Make your own advent calendar(sorry this a bit late but there’s still time even if you have one already)
you will need
2 pieces of A3 (or even better A2)paper – scrap paper is fine.1 piece A3 (or A2) blank paper or festive pictures to make a collage2 pieces A4 scrap paper for drawing onScissorsGlueTapepens, crayons etcRulercraft More…
Posts Tagged ‘money saving tips’
Advent calendar
Monday, November 30th, 2009Have You Finished Your Night Time Fires?
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009I have no central heating in my cottage, but I do have a nice stove in the living room (cast iron fire thingie with a flat top I can cook on and leaven my bread).
Last night was a bit touch and go, but tonight, we’ve got no fire on and it’s fairly tollerable!
We do have More…
Review: The Interflush – (a flush inhibitor)
Friday, March 6th, 2009Some years ago, I watched passionate inventor David Wilkes demonstrate an innovative product to a pack of Dragons in their Den. It was a flush inhibitor called the Interflush and it could save up to 47% of our daily water use.
Recently, it earned a place in Julia Hailes’ ‘New Green Consumer Guide,’ More…
We’re Getting More Creative in the Credit Crunch!
Friday, March 6th, 2009As belts are tied even tighter, millions admit to becoming more resourceful and crafty.
According to a new report, 80% of British consumers admit to releasing their creative flair in light of the economic downturn, seeking alternative means of stretching the pound through arts, crafts and do-it-yourself-style activities.
One in four has converted their home into More…
5 Great Reasons to Bake Your Own Bread
Friday, March 6th, 2009I teach breadmaking at a local eco-educational centre called The Magdalen Project in Somerset and it’s always so heartwarming when people realise, it’s a piece of cake to make!
Here are my top 5 reasons why you should give it a go – happy bakin’.
1. You know exactly what’s in it!
You’re the More…
My Divine Beetroot Plaits
Friday, March 6th, 2009I’ve been inspired by the ever-increasing number of readers I have of the other recipes here on the NC article site and I thought I’d post another of my favourites for you to play with.
It’s another bread recipe, fabulously simple and incredibly impressive and of course, anything you create from fresh in the bakery department More…
Essentially, Oil You Need to Know
Friday, March 6th, 2009Sorry, I couldn’t resist the pun…
Essential oils have been used for centuries; the Egyptians favoured them for all sorts of things including cleansing and preserving the bodies and organs of their Pharaohs and dignitaries, but I use them for slightly less exotic cleaning jobs, like freshening up the downstairs loo (giving the bowl a wip More…
You Great Knit
Friday, March 6th, 2009Where is your Nan when you need her most?
Unfortunately, my lovely Nan passed away many years ago, but I remember her voice, laughter and cuddles like she was here only yesterday.
She taught me so much; how to be patient, how to cook, how to grow a few things in the garden, how to enjoy your More…
How To Get Started With Composting
Friday, March 6th, 2009Recently, I featured a piece by horticultural expert, lecturer and all round nice bloke, Phil Gamble…
Today Phil explains the rudimentary basics of composting, how it works and what it does.
"This is the perfect time to get a compost heap going. There are so many delicious winter vegetables to fill up your plates and here’s More…
How Do You Organise a Clothes Swap Party?
Friday, March 6th, 2009Need a new LBD but money’s too tight to mention?
Then take my rubbish advice and squeeze in a quick Clothes Swap Party!
I was chatting to a batty friend over the weekend who informed me that she had a spring ball coming up soon (like ya do) and that she had ‘absolutely nothing to wear sweetie!’
Now More…
