Innholdsfortegnelse for 16-Oct-2018 i Woman's Weekly

Dear dedicated Woman’s Weekly readers, I’m dropping you a line to introduce your refreshed issue. But don’t worry – we may have modernised your favourite magazine, but we haven’t removed any of your well-loved features or trusted experts. In fact, we’ve actually added more content, so you get even better value for money. We’ve packed the first four pages with handy tips on every subject matter, from craft to gardening and even cleaning, while on page 57 you’ll find our fabulous new Book Club for this week’s recommended reads. Do let me know your thoughts on our new look via email below. SO SNUG This baby blanket would make the perfect gift and be something to treasure forever. Turn to page 51 for the pattern. OH…

Katie Faddy, 56 Tell us about your look… Today, I’m in a mix of vintage and high street. I’ve always loved vintage clothing. I usually have items re-styled to suit me. My dress is vintage and was once a dressing gown! My green suede coat is also vintage but my trousers and scarf are Zara and my trainers are from Topshop. And the best bit of your body? My eyes. You wore it well Susan Ritchie, 1947 The little girl is me, age five, with my mother and father at his Distinguished Service Order Investiture at Buckingham Palace. Mum’s suit, hat and shoes were black and her blouse, pale pink silk. Her bag was made by my father during his convalescence, after the injuries he received in Burma (Myanmar). We’d…

Sponges can pick up a lot of bacteria, especially if they’re left in the sink. To clean it up, just pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds. Blinds pick up a lot of dirt. Mix equal parts of water and vinegar in a bowl and put a sock over your hand. Dip it in the liquid and run it over each slat to remove dirt or dust! To get rid of stubborn burns from your pan, fill it with water and add white vinegar. Bring to the boil, take it off the heat and add 2tbsp of baking soda. Cool, then wipe the mixture out of the pan.…

‘Too many things can go wrong with anaesthetics’ From swimming with sharks to jumping out of an aeroplane, there’s been no stopping Linda Robson since she turned 60 in March! Her new lease of life follows a staggering weight loss of 3st 7lb in the past 18 months – she’s now 10st – achieved by giving up sugar and alcohol, and living a healthier lifestyle. We caught up with Linda, fresh from doing the morning school run with her two grandchildren, Lilah, five, and two-year-old Betsy. Her desire to be in their lives for as long as possible was part of the reason for her weight loss. ‘I had a medical, and the doctor said, “You’ve got a chance of getting diabetes if you don’t lose some weight,”’ says Linda.…

In 2002, following a serious illness, I set off on a long, convalescent solo ramble round the Cornish coast path, walking gently along the cliffs and stopping overnight at humble B&Bs (long before the word ‘Air’ got in front of them). Concerned that I might topple off a rock into the waves and no one would notice me, my wife Beth bought me my first-ever mobile phone. I didn’t fall into the sea but unfortunately the phone did. I confessed to Beth that evening from a phone box and went another year unmobilised until it became apparent that, without one, I’d probably never work again. ‘What do you mean you can’t contact him? Hasn’t he got a mobile?’ My next, clunky, grey phone served me well, happy to just nestle…

Third child of five was a difficult place to be Nikolai Vadbolsky was posted for duty on the royal yacht Shtandart soon after finishing his officer training in July 1912. As he arrived at the dock in St Petersburg, it was being prepared for a cruise round the islands off Finland. It was a magnificent craft, over 400ft in length, the dark wood polished to a shine, with sun glinting off the portholes. ‘I have no sailing experience,’ he told the captain, thinking it best to be honest. ‘I wouldn’t let you near the helm of a beast like this,’ he replied. ‘Your role is to look after the grand duchesses. Entertain them. Make sure no harm comes to them.’ There were four Romanov daughters, aged…

Where it started As an island, Great Britain has always been dependent upon imported goods. And so, with the outbreak of war and the escalating number of attacks on ships by enemy submarines, rationing came into effect in 1940 to ensure everyone, no matter what their income, received a fair share of what little was available. The long haul Though clothes rationing ended in 1949, food rationing lasted for 14 years, until 1954, when the restrictions on meat and bacon were finally lifted at midnight on 4 July – nine years after the end of the Second World War. Restrictions rise Though first applied to bacon, butter and sugar, the difficulties of war meant that this was soon followed by rationing for other foods. By June 1941, clothes rationing was…

✿ Closed fasciotomy/ needle aponeurotomy – uses a fine needle to break the fibrous bands. Lower risk of complications but recurrence rate may be 50% after five years. ✿ Injections of collagenase that break down soft tissue. Similar recurrence rates. ✿ Fasciectomy. May also require skin grafting and has a higher complication rate. Physio and a hand splint for weeks afterwards. ✿ Finger amputation – very rarely needed/appropriate. ✿ Radiotherapy – risks and benefits still being assessed.…

Walking into Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, for my first chemo session, I was carrying blankets, jumpers and thick bed socks. I’d been told that the cool cap I was going to wear to help protect my hair from 15 chemo sessions might make me feel cold. I needn’t have worried. I’m such a hot bod and the treatment made me feel warmer still, so the cap was more of a cooling relief. INITIAL ANALYSIS I was diagnosed with breast cancer last February, after noticing a lump in my right breast, and I started chemotherapy the next week. I was obviously apprehensive about the effects but I was told about the scalp cooler as a way of saving my hair. It’s like a cross between a rugby cap and riding hat and…

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To see your containers bulging with spring flowers next year, now is the time to plant bulbs. A clever method is to plant in double or even triple layers, known as ‘lasagne planting’. Small bulbs such as anemones, scillas and muscaris are planted in a layer on top of and in-between larger bulbs such as hyacinths, daffodils and tulips. You can choose varieties that flower at the same time so that together they create maximum impact, or stagger the flowering dates so that the container looks good for longer. Mix and match different colours, too. Orange tulips, blue muscari, and yellow daffodils make an attractive team. Classic combinations Unless cleverly planned with a smattering of evergreens, herbaceous borders tend to disappear underground for the winter, so plant the most vivacious…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr This could be a week of extremes. One moment you are full of energy, the next moment you need to rest. Try to stay in balance. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May Gratitude is your keyword for this week. The more you are grateful for, the more your finances will improve. You may have a windfall. Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun This is a good week for striking up new and interesting relationships. This could be either a business or a personal relationship. Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul You are under favourable stars for starting a new business or for making a hobby produce money. Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug Set yourself priorities this week as you may be extremely busy.…

To the rescue I was interested to read about Jayne Marsden’s rescue whippets (28 August) as I had my precious whippet Piglet until last May. We were devastated to lose her. She was rescued by the Evesham Greyhound and Lurcher Rescue (lurcher.org.uk). Bambi Mouse has now come to live with us, rescued again by EGLR. I’d like to thank Pip and the team for making it possible for us to have Piglet and Bambi. Mary Finegan, Stratford-upon-Avon A matter of taste Caroline Buchanan’s article (11 Sept) about her lack of taste and smell made me feel that I wasn’t alone. Some years ago, after three heavy bouts of flu, I noticed that I couldn’t smell or taste anything. I thought once I recovered my health it would all return, but…

Plant power This self-watering plant pot is the perfect addition to your windowsill. it can be left alone without any watering or maintenance for up to 12 weeks. £9.99, lechuza.co.uk ; 01268 490184 Floral fancy Brighten up your home with this delightful floral cushion £29. Visit arighibianchi.co.uk/c/eloise-sage-cushion/ p-26031 ; 01625 613333 Tea tonic English Tea Shop has created a range of organic Wellness Teas – the ultimate ‘me time’ remedy. There really is one for every occasion! From £5, etsteas.co.uk ; 020 8150 0019…

IMMUNITY TONIC Take this daily as a tablespoonful or a shot. At first it will be a little hard to handle, but persevere and after a week or so your body will crave the acidity and in turn retain the benefits from all the incredible herbs and spices. MAKES 300ML ✿ 3 garlic cloves, peeled ✿ 1cm knob of fresh ginger, peeled ✿ 2.5cm knob of fresh turmeric root, peeled ✿ 1 lemon, peeled (keep the peel for another use) ✿ 10g fresh horseradish root, peeled ✿ Pinch of cayenne pepper ✿ 2tbsp raw honey ✿ 300ml organic raw apple cider vinegar ✿ 300ml sterilised glass bottle Put the garlic, ginger, turmeric, lemon and horseradish through a juice extractor, then mix in all the other ingredients. If you don’t have…

Diane, 50 ‘I wouldn’t normally wear burgundy, I tend to gravitate towards orangey reds and corals, but I’m pleasantly surprised and I like how the colour is lifted when mixed with brighter tones. I’m not a big fan of skirts but pairing them with over-the-knee boots definitely makes them more wearable. The knit keeps it casual for daytime.’ RICH REDS Edna, 68 ‘I wear a lot of blue so I was very pleased to be styled in this colour! It’s a very classic look, I love the dress even though the length is longer than I would normally wear, and I like how the gold jewellery is simple but still stands out against the tonal outfit.’ MIDNIGHT BLUES Joy,76 ‘I’ve not really worn green before, so this is very new…

Healthy lemon possets This easy lemon posset recipe is light and airy, and an elegant make-ahead dessert that can be served as a palate refresher at the end of a meal. SERVES: 6 ✿ 425ml (14fl oz) reduced-fat crème fraÎche ✿ 100g (3½oz) caster sugar ✿ 2 lemons, zested and juiced ✿ Blueberries, to serve ✿ Lemon zest, to serve 1 Place the crème fraîche and sugar into a large saucepan. 2 Add the zest of both lemons to give a more intense citrus flavour. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and allow to bubble robustly for around 5 min. Ensure you stir continuously to avoid the mixture bottom from burning. Pour the juice of the lemons into the mixture. Remove from the heat and strain. 3 Pour into…

Welcome to the neighbourhood’ read a personalised flyer I found in the letterbox of my new house on my return from work. And a particularly warm welcome from the Plover Development Homeowners’ Association.’ I noticed the back of the flyer featured a close-up of my own front door. ‘Please note that your door must be restored to the stipulated shade, ‘Tranquil Dawn’. Currently, it is ‘Spring Dusk’, chosen in error by the previous occupant.’ I checked the name at the foot of the flyer – a Ms Mildred Sevington. I scrunched up the flyer. I’d had quite enough of petty ordinances when I was living with Gordon. Over the next few days, I had a light installed on the porch (motion-activated for security), mounted a ye olde metal postbox by…

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Chocolate The occasional chocolate bar may actually be good for us. The key, however, is the word ‘occasional’! New York scientists discovered that eating three chocolate bars a month could cut your risk of heart failure by 13% thanks to flavonoids – natural compounds in chocolate which help reduce inflammation and boost blood-vessel health. Top Tip Try to stick to eating chocolate in moderation and choose darker varieties, which have more flavonoids and less sugar.…

I m in a job that I really don’t like and I know that I need to find something else. I make time to job search, update my CV and LinkedIn profile but then I don’t do it. I don’t know where the time goes. If I don’t do something, I’ll just stay miserable. Ellen, London From what you’ve said, it sounds to me that you’re procrastinating! I wonder what’s behind this behaviour? I assume that you’re running a story in your head that makes the outcome feel not very appealing, such as ‘I won’t get a job’ or ‘all jobs are the same’ and so on. I have a few tips for you that I think will help. ✿ Talk to others who have applied for jobs recently and…

Our cute baby blanket has three intarsia motifs that represent the coldest places in the world – it’s perfect for baby to snuggle under on cold winter nights. MEASUREMENTS Approximately72cm/28¼in wide by 70cm/27½in long. MATERIALS 5 x 50g (104m) balls of King Cole Merino Blend DK (100% wool) in Pale Blue (1531), 2 balls in White (001) and 1 ball in each of Grey (Clerical 049) and Rust (Redwood 1988)*. A 4mm (No. 8) circular knitting needle (60-80cm length). Yarn is available from theknittingnetwork.co.uk. TENSION 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10x10cm, over ss, using 4mm needles. ABBREVIATIONS St(s),stitch(es); k,knit; p,purl; ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side); mst,moss st; PB, Pale Blue. NOTE The blanket is worked in rows. Use circular needle for large…

The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend Katarina Bivald (Penguin, PB £8.99) Love books? You’ll love this story of two book-obsessed pen friends. When Sara, 28, leaves Sweden to visit 65-year-old Amy in Broken Wheel, Iowa, she never expects to open a bookshop in a town where no-one reads. But, as the name suggests, Broken Wheel needs help, and with a little assistance from Sara, this heartwarming debut shows how books can transform people’s lives, and a town in the process. Her Watchful Eye Julie Corbin (Mulholland Books, PB £8.99) Try as she might, Ruby Romano just cannot let go of her past, but when she spots one particular face in the crowd during her shift as a CCTV operative, making up for old mistakes becomes an obsession. Before long, she…

Mrs Beasley, who runs our charity shop as if she’d rather be on the Dragons’ Den panel, was standing by the window and gazing into the street. She does this when she needs to do a bit of Grade B thinking. Grade A thinking is done in the little yard out the back, where she can get a bit of peace. It is to this place that she takes selective members of our team to pass on a confidence, or perhaps to break the news that they must immediately put their belongings into a black bin bag and leave the premises – (you have to be very careful doing this in a charity shop – pick up the wrong bin bag and you could end up…

✿ SOW HARDY ANNUAL SEEDS of brachyscombe, larkspur, nigella and linum in pots in a cold greenhouse, garden frame or porch, and the plants will be ready for planting out from late March to give an extra-early display next summer. ✿ THERE’S NO DOUBT ABOUT IT, hardy, woody, evergreen and deciduous plants will do best if planted in early autumn. They’ll make lots of new roots in soils that have been warmed by summer sun and get well established before winter sets in, growing strongly next spring. ✿ PLANT PREPARED HYACINTH BULBS IN POTS and keep them cool and damp, such as on top of a polythene sheet against a north-facing wall. Cover them with a deep layer of peat, so they can develop strong and healthy roots. When the…

...Book Macbeth The National Theatre’s epic and visually daring production is touring the UK and Ireland until 23 March with Michael Nardone in the title role. ✿ For venues and tickets, visit nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/macbeth-on-tour ...Watch Disney on Ice Join Moana on a voyage to restore the stolen heart of Te Fiti, follow Rapunzel’s quest to see the floating lights, travel to Arendelle with Anna, Elsa and Olaf from Frozen, and discover the bravery that’s inspired generations with Jasmine, Ariel and Cinderella. Breathtaking skating will make this an experience you’ll never forget. ✿ At venues nationwide. Visit disneyonice.co.uk ...Discover The best new British and international films at the BFI London Film Festival (LFF) It’s one of the world’s top film festivals, with gala events, premieres, workshops, talks and film screening as well…

Nausea Add a 5cm piece of fresh ginger to 500ml boiling water. Infuse overnight. Strain into an ice cube tray and freeze. Suck on the frozen cubes or add them to your water glass when feeling nauseous. Earache Peel a garlic clove and place into the sore ear canal (be careful not to push it in too far). Leave overnight while sleeping. Smelly feet Make some strong black tea in a bucket. Leave it to cool and then soak your feet in it for 30 minutes. The tannins in the tea get rid of bacteria. Bad breath Rinse your mouth with lemon juice, it stimulates saliva flow, which flushes out odour-causing bacteria. Flatulence Sip peppermint tea. The herb kills bacteria that causes bloating and also relaxes your gastrointestinal tract.…

Katy Bevan, trustee of The Heritage Crafts Association ( heritagecrafts.org.uk ), says: Keeping traditional skills alive isn't just crucial for our cultural heritage but also for our mental health. We lack control in many areas of our lives, but we can make decisions and take risks when crafting. And in a world full of technology, it’s grounding to know where something comes from and how it’s made. We are becoming more conscious of the environmental cost of our possessions these days, and the interest in traditional skills may increase as a result.…

THE PROBLEM Pigmentation Sarah Cooper-White, Beauty Director Over my years in the beauty industry I’ve tried plenty of “wonder ingredients” promising to transform my skin, but nothing has ever worked quite like retinol. Used every night, this works hard while I sleep to fade fine lines and pigmentation for noticeably firmer, more even skin come morning. It’s worth every penny.’ Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream, £65, Debenhams THE PROBLEM Dry Jayne Marsden, Lifestyle Director ‘ I have extremely dry skin and psoriasis, so I ’m always cautious about the products I use on my face. Unlike other exfoliants that can feel a little too abrasive, this gently buffs away dead skin cells for a brighter and most importantly more comfortable complexion. Great for busy mornings, it’s easy…

Dupuytren’s contracture affects the gristly tissue (fascia) that ‘lines’ the palms of our hands and surrounds the tendons that control our fingers. Overactive/faulty soft tissue and collagen cells thicken, distort and shorten the fascia, gradually trapping the tendons, making it harder to straighten the fingers which can curl over permanently. Dupuytren’s affects up to one in 20 (two million) people in the UK and often starts after the age of 50. Fewer women are affected, and usually at a later age. Actor Bill Nighy is a sufferer. The causes There’s a genetic link – it’s nicknamed ‘Viking’s disease’ as it’s more common in people of North European descent, including Scottish people. It runs in families too. It’s more common in smokers, heavy drinkers and manual labourers, especially if they frequently…

1 Moisture is a must Moisturise dry, scaly skin with emollients. Ointments are best to rehydrate skin. Pharmacy products containing salicylic acid can help remove stubborn scales. 2 Steroid creams Use steroid creams to settle inflamed areas. Follow your GP’s instructions as steroids can cause permanent redness if over-used. 3 Healthy lifestyle Aim for a healthy lifestyle. For support and information, visit the Psoriasis Association – 01604 251 620; psoriasis-association.  org.uk. 4 Stronger treatment If all else fails, ask about stronger treatments. Occasionally, immune-suppressing ‘biologic’ drugs are required. These need careful monitoring.…

Too old to party Q My granddaughter is having a 21st birthday party and has invited us. We’re in our 80s and don’t like noisy parties. I’m happy to go to a family meal but not a party; she’s upset and says I’m being mean. Moira, Wales A How lovely that she wants you there. I’m sure many grandparents reading this would feel envious while also, I expect, not liking noisy parties! Of course, your granddaughter can’t see this, as she‘s young! When she says you’re mean, I don’t think she’s saying you’re unkind, I think what she’s really saying is: ‘I’m sorry you aren’t coming and it makes me sad.’ Is there any way you could perhaps compromise, and go for the first hour and then leave her to…

Cross-stitch this cushion inspired by a similar design originally featured in Woman’s Weekly in 1964 YOU WILL NEED ✿ 50cm of 140cm-wide 28-count Cashel linen fabric in Blue Spruce ✿ 3 skeins of white stranded cotton embroidery thread ✿ Size 28 tapestry needle ✿ 180cm white pompom trim ✿ Matching sewing thread ✿ 40cm square cushion pad Finished size: 40 x 40cm Stockists: 28-count Cashel linen in Blue Spruce, £23.50 for 50cm, Willow Fabrics (01237 237171; willowfabrics.com). Pompom trim in white, £1.79 for 1m, Minerva Crafts (minervacrafts.com). WORKING CROSS-STITCH Each cross stitch is taken over three threads of the fabric with three strands of embroidery thread in the needle. Each square on the chart represents 3 x 3 threads of the fabric. ✿ Bring the needle…

Fun-loving families Myrtle Beach, just a two-hour drive from Charleston, has been a popular family resort since the 1940s. Its mile-long boardwalk is fringed with ice cream parlours, amusement arcades and a fabulous Ferris Wheel which lights up at night. Culture vultures Brookgreen Gardens is a National Historic Landmark. The 9,000-acre property was founded by wealthy couple Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington, who filled the beautiful grounds with sculpture – there are over 2,000 works by 425 different artists.…

Park up wisely Don’t let a parking ticket ruin your day… Last year, the RAC found that 17,137 parking tickets were issued every day in the months leading up to Christmas. So if you’re landed with a ticket, here’s what can you do… 1 Most of us never contest parking tickets. But did you know that over half of appeals win? So if you feel you have a good case, fight back! 2 If you’ve been ticketed at a supermarket as the tills were busy and you were only a few minutes late, speak to the store manager. Most of them can get the ticket cancelled. 3 In most cases, as long as you’re parked legally in the first place, you shouldn’t be fined within 10 minutes of your paid-for…

Katherine Anya Seton (Hodder Paperbacks, PB £9.99) This classic medieval romance guides us through the Black Death, war, peasant riots, power struggles and a passion that cannot be denied. It’s still considered by many as the best in its genre. Knowing this is a true story makes Katherine and John’s love affair all the more compelling. The book is also rich in history and historical characters, such as the poet Geoffrey Chaucer. Our one criticism The ending feels slightly rushed compared with the rest of the book, which was bursting with period detail. Our verdict There’s a reason this book hasn’t been out of print since 1954 – it’s definitely Anya Seton’s masterpiece.…