DIY Gone Wrong
Last summer my dear husband decided to put the kids cubby house on legs so he could make a sandpit underneath where they could happily make sandcastles in the shade.
As my husbands attempts at DIY in the past have shown him to be totally useless in most areas of DIY I had already decided I would have...
Vertical Gardening
Even if you have a tiny space for your backyard, it’s still possible to have a flourishing garden. Designed to grow up (and up and up!) instead of out, vertical gardens add shade to your yard while being space effective. They can also block out undesirable scenery and add privacy to your home....
Your Own Herb Garden
There’s something satisfying about being able to put fresh herbs into whatever you’re cooking. Sure, the supermarket variety isn’t bad and if you buy concentrated herbs in a tube they last longer, but they won’t have that same, crisp taste as fresh herbs you have grown yourself.
Even if you’ve...
Sights of London
Posted by Rebecca in Travel on April 28, 2008 | No Comments
There’s a lot to see and do in London. The city has a lot of history behind it. – the recorded history goes back over 2000 years, and there’s still more before that. The tower of London, Big Ben, Buckingham and Kensington Palaces, Westminster Abbey and the Crown Jewels are just a few of the...
Reducing Jetlag
You’re in a foreign country, ready to see the sights and be a tourist… until jetlag strikes, that is, and you manage to waste a day or two because you can’t keep your eyes open after the long flight across time zones.
Living in Australia means that there aren’t too many international destinations...
Creating Perfume
Posted by Rebecca in Pampering on April 28, 2008 | No Comments
Have you ever had someone walk by you in the street and a moment later smelt a wonderful waft of scent trail by in their wake? Chances are you have and you’ve thought ‘I wonder where I can find a perfume like that?’ Even if you do track down the scent, though, it might not smell the way it did...
Pampered High Flying
We’ve all heard the saying ‘time is money’, and we all know how much time is spent waiting at airports, even without your flight being delayed. So how much is your time worth? Enough to hire your own private jet?
Imagine flying first class to Paris before being chauffeured first class to a waiting...
Fashion Tips For 30-Plus
You’ve just reached your thirties and you’re ready to put down the colourful bangles and gaudy jewellery you used to wear when you were twenty, but that doesn’t mean you should be in a fashion drought! There are still some great things out there made just for you.
Your thirties are when you should...
Stop the Stress
Sometimes it all just gets too much. Life, kids, your job and the act of juggling it all can lead you down the road of crankiness, headaches and a general lacklustre feeling. But life doesn’t have to be that hard, or that stressful. It’s all about your outlook. Here are some tips for living life...
Interior Designing For You
Your home is extremely important – it’s the place you can escape to after work, it’s what your friends see that reflects you and it’s where you can relax and be yourself. These are just a few reasons why you should make your home’s interior uniquely you.
An interior makeover doesn’t...
Blind Dating
First dates can be bad enough; but what about if you’ve never met your date before? The realm of blind dating is not for the faint hearted but it can be fun. It’s a great way to meet new people and there are stories about people meeting their future husband/wives on a blind date! So how do you...
How to Get Smouldering, Sultry Eyes Using the Power of Makeup
Smoky, sultry eyes are currently a hot trend in the fashion world. When eyes are sultry and smoky it helps to enhance eye colour and accentuates the eyes, one of your most important features. The look of sultry eyes can be very alluring when worn with a black dress for an evening out on the town. You...
Customised Flower Pots: How to Produce a Complete Work of Art!
Posted by A Pampered Life in Entertainment, Fun Stuff, Gardening, Home & Garden on April 28, 2008 | No Comments
Potted plants are a great way of brightening up a space and are especially useful for those of us for whom space is an issue. They can give us the opportunity to try our hand at horticulture without the need for a garden. Whether it’s a small patio, balcony, or even just a window ledge, a pot full...
Italy’s Beauty Treatments
Italy presents an enchanting panorama of beauty on virtually every inch of its soil.
A well-known tradition from the past has been kept alive in this captivating country as well. Catering to the beauty needs of its inhabitants and visitors alike, Italy is home to numerous beauty farms and day spas.
From...
Relax at Casa Valerie in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Casa Valerie is a luxurious private villa that is perfect for couples wanting to enjoy some relaxing time together. It’s excellent for romantic occasions like honeymoons and anniversaries and is the perfect place if you are looking for a luxury getaway.
This beautiful villa is in a wonderful location...
The Heady Scents of Italian Perfumes
Posted by A Pampered Life in Pampering on April 27, 2008 | No Comments
Many famous Italian designers have introduced exquisite perfumes and colognes for casual, everyday use or evening wear. Exceptional fragrances that emit delicate notes offering a sensual experience are manufactured by an assortment of different designers, each with their own classic style.
D & G...
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