gift label with stamped word mum on it
Photo: The HK Photo Company

Every year we hold a celebration for that very special person who loves us the most, our dear mother! Mother's Day is revered all across the globe, and like many countries, Australia marks the day every year on the second Sunday of May. This is our opportunity to say a profound thank you to this wonderful person who brought us into the world, and who has given so much of herself to us!
  • March 19, 2024

Mother’s Day Traditions in Australia (When Is It & How to Celebrate)

gift label with stamped word mum on it
Photo: The HK Photo Company

Every year we hold a celebration for that very special person who loves us the most, our dear mother! Mother's Day is revered all across the globe, and like many countries, Australia marks the day every year on the second Sunday of May. This is our opportunity to say a profound thank you to this wonderful person who brought us into the world, and who has given so much of herself to us!
passport in lavender cover and helicopter toy on a table
All photos: Porapak Apichodilok

Many Australians talk about how easy it must have been a long time ago to be able to travel the world because there were no restrictions on where you went. This is actually not true and travel documents have been around for many hundreds of years. 
  • March 18, 2024

The Many Benefits of Getting Yourself a Passport Before You Travel to Australia

passport in lavender cover and helicopter toy on a table
All photos: Porapak Apichodilok

Many Australians talk about how easy it must have been a long time ago to be able to travel the world because there were no restrictions on where you went. This is actually not true and travel documents have been around for many hundreds of years. 
beautifully cut plywood scattered on the floor
Photo: Jakarta Parquet

As the title indicates, this article is about plywood and how it can be so useful around your home and business but first, it is important to explain what exactly plywood is and how it is manufactured. It is certainly a timber product but it is engineered from many different layers of wood veneer and these are all glued together to create a much stronger and pliable flat sheet of wood. It is a material that is used extensively in the building profession and it is used because it is incredibly useful and it is very affordable.
  • March 18, 2024

Top 7 Clever Plywood Uses for Your Home and Business Projects (Australia and Beyond!)

beautifully cut plywood scattered on the floor
Photo: Jakarta Parquet

As the title indicates, this article is about plywood and how it can be so useful around your home and business but first, it is important to explain what exactly plywood is and how it is manufactured. It is certainly a timber product but it is engineered from many different layers of wood veneer and these are all glued together to create a much stronger and pliable flat sheet of wood. It is a material that is used extensively in the building profession and it is used because it is incredibly useful and it is very affordable.

close-up shot of two silicone under eye patches on top of rose gold rug

Tired of tired eyes? Buckle up, beauty buffs, because today we're taking a deep dive into the Under Eye Patches by NYX Cosmetics! Inspired by the trendy (and frankly, intriguing) world of cryotherapy, these patches promise to de-puff, revitalize, and leave your under-eyes looking fresh and prepped. But do they deliver on the icy cool claims? 
  • March 17, 2024

Cryotherapy-Inspired Under Eye Patches by NYX Cosmetics | Review & First Impressions

close-up shot of two silicone under eye patches on top of rose gold rug

Tired of tired eyes? Buckle up, beauty buffs, because today we're taking a deep dive into the Under Eye Patches by NYX Cosmetics! Inspired by the trendy (and frankly, intriguing) world of cryotherapy, these patches promise to de-puff, revitalize, and leave your under-eyes looking fresh and prepped. But do they deliver on the icy cool claims? 
close-up of woman's face with no makeup and glowing skin

Let's face it, elaborate skincare routines are great, but who always has the energy for them? Thankfully, for lazy days, there's the concept of skin minimalism. Think of it as a secret plan for achieving a healthy glow even on days you don't feel like doing much. This simplified approach focuses on just a few key steps, giving you back precious minutes while keeping your skin happy.
  • March 13, 2024

Glowing Look in 3-Steps: Skin Minimalism Routine for Lazy Days

close-up of woman's face with no makeup and glowing skin

Let's face it, elaborate skincare routines are great, but who always has the energy for them? Thankfully, for lazy days, there's the concept of skin minimalism. Think of it as a secret plan for achieving a healthy glow even on days you don't feel like doing much. This simplified approach focuses on just a few key steps, giving you back precious minutes while keeping your skin happy.
beautiful woman with a prom updo poses for the camera
Photo: Miley Guinn

Prom night is all about feeling confident and radiant, and the hairstyle is a major part of that equation. But before you book an expensive salon appointment, unleash your inner stylist with these stunning updos! Designed for medium and long hair, these easy-to-follow hair looks with minimal effort and maximum payoff. So grab your bobby pins, get ready to be wowed, and prepare to rock prom night with a DIY updo that's uniquely you! 
  • March 10, 2024

10 Prom Updos for Medium and Long Hair You Can Easily Do Yourself

beautiful woman with a prom updo poses for the camera
Photo: Miley Guinn

Prom night is all about feeling confident and radiant, and the hairstyle is a major part of that equation. But before you book an expensive salon appointment, unleash your inner stylist with these stunning updos! Designed for medium and long hair, these easy-to-follow hair looks with minimal effort and maximum payoff. So grab your bobby pins, get ready to be wowed, and prepare to rock prom night with a DIY updo that's uniquely you!