It’s not difficult to grow your own lettuce from seed and it doesn’t take long for them to grow. In fact, get it right and you can have a fresh supply all summer long. Below, we tell you how to grow lettuce, and how to plant and care for iceberg lettuce and other varieties, so that you can add it to your list of kitchen garden ideas. How long does it take to grow lettuce?...
While plenty of florists can create them from scratch have you every considered making your own? Check out these top designers’ Christmas table ideas (opens in new tab) According to a survey by online florist Serenata Flowers (opens in new tab), flower arranging is in the top five list of new skills women would love to learn and there’s no better time than in the run up to the holidays to take on a new challenge....
Once you’ve invested in the best Instant Pot, there is no limit to what you can do with it. When testing I made bolognese sauce, potato wedges, and a whole roast chicken, using many of the 11 cooking modes available with this machine. Not all Instant Pots come with an air fryer lid, but it came in particularly handy when making roast chicken because I could pressure cook and then air fry the chicken for crispy skin and juicy meat in under an hour....
Alongside his ever-emerging status in the SoCal design scene, Jake Arnold is known for co-founding The Expert, a platform that allows for one-to-one interior design tips with some of the most recognized names in the industry. However, it was in his discussion with our Editorial Director, Sarah Spiteri, that Jake Arnold revealed his own decorating ideas – including the correct way to combine colors in your space. In the live discussion for London Design Week (opens in new tab), Jake revealed what you need to remember when experimenting with bold color in your space – to create a perfectly balanced statement....
The Hunger Games and Silver Linings Playbook actress reportedly purchased the home for $15.45 million back in August 2016, and listed it for $15.45 million in July 2019. According to Top Ten Real Estate Deals, it underwent two price cuts before the property was sold – and was priced at $12 million when it eventually went for $9.9 million. However, this is prime real estate. The apartment, which has tons of living space and a huge terrace outdoors, has extraordinary views of New York city....
The Hollywood hit-maker has been behind movies like Top Gun, Crimson Tide, Pearl Harbour and Beverly Hills Cop and, in July 2003, was honoured by Variety as the the first producer in Hollywood history to produce the top two highest-grossing films of a single weekend, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl and Bad Boys II. See: World’s best homes – explore the most luxurious houses across the globe His spectacular Miami penthouse is centrally located at Il Villaggio in the heart of Miami Beach, and combines European chic with serious Miami cool....
With 4,000-square-foot of living space and spread over three storeys, the property boasts an amazing wrap-around terrace overlooking the East River. It’s a space that has become part of Lennon folklore, as we will touch on later. Buying it would surely be a (#9) dream for Beatles fan. See more of the World’s Best Homes on our dedicated page Exterior John Lennon was famously married to Yoko Ono from the late 1960s until his death in 1980....
The singer owned the home from 2003 to 2017 and it boasts a Tulum-worthy modern rustic aesthetic. The compound has an organic, smooth appeal thanks to its contemporary Venetian plaster walls, and warmth and texture are added with rustic reclaimed timber stools, wooden flooring, fluffy rugs, and house plants. All of the rooms offer unobstructed views over Downtown LA all the way to the ocean. The living room ideas are perfect for a performer, with a piano nestled next to the cozy linen sofas....
Available May 7th, this exclusive collection was thoughtfully designed to make our meals easy, attainable, and fun. From eco-friendly items to the best kitchen knives, the PrepOn (opens in new tab)collection is the one-and-only collaboration you’ll need to master the art of cooking – and we can’t get enough of these five items. 1. Update your knife collection by selecting this steel Santoku 2. Replace plastic bags with this eco-friendly choice 3....
This is not the first time the actor has purchased one of his neighbor’s properties (that qualifies as one of the world’s best homes), and it does not come without a notable history. Leonardo previously fell out with his next-door neighbors (the home’s former owners) amid building a basketball court on his land. According to Dirt (opens in new tab), the elderly couple, Ron and Joan Linclau, filed a lawsuit that accused the Great Gatsby actor of negligence....
The home, called Elderwood Manor, was built in 1837 as part of the Church of England’s estate, and has a history of housing education and music. It sits within three acres of glorious grounds with croquet and bowls lawns, as well as a secret garden and wildflower meadow. Sympathetic to the house’s history through every aspect of the restoration, vaulted ceilings, original 19th century tile floors and enormous windows were carefully considered within its new contemporary guise to offer pure indulgence, while a nature-inspired colour palette invites serenity and peace....
In the educational episode of her new show, Martha Gets Down and Dirty (opens in new tab), Martha shared vegetable garden ideas from her greenhouse, where she is growing a selection of edible delights. However, Martha explains that these veggies are only delectable because she removed the ‘bolted’ veg, which would hinder the rest of the crop. When a vegetable has ‘bolted,’ they have flowered prematurely, and, though they are not dangerous to consume, they will taste bitter and much less appetizing....
If you are wondering what to plant in September, it may be a good idea to look around your garden before you buy new. From roses to berries, taking cuttings from plants and propagating is an easy, sustainable way to make your planting scheme even richer and denser. In a recent blog (opens in new tab) post, Monty gives his top tips for taking fall cuttings successfully. 1. Always take cutting from your best existing plant Cuttings are well worth the effort because they’re the perfect opportunity to reproduce exactly your best plants....
Buying a new bed is a big decision, especially for period homeowners looking for a design that is well-made, comfortable and complements their interior style So, the Period Living team has hand-picked six beautiful designs, which are all made in Britain using time-honored methods of craftsmanship enhanced by the latest technology. The beds are guaranteed to last a lifetime, and are destined to become heirloom pieces. Plus, for a limited time, you can save £250 when you spend £1,000 – simply use code ‘period living’ at the checkout....
Sanderson has joined forces with Wallgarden, creators of beautifully bespoke crafted playhouses to create an impactful installation at this year’s show. See our news section for more expert interiors tips, product launches, and luxury travel and property updates The garden created by Multi Award winning designer Sarah Eberle, will feature two playhouses creating a town and country theme reflected not only in the garden but in interiors. The ‘Hampshire Cottage’ playhouse presents the rural idyll....
HOW TO MAXIMISE YOUR GARDEN Benji Lewis, the interior designer behind Zoom That Room (opens in new tab), offers easy tips that can transform a dull alfresco space into your very own enviable secret garden. Make these small adjustments, then sit back, relax and enjoy your little slice of the great outdoors long into the autumn. ZONE YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE Whatever size your garden space is, try and have different seat settings in your garden – soft seating and a dining area....
‘Framing sustainable home and community features front and center when putting the property to market - albeit with smart technology integration and making use of natural resources – is a sure-fire way to captivate the attention of buyers,’ says homestager Kirsty Fisher, business development manager at home-staging company Lemon & Lime Interiors (opens in new tab). In a survey for home insurance company Aviva (opens in new tab), two thirds of homebuyers say they would consider buying an eco-house or sustainably-built home, with almost a quarter of this group of people saying it would actually be a priority for them....
To make that difficult choice easier, the researchers at Heal’s have compiled a list of the most Instagrammable rugs based on popularity. Home accessories buyer Emily Dunstan offers her top tips to Homes & Gardens on the most popular rug choices, and how they tie everything together beautifully, and fit in with the top interior design trends. 1. Persian Knowing how to choose a rug step one is picking a style that mirrors your decor scheme....
What buyers want from a home is a feeling of spaciousness and joyfulness – they want to imagine they’ll be happy living there. When used in small spaces or north-facing homes, white can have the opposite effect, making rooms look even smaller and clinical, say house-selling experts. So, we asked interior designers and a color psychologist what color delivers happiness and spaciousness – and… it’s blue – in its many tones, hues and shades....
We’ve asked real estate experts with local North Carolina knowledge to give top tips on how to buy a house – and where to head to if the state’s pristine white sands are what you desire. 1. The best place to buy a beach house in North Carolina: Outer Banks Hard-to-get-to-locations often have an air of exclusivity about them, and this is definitely true of the beautiful Outer Banks. Reid Hogan (opens in new tab), a commercial real estate broker, mortgage loan originator, and developer, has more than thirty years of experience in the industry, explains that ‘most of North Carolina’s coast is made up of barrier islands....
