It’s May bank holiday weekend: perfect for pottering around the garden, lazing around in the bath (with some Vintage Mimosa & Pomegranate, of course!) and for making the most of the extended weekend in the capital. Here are a few ideas for what to do this weekend…
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April and May are the best months of the year to get planting. Your soil is warming up, and hopefully so are you – even if you are a little bit damp. But, what to grow in the garden now the last of the frosts are (hopefully) behind us? Time to dust-off your gardening gloves, dig out your trowel, find those old seed packets you forgot to plant last year and get growing! Below you’ll find a few tasty vegetables to grow in the garden now spring is here.
And make sure to look after your hands before and after working in the garden: use a Heathcote & Ivory vitamin E hand cream and a parabens & sulphates free hand wash after pottering around in the mud.
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Spring is here again! The daffodils are blooming, bumble bees have returned to our gardens, and the mornings are glazed in dewy lawns and abuzz with celebratory birdsong. It’s not all blue skies and blooming flower beds though – this time of year is also famous for its affinity with sprucing up the old homestead.
Spring cleaning can be a tedious job at the best of times though, which is why we’ve put together this list of ways to brighten up your day while dealing with some of the more laborious tasks. And as a special treat, we’ve included some music suggestions for each tip to put a spring in your step.
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If you’re looking for tips on how to make your Easter eggs look beautiful, or even Easter gifts, this article might not be what you were eggs-pecting. We thought we’d try something a little bit different this Easter…with eggs, but chocolate is rather old-hat.
Eggs are delicious, nutritious, and very nice on toast. But did you know they are also one of the cheapest beauty aids you’ll find? Natural and high in protein and vitamin D, eggs are great for your hair and skin.
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Heatchote & Ivory drawer liners, including those from our newly released Floral Fragrance Collection, are delightfully decorated and beautifully scented; they are designed by Heathcote & Ivory for pleasure and practical use, and ideal for a good spring clean.
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Yes it’s as exciting as it sounds! This Easter we are launching an Easter egg hunt on our website – the winner of which will receive £50 worth of items from our newly launched Floral Fragrance Collections, including Wild Daisy & Elderflower, Freesia & Wild Strawberry, Lavender and Sweet Pea & Honeysuckle.
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After presenting her with a splendid gift from our Mother’s Day gift selection, what mum wouldn’t then be overjoyed at the prospect of breakfast in bed on Mothering Sunday? We thought we’d find some perfect breakfast recipes that will help you treat that perfect mum to a perfect breakfast in bed this March 18th. So arm yourself with a tray and some juice, and let’s get cooking…
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Mother’s Day 2012 will be with us on the 18th March. Here’s our top selection from our Mother’s Day gift ideas on site now. From mothers that like to pamper, to those that are on the go – there’s something for all manner of mum.
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There’s nothing like a long, hot bath to dissolve away the day’s stresses, which is why we’ve put together this list of top relaxation techniques for the perfect bathing experience. From candle-lit bliss to the soothing fragrances of our Vintage Mimosa & Pomegranate Bath Melts, the options are as plentiful as they are alluring and are sure to improve your all-round sense of well-being…
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Yet more exciting developments from Heathcote & Ivory HQ: our fabulous Cath Kidston toiletries range has expanded into even further levels of indulgence! Introducing the new Cath Kidston Blossom bath and body range, the latest groovy kitchen collection, Cath Kidston Retro Flowers, and the third fragrance from Cath Kidston – Wild Flowers, Honeysuckle.
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