Your August gardening guide: What to sow, harvest and prune
Spring is knocking on winter’s door so it’s time to do a bit of soil prep, pruning and veggie planting in anticipation of the warmer months Chores to consider for August gardening The last month of...
View ArticleHow to organise a fridge: 4 tips for storing your food
Cancel food waste and save big bucks by following these expert tips for an organised fridge and freezer These days, a trip to the supermarket is a recipe for heart palpitations, yet many of us are...
View ArticleThe berry best tips for growing strawberries at home
A gardening guru gives her top tips for growing your favourite summer fruit Synonymous with summer desserts, strawberries are a sweet addition to any garden. Of course, as a non-native plant,...
View ArticleOne kitchen, four ways: How to add colour to your neutral kitchen
We’ve taken one white, neutral kitchen and styled it up. Behold, the difference a pop of colour makes Clean slate: The neutral kitchen as a blank canvas An all-white kitchen is like a nude mani-pedi –...
View ArticleThe man behind the robe: Hommey founder Justin Kestelman’s tumble into soft...
Cosy cushions, throws, towels and blankets? Ironically, they were once out of Justin’s comfort zone. Justin Kestelman’s indecision over decor for his new apartment sparked the idea for Hommey There’s...
View ArticleThe best Raglan accommodation for a weekend getaway
Wax up your surfboard and head to Raglan – we’ve found the best accommodation for a weekend escape Akatea Hill Cabin, from $315 per night, at Airbnb (book here) Nestled on Aotearoa New Zealand’s rugged...
View ArticleThe Flip Side: How to find the right house to flip
Real estate agents might say it’s all about the location, but how do you know when you’ve found the right house to do up? While the potential profit of buying and restoring a house, then swiftly...
View ArticleThese cleaning tips will give your second-hand furniture a lease new on life
Whether it’s wood, cane, fabric or leather, give your secondhand finds a sparkling new lease of life with these cleaning tips and tricks Vintage furniture can sometimes need a little TLC before it’s...
View Article8 fast-growing climbing plants anyone can grow, and quickly
The best kind of creepy crawlies to find in your garden Climbing plants serve multiple purposes in gardens, enhancing aesthetics while providing practical benefits like privacy or camouflage. These...
View ArticleThe Flip Side: The advantages to house flipping and how to finance it
If you’re looking to flip a house, but unsure about the steps, you’ve come to the right place How hard can it be? We’ve all heard of people buying a home in need of some TLC at the right price,...
View ArticleHow to grow and care for cherry tomatoes
These juicy gems are ideal for beginners, busy people and small gardens Cherry tomatoes exemplify all the benefits of homegrown food: they’re fresh, tasty and nutritious. And when you have more than...
View ArticleHow to grow passionfruit for the sweet taste of summer
The taste of summer, right in your backyard A fast-growing climbing vine, passionfruit is one of the best gifts you can give your garden. Passionfruit is evergreen – meaning the vine grows year-round –...
View ArticleHidden gems: A guide to New Zealand’s best second-hand furniture stores
The world of secondhand furniture is a vast maze of treasures and trinkets Photographer: John Paul Urizar In an age where sustainability and individuality are becoming increasingly significant in home...
View ArticleClean slate: How to spring clean your home
It’s spring cleaning time! Here’s the best spring cleaning tips to give your house a thorough refresh to usher in a new season Photography: Alana Landsberry Styling: Nonci Nyoni The benefits of spring...
View Article6 things to do to welcome in Spring
Welcome the sunny days of spring with a spot of cleaning and some home beautification Spring is here, and even though we might not have the warmer temperatures yet, I still feel inclined to throw open...
View Article10 habits that ring true for insanely tidy people
How many of these tidy habits can you tick off? The secret to a clean, organised home? It’s not magic. It’s being a tidy person – not just every so often, like when friends and family come over or your...
View Article10 ways to save time doing laundry
Save time doing laundry so you can do more of what you love Photographer: Kristina Soljo Most of us spend hours washing, drying and folding laundry every single week – often, doing one, two, or even...
View ArticleSpring flowers: which ones to plant in September
All the things you need to check off your list for a flowery spring Marigolds are a natural pest deterrent – perfect for a sustainable garden in spring. Spring is the ideal time to plant colourful...
View ArticleDIY: How to update your lampshade with wallpaper
With just a bit of wallpaper, you can upgrade a lampshade and personalise it to your spaceThe lower half of the wall is painted in Resene SpaceCote Flat in Resene Swamp and the upper half is painted in...
View ArticleThe first 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist gave her rental a...
A murky green-black shade adds a chic touch to this Taranaki rental Suzanne Churchill was over the moon when her landlord gave her the green light for a transformative paint job. “We love our rental...
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