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Winter Chill Essential Oil Blend: November 2015

Nov 10, 2015 | Blog

Bring tranquillity and peace to your home with this special winter blend. Fill the reservoir of an oil burner with water and add: 4 drops Lavender Essential Oil 4 drops Chamomile Essential Oil Light a tea light underneath and enjoy!   *Never leave a lit candle...

The Danish Concept of Hygge

Nov 5, 2015 | Blog

Hygge (pronounced ‘hYOOgah’) is a Danish word with no direct equivalent in English.  It describes a feeling of cosiness and security; the way you feel when enjoying a good meal with your favourite people. One definition reads “hygge is the absence of...

In Season Fruit and Veg: November 2015

Nov 3, 2015 | Blog

Winter is fast approaching but there are still plenty of seasonal vegetables available.  Here are our favourite ways to enjoy them: Potatoes Smashed Potatoes with Creme Fraiche Mashed Potatoes with Caramelised Fennel   Red Cabbage Braised Red Cabbage with Apples...

Soothe Dry Skin with an Oat Bath

Oct 30, 2015 | Blog

by Achara Chavanakunakorn Oat baths are a real treat for dry or sensitive skin. They are very cheap and easy to do, and use only natural ingredients.  What’s not to love? Indications: dried, sensitive or inflamed skin conditions such as eczema Oat is used to...

5 Half Term Health Challenges

Oct 26, 2015 | Blog

Are you off for half term? Take advantage of having extra time on your hands with our half term health challenges. Monday- Eat 5 pieces of fruit and veg. Tuesday – Spend 5 minutes enjoying a relaxation technique. Wednesday- Go for a 30 minute walk (wrap up warm!) and...