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Posted on November 16, 2009 by webmaster
Although I’m not in the position to have one of these yet, I need to find that ‘family home’ first that I’ll live in longer than 5 minutes, but one day, one of these will be mine…
http://www.spiralcellars.co.uk/
Posted on November 5, 2009 by webmaster
Baileys sell a surprising mix of vintage and new from a variety of sources – but they all share the qualities integral to their repair, reuse, rethink philosophy.
Check out their website for a random selection of nic-naks - http://www.baileyshomeandgarden.com
Posted on October 4, 2009 by webmaster
I found about these recently, and thought I should share it with you. A great way to keep up the interest of youngsters on a family walk around the city, much like spotting the Lions heads in and around Venice.
http://www.cambridgesculpturetrails.co.uk/
Posted on June 21, 2009 by webmaster
I recently heard about this new typeface, which saves on print costs as it uses less toner/ink coverage.
Why not give it a try, it’s free - http://www.ecofont.eu
Also consider these other environmentally friendly tips;
- Reduce print waste, only print what you need – Think before you print!
- Design without bleeds reduces paper wastage, and will save money!
- [...]
Posted on June 13, 2009 by webmaster
Graffiti artist Banksy has unveiled his most ambitious British project to date, a made over museum in his home town of Bristol.
Staged in the council-owned City Museum and Art Gallery, Banksy v Bristol Museum was such a closely guarded secret even senior councillors were unaware of the plans, while visitors and staff were told that [...]
Posted on June 12, 2009 by webmaster
I have today learned that you can no longer check-in for free at the airport with Ryanair. You have to ‘buy’ the online check-in (£5), else you’ll be charged £40 (it doesn’t say this on their site yet) for the privilege at the airport. See for yourself their new policy at http://www.ryanair.com/site/EN/faqs.php?sect=chk&quest=checkinfee.
Coupled with their ridiculous fees for luggage (Link [...]
Posted on May 21, 2009 by webmaster
Springwise scans the globe for the most promising business ventures, ideas and concepts that are ready for regional or international adaptation, expansion, partnering, investments or cooperation. We ferociously track more than 400 global offline and online business resources, as well as taking to the streets of world cities, digital cameras at hand.
To ensure true ‘glocal’ [...]
Posted on May 20, 2009 by webmaster
A simple idea, but has multiple purposes – obviously it is clear to visitors what number we are, (somewhat clearer since the vine has now covered the wall-mounted house number), but also gives a little privacy from nosy neighbors and passers-by. The window film can be purchased on a roll from B&Q for as little as £8, [...]
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Posted on May 20, 2009 by webmaster
It seemed only natural that after moving into a new house with a much larger garden, that we dedicated an area to growing our own vegetables, partly for the childs education, partly to save some money, partly to enjoy growing our own. I started my search immediately for some suitable raised planters, only to find that they [...]
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Posted on April 29, 2009 by webmaster
So, we wanted a large picture in the hallway, but didn’t have a huge budget, do I ever these days?!
First stop iStockphoto, to find and buy a picture we liked. This allium ties in nicely with the decor, XXXL size, $27, sold. There are hundreds of other affordable royalty free image libraries to choose from, Google that [...]
