Innholdsfortegnelse for 1-Aug-2023 i Woman's Weekly

Sunny memories "I was in my 20s when I went to the Algarve. We were pretty impoverished and camped in my tiny tent, but it was a holiday I will never forget. We discovered a beautiful cove you had to scramble down cliffs to reach. Among the young sunseekers, an old sculptor, who looked like Picasso, worked on the beach every day creating in clay. He was the strongest swimmer I’ve seen, happily going out on days when the wind whipped up the waves and everyone else stayed on the sands. Sadly, I’ve never been back to that part of southern Portugal, so I read our feature on page 38 with great interest."…

3 WAYS TO... Prevent fungal nail infection 1 KEEP FEET CLEAN Use a nail brush to keep the top and underneath of your toenails clean. Trim your nails regularly, and avoid wearing fake nails or shoes that make your feet sweat. 2 WEAR FLIP-FLOPS Communal areas, like swimming pools and gym changing rooms, are fertile ground for the fungi that cause nail infections, warts and verrucas. Wear flip-flops on wet public floors and never share towels, bed linen, socks or shoes. 3 TAKE ACTION If you do pick up an infection, it’s important to treat it swiftly. Look for hardened, itchy or flaky skin and discoloured or loose nails, and ask your pharmacist for advice. NEWSFLASH More women survive breast cancer Around 95% of women now survive breast cancer for…

3 OF THE BEST... STYLE TIPS 1 GO BACK TO NATURE Use floral and foliage shapes to create a timeless and calm scheme that’s perfect for bedrooms. Choose items featuring delicate leaves, fronds and ferns, and beautiful wildlife illustrations. Continue the theme with natural materials, such as wicker and wooden furniture, with crisp cottons and soft linens. 2 BRING THE OUTDOORS IN Adding plants to your botanical bedroom is a must. As well as creating structure and interest, houseplants have physical and mental wellbeing benefits. Consider peace lilies to purify the air, or lavender to add a relaxing scent to help you drift off to sleep. 3 USE MOTHER NATURE’S COLOUR PALETTE Green gives a botanical feel and it’s the perfect shade for creating a soothing vibe. Consider painting your…

Wordwise You have 15 minutes to find as many words as possible using the letters in the grid. Each word must contain four or more letters, one of which must be the central square. No proper nouns, plurals or foreign words are allowed. There is one nine-letter word in the grid, for which the clue: Matching. Average = 25More than 45 = well done 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: Another name for an anemone. Crossword Try the easy or cryptic clues, then rearrange the letters in the shaded squares for the answer. CLUE:…

The directions to our friends’ house were not encouraging. ‘Turn right at the sign which says Here Be Dragons,’ he said cheerily. ‘Carry on until you reach The Middle of Nowhere, then turn left up the track by the woodshed. It’s a bit rugged, so stay in first gear and, whatever you do, don’t slow down.’ There were also some more sensible directions, but you get the idea. We were visiting a cottage in north Wales so remote that I think we might have overtaken Sir Ranulph Fiennes, who was making his way there by sledge, hoping to make the first unaided crossing of the cottage’s vegetable garden. ‘I told you it was going to rain’ It was certainly worth the trip. ‘Isn’t that a spectacular view of the bay?’…

FLORAL DELIGHTS Pick up a juicy crop of gardening tips and enjoy dazzling floral displays at RHS Garden Hyde Hall Flower Show, in Essex, between 2 and 6 August. Set among 365 acres of fabulous grounds, there’s also a treasure trove of arts and crafts in the pop-up marquee. Tickets £15.30 (inc Gift Aid); rhs.org.uk Branching out Wander through the wild East Sussex landscapes of Wakehurst botanical gardens (managed by Kew Gardens) this summer to discover Rooted – eight new outdoor art installations inspired by the power and beauty of trees. How will your voice sound inside Birgit Õigus’ 3m Forest Megaphones (right)? Don’t miss the Giant Wood Mouse (inset), created by Little Lost Robot, a collective of social practice artists, which demonstrates the links between trees, fungi and wildlife.…

This summer sees the opening of three sparkling new outdoor pools, while across the country our historic lidos are being restored: more than 100 are already open with 40 campaigns under way to revive others. The golden age of the lido was in the 1930s, when 160 pools were built across Britain. By the 1990s, most had closed but, thanks to community groups and a resurgence in outdoor swimming, many have since reopened. Find out about the newcomers and some classic favourites… Pontypridd Lido Ponty is the only one of its kind in Wales. Made up of three heated pools, one of which was frequented by Tom Jones in his youth! The listed art-deco lido was built in 1927 with help from the Miner’s Welfare Fund, to encourage healthy living…

1 TANGERINE DREAM Orange-toned red lipsticks work well on darker skin, and we particularly love this zingy shade. As the colour stands out, keep eyeshadow relatively bare or try a similar tone, such as warm bronze. 3INA The Lipstick 172, £13, Superdrug 2 LAVENDER HAZE Pastel eyeshadow is back in a big way. Lilac works especially well with blue eyes and is a stylish, fun new tone to try. Apply this liquid formula with a pointed eyeshadow brush to create a liner-esque flick. It’s also available in five other vibrant colours, including orange and pink. Barry M Face & Body Pigment Paint, £5.99, barrym.com 3 PASTEL POP An easy way to experiment with brighter colours is to try them on your nails. It’s not as daunting as going all-in with…

Spicy courgette and sausage pasta Each ingredient complements each other to create this quick, tasty family supper, with not many ingredients needed. SERVES 4 PREP 10 mins COOK 15 mins ✱ 350g casarecce or penne pasta ✱ 6 spicy sausages, cut into chunks ✱ 2 medium or 1 large courgette, sliced thinly lengthways ✱ 150g creme fraiche ✱ Parmesan cheese, grated, to serve 1 Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, add the pasta to the pan and cook for 10 mins, or according to the pack instructions until just tender. 2 Meanwhile, dry-fry the sausage chunks in a non-stick frying pan for 5 mins, until golden and cooked through. Add the courgette slices and cook for 1 min, to soften. 3 Drain the pasta and add…

ADVICE FROM OUR WOMAN’S WEEKLY DOCTOR A slipped prolapsed/herniated) disc can happen for a variety of reasons, such as degenerative ageing changes in the disc tissue, exercising too hard or not enough, lifting heavy objects the wrong way, vibration from driving or operating machinery, or being overweight. If the prolapse increases, there may be pressure on the nerve behind the disc, causing pain, tingling or numbness, and sometimes weakness in the leg, or bladder or bowel problems. Other symptoms are lower back pain, numbness or tingling in shoulders, back, arms, hands, legs or feet, and neck pain, plus problems bending or straightening, muscle weakness, and pain in the buttocks, hips or legs if the disc is pressing on the sciatic nerve (sciatica). A slipped disc is painful if…

Craft Difficulty level YOU WILL NEED ✱ Small footstool ✱ Measuring tape ✱ Fabric scissors ✱ Patterned fabric ✱ Fabric pins ✱ Staple gun Stockist: Bosworth fabric in Chambray, £16.99 per m, Prestigious Textiles 1 Measure your footstool and carefully cut out a piece of fabric that’s large enough to cover the top and all four sides – allow for an extra 2cm on each side for the hem. Lay the fabric face down on a flat surface and place the footstool upside down on top of it, so that it’s sitting directly in the centre of the fabric. 2 Starting on one of the longer sides of the footstool, carefully fold a hem along the edge of the fabric and neatly pin it to the underside of the footstool.…

Holiday Inspiration I loved reading the article Walking with Writers [Celebrating Britain in the 13 June issue]. I’ve recently started a creative writing course and love the idea of a guided tour. So to combine one filled with information about some of my favourite authors is just up my street. You can guess what I’ll be doing this summer! Claire West, Lostwithiel PAWS FOR THOUGHT I wish I could sleep as soundly as my eight-year-old golden retriever Sassi. Yvette Hills, Alexandra Hills, Australia ✱ Got a pet pic that makes you smile? We can give it a good home WARNING SIGNS TO WATCH I was so interested in your wonderful article on the heart in the issue dated 30 May [2023]. I had a heart attack seven years ago at…

HABIT YOU ALWAYS SAY ‘YES!’ You’re not alone. A lot of us are in the habit of people-pleasing – struggling to say no to things because we want to be helpful, keep the peace or be liked by others, says Chloe Brotheridge, author of The Anxiety Solution. ‘But always saying yes can lead you to feel overwhelmed, burnt out and stressed.’ TRY THIS ‘Instead of instantly agreeing to something, buy yourself some time by saying “Let me check my diary and get back to you”,’ says Chloe. ‘You can then consider whether to say yes – or no.’ HABIT YOU ALWAYS PUT THINGS OFF Procrastination may seem to relieve the stress of having to tackle a challenging task, but it creates more anxiety as the deadline approaches, says Chloe. TRY…

SHIRT Give tailoring a feminine twist in a smart shirt dress with a nipped-in waist and a fit-and-flare skirt. To add a casual spin, team with trainers. BARDOT The off-the-shoulder neckline shows off the collarbone while keeping upper arms covered. Add structure with a belt or keep it loose for a relaxed look. WRAP A universally flattering fit, look for flared or puff sleeves to add volume to your top half. BOHO This breezy style has an oversized fit for that throw-on-and-go appeal. Wear as a beach cover-up, for everyday activities or an evening out. Breathable fabrics, such as cotton and linen, will keep you cool.…

Keep the sheets Don’t ditch your duvet entirely – your body needs some kind of covering, as it helps to regulate temperature during the sleep cycle. Opt for a thin 100% cotton sheet. If you share a bed, use a separate cover to avoid the transfer of body heat. Try putting a hot water bottle or reusable gel pack in the freezer and bring it to bed with you. Regulate your home It’s tempting to throw open windows on a beautiful day, but by letting sunshine and warm air pour into your home, you will just be making it hotter. During daylight hours, keep windows closed and blinds or curtains drawn, only opening them up after dark when temperatures have dropped. Turn off lights and appliances that generate heat too,…

Everything’s piling up Q I’m going through a difficult patch and have a number of issues in my life. This is making me anxious, angry and fearful. I am struggling with focusing on anything else, so I’m falling behind in my work and chores, and I’m not managing my relationships well. That all adds to my anxiety. Zoe, Basingstoke A When things are difficult, it’s hard to focus on something other than our problems. As you say, this has a knock-on effect and leaves you more stressed. There is a technique you can try to shift your energy and focus. Find somewhere comfortable to sit, and put both feet on the ground so you feel rooted. Listen to the sounds in the room and beyond. Now,…

Crochet Difficulty level BASE (SAME FOR ALL COVERS) 1st round: With 4mm hook and chosen colour, make a slip ring as follows, wind yarn round index finger of left hand to form a ring, insert hook into ring, yrh and pull a loop through, 3ch (counts as first here and throughout), 11tr into ring, slst in top of beginning 3ch to join – 12 tr. 2nd round: 3ch, 1tr in same st at base of beginning 3ch, [2tr in next st] 11 times – 24 sts. 3rd round: 3ch, 2tr in next st, [1tr in next st, 2tr in next st] 11 times, slst in top of beginning 3ch – 36 sts. For 6.5cm jar base, stop here and continue with sides. For 8cm jar base, work the following round…

Books 73 Dove Street by Julie Owen Moylan (£16.99, HB, Michael Joseph) It’s 1958 when Edie finds herself moving into a London boarding house with nothing but a small case and an envelope of money, which she duly stashes away. And she isn’t the only one with a story. Tough but vulnerable Tommie and formidable landlady Phyllis have their own secrets. From the Rivoli Ballroom’s dance floor to the nightlife of Soho, the characters leap off the pages as each try to find their way in this compelling, post-war mystery. The People Watcher by Sam Lloyd (£16.99, HB, Headline) Severely traumatised by her past, Mercy Lake exists on the periphery of life. Restricted to living in the dark, she performs secret acts of kindness, while watching over the lives of…

Horoscopes ARIES 21 MAR – 20 APR Clear communication is going to be most important this week. Keep a paper trail of all transactions, so there are no misunderstandings. TAURUS 21 APR – 21 MAY Pamper and nurture yourself right now. Do something that makes you feel both joyous and glamorous. GEMINI 22 MAY – 21 JUN This is the perfect time for working with children, or for bringing out your inner child. Have more fun in your daily life. CANCER 22 JUN – 23 JUL Keeping your body and mind in balance is your challenge. If you don’t allow yourself a single negative thought, then your life will improve. LEO 24 JUL – 23 AUG Starting a new project, going on a trip, planning an adventure are all under…