Cosy yet contemporary living rooms with Crown Paints

Thu, Nov 03, 2011

With winter fast approaching and that chill in the air we will soon be retreating inside to hide from the elements. During the winter months the living room should be a safe haven so your family can spend the cold nights indoors. Why not take the opportunity now to redecorate before the winter frost is truly upon us?

Four thousand customers can’t be wrong

Thu, Nov 03, 2011

Are you ready for this winter? We all remember the cold snap last year, weather forcasts are predicting another freezing cold winter ahead, so now is the time to ensure you and your family are kept cosy and warm this winter, by insulating your home with Ecoseal.

Guarantee a comfortable winter with BetterBedding

Thu, Nov 03, 2011

As the cost of keeping the home cosy this winter keeps going up, BetterBedding have a cost-effective way of keeping rooms warm and cosy. Its new range of heavy fleece interlined curtains are perfect for windows of all sizes and patio doors and help cut down the cost of heating the home. The secret to thermal curtains is layers, multiple layers of fabric trap air and create invisible blankets of insulation to help stop draughts and reduce heat loss through glass.

New Miele centre opens at Cunniffe Electric Expert

Thu, Oct 27, 2011

Miele Ireland will officially launch its Galway Miele Centre, the fourth regional centre for the appliance manufacturer in Ireland, this Saturday. The Galway centre is run in partnership with Cunniffe Electric Expert at Riverside Commercial Estate, Tuam Road.

Santa returns to Dunsandle Castle

Thu, Oct 27, 2011

Santa will be returning to Dunsandle Castle, Kiltullagh, this December, along with Mrs Claus and their elves for Santa’s Castle 2011. This event, now in its third year, is gaining a reputation as one of Galway’s leading Christmas events.

Santa’s Castle is a fun experience for all the family, where both young and old can revel in the magic of Christmas. Ninety minutes of seasonal adventure begins when you and your family are greeted by the woodland elves, who lead you on a torch-lit procession through the atmospheric castle woods. When you arrive at the castle you are welcomed into Mrs Claus’s kitchen where there are songs, stories, and treats, before ascending the 15th century medieval spiral staircase to Santa’s great hall. Each child has a personalised visit with Father Christmas, and also receives an educational gift. The tour culminates with a trip to Santa’s workshop, where children can create their own Christmas cards and decorations with the help of Santa’s elves.

Tips on mirrors from Collection by Panfili

Thu, Oct 13, 2011

Mirrors are the most powerful tools in making rooms seem larger. They can open up dark corners and not only create illusions of space but also provide optical surprises.

Brighten up your home for winter at The Fabric Store

Thu, Sep 29, 2011

Autumn/winter is well and truly under way at the Fabric Store in Terryland. A great way to start the season is to revamp your home with the latest fabric trends.

Talking to children about separation

Thu, Sep 29, 2011

The decision to separate is a painful one for all concerned.

One of the most difficult things for parents to do is to tell the children. It is quite likely that they are aware that relations between mum and dad are not good.

La Maison Chic launches its range of top quality Irish sofas

Thu, Sep 22, 2011

Form and functionality are key ingredients at the heart of everything with La Maison Chic sofas and armchairs.

Twilight Cinders will colour our autumn palette

Thu, Sep 22, 2011

A subtle and sophisticated autumnal violet is forecast to feature in homes this autumn — Dulux’s Twilight Cinders is an honest shade of great depth, which takes its inspiration from wild flowers and juicy berries. The colour incorporates the trend towards violets in deeper, richer shades and a need for colours which give a mellow, honest and relaxing hue.

Brighten up your home for winter at The Fabric Store

Thu, Sep 22, 2011

Autumn/winter is well and truly under way at the Fabric Store in Terryland. A great way to start the season is to revamp your home with the latest fabric trends.

Autumn – the natural time to plant

Thu, Sep 15, 2011

Just like the school year, the gardening year begins in autumn, which may come as a surprise to many. If 2011 has been a gardening disappointment for you due to the unfavourable weather, there is no need to wait until spring to begin improving matters. Autumn is the best time to plant.

Great reductions on all old stock at McMahon’s

Thu, Sep 15, 2011

McMahon’s on the Tuam Road is having a massive clearance sale across the branch with all old stock reduced to clear.

Prices have been reduced in doors, floors, and bathroom ware. With doors from €10 and bathroom suites from €99, there is a bargain for everyone.

Galway man honoured at prestigious RDS crafts competition

Thu, Sep 08, 2011

Oranmore resident Fergal Costello was awarded second prize in the furniture category at the RDS crafts competition. He also received the Duff-Tisdall award for innovative design and construction, which came along with a €500 cash prize. Costello’s winning entry, Tree chair, was the product of more than 200 hours of design and craft work. The chair was exhibited in the RDS during the Dublin Horse Show, and will be travelling around the country with the exhibition for the rest of the year.

Farm tour to explore cooking and gardening in the Burren

Thu, Sep 08, 2011

Clare Farm Heritage Tours will present the fourth walk in its series of summer events on Harry Jeuken's farm on Sunday September 11. Harry Jeuken will show his own garden on the day, where most years he is able to successfully grow a wide variety of crops outdoors, and he will also explain prehistoric cooking practices with two fulachta fiadh on his land. The meeting point for this walk is Gortlecka Cross near Mullaghmore and refreshments will be available at the end of the tour.

Fifteen per cent off for three days only at La Maison Chic

Thu, Aug 18, 2011

Laurent Billiet, one of the west’s leading interior designers, launched his long awaited and much anticipated interior design boutique on June 30. La Maison Chic’s La Boutique, located at No 11 Lower Abbeygate Street, is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sundays 1pm to 5.30pm. To celebrate, La Maison Chic is offering 15 per cent off everything on Thursday August 18, Friday August 19, and Saturday August 20.

Galway Antiques Fair this weekend

Thu, Aug 18, 2011

Antique dealers from all over Ireland will be at the Galway Bay Hotel this Sunday for the Galway Antiques and Collectables Fair.

Design for living at The Red Barn

Thu, Aug 11, 2011

The Red Barn has developed a style that is a blend of European traditional and American classic. The company’s design is a mixture of old and new, combined to give a classical and unique look that is relaxed and natural.

La Maison Chic opens la boutique

Thu, Aug 04, 2011

Renowned interior designer Laurent Billiet has just opened his long awaited and much anticipated interior design boutique.

After six successful years, Billiet’s interior design business, La Maison Chic, has taken the next step with the opening of the interior design boutique on Abbeygate Street in Galway. “I found many clients saying they wished they could pick up the objects I chose for their houses all the time, and I always wanted to share my favourite designers and picks with a wider audience, so I’m excited to be able to showcase them now in my very own boutique,” he said.

Home & Garden

Thu, Jul 28, 2011

Dunnamaggin in Co Kilkenny recently played host to the Husqvarna ride-on mower Guinness World Record attempt which saw 1,000 ride-on mowers cutting grass on the same field at the same time. Husqvarna sponsored this event, which raised much needed funds for the Camphill Community, a therapeutic community for children and adults with multiple disabilities.

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