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Our summer playlist: up and coming musicians who are hot right now

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Summer wouldn’t be the same without some brilliant tunes to get the good vibes flowing. We’re spoilt for choice here at magazine.co.uk over which artists will grace our summer playlist. However, after much deliberation we’ve chosen our favourite up and coming musicians. We’re sure you’ll love their sounds just as much as we do!

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Are adult colouring books really causing a worldwide pencil shortage?

We investigate recent claims that adult colouring books are putting pressure on pencil manufacturers and uncover people’s favourite scribbling tools.

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Our top 10 Etsy shops

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London Craft Week is currently in full swing. Only in its second year, the event showcases exceptional craftsmanship from around the world via a programme of over 130 events across the capital. The line-up this year includes hidden workshops and exhibitions by both unknown makers and famous masters.

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Advice for first time marathon runners

Running the Brighton MarathonI sit here writing this with slightly sore legs, achy feet and a glowing sense of achievement. Recently I ran the Brighton Marathon for Mind – a charity that helps people with mental health problems and their relatives. Now that I’ve crossed the finish line and the endorphins are wearing off, I’ve had a chance to reflect on what I’ve accomplished. Covering 26.2 miles is no small feat so to help you ahead of your own race, here are some top tips from myself and fellow runners.

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Our top UK garden bloggers in 2016

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Spring is here so it’s time to get out into the garden and transform winter-ravaged flowerbeds into a bloomin’ lovely summer spectacle. To help your fingers turn green in 2016, we’ve ploughed the internet and dug up the very best garden bloggers. Read on to discover who’s made our list plus find out how to win two tickets to the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show that takes place this summer.

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Edible UK - The New Foodie Magazine You Can Eat!

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Edible UK is a brand new consumer publication all about the best in food. From creative, nutritious and healthy recipes to the best in kitchenware and eating out. The best thing is that Edible UK is printed on rice paper - meaning when you’re done reading it you can enjoy it as a light bite. Continue reading

How to get your kids to bed on time

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Bed time can be the bane of parents’ lives. Dragging overstimulated kids up the stairs, kicking and screaming, knowing that simply putting them in bed is never going to get them to sleep.

But if done right, bedtime can be one of the most rewarding parts of being a parent. So what’s the secret? Should your routine be rigid or flexible? What’s the best way to cope with school holidays and what on earth can you do with teenagers? Continue reading

How does your upbringing affect your own parenting?

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we look at how our upbringing affects our own parenting decisions.

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Our favourite new authors in 2016

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It’s no surprise that here at magazine.co.uk we love reading – and for good reason! Reading has been scientifically proven to boost intelligence, make you more empathetic, and even slow the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Continue reading

The best travel blogs by couples

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Some of the best travel blogs out there are run by couples. It’s interesting to read how two separate people can sometimes take a different perspective on the same place, and the blogs often serve as a great source of relationship advice too. Continue reading