Posted by tim, December 18, 2010
Struggling for Christmas gift ideas? How about a Bengal tiger, an Asian elephant or a giant panda? The WWF have created an amazing project whereby you can contribute from as little as £3 a month to help an animal that’s in severe danger of extinction. There are apparently only 35 of the beautiful Amur leopards (like the cub in the photo) left on our planet. And it’s so easy to do something to help. Adopt one of the beauty’s. Adoption will include a more practical stocking filler than your new endangered friend, namely a look-a-like soft toy, updates about your adopted species 3 times a year and ‘loads more fun and interesting stuff.’ Have a look on their site for more details http://support.wwf.org.uk
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Posted by tim, December 10, 2010
Many millions of perfectly trimmed trees accompany us through the festive season. Then, come January when we’re recovering from our yuletide hangover we’re chucking them out the door and picking up the pine needles. How about decking your living room with a tree that’s not just for Christmas? You can get a 3-4 ft tall living Christmas tree in a pot for £34.99, lush greeny-blue foliage and no pesky pine needles that drop off according to their site. For more info on delivery dates have a look at their site www.crocus.co.uk
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Posted by tim, December 6, 2010
The good thing about december is that people are less judgmental if you crack open the alcohol a little earlier in the day. After all with the artic chill frosting up the air we need a touch more than our knitted layers and a cup of tea to maintain a festive glow. Warm spicey cider is our tip for this winter. A medly of cloves, ginger, star anise and cinnamon infused into a light fruity apple cider, it’s liquid Christmas cheer in a bottle. You don’t even have to leave the house to get it because Kent Cider will deliver their special brew to your doorstep. Stock up here.
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Posted by tim, October 21, 2010
When Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, there’s nothing to be done but gather around the hearth and roast chestnuts in your cozy living room (or outdoors.)
Things You’ll Need:
Firewood
Chestnuts
Salt
Frying Pan With Lid
Oven Mitts
Paring Knives
- Choose a utensil that has a long handle such as a frying pan
- Clean dirt off of chestnuts.
- Cut an X into the shell of each chestnut with a paring knife to avoid a buildup of steam inside the nuts.
- Place chestnuts in pan and cover.
- Roast over the coals of an open hearth for 15 to 25 minutes or until the chestnuts are tender and the shells are beginning to open.
- Peel chestnuts when they are cool enough to handle and serve with salt if desired.
If your trying this outside (or inside) keep your feet nice and toasty with a pair of our fair isle 100% wool socks.
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