Our fun how to make pompoms project is perfect for our ‘Waste Not Want Not’ campaign which has previously seen us turn an old jar into a mini spa and…
Beth Shearing
15 ways you can beat the blues
From exercising for twenties minutes a day to snacking on chocolate and having a clear out, we reveal 15 things that can help you beat the blues. Walk Barefoot On…
Gold plant inspiration for your garden
Plants that have yellow-gold leaves add a splash of instant sunshine to a shady corner, an effect that lasts longer than any flowers. They look fabulous beside perennials with red,…
Transform your home with our upcycling and découpage techniques
It’s amazing how you can transform a chest of drawers or a tray using our upcycling and découpage techniques. Découpage drawers Time to make: Two days (including drying time) You…
Alzheimer’s: Cut your risk by looking after your heart and brain
Get moving Exercising for at least 150 minutes a week is the amount recommended to keep your heart healthy, says Lucy Wilkinson, Senior Cardiac Nurse at the British Heart Foundation…
Growing potatoes and top types to try
There are potato varieties for salads, roasting, boiling, baking and mash – and if you start planting after the danger of frost has passed, you could enjoy them from June…
Could your circulation problems be Raynaud’s?
Raynaud’s is a blood-vessel disorder which affects around 10 million of us in the UK and produces a sudden reduction in blood flow to the hands and other extremities, which…
Prague city guide: Where to stay, eat and explore
Keen to visit Prague? Here are some suggestions for places to stay, restaurants to book and sights to see. Stay Nicknamed ‘The Golden City of 100 Spires’, Prague attracts over…
Tenerife: A holiday in Puerto De La Cruz
Though the south of Tenerife still remains the most popular area for British tourists, my fiancé and I decided to beat the crowds and head north to Puerto de la…
Living with tinnitus plus 5 ways to protect your ears
Tinnitus means ringing in the ears – hissing, whistling, buzzing, humming, music, or any sounds that come from inside our bodies. And while there’s rarely a serious cause, it can…
Your balance: 6 ways to improve it
We need healthy brain inputs and outputs in order to balance. Sensory signals from our muscles, joints, skin and gravity provide constantly updated feedback about our body’s position, which our…
The best no-fly holidays in Europe
Go Italia Sit back, relax and let someone else do the driving as you head for the dramatic beauty of the Italy’s Lake Garda by coach. ✤ Appreciate the stunning…
Cactus tips: How to care for your cacti
It’s easy to get hooked on cacti as their spiked, ridged, tall, squat and hairy forms are very collectable – especially with children as they are often sold at pocket-money…
Bath: Discover art, spas and culture on a city break
Woman’s Weekly editor Diane Kenwood packs up a suitcase and heads to the city of Bath for a girls’ trip. Where I went Elegant, vibrant and stylish Bath has been…
How to sew a quilt with modern printed fabrics
Deputy craft editor Esme Clemo reveals how to sew a quilt using pretty printed fabrics. You will need ✤ 1 strip 4.5 x 18in of Colour 1 (Coral) ✤ 1…
How to fight off garden bugs with plants
Even though the good weather means plants are growing fast and strong now, they can still be prone to pest attack by garden bugs. Keeping them healthy by regular watering,…
Lose weight with the help of technology
Losing weight can be a struggle, but the good news is that, thanks to developments in technology, there’s a plethora of new methods to support you as you try to…
When your kidneys stop working
Acute kidney injury (sudden damage/AKI) usually develops during serious illness or in older people with long-term medical problems. Around one in five of those admitted to hospital has AKI, but…
Dubrovnik guide: From Old Town to island hopping
It’s nicknamed the Pearl of the Adriatic and the historic city of Dubrovnik, lying at the southern tip of Croatia’s elongated coastline – the Dalmatian Coast – is a true…
Problems with your pituitary
Our pea-sized pituitary glands are located deep behind the bridge of our noses at the base of our brains. They produce nine different hormones that control various body functions; these…