Mother’s Day

Mother's Day Mother's Day is celebrated in the majority of countries on the second Sunday of May to honour all mothers and express gratitude for the hardships they bear in bringing up a child. On this day, it is common for Mothers to be lavished with presents and special attention from their families, friends and loved ones. Mother’s Day came into being due to the efforts made by Ms Julia Ward Howe and Ms Anna Jarvis. The Resolution for having a dedicated Mother's Day was signed by US President Woodrow Wilson on May 8, 1914. Since then people across the…

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Valentine’s Day Flowers

Valentine’s Day Flowers Every February 14, across Australia and in other places around the world, Valentine’s Day Flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. The history of Valentine's Day — and its patron saint — is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman traditions. One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single…

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What is a Duvet Cover?

What is a Duvet Cover and Duvet Cover? A duvet cover is a soft, removable cover that can be thrown into the washing machine. It keeps the contents of the comforter clean while ensuring that you'll always have something crisp and fresh to throw over your bed. The duvet cover has a zipper, press studs or buttons sewn in so you can put the entire duvet inside it. The duvet cover often ends up being the same colour as the comforter or blanket. You take out the old blanket and put your new one in it —a Duvet Covet makes…

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Tatami Cushions

  by Neil Swainston  – a male point of view Tatami Cushions Summary The most popular item is Tatami mats, which are used for flooring and sleeping and the Tatami Seat Cushion for sitting, used in tea rooms in Japan and other countries as a decoration and home-living item. Tatami is made from harvested sea rush straw (or Igusa straw) and woven by hand to create the soft coving of Tatami mats and Tatami cushions. The natural material is the secret that makes Tatami so comfortable to walk, sleep and sit on. Tatami can help relieve tailbone pain, sciatica pain,…

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Muslin Swaddle or Wrap

What is a Muslin Swaddle? Swaddling is the practice of wrapping your baby tightly using a large piece of lightweight fabric that is folded and tucked firmly around your baby to create a swaddling effect to make your baby feel safe and secure. Summary Swaddling is safe for newborns as their body is safely snug, warm and comfortable inside the muslin swaddle. This will make your baby feel like he/she is still inside the womb. To achieve proper sensory and muscular development, a baby must be able to press against an external resistance, a swaddle. If your baby is persistently…

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The Difference Between a Pillowcase and Pillow Sham

Pillowcase and Pillow Sham The Pillowcase and the Pillow Sham might sound similar and look similar but they serve different purposes. Pillowcases are more functional while pillow shams are less functional but more decorative. Summary The Pillowcase and the Pillow Sham might sound similar and look similar but they serve different purposes. A pillowcase (pillow slip) is used to cover the pillow that is used for sleeping and is usually open at one end with no type of closure. Pillow shams are typically made of fancier material and designed to match or compliment your Duvet Cover (Doona), Comforter, Quilt or…

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Internal Blinds for Your Windows

  by Neil Swainston  – a male point of view Internal Blinds for Your Windows Internal Blinds Internal blinds are essential for anyone who wants to safeguard their privacy, at home or in the office. While it is true that some people prefer to use curtains, window blinds have the advantage in that you get to control the amount of light that comes into your home or office. Blinds can add a touch of the exotic, or the elegant, to any room. There are some factors to consider when figuring out what type of blinds to buy. The first factor…

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Choosing a Window Covering

  by Neil Swainston  – a male point of view Choosing a Window Covering There are many ways that you can decorate your windows. You have the choice of horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, shutters, Venetian blinds in timber or aluminium or even roller blinds, and that is just to name a few. Before you head down the road of confusion you should begin by asking yourself a few questions. What kind of space are you working with? Do not only focus on the window space but take a look at the whole room. It doesn’t matter if you are doing…

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Christmas Shopping During Big Sales at La Bella

Christmas Shopping During Big Sales at La Bella La Bella Home Collections offer big sales on many of their items several times a year. Retailers hold sale events to encourage shoppers to get out and make some big purchases. The last-minute Christmas shopping frenzy which takes place each year can be largely attributed to the sale events at Christmas time. Many shoppers specifically wait until the last minute to do their Christmas shopping because they know many items will go on sale at this time. While this is an excellent way to save money, savvy Christmas shoppers know that doing…

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10 Tips for a Window Coverings Makeover

  by Neil Swainston  – a male point of view Tips for a Window Coverings Makeover Do you have the same old dreary windows that do little to add life to your home? Then it is time for a change. But, where do you start? How do you keep from making an expensive or embarrassing mistake? How can you know what you really want? Work through the list below to help from making an expensive mistake. Start with one room at a time. There may be the temptation, especially when moving into a new home, to decorate all of the…

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