Innholdsfortegnelse for 17-Oct-2017 i Woman's Weekly

First-class first aid When I was a schoolgirl I did a St John Ambulance course along with my friends. Then, years later, when I trained to be a nurse it held me in good stead for what was to come. My husband, Barry, has been on a first aid course as he’s a rugby coach, and my two sons have had first aid training too as they are rugby players. To know what to do in an emergency is an amazing skill and on page 14 you can read about St John Ambulance being 140 years old and take our first aid quiz. If you would like to attend a first aid training course, please see the website address at the end of the feature. Jayne Beautiful blooms I love…

Soft-wood snuff box Silver snuff box Gentleman’s shoe A Pinch Of Snuff Snuff taking originated in the Americas, but was widely available in Europe and, by the 17th century, taken by the aristocratic dandies of the time. A dandy was a smart, fashionable gentleman, who would enjoy preening and showing off his material wealth. Snuff is a finely ground tobacco, which would be sniffed into the nose. All manner of airtight boxes were created to keep the powder dry. They were made in every conceivable material, from gold to wood. Birmingham produced some fine-quality silver examples early in the 19th century by eminent makers such as Nathaniel Mills, Samuel Pemberton and George Unite. This silver snuff box (above right) was made by Edward Smith, another renowned box maker, in 1810…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr This is a great week for refreshing relationships. Anything that hasn’t been working can now move forward with greater ease. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May The aspects are favourable for work and health. If you’re looking for a fresh start, this is a positive time. Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun A work opportunity may present itself. You might start a business or develop one of your creative talents. Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul You may be experiencing changes in your home and family situation. Make space for new opportunities. Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug Your aspects favour networking, studying, teaching, writing and anything involving communications. Virgo 24 Aug – 23 Sep This is an excellent time for putting your energy…

For such a small city, Dubrovnik has an incredible amount to offer all ages. With a fascinating history, the city comes to life during tours. And it’s proved its stunning aesthetic as a backdrop in TV saga Game of Thrones, although even the show’s cinematography doesn’t fully do justice to the beauty of this little pocket of life, surrounded by azure seas and sun-baked walls. Despite its compact size, there is much to do and the food and hotel business has flourished while still retaining the city’s authenticity. A new perspective Dubrovnik is famous for both its walls and the panoramic sea views from them, as well as its moments in the spotlight as a TV location. However, there is an eerie convergence between its role as a fictional city…

Variety is the spice of life (although, if you ask me, predictable routine is underrated as a spice). So this week we’ll be enjoying a brief rest from the adventures of Mrs Beasley, Alan Who Is No Better Than He Ought To Be, Beverley The Other Woman, and our plans to prise Mrs B from this unlikely love triangle. Knowing Alan, it might even be a love quadrilateral by now. Instead, I offer you a glimpse into the home life of the Dear family. It is a sunny Monday morning. The sun is out, the sky is blue, there’s not a cloud to spoil the view, as Buddy Holly would surely have remarked had he been visiting. Buddy might also have remarked upon my sunny mood, which is in truth…

Letter Of The Week £25 Having picked up your magazine, I found it had exactly what I’ve been looking for: pet advice (25 July). Under your section Expert Q&A, you had a column all about Summer Safety Tips For Pets, which was brilliant. This advice was invaluable and I was impressed at having not only great stories and advice, but an actual pet section which I have been looking for in a magazine. I look forward to reading more pet-related content! Marlene McGhin, Crediton, Devon. We’re glad you felt better for following our tip, Mary. We enjoy hearing from you, so do get in touch if you have something to say A Cup Of TeaWith Jo Brand Comedian, writer and actress Jo Brand, 60, is best known for the award-winning geriatric…

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Recently, a friend of mine showed me a photo of herself and her sister (both grown women) wearing matching floral sundresses on a day out. They did so now and then, she explained, so people would twig they were sisters – and no, they’re not twins. The idea of cutely coordinating with my own sister is as unthinkable as lending each other a toothbrush in a crisis. (Long story. We were youth hostelling with family at the time. I haven’t forgiven her.) Our reluctance originates in childhood memories of being kitted out for a while in matching togs by a multitasking mother with four kids under 15 and a part-time job on the go. I asked my friend if she and her sister had been ‘doppelgänger dressed’ as kids. Oh…

Jazz up a plain pair of plimsolls fast with some embroidery thread and bright fabric paint. Craft & Home Editor, Esme TESTED BY US So They Work For You Easy-peasy A Bit More Tricky Hard–ish Quite A Challenge TAKES 2 hours Esme’s Tip Add an extra colour to your spotty shoes by mixing the yellow and red fabric paint to make orange – there’s no need to buy an extra pot of paint! YOU WILL NEED Pair of white canvas trainers Fabric paint in red, deep pink and yellow Red embroidery thread Embroidery needle Circular sponge brushes in three sizes White canvas trainers, £7, Primark (0118 960 6300; primark.com). Dylon fabric paints, £3 each; DMC stranded cotton thread, 95p, Royal & Langnickel sponge brushes, £6 for 25, all Hobbycraft (0330…

Ireland Ashford Castle, Cong, County Mayo After being voted the ‘No1 Resort and Inn in Great Britain and Ireland’ in 2016 by a travel magazine, guests should expect nothing less than the ultimate royal treatment at this 800-year-old castle, once home to the Guinness family. After passing through the castle’s grand stone gates you’ll immediately be immersed in an unrivalled five-star experience. Staying in one of 83 chic rooms, you’ll dine on fine local cuisine, relax at the on-site spa, take a stroll in 50 acres of ancient woodland and then kick back in your stylishly refurbished suite. While the furniture may be antique, you’ll enjoy a host of modern amenities, beautiful feature lighting and luxurious Egyptian-cotton bed linen. There’s Mrs Tea’s Boutique and Bakery on the estate, too, offering…

Geraldine Ryan’s mystery serial continues THE STORY SO FAR When DI CASEY CLUNES’s son, FINLAY, suddenly announces that an older boy from his school, GILES RENSHAW, is coming to stay while his parents work in Africa for six months, she’s furious. Finlay’s father, DOM, has already said yes, so she has no choice but to agree. Next day she visits Tony’s, the drop-in centre attached to St Anthony’s Church. One of the volunteers, ARLAN ROBERTS, has disappeared and JULIE MARTIN, who runs the centre, has asked Casey to investigate. Casey knows Julie from when Julie’s adopted daughter, ROSE, got involved with an older man, drug dealer STEVE PARR. She’d taken off with him and Julie is raising her grandson, JOHNNY. Later, Julie is worried when she finds money hidden in…

Lily Hurst, 52 Tell us about your look… I like to be a bit different – my style is rather an eclectic mix. My jumpsuit is from Gap. It’s quite chic and really easy to wear. My straw bag came from a lovely independent shop in Midhurst called The Country Brocante and my sandals are New Look (although I do have a pair of strappy wedges in my bag from Zara!) And the best bit of your body? My hair. Sarah Burke, 48 Tell us about your look… My favourite high-street brands are Zara, Gap and Cos, as they always seem to have that ‘something’ that you’re looking for! In fact, my knit, jeans, boots and bag are all from Zara and my top was from Cotton On. I like…

SCHOOL DINNERS Jamie Oliver continues to try to make school dinner menus healthy, despite being plagued by setbacks since 2005. THE PIG IDEA There’s no shortage of celebrity endorsement for this campaign to feed pigs from food waste instead of crops. Jimmy Doherty, Michel Roux Jr and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall are just a few of those behind it. OPERATION HOSPITAL FOOD Chef and TV presenter James Martin took it upon himself to improve hospital food in this 2014 BBC show, despite being turned down by every hospital in the country on his first attempt. FAMINE AND SOLDIERS French chef Alexis Soyer became a celebrity in Victorian England when he gave a penny from each pamphlet sold to alleviate the Irish famine, and campaigned to improve food given to soldiers in Crimea.…

COOKERY EDITOR, FELICITY TESTED BY US So They Work For You Unicorn Rainbow Biscuits These do take a while to achieve – so set aside an afternoon to relax and create! MAKES 12 UNICORNS, 16 RAINBOWS ✱ 350g (12oz) plain flour, sieved ✱ 100g (3½oz) self-raising flour, sieved ✱ 125g (4oz) unsalted butter,cubed ✱ 125g (4oz) granulated sugar ✱ 125g (4oz) golden syrup ✱ 1 large egg, lightly beaten ✱ 2-3tbsp cold water ✱ Red, yellow, green, blue and violet paste colour YOU WILL NEED: 2 baking sheets lined with baking parchment Unicorn cookie cutter (available from partypieces. co.uk; 01635 201 844) 1 Put both flours and the butter in a processor and whizz to create a crumb-like texture. 2 Add the sugar, golden syrup and egg and blitz until…

TESTED BY US So It Works For You Knitting Editor Teresa This chevron design with cutout neckline is created by decreasing stitches in the centre and increasing on the sides, at the same time as working a fisherman’srib pattern. A sure way to earn your stripes! Easy-peasy A Bit More Tricky Hard–ish Quite A Challenge MEASUREMENTS To fit bust sizes 86-91 (97- 102) (107-112) (117-122) (127- 132) cm/34-36 (38-40) (42- 44) (46-48) (50-52) in. Actual measurements 99 (109) (119) (129) (139) cm/39 (43) (47) (50¾) (54¾) in. Side seam 41 (42) (42) (43) (43) cm/16 (16½) (16½) (17) (17) in. Length to back neck 60 (62) (63) (65.5) (66.5) cm/23½ (24¼) (24¾) (25¾) (26¼) in. Sleeve seam All sizes 45cm/15in. MATERIALS 9 (10) (10) (11) (11) 50g (87m) hanks of…

Surgery News Asthma Action – In 11 Languages If you have asthma, a written action plan can improve your condition on a day-to-day basis, or even save your life. So Asthma UK has translated its action plan into 11 different languages, including Arabic, Kurdish, Polish, Bengali, Mandarin and Welsh. You can download it in any of these languages (and English, too!) – go to asthma.org.uk and search for ‘action plan’. True Or False? Optimistic women live longer. True, according to US researchers who followed up a group of women for eight years and say those who looked on the bright side of life were significantly less likely to die from cancer, heart disease, strokes, lung disease or infection. Something to practise, perhaps? Childbearing After Cancer Many people having cancer treatment…

Read more for a clearer understanding Q I keep reading about new research into our brain and how we can change our thought processes. I’m very interested as I think it would help me to manage my team at work. Where would I go for more information? Lucy, London A There’s a wealth of data on the internet, which is a very good place to start. There are many theories so it’s good to read as much as possible to get a general understanding. David Rock, a leading figure in the world of neuroscience and leadership and the author of Your Brain At Work and Quiet Leadership, has a very good website at davidrock.net. You’re right: it’s a growing field so understanding how our brains work and affect our feelings…

Our Experts Appliances ' Internet ' Digital ' Animals ' Finance/consumer ' Legal This Week EMMA MARCHINGTON a small animal vet at Brelades Vets, in Surrey, is our expert in animal health. Q I’m worried my dog might be afraid of fireworks. What can I do? Many dogs are afraid of fireworks and they react in different ways. They may tremble, drool, pant or refuse to eat. Some dogs become very clingy with their owners while others will try to hide away. It’s upsetting for you as well as your dog, and you will want to make Bonfire Night as easy as possible for your pet. A few days in advance, provide a ‘den’ where he can feel safe. Choose a spot where your dog naturally goes for a bit…

WORD COUNT 30 = Good More than 40 = Well done! Wordwise You have 15 minutes to find as many words as possible using the letters shown in the grid. Each word must contain four or more letters, one of which must be the central square. No letter can be used more than once in each word. No proper nouns, plurals or foreign words are allowed. There is one nine-letter word in the grid, for which this week’s clue is: Never-ending. Yo u c an work it out... Linkwords Fit 10 words into the grid so that each links with the end of the word on its left and the beginning of the one on the right. Then unscramble the letters in the shaded squares to make a word. Clue:…