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DIY Cocoa Coffee Sugar Body Scrub by Julie-Ann Henry

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DIY Cocoa Coffee Sugar Body Scrub by Julie-Ann Henry

A lovely gift for a woman; this scrub will exfoliate and leave your skin smooth and moisturized - the scent is quite yummy! To use: massage the scrub gently all over your body, leave on for a couple of minutes, then rinse. Ingredients ½ cup olive oil ½ cup sunflower oil 2 tablespoons ground coffee beans 1 ⅓ cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Method Combine all the ingredients and mix well. Pour into a wide-mouthed jar. Mix well before use as the sugar tends to sink to the bottom.   DIY/Gift idea: Cocoa Coffee Sugar Body Scrub  

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Who invented Wellies?

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Who invented Wellies?

Who invented Wellington boots? No single person was responsible for the invention of rubber Wellington Boots. The Duke of Wellington designed the Wellington Boot - although not called the Wellington boot at the time for his soldiers for the Battle of Waterloo, in 1815, fighting against Napoleon. The distinguishing feature of the Wellington Boot was the low-cut heels and the calf-high tops. The Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon at Waterloo, and in the wake of this victory and his ensuing popularity, Wellington boots became popular. Originally Wellies were made in hessian - a natural fiber from the skin of the Jute plant. The hessian boot...

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DIY Barbecue Kit by Julie-Ann Henry

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DIY Barbecue Kit by Julie-Ann Henry

For the gourmet barbecue master or master in training, we have put together a lovely kebab kit - everything he needs at his fingertips! Line a large foil container or drip tray with some wood shavings (we used dried Rosemary stalks which can also act as skewers), add kebab skewers, a basting brush, tongs and a spice rub or marinade. EASY AS 1..2..3! Barbecue Kit    

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Christmas tree cookies by Julie-Ann Henry

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Christmas tree cookies by Julie-Ann Henry

Hi and welcome to Bootkidz, a small design company based in London. This page has some great ideas for do-it-yourself Christmas gifts and decorations. Christmas tree cookies Ingredients 250g unsalted butter (softened) ½ cup castor sugar ½ tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 egg 3 cups cake flour, sifted   Christmas tree cookies with Troy the dog eating cookies hanging from the Christmas tree Method Preheat the oven to 160C. Cream the butter, castor sugar, salt and vanilla extract. Add the egg and beat in thoroughly. Slowly add the flour and mix in as much as you can with...

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Boot Stands

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About boot stands Boot stands are used to dry and air rubber boots. Rubber boots need special care.  Neoprene or other synthetic boots don't need the same amount of care. Rubber boots tend to get smelly during the damp winter months. It is important to allow your boots to dry naturally.  This will extend the working life of your boots. Airing your boots prevents mould and bacteria from growing on the inside of the boot and makes your boots last longer. The bacteria and mould in a boot can cause fungal infections of the skin of the foot including athletes foot and...

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