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The homemade homemaker

Vicki Lesley guides you to a greener household
  • The homemade homemaker

    Every year Britons spend a small fortune on mouthwashes, bleaches and toothpastes in their quest for a perfect smile. But, argues Vicki Lesley, why not try some homemade concoctions that are both cheap and free from abrasive chemicals?
  • The homemade homemaker

    You want your home to look and smell great this Christmas, but you don't want to contribute to waste or pollution. Why not make your own decorations and candles? Vicki Lesley shows you how
  • The homemade homemaker

    Commercial lipsticks may contain ingredients as bizarre as beetles and fish scales. For luscious lips without the yuck factor, try making Vicki Lesley's natural versions.
  • The homemade homemaker

    Vicki Lesley: Unless you live a life of constant takeaways and restaurant excursions, washing the dishes is an unavoidable fact of life. Here's how to scrub, eco-style.
  • The Homemade Homemaker

    We spend a fortune on hi-tech beauty and cleaning products, often without really thinking about what's in the lotions and potions we slap on our faces and pour down the drains. Yet with just a little bit of imagination and forethought, we could easily make many of them ourselves. In this new regular column, we'll bring you recipes for everything from toilet cleaner to toothpaste.

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