Innehållsförteckning för October 2016 från Home

Perhaps it’s that time of the year, but I feel the need to escape. I’m sure you know this feeling all too well: soon we’ll be hearing the sounds of Jingle Bells and Boney M, yet my to-do list is far from finished. A while ago, a reader wrote to say that she gets very envious when we write about people’s “getaway homes” because she can’t afford one. Could we please desist so she can feel a bit better about things? I can sympathise. But I’ve said it before: sometimes one needs to dream. And Monica Sandri, whose magical rose garden is featured in this issue, puts it so beautifully: dreams aren’t supposed to be realistic, but it’s important to dream all the same! In her case, the dream very…

Who lives here? Brendan and Kim Black with their kids Adam (21), Isabella (18) and Olivia (14) as well as Pablo and Miró, the Pomeranians. [WHERE] Fish Hoek, Cape Town [SIZE] ±300m2 [ORIENTATION] North-east I love homemade meringues. When I put a swirl of pink food colouring in them, they look like roses! – Kim The glass shelves in the dining room are perfect for displaying glassware and other treasures. Kim Black’s house is her castle. “I’ve always been interested in décor!” she says. “Ever since I was a little girl, I can remember rearranging my room a million times and when I visit people, I rearrange their rooms in my head!” Kim, an artist, has a soft spot for colour and loves layering with various designs and quirky…

During a makeover of their bathroom, Brad and Suzi van der Merwe of Cape Town decided to have the tiles painted. Unfortunately, the inside of the shower was also painted and although they tried to make the best of a bad situation, the paint soon started to peel. What should have been a fresh new look for the bathroom turned into an ugly mess. It would’ve been very labour intensive to remove the paint, so the couple decided to simply tile the shower instead. Suzi had her heart set on large tiles used in combination with mosaic tiles but she was concerned that tiles of this size couldn’t be used in such a small space. Luckily, an expert was on hand to assist. Nicole Russell of Italtile was quick to…

Annie Sloan paint has long been the first choice for avid DIYers who love to revamp anything from an old ball-and-claw cabinet to the upholstery on a battered chair. And with their product range continually expanding, there are plenty of ways for you to get creative with your paintbrush. But who is the most innovative DIYer in South Africa? We know that Home readers are never short on clever ideas – and here’s your chance to share them with us! HOW TO ENTER 1 Online at homemag.co.za from 12 September to 14 October 2016. Download the entry form under the category “Annie Sloaner 2016”. 2 Fill in the entry form and upload your ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos along with a brief description of the steps you followed and which Annie…

Shopping list • 18mm plywood: two 600 x 600mm pieces• cold glue• panel pins• 150-grit sandpaper• paint or varnish• four metal candleholders• four 6mm x 30mm chipboard screws• small screw-in hooks (optional)• rope or chain to hang it up Tools • pencil• jigsaw• hammer• cordless driver and 25mm spade bit• 4mm steel drill bit Get started... 1 Trace the outline of the chandelier onto stiff cardboard to make a stencil. Using the stencil, draw the outline of the chandelier on both pieces of plywood. Using the jigsaw, cut along the pencil lines to form the two halves of the chandelier. 2 Using the 25mm spade bit, drill a hole at the top of one of the two halves. Using a piece of offcut wood, mark the middle of both pieces from top to bottom. On one piece, saw out a slot from the bottom…

For the sake of the sofa… Nirvana Rattipaul of Durban writes I recently bought two new sofas covered in fabric and I’d appreciate any advice on how to take care of them. Previously, I used Scotchgard on my dining room chairs but it was ineffective as the fabric became stained. What do you suggest? Karlene Crause of Before & After decor replies A sofa is an investment, so it definitely needs to be looked after properly. Start with a few practical measures: remove all the cushions regularly and vacuum the sofa seats, backs and armrests to prevent dust from accumulating on the fabric. Also vacuum the cushions and puff them up to aerate the stuffing. Rotate and turn the cushions regularly to prevent the foam from collapsing. Try not to…

Poetic license Natale O’Neil of Kroonstad writes I have four bowls and six plates with the inscription “Myott The Brook – Fine Staffordshine Ware” on the back. Are they worth anything? Shona Robie of Stephan Welz & Co replies Myott, Son & Co Limited was established in 1898; it was a typical family-run business based in the Staffordshire Potteries in England. They were known for their production of transfer-printed tableware such as plates, platters and teacups which depict quaint English country scenes. This specific pattern is believed to have been inspired by Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem The Brook and certain wares actually had a verse printed on them. This pattern was produced circa 1970 and pieces were sold individually so that a person could build up their own service. Each…

Why does my Labrador scratch all the time? We have treated him and the house for fleas, but he’s still scratching. He seems to be itchier in spring and summer. Why? Dr Guy Fyvie, veterinary advisor at Hill’s Pet Nutrition SA, replies Itchy skin is an indication of a physical problem, either on the skin or internally. Flea bite allergy is the most common cause and can result from a single flea bite. Continue to proactively prevent fleas – on the dog and in your home. If we rule out fleas and consider the seasonal signs (that the condition worsens in spring and summer), it’s most probably atopy, caused by an allergy to something in the environment (pollen, dander and/or house mites) which is exacerbated by increased heat and humidity.…

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How to grow Plant in full sun, in well-drained, composted soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant, needing deep watering only once a week. It takes well to being pruned to keep it compact and to create topiary shapes. The strong scent of the large mauve/blue flowers topped with short pale purple bracts attracts butterflies from a distance. The bushy plants (60–80cm high and wide) are excellent for flower borders and beds, as edgings, as container plants, in gravel gardens and in wildlife gardens. The long stems and large flowers are good for picking and last well in the vase. The flowers also dry well. Tip of the month This lavender will flower almost all year round if trimmed and fertilised after each flush to encourage the next flush of flowers.…

Meaty quiche This delicious and decadent quiche will have them coming back for more – make it for a special occasion. Makes 1 (23 x 23cm) quiche • Preparation time: 20 minutes • Baking time: 40 minutes CRUST • 150g savoury biscuits such as Tuc, crumbled• 100g butter, melted FILLING • 200g streaky bacon, fried until crispy• 200g cheese grillers, cooked• 100g salami• 3 eggs• 250ml sour cream 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C. Mix the biscuit crumbs and butter together and press this evenly into a loose-base tart pan. Set aside. 2 Put the bacon, sausages and salami (chop if you want a more even distribution) in the prepared crust. Whisk the eggs and cream together, season with salt and pepper (go easy as the meat is already salty) and pour carefully over the meat. Bake…

Creamy mussels Try to keep the vegetables to a 7mm square dice when you finely chop them. This not only looks nice but it also means they cook evenly. •  5kg fresh mussels, cleaned• 2 onions, finely chopped• 3 sticks of celery, finely chopped• 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped• 1 fennel bulb, finely chopped• 5ml fennel seeds• 100g butter• 15ml fish spice or 45ml concentrated fish stock• 125ml white wine• 1L cream• salt and white pepper to taste• 15ml parsley or fennel 1 For the sauce Sweat the onion, celery, carrots, fennel and fennel seed with a little salt and white pepper in the butter in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Your goal is to produce a fragrant and flavourful mirepoix with onions that are translucent rather than golden. This should take about 20–25 minutes. I sometimes pop the…

There surely cannot be one person on earth who doesn’t like to receive a bunch of flowers. They are always a welcome gift because they bring such joy and cheer, beauty and charm, fragrance and goodness. Flowers are always received with open arms and a big smile. True? No, not (always) true! Let me reassure you. I love flowers. I adore them. I am so happy if someone gives me flowers; I grin from ear to ear and receive them gratefully. But sometimes they aren’t the best gift, although I may be the only woman on earth who thinks so. I’m well aware that flowers are no longer a modest gift. They are gorgeous, the long stems wrapped in metres of cellophane and adorned with ribbons – a work of…

Climbing the walls Bernice Paterson of Durbanville, Cape Town bought this old mirror at a second-hand shop years ago. It was very rusty, but she gave it a fresh coat of white paint and hung it up on her front stoep – and clearly the climbing plants approve. A rosy outlook Suzanne du Preez’s self-catering guest house, The Tin House in Riebeek-Kasteel, boasts beautiful mosaic detail next to the swimming pool. The water spouts for the fountain are cleverly concealed in the rose design on the wall – which also separates the pool from the flowerbed. Taken to new heights We encountered this eye-catching staircase in Deon van der Walt and Jean Garner’s home in Betty’s Bay. The image is a sealed vinyl sticker, printed and installed by Mitat; it…

Who lives here? Darrin and Lee Varnfield and her son Luke (18) [WHERE] East London [SIZE] ±560m2 [ORIENTATION] North-facing If the current grey craze is not for you, experiment with a more romantic palette of soft creams, off-whites and earthy beige for a look that’s equally stylish and contemporary. Homeowner Lee Varnfield of East London shares a few tips and tricks on how to make this colour scheme work. [ TEXTURES ] Make use of a variety of textures to soften a floor and add detail and depth to your décor. Start with rugs; opt for a woven fibre such as coir, sisal, sea grass, jute or hemp for a natural look and feel, as Lee did on their stoep. [ NATURAL WOOD ] Light-coloured wood is perfect for a…

Who lives here? Sue Greeff and Jonny Biderman-Pam [WHERE] Simon’s Town, Western Cape [SIZE] ±250m2 [ORIENTATION] North/north-east On a narrow street in the False Bay village of Simon’s Town, Sue Greeff and her partner, Jonny Biderman-Pam, have found the perfect escape. Here, in a 160-year-old house, they find respite, taking the time to appreciate the impressive high ceilings and beautiful sash windows typical of homes from this era, or relaxing on their inviting stoep or in the peaceful courtyard just off the kitchen. When the house was bought in 2007, it had already been sensitively restored by the previous owner. All Sue had to do were some minor adjustments in the kitchen and bathroom – she moved the geyser outside to create more space and updated the flooring and lighting.…

# 1 Coffee table Shopping list • four pine crates• 18mm plywood (base)• 1 packet 6mm x 40mm chipboard screws• 1 packet 8mm x 16mm screws• four 50mm castors with joint plate• four rubber stickers• sheet of 6mm glass (top) Tools • tape measure• cordless driver and 3mm drill bit Project notes • Adjust the number of crates according to the size you want your coffee table to be; ours is 725 x 725mm.• Use crates in the same size.• Paint or varnish your crates beforehand if you don’t want a wood finish; this will simplify your task later.• Make sure your wooden base and sheet of glass are exactly the same size. Tip Ask your glass merchant to smooth the cut edges for safety’s sake. Get started… 1 Arrange the crates the way you want them. Measure the area of the bottom…

Q: Was the floor on page 55 of your June issue painted? If so, what colour is it? – Vanessa Haines A: It’s Plascon Stoep Enamel in the colour Veridiana, says homeowner Melissa Rautenbach. Q: Where can I find the white wall tiles as featured on page 38 of your May issue? – Anne Page, Port Elizabeth A: Architect Wynand Wilsenach says they were bought through Limegreen Sourcing Solutions (021 447 2254, lgss.co.za). The code is LGKL 2815 and the dimensions are 100 x 200mm. Q: What colour are the exterior walls of the house on page 36 of your June issue? – Lisa Ferreira, Addo A: Homeowner Heleen de Haas says the walls were painted with lime to which ochre was added. Q: What’s the name of the brownish…

Wildcat Bolla considers herself a true veld cat and loves going on hikes with her human companions. – Mia Theunissen, Willowmore Out of Africa Miniature schnauzer Alexx in awe of the breathtaking beauty of the Golden Gate Nature Reserve. – Ian Odendaal, Bethlehem Hounds on holiday Airedale Terrier Callie and older sister Scout, a Golden Retriever, are all packed and ready for a weekend away in the Natal Midlands. – Hilary Dudley, Durban North Water babies Thunder and Khumba (in the background) both love the water. – Karisha Quarrie, Durban Heart of a lion Zoe isn’t the least bit intimidated by this herd of cattle! – Sheila Maker, Port Alfred Just go to sheep... Sokkies isn’t quite sure how to deal with the unwanted attention of the sheep. – Sanet…

Everyone rose garden loves but a fragrant plants wisteria such as sweet and orange peas, Chinese jasmine are also scented stalwarts. CLIMBER Chinese wisteria Chinese wisteria, a vigorous climber with clusters of fragrant flowers, is perfect for covering a pergola or a fence. Just make sure the structure is sturdy enough to support this robust climber. It is deciduous and bears its beautiful purple flowers on the bare branches in spring. Chinese wisteria does well in any type of soil as long as it has sufficient space to grow and spread. Keep it well-watered after you’ve planted it but once it is well-established, it needs less water. Prune the plant back hard after it’s finished flowering to keep it in check and to retain a neat appearance. Plant guide Common…

Q: When I pick my ‘Ingrid Bergman’ roses for the vase, should the cut always be at an angle and a specific distance from the eye? You can cut at an angle or straight. We prefer straight because there is less stem exposed to the elements. In other words, the wound is smaller. Cut fairly close above a leaf, but don’t worry too much about the distance. It’s more important that you don’t cut more than 50% of long-stemmed blooms off a bush because removing too many leaves puts the roots under stress. Q: Last year, my ‘Blue Fairy’ rose suffered from a bad infestation of scale. What can I spray to prevent it this season? Last summer, because of the heat and not enough rain (in summer rainfall regions),…

Chicken and potato bake Under R125 • Serves 4 • Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour •  15ml olive oil• 4 chicken drumsticks• 4 chicken thighs• 45ml balsamic vinegar• 15ml paprika• 15ml oil•  750g frozen potato wedges• 200g cherry tomatoes• 1 feta round, coarsely crumbled• 3 preserved jalapeño chillies, chopped 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C. Heat the olive oil in a pan and fry the chicken until it’s browned all over. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and add the balsamic vinegar. Fry for about 30 seconds and then remove from the heat. 2 Mix the paprika and oil through the potato wedges and season with salt and pepper to taste. Arrange on one half of a baking tray. Place the chicken and tomatoes on the other half and sprinkle with the…

ON THE BOX In House vs House (Season 1 starts 3 October on the Home Channel, 176 on DStv) amateur and experienced renovation teams go head-to-head in gruelling home makeover challenges in the hopes of winning the grand cash prize. Judges Tanya McQueen, an expert in DIY design, and David Brian Sanders, an architect and designer, will determine which team is tops. 2016 Sanlam Handmade Contemporary Fair 14–16 October: Rooftop Hyde Park Corner, Johannesburg The Sanlam Handmade Contemporary Fair showcases handcrafted design, culinary artisans and winemakers, aiming to bring the ‘Well Made in Africa’ theme to life. With a host of exciting new exhibitors alongside familiar brands such as Skinny LaMinx, Richard Bosman and Honest Chocolate, you’re spoilt for choice! Pre-sale tickets are available online at sanlamHMC.co.za for R90 each,…

In the tropics Napkins R29.99 for 20, H&M A fragrant touch Scented candle in glass holder R129, H&M Guiding lights Bilbao mint pendant R599.95 and Mayfair outdoor wall light from R599.95, The Lighting Warehouse Handle with care Bolga round basket R595, Weylandts On tap Recycled glass drinks dispenser R450, Woolworths Candles in the dark Tulip votive set R160, Poetry Walk this way Patterned plastic rug R229, H&M Candy cool Striped rug R429, Zara Home Choose a chair Orange or yellow cane chair R1 650, designstore.co.za Come for dinner Forget Me Not dinnerware range from R79.95 each, Woolworths A soft glow Blue lantern R595, Volpes Cosy up Summer bright quilts R699 each, Woolworths 1 Blue geometric scatter (50 x 50cm) R299, Volpes 2 Solstice Red scatter (55 x 55cm) R412, Loads…

Mirror, mirror Sunburst carved mirror with cream patina (70cm) R3 290, Weylandts Chair affair Penny dining chair R1 895, Block & Chisel Look at those legs! French bouquet side table R2 600, Clive Biden Light fantastic Beaded chandelier R3 999, @home Timeless beauty Modern wooden clock (60cm) R899, @home Big softy Linen cushion with white embroidery R275, Biggie Best So(fa) beautiful! Anne three-seater sofa in Merle Linen R10 599, sofacompany.com Hall of fame Damask print cotton rug (70 x 200cm) R829, Zara Home Floral love Botanical flowers and hydrangea scatters R170 each, Woolworths See the pattern Patterned cushion cover R79.99, H&M STOCKISTS @home 0860 576 576, home.co.za Biggie Best 021 534 8662, biggiebestwebshop.co.za Block & Chisel 021 691 0878, blockandchisel.co.za Clive Biden 082 492 7064, clivebiden.co.za H&M 0860 690 707,…

Add a stylish touch to a summer stoep party with this handy drinks trolley! You will need SHOPPING LIST • Annie Sloan chalk paint in Graphite• Annie Sloan Clear Wax• silver leaf (available at craft shops)• gilding size (adhesive)• mirrors cut to fit on both trays TOOLS • paintbrushes: one for paint, one for adhesive and a soft-bristle brush to apply silver leaf• soft cloth Get started ... 1 Paint the bottom third of the trolley with two coats of chalk paint, allowing it to dry between coats. 2 Once the second coat has dried completely, apply the wax with a soft cloth to seal the paint. 3 Apply the gilding size to the top section; let it stand for a few minutes to get tacky. Do this in sections, rather than all at once. We created…

Citrus confusion Marcia Little of Parow writes Our miniature naartjie tree has been in a large pot for the past six years. This year, three new shoots developed and then we noticed one of them had a lemon on it! It was also of normal size. How is it that a miniature naartjie tree has borne a lemon like that? JJ replies All citrus is grafted onto wild rootstock. It seems that your naartjie tree’s rootstock happens to be a lemon. The Cape Rough Skin lemon is often used for this purpose. Cut the shoots back, otherwise the stronger wild rootstock will take over. Where the grass is greener… Kirsten Eggers of Ballito writes We have a large garden on the KZN North Coast and we’d like to create a…

Each pet owner whose pic is featured here wins an extra-large K9 Camper bed for dogs or a medium Cupcake bed for cats from Wagworld (wagworld.co.za). The top-quality, heavy-duty K9 Camper canvas is tough and durable, and it’s water-resistant – perfect for dirty paws and wet bums. The Cupcake bed, made with deluxe coral fleece, is sure to keep your feline friend comfy. Both are available from leading vet and pet shops. Send your pictures (at least 2MB in size) and full contact details to pets@homemag.co.za; see competition rules on page 128.…

1 Old-fashioned roses Old-fashioned roses have been around for many years, long before the first so-called modern rose, ‘La France’, was cultivated in 1867. The charm of old-fashioned roses lies in their wide variety of flower shapes, heady fragrance and natural growth habit. Experts Gwen Fagan and Pietman Diener share more about these roses... Old-fashioned roses in a bed Combine old-fashioned roses with shrubs and other flowering plants. Because many old roses are not repeat-flowering throughout the season, their companion plants ensure that the bed provides a longer show. Plant these roses with shrubs such as salvia, garden heliotrope, abelia, Ceanothus, Buddleja and Spiraea. Perennials and annuals such as Pelargonium, Tulbaghia, iris, foxglove, Delphinium, Verbascum, Aquilegia and Nicotiana are good companions. Planting and care All roses initially need a…

Tasks for October By Kay Montgomery All things pink October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – the perfect time to plant pink-flowering indigenous trees and shrubs in honour of those who have battled the disease. 1 The sweetly-scented confetti bush (Coleonema pulchellum) is an attractive shrub with aromatic, needle-like leaves and masses of tiny pink flowers that attract bees, butterflies and insects to the garden from May to October. 2 If you have a large garden, Cape chestnut (Calodendrum capense), which grows 10m or more, will provide a canopy of welcome shade and pink flowers in early summer. 3 The pompom tree (Dais cotinifolia), with its slender growth habit and dainty pink flowers that appear in early summer, is a good choice for small gardens. It is deciduous in areas…

Cape Town Flower Show 27–30 October: Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town Discover the latest gardening trends and celebrate local food, culture and community! The highlight of the show will be 20 display gardens created by the country’s top landscape architects and designers. Don’t miss the first-ever MasterFlorist competition in the Floral Theatre in which contestants will be challenged to create different floral arrangements for each day of the event. There’s also a specially curated ‘flowers in art’ exhibition, plus a waterwise section that will showcase water-saving and water-harvesting techniques. Tickets from Computicket or at the door; R180 for adults, R90 for kids between the ages of 10 and 17 (under-10s enter free). Go to capetownflowershow.co.za for more. Ludwig’s Summer Rose Festival 1–9 October: Ludwig’s Rose Farm, north of Pretoria…

Marmalade • 12 oranges (fresh, not too ripe)• sugar• water 1 Wash the fruit and cut it into quarters (with the peel on). Remove the pips and place them in a tied-up muslin bag – this will be added to the pot when you cook the marmalade. Now slice the fruit into thin strips. Measure the sliced fruit: for every 250ml fruit, add 750ml water to a large bowl. Leave this to soak for a few hours or overnight. 2 The following day, boil the fruit mixture in a pot with the lid on until soft. Leave to stand overnight. 3 The next day, weigh the fruit mixture: add 500g sugar for every 500g fruit. Reheat slowly, stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar. 4 Once the sugar has dissolved, bring the mixture to…

Squeeze! Decorate sweet treats to your heart’s content with no mess or fuss! Available from baking stores nationwide, The Piping Bag Company’s proudly South African disposable piping bags are durable, re-usable, washable and versatile! Check out louene.wixsite.com/ pipingbags for details. Bake me happy The Cookie Jar (Struik Lifestyle; R200) is a collection of 100 recipes for biscuits, cookies and rusks written by chef and stylist Lisa Clark, specifically for the home baker. The recipes have all been tried and tested and they’re easy to follow, promising fuss-free therapeutic baking followed by sweet indulgence! The golden touch This beautiful 37cm floral platter (R599) by ceramicist Luisa Belter of Codevilla Ceramics is exclusively available at Poetry; go to poetrystores.co.za. Be heart smart B-well’s range of healthy, premium canola oil products is perfect…