There’s nothing quite like a family party for bringing everyone together. Once conversation is flowing and all the generations are enjoying great food, every family get-together is enormously rewarding. But, when you’re in the midst of planning, pulling off a smooth event can seem like a huge mountain to climb. How do you ensure your kitchen stays calm and collected on the big … [Read more...]
Pilot Pen MR3 Retro Pop Collection Fountain Pens
When Pilot Pen asked 1400 Australian women whether they think pens can be a fashion statement, 90% said yes. This comes as no surprise to me as a stationery obsessed 30 something year old. Since email has taken over, the art of writing has gotten a little lost, but there is something lovely about a handwritten note which can never be replaced. What Pilot Pen has done is quite … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Being More Productive While Studying
Finding the right motivation to study and keep up the productivity with exams and assessments due can be a struggle. It is easy to become distracted and watch the hours tick by with phone calls, games, and Netflix all calling for attention. When there is work to be done, the idea of cleaning the house or mowing the lawn can suddenly become an appealing one, as anything is … [Read more...]
Glasshouse Fragrances Winter Explorer Collection
What could be better than a candle from Glasshouse Fragrances? A set of four mini candles from the same brand! The Glasshouse Destination Explorer Collection has four scents from around the world, each in a small 30g triple scented candle. In this year's Winter Explorer pack you will find: The Hamptons - Teak, and Petitgrain Monte Carlo - Fig, and Guava Kyoto - … [Read more...]
The Happy Campers: Golden Rules For a Successful Family Trip
If a ‘fun family camping’ sounds more like an oxymoron than an actual possibility, prepare to have your mind changed. While our expectations of family trips may get in the way of allowing the vacation to unfold on its own, how fun the trip is will also depend on how well prepared you are for the trip - as a family. A successful camping trip with the kids needs careful … [Read more...]
Wilds Oriental Woods Classic Candle
The nights are getting colder, and a candle will create a cozy ambiance in your home. Wilds have a wintery treat in store with the classic candle in a scent called Oriental Woods. It comes in a white and green box, and the fragrance has some unique notes. The top notes include Leathery, Geranium, and Sandalwood, with heart notes of Woody, Clove, Lavender, and Floral. The … [Read more...]
Interview: Elaine Davies (Author of Mind Body Sold!)
Mind Body Sold! is a book which will lead you in the right direction when it comes to purchasing a property. Today we have the author, Elaine Davies with us for a chat: Tell us about your book “Mind Body Sold!” Mind Body Sold! is split into three sections: Women are usually pretty smart and know how to make money but fear of failing or stepping outside so-called rules … [Read more...]
Recipe: Banana Smoothie Bowls
Are you bored at breakfast time? Here is your chance to mix it up with this delicious Banana Smoothie Bowl recipe courtesy of Australian Bananas. This would also suit an after dinner craving! Serves: 2 Prep: 5 mins Freezing: 4 hours Ingredients 2 large ripe Cavendish bananas 125g (8) strawberries, halved 1¼ cups chilled coconut water ⅔ cup … [Read more...]
Tilley Limited Edition Black Orchid Range (Win It!)
Tilley has released a beautiful duo of Black Orchid sensations just in time for Mother's Day. This includes a 300g triple scented soy candle, and an aromatic reed diffuser, both elegantly packaged with a splash of purple, white, and a touch of gold. Tilley products are made in Australia, and they may look good but they smell even better. The black orchid scent is a little … [Read more...]
Recipe: Banana, Bacon and Cheese Pinwheels
Today we have a unique flavour combination, with this bacon, banana and cheese pinwheel recipe. It comes courtesy of Australian Bananas and is a unique twist on a classic. Makes: 10 Prep: 20 mins Cooking: 35 mins Ingredients 150g bacon, diced 2½ cups self-raising flour 125g butter, chilled, chopped 1 cup full cream milk 1 tbs hot water … [Read more...]
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