Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2018 i Better Homes and Gardens Australia

how fabulous is mince! If you’re like me, you’ll have goodly amounts of it in your freezer, ready to go any minute you need something easy, delicious and forever favourite. So whenever we run a mince feature in the magazine, we’re very excited. And here we come again with six new beauties you’ll just adore. We’ve travelled around from one exotic kitchen to another to give you new tastes and flavours to add to your repertoire. But the trick is, our food editor, Ellie Vernon, began by taking the classics you love and giving them new excitement. So good ol’ English cottage pie picks up Tex-Mex flavour – yum! Your perfect pasta goes even more perfect with minced pork and spicy chorizo sausage. Oh, please! What about your handy rissoles?…

“We wanted the story to continue throughout the house” KANE HARRISON, BUILDER When Bec and David Smith started planning their renovation, they wanted an ultra-contemporary design, within the bounds of the area’s heritage requirements. But when a letter from the house’s original builders dating back to 1902 fell out from behind an architrave, David and Bec chose to preserve the original house, adding a modern edge to the rear with a cantilevered ‘cube’. BRINGING IT TOGETHER The updated plans imagined a new life for the site, while respecting its history. Bec had been collecting cantilevered building looks from magazines, and David had long been a fan of the vertical groove Axon Cladding. Together with their builder Kane Harrison, the Smiths were able to get precisely the look they wanted; a slick,…

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get set to add red and white handmades to your home this winter. Why? Because it’s a fabulous colour combo! Create quilts featuring large-scale blocks, or knit cuddly throws – one simple and one a little trickier. Make a lovely piece of stitchery using simple patchwork and embroidery techniques, or crochet a sheep bolster that’s too cute to resist. And don’t stop there, put down your hooks and needles and try your hand at a lampshade. So reddy, set, go! Make your bed simply irresistible with your patchwork creation Instructions on page 174 “Give your red, white and blue scene a gorgeous touch of green with indoor plants, flowers and botanical prints” Quilts aren’t just for beds, display them in your lounge as art made by you Instructions on page…

GRILLED TUNA AND LIME TORTILLAS Preparation time 10 mins Cooking time 5 mins Serves 4 2 cups mixed baby tomatoes, chopped4 baby cucumbers, chopped4 limes, segmented, chopped½ bunch basil, leaves chopped¼ cup salted peanuts, chopped400g yellowfin tuna fillet2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil2 tsp sea-salt flakes, to season8 wholegrain tortillas½ head cos lettuce, tornStore-bought aioli, to serveHot sauce, to serveLime wedges, to serve STEP 1 Mix tomatoes, cucumbers, limes, basil and peanuts together in a large bowl. Set aside. STEP 2 Cut the tuna fillet into 2cm-thick slices. Rub with olive oil, then season with salt. STEP 3 Preheat a chargrill pan on high heat. Grill tuna slices for 1 minute on each side, until medium-rare. Set aside to rest for 1 minute. Finely slice. STEP 4 Lightly grill tortillas…

Mums are special, so make Mother’s Day special for the mum in your life. Pop into Woolies for all her breakfast in bed essentials, some pretty flowers and a card. You could even pick her up a gift card so she can treat herself. WHAT YOU’LL NEED + Avocados Avo on toast is a favourite – and pairs well with Vegemite! To pick the perfect avocado, use the colour test. If an avocado is olive green, it’s 2–3 days from prime ripeness. If it’s purplish-black, then it’s perfect for eating right away. + Bananas Whizz up a yummy, healthy smoothie for Mum by blending one ripe banana with milk, yoghurt, honey and ice. + Gold Tasmanian Smoked Salmon Draped over blinis or bagels, smoked salmon is a delicacy that always…

Baking is one of life’s great joys, but sometimes the results come with a side of guilt. Enjoy wholesome baking with this new range of better-for-you flours; Wholesome Blend Flour, a blend of wheat, coconut, millet and oat flours, and Coconut Flour, to introduce new flavours and texture into your baking. They bake just like your regular flour. So now you can bake your cake and eat it, too. SIMPLY SWAP, CUP FOR CUP With new White Wings Wholesome Blend (plain and self raising), simply swap it with your regular flour, cup for cup. There’s no need to adjust your recipes, or compromise on flavour. But don’t take our word for it, try this delicious Oat and Coconut Loaf recipe from leading Nutritionist Jacqueline Alwill, and enjoy a slice of…

WHITE TIGER & CUBS – Code: DD10.006 $49.95 – Design size: 52 x 52cm WHITE ON BLUE – Code: DD1.003 $10.95 – Design size: 10.2 x 10.2cm RED VASE – Code: DD12.022 $69.95 – Design size: 52 x 52cm FLUTTER BY SILVER – Code: DD5.023 $22.00 – Design size: 30.5 x 30.5cm DREAM BOATS – Code DD9.013 $42.95 – Design size: 47 x 38cm FEATHER WHISPERS – Code: DD5.024 $22.00 – Design size: 28 x 37cm KIT INCLUDES • High-quality colour-printed fabric • Diamond Dotz faceted beads, pre-sorted by shade • Diamond Dotz Stylus • Craft tray • Wax caddy STEPS IT’S AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3 STEP 1 Dip the stylus into the wax pot. STEP 2 Use stylus to pick up bead, facet-side up. STEP 3 Place…

1 RENT OUT YOUR CARAVAN If your RV, caravan or motorhome is sitting idle or costing you fees in storage, you can make some extra cash by renting it out via Camplify to trusted borrowers from interstate or around your area. The average person using this platform will earn from $280–$2100 a week. Borrowers save, as it’s more affordable than traditional companies, so everyone’s a winner. camplify.com.au 2 BECOME A PET SITTER Love all creatures great and small? Then sign up for Mad Paws, an online platform which connects pet owners with caring pet sitters to mind their dog or cat while away. With many people heading off travelling, they are searching for people to look after their adorable pets. Sitters can make about $220 a week, depending on how…

There are so many good makes for you in this issue. But you’ll particularly love our animal friends. Who can resist Mavis the sheep on page 70 for the whole family? And what junior jockey wouldn’t go crazy for our rockin’ rocking horse on page 146? So ready yourself for a menagerie month at your house. Meanwhile, reward yourself and check out our window furnishings competition on page 164. There’s $10,000 worth of prizes which will give any home a wonderful window lift. Good luck to you and good making!…

Whether it lies concealed behind a cupboard or has a whole dedicated room, it’s essential your laundry ticks all the boxes when it comes to being practical and functional. An attractive and well thought out design will ensure doing your laundry is a pleasure, not a chore! SMALL BUT PERFECTLY FORMED! If your laundry zone is hiding behind a pair of doors, it can still be brilliantly organised. A customised approach will see you optimise every single available centimetre of space: stacked appliances with a pull-out sorting table, sink with overhead hanging rod and shelving for overflow storage. Just make sure that there’s room for easily accessible laundry products and also somewhere to stash your dirty linen basket. “Leave sufficient room between spout and sink for filling vases or buckets…

FLARE MOSAIC LAP RUG KNIT KIT Kit includes: • 17 balls of 50g Cleckheaton Country 8ply 100% wool yarn in Bone (11 balls) and Deep Red (6 balls) • 4.00mm knitting needles • 4.00mm and 5.00mm (80cm long) circular needles • Yarn needle • Pattern leaflet Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. While every endeavour will be made to deliver within the specified time frame, if your parcel does not arrive on time, phone 1300 745 898. Offer ends 25/07/18, or while stocks last. Note, yarn and knitting needle styles and colours may vary. GARTER STRIPE THROW KNIT KIT Kit includes: • 41 balls 50g Heirloom Easy Care 12 ply 100% wool yarn in Almond and Holly (see left) OR 41 balls 50g Heirloom Easy Care 12 ply…

When it comes to this style of meat, there is a definite star-studded line-up of classics you already love. So for something a teeny bit different, we have added a delicious new twist to each one of these, which you’ll adore just as much. GRILLED CHICKEN KOFTAS Preparation time 15 mins plus 30 mins chilling Cooking time 10 mins Serves 4 500g chicken mince3 cloves garlic, finely grated1 green shallot, finely chopped3 Tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves1 Tbsp finely chopped mint leaves, plus extra to serve2 tsp ground cumin2 tsp ground coriander½ tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp fine salt½ tsp freshly ground black pepperHummus, to serveLabne, to serveArabic bread, to serveLemon wedges, to servePomegranate arils, to serve TOMATO SALAD 250g punnet mixed cherry tomatoes, quartered2 tomatoes, roughly chopped2 Tbsp extra…

ROAST VEGETABLE FRITATTA Preheat oven to 210°C fan-forced (230°C conventional). Cook 2 x 500g Woolworths Simply Roast Mixed Vegetables With Garlic & Rosemary as per packet instructions. Meanwhile, grease a 27 x 17cm slice tin with cooking oil spray and line base and sides with baking paper. Transfer hot roast vegetables to prepared tin. Scatter 60g baby spinach leaves over the top and gently toss. Put 8 free-range eggs into a large bowl, whisk well, season, then pour over the top of the vegetables. Scatter with 100g roughly crumbled Greek-style feta. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown and egg is set. Serve with tomato chutney, green salad and crusty bread. Serves 4. SALMON POTATO Put a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil…

With a little creative know-how, you can easily get your pad party-ready, and quickly become the host with the most. These clever and easy-to-DIY decorating ideas will turn your place into the prettiest space for an anniversary, an intimate wedding, a casual family party or any other kind of special celebration. Here’s cheers to you! PROJECT 1 Get snap happy Design your own ‘photo booth’ for your special event – they’re all the rage at weddings and events these days. To make, source a few old picture frames (from the shed or op shops) and spruce them up with paint. Attach cup hooks to frames, then suspend them at staggered heights, some at angles inside others, using sash cord. PS, don’t forget to consider the background – lush foliage or…

do you want to grow fruit and vegies but think you don’t have the space? Think again! This amazing edible garden above an inner-city Sydney building is a verdant inspiration. And whether you’re gardening on a rooftop or the concrete slab where your old shed used to be, or even in a paved courtyard, the same principles apply. about the garden Located on the roof of The Wayside Chapel in Sydney’s Kings Cross is an extraordinary community garden. At 200 square metres, the garden has over 50 varieties of vegies, fruits and herbs. The organic food, grown by volunteers under the guidance of head gardener, Jon Kingston, is shared with the community and also used in the street-level cafe. This urban green space is a shining example not only of…

Outdoor lighting is an attractive and practical way to add value to your home. It can bring outdoor spaces like decks and barbecue areas to life after hours and during winter. Plus, a well-lit exterior improves security by deterring unwanted visitors. Solar is a great option for outdoor lighting and offers an easy-to-install DIY solution. Or you can choose wired lighting which you’ll need an electrician to install for you. There are so many affordable, effective ways to light up your home, and you’ll love the difference it will make. Path lighting makes a feature of your garden while guiding you safely to your door STYLE AND SAFETY MOTION-SENSOR FLOODLIGHTS AND WALL-MOUNTED LIGHTS ARE A GREAT WAY TO LIGHT UP PATHS, STAIRS, PORCHES AND GARDENS Floodlights throw a wide beam…

most women agree their hair plays a big role in how they see themselves. A good hair day always puts a spring in your step. So how do you make your day? First, get your shade just right. For a hair colour to work its magic, it must suit the undertone of your skin (see Colour Code, opposite page). Next up, ongoing maintenance is the key to making hair the great asset it can be. Oh and the right shade of lippy does wonders, too! Fabulous hair Here are four ways to keep your locks looking like you’ve just stepped out of the salon, even if it’s your own bathroom 1 wash with care Dyed hair needs products designed to gently clean and preserve its colour. Harsh shampoos may cause…

ON THE SHELF Need extra storage in the kitchen? Budget won’t stretch to extra units? Do yourself and your kitchen a favour and source lengths of recycled timber planks for open shelving. Cut down and mounted on plain metal brackets, the knots and marks of age add untold character. SHAPE UP When it comes to vases, choose vessels that offer a special appeal – even without flowers! STEP ON IT Narrow shelves can be your best friend. Fixed on the wall, even one shelf allows you to change or rearrange your art or photos at will and thus change the feel of your room instantly. One that has a lip will keep pictures from toppling over. Avoid same-sized frames as a stepped arrangement will draw the eye so your sofa…

full of life and colour, this coastal suburban garden was designed to look like a disorganised Hawaiian-esque jungle, but is very much a family backyard. There are plenty of places to sit and relax, but also more than enough lawn for the kids to play on – or to destroy, as the owner says! The garden is abundant with canna, plumeria, hibiscus and ginger, but that’s it for flowers! Year-round colour is also achieved with foliage plants – cordyline, coleus, alcantarea, vriesea and calathea. Come and take a look at this green thumb’s creation and pick up a few ideas to try at your own place. “I don’t do fussy plants – if they don’t like it here, well, see ya! I tend to let the garden grow on and…

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Warm up with glistening sweet and gooey desserts, all in the name of caramel. Each delicious treat features the flavour of caramel to add a touch of irresistible nostalgia. CARAMEL, BANANA AND COCONUT CAKE Preparation time 25 mins Cooking time 35 mins Serves 10-12 Cooking oil spray, to grease250g coconut sugar250g butter, chopped, softened3 free-range eggs3 cups plain flour2 tsp baking powder1 tsp bicarbonate of soda1 tsp ground cinnamon250ml milk2 Tbsp white vinegar1 cup mashed ripe banana½ cup toasted coconut flakes½ quantity caramel sauce, cooled (see recipe, on opposite page) CREAM CHEESE FROSTING 2 x 250g block cream cheese, chopped, softened 1 cup icing sugar mixture, sifted STEP 1 Preheat oven to 170°C fan-forced (190°C conventional). Grease 2 x 20cm round cake tins with cooking oil spray and line with…

DATE, RICOTTA AND HONEY TART Preparation time 30 mins Cooking time 1 hour 10 mins Serves 8 150g fresh dates (about 10), pitted80g butter, melted200g fresh white breadcrumbs, lightly toasted (see Cook’s tips)Zest of 2 lemons500g fresh ricotta50g caster sugar5 free-range eggs350g mascarpone200g thick plain yoghurt150g honey, plus 100g extra to drizzle (optional)2 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp ground clovesSea-salt flakes STEP 1 Preheat oven to 150°C fan-forced (170°C conventional). Line a 26cm springform tin with baking paper. STEP 2 Chop dates. Place in a bowl and add just enough boiling water to cover. Set aside for 10 minutes to soften. Mix to a chunky paste. STEP 3 Brush sides and base of lined tin generously with melted butter. STEP 4 Combine breadcrumbs and zest of 1 lemon in a bowl.…

THE QUEEN OF AUSSIE KITCHENS To celebrate their milestone 120th anniversary, Queen have master-blended an incredibly special vanilla, worthy of your very best baking. With inspiration from the little red bottle of Queen vanilla you’ve grown up with, this limited-release pure vanilla extract is the culmination of their long heritage in vanilla. It’s heady, rich and worth baking for. Congrats, Queen! Visit queen.com.au. no melt ice-cream Allen’s and Peters have collaborated to create a delectable lolly range inspired by the classic Drumstick with flavours like smooth Vanilla, Super Choc and luscious Boysenberry. Pick a packet up in the confectionery aisle of your supermarket. See allenslollies.com.au. CUTE-AS PUMPKIN These gorgeous mini 14cm pumpkin-shaped ceramic cocottes by Staub will ensure your meal looks truly irresistible, whatever filling you choose. Great for serving…

rather than letting your glass vases and other decorative vessels sink into the scenery, give them a starring role around your home with a quick DIY makeover using specialty paints, twine or craft-time remnants. Oh, and PS, these beauties will cost you next to nix! 1 HEY, GROUPIE Bunched up nice and close, it’s amazing what impact you can create with recycled, same-sized clear glass bottles, simply tied together with jute twine. To make them, wrap twine around the perimeter of your grouping of six bottles, at about waist height, and then tie it off. Use more twine between rows of bottles to tie them into a neat grid, knotting the twine to the perimeter. 2 FROSTY FINISH You can easily bring a subtle frosted effect to clear glass vases,…

plant now FLOWERS All zones Alyssum, calendula, cineraria, dianthus, primula, pansy and viola. Zones 2–5 Bellis, candytuft, Canterbury bells, carnation, cornflower, forget-me-not, foxglove, nigella, penstemon, polyanthus, poppy, snapdragon, stock, sweet pea and wallflower. Zones 6–8 Aster, celosia, marigold, nasturtium, salvia, scabiosa and zinnia. VEGETABLES All zones Broad beans, lettuce, cress and mustard. Zones 2-6 Asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, garlic, onion, peas, radish, shallots, spinach and rhubarb crowns. Zones 7–8 Beans, beetroot, broccoli, leek, spring onion, sweet potato, turnip and zucchini. 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…

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…

There are a few great Aussie inventions that have genuinely changed the way we live, and the Hills Hoist is one of them. Easy to use and built to last, its iconic design made Hills a household name. Still going strong today, Hills’ original and new laundry solutions continue to offer the same design integrity, quality and innovation Australians know and trust. HILLS HOISTS AND ROTARY CLOTHESLINES From galvanised to powder coated designs, rotary folding hoists to fixed rotary hoists, there’s a Hills Hoist Clothesline to suit every family and yard size! PORTABLE CLOTHESLINES Hills Portable Clotheslines are an innovative indoor-outdoor drying solution that bridges the gap between conventional outdoor clotheslines and indoor clothes airers. These clotheslines handle a full wash load – even sheets – and are tough, durable…

a classic wooden rocking horse kit that you’ve put together can be a bit plain, but you can make it come to life! Paint the body to match your favourite breed then add a mane, eyes and ears. Finish off with a comfy saddle and she’ll be ready to ride for generations to come. THE TOY FACTORY The pedestal rocking horse kit used here is from The Toy Factory. Located at Gumeracha, in the Adelaide Hills 40 minutes from Adelaide, it has been operating since 1973 and produces a wide range of quality wooden toys, furniture, games and puzzles. It’s also the home of the world’s biggest rocking horse, which is 18 metres tall. At the factory you can climb the big rocking horse, see the animals in the wildlife…

when it comes to those lose-weight-quick schemes, there are millions of them, each one promising to get you slim in no time at all. But can we be frank? They don’t work. So what does work? Well, the goal is to form healthy habits that last. Making small, manageable changes over a period of time is a proven strategy. And once you’ve successfully mastered incremental changes, whether it takes a week or a month, you can gradually incorporate new ones to build on your success. Here are suggestions to get you started. ADD more water SUBTRACT sugary soft drinks And here we also mean sweet coffees, wine, beer and mixers. Why it works Increasing your daily water intake keeps you hydrated, which is important for transporting nutrients, joint lubrication and…

Luxaflex Window Fashions is renowned for offering Australia’s largest range of inspirational shading solutions. Their wide product offering includes blinds, shutters and venetians, sunscreens and awnings − all with a focus on beauty, innovation and durability. For more information on their range visit www.luxaflex.com.au. PRIZE INCLUDES: • Up to $10,000 worth of Luxaflex products and a $1000 voucher towards installation* HOW TO ENTER: 1. Visit bhg.com.au/win. 2. Complete the entry form. 3. Tell us in 25 words or less how you would use the LUXAFLEX® Window Fashions prize to enhance your home. * Entrants must be 18+ and the homeowner of the property they intend to apply the prize to at the time of accepting the prize. Each winner must be within a Luxaflex store service area; visit www.luxaflex.com.au/find-a-showroom/ for…

join our TV presenters as they visit this great city. It’s no secret that Adelaide punches well above its weight when it comes to food, culture, art and architecture. From street art and cool alleyway bars to the glitz and glamour of the cabaret festival, it’s easy to see why Adelaide is so much more than just the ‘city of churches’ in 2018. the city of festivals Adelaide’s festival calendar is fairly busy, with the city hosting a number of world-class events that draw thousands of visitors every year, so plan now for your trip next year. The Adelaide Fringe is famous for turning on the lights and colour during February and March, bringing the far-out and fabulous to Adelaide’s streets. For more than 55 years the Adelaide Festival in…

BUZZ QUILT Easy Finished size 239 x 272cm 94 x 107 inches Gather your supplies Fabric requirement • Red – 5 metres for blocks • White – 5 metres for blocks • 70cm for binding • Backing fabric Here’s how STEP 1 Cut 45 white 13 x 13 inch squares. Cut 45 red 13 x 13 inch squares. STEP 2 Refer to Creating HST instructions and diagram. With right sides together, pair one white square with one red square. Create 90 HST units. STEP 3 Take the HST units and (following Diagram 1) create blocks by cutting the HST unit into 4 equal strips of 3 1/8 th inches. Once the strips are cut invert the strips to match the diagram. Trim long strips to 11 inches long in order…

DESIGN ONLINE LivingStyles.com.au is an online retailer specialising in top-quality home furnishings for customers with a taste for the latest and best designs at great prices. There are superb deals on a range of furniture, lighting, rugs, stools, bunk beds, home decor and kitchenware online. IT'S ALL ON TAP The new Zip HydroTap Celsius All-In-One Arc is the ultimate in functionality and design. This smart system offers filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling drinking water, plus unfiltered hot and cold water, all from a single tap. Learn more about this kitchen essential at zipwater.com ALL GOODNESS, NO GUILT These new flours are a wholesome blend of wheat, millet, oat and coconut flours which can be swapped with your regular flour, cup for cup, in all your favourite recipes. Bake in some…

TIPS TO KEEP THEM warm & toasty During winter, keep your pets warm and you may prevent potential respiratory problems or hypothermia, even depression! Provide shelter for outdoor pooches with soft and warm bedding in an insulated kennel, raised off the ground by several centimetres. Add a doggy heating pad for extra warmth and comfort at night, especially for arthritic pets, as pain and stiffness intensify in cold weather. Breeds particularly sensitive to the cold include shorter-haired dogs and those with less body fat. Dress them in a jacket or jumper for walks. For cats that prefer to brave the elements, offer appropriate outdoor shelter and consider using furry/fleecy cushions, heated mats and hot water bottles. Keep your bird’s cage by a sunny, draught-free window and cover it at night…

3 WAYS WITH ONE SOFA, P43 TAKE IT EASY • Adairs Noelle fringe cushion in Sage, 40 x 40cm, $49.99. Bombay velvet cushion in Navy, 50 x 50cm, $59.99. Ballarat round s/table in White/Oak parquetry, $149.99. • Country Road Nomi storage ladder in Natural, $299. Enli glass vase, large, $49.95. Atlanta small vase, $39.95. Nolly small box, $29.95. • Jardan Winston Chair with custom upholstery, POA. • Kmart Knot cushion in Pink, $8. Wood tray with mirror, $5. • MRD Home (Julie Lewis Agency): Piper side table in White and Marble, 500 x 500mm, $629. Norse round velvet cushion in Sepia, 400 x 400mm, $69. Issey long cushion in Pale Blue, 380 x 780mm, $129. Nendo pendant medium in Pale grey, 650 x 400mm, $149. Issey fringe throw in Pale…