How to & Tips

Summer is upon us and the mercury is rising. But when the weather gets hot, how can you protect your baby from the sun? Here are five things all parents should know about keeping babies safe in the summer!

We love a packed lunch at Dotcomgiftshop, not least because of all the fab, stylish boxes, bags and containers that go with it. But there's also practical reasons for taking your own sandwiches, not least a recent report that stated taking a packed lunch to work could save you nearly £2,000 a year. Suitably convinced? Here are some handy tips for a punch-packed-lunch.

Have you been dreaming of tying the knot abroad, but don't know where to start with all that planning? Here are some useful tips to help you pull off your destination wedding without a hitch!

Ever wanted to surprise someone with a pet as a present? Whether you're treating your kids or the lady in your life, make sure you've prepared more than just a lovely gesture. Here are a few things to consider before you take the plunge, so you and your pet can live happily ever after!

If you love homemade food but don’t have time to cook every night, cooking and freezing could be the way to go.

So you have a trip planned and the only thing standing between you and some serious R&R is your suitcase. Trying to fit everything you need for a holiday into one tiny case is enough to drive anyone to despair, but don’t worry: with a bit of forward planning and our hassle-free packing tips, you’ll soon be suitcase savvy.

Living in a rented property doesn’t mean your house should be any less of a home. What you can decorate might be limited, but there are still plenty of clever ways to design the space you want. Take a look at these tips and spread your creative wings, without having to worry about your deposit!

There are plenty of great reasons to get kids into the garden: they’ll learn to care for their environment, take pride in their work and spend more time outdoors. But how do you get them involved? Here are our top tips for making your kids mad about the outdoors.