However, although the best portable blenders may size things down, they can still be used in many of the same ways our selection of the more traditional countertop blenders can, with the only difference being that they’ll produce a smaller portion size. We’ve talked to Homes & Gardens’ Reviews Editor to discover the capabilities of these mini marvels to answer the question: what can you blend in a portable blender?...
From items that’ll streamline meal prep to cozy pieces to cuddle up with once the cold weather formally arrives, and of course, tons of holiday gift inspiration, our curated editor’s picks showcase items that have our discerning stamp of approval. Try them for yourselves, or gift them to your loved ones. The best time to snag these products is when they’re on sale, which won’t last long! The Prime Day Early Access Sale ends Oct....
Nothing quite beats a home-grown strawberry, and as they are simple to plant and look after, growing these tasty fruits is a great way of getting children interested in gardening. A crucial factor in how to grow strawberries is knowing when to plant strawberry varieties to suit your local climate and growing conditions. Get it right, and you could be picking your own within a matter of months. When to plant strawberries Strawberry plants, depending on the type, are generally planted out in spring when the soil becomes workable, or at the end of the growing season in fall....
THE SOURCEBOOK: LOFT CONVERSIONS JOHN CULLEN LIGHTING – BEST FOR LIGHTING This store’s design service can help with awkward spaces, from lighting ‘shadow gaps’ at ceiling height to creating the perfect mood lighting, johncullenlighting.com. ELEMENT 7 – BEST FOR FLOORING Contact Element 7 for bespoke flooring designs in materials from wood to leather, and ask for advice on laying the correct sub-floor and noise reduction, element7.co.uk. NEATSMITH – BEST FOR CABINETRY Bespoke wardrobes, including walk-in rooms, with everything from the cabinetry and doors to built-in lighting and space-saving clothes rails, neatsmith....
But that’s what happened this summer – and it completely transformed the bedroom ideas in our home. My husband and I – along with our two teenagers – took a trip to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, and then on to a Swedish summerhouse on the Stockholm archipelago. While the contemporary city apartment and the traditional holiday cottage couldn’t have been more different in style and design, they did have one thing in common....
‘The brief was to design an open-plan social space that remained in keeping with the era of the property,’ said Alex Main, Director of The Main Company. ‘To achieve this we installed a large kitchen island with additional breakfast bar seating and kept the décor light and airy.’ As part of this full property renovation in rural Sussex, The Main Company were charged with creating kitchen ideas for an open-plan space that would serve as the family’s communal hub....
So, if you are planning a new room, and lack a little confidence with your color scheming, let us introduce you to the 60-30-10 rule – use it in interior design and you can’t go wrong. What is the 60-30-10 rule? Simply put, the 60-30-10 rule a decorating trick that allows you to put a balanced color scheme together more easily. 60 represents 60% and is the main color you are using in the room, and is usually seen on the largest space: the walls....
The property features spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, the Newport Harbor entrance, and the surfer haven known as ‘The Wedge’. The homeowners loved the home and area so much that later on, when the neighbouring lot became available for purchase, they made the quick decision to purchase and build upon their dream home. Instead of building to the maximum allowed square footage as the majority of the homes in the neighborhood have done, they elected to use the new lot as a guest house and in turn add in a large pool and entertainment space for all of their guests....
The ranges include the nature-inspired Organics: Flower & Twig; the Katie, a geometric pattern celebrating Sevillian architecture; and the star-struck Luna Fennel and Luna Sapphire, new additions to the brand’s most popular range. There was also new reclaimed tiles paired with pastel colours for a fresh new colour story. Keep in-the-know on new launches and events with our news section Renowned for its raw, honest materials and fine craftsmanship, Bert & May is an excellent source for reclaimed tiles and timbers in the UK....
A good travel pillow isn’t usually the one you panic buy at the airport or in a service station halfway through a long drive. It should be a design that suits how you like to sleep, whether you’ve got a particularly heavy head, or are prone to lolling forward when you do nod off. The best travel pillows need to be everything that your favorite pillow is at home, and more....
The 6,300-square-foot estate utilizes its long and narrow design by blurring its indoor and outdoor living spaces – from the open-plan living room to the retracting glass wall that overlooks the saltwater pool. These quirks make the property one of the most stylish in California – and one of the world’s best homes. Singer Camila Cabello, who was a member of the band Fifth Harmony before launching her solo career, paid around $3....
The King Street home directly overlooks Covent Garden’s famed piazza, the first modern square in the English capital – a view that would be the envy of some of the world’s best homes. Dating back to 1630, the piazza is nowadays home to street performers, luxury shopping destinations, high-end restaurants and the Royal Opera House. ‘Our brief was to create a space that reflected the listed status of the building, the cultural heritage of the location and yet in-keeping with the archetypal Covent Garden resident,’ said Co-Founder and Creative Director Rosie Ward....
Homes & Gardens Interior Designer of the Year 2021, Adam has been ‘training’ his interior design clients for over 25 years now, beginning his career in antiques at age 16 and eventually opening his own antiques store in Notting Hill in London. Style ethos His entrée into interior design was via a regular client who asked him to advise on paint colors for her house in Little Venice. ‘I think she was at a bit of a loss,’ he says, with typical wry self-deprecation....
Use them to store everything from spaghetti to gluten-free granola – and even your market-fresh fruit and veg. Whether you are looking for dried food storage to go inside your cupboards, fresh food storage for your refrigerator, or you want to display your food on open shelving, there’s a good-looking container to shop. Keep scrolling for our John Lewis kitchen storage ideas and edit of the best sustainable buys for your home – and US readers, you can keep scrolling down for finds from Macy’s, too....
We’ve taken a look at the full range of eco-friendly home improvement options so you can find out how to make your house greener – including eco heating and cooling choices, solar panels, rainwater harvesting, green rooves, and the sustainable choices you can make when it comes to everything from furniture to lighting. Read on for the lowdown and make the changes that will green up your home, and reduce your energy bills....
When Alaskan-native Carlos Boozer signed with the Utah Jazz in 2004 for big money, he wanted a home in the sun and bought a stunning Southern California tennis estate, decorating it with the very best high-end furnishings. SeeBen Affleck’s luxury country home is a masterclass in classic Southern style His music idol, Prince, then offered him $95,000 per month for a one-year lease and soon moved in. A couple of months later when Boozer was back in LA, he discovered that Prince had changed almost everything about his house....
However, interior designer Emily Henderson goes against the grain. We recently sat down with the interior design professional as part of her work with PRESS Premium Alcohol Seltzer (opens in new tab) – and during our conversation, she revealed what you should – and shouldn’t – be spending your money on when it comes to interior design. ‘You should splurge on the thing – the conversation piece – that takes your house to another level,’ says Emily....
For many years, white kitchens have dominated our homes – and for good reason: they are easy to live with, timeless and promote light-reflection and calm in what can be a busy (chaotic?) space. Green, on the other hand, is a difficult shade to design with – and you can easily get key elements of the design drastically wrong. So, we have gathered together five of our favorite green kitchen ideas, each with a different approach to the use of green to demonstrate how to get it right....
The taste of the homegrown fruit far exceeds that of any you will buy at the grocery store. Ripened on the vine, your own crop will be positively bursting with sweetness and flavor. Spring is the perfect time to start growing tomatoes from seed, and with a huge variety to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice. So use this simple guide to grow tomatoes effortlessly – and add them to the list of mouth-watering kitchen garden ideas you’re writing....
With these expert cleaning tips, naturally. This is how to clean a window without streaks, the professional way. How to clean a window without streaks Whether you’re cleaning a living room or another area of your home, cleaning windows is an important element of the task. For a sparkling, streak-free glass to complement your window treatment ideas, window experts at Hillarys (opens in new tab) recommend starting by removing these and cleaning curtains and cleaning blinds alongside your glass....
