…ree Blue Ducks. The first thing we do is catch-up with Richard our General Manager and the team, and then it’s onto emails. Fortunately, most of my time at the studio is spent designing, but at times I can get pulled in different directions, so it becomes a juggling act. My day does vary depending where I’m at with a design. I try and leave work by 6.00pm to spend time with our daughter and cook dinner and reflect. As a designer you never really s…
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…u go about sourcing ingredients? We have amazing suppliers here at Balls & Company and work closely with them to get the best products available. As I come from Australia, sourcing these suppliers was through a lot of research and really talking to them and understanding their product. Producers are the unsung heroes of our industry – they have so much passion for their products and this absolutely is reflected in what arrives at our kitchen door….
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…uch as UV exposure play a part in how well pigment lasts in the skin. We recommend that clients come for a yearly Colour Refresh Treatment. Which eyebrow/make up trends do you predict we might see this year? Hopefully the trend for natural-looking brows will prevail! I prefer not to follow Brow trends, as they are usually short lived, and a natural eyebrow enhancement will usually be the most flattering long term. Sian Microbladed my eyebrows duri…
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…, the location was superb, and the friendly staff were professional and welcoming. I was advised to arrive about ten minutes early so I could do the iPad paperwork, which is a straightforward questionnaire of ailments and concerns, and the Manager was on hand for any queries. I was booked in for a fifty minute massage (50 or 80 minutes are available) and I was able to specify what I liked. In fact, my favourite way to relax is with a head and foot…
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…t my home with my children. What advice would you give our readers when it comes to home maintenance? I would always recommend seeing a professional first to get the initial brow shape and then maintain the shape at home. Always sit in front of a large mirror and use a magnified hand held mirror, this gives you an overall realistic view and the hand mirror helps with the detail. When shaping your own brows, always tweeze after a hot shower, in nat…
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…rt Despite your best efforts, there may be times when a moth infestation becomes unmanageable. If you notice extensive fabric damage or large numbers of moths in your house, it’s advisable to call a pest control expert. Professionals can provide a comprehensive treatment plan to eradicate the infestation and advise on preventive measures. How to Prevent Moths from Entering Your Home Maintaining Cleanliness Keeping your home clean is one of the mos…