Wendy Finn

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Here we look at the best makeup cases good for travel to suit every taste, budget and travel occasion from train cases to rolling makeup cases, zebra print makeup cases and everything in between. Makeup can be problematic to travel with as you usually end up leaving behind some of your best items or squashing it all into a cosmetic bag. Luckily there is an answer with these travel cases.

Hostas are a plant that need very little care usually, although there are some hostas winter care tips that your plant will benefit from you knowing. Although they need a cold period to help them rest and grow, there are certain measures you can take in order to protect your hosta plants.

There are various methods of successfully winterizing a banana tree and we look at them all in detail here. Whether you have a fledgling plant, a fully grown tree, it's container bound, or you live in a climate with a harsh winter, suggestions are offered throughout.

Pumpkins take a long time to grow, which means that they can be susceptible to a good deal of pumpkin plant diseases. Here we take a look at how to spot them, how to treat them, and how to prevent them happening in the first place.

As well as looking at orchid plant problems such as pests, diseases and viruses (and how to treat them), we will also take a look at the ideal environment for your orchid so it will thrive. Tips on avoiding root problems are also included.

How do you harvest cranberries? Well, the way you do it will be different to the way modern farms do it, but here we offer tips to make the picking of cranberries a lot easier. When is the right time to harvest and what is the best way to do it before the birds arrive to claim your bounty for themselves? All these questions will be answered.

If you want a new look in your room but can't be bothered stripping off the wallpaper then you can always paint over it. But what is the best way of painting over wallpaper, and is your wallpaper the type that can be painted on? We offer answers and DIY decorating fixes.

All juniper tree varieties are really attractive and easy to look after; they are a friend to those non-gardeners who don't have green fingers. Here we take a look at which variety is best for you, where to plant it, and how to look after it, as well as some random juniper facts. Junipers are great for bonsai and for adding to rock gardens.

Dogwood tree planting instructions are not difficult to follow you'll be pleased to know. First we'll establish what type of dogwood you have before we continue on to planting advice, after care, and what diseases to look out for.

Christmas is never a cheap time of the year, despite our best intentions. I can at least offer you some cheap decorating ideas for Christmas that will leave you with more money in your pocket for presents. We take a look at inexpensive Christmas trees, cheap tree decorations, creating a door wreath for nothing, and making the best of nature.

Halloween is a time when you want to go to town and make everything look super spooky; especially in the home. Here are some great frugal tips for decorating a Halloween home from the big to the small, and many that are really quick to make. Make friends with white glue and paper mache, and learn how to create floating zombies!

If you want to overhaul your garden then planning a landscape design is the perfect way to do it. Here we will guide you on sketching out your garden, example layouts and ideas for your garden space (whether large, small, narrow or odd shaped), as well as how to use plants and stairs to your advantage.

Knowing when to harvest your garlic crop isn't as easy as just waiting for a certain time of the year; there are clues you need to look for to know if your bulbs are ready to be pulled. Tips and advice is included here on spotting the signs, what to do after a wet summer crop, and how best to dig up and store your garlic bulbs.

Let's take a look at the different types of wainscoting that can be used in your home. There are many designs each with their own strengths depending on the room to be decorated. This article will help you to choose the right one, learn how to decorate it, or even create your own faux wainscoting for a fraction of the price.

Gardening with stairs can be challenging, but there are a whole host of ways around the problem. We take a look at creating a focal point in your garden, create a wildlife garden and useful area, as well as making garden stairs your friend and less of a problem. Lighting issues are also looked at.

Buckeyes are a wonderful tree that can grow very large, so here we take a look at the different varieties of buckeye tree and buckeye facts so you can choose the best one for you. There is a smaller variety that is almost like a bush that you can plant in your garden. You can also make a buckeye sweet;a basic buckeye recipe is also included.

Finding cool sunglasses for men can be a bit of a chore; you want something cool and stylish, not the same as all your mates have got, and that has that certain quality you are looking for. I've narrowed down five looks for sunglasses that will have you looking cool no matter how hot and sunny it gets.

Want to know what the best looks are in the eyewear department for men this Summer? Here we give a rundown of what looks are hot with the best men's sunglasses for 2012. There are looks to suit all kinds of men with all kinds of budgets.

Making Minnie Mouse cupcakes is a fun activity that adults and children alike can enjoy doing. The process is actually pretty easy and the finished results beyond cute. You can even use Oreos as ears. Here are a few ways to achieve mousey cute cakes.

The top five best mineral makeup brands are revealed here with accompanying reviews for each product. Advice is offered on the best product for your pocketbook, skin type and occasion so there is something here to suit everyone.