Although when to start decorating for fall is subjective, fresh pumpkins are ephemeral, so knowing when to put them out so that they last until Halloween is important to save waste and make sure your fall porch ideas are looking good when the 31st October rolls around. Here, we have looked at the best times to start putting out pumpkins for the fall and Halloween seasons so that you can start decorating for fall....
Clumps of sweet peas look charming among other summer flowering plants as part of your flower bed ideas whether in cottage gardens and herbaceous borders, mixed in among edibles in vegetable gardens, or as a stalwart of a cut flower garden. Obelisks covered in these fragrant blooms could punctuate beds, a trellis backing a seating arbor becomes a fragrant summer retreat and they also look lovely intertwining a living willow arch....
Trimming boxwood bushes also encourages healthy growth of what many consider one of the best evergreen shrubs and should be carried out annually whether they’re newer additions to the backyard or more established features of the design. Here, we look at when to trim boxwood bushes so they thrive and bring the shape and structure desired to the yard. When to trim boxwood bushes While boxwood isn’t among the best fast growing hedges, it’s nevertheless important to maintain it by trimming....
Heating accounts for about 29 per cent of your utility bill, according to Energy Saver, the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) consumer resource on saving energy and using renewable energy technologies at home, so choosing the cheapest option can make a big difference to you home expenses. To help you make savings in the future, we’ve put together a guide to which type of heating is cheapest to run and asked the experts to share their knowhow....
Also known as devil’s ivy, they are suited to many rooms in a home, and, if you follow the general tips of pothos plant care, you will hopefully be rewarded with happy, healthy plants that flourish. ‘Pothos is one of my favorite houseplants because of the variety of colors available and its hardiness,’ says Emily Lawlor, owner of Happy Houseplants (opens in new tab). ‘It is one of the easiest houseplants to keep alive and thrive indoors....
Induction hobs are very smartly designed, creating a magnetic field between the hob and the pan so that only the pan will heat up and not the cooking surface. This can save you money as the hob only uses the energy required. The other positive is, of course, induction hobs are super easy to clean. The downside, however, is that not all pans work on induction hobs, so you may need to shop for new ones....
These works – Strawberry Thief, Arbutus and Cray – celebrate the simple forms of British nature, that were closely observed by William Morris when crafting his iconic prints. The bouquets depict the story of each of the prints through the carefully selected stems. See our news section for more exciting new launches The Aviary is inspired by Strawberry Thief, one of Morris & Co’s best-known designs and the most expensive in its production....
He’s widely acknowledged to have been at the leading edge of the UK and US interior design and furniture industry for almost 25 years bringing a new vision to furniture that is simultaneously unique, yet instantly familiar. The beginning Having spent six years as a market trader in the City (London’s financial district) in 1987 Julian Chichester (opens in new tab) decided he’d had enough of that lifestyle. Leaving his job, he went travelling through Asia with the idea of importing antiques, mainly from Burma (Myanmar) and Thailand....
Long before freedom of movement and residency was introduced by the Maastricht Treaty of 1992 British buyers keen to a property in Europe have stalked the Spanish costas, the Tuscan hills and the French Alps in search of the perfect holiday home. The process was just more bureaucratic. Now that we are no longer part of the Union, buyers are back to facing similar challenges – which are largely surmountable....
Where to go for original Christmas table ideas that are achievable, beautiful and timeless? We like to call in the experts. ‘Now that full scale entertaining is back on the cards, this is definitely the Christmas to go big on your tablescape,’ says Birdie, founder and creative director of Birdie Fortescue (opens in new tab), and H&G contributing editor. ‘But how do you create a show stopping table that breaks the mould yet still feels utterly festive?...
Her charity venture brings together an inspiring community of talent from the interior design field. ‘The aim is to create room makeover “havens” for accredited NHS key workers who have been working on the front line during the Covid-19 crisis,’ says Francesca, ‘These people will undoubtedly need the benefit of rest and calm in their own homes, after dealing with the emotional and physical demands of tackling the pandemic.’ With a strong social media presence, thanks to her IGTV colour clinic series, Francesca has been able to call on her design world friends and influencers to support the initiative, including Nina Campbell,Decorex and Kate Watson-Smyth of madaboutthehouse....
The former family home was transformed for a couple – whose sons recently flew the nest – into a contemporary, open property with spaces to pursue their various interests such as cooking, entertaining and cars. Perhaps one of the most interesting parts of this project was that, rather than look for another house better suited to their new lifestyle, the owners chose to completely remodel their existing home. Overall, the emphasis of the renovation was to focus on quality materials and craftsmanship as well as calm colors which would enhance the natural beauty of the property....
The interior designer’s company began work on this farmhouse-style new-build while it was still made of bare framing, studs and gravel. Now, the Long Island property is a stunning, light-filled home equipped to deal with family life effortlessly. ‘We wanted to create a home for the homeowners that is completely one-of-a-kind,’ said Teich. ‘A space that they can live in comfortably with their daughter and two dogs that still had a mix of glam and rustic charm....
See more: Enjoy a fairytale Christmas at one of London’s finest townhouse hotels Heading to the capital for some Christmas fun and festive high jinks? Celebrate the season in style at Dukes London. The quintessentially luxury British hotel is a Mayfair institution synonymous with glamour and prestige throughout the year, but it’s particularly special during the festive holiday season. This Christmas, it has something on offer for everyone – whether staying over night or popping in for fun a seasonal activity....
I’ve been following ECOVACS for a while. They’ve been at the forefront of robotic vacuum and mop combo models with the majority of their line up having these dual features. However, it is my first time getting to actually put one to the test, with the ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO N7 Robot Vacuum and Mop Cleaner arriving at my door. Immediately, I noticed just how advanced its smart home mapping system is, thanks to Lidar navigation....
If you have little or no space for outdoor herb garden ideas, then you can quickly master growing herbs indoors. Whether you want to grow a windowsill herb garden in your kitchen for use in cooking, would like to keep aromatic herbs, such as a lavender plant in your bedroom to aid sleep, or a container of scented lemon balm in the hallway to welcome in guests, this advice will help you do so successfully....
Whether you’re working on a floor in a high traffic area – such as your entryway or kitchen – or you’re looking for how to clean stone floors with a spotless finish – this expert-approved method is the secret to success. How to clean a floor without streaks – the professional way These simple cleaning tips will leave you with a streak-free floor – fast. Here’s what you need to know....
A versatile annual to grow, nasturtiums come in both bushy and climbing or trailing varieties, so are ideal for your flower bed ideas. One of the joys of gardening is being able to eat what you grow, and the vividly colored flowers of nasturtium not only deliver in the looks department, making a beautiful addition to beds or containers, but the petals, seeds and leaves are edible, too. ‘Nasturtium flowers are well known for their hot, peppery flavor in salads and work very well chopped up with capers and made into salsa verde of sorts,’ explains gardening expert and writer Alys Folwer in her book Eat What You Grow (opens in new tab)....
As the hardest to successfully light and control, our main focus is on charcoal fired grills, with or without lids. We’ve also got the lowdown on the best lighting materials, looking after those embers and what to do if things get a little too hot to handle… How to prep your grill for lighting Start by preparing both the barbecue itself, and its location. Clean out any old ash – an outdoor vacuum can help clear any air vents and minimise mess – and make sure the grill has been scrubbed, too....
Wallpaper can be used all over the home to add visual interest to any room. From lining a feature wall to making a statement on the ceiling, the sky’s the limit when it comes to how creative you can be, and removing wallpaper first if necessary can be a straightforward task. If you are new to wallpaper, the downstairs bathroom is one of the best rooms to flex your creativity....
