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- Options For Starting Your Own Catering Business - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWith the rapid increase in social activity among people, caterers have become a very essential part of the party circuit. They have gone beyond the earlier caterers who were just meant to provide food; now they also look after the crockery and cutlery, they provide assistance with table ...
Views: 1008 - Household Buying Guide - Kitchen Sinks - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Graeme KnightsThe sink in a kitchen should be much more than an essential facility for the washing of dishes and the disposal of waste. It should be one of the main focal points in a room that is often the most lived-in space of a home. Sinks and their various fittings can say a lot about a kitchen and should ...
Views: 980 - Gardening Advice - 5 things to do in Mid Summer - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Graeme KnightsYou could be forgiven for thinking summer had not yet arrived in the UK. With all this rain, the usual high-summer worries of drought and under-watered plants seem ironically rebuked by the cloud gods. During the hosepipe ban earlier this year, I decided to 'do my bit' and diligently installed a ...
Views: 784 - The Five Biggest Mistakes Made When Starting a Business - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Graeme KnightsIt is a sad fact of business life that around half of new start-ups fail within the first year, and a significant further proportion fail in the first three years. However, this alarming statistic should not put you off starting a new business as, with the proper planning and a sound business ...
Views: 721 - Learn how to Accessorise your Home with Style - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Graeme KnightsHomes are everyone’s castles, no matter how large or small they may be. They reflect the resident’s personality, their individual tastes and their sense of style. The accessories have normally been chosen because they match the décor of the home, or because they hold a special place in the ...
Views: 693 - Take a Short Break in Norfolk this Summer - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWith sunshine and clear skies quickly arriving in the UK, it’s a great time to start planning a summer break. Not sure where you want to go? If you enjoy spending time amongst tranquil scenery and beautiful market towns, why not book a short break in Norfolk? With its nature reserves and ...
Views: 524 - Your Perfect House Moving Plan - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Graeme KnightsMoving house is considered to be one of the most stressful life events, but with careful planning that stress can be greatly reduced. Here is a plan to help you make that perfect move: De-clutter Moving house the perfect time for you to get rid of anything that you no longer need. Once you ...
Views: 587 - How To Make Your Own Curtains - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWith the increasing interest in sewing and handicrafts, there are a number of projects that beginners and more experienced sewing enthusiasts can embark upon. Making your own lined curtains is a fun and satisfying way to implement new skills. Not only will you be able to learn and practice new ...
Views: 731 - 5 Tips On Taking Better Photos - Night Time Photos - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Graeme KnightsSo, you've just bought your DSLR camera, and you want to start taking great photos at night. Just follow these five simple tips, and you'll be taking professional level pictures in no time. SWITCH OUT OF AUTOMATIC MODE In most situations your DSLR is probably sophisticated enough to take ...
Views: 645 - 5 Ways to Cut Your Household Costs – Stain Removal - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Graeme KnightsThere is a huge diversity of specialist cleaning products available to tackle specific stains encountered on clothing or upholstery. Finding the appropriate product for a specific stain cannot only be time consuming, but also expensive. Most people do not realise that by utilising items commonly ...
Views: 636 - 5 Ways to Cut Your Household Costs – Laundry - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Graeme KnightsIn this age of austerity, it is common sense to look at ways to reduce our household expenditure and energy consumption. While doing the laundry is an essential chore, there is no reason it has to be more expensive than necessary. Here are five tried and tested ways to cut laundry ...
Views: 563 - Top 5 Mistakes Made By New Gardeners - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWhen planning a garden, one of the most important things to remember is the phrase "Right plant - Right place". Here are some of the things that new gardeners often fail to consider when planning a garden: Plant Size: Consider the eventual size of the plant. A small seedling in a pot can ...
Views: 569 - Wooden Flooring - An Environmentally Friendly Option for Your Home - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWhat Types of Wooden Flooring are Available? Wooden flooring includes a wide variety of laminates as well as solid wood floors such as parquet. Although laminate is made of wood, it is a composite product with other things in it. The appearance of grain on the surface is cleverly created with ...
Views: 653 - Gardening in the Month of April - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Graeme KnightsApril is a wonderful time in the garden. Spring has sprung, with daffodils and other bulbs brightening up the outdoors, while the weather is getting warmer every day, making it the perfect time to crack on with the many outstanding tasks. General preparation All beds, whether for flowers ...
Views: 638 - Recharge Your Relationship With An April Weekend Away - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Graeme KnightsSpring is here, and there can be no better prompt to spend some quality time with your other half. With longer days and sunnier skies just around the corner, it's time to get planning for that romantic weekend you deserve. No matter what the state of your relationship, every couple needs to ...
Views: 655 - Plan Your Summer Weekend Breaks Now! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Graeme KnightsFor many people in the UK taking a short weekend break during the summer months is just what is needed to re-charge their batteries and have some well-earned fun, and with summer just around the corner now is the ideal time to think about what you would like to do on your weekend break away and ...
Views: 582 - What Type Of Wood Do I Want For My Home Flooring - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWith so many choices available in the market, it might be difficult to make a decision as to what type of flooring is best for your home. Read on for some useful suggestions. Reasons for choosing wood flooring There are many advantages wooden floors have over ceramic or fitted carpet ...
Views: 632 - Tips on How Seeds Germinate & How You Can Make Them - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Graeme KnightsWhat is Germination? Germination is the term used to describe the sprouting of a plant from a seed or a spore. It occurs when a seed has been planted and watered according to instructions, and it first sprouts a tiny root to anchor it to the soil and access the water. From that point, the ...
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