DIY and home repairs gifts

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With Nancy Birtwhistle, it IS easy being green. From the Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author, Clean Magic is a complete guide with practical and down-to-earth advice on how to integrate Nancy’s tried and tested household tips into your daily life.From sorting stubborn stains to Basic Magic, Pure Magic Gel and big, themed clean-ups, Nancy helps...

The basis for the wonderfully funny and moving TV series developed by Amy Poehler and Scout Productions. A charming approach to putting your life in order so your loved ones won't have to. There's a word for it in Swedish—dostadning, literally, 'death cleaning'. Swedish-born Margareta Magnusson is, in her words, 'aged between 80 and 100'. When her husband died, she...

You've just stumbled upon the Swiss Army knife of home hacks. Home Sweet Hacks by Mark Gregory offers 150 quick, easy, practical, eco-friendly, low-cost hints and hacks for around the house. It includes instructions on a variety of tasks such as: How to remove stains Making your own cleaning and beauty products Getting rid of insects in a natural and...

The British Book Industry Awards Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2016 Norwegian Wood is the perfect fireside read, whether you're a seasoned woodcutter or your passion is yet to be kindled. It's also an ideal seasonal gift. Chopping and stacking wood is a pastime where the world makes sense once more. Because our relationship to fire is so ancient and...

Don't miss the newest book from The Repair Shop, coming September 2025 Heartwarming, magical and uplifting In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. The BBC's BAFTA Award-winning The Repair Shop has brought this waste-conscious message to an even wider audience, with its regular viewing figures of 7 million in the...

An updated edition of DK's best-selling DIY manual. An updated edition of the best-selling DIY manual you can't afford to be without, with expert know-how for success every time. Whether you need to do a quick fix or undertake a large DIY project, find out how to tackle any DIY task with confidence following this revised and updated step-by-step guide....

As the old Finnish proverb has it: First build the sauna. Then the house. More and more people around the world are rediscovering an ancient secret to wellbeing, relaxation and stress relief: the humble sauna. By gently raising the heart rate and relaxing muscles, the magical steam that rises from the heated stones—what Finns call loyly—has improved quality of life...

Making Concrete Pots, Bowls, and Planters by Hester van Overbeek presents 33 stunning projects designed for your garden, entertaining, and gifting—all using concrete. Follow Hester van Overbeek's simple tutorials to create a diverse range of unique concrete projects. In the Gardening & Outdoors section, discover ways to add an extra spark to your garden with items such as the Chevron...

Unleash your creativity by making your own all-natural soap. Making soap with all-natural ingredients lets you express your creative side while reducing chemicals in your cleansing routine, but where do you begin? This helpful resource for entry-level soap makers will demystify the process and show you how to bring nature and your own unique style into your everyday soaps. And...

A portable, pocket edition of the definitive wood-cutter's bible - perfect for Father's Day "The book has spread like wildfire" Daily Mail "A how-to book with poetry at its heart" T.L.S. "A step-by-step guide to preparing your wood store" Independent Whether you're a seasoned woodcutter, or your passion is yet to be kindled, Norwegian Wood is a highly informative and...

Bring your home out of the mess it’s in—and learn how to keep it under control! Housekeeping expert Dana K. White shares reality-based cleaning and organising techniques that will help you learn what really works. Do you experience heart palpitations at the sound of an unexpected doorbell? Do you stare in bewilderment at your messy home, wondering how in the...

Dreaming of a beautifully decorated home, but never been taught the practical skills to execute your plans? Laura Deller of @houseprojectuk teaches you everything you need to know in this handy step-by-step guide, for house projects big and small, in any space. Say goodbye to DIY disasters and hello to a relaxing home that reflects your personal style and your...

Fast, foolproof cleaning hacks that fit into your day and free up your life Make your home spotless in next to no time. From quick fixes for spills and stains to swift spritzes and full spring cleans, TV's favourite cleaning expert, Iwan Carrington, shows you how to make your home spick and span with minimal elbow grease. Room by room...

The fun and easy way to make fragrant candles and soaps for home or gift-giving. For anyone who wants to make beautiful, hand-crafted candles and soaps at a fraction of the cost of store-bought, this friendly guide is the ideal place to start. Featuring lots of step-by-step illustrations and eight pages of full-colour examples, it provides detailed how-to instructions for...

Sylvanian Families TV Set (5149) Add a cosy living room detail to your Sylvanian home with the Sylvanian Families TV Set. This simple accessory is perfect for creating everyday family moments—watching a show together, relaxing after dinner, or enjoying a movie night. Ideal for pairing with sofas, living room furniture, and family figures, the TV Set helps bring realism and...

Bicarbonate of Soda is far more than a baking ingredient—it can be used in all manner of household tasks including cleaning, laundry, animal care, and health and beauty. This is the essential guide to maximising the potential of this cheap, environmentally-friendly, and multi-purpose product. Tips range from removing baked-on food from pans to making your own facial scrub, from getting...