Innholdsfortegnelse for December 14, 2015 i Woman's Day

My little boys were literally jumping for joy this week when we turned on the Christmas lights at home. We may have been the first house on the street up in lights, but inside there’s not a piece of tinsel in sight, and not a single present has been bought to sit under a Christmas tree that has yet to be purchased! This year, I’ve decided I’m doing only what makes me joyful. No tricky ham glaze, no handmade bonbons. I’m happy with my two smiling boys under the Christmas lights. And it means your favourite magazine will be full of cheer too, starting with Wills and Kate’s adorable little princess Charlotte (too cute on p8!). We also meet the new man in Ian Thorpe’s life (p28), introduce Bachelorette Michael’s…

Lisa Curry couldn’t have looked more at home when she was spotted sunbaking topless by the pool at her husband Grant Kenny’s waterfront home on Minyama Island on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. If home where is the heart is, then Lisa never really left. And she never stopped loving former ironman Grant, despite going their separate ways – Lisa with musician Joel Walkenhorst, and Grant having a baby with radio personality Fifi Box. But it all changed a month ago, when 54-year-old Lisa was left heartbroken after Joel, 33, ended their five-year love affair – pushing her back into Grant’s arms. “Both say they can’t live without each other,” tells one family friend. “There’s a lot of affection and love there, and they never did formalise their divorce, so it seems…

Jennifer Lopez sparked rumours she might be engaged to boyfriend and backup dancer Casper Smart, when she was seen flashing a large diamond at a dinner date in Los Angeles last week. Earlier this year, a friend told Life & Style that the star, 46, was already making plans to marry 27-year-old Casper. “She’s positive Casper is the one,” the insider claimed. “And she’s willing to pay a fortune to make it perfect.” J.Lo split from third husband Marc Anthony in 2011.…

Christmas has come early for Sandra Bullock, after the star adopted her second child, a three-year-old daughter called Laila (pronounced Lila). The 51-year-old announced her news in People last week, with a series of beautiful pics taken by her photographer boyfriend Bryan Randall. Sandra says her five-year-old Louis, who she adopted as a baby, “spearheaded this journey”. “I did remind him that it could be either a brother or a sister and that we would be so lucky to have either,” she says. “He did specify that he wanted a sibling who has ‘some brown skin.”…

Ian Thorpe has maintained a low profile ever since he told the world he is gay on national television a year ago. But now the former swimming champion has set tongues wagging as he soaks up the sun with new beau, hunky Damian Cleary. At Bondi beach last week Ian was beaming as he and Damian – who works at Foxtel on shows including Australia’s Next Top Model – hit the surf, then lazed away the afternoon laughing side by side on the sand. “They’re a great match” a friend of Damian tells Woman’s Day. “It doesn’t surprise me at all… Damian’s a great guy but he is also a nice guy. He isn’t one to gossip.” Last month, Ian, 33, revealed he was hoping to find Mr Right after…

Let ALDI take the stress out of catering this Christmas with its delicious selection of high-quality food and beverages. From Deli Originals dips to Ocean Royale Frozen Extra Large Australian Tiger Prawns and even Specially Selected Premium Triple Smoked Half Leg Ham, you’ve got all the ingredients you need for a perfect Aussie outdoor dining experience. All that’s missing is a healthy Christmas appetite!…

Your Christmas dessert SECRET WEAPON Take your pavlova to the next level with a drizzle of this decadent and delicious lime and passionfruit butter MAKES ABOUT 2 CUPS PREP 15 MINS COOK 15 MINS 1 In a heatproof bowl, whisk 4 eggs and ¾ cup sugar together until combined. Place over a saucepan of gently simmering water. 2 Gradually add 125g chopped butter, the pulp of 6 passionfruit, ¾ cup lime juice and finely grated zest of 2 limes, and ¼ cup water. Whisk on low heat for 10-15 minutes, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon. Do not boil. 3 Pour into warm, sterilised jars and seal straight away. Store in a cool place. Refrigerate once opened. TIP This is also delicious served with scones,…

Pretty snow globes MATERIALS glitter flaked salt jars Blu-Tack or superglue small trees, ornaments, deer, etc. ASSEMBLY 1 Mix flaked salt and glitter together. Spoon into jars taking up one fifth of total volume. 2 Using either Blu-Tack or superglue, stick trees to lids of jars. You could use any figurine, such as a house or a Christmas decoration (our trees are from Hobbyco). Allow to dry. 3 Replace lid on jar. If it has a flip-top, do it carefully, easing the tree into the opening. 4 Turn jar upside down to allow “snow” to fall to base of tree. Bell napkin holders MATERIALS fishing wire tape small bells ASSEMBLY 1 Tape one end of fishing wire to a surface, allowing at least 5cm for tying once finished. 2 Thread…

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WE’RE BRINGING THE SALON TO YOUR OWN HOME! Get pampering this weekend, thanks to Veet Spawax. The Spawax Kit includes delicious Purple Lily and Sugar Fig fragranced wax discs that give you silky-smooth legs, underarms and bikini lines. No longer a tricky situation, the process is simple and enjoyable – and there won’t be any waxy mess afterwards! With the pod’s red glow giving off relaxed vibes, it’s the ultimate beauty experience. Veet Spawax has two refills with six stripless wax discs. Use four for half legs, one for your bikini line and one for underarms. The only trouble is deciding what fragrance to pick! Choose from Purple Lily and Sugar Fig, or White Orchid and Vanilla. Veet Spawax Stripless Wax Warming Kit, $59.99; Veet Spawax Stripless Wax Refills in…

ACT SKINNY AT THE BUFFET Buffet brekkies might just be the best thing about holidays, but if you’re not careful they can undo the results of your pre-holiday diet. That’s why researchers from Cornell University studied the way slim people eat buffet meals and found they have rituals the rest of us can borrow. First, take a lap of the buffet to see what catches your eye – think waffles or sausage and eggs, not both. Next, pick up the smallest plate you can find. Third, serve a little of what you fancy – leave anything you’re uncertain about. Finally, sit at a table as far away from the buffet as possible and face the other way – the study found that diners who do this are less likely to…

Q My husband passed away 18 months ago. Can you tell me how he’s going? We both always believed in destiny – did we share a past life? Will he be waiting for me on the other side? What do you see for my future? Wondering I sense that you shared a past life in Eastern Europe. Your husband has a warm smile on his face and is saying, “Thank you for the red rose.” He tells me you were soulmates, and he’ll send you butterflies as a special sign of love. It was the workings of destiny that brought you together in this lifetime but your husband says, “When the time is right, it will be the workings of me that will help guide the perfect new companion…

It’s the season to celebrate family, and Cameron Williams’s adorable daughters Arkie, six, and Remy, three, are bubbling over with happiness as they snuggle up for story time. Nestled between his precious two “little angels , the Weekend Today host reads aloud from The Christmas Peg, the story he penned for them. “Let me tell you a story about a boy called Wal, and how things went terribly wrong ” recites Cam, his childlike excitement spilling over. Hearing their dad, complete with silly voices and sound effects, the girls’ ears prick up as though it’s Christmas morning. Story time is cherished in the Williams household, in Sydney’s south-east. The popular television presenter explains that since he became a dad six years ago he has spent countless hours plucking tales from…

Dust off your dancing shoes and warm up your vocal cords: The Sound Of Music is coming to a stage near you! Kicking off in Sydney this week, the production features the show’s most-loved songs, My Favourite Th ings, Do-Re-Mi and Edelweiss. And no one’s more excited than leading man Cameron Daddo! “It’s as close to perfect as you’ll find ” says Cameron, 50, who stars as Captain Georg von Trapp, with Amy Lehpamer as Maria. “I saw the movie when I was about 14, and there are so many highlights. I love the lyrics and the way Julie Andrews performs. Edelweiss is also a favourite. “The movie has a lot of epic themes: love, integrity, family – and, of course, music, which is why I think it’s still so…

INCREDIBLY EASY DELIGHTS New Sara Lee Incredibly range is incredibly easy to justify, making the world of everyday just that little bit yummier, with new crunchy cheesecakes, gooey lava puddings and creamy dessert ice-creams. See facebook.com/saraleeaustralia GRAVY-LICIOUS The new My Dog Fillets In Gravy range are carefully prepared using tender meat slices cooked in a delicious gravy. Made from premium quality meat, your dog will love every meal. TREAT YOUR FEET Find the perfect shoes for the party season at Styletread! With a mix of eye-catching colours, the Nancie Multi leather sandal by Django & Juliette will brighten up any look. Visit styletread.com.au for more information. FIND THE IDEAL CHRISTMAS TREE This 6ft pine Christmas tree will take pride of place in any family home. Available at ALDI stores nationally.…

VICTORIA BECKHAM Say what you want about Vicki B, but she looks awesome! Wearing one of her own willowy creations, the mother-of-four looks seriously posh at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in New York. With her chestnut mane swept to one side, VB walks that fine line between diva and demure better than most mortals. SARAH HYLAND Whoever said “youth is wasted on the young” never gazed upon the sassiness of sweet Sarah! Cute as a kitten, the Modern Family hottie radiated high-octane girliness in this whimsically wonderful Vera Wang, held up with black ribbon. The starlet was a picture of femininity beneath this bandeau-topped brilliance. Darker hair is tres chic! KATE HUDSON Sparklicious-delish! Radiating resplendent raciness, Goldie’s girl takes the plunge and dives into an inferno of…

With model looks, a gorgeous baby daughter and a doting husband, Jodi Anasta is rarely caught without a huge smile on her face – but she looked distressed and unhappy during an emotional meltdown last week. Jodi was seen arguing with her husband, handsome former rugby league star Braith, in a heated exchange in front of other families taking in the sun in a public park in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. “There has been trouble in paradise for a while,” reveals a mate, who says the couple have been stressed out for the past couple of months as they search for their “dream home” in the competitive Sydney market. “It’s always stressful looking for a new home, and Jodi can be very particular about what she wants. Braith finds it frustrating……

Former Friends star Courteney Cox has ended her 18-month engagement to Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid. “They’ve been having problems a long time,” a friend revealed to People magazine last week. Now an insider tells Woman’s Day tensions rose when Courteney, 51, tried to protect her $120 million fortune. The actress struggled to negotiate a prenup agreement with 39-year-old rocker Johnny, who’s worth only $5 million. “Months of arguing, haggling lawyers and hurt feelings put a huge dampener on all their wedding planning,” our source reveals.…

She’s never been afraid to talk candidly about her weight, and now Oprah Winfrey has shared the secret to how she’s dropped an impressive 12kg in just four months. In Australia for her An Evening With Oprah tour, the 61-year-old self-confessed food addict has revealed her new svelte shape, and it’s all thanks to her secret weapon – Weight Watchers. After famously yo-yo dieting for decades, the much-loved talk show host, who weighed 107.5kg at her heaviest, has finally found a weight-loss plan that suits her lifestyle. Finding simplicity “I’ve wishy-washed with diets and exercise my whole life,” Oprah wrote in the January issue of O magazine. “Now I'm ready to go beyond the scale and declare a new way of being in the world.” Joining the program in mid-August,…

Oils have been hailed for centuries as the skin’s natural answer to everlasting youth. And now, Palmer’s launches their Ultra Gentle Facial Cleansing Oil. It’s a modern take on traditional beauty treatments, and the first available at an affordable price. Oils are loaded with anti-oxidants (that means using them will help skin look younger for longer), while immediately boosting hydration and radiance to create a fresh, healthy and glowing complexion. 9 PURE OILS Sweet Almond Oil Argan Oil Grapeseed Oil Macadamia Nut Oil Coconut Oil Apricot Oil Sesame Oil Maracuja Oil Sunflower Seed Oil Palmer’s NEW Ultra Gentle Facial Cleansing Oil uses a combination of eight natural oils. It emulsifies into a gentle foam on contact with water and then rinses off completely. It won’t leave skin feeling dry and…

MON CHICKEN MEATBALLS WITH PASTA SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS + CHILLING COOK 20 MINS PER SERVE 2851kJ 500g chicken mince1 onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1 tbsp chopped basil575g jar pasta sauce1 cup water½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)2 tbsp olive oil375g packet spiral pastabasil leaves, grated parmesan, to serve 1 In a large bowl, combine mince, onion, garlic and basil. Season. 2 Roll mixture into walnut-sized balls. Arrange on an oven tray. Chill 15 minutes. 3 In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium. Cook meatballs in two batches, 4-5 minutes each, turning until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towel. 4 In same cleaned frying pan, heat pasta sauce with water and chilli on high until boiling. Transfer meatballs to sauce. Reduce heat and simmer a…

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AMANDA SAYS Blade tells me he has passed, and he knows Jennifer had no choice because he suffered long-term serious stomach problems. He thanks her for all she did and all the healing she did on him. He tells me he lived in a paddock with two other horses who also belonged to Jennifer. Two dogs who have passed over also come through to say hello – one of them is large and the other is small. Blade tells me he was mistreated by past owners and he didn’t like men as a result. He has a very strong and cheeky personality and had done a bit of training in the past. He was only about 20 when he passed and had been with Jennifer for four years. He says…

Home and Away star Ada Nicodemou’s life was changed forever when her baby Harrison was stillborn 16 months ago. After months of grieving with husband Chrys Xipolitas, Ada tells Woman’s Day she is finally smiling again. “I’m excited for Christmas this year, because it’s the first year my son Johnas really understands what Christmas and Santa is all about,” smiles Ada, 38. “I’m looking forward to spending time at the beach, seeing friends and family, and having the odd margarita!” It’s no surprise Ada’s keen for a break from juggling work and motherhood, especially given the eventful finale week coming for Home and Away! “We have a wedding, a proposal and also a death,” she says. “It’s going to be jam-packed – up there with the show’s best finales.”…

Rumours are rife that actress Kate Beckinsale has reignited the spark she once shared with former co-star Ben Affleck. The pair were thought to be dating in 2001, after starring together in Pearl Harbor, and it’s believed Kate, 42, got back in touch after the alleged breakdown of her marriage to Len Wiseman, after 11 years together. “Kate used to be madly in love with Ben,” a source told UK newspaper The Sun. “She’s turned to him for support as a friend because they’ve stayed in touch during her difficult time. “Now friends have suggested they give a relationship a go.” Ben, 43, is single after splitting from his wife of 10 years, Jennifer Garner, in June. Jen, 43, who also starred in Pearl Harbor, has been friends with Kate…

Rachel and Warwick Grayson’s wish has come true this year: their seven-month-old twin boys Chet and Kohan are both home from hospital in time for Christmas! It’s nothing short of a miracle, given what they’ve endured. It was deemed so unlikely the boys would survive until birth that Rachel, 27, and Warwick, 28, were advised to terminate one of their babies in utero. The emotional journey began at the nine-week scan, when the Brisbane couple learned they were expecting twins who were sharing the same placenta and sac. Known as monoamnioticmonochorionic (momo) twins, this dangerous condition means there is a high risk of umbilical cord entanglement. At 12 weeks the couple found out the boys were mirror twins – the positions of one baby’s organs were reversed. Plus, in an…

When Perth boy Jack Churchman heard about two friends’ cancer diagnoses, he knew he had to help. Proving the human heart is not measured by the number of years lived, nine-year-old Jack has raised more than $3000 for Cancer Council WA by recreating scenes from movies. On his Facebook page Jack’s Big Cut, people pledge money if Jack dresses up to mimic the character of their choice, from the Terminator to Forrest Gump. The results are hilarious! And Jack will also be donating his waist-length hair, which he’s been growing for two years, to make wigs for cancer patients. “There were some kids in my sister’s class who had cancer and it was hard for them. I wanted to help them,” says Jack. “My friend cut his hair but I…

BREAKFAST BRUSCHETTA SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 5 MINS PER SERVE 3004kJ COST 8 thick slices sourdough 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra to serve 2 garlic cloves, halved 2 roma tomatoes, seeded, chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup small basil leaves 1 tbsp chopped parsley 1 tbsp chopped oregano 2 avocados, seeded juice 1 lemon 100g Persian feta balsamic glaze, to serve (optional) 1 Heat a chargrill pan on high. Brush sourdough on both sides with olive oil. Grill 2-3 minutes each side until grill marks appear. Remove from heat and rub one side of each slice with the cut garlic. 2 In a medium bowl, combine tomato, onion, parsley and oregano. Season to taste. In a bowl, mash avocado and lemon juice together. Season…

RASPBERRY SWIRL NESTS SERVES 6 PREP 20 MINS COOK 1 HOUR COST 4 egg whites ¼ tsp salt 1 cup caster sugar 2 tbsp cornflour 1 tsp white vinegar (or lemon or lime juice) 125g fresh raspberries 1 tbsp water 2 tsp cornflour TOPPING 1½ cups thick plain Greek yoghurt 1 tsp rosewater 250g punnet strawberries, hulled, sliced 125g raspberries ¼ cup pistachios, chopped 1 Preheat oven to slow, 150°C. Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 In a clean bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg whites and salt together until soft peaks form. 3 Add sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until sugar dissolves and foam is stiff and glossy. Beat in cornflour and vinegar. 4 In a small food processor, puree raspberries, water and cornflour…

1 Treat bee stings with onion If you’re unlucky enough to get stung by a bee, head to the kitchen. Once you’ve removed the stinger by scraping your fingernail across it, wash the area and cover it with a piece of freshly cut raw onion. The juice’s high sulphur content will draw out any toxins and prevent infection. Plus, if the onion has come out of the fridge, the chill will also help to ease the pain. 2 Get rid of warts using duct tape Caused by a virus, warts can live on your skin for years. There are many over-the-counter removal options, but a humble piece of duct tape works just as well (unless the wart is on your face, which requires treatment by a GP). Simply…

12% Is how much you slash your risk of an early death if you swap one hour of sitting for an hour of walking, according to the University of Sydney. No more sore feet! When all those Christmas dos leave you with sore, swollen feet this month, try soaking them in warm water for three minutes, then in cold water for one minute, and repeat the process for up to 20 minutes. The different temperatures will boost circulation while reducing painful inflammation, so you’ll be able to wear your party shoes again in no time. Negate what you ate! Bucket of hot chips 1542kJ 45 minutes of roller skating 1547kJ DID YOU KNOW? If you usually shower at night, don’t be tempted to skip the antiperspirant until morning. We sweat…

CREATE A FOCAL POINT Use a statement piece of furniture, such as a console, placed in front of the wall to anchor the space. Then create visual balance by hanging a mirror or artwork above it - consider a piece with a textural frame for an eclectic look. ACCESSORISE MINDFULLY The trick is to group decorative items and layer them in clusters of varying heights and sizes. Use bright ceramic pieces as an accent, complemented with small leafy plants to recreate this colonial chic look. But remember, while blank walls and empty spaces can make a room look unfinished, overstyling can leave it looking closed in. The key is to find a balance. PLAY WITH STYLES Work with the existing decor in your home. If it's minimalist, then a couple…

Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 22 Impromptu celebrations are in order this week! Friday’s fortuitous new moon could conjure up some exciting news or herald a victory at work. A function or social event is unexpectedly enjoyable, especially for singles. When it comes to spending, take it easy until sanity returns on Sunday. Capricorn DEC 23 – JAN 20 A sentimental streak could see you losing yourself in memories, so share stories with an old friend. Compassion is running high too, but stop worrying about other people’s problems, especially if you can’t help them. Saturday’s glittering stars turn romantic, and lovebirds may take a big step. Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 As the classic song says, let the good times roll. Stimulating people enter your sphere,…