Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2020 i Better Homes and Gardens Australia

The crisp air, shorter days and longer nights all encourage me to hibernate and indulge my passion for all things knitting and crochet related. I’m the type who yearns to check out the new season yarns and the latest patterns. And yes, I do succumb and add to my ever-growing stash despite the fact that I still have two or three projects on the go from last year! I really am like a kid in a lolly shop, excited beyond belief and irresistibly drawn to the colours, the textures, the possibilities… And so I urge you to flip the magazine and flick through the bumper crochet and knitting special with pages and pages of homewares, garments and accessories galore. You’ll find projects that are quick and easy and others you’ll…

LARGE EXHIBITION These are the giants of the group at more than 200mm in diameter, with petals loosely curved inwards and enclosing the centres. Top petals have a tidy appearance, while the lower petals dangle down like a skirt. MEDIUM EXHIBITION These are smaller (160-200mm) but have a similar shape to large exhibition blooms. SPOON While this bloom has a similar shape to a single, its petals are narrower with tips that are shaped like spoons. BRUSH OR THISTLE These fine, tubular petals look like used artists’ brushes or fan out like a thistle. POMPONE A tidy, compact ball with petals that are either regularly incurving or reflexing, hiding the centre of the bloom. SINGLE This is a true daisy-like flower with the centre exposed and one or more layers…

Garden Editor SEASON SPECIALS Lift the colour in your world. REX RULES As the flowers fade, you’ve always got the stunning leaves of begonia rex. IT’S EXQUISITE If you’re lucky, your ixora will flower all year. Otherwise, grow it indoors. BECOME A FAN Your ginkgo leaves will start turning a beautiful butter yellow. PLANT NOW In each issue we give ideas, tips and planting advice for cooler, warmer, wetter and drier areas in each zone, so ask at your local nursery which zone best matches your conditions. FLOWERS ALL ZONES Cineraria, cornflower, delphinium (left), pansy, poppy, primula, statice, stock, sweetpea and viola. ZONES 1-3 Aquilegia, calendula (bottom left), erigeron, helichrysum, hollyhock, impatiens, lupin, nemesia, nigella and petunia. ZONES 4-6 Alyssum, lobelia, penstemon, phlox, snapdragon and wallflower. VEGETABLES ALL ZONES Broad…

Bring nature and art to your garden with any one of these unique and engaging animal ornaments. Australian made and constructed from 3mm corten steel, they’ll develop a beautiful rusty patina as they age with the coming and going of the seasons. SHOP VISIT BHGSHOP.COM.AU AND BUY YOURS TODAY! *Postage and handling additional. Delivery within Australia only. Offer available while stocks last.…

MEATBALLS WITH SPAGHETTI You can’t beat this classic meal to get the family to the table. The meatballs are made using sausage meat and beef mince, and the from-scratch red sauce takes just minutes, then the whole lot is simmered into scrumptiousness. Recipe on page 84 TURKEY MEATBALLS IN RED SAUCE A great dish you can make ahead and freeze for a busy weeknight, it pairs perfectly with potatoes or pasta. Recipe on page 84 MOZZARELLA-STUFFED MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE Preparation time 20 minsCooking time 1 hourServes 4 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 onion, finely chopped3 cloves garlic, crushed3 sprigs rosemary or oregano, leaves finely choppedPinch of salt2 x 400g cans diced tomatoes1 tsp caster sugar375g spaghetti, to serve25g parmesan shavings, to serve (optional) MEATBALLS 500g beef mince½ bunch…

When it comes to your daily prep of meals, you’ll find a quality set of sharp knives invaluable. Treat them well and they should last you a lifetime. Here’s a handy guide so you can chop, cut, slice and dice your way to your next culinary delight! 1. 3½in paring knife Small but mighty, a paring knife punches well above its weight and is ideal for trimming, chopping, and peeling vegetables and fruit. 2. 5in serrated utility knife Short and sharp, the versatile serrated utility knife (sometimes called a tomato knife) is great at multi-tasking – slicing vegetables and fruit without tearing them, as well as slicing bread and most meats effortlessly. 3. 8in kitchen shears Need to snip some herbs, butterfly a chicken, cut bacon, meat or pastry dough,…

Au naturel Highlight the individual impact of lime green and bright white in a grouping of multiple containers to make one vignette. The tall pitchers are given width by placing small vases beside them. Cut single and quill chrysanthemum stems to different lengths for an organic cluster in pitchers and small vases. Then add cream and soft yellow ruffled ornamental cabbage or kale to the lime chrysanthemums. Red hot! Add fire to your indoors with a display of pink decorative and pompone chrysanthemums, combined with pink dahlias, red roses and red anemones. The deep purple centre of the anemones complements the tone of the wonderful arrangement. The sturdy dahlias and chrysanthemums are the foundation. Fill out the middle with roses and anemones, then add shorter pompones around the vase opening.…

There’s a rose for every occasion and every garden… and there’s the dilemma. Picking a rose that suits you best out of the thousands available can be difficult. Or, you can turn the experience into a delight at Woolmers Estate in Tasmania. This rose garden, spread across 1.5ha, has more than 5000 rose plants from about 50 rose families, some as historic as the estate (built in 1817), others being more modern varieties from renowned breeder David Austin. Laid out in the symmetrical style that was fashionable in the 19th century, you can stroll down the 117m-long central bed, duck under the romantic arbours or meander through the winding pathways. You will be overwhelmed by the endless clusters of beautiful blooms and intoxicated by the array of perfume. And, you…

BARBECUED LAMB RACKS WITH WINE GLAZE AND ROASTED PUMPKIN SALAD Cook amazing Aussie lamb, drizzled with a zingy glaze, on your barbie for a meal to savour and remember. Recipe on page 72 PLANT-BASED CHICKPEA AND MUSHROOM BURGER You’ll love these easy-to-make vegie patties packed with flavour. And these burgers tick the plant-based diet boxes of eating vegies, legumes and wholegrains. ED HALMAGYI Keep your palate sweet with a French cake and Anzac biscuits this month on BHG TV, Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change) Go to bhg.com.au for more food tips and tricks. START YOUR DAY THE TASTY WAY WITH BREKKIE MUFFINS – THEY’RE GREAT FOR BRUNCH, TOO! CHEESE, CHIVE AND SAUSAGE BREAKFAST MUFFINS These yummy bundles are super easy to make using…

SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 “JUST RIGHT FOR TWO, YOU CAN EASILY DOUBLE OR TRIPLE THE SERVES” SALMON CUTLETS WITH GUACAMOLE Preparation time 15 minsCooking time 5 minsServes 2 2 x 230g salmon cutlets2 Tbsp coconut oil or good-quality animal fatSea-salt and freshlyground black pepperCoriander sprigs (optional), to serveLime wedges (optional), to serve GUACAMOLE 2 avocados, diced½ small red onion,finely chopped3 Tbsp olive oil2 Tbsp lime juice, or to taste1 Tbsp coriander leaves, finely chopped1 long red chilli, finely chopped STEP 1 To make guacamole, put all ingredients in a bowl and mix to combine. Set aside. STEP 2 Preheat a large frying pan over medium–high heat. STEP 3 Brush salmon cutlets with coconut oil or animal fat, then season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes on…

TOP PROJECT FOR RENTERS Curves are back in fashion! Big in the 1970s – think arched openings between living and dining rooms – they are a great interior feature especially in an otherwise boxy home. You can create your own arch and use it to delineate a chill-out space that doubles as a guest bed and extra storage. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually really easy and the perfect project for renters, as it will add a unique feature to your home and you can take with you when you leave! EASY STEPS TO YOUR CURVED CHILL-OUT ZONE Cut, drill and join your way to a custom-built retreat using budget-friendly materials. The arches are ply, the rungs are dowels, the lining is acoustic felt – and the result?…

Let your kid’s creative side run wild with an artist’s centre for their bedroom. Make it even more entertaining by building it in the shape of a giraffe. The large desk gives them plenty of room for big sheets of paper and also doubles as a chalkboard so they can add chalk drawing to their creative repertoire. With plenty of storage for their materials and artistic inspiration, you’ll be amazed at what they can create. Add the matching chair and your child will have an instant giraffe family in their own bedroom. 1 Who’s the new kid in town? The jungle-themed murals in this bedroom must surely be wondering whether they’ll get along with the new guy! 2 lift the lid on storage Just like your old school desk, the…

IN THE BATH CHECK THE TEMPERATURE You want warm water, not hot. Water that is one or two degrees warmer than your body temperature is the best for relaxing your muscles, and that’s exactly what you want. Hot water depletes the skin’s protective barrier and makes it feel dry, scaly and itchy. customise your brew For dry or irritated skin, pour in a capful of bath oil. Blends containing rose, bergamot or eucalyptus also decrease inflammation. For aches, use bath salts as the body absorbs the salts’ trace minerals, such as magnesium sulphate, which will help to soothe weary muscles. WEAR A MASK The 10 minutes you’re reclining in a bath is the ideal time frame for a face mask. Fully relax and resist the temptation to do anything else.…

American Dirt Jeanine Cummins, $32.99 American Dirt is a work of fiction inspired by the experiences of thousands of migrants who cross the US-Mexico border each year. Emotionally intense and suspenseful, it follows the heart-stopping story of a mother and son on the run. The afternoon of her niece’s 15th birthday party, as Lydia and her son Luca cower in a bathroom shower cubicle, the rest of her family is gunned down by members of Acapulco’s most notorious drug cartel to make an example of her journalist husband. Lydia’s survival instincts kick in immediately and, before the bodies of her family have cooled, she and Luca are fleeing for their lives. Utterly compelling, this is an extraordinary story of a mother who will risk anything to save her son. Once…

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QUICK TO MAKE Crochet Mandala Throw leaflet 0044, only $8.25. FREE TO DOWNLOAD at patonsyarns.com.au, this easy-make scarf takes just 3 balls of Patons Gigante in Rose Quartz (5581) to knit. Gigante 5-ball packs* Gigante chunky yarn 53% wool 47% acrylic 100g/48m per ball Recommended needle size 12mm You won’t believe how light and lofty this yarn is! $74.75 pack/5 Patons Gembrook 8028 16-page booklet, only $10.95. 3 knit, 3 crochet designs 4 years to adult FREE TO DOWNLOAD at patonsyarns.com.au, this simple rug pattern takes 14 balls of Patons Gigante in Dune (2413) to knit. Gembrook 5-ball packs* Patons Gembrook 45% wool 55% acrylic 100g/100m per ball Recommended needle size 7mm This chunky Italian yarn is available in FIVE irresistible tonal shades. $79.75 pack/5 GET IN QUICK AS THESE…

autuman has finally arrived and, for many of you, that means knitting season is here. Whether you knit and crochet for yourself or for the people you love, and whether you like a bit of a challenge or a simple project, it’s time to pick up those needles and hooks again and get into some serious crafting! Adults, kids, babies, home decor and sheer frivolity – we’ve got it covered. Decisions, decisions… to help you choose your projects, every pattern is labelled to give you an idea of the level of expertise required. What are you waiting for? INTERMEDIATE CROCHET 1 SOME LIKE IT HOT! Brighten your winter with a harlequin throw. Worked in Panda Magnum 8 ply in a gorgeous range of cheerful colours, the mitred squares in double…

ABBREVIATIONS 0 = no sts/times/rows; alt = alternate; approx = approximately; beg = begin/ning; ch = chain; cont = continue; dec = decrease/decreasing; dc = double crochet; dtr = double treble; excl = excluding; foll/s = follows/following; garter st = every row knit; htr = half treble; inc = increase/increasing; incl = including/inclusive; K = knit; LH = left hand; lp = loop/s; M1 = make 1; P = purl; patt = pattern; psso = pass slipped st over; p2sso = pass 2 slipped sts over; rem = remain/ing; rep = repeat/ing; RH = right hand; RS = right side; sl = slip; sl st = slip stitch; sps = space/s; st/s = stitch/es; stocking st = stocking stitch (knit right side rows, purl wrong side rows or every round…

WHAT A PAIR! Give an abstract a companion! Lean them against the wall, stack them or hang them. You’ll find this simple trick makes abstract pieces feel at home, even if the compositions vary. Nadia Attura at artfinder.com. Button large solid ash wall hooks, $13 each, freedom.com.au. CHOOSE ART THAT SINGS When a room calls for a colourful, oversized piece of art to pop against white walls, let abstract fill the void. It will become the focal point of the room, adding movement and depth – whether it be geometric, fluid or painterly in style. For simplicity, hang one large piece rather than several smaller ones. “Let the colours of artwork inspire your choice of shade for a swoon-worthy sofa” ON THE UP AND UP An open stairwell is a…

a cool-climate garden in the country is challenging if you hanker for plants hungry for the heat and have native fauna foraging on your flora. Kaydale Lodge in northern Tasmania has overcome these obstacles for more than 40 years and its second generation of gardeners have learnt the lessons of their parents and developed new skill sets. Here’s how! see it! What Kaydale Lodge (includes tea room and accommodation) Where 250 Loongana Rd, Nietta, TAS When Gardens open 9am-sunset Cost $5 adults, children free More info kaydalelodge.com.au…

MAY 2020 You must plant all ABOVE-ground crops during the moon’s WAXING cycle. You must plant all BELOW-ground crops during the moon’s WANING cycle. 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 1 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…

WOK-FRIED CRISPY EGGS WITH CHARRED CORN AND ASIAN HERB AND CHILLI SALAD Quick and easy with a touch of chilli – you’ll be amazed how incredible eggs can be. Try something different tonight! Recipe on page 78 SESAME CHICKEN BALLS WITH ROASTED NORI You can make the balls smaller and serve as finger food, or drop them into a hot Asian broth! Recipe on page 78 KAREN MARTINI Try my tasty Asian mains and rich, nutty, fruity dessert this month on BHG TV on Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change) Go to bhg.com.au for more food tips and tricks. SESAME CHICKEN BALLS WITH ROASTED NORI Preparation time 15 minsCooking time 15 minsMakes 20 3 chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, chopped350g chicken mince2 slices of bread,…

Take your kids back to a time before electronic games with a project to test their sense of balance and coordination. Cut a circular maze into a balance board so they can navigate a marble from the outside ring into the centre. Challenge them to beat their best time to keep the game interesting. It’s so much fun you might find yourself hopping on for a spin! EASY STEPS TO MAKE YOUR BALANCE BOARD Gather your supplies Board 600 x 450 x 30mm plywood You’ll also need Metal rule; pencil; scrap ply; nails; clamps; builder’s square; jigsaw; sandpaper; drill; countersinking drill bit; router fitted with a 20mm straight-cut bit; various screws; 25mm spade bit; light grey paint; painting equipment; water-based clear varnish Here’s how STEP 1 On a piece of…

1 Anti-wrinkle injections Botox blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles so the injected muscle can no longer contract. The result is softer expression lines and a natural looking freshness. Only doctors and registered nurses under the supervision of a doctor are allowed to inject. Cost is about $300, depending on how active your muscles are and the number of units needed. Results last for several months. GOOD TO KNOW In Australia there are three registered forms of botox. They all have the same active ingredient, but some contain proteins which can lead to resistance to treatments. How can you tell? If results don’t last as long or your practitioner has to increase the dosage. If you’re concerned, talk to your doctor. For more information go to merzaustralia.com.au/patientinformation. 2…