How to & Tips

Are you a Facebook fanatic? An Instagram insatiate? Or perhaps you have a Pinterest preoccupation. Social media is a fact of modern life, but is your passion for sharing a pastime or a problem? Check out our five point checklist of warning signs and learn how to give social media a rest!

Nothing says love like a handmade gift, so this Valentine's Day treat your loved one to a gorgeous scented candle, crafted by your own fair hands.

They call it Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year. But what's it all about, and is there anything you can do to beat the January blues?

For many of us a new year means a new start. If you’ve resolved to be more organised this year, then read on: here are the things you can start planning now, for a smoother, less stressful 2015.

Sleep can boost your memory, help you maintain a healthy weight and even make you live longer, so it’s worth making sure you get your recommended eight hours of shut-eye a night. But just how do you go about doing it? If you’ve tried the obvious - cutting out caffeine and alcohol, making your bedroom cosy and relaxing, avoiding TV before bed - but you’re still struggling to doze off, then it’s time to eat your way to refreshing sleep!

Do the words 'children's party' make you break out in a cold sweat? If you don't know where to begin with planning your kids' party, don't worry! We have some great tips to make sure it's a roaring success.

At this time of year, almost every shop has a sale on and you may be tempted to rush out and grab all the good deals you can! But wait, even when you're swimming in bargains you can still be a canny shopper. Here are our top tips to help you make the most of the January sales.

Writing to Santa is a wonderful tradition to share with your kids every Christmas and a great way to spend a wet November afternoon, so check out our ultimate guide to writing a perfect letter to jolly old Saint Nick!