Ensure you have a great night sleep with these simple rituals
Gentle night rituals that will help send you off to better sleep tonight Sleep is a beautiful yet sometimes elusive thing. We’re supposed to spend a third of our lives doing it, so why do so many of us...
View ArticleHow to choose the best outdoor furniture for your space
Design and durability go hand in hand when setting up outdoor furniture Photographer: Claire Takacs Finding the right outdoor furniture can be a challenge – and that’s because it’s personal. For some,...
View Article11 Elf on the Shelf ideas the kids will love
Elf on the Shelf is an entertaining way to count down to Christmas (and keep the kids behaving) Elfie the Naughty Elf toy, available from Spotlight and Amazon It’s hard to say whether Elf on the Shelf...
View ArticleThe second 2024 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist creates a stunning...
A colourful Nelson home stands out on a character-filled street When Bonnie Slade and Jason Callister moved into their “1980s fibre cement board box” home on a heritage street in Nelson, they knew they...
View Article8 creative ways to make gifting a voucher more exciting
Creative ways to present a gift voucher One of the certainties of Christmas is that you’ll either give or receive at least one voucher. So, how do you wrap your gift card with wrapping paper or other...
View Article10 alternative Christmas trees that bring in the festive cheer
If a real tree isn’t available to you this year, try one of these alternative Christmas trees to bring in the festive cheer Christmas is fast approaching, and if you’re considering not going down the...
View ArticleWhere to buy a real Christmas tree in Auckland
There’s something extraordinary about bringing in a piece of nature to celebrate the festive season Photographer: Nikole Ramsay There’s no better holiday tradition than displaying a real Christmas tree...
View ArticleInspector Gadget: Our editor reviews the new Sunbeam dehydrator
Dried vegetables and cocktail garnishes await with this nifty food dehydrator from SunbeamThe Sunbeam food dehydrator takes 8-10 hours to dry orange slices, which have a myriad of uses. Tell us, which...
View ArticleThis DIY expert shares her tips for a colourful, laidback Christmas
Settling into her Eastbourne house, Your Home and Garden DIY queen Nikki Kettle shares her mantra for a stress-free festive season Harper and Jude decorated the tree this year, with most ornaments from...
View ArticleHow to add a sense of whimsical charm to your Christmas
Make your decorating a celebration of rebirth and hope with an abundance of greenery Consider these Christmas decorating ideas to create simple yet sophisticated decor If you’re looking for a Christmas...
View ArticleJ’aime les Macarons: Bridget O’Sullivan shares the sweet secrets behind her...
Lauded for her exquisite French treats, Bridget O’Sullivan is now delivering a sweet taste of Italy Bridget started small by selling her macarons at a farmers’ market stall and quickly became known for...
View ArticleGet cracking: Whip up a larger-than-life nutcracker for the festive season
Why not have a nutcracker standing guard to greet guests this Christmas Photographer: Anna Briggs Making a DIY nutcracker is a good excuse to repurpose many of the parts from previous projects and last...
View Article5 kid-friendly Christmas craft ideas to try at home
From a colourful paper wreath to a DIY advent calendar, these creative Christmas craft decorations will get your family in a festive mood ‘Tis the season for fun and inexpensive Christmas crafts Are...
View ArticleExpert advice: How to keep your Christmas tree fresh for longer
If you’ve already got a tree or are planning on getting one soon, here’s how to keep your Christmas tree fresh for longer, from the team at Misa Christmas Tree Farms Photographer: Mel Jenkins Michael...
View Article5 tips on how to embrace imperfection
Be kind to yourself and silence your own worst critic In today’s fast-paced world, perfection has become a common objective for many. From striving towards a successful job to maintaining the perfect...
View Article4 easy ways to DIY Christmas crackers
What’s a Christmas feast without the snap of a cracker? If you’re wondering how to make your own Christmas crackers, these DIY ideas are a great way to ensure your crackers look great on the table, and...
View ArticleAnieszka Banks shares her world of colour, kindness and beeswax
Poppy and Sage founder Anieszka Banks creates her beeswax candles and other treasures with joyous colour and shapes Aniezka Banks at her home in Karekare Being creative allows Anieszka Banks to feel...
View ArticleThe third 2024 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist goes all out in the...
A Wellington apartment gets a maximalist makeover From clothes to interiors, the maximalist trend has been sweeping the board. For a fine example of this aesthetic, look no further than the cosy ’60s...
View ArticleHow to build an outdoor bar for easy home entertaining
This party starter is built for home entertaining A sturdy barbecue bench/drinks bar is just the thing for easy outdoor entertaining. Add a lower shelf to store the wood to fire up the barbie – if it’s...
View ArticleThe fifth Resene Small Room Awards 2023 finalist built a hidden bar and...
A hidden library nook becomes a leafy refuge Purchased during 2020, Lisa Foote spent several months last year extensively renovating her “special gem” of a Christchurch home. “Our goal was to lighten...
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