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 This fun activity is the perfect way to use up any old nail varnish you have lying around the houseYou will needDecorative, blown-out or hard-boiled eggsOld containerNail polish, in various coloursProtective glovesWooden skewerFoam and pins for drying rackBefore you being, place rows of pins into foam (about 4cm apart) to make a drying rack. Fill…

                           Add style and fun to your tween’s room that will last into the teen yearsDressing up is fun, no matter what age, so create a corner for your tween that will spark their imagination. As they grow, transition this dress-up idea from…

 Are you missing some feel-good factors in your life? Here are eight fun ways to boost your moodWe’re led to believe that happiness is a state of mind we might achieve at some point in our lives once we’ve checked off all the boxes, or reached an audacious goal. The truth is, we should expect…

  Article by YOUR HOME AND GARDENLighting is an important element in home design and can transform a space, but there are a number of factors to consider when looking to amp up your interiorLighting design should never be an afterthought, although that’s often the case. The position of your lights, the type of fitting, the colour…

 INGREDIENTS3-4 cups butternut squash, cubed (may purchase pre-cut for ease)2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic8 ounces gluten-free pasta1 onion, diced5 oz fresh, organic spinach1/2 cup vegetarian no-chicken broth/vegetable broth1/4 cup + more for topping vegan parmesan cheese, *see notesred pepper flakes, to tastesalt, to tastepepper, to tastetoasted pine nuts, for garnishingINSTRUCTIONSPreheat the oven to…

 Set the scene to retreat, relax and recharge in a sweet spot that’s been decorated just for youOne of the most beautiful gifts you can give yourself is a sacred place to retreat to whenever you feel the need for some quiet time.In these photos, you’ll see the sweet, cosy space that I’ve created in…

 Whatever your interior design style or horticultural bent there’s an indoor plant to brighten your home. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favourites1. PalmFor its second comeback the kentia has thrown off its ’60s and ’70s connotations of Queen Victoria and the Empire. Now we’re loving it for its tropical elegance. And it hails from…

Set a playful scene in a child’s bedroom by framing focal points with bright muralsPainting murals in your child’s bedroom is a fun and relatively quick way to make their space unique, while highlighting certain features of the room. In this case, the mural makes the bed the room’s natural focus, and the shelves become…

        Article by HOMES TO LOVE AUSTRALIA Ensuring your cleaning process is eco-friendly should be a priority for us all. The process of cleaning, decluttering and refreshing our homes is part of our regular home routines – usually this would mean forking out on expensive chemical-laden cleaning products to get the job done, but there are…

INGREDIENTS240ml of dairy-free milk1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar210g of self-raising flour100g of caster sugar1/2 teaspoon of baking powder1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda15g of Lotus Biscoff cookies (crushed)60g of sunflower oil (or melted coconut oil)Ingredients for the buttercream130g of dairy-free butter/margarine400g of icing sugar1 tablespoons of Biscoff spreadDairy-free milk (if needed)Lotus Biscoff cookiesBiscoff spread…

 Buying the right investment property can put you on a high-speed path to financial freedom. As with any large financial decision though, it's critical you get the right advice before you jump in.Follow these five steps to increase your chances of success.Step 1 - Talk to a mortgage adviser.The first step towards securing an investment…

 Ingredients454g short pasta, like penne or rigatoni (I used Mezzi rigatoni)1 cup whole-milk ricotta1 cup freshly grated parmesan or pecorino, plus more for serving1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest¼ cup lemon juice from 1 to 2 lemons plus extra lemon wedges for serving2 cups of RocketChili flakes for servingOlive oil for servingThinly sliced or torn…