely start seeing less wildlife activity in your...

Make-ahead Christmas gifts

Christmas is closer than you think, and while it’s not quite time to trim...

Keeping your dog safe on Bonfire Night: Top tips and advice

Bonfire Night, also known as Guy Fawkes Night, is a popular celebration with fireworks,...

Six Uses for Epsom Salts

Epsom salts, scientifically known as magnesium sulfate, have been a household staple for centuries,...

This is why you should plant your tulip bulbs in November

Many of us will have already planted our spring-flowering bulbs, including daffodils, crocus and...

4 tips for recycling your autumn leaves into a rich leafmould mulch

As you’re raking leaves off your lawn, beds and borders, don’t consign them to...

Top tips for solo travellers: Embrace the world with confidence

Solo travel has become increasingly popular as more people seek the freedom and thrill...

Transform your nest box into a winter roost

With autumn in full swing, now is the perfect time to take down your...

Halloween pumpkins – how to grow your own

It’s Halloween season, when pumpkins are carved to make all sorts of spooky shapes...

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