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...]
Mother’s Day: F.Dick Premier Plus Knife
You call that a knife? This is a knife. If you ever thought your mum wouldn't get excited about a tool for her kitchen, you'd be wrong. I admit I raised my eyebrow at the suggestion of a kitchen knife for Mother’s Day. But, now I'm convinced it's acceptable. Look no further than the Premier Plus Knife from F. Dick. This baby is sharp. So sharp in fact I'm a little scared … [Read more...]
Basic Plumbing Concerns during a Kitchen Remodel
Little gives a house a whole new look like a remodeled kitchen. But unlike the other rooms in your house (save the bathroom), there are a lot of electrical and plumbing issues to work around. Whether you are doing the remodel yourself, or have hired professionals like the Plumbing Detectives, a Sydney plumber, you will want to watch out for a few things. Old Pipes If you are … [Read more...]
Flooring Types for a Charming Country Kitchen
Like with any other style, you need a proper floor in order to accentuate the rest of the items in the room. When dealing with a country kitchen, wood is going to be the favorite material of choice. But, you don’t just have to lay down some hardwood and hope for the best. Here are a few other more intricate options to consider for your charming country kitchen. Barn Board … [Read more...]
3 Things You Can Do Right Now To Save Energy In The Kitchen
Let me start off by saying that I’m a strong advocate of saving energy around my home wherever possible. To me, as consumers, we should try to do what we can in order to reduce excess, combat climate change and create a sustainable world. But I’m also a realist. I certainly have never been a fan of high horses. In this respect, I’m aware that saving energy comes in many … [Read more...]
Dreamfarm’s Onpot
Dreamfarm are an innovative company who pride themselves on being problem solvers, it is their whole purpose. They create brand new products that are funky, functional and fundamentally unique. They are an exciting and enthusiastic company that design useful products to solve real problems, problems that you may not have even been aware annoyed you until you found the solution … [Read more...]
Simply Clean
When you have young children it can be quite a task keeping up with the cleaning - who knew people so small could create so many spills and messes?! A new range of cleaning products has just been released in Australia called Simply Clean, and it makes your cleaning routine a much more hygienic and organised experience. Each item is designed for a specific purpose and is … [Read more...]
Ajax Spray n’ Wipe Easy Lift Out Wipes
As much as I love having a clean house, I don't love the actual cleaning. Anything that makes this task easier gets a yes from me. Ajax Spray 'N Wipe can be found in most households and now they have a range of muti-purpose wipes for instant spill removal. I like that these work similarly to a paper towel, but they are thicker and "wet" which makes it easier to clean. The … [Read more...]
Kenwood kMix Boutique Colour Collection
The kitchen is one part of your home that should be enjoyed, cooking is a fun way to express your creativity and even if it doesn't turn out how it is supposed to, there is always tomorrow to try something different! Traditional appliances will match your cupboards and your fridge...but do their coats match your personality? Kenwood are here to add a pop of colour … [Read more...]
Couples Who Work Together: Belinda Janes
Melbourne couple Belinda Whiting and Mark Phillips juggle their uber-successful Belinda Janes homewares shop and their equally flourishing online store ( belindajanes.com) with a busy family life that includes three young kids … and they wouldn’t change it for the world! The start of something special … At 19 years of age, Belinda Jane Whiting started selling aromatherapy … [Read more...]
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