Save to My Nest Even though lockdown has been relaxed, there are still some of us who’d prefer a night in with the TV rather than a night out. Two great series to binge watch – not easy watches but good ones… First up is I May Destroy You – a a British comedy-drama television series created, …
Save to My Nest Desk dividers that can help with social distancing coming soon to a desk near you? Juliet Bawden investigates… I was recently sent some information by a company called Tektura Wallcoverings who make contract wall coverings and screens. As they say in their brochure ‘We work with manufacturers who create stunning products, …
Save to My Nest Bert & May’s new Artisanal collection is inspired by Mediterranean skies, crystalline turquoise waters and local Spanish flora. The collection includes three striking new designs in a carefully curated, Spanish-inspired palette, with patterns reminiscent of reclaimed pieces and graphic motifs which take cues from Southern Spain’s natural beauty. Each pattern has …
Save to My Nest Wondering what to do with all of those avocado stones and onion skins? Then wonder no more. Start dyeing your own fabrics… As we enter into our fourth week in isolation and continue to adjust to these changes, I hope that you and your loved ones are staying healthy, safe and …
Save to My Nest After last week’s heatwave, this makes for very interesting reading from international skin expert Laura Schirmer. 90% of ageing is caused by sun exposure. Yes, ninety percent! The remaining 10% of ageing stems from simply growing older. We come face to face with UV radiation everyday. In rain, clouds, or shine, …
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Save to My Nest Next up in Richard Winter’s series of travelogues – Botswana. Make a cuppa and read on… “Is that frost?” My arm stretched out between the zips of the tent and touched the cold red sand. The clear surface shattered into a dozen tiny sharp icy white pieces. It was June in …
Save to My Nest Our North East contributor Ivor Robinson explains his fascination with photographing the sky. “I like shots from the air, many, many moons ago when I was very much younger, but fully engrossed in my work, which was ground breaking at the time – building huge oil platforms and moving large heavy …
Save to My Nest This is quite possibly the best chocolate cake you will ever taste. Thank you neighbour Cherry for the recipe! INGREDIENTS 100gms pecan halves or hazlenuts 100gms plain flour 1 teasp baking powder !/2 teasp bicarb of soda 75gms dark chocolate 2 tblsp cocoa powder 200gms light brown sugar 100ml hot black …
Save to My Nest Cole & Son produce some of the most exciting and original wallpapers on sale today and here we show you their latest exquisite range. From the breath-taking blend of Mudéjar architecture and art, the fragrant flora and diverse fauna, to the percussive strumming of guitarists accompanying passion-filled flamenco dancers resounding through …
Save to My Nest In the latest in her Meet the Maker series, Juliet Bawden meets the Restored 4 U designer Ildiko Hovath who is Hungarian by birth but now living in Canada and is one of Annie Sloan’s painters in residence. JB Did you go to art school originally and if so where and …
