Decorate Your Own Pottery

We all want our homes to be unique in as many ways as possible. This includes what ornaments we display in our homes, as well as what we eat off of and drink out of. One of the best ways to make your home a little bit more unique is by decorating your own pottery.

Decorating your own pottery literally means you are given a piece of pottery to decorate yourself. You are able to add your own design, your own colours, and your own personal touch to a wide variety of pottery items. Giving your home the uniqueness it deserves.

Decorating your own pottery works best for those that are artistic. Once a design has been put onto these items it can not be removed. So if you mess up it is there for good! People with art skills tend to do well with this option as they are able to create amazing designs that they love. It may also work well if you have children and do not mind using messy designs as children will add more colour than adults. They tend to be more daring and it will be the most unique product you will have seen.

There are two main ways that you can decorate your own pottery. One of the most popular is purchasing a kit that has small pottery items ready to be painted. These can be purchased from places like HobbyCraft or Amazon. Another option is going to a local pick n paint pottery shop where you will have a much wider selection of pottery items to choose from, as well as the professional equipment to complete these designs perfectly.

Decorating your own pottery is the perfect way to add that extra splash of uniqueness that every home in the world deserves.

Choosing The Right Plates For Your Home

Yes, you heard me right, you need to choose the right plates for your home! No, there is not only one kind of plate to choose from, there are many different options and we are here to help you!

Firstly you need to consider shape. Not all plates are round! Whilst this is the most common plate shape, you can also find square, hexagon and oval plates to name a few! As well as kids plates that come in all different shapes to make mealtimes more interesting.

Another aspect you need to consider is the material. We all think about purchasing ceramic plates, but for some, this is not the best choice. Some other options include plastic, wooden, and even glass! Choosing the best material for your home is key.

Finally colour choices. This is an easy decision to make as most will go with a set of plates that catches their eyes. Whether this is a plain colour or plates with designs. There will be something that you love!

Mugs and Cups – What Are The Differences?

Mugs and Cups are two types of drinkware that are commonly found in homes across the nation. Today, we are going to discuss with you the differences between them both.

A cup is a small container that is used to hold liquids that you wish to drink. It is generally made from glass or plastic. But can also be made from wood, metal, china, clay and many more materials. There are many different types of cups that are used primarily for drinking different liquids out of.

A mug is a type of cup that is used for drinking liquids out of. These mugs will generally have a handle attached to the side for you to hold. Making them perfect for drinking warm brews out of, such as tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or soup. A mug will generally hold a much larger amount of fluid than your average cup, making it perfect for when you require a larger drink. The most common materials for mugs are ceramic, china, porcelain or stone.

Different Types of Spoons and Their Uses

We’ve all been there…. the kitchen utensil draw. With one of the main things we always notice is the strange amount of spoons we have. With the common question being why do we need so many spoons? Surely they all do the same job as each other. Well, today we are going to discuss with you all the different types of spoons and their uses.

Wooden Spoons
Possibly one of the most commonly used spoons in cooking and baking. An extra spoon that is bound to make an appearance in every household across the world. This type of spoon is possibly the perfect spoon for cooking in the kitchen. With it being so lightweight and made of a material that does not conduct heat, meaning your spoon will not get hot when working at high temperatures. As well as it being so soft to the touch, it will not scratch your pans, keeping them looking nice!

Metal Spoons
These are another popular choice of spoons when cooking. The main disadvantage is that they will scratch your pots and pans, they will also get very hot if using at a high temperature! These are better to be used when serving dishes rather than cooking them due to their sturdiness, and their ability to scrape at dishes.

Silicone Spoons
Fairly new to the market in the spoon world is silicone spoons. But these are becoming extremely popular in homes. With them being easy to clean, stain-resistant and do not get hot to the touch. They are the perfect all-around spoon for ease of use.

These are the top three types of spoons that we can expect to see in all homes across the world! Which spoons do you have in your home? And which type of spoon is your favourite to use?

Open-plan Kitchens – Are They Worth It?

Open-plan kitchens are becoming more popular and more commonly seen in homes. But are they worth the extra money, time and hassle that it takes to make the perfect open-plan kitchen? Today, we are going to share with you both the positives and negatives of open-plan kitchens.

One of the main benefits of an open-plan kitchen is how it allows to family to come together. When you are cooking a meal you likely feel excluded with your family in another room. Having an open plan kitchen allows you to still see and communicate with them whilst cooking.

Another benefit is that it can help the downstairs of your home to feel bigger and lighter. With light coming for all directions from all windows, you will feel less cramped in an open plan room.

There are also a few disadvantages to an open plan kitchen, the main one being distractions. When you are cooking a big meal you may not want any distractions. It may be nice seeing your family, but they can distract you from what you are doing and make it more difficult.