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The Essential Benefits of Disconnecting from Screens
Life if often overwhelming and it's common knowledge that having a routine where we turn off our phones and take a break from notifications can help us maintain a better...
Read MoreHow To Remove Marks From Wooden Furniture
Have you ever had a mark like this on your wooden furniture? It can be very disheartening thinking that your family heirloom has been ruined. The good news is that...
Read MoreAugust Planting Tips with Awapuni
August is the research and planning month for gardeners and is a good time to review the successes and challenges of last season's garden and decide on any necessary adjustments...
Read MoreRed Clover Tea & Menopause
The Benefits of Red Clover Tea for Peri-Menopause and Menopause Symptoms Menopause and peri-menopause are significant phases in a woman's life, often accompanied by a variety of physical and emotional...
Read MoreCreamy Thai Buttercup Soup
This is my absolute favourite soup this winter. It's incredibly nourishing, filling and creamy, yet dairy-free! Packed full of flavour with plenty of spice and protein from the addition of...
Read MoreChamomile Oatmeal Body Scrub
This body scrub is gentle and soothing, the chamomile and lavender smell lovely and both are relaxing scents making this body scrub perfect to use at the end of the...
Read MoreEden's Box NZ
Are you finding it difficult to get regular access to fruit and vegetables that aren't laden with sprays, or overpriced and deteriorating from sitting around in the supermarket for weeks...
Read MoreNo Bake Lemon Coconut Slice
The tart sweetness of this eggless, no bake slice is naughty but very nice! Grant’s Mum Ann used to make this for us from time to time and it was...
Read MoreIt's Spud Growing Time With Wally
Have you noticed that many commercially grown potatoes from the supermarket are lacking in quality and taste? It's that time of year when there's not a lot of growing happening...
Read MoreDIY Granite Bench Top Cleaner
Granite countertops showcase some of the most beautiful stone that nature creates. If you want to keep that gorgeous granite looking great, you’ll need to clean it every now and...
Read MoreBest Tiny House NZ
Does your tiny home stand out from the rest? If you're planning on entering your home into this year's Tiny House Awards make sure your entry is in by this...
Read MoreNatalie's Winter Millet Porridge
Some of you may remember Natalie's recipe for a delicious gluten, dairy and sugar-free buckwheat porridge that we shared about this time of year, a couple of years ago (how...
Read MoreAt a Loss With Failed Weight Loss? Lisa Can Help
Maintaining a healthy weight is unfortunately not always as simple as the old 'calories in versus calories out' approach. Although dietary factors and exercise play an important role in keeping...
Read MoreHemp & Coconut Face Polish
This homemade face polish recipe is one of my all-time favourites. It leaves your skin feeling refreshed, moisturised and clean. Hemp seed oil, coconut oil, and essential oils work to...
Read MoreAre Essential Oils Are Toxic To Your Dog?
Essential oils have gained immense popularity for their therapeutic benefits, but not all of them are safe for our furry friends. Some essential oils can be toxic to dogs, leading...
Read MoreHomemade Sinus Rinse
Nasal irrigation using a neti pot or a nasal irrigation bottle (available at most chemists) promotes good sinus and nasal health and can be a life saver for allergy sufferers....
Read MoreEasy No-Knead Bread
This is the easiest no-knead bread recipe that you'll ever make, from the book Mothers Little Helper. You can easily adapt it and make sourdough loaf by substituting the dried...
Read MoreAnna's DIY Household Product Workshop
Kickstart this Plastic Free July with inspiration from the amazing Anna from The Veggie Tree by joining her homemade household workshop this Sunday 7th, 2 - 5pm. Bring along your...
Read MoreTrisha's Golden Tofu Bites
Trisha's Golden Tofu Bites combine a tasty slightly chewing/crunchy texture with savoury flavours, fried to a perfect golden brown. They have a subtle crunch on the outside while maintaining a...
Read MoreHomemade Winter Root Tonic
The cold season is notorious for triggering various illnesses, especially viral ones. When temperatures drop drastically, we often seek comfort in hot beverages like teas to warm us up. This...
Read MoreHow Safe Are Dishwasher Tablets?
Commercial dishwasher powders and tablets often contain a variety of harsh chemicals that are not only unnecessary but also harmful. These chemicals can wash down your drain, polluting water systems,...
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