Janette Peel
Born in Australia to Welsh and Irish parents, I reside with my daughter, cat and gold fish. Perhaps my ancestry has fuelled my interest in Celtic traditions and culture.
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Removing Unwanted SaplingsSucklings resulting from suckering stems suck the vitality from the host plant. Grafted plants are particularly vulnerable to this problem.
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Australian Indigenous Musical InstrumentsMusic and dance flow through every part of Aboriginal life with most forms of artistic expression being related to religious myths and beliefs. -
A Look at Australian 'Bush Tucker'The Aborigines didn't cultivate the land or raise livestock on farms, instead they gathered and hunted their food from the surrounding bush. This food we call, 'bush tucker'. -
The Banshees in Irish FolkloreIn Irish folklore, the Banshees are known as the ancestral spirits of the Fairy world. Their history extends way back into the dim and mysterious past. -
An Introduction to Traditional Mexican FoodThe foundations of traditional Mexican food stem from a great history of cultures including: the Mayans, the Olmecs and the Aztecs.
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Tips on Avoiding Food PoisoningA few tips on food preparation should help you avoid swallowing anything other than your work lunch baguette, or barbecued burger or prepared convenience meal.
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Tips on How to Make a Pleated Paper LampshadeAll you need to do is fold a sheet of inexpensive giftwrap into sharp concertina creases and you are well on the way to creating an attractive pleated lampshade that fits your decorating scheme perfectly.
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Tips on Installing or Building a Home Pond or WaterfallPonds and waterfalls have been a feature in gardens and homes since the earliest of times. Whether the water is still or moving it creates an air of tranquility and provides a peaceful place of relaxation and contemplation. -
Essentials for the Home Herb GardenHerbs have been prized for centuries for their culinary and curative uses. Attractive flowers, tasty leaves and easy care make herbs a wonderful and practical addition to any kitchen garden.
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How to Deal with the Stress of TravelThe daily routine of traveling to and from work can become quite stressful and can have negative repercussions on your health. Reducing its impact can make the journey, and the rest of your day, much more pleasurable.
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How Cleopatra Affected the Roman EmpireFor over 3000 years, Egypt was home to a fertile and prosperous civilization. But by 69 BC, when Cleopatra VII was born, Egypt's power was failing.
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Necessary Tools for GardeningWhether starting a new garden from scratch or performing routine tasks to keep the established gardens looking good, the job is made much easier if you have the right tools and equipment.
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How to Level Uneven Spots in the LawnBy following a few basic techniques you can remove the lumps and bumps from lawn areas in order to create a more level finish.
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How to Build a Raised Garden BedFrom simple soil mounds to carefully crafted wooden frames, raised garden beds allow excellent gardening in improved soil.
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Growing RhododendronsDramatic flowers on rugged foliage, the Rhododendron sparkles in a spring display of brilliant flower-clusters and large, leathery leaves.
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Accessories that Every Woodworker NeedsWhat about the little things? It's those accessories that every woodworker needs to begin and complete the job.
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How to Create a Focal Point on a Scrap Book PageThe purpose of every scrapbook page is to tell a stroy, stir emotions or rekindle memories.
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Dietary Laws for MuslimsThe Qur'an instructs its followers with specific guidelines and dietary laws regarding what foods are fit for human comsumption.
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Essential Tools and Materials Needed for ScrapbookingThe essential materials and tools needed for scrapbooking are basic everyday items such as pencils, rulers, craft knife and scissors, along with various papers and cardboard and other items to embellish your work.
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How to Crop Photos for ScrapbookingPhotos often contain distracting and unwanted backgrounds. This is why photo cropping is used in scrapbooking.
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Natural Remedies for Oily SkinIf you suffer from oily skin, herbal treatments can aid in reducing shine, while still caring for your delicate facial skin.
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Decorating with Theme PatternsEstablishing a theme in your decorating is an excellent way of conveying the mood or look you want. You can create any effect, from the classical to the comically cartoon.
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Growing Fragrant GardeniasGardenias celebrated fragrance from its wax-like blooms is grown amidst lustrous, evergreen leaves which make this an elegant and handsome shrub.
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A Guide for Using Non-fabric Blinds in Your HomeNon-fabric blinds are a more streamlined window treatment than curtain and frilled or pleated fabric blinds.
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Make Eye-catching Vases from GourdsUse gourds to create spectacular looking vases filled with dramatic displays of flowers and foliage.
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Performing the Lotus Pose in YogaPerforming the Lotus improves the overall flexibility of your legs and ankles and helps with posture in the spinal region.
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Enjoy the Skin You're InBeauty isn't just skin deep but waking up with a clear, glowing complexion certainly helps you to feel good about yourself.
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How Food Sources and Choices Have Evolved Over TimeIn the beginning, the gathering and hunting or food dictated daily life. Today, you have the luxury of enjoying a wide variety of foods at your convenience.
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How Do You Present Your Body?You only have one body and taking care of it will ensure you can keep active and feel good about yourself your whole life long.
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Reward Your Feet for the Work They DoYour feet are the source of your movement, carrying you wherever you wish to go. Reward their hard work with some regular pampering. -
The Mysteries of StonehengeOne of the world's most mysterious spiritual sites which was constructed over thousands of years is that of Stonehenge.
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The Key to Looking Beautiful is Within YouTaking good care of yourself isn't a luxury, it is a necessity, because the key to looking beautiful is within you.
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The Effects of Alcohol on Your BodyToo much alcohol has a detrimental effect on many areas of your body, from impairing your reasoning ability to altering your mood and damaging tissues of your brain, stomach and muscles.
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The History of Hunting and Gathering FoodYou may have thought that the days of foraging and hunting for your food were over, but a backlash against processed food culture has seen it come back into vogue.
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Finding the Right Protein Balance in Your DietA varied diet consisting of the right balance of proteins will provide you with the building blocks for a fit and healthy body.
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A Guide to Food ShoppingWhere to buy groceries is nowadays a matter of choice and convenience.
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Living with Food AllergiesFood allergies are a rare and serious matter not to be ignored. If you truly suffer from an allergy, you will need to seek professional guidance from your doctor.
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Fast Food: Getting a Quick BiteThe neon signs, the often empty calories, and distinctive, lingering scents of fast food are sometimes irresistible.
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Discovering Teotihuacan, MexicoWith its awe-inspiring pyramids of the Sun and Moon, ornate temples and magnificent art, it is no wonder Teotihuacan continues to attract so many tourists each year.
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Tips for Choosing a Fence to Match Your Landscape and Your StyleA fence can serve as an attractive accent or an effective barrier that enhances the landscape. Match the fence style to your landscape needs and your tastes. -
Bring New Life to Old GardensBring new life to the garden when you renew or replace mature perennials.
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How to Take Hardwood CuttingsTaking hardwood cuttings is a quick, easy and inexpensive way to create new plants from existing ones.
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A Guide to Dividing PerennialsSave money, increase your plant stock, and enjoy more blooms and healthier plants by dividing perennials.
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Growing Delicately Bloomed LilacsLilacs provide floral abundance from trouble-free shrubs. Their moderate size and orderly growth make Lilacs versatile, valuable landscape shrubs.
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Growing Colorful, Fragrant HoneysuckleCurtains of color and fragrance, exuberant Honeysuckle gives a lavish display of delicate blooms on a tough, trouble-free climber.
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How to Grow Elegant Autumn Spider LiliesEasy to grow Spider Lilies give bright, new blooms just when summer comes to a close.
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Growing Sweet, Crunchy PeasPeas are a sweet, cruchy vegetable to eat, pod and all. It is an easy-to-grow crop that grows best in the cool days of autumn and winter.
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Growing GrapefruitHandsome, evergreen trees with golden globes, Grapefruit are among the largest of the citrus fruits, with fragrant, waxy, white flowers.
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Growing FritillariasThe pendant, bell-shaped blooms of Fritillarias are elegant additions to the spring garden.
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How to Make Curtains for Dormer or Recessed WindowsA small window set in a recess is tricky to dress without cutting out precious natural light. The ideal solution is a curtain slipped on to a dormer rod, which is designed to swing away from the window. -
Tips for Growing ForsythiasForsythias need little attention to brighten the early spring garden with vibrant gold flowers.
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A Guide to Making a Circular Table ClothRound tables, however ordinary, instantly take on an air of distinction when covered with an easy-to-make circular cloth.
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A Guide to Growing ClematisNo other vine provides such sensational blooms in so many spectacular colors as Clematis.
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How to Make a Formal Bed CoronetFormal bed coronets look impressive yet are simply lined curtains suspended from a special shaped track fitted above the bed.
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Growing HibiscusThe huge, open flowers of Hibiscus come in a wide range of brilliant colors making them a valuable addition in any garden.
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Tips for Growing Caladiums SuccessfullyExotically marked, extravagantly colored Caladiums brighten shady areas all summer long.
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A Guide to Planting and Caring for CliviaBold blooms of Clivia, in vivid shades atop evergreen strap-like leaves create an impressive display.
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The Benefits of EcotourismIf you enjoy nature, love adventure and soak up culture like a sponge, then ecotourism is definitely for you. -
How to Achieve Your GoalsThe first step towards achieving your goals is finding your motivation.
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Tips for Growing DahliasPetal-packed decorative Dahlias come in all sizes to suit all gardens. They provide armloads of flowers for abundant summer displays. -
Tips for Avoiding StressStress is not a necessary evil. You can live your life fully and achieve your goals without undue worry and anxiety if you know the triggers and counter them with a practical, positive outlook.
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Tips for Growing TulipsTulips are graceful, multi-colored signs of spring. Mass plant these stunning show-stoppers for an informal look, or use them in a regular pattern.
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Tips for Growing IrisFlag Irises are popular and widely grown as dramatic accent plants for their colorful flowers and handsome foliage.
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Tips for Preparing a New Garden SiteGet your garden off to the best possible start by preparing the site before you plant. -
A Guide to Companion PlantingPut nature's prosperous planting partners to work for a healthier, more productive garden.
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How to Hang WallpaperUse wallpaper to transform a room with color, pattern and texture. Wallpaper can also be the best solution for disguising less than perfect walls. -
Use Wooden Motifs to Add CharacterUse wooden molded motifs to jazz up household accessories and small pieces of furniture. -
Hanging Wallpaper BordersWhether you want to pep up existing wall finishes or add style to a new scheme, there is a wallpaper border to suit.
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Create an Embossed Picture Frame EffectGive plain picture frames a richly carved look by covering them with self-adhesive relief borders. Highlight the relief pattern with metallic wax for elegant frames which complement all room styles. -
Understanding CuriosityWhat is curiosity? Is it an involuntary drive that has engendered the survival of humanity, or a voluntary motivation to explore? -
Knowing when to AcceptYou don't have to put up with everything that crosses your path but life will be a lot easier when you learn to stop struggling at every turn and embrace things as they are. -
Customize Venetian Blinds to Blend with Your Existing Color SchemeInexpensive white venetian blinds take on a bold new look with a lick of paint. Choose colors to tie in with your room scheme and treat your windows to a new, streamlined image.
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The Idea of Time TravelCould the technology one day be made available to turn the hands of time back?
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Paint Techniques: DraggingDragging is a subtle paint technique that can give a new lease of life to an inexpensive piece of old furniture and add a unique finish to walls and woodwork in your home.
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Coping with the Daily Chores of LifeDaily chores can be something to look forward to, little parts of your day that give you time to operate on cruise control and enjoy the moment.
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Simple Gilding MethodsGive plain picture frames and other small wooden accessories a touch or refinement with a lustrous mock gilt finish.
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The Big Bang TheoryAccording to science's most commonly held theory, a single moment was all that was required for the entire universe to explode into being.
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The Benefits of Working OverseasWorking in a foreign country can enrich your life in many ways.
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How to Install Plaster Cornice and CovingAdd instant elegance and character to a room be decorating the junction between walls and ceiling with distinctive strips of coving.
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Traditional Christian-Wedding CeremoniesTraditional Christian weddings are formal occasions where the bride and groom declare their love before God and their families and friends.
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A Guide to Sports MassageMassage can improve your muscles' performance during sport and can be performed before and after training.
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Benefits of Giving Your Baby a MassageA loving, massage can be comforting and soothing for babies, almost from the moment they are born.
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A Guide to Using Aromatherapy Oils in MassageIncorporating essential oils into your massage treatments can enhance the benefits received and make the experience more pleasurable for you and the recipient.
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How to Prune Fruit TreesPrune fruit trees annually for healthier growth and abundant, delicious fruit.
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A Guide to Training Climbing RosesGet the most blooms and best growth from your climbing roses with a little basic training.
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The Benefits of Rotating Vegetable CropsRotating vegetables each growing season will produce healthier plants and greater yields. It is an easy way to keep a garden healthy, improving the soil and controlling diseases.
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How to Transplant ShrubsTransform your landscape and rejuvenate your shrubs at the same time. Digging and moving shrubs open many possibilities in the garden without the cost of purchasing new plants.
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A Guide to Transplanting a Gift PlantTurn your gift plants into lasting, living memories by giving them a home in your garden.
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The Benefits of Setting GoalsYou probably have a good idea of how you would like your life to run and imagine it could only be a dream, but by setting a few goals it doesn't have to be, it can become a reality.
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Unicorns: Myth or Extinct Species?Unicorns have been found in myth and legend since the dawn of humanity.
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About William BlakeWilliam Blake's vision expressed though poetry influenced a generation of romantic poets and inspired religious and scientific minds alike.
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How to Prepare Your Walls and Ceilings for PaintingGood preparation is essential to success when painting. It takes time to prepare wall and ceiling surfaces thoroughly.
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Removing Stress from Your MorningsOrganizing your morning to be as stress-free as possible is truly the best start to the day. It will help you to feel more in control and save you vital minutes.
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A Guide for Using Feng Shui for Your OfficeWith the advent of home computers and the internet, a home office is now more popular than ever. Put Feng Shui into practice and create a calming, stress-free working environment.
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The Healing Benefits of Using Juniper OilJuniper is a refreshing and detoxifying oil. Its sharp fragrance with woody undertones makes it an uplifting addition to aromatherapy blends.
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How to Relieve Stress with SexSex is a great stress buster. It literally switches off your worries and fears, and focuses your mind and body in the present.
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Manage Your Time Better to Reduce StressManaging your time better puts you in control of your life. It also gives you a chance to relax, exercise and de-stress.
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Painting Techniques:RaggingRagging is a broken color technique which creates a random pattern that echoes crushed velvet. This quick and easy paint effect is ideal for walls or fitted furniture such as a run of cupboards.
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How to Put Up Dado RailingStraightforward to put up, a dado rail can improve the proportions of a wall as well as adding decorative impact by allowing different wall treatments above and below it.
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Ways to Make New FriendsWhether you are hoping to meet a gym buddy, or dance partner, making new friends isn't as hard as you might think.
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How to Make the Most of Your GreenhouseYour greenhouse represents an oasis in the garden; a place where you are in control of the environment. Instead of choosing plants to suit the conditions available, you can alter the conditions to suit the plants you want to grow.
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How to Successfully Decorate a Combined Living and Dining RoomThe most comfortable dual-purpose living and dining rooms are both welcoming and well planned, offering an agreeable atmosphere for relaxing, eating and entertaining.
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Use Aromatherapy to Ease AnxietyAnxiety is a common feeling. This perfectly natural response only becomes a problem when excessive and lasting. Use aromatherapy to prevent it from getting out of hand.
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How to Create a Bright, Cheerful Apartment Living RoomBright, cheerful and inexpensive to put together, the modern apartment look is crisp, streamlined and right up to date. Stylish as well as practical, it makes a room that is fun to live in.
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Your Key to Understanding Antiseptic Essential OilsWith an increased resistance of micro-organisms to manufactured antibiotics, there has been a resurgence of interest in antiseptic oils.
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How to Grow CeleryTall green stalks for an unbeatable crunch. Homegrown celery has a zesty flavor and crunch that beats mass produced varieties hands down.
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The Many Benefits of AromatherapyThere are many ways to get the most out of your aromatherapy materials, and most of these are simple and easy to learn.
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How to Make a Flanged Cushion CoverFrame plain cushion covers or pillow cases with a border of fabric. The border, or flanged edge, adds decorative impact without the need for extra trims.
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How to Make a Gusseted CushionAdding a gusset to feather cushions makes them look deep and luxurious, and gives your foam seat pads a professional, tailored finish.
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Using Essential Oils to Treat Sports InjuriesEssential oils can provide effective treatment for sports injuries, giving pain relief and helping to speed up the healing process.
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Using Aromatherapy to Help Treat Seasonal Affective DisorderIf you always suffer from depression during the cold months of winter, then you might be suffering from SAD, which can be treated with aromatherapy oils.
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Tips on Making Herbal Ointments and LotionsHomemade ointments and lotions provide a neutral base for herbal preparations and a convenient way of applying herbs to the skin.
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Tips for Growing DaffodilsPlant golden yellow trumpets for a spring symphony. Easy to grow and pleasing to the eye, there is a Daffodil just right for your spring bed.
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The Pros and Cons of a Macrobiotic DietMacrobiotics take an holistic approach to your food and health and they teach you to be responsible for your well being.
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A Guide to Planning a BathroomWhatever style of bathroom you favor, a well designed layout not only looks good but will help you make the best use of the space available.
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Processed Foods ExplainedProcessed foods are an inextricable part of popular culture and eating. Learn how you can use them to enhance your life, not take away from it.
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Understanding Genetically Modified FoodGM foods may be the nest step in food evolution, but what will be the results?
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Facts About Organic FoodIs organic food really better for your health and the environment or is it just an expensive alternative to conventional methods?
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Love Can Be a BattlefieldPower games can turn a relationship into a battleground, with your love for each other being the ultimate casualty.
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Pick the Right Adhesive for the JobPick the right adhesive to be certain of a strong bond.
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Problem Solving TechniquesLearning how to solve problems can be a useful tool in understanding difficult situations. Situations that seem too complex to understand can be resolved with ease.
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Boost Your Energy with AromatherapyAromatherapy oils can work wonders when you feel tired and lethargic, lifting your mood and boosting your energy levels.
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Tips on Growing LavenderSweet scented spikes in shades of violet, lavender's delicate foliage and subtle bouquet provides an elegant summer show.
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Tips on Growing ImpatiensImpatiens are beautiful and versatile bedding plants. An amazing number of varieties allow you to create your own favorite scheme.
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Learn How to Delegate WorkDelegation is a skill that is difficult to learn, and it isn't about simply passing on tasks that you don't want to complete. Delegation will actually increase your efficiency.
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The Benefits of Having a Scalp MassageA scalp massage is a wonderful way to promote an immediate feeling of well-being and reducing stress levels.
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Tips for Growing Tiger LiliesThe Tiger Lilies' bright colors and exotic forms celebrate the warmth of summer.
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Tips on Nailing Techniques and Selecting the Right Hammer and NailSimple to use, nails give strong, long lasting joints. Choose the right technique to ensure a secure and discreet joint.
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Healing with Gentle Mandarin OilMandarin oil is a useful remedy for many digestive complaints and can be used on babies because of its gentle properties.
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A Guide to Attaching Ferns to Garden TreesEstablish a garden of lush green ferns that enjoy growing against the trunks of trees.
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Making Herbal PoulticesA simple, herbal poultice can be prepared in your kitchen to provide a warm soothing remedy within 5-10 minutes.
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Healing with Cypress OilCypress oil is a valuable healer and can be used to treat various physical ailments, such as cough and colds, muscular aches and fluid retention.
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Controlling Erosion on Steep Garden SitesSloping gardens can be beautiful and functional as they help to control soil erosion.
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A Guide to Keeping Garden Tools SharpSharp tools make work easier and safer. The same holds true for all garden tools.
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How to Encourage Birds into Your GardenBirds play an important part in a healthy garden by keeping slugs and snails and insect number under control.
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Be Prepared: Fire Safety in the HomeEarly warning of a fire in your home can save lives. If you are unlucky enough to have a fire, you need to be prepared.
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Discover Simple Ways to Turn High Maintenance Lawn into Practical, Easy-care LandscapesA well-maintained lawn can be a beautiful feature in any landscape, but grass can also be a hassle to maintain in difficult sites such as shady or wet spots and high-traffic areas.
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Make Deadheading Part of Your Regular Garden ChoresDeadheading is the removal of fading flowers to spur on new blooms and keep a plant tidy.
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How to Create a Welcoming Entrance Area to Your HomeFirst impressions are always important, so take time to plan and decorate your entrance hall, to make it a warm and welcoming introduction to your home.
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Plant a Bird Friendly GardenEntice birds into your garden by selecting the right plants and providing water for them all year round.
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Create a Springtime Planter Box or FlowerpotCelebrate the new season with a planter box or flowerpot brimming with classic flowers in bright colors.
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Ideas for Planting a Cottage GardenA cottage garden can be summed up in a single word such as 'informal' or 'unsophisticated'. It is a style in which a random mix of plants is grown.
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How to Choose the Right Essential Oil for Your NeedsThe fragrance and the healing properties of an essential oil are determined by its active ingredients, the chemicals it contains.
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How to Overcome Obstacles that Divide LoversThere is nothing more painful to the heart than being divided from the person you love.
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Traditions of a Buddhist Marriage CeremonyWeddings are not a sacred aspect of Buddhism and as such these weddings are influenced more by custom than by doctrine.
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A Guide to Using Sweet Smelling Clary Sage OilClary sage boasts a multitude of benefical actions along with its herbaceious and mellow aroma.
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Reduce Stress by Improving the Office EnvironmentIt is amazing what you get used to. You work place may be disorganized, poorly lit and lack ventilation, and the longer you ignore these factors the more your stress levels will rise.
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Be Inspired by LoveLove can set your heart ablaze and lift your very soul, allowing you to accomplish great things.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Restrictive DietingFor most of human history, what people have eaten has depended on what was available in the immediate area. Today we are afforded a luxury of choice.
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Food Intolerance ExplainedFood intolerance is a general term that refers to a range of unpleasant reactions that occur after eating a specific food or food ingredient.
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Reduce Stress by Having a Detailed Job DescriptionYou arrive at work feeling frazzled. A mountain of mail that has been dumped on your desk. Do you sort it, even though it is not really in your job description? Or is it?
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Reduce Stress by Learning Time Management SkillsLearning time management skills is an easy way to make the day more productive. It also helps to reduce stress and frustration and gives you a feeling of achievement.
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Using the Corpse Pose to Relieve StressThe Corpse (Sarvasana)may simply look like an excuse for a lie down and a rest, but it is in fact an integral part of any successful yoga session and an instant stress reliever.
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Helpful Hints for Practicing YogaTo make the most of your yoga class you need to create a place for it in your daily life for it to work for you.
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Uniting the Physical and Spiritual Aspects of YogaOften Yoga is misrepresented as only a physical practice. This limited field of vision lacks the spiritual nature and true intent of Yoga, the sight of the soul.
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How to Give Architectural Impact with StencilingA stenciled room has a charm all of its own. Stenciling attractive and effective borders enhances the look of your home.
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How to Create an Aged Effect by Liming WoodA highly fashionable yet traditional method of decoration, liming both revitalizes the look of wood and gives it a comforting, time worn appearance.
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Understanding the Principles of a Yogic LifeExplore the spiritual goal of Yoga, to achieve union between body and mind, mind and soul.
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A Guide to Color-washing Your WallsThe subtle blending of translucent washes of color gives walls an appealing soft and weathered character which is traditionally associated with a natural country style.
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Basic Flower Arranging EquipmentWith a few basic tools and materials at hand, you can create stylish looking flower displays with ease.
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How to Make Your Own Fabric Covered PipingPiping is a fabric-covered cord that adds style, a neat, professional finish and strengthens the seam lines of cushions, tiebacks and other soft furnishings.
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How to Grow Bird's Nest FernsThis easy to grow adaptable fern can be incorporated into the garden, or grown in a large container or basket for indoor or outdoor display.
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How to Grow LobeliasThe dainty blooms of Lobelias are enchanting in the garden or trailing from containers. These old fashioned charmers are easy to grow and produce a profusion of jewel-like flowers.
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How to Grow Rudbeckias/Black Eyed SusansRudbeckias or Black-eyed Susans richly colored blooms are ideal as a garden focal point. They produce golden summer blooms, brilliant yellow flowers with dark centers from midsummer to the end of autumn.
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A Guide to Replacing a Damaged Window PaneFitting a new piece of glass into a window frame is not difficult, but you must make sure you do it safely.
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Tips on Repairing Chips in ChinaTo rebuild chips in china all you need is patience and a steady hand.
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How to Brew Your Own Medicinal TeasBrewing your own medicinal teas is one of the simplest and most ancient ways of using natural herbal remedies.
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Essential Hand Sewing StitchesKnowing how to sew a few simple stitches by hand is essential, even when you have a sewing machine, to make curtains, cushions or other fabric accessories.
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Choosing the Right Style of Curtains for Your HomeTake time to choose the best curtain treatment for your home. The right choice will not only enhance the windows but turn an ordinary room into a really special place.
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How to Choose the Right Carpet for Your HomeBefore buying new carpet, it is vital to find out as much as you can about the different types; how they are made, what they are made of and how well they will wear, to be sure of choosing the right quality for each room.
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Choosing a Yoga Style to Suit YouWhen you begin your Yoga investigations it is difficult to know which classes to take, but the decision need not be a confusing one.
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Using Texutre in Home DecoratingMixing a good balance of rough, matte surfaces with smooth, shiny ones around your home look extremely stylish and adds enormously to the visual interest of each room.
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Be Daring and Use Contrasting Colors in Your Decorating SchemeExpect some amazing, eye-catching results when you set contrasting colors from opposite sides of the color wheel against each other in your decorating scheme.
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The Importance of Tone in Interior DecoratingIf you can't put your finger on what is missing from a room scheme, when it still looks rather bland or too busy, even after you have given a lot of thought to the color scheming, it is often the tonal mix that is wrong.
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Types of Handsaws and Their UsesA saw is an essential part of your DIY tool kit, even if you plan to do nothing more elaborate than fit a few shelves.
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Hen's Night TraditionsA farewell to unmarried life a a chance to party with friends? There are many traditions, old and new, that may influence your hen night.
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Love Tokens from Around the WorldAround the world lovers want to express their devotion to one another. In the West this is usually done through flowers and chocolates, but in the East, writing love messages on leaves and the presentation of beads.
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Choose the Right Paint Applicator for the JobChoose the right tool, brush, roller or pad, for all your painting jobs. Whatever you are painting, you want to use a tool which puts the paint on smoothly and easily with the minimum of surface blemishes.
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A Look at Shinto WeddingsThe first formal Shinto wedding took place in 1908, yet the ceremony draws from the ancient Samurai traditions and accounts for over 60 per cent of Japanese nuptials today.
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Create a Stylish Apartment Kitchen on a BudgetFresh looking and stylish on a shoe string budget, with a functional, orderly approach to maximize use of compact space, the apartment kitchen is a delight to work and dine in.
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Tips for Looking After Treating Glassware ProblemsIn time and with use, pieces of glassware inevitably get stained and damaged. You can carry out minor repairs and with a little care and attention keep your glassware in perfect sparkling condition.
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Tips on Creating a Mediterranean Style BedroomThe Mediterranean bedroom is cool and tranquil, as welcoming for afternoon siestas as it is at night. Rustic furniture, color-washed walls and fabrics in white or bright tones are the key elements for this informal look.
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The Importance of Drawing Plans of Your RoomsWhether you are buying new furniture, planning a fresh look for you home or moving house, drawing plans of your rooms is a good way of saving effort and acoiding costly mistakes.
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Create a Romantic Look for a BedroomThe romantic bedroom is a room you can dream in as well as dream about. It's a restful retreat from a busy day, where flowers, frills and pale, pretty colors combine to create a softly feminine mood.
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Tips for Creating a Soft, Modern Living RoomWelcoming and easy to live in, the soft modern living room is practical to use and a pleasure to look at as well.
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How to Carry Out Cosmetic Repairs to Wooden FurnitureMost wooden furniture is subject to much wear and tear. Keep it in good condition with these simple repairs.
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How to Attach Objects to WallsTo ensure that curtain poles, shelves and other wall fittings stay up, you must use the right fixings.
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How to Correctly Water Your House PlantsCorrect watering and feeding makes for handsome, healthy and long-lived house plants.
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How to Use Neroli and PetitgrainBoth neroli and petitgrain originate from the orange tree, but subtle differences in their scent and ingredients separate the two oils and their uses.
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How to Use Sandalwood Essential OilThe warm, soothing aroma of sandalwood can help you to relax your mind and open your heart to love.
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A Guide to Basic Home SecurityConcerned about burglaries being committed and that your house isn't secure enough to deter intruders? Check out these security tips and visit your local DIY or hardwar store to choose from a wide range of easy to install security products.
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Gift Ideas for Wedding AnniversariesWedding anniversaries have a traditional material associated with the gifts exchanged and shared that day.
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How to Make Your Own Aromatherapy Hot and Cold CompressesYou will find that making your own aromatherapy compress is an easy and effective way to apply healing essential oils to the skin.
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The Benefits of Using Myrrh OilThe rich, subtle and spicy aroma of myrrh conjures up the exotic scent of ancient Arabia. This oil can be used to purify and restore.
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Ancient Roman Marriage CustomsRoman girls were considered of marriageable age at twelve and boys at fourteen, though many did not marry until they were somewhat older.
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How to Make an Easy and Eye Catching Christmas CenterpieceAn impressive tower of brightly colored fruit and flowers with the addition of a few gilded nuts and leaves, interspersed with glossy, green ivy leaves is guaranteed to turn a Christmas banquet into a visual feast for the eyes.
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How to Deal with a Possessive FriendCoping with a demanding or possessive friend is bound to stretch your patience but here are a few useful tips to help you resolve the situation.
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Grigori RasputinHoly man, megalomaniac or 'Mad Monk of Russia', opinions are divided over Rasputin, but his place in history as a mysterious figure is never questioned.
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The End of the Aztec EmpireThe Aztec emperor, Moctezuma, ruled the richest land in the Americas. The Spanish adventurer, Hernan Cortes, led a band of soldiers from Europe. The meeting of Moctezuma and Cortes in 1519 led to one of the most dramatic conflicts in history.
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What You Need to Know About Dietary SupplementsFood supplements are marketed to help prevent or cure a wide range of medical problems, but if you are healthy and eat a varied diet, are they really necessary?