Repair a wax jacket

A favourite wax jacket will inevitably sustain some wear and tear from a busy season.

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Wondering how to remove the smell of mothballs or how to mend your waxed jacket? We’ve got the answers to that too.

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fresh green mint

A reader asked us the following question. Q: “Which is the best mint to grow? We have a basic variety of mint in our garden and want to add different…

droopy tulips

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fireworks

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shooting stance

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