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BLOOMING LOVELY: GARDENING TIPS

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  The season for outdoor living and entertaining will soon be upon us, so whether you’re thinking about curating the ideal outdoor hangout for you and your guests, or bumping up your home’s value with a gorgeous garden, here are some tops tips to inspire some good gardening habits in time for summer.   Plan Your Garden Before you start designing a layout, it’s important to get to know your garden first. Is it south-facing or north-facing? Finding out where the sun lands on your lawn will enable you to plan what to grow and where to grow it. For a truly landscaped look, decide beforehand which flowers and plants complement each other and suit your home’s growing conditions, as this will allow you to create a garden structure that looks great throughout the year.   Wait Until The Weather Is Right It’s best to avoid digging or planting in wet soil, as working it damages the soil structure. Before you start planting, wait until the weather has cleared up and the soil is crumbly – you can t

PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR THE CORONATION

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  The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms is scheduled to captivate the nation at Westminster Abbey on the 6th of May. But the fun won’t be confined to the capital as many Brits will gather to commemorate this historic occasion with street parties, barbeques, and family gatherings galore as we reflect on the monarch’s role today and look towards a bright future. If you plan on celebrating this super special bank holiday weekend at home, here are a few easy decorating tips to get the place looking extra regal…   Create A Grand Entrance Parties are all about excitement, so make sure your home evokes a sense of awe and anticipation the moment your guests walk through the door. Spruce up your hallway and staircase using everything from funny props and masks to vases of flowers or a beautiful gallery display along the walls.    Homemade Bunting Skip the shop-bought plastic banners this year and get crafty wit