10 simple, yet genius up-cycling projects to do at home
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]I[/eltd_dropcaps]f lockdown has taught us anything, it’s made us look at our hobbies and interests that we can carry out in our home. If you’re anything like me, you may have felt pretty useless just sat on a computer indoors. Social media has been awesome at reminding us that there are people out there that are super crafty and creative when it comes to staying at home and keeping busy.
So, if you’re not quite prepared to get the paints out or learn the craft of knitting, here’s one that can benefit your well-being, creativity and improve your home life: the art of upcycling. You know the saying: What is seen as trash to one man, can be seen as treasure to another. However, you may not feel like sifting through second-hand stores or market stalls right now.
Summer Staples – Dress Edit
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]T[/eltd_dropcaps]he sun is coming out, which means so are the summer staples! Here are the dresses you need this summer to complete your wardrobe. These styles are more sustainable so that they last you for a few more summers to come…
Fasting, Health and Faith
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]F[/eltd_dropcaps]asting is a practice that dates back centuries and plays a big role in many cultures and religions. But what IS fasting?
Fasting is when you willfully refrain from eating for a period of time. Some people fast for religious reasons and some people fast for health reasons. There are also different types of fasting and even though there are a lot of health benefits from fasting, fasting should not be used as a weight-loss tool as this could essentially be quite dangerous. Especially if not approached correctly. Having said that, some fasting techniques (when applied correctly and safely) such as intermittent fasting, can essentially lead to healthy weight loss, but there are ways to approach this in a safe way.
The Best Wine Delivery Services
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]T[/eltd_dropcaps]hings are returning to a new normal, but not all of us are quite ready to pop to the pub just yet.
With lockdown laws eased and hospitality back in business, the majority of restaurants, bars and pubs have made the decision to open their doors once again. However, a number of us aren’t quite ready to return to some kind of normal, remaining indoors for a couple more weekends just to be sure.
So, we’ve created a list of the best wine delivery services across the UK – it was a tough job, but somebody needed to do it. Offering such simple and satisfying services, we’ll certainly be using them way past lockdown to get our weekend wine fix!
F**K THE FILTERS
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]W[/eltd_dropcaps]hen was the last time you scrolled through your Instagram feed and honestly felt good about yourself? Don’t get me wrong, I love ogling Bella Hadid’s bikini pics as much as the next person, but let’s be honest – the way she looks is pretty unattainable for those of us who are quite partial to a Krispy Kreme or two (or five, or six…).
Upon discovering that I was averaging a shocking five hours and twelve minutes (I KNOW?!) a day scrolling through the addictive app, I decided it was time to cultivate a more realistic feed. If I was going to spend that long staring at other people, why not make sure they were making me feel good? Of course, I’m still admiring Emily Ratajkowski and Hailey Bieber’s chiselled abs from afar, but I’m quick to remind myself that there are millions of others whose thighs are just as squishy as mine. So, here are some of my favourite people to follow for a much-needed, daily dose of self-love:
The Benefits of Tamanu Oil
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]T[/eltd_dropcaps]here seems to be new trending ingredients popping-up in skincare all the time; some are natural, some are manmade. Though something which unifies them in similarity is the common focus on aiming to improve the appearance of skin which has either aged or been damaged by both environmental and physical external factors.
Within the last 3 years or so, the K-beauty market has begun to rekindle the appreciation of homegrown ingredients native to Korea itself or South Asia in general. This involves resurfacing ancient natural remedies, which are indeed trustworthy and safe for use; this of course excludes herbal remedies or some aspects of Hanbang (Korean Traditional Medicine/Therapy), which have since been debunked of being beneficial.
Tips to Tackle Your Hangover
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]A[/eltd_dropcaps]s lockdown rules are easing and bottomless brunches are back in full swing, a lot of us are suffering the effects of one too many G&T’s on a Friday night, after many weeks of being out of practice. Although we cannot promise to fix the post-night-out beer fear or the 2 am pictures on your camera roll you cannot remember, here are some hangover tips to help you feel slightly more human the morning after.
8 Activities You Can Enjoy at Home This Summer
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]A[/eltd_dropcaps]fter months on end of staying at home, it can seem a little scary when it comes to venturing out again. The UK is slowing coming to terms with a new normal across socialising, dining out, holidays and schools, but it’s easier for some to adapt to than others.
If you’re feeling like you wish to take it slow, that’s totally acceptable. It’s the British Summer season and there is plenty you can enjoy doing at home while the lighter days are here, and the warmer weather is in tow.
Of course, if you have children, it can be slightly harder as little ones need a lot of entertaining and sometimes, the things you have at home don’t seem to quite cut it. Here, we’ve put together 10 activities that are worth adding to your ‘to do’ list for the upcoming weeks, especially if you’re running out of fun ideas yourself. Each one is adaptable to do on your own, as a couple, or as a family.
Now You’re Speaking My [Love] Language
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]E[/eltd_dropcaps]veryone experiences love differently, but the key to building and bettering a relationship is to understand how best to show affection.
The concept of love languages was first discussed by Gary Chapman, Ph.D, in 1995, and was borne out of his experiences as a relationship counsellor. These five ‘languages’ outline different ways of expressing and receiving love and include:
A Facialist’s Skin Routine
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]H[/eltd_dropcaps]ave you ever wondered how the experts look after their skin? Meet Victoria Partridge-Brown, renowned for her honest and down to earth approach as a Facial Specialist and Beauty Therapist. She has over 19 years’ experience in the industry and a dedicated following from all over Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties, that flock to benefit from her healing hands! Working from her salon and secret retreat ‘The Lavender Room’, Victoria brings bespoke and meticulous facial treatments to people who feel lost in the overwhelming world of beauty counters & salons. Here she tells us the secret to glowing skin and what products really deliver…