Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2018 i Better Homes and Gardens Australia

“Water in your garden, in a pond, fountain, bowl or birdbath will add serenity and beauty beyond whatever else lives there. So with a day or so to spare right now, include water however you can, where you can see, hear and savour it PAGE 50” aha now the Christmas kerfuffle is over – breathe easy – there’s a reward of a small break for some of you and lots of days for others, you lucky lot! Enjoy! Enjoy! But want to know what you people do at this time of the year? Well, we’re here to tell you and perhaps inspire you with a thing or two you might not have considered before. For starters, you potter in the garden: a trim here, a creation there, maybe an update…

a place for everything and everything in its place makes for a happy home. True! It stays organised and you feel calmer. So if you’re stumped for storage ideas, or have areas considered no-go zones for all your clutter, read on… Living COLOUR No, you don’t need a bigger home, just smart solutions! 1 Put the focus squarely on your collections. Instead of scattering them around your home, gather your faves in one spot for max impact sans the clutter. 2 Go for a bold, look-at-me colour to highlight storage – especially if it’s been custom-built. It smacks of confidence and will make everyone sit up and take notice. 3 Give a fresh spin to traditional cubed storage pieces and put your best china and glassware on display. Need to…

growing basics The growing requirements of a plant group this diverse are wideranging, but here are the general rules for successful cultivation. Climate Most Euphorbia species require a warm climate and are frost sensitive. The exceptions are the perennial types (known as ‘spurges’), which will grow in cooler climates and tolerate some degree of frost. Position Most species will thrive in an open, sunny part of the garden. However, among the perennial spurge types, there are many which can tolerate cool, moist and even shady positions. Soil A free-draining, or even gravelly, soil suits most species. The succulent types do well in containers, planted in a cactus and succulent potting mix. The shrubby species (like the poinsettia) prefer a somewhat richer soil that has been improved with organic matter. Water…

1 TAKE A LAUNDRY TUB A painted metal tub with handles makes a portable pond you can tuck into any corner. PS, lucky bamboo – really a dracaena – can be grown in water. 2 FIND A WINE BARREL Half-wine barrels are popular planters and wow as water gardens, too. A pond liner is essential, as caulking all the joints is too much work and still leaves the risk of leaks! Go for strappy-leaved variegated water iris, adding an emergent plant like a water poppy for shapely leaves that float on the surface and sit just above the water line. 3 USE A GLAZED URN Take your cue from Japanese water gardens and create a scaled-down version with an urn filled with water, rocks and tall, strappy-leaved plants. Lengths of…

plant now flowers Zones 2–5 Ageratum, aquilegia, begonia, bellis, candytuft, Canterbury bells, cineraria, larkspur, cornflower, delphinium, gypsophila, hollyhock, nasturtium, nemesia, pansy, penstemon, poppy, primula, salvia, statice, stock, sweet pea, sweet william, verbena and wallflower. Zones 6–8 Alyssum, begonia, cosmos, gomphrena, petunia, portulaca, salvia, torenia and zinnia. vegetables All zones Carrot, lettuce. Zones 2-5: Broccoli, brussels sprout, cabbage, cauliflower, kohlrabi, parsley, peas, radish, rhubarb, shallot, silverbeet, spinach and spring onion. Zones 6–8: Capsicum, eggplant and tomato. KEY TO CLIMATE ZONES In each issue we give ideas, tips and planting advice for different climate zones, so it’s important to find the zone number for your area. Naturally, there will be cooler, warmer, wetter and drier areas in each zone, so ask a horticulturist at your local nursery which zone best matches your…

Times are in Australian Eastern Standard Time, AEST. This applies to NSW, the ACT, Qld, Vic and Tas. For SA and NT, deduct half an hour. For WA, deduct two hours. During Daylight Saving Time, add one hour. How to use the calendar Best days Second-best days On these days, thin out seed boxes, sow all types of seeds and plant seedlings that produce their crop above the ground. These include all varieties of peas, beans, corn, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, brussels sprout, eggplant, lettuce, celery, silverbeet, spinach, endive, Chinese cabbage, tomato, cucumber, asparagus crowns, artichoke, marrow, pumpkin, capsicum, melon, zucchini, chicory, sprouts, rhubarb, all herbs (except garlic) and all agricultural crops, such as sunflower, grains, cereals, canola and cotton. During these days, you can also plant flowering shrubs, annuals, flowers…

PANNA COTTA WITH BERRIES Preparation time 20 mins plus 6 hours chilling Cooking time 5 mins Serves 6 450ml light milk300ml light thickened cream1 vanilla bean, split12 x 1.5g sticks Whole Earth Sweetener Co Nature Sweet, plus extra 4 sticks4 tsp gelatine powder100ml cold water125g strawberries, quartered125g punnet raspberries125g punnet blueberries1 tsp vanilla extract2 Tbsp lemon juiceMint leaves, to garnish STEP 1 Put milk, cream and vanilla bean in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until mixture comes to a simmer then remove from heat and stir in sweetener. Set aside. STEP 2 Meanwhile, put gelatine and cold water into a microwavable jug, then whisk with a fork. Set aside for 3 minutes to soften, then microwave for 30-45 seconds or until gelatine has…

FOODIE FAVES COOK’S TIP Cooking with salt dough is an ancient Chinese technique. A basic dough is made and rolled out, then simply wrapped around whatever you’re cooking – in this case, Ed’s delicious cake. It guarantees the food inside stays soft and tender. Don’t be put off if the dough turns dark – its contents will be perfectly cooked! SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 DO I LOOK FAMILIAR? These recipes featured in past issues. Now, due to TV’s ‘Best of’ series here they are again for you to enjoy! FIRE-GRILLED BEEF Preparation time 10 mins plus 15 mins resting Cooking time 15 mins Serves 4 4 x 350g thick-cut porterhouse steaks2 tsp whole white peppercorns1 tsp celery seeds1 tsp fennel seeds½ cup extra virgin olive oil1 Tbsp sea-salt…

a drill isn’t just a great tool for making holes. With the variety of different attachments available, you can use your drill to mix, sharpen, scour, sand and polish. Mix things up A mixer attachment lets you quickly stir paint that has settled in the tin. A large one is particularly handy for mixing powdered glues and renders that are added to water. It’s a lot quicker and easier than mixing by hand and gives you a creamy consistency every time. ADD A SHINE Make any metal surface sparkle with a polishing pad. There are different shapes and sizes to suit every metal surface. Use them with the required buffing compound to suit the metal and level of polish you need. IN A FLAP Flap wheels are sanding tools that…

if you’ve run out of wall space for cupboards or shelves to store more gear at home, then you’ll love this little project. The low storage unit is perfect for hard-to-use spots, like under a window or at the foot of a bed. All you’ll need to build it are a couple of sheets of plywood and a few strips of pine. Top it off with a padded seat cushion and you’ve got a handy bench seat as well. An upholsterer can make a cushion to fit, or you can buy dense foam and sew your own cover. FOR YOU TO NOTE • When using power tools, wear all safety gear required and refer to your product instructions. • Check all components against actual unit as it is being built…

a new year and a clean slate – it’s the perfect time to shake up the status quo. Whether you want to slay skinny jeans, get fit, learn Japanese, build better relationships, get your finances in order or redecorate your home, making a New Year’s resolution to get it done seems like a fab idea. Fuelled by a few glasses of bubbly and full of conviction, what could go wrong? Ah, so much! Let’s be honest here; a typical resolution bites the dust before the door hits January in the butt. Why is it, that no matter how much you want to achieve what you’ve promised yourself, resolutions are always so dang hard to keep? WHY RESOLUTIONS FAIL Blame the approach. We tend to talk in black-and-white absolutes when the…

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SURF’S UP Art can change a room’s mood in an instant. Hang a piece that’s fun and not too fancy for lighthearted, resort-style decorating. GOING TROPPO Do you ache for a touch of the tropics on your walls, but you’ve never worked up the courage to paper them? Then this idea is right up your alley. Instead of languishing as a kerbside reject, this old-to-new cabinet happily wows with colourful impact. GARDEN PARADISO Escape to a secluded oasis for entertaining – in the midst of your courtyard. To lend the space just the right amount of tropical panache, layer smart black outdoor wicker furniture with exotic floral print cushions. PS, all things lush, growing and green are welcome. “Make everyone green with envy by bringing the outdoors inside with easy-peasy…

1 Install long shelves to utilise open space above a banquette. Opt for a pair of stacked shelves if you can’t part with your books. You know – the ones that are just too good to give away. To prevent the shelves from bowing, reinforce the load with brackets every 450mm to 600mm. 2 Put inexpensive modular cubes to good use as a thrifty alternative to built-ins. They can provide muchneeded storage, even as they act as banquette seating or as sentinels guarding those seated. 3 The Shaker-style simplicity of this type of round shelf takes neat and tidy to a new level. Use it to store smaller essentials or combine with beautiful but understated on-theme objects. 4 Hats off to this idea! How good does this repurposed bedhead look…

flowing, cascading, misting, burbling, gurgling or serenely still, water adds another dimension to your outdoor space. Water features actually cool the air, provide a calming atmosphere and block out background noise. And, water is a big drawcard for all sorts of wildlife, including pollinators and insect eaters, so even a small feature can boost your outdoor living experience. It’s a doable DIY project, as you can dig and line a hole, turn a pot into a pond or buy a freestanding fountain, without paying big dollars for landscape design. Or you can go the whole hog and call in the pros to transform your deck, patio or backyard. 1 UP THE RIVER A sunny courtyard is lovely, but lots of paving and stone can be too hot to handle, even…

when you live in the inner burbs, front gardens are often a tiny affair – but that’s no reason to leave them neglected. The rectangular space between the fence and the porch can make all the difference to how your house presents itself to the street, creating appealing first impressions and adding to its value. So don’t let your home down – take a cue from this simple weekend garden makeover. DO I LOOK FAMILIAR? This story featured in a past issue. Now, due to TV’s ‘Best of’ series here it is again for you to enjoy! EASY LANDSCAPING Start with a clear-out, removing shabby and dead plants, as well as weeds, rocks and other debris. Retain any healthy mature shrubs or screening plants and work them into your new…

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as you bask in the afterglow of yuletide fun with the family, no doubt your fridge is chock-a-block with leftovers waiting for a new life. Ham, roast chook, vegetables, cheese board delights, relishes and puddings are the star ingredients in these quick-to-make summer night faves. Use up roast vegetables, spinach leaves, salted nuts and mustard Use up leg ham, relish or chutney, spinach leaves and tasty cheese BREAKFAST PIZZA Preparation time 10 mins Cooking time 15 mins Serves 4 2 x 23cm store-bought pizza bases½ cup chutney or relish (we used a beetroot relish)100g tasty cheese left over from a cheese platter, coarsely grated½ cup baby spinach leaves1 cup thinly sliced leg ham2 free-range eggs1 avocado, diced¼ cup dill sprigs STEP 1 Preheat oven to 220°C fan-forced (240ºC conventional). Line…

1 MAKE FARMYARD FRIENDS Rummage around your craft box and you might just already have the supplies you need to make this foursome of barnyard buddies. Their bodies are all made with recycled corks – just decorate each using thin felt, pipe cleaners, beads, cotton wool and water-based paint to make a piggy, cow, sheep and chook. 2 brighten up your room! Is your bedroom singing out for an update? Search online for graphic wallpaper that you can stick to one wall, then use its colour to inspire the rest of your room makeover. You can paint other walls and furniture in bright colours, frame one of your artworks and choose colourful bedding, too. 3 PITCH A TENT Want a space where you can play, watch a movie or take…

tow a retro caravan into a handy position, then transform it into a backyard hideaway you’ll love! To create a teen’s art space, a music room or simply a spot for escape, revamp the interior in colourful boho style. You can add a table and chairs out front, covered by a simple shade structure. DO I LOOK FAMILIAR? This story featured in a past issue. Now, due to TV’s ‘Best of’ series here it is again for you to enjoy! 1. Feeling snoozy? Take five from crafty endeavours on a comfy day bed dressed with an eclectic mix of throws and cushions. Bring in a plant or two in baskets or pots to complete your home away from home. SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 2. Brighten the vibe by…

Be my valentine For many pet lovers, Valentine’s Day is a time to show their animal companions how much they love them. Let us count the ways… • Embark on a pet-friendly holiday anywhere in Australia! Visit holidayingwithdogs.com.au • Food, glorious food! Spoil your beloved buddy with a basket of gourmet pet treats. • A collar full of hearts is the way to go! Or, how about treating your pet to a sparkling new food bowl or a portrait of them for your wall? • The greatest act of love is saving a life! Adopt an animal – from a dog, cat, reptile or bird to a rabbit, guinea pig or even a farm animal. Check out poundpaws.com.au • A word of caution – chocolate, sweets and some types of plants…

LAMINGTON BISCUITS Preparation time 20 mins plus 30 mins setting Cooking time 15 mins Makes 18 125g butter, chopped, softened½ cup caster sugar1 tsp vanilla extract1¼ cups plain flour2 Tbsp cornflour½ tsp baking powder4½ tsp raspberry jam200g dark chocolate melts, melted2 Tbsp desiccated coconut STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C fanforced (200°C conventional). Line 2 oven trays with baking paper. STEP 2 Put butter, sugar and vanilla in a large bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer on high speed until pale and creamy. Add flour, cornflour and baking powder and stir with a wooden spoon until combined, forming a soft dough. STEP 3 Roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls and arrange on prepared trays, 5cm apart. Use a fork to slightly flatten into a thick disc. Use…

magnificent lush monstera leaves, bright armfuls of hibiscus blooms and a splash of flamingo pink – it’s time for a well-deserved summer soiree, and these paper-cut party decos will turn your table troppo with a cheerful cocktail of colour and style. So get your craft on, invite the crowd and mingle or, better yet, flamingle! 1 Thinking pink This pair of pinkies are minding a pineapple, but could be anywhere. For cut-outs this size, scrapbook card isn’t rigid enough, so these ladies are double-sided with stiff card between the outer layers. Use foam core to raise the wings. For instructions, see page 174 2 Floral fiesta For big events, big spaces or big impact, these big and beautiful blooms, made from card, are just the ticket. The secret to their…

1 Aim high in the style stakes and reach for the top. Install a rail and rolling ladder in your kitchen – the type you’ve seen in libraries. On a budget? Hang a folding stool on the wall or the back of your pantry door. 2 Preserving seemed like a good idea but you’ve thought better about it? So what to do with all those jars? Put them to use as cutlery, candle and tea-light holders and show them off in a vintage caddy! 3 Ramp up the functionality of a freestanding food-prep island with a utensil or cutlery drawer or both. Even if your drawer is of standard depth, you can maximise the storage with movable drawer inserts. 4 One rail, many hooks and pots, pans, utensils, even dried…

packed inside and out with retro and vintage finds, this colourful garden is all about creative expression. Who needs brand new, when you can transform old wares in such creative ways? A tribute to the power of paint, flowers, repurposed wares – and a sense of humour – the garden exudes energy and fun, much like its owner, who finds it an antidote to his hectic lifestyle. 1 Quirky garden from beginning to end, here a metallic rooster with a happy face adds a touch of humour to a bed of white primulas. 2 For year-round colour, hang a few brightly painted objects among your plants. These tiny, lightweight ornamental birdcages were a recent purchase in Bali. 3 A pair of whimsical handcarved chickens deserve their own seat – right…

• Position your water feature in easy reach of an outdoor power point, so you don’t have to run a long lead from the pump. • Check the pump can lift the appropriate volume of water to the height required, remembering that the water volume decreases with the output height. • Choose a pump with a higher capacity than needed and adjust the flow rate, instead of having the pump working flat out. • Play with different fittings, such as water bell or sprinkler, to achieve the sort of fountain effect you’re after. • Low-voltage pumps can be installed DIY, but you’ll need an electrician for a standard voltage model. • Water features with fish and aquatic plants need to be 30cm deep, which is also the maximum depth allowed…

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Colour your home beautiful with one, or both, of these vibrant handmade throws. Worked in either a delicious summer-weight cotton blend or an acrylic yarn, they're perfect for warm-weather hooking or knitting. Mandala motifs If you’re a fan of crochet, this colourful throw, with its circle-in-a-square motifs, has your name all over it. Basically, it’s the one pattern repeated in six different colourways. Give it a try, it’s not as tricky as it looks. Promise! Easy-breezy stripes Put the zing into your room with this vivid stocking stitch throw. Its graphic horizontal stripes will tempt you, whatever your skill level. Made in three separate panels you stitch together, it features 12 stand-out colours and cheeky fringe detailing. Instructions on page 178 STRIPE THROW Easy knitting Measurements Approx. 110 x 150cm…

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you’re in charge of your own health story. This means that what you do (or don’t do) makes a big difference. For best results, lean in and listen to what your body is trying to tell you! 6 WAYS TO ACE YOUR STEPS Doing 10,000 steps a day sounds huge, but incidental exercise – the kind you do without trying – adds up fast. A wearable fitness tracker aids motivation! You could... • Take the stairs • Mow the grass • Window shop • Dance to your jam • Park in the furthest spot • Jump or walk in place on a mini trampoline while you catch up on your fave TV show EAT AWAY JOINT PAIN What do we want? No joint pain! When do we want it? Now!…

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THINKING PINK Makes 1 flamingo Gather your supplies • Scrapbooking card in pink, pale pink and black • Stiff card • Foam core board You’ll also need Brother ScanNCut CM900 machine and Standard Mat or craft knife and cutting mat; double-sided tape; craft glue; bamboo skewer Notes: Scan Flamingo diagrams (body, wings, beak, beak accents, eye and pupil) into ScanNCut machine and save to USB or into machine. Using Standard Mat, set blade to 3 and pressure to 0. Before you start, smooth a sheet of scrapbooking card onto mat. Feed mat into machine and test cut. Adjust depth and pressure, if needed. Alternatively, enlarge diagrams with a copier and use as templates to cut pieces by hand. Here’s how STEP 1 From the pink card, cut out 2 Flamingo…

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