Innholdsfortegnelse for 25-Sep-2018 i Woman's Weekly

If you could only pick one piece of make-up to put on before leaving the house, what would yours be? Mine would be eyebrow filler, hands down. But this hasn’t always been the case. Being a fair-complexioned individual, I have always coveted stronger brows. A few years ago, my eyebrows were verging on non-existent, and this wasn’t from over-plucking! I feared using cosmetics to draw them on, as I worried that they’d look too fake. I watched as my friends threaded and plucked their brows into glorious shapes, and I wished that I could do something to bring mine to life. If I’d have known that it was possible to grow your eyebrows with the help of a product, I’d have invested in one straightaway, as well as revelling in…

‘I’d go to Australia, but I’m scared of planes…’ • From her role as Miss Moneypenny in four James Bond films to her portrayal of Lady Rosamund in ITV’s Downton Abbey, actress Samantha Bond, 56, has delivered memorable performances. Here, she talks about life with her husband actor Alexander Hanson and their two children, Molly, 26, and Tom, 25. How do you take your tea? I’m a real builder’s tea girl – a little bit of milk with no sugar – and preferably in the afternoon with The Guardian crossword. Who would be your ideal guest for tea? Leader of the British suffragette movement, Emmeline Pankhurst. She lived through the most extraordinary period of change and achieved votes for women 100 years ago. She must have been an amazing woman.…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr You’ll need logic and intuition to manoeuvre events this week. Don’t let yourself be rushed. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May Be satisfied with however much money you have in the bank, and watch the magic happen. Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun You are likely to be busy this week so take short breaks in between tasks to keep your energy vibrant Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul Step out of your comfort zone. Sometimes you need to shake up routines to get different results. Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug Whether or not you’re in a relationship, appreciate yourself and those around you. Virgo 24 Aug – 23 Sep New opportunities come up for connected with work or starting your own business.…

MOODY BLOOMS Florals will always be in fashion, but, for autumn, the colours become a little darker, reflecting nature and the season’s foliage. MODERN HERITAGE Traditional with a twist is the way to wear checks this season. Blown-up prints and pops of colour give this look a contemporary feel. SCARF PRINTS They’re making their way into our wardrobes in new ways, as clothes and accessories have adopted the traditional prints and patterns typically seen on scarves. Silky fabrics feel extra luxurious and are a great option for evening. GO FAUX This is such a fun trend, and cosy, too! If you feel a faux-fur coat is too much, a trim on a bag or a pompom on a hat adds interest and texture to an outfit. ANIMAL INSTINCT We will…

With a few simple changes, your windows could save you money on energy bills and increase the value of your property, so it’s worth giving them the once-over before winter arrives. Here’s our go-to guide… Draught-proofing Feeling a draught but not sure where it’s coming from? It’s probably your windows. A simple test is to hold a lit candle near the suspected area and see if it flickers or blows out. If it does, there’s a draught. Not only will the cold air be seeping in, but your home’s heat will be escaping fast, too. ‘In terms of draughts, make sure you fill in gaps around windows, doors, pipes, loft hatches, and even keyholes and letterboxes, with draught-proofing products from your local DIY store,’ advises Mike Feely, ‘green’ guru at…

1 Urine dipstick – this may need to be repeated if you have unexpected non-visible blood in your urine. This can detect protein and glucose (sugar) as well as blood. 2 Urine sample (and/or vaginal swab) sent to the lab to check for infection. 3 Blood-pressure check and blood tests, including for infection, inflammation, diabetes or liver and kidney damage. 4 Cystoscopy – telescopic examination of the bladder, usually under local anaesthetic. 5 X-rays or ultrasound/ CT/MRI scans of your pelvis, tummy and beyond, if it's suspected that cancer may have spread. 6 Kidney biopsy – a small sample taken for lab analysis, performed under local anaesthetic.…

If you feel dizzy when standing up you may have an increased risk of dementia. An American study has found that middle-aged people who experience dizziness when getting up have a 50% increased risk of dementia. Researchers think it may be due to slumps in blood pressure which starve your brain of oxygen, and this could also raise your risk of stroke. They are investigating the blood pressure and dementia link further. You can help by keeping track of your blood pressure and making lifestyle changes to keep it at a healthy level.…

‘It wasn’t her fault that you blundered in and tore Mrs B off a strip!’ My charity-shop colleague Wendy was furious, as is so often the case these days. Regular visitors to this page (irregular visitors are also welcome, we’re not proud) will know that Wendy is a retired hippy, and possibly the last person outside California who still thinks the kaftan is a good look. As such, she has always been relaxed and easy-going. However, in what could be her one concession to traditional fashion, she is becoming grumpy in her old age. ‘It’s a ruddy disgrace,’ she said, although ‘ruddy’ wasn’t quite the word she used. ‘She’s come here to spy on us, that’s what it amounts to. The ruddy Beasley woman doesn’t trust us, so she’s planted…

Farzaneh Ghauffari, 58 Tell us about your look… My dress is from Monsoon. I love the bright colours and bold, splashy print – it’s rather like a modern work of art! It’s also a very comfortable shape to wear and looks good with flats – these are by Geox. Monsoon is one of my favourite places to shop as I love their colourful designs. I prefer to wear dresses – I’d say my look is relaxed but elegant. And the best bit of your body? My eyes. Andrea de Rojas, 50 Tell us about your look… I like dresses which flatter my waistline, and I think the midi length is extremely elegant. My striped dress came from Oasis – I think it’s such a flattering cut. My sandals are Birkenstocks…

‘Family life just gives you a reason to be thankful every day’ It’s hard to believe Anita Harris is 76 years old. The Just Loving You singer doesn’t seem to have aged a day since she first shot to screen fame at 25 as Nurse Clarke in Carry On Doctor, and Anita insists it has absolutely nothing to do with going under the knife. ‘Surgery scares the life out of me!’ she tells us. ‘Of course, you don’t want the crow’s feet or to be looking tired when you’re photographed – but, on the other hand, being true to yourself is the main thing. ‘Of course, I’d love to be looking 21 again – it’s human nature – but it isn’t real, and I think I’d rather not have the…

I grew up in the north of Scotland, where rain and muddy fields are the norm – one reason why I live in the south – and why I’ve never been a fan of music festivals. Newspaper photos of festival-goers, drenched to the skin, frozen to the marrow (yet somehow still smiling!) have me darting upstairs to run a hot bath. However this year, my friend Alison persuaded me to join a group of friends camping at Womad, a friendly festival of world music and dance in Wiltshire. At home, we’d been having non-stop sun and heat since the end of May, and the outlook was for more of the same, so I gaily ordered my ticket for July. As the festival weekend drew closer, the forecast started to take…

In summer, a cold greenhouse can be used for growing tomatoes, chillies and aubergines or melons and cucumbers, which thrive in slightly warmer, humid conditions. Damping down the floor on hot days will add moisture to the air. Be mindful that these tender plants need to be sown early in the warmth, so if you can’t afford to heat the greenhouse at this crucial time, buy young plants along with tender vegetable plants like runner and French beans and sweetcorn, to be grown on outdoors when the risk of frost is passed. Summer salads that can be sown and grown to maturity in a cold greenhouse include beetroot, lettuces and radishes.…

Seeing blood when you pass urine is quite common, but alarming. Many of us get occasional or recurrent blood in our urine w tick, and is often a surprise discovery made during tests for other conditions. Either way, any sign of blood in the urine needs checking out, as there are lots of causes, some of which are serious and need urgent tests (see tips). Make a doctor’s appointment, and take a urine sample with you in a clean container. Other symptoms Also make an appointment if you have any of the following, with or without visible blood in your urine: dysuria (pain, burning or discomfort during or after peeing), needing to pee frequently or urgently, an unpleasant smell, leaking urine or pain in your tummy or kidney areas (under…

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Keep friends informed via a group chat Q My granddaughter was born with a very serious condition that will need several operations if she’s to survive and her future will never be without problems. We’re all in shock and I’m doing my best to support my daughter and her husband. It’s hard but, added to this, are my friends’ demands. They all want to know the latest information, to chat and to meet me. I just want to be left alone to cope with this. Why don’t they understand? Name and address withheld A When something happens to someone we’re close to, we want to support them and to do the right thing for them. We often decide what that will be based on our own needs and then, without…

✿ Use rainwater laced with acid fertiliser or iron sequestrene to boost the health and vigour of potted camellias and rhododendrons and prevent leaves from turning yellow. ✿ Trim back conifer hedges with shears, and use secateurs to cut out wayward shoots with thicker stems. Note that cutting across the leaf spray on conifers will turn the remaining ends brown. ✿ Plant spring-flowering daffodil bulbs in pots and borders. When planting bulbs in the lawn, aim for a natural look by randomly throwing handfuls on to the grass and plant them 15-20cm deep where they land.…

Enjoy The Fantastical Chocolate Festival Bringing together a delectable selection of all things chocolate, including chocolatiers, fountains, fondues, confectionary, artisan hot chocolate, naughty chocolate booze and so much more, the Festival is visiting over 40 cities around the UK from 13 October. In addition, there will be sing-along live music, themed characters and story corners, free themed photo booths and chocolate sculpting. • Visit fantasticalchocolate.com Explore Oktoberfest Inspired by the traditional Bavarian festival, every year since the 17th century, Oktoberfest has seen millions of revellers come together to enjoy a pint or two of beer. Head to various venues nationwide, where you can try authentic German pretzels and bratwurst, washed down with an assortment of quality German beers, served in traditional steins. • Visit bit.ly/OktoberFestTickets Book Guys And Dolls This…

We share the crowded streets of our busiest towns and cities with a wide variety of wildlife, and with animal sightings in built-up areas becoming ever more common, it’s amazing what you might spot in the streets, rivers and parks near you. Here's a rundown of the mammals you’re most likely to spot right on your urban doorstep. PRICKLY VISITORS The hedgehogs hiding in our parks With urban numbers affected by increasing development, any sightings of these adorable mammals in our suburban gardens and city parks are precious. In London, sightings are rare, but Regent’s Park is home to 30-40 animals, with a dedicated team to ensure there are sufficient patches of cover for hedgehogs. Many UK stately homes have become havens for rescued hedgehogs – Chatsworth House and Blenheim…

Whipped Herby Feta Dip With Pickled Carrots Tired of houmous and pitta as a nibble? Try this tangy, herby cheese dip with pickles instead. SERVES: 10 FOR THE PICKLES: • 90g (3oz) caster sugar • 125ml (4fl oz) white wine vinegar • 3tbsp red wine vinegar • 1tsp coriander seeds • 2tsp salt • 1 small bunch dill • 400g (14oz) mixed carrots (or cucumbers and radishes) FOR THE WHIPPED FETA: • 250g (9oz) feta cheese • 75ml (3fl oz) whole milk • 125ml (4fl oz) Greek yogurt • zest and juice of ½ a lemon • 1tbsp olive oil, to top • 1tsp za'atar, plus extra to sprinkle • 1 bunch roughly chopped herbs: basil, parsley, etc 1 Make the pickles: In a large saucepan, heat the sugar, vinegars,…

Knitting Editor Teresa With handy zipped pockets and a zip-up front, this fisherman’s rib gilet is so practical. The tweed yarn it’s knitted in adds to the rustic feel and it’s hard-wearing and machine-washable, too. A Bit More Tricky Instructions overleaf MEASUREMENTS To fit chest 82-87 (92-97) (102-107) (112-117) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) (44-46) in. Finished measurements 94 (104) (114) (124) cm/37 (41) (45) (49) in. Side seam All sizes 49cm/19¼ in. Length to shoulder 72.5 (73.5) (74.5) (75.5) cm/28½ (29) (29¼) (29¾) in. MATERIALS 7 (7) (8) (9) 50g (155m) balls of Sirdar Harrap Tweed DK (40% nylon, 30% wool, 24% acrylic, 6% viscose) in Hepworth (103)*. Pair each of 3.25mm (No. 10), 3.75mm (No. 9) and 4mm (No. 8) needles; 3 stitch holders; 70cm open-ended zip; two 15cm zips.…

In winter and without heat, you can force pots of new potatoes for Christmas, spring bulbs to flower in late winter and also grow hardy oriental greens – or, if you’ve the space, treat your family by growing grapes and figs. Your greenhouse will also allow you to eat fresh strawberries in May and again in November extending outside crops, which naturally fruit from late June to early August. Keep temperatures above freezing and you can also experiment and grow your own lemongrass, root ginger and citrus to use in your favourite Asian recipes.…

I started having trouble getting to sleep about 10 years ago. I do wake in the night too but can normally get back to sleep quickly. It’s more the dropping off initially that’s the problem. My mind goes into overdrive and I can lie in bed for up to four hours trying to sleep. It's exhausting. I’ve tried all the advice – a hot bath before bed to relax and not looking at my phone or any technology. They helped to a degree. Herbal remedies worked but left me feeling groggy the next morning. Ibuprofen seemed to help but I know it's not recommended for sleeping problems. I do contract work, which is stressful and I don’t think that helps. But if I have several bad nights in a row,…

Skin Matters As we age, our skin gets drier, so we should hydrate and moisturise often. Leading cosmetic dermatologist Dr Sam Bunting (right) swears by the Avène Tolérance Extrême Range, from £13.50. And, after trying it, we can see why! Watch Out! Super Mondays at Vue Cinemas are fantastic for catching up on new movies. Sign up online and receive your promotional code that gets you roughly a third off the price of your cinema ticket. Prices start from £3.99, depending on location. Tasty Toasties Sandwich toasters are a kitchen staple – perfect for a quick lunch or a warming supper on a chilly evening. In fact, just reading about them is making you hungry, isn’t it? Tower Deep Fill Sandwich Maker, £17.99, Amazon No need for oil or butter –…