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If you're a fan of home grown veg, you'll know that it doesn't look quite so pretty when pulled straight out of the ground, but it's only a few minutes to clean off that rich earth to reveal the tasty jewels of your garden. For quite sometime I've been looking for a really good brush that cleans well and can be cleaned easily itself. With the Scrrub Brush, I've finally found one I want to get my hands on. Featuring large silicone bristles, dirt and bits shouldn't get trapped between them, while their unique design offers you a unexpected level of control. You can scrub your robust veg like carrots and potatoes harder than you do delicate fruits simply by changing the direction you are scrubbing from clockwise to anti-clockwise. Recommended for removing pesticides, dirt, wax, and baked on foods the Scrrub Brush is £4.99 from Lakeland.
Posted by Kate on September 4, 2008 12:07 AM
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Well known for creating new innovative designs of daily kitchen essentials, now Eva Solo have transformed the common dishcloth. Using modern microfibre technology and a sculptural 3rd dimension, the Eva Solo Dishcloth offers new practicality and better function. Instead of a typical crumpled cloth, the Eva Solo Dishcloth is sewn into sturdy tube with an absorbent foam core that can stand independently. This ensures that the cloth can properly dry between use, preventing mould growth and foul smells. Ideal for keeping your sink and counters clean, the Eva Solo Dishcloth even comes with a small conical steel stand that catches any drips. Combined with the additional cleaning power the microfibre offers, the Dishcloth offers cleaning power and contemporary style. A brilliant modern design that brings new elegance to your kitchen counter, the Eva Solo Dishcloth is £25 from Panik Design.
Eva Solo Sand Dishcloth - £25
Eva Solo Grey Dishcloth - £25
Posted by Kate on August 21, 2008 12:08 AM
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A new creation by designer Chris Koens, the Bunny Dishrack transforms an everyday item into a magical kitchen sculpture. At first glance, the Bunny Dishrack appears to be a normal kitchen drainer, but closer inspection reveals a charming surprise. The plastic coated wires form the layered profile of an adorable bunny rabbit. Both practical and engaging, the Bunny Dishrack can bring a sparkle to kitchen counters. Available online from the Victoria & Albert Museum Shop, the Bunny Dishrack makes washing up fun for just £18.00.
Posted by Kate on March 7, 2008 12:17 AM
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Always ready to serve, the new Eddingtons Guardsman Dishbrush will make the dishes much easier to tackle. With fabulous charm and character, the Guardsman Dishbrush helps you battle the daily dishes with a smile. Designed to neatly stand next to the sink, the sculpted handle is topped with large black sponge. An entertaining use of iconic British imagery in everyday design, the Eddingtons Guardsman Dishbrush is just £3.99 from Amazon.co.uk.
Posted by Kate on February 19, 2008 12:13 AM
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Even if your blessed with room for a dishwasher there are always those few bits and pieces that still need hand-washing. However few find dishracks to be the stylish kitchen accessory you've been looking for. Chef'n has managed to provide two solutions to this problem with their new DishRAX. When needed the DishRAX can accommodate up to four place settings within in its sweeping plastic and steel arms. When everything has dried, the DishRAX can be folded up and stowed in any three inch gap, leaving your sink uncluttered. With additional features like rubber prongs for delicate stemware and two dishwasher safe utensil holders, the DishRAX protects your tableware and utensils. A wonderful modern design that balances your needs and your desires, the Chef'n DishRAX is on sale for £22.61 from Amazon.co.uk.
Posted by Kate on January 29, 2008 12:00 AM
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I love anything that keeps things organised and together, there's nothing worse than having to dash between several cupboards to fulfil a simple daily chore. The Brabantia Iron Store keeps both your iron and board in a single compact space. A wall-mounted unit, the cradle is made of heat resistant materials and features a steel hook beneath it. The steel hook keeps your ironing board tucked out of the way where it won't fall over, while the black cradle can hold any popular steam iron. Even better, the heat resistant material means you don't need to let it cool before you can tidy it all away. With even a handy holder for the flex, this simple looking unit keeps hot irons and teetering ironing boards safe. Just £11 from John Lewis or £11.99 from Amazon.co.uk, the Brabantia Iron Store is quick to set up and packs away in seconds.
Posted by Kate on October 2, 2007 12:03 AM
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Tired of losing half your garden beneath hanging shirts and sheets? Brabantia have developed an innovative dryer design that offers 25 meters of clothes line in a compact unit that won't take over your garden. The Brabantia Wall Mounted Dryer affixes to an outside wall out of the way, yet its collapsible design ensures it's always ready to use. Easy to open with a single hand, the Brabantia Dryer can hold a full load of washing. A fantastic convenient laundry solution, the Brabantia Wallfix Wall Mounted Rotary Dryer balances garden space with a practical drying design. Featuring a 5 year guarantee, the Brabantia Wallfix Wall Mounted Rotary Dryer is £79 from John Lewis and £74.37 from Amazon.co.uk.
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Posted by Kate on September 14, 2007 12:09 AM
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When in a hurry to iron that shirt as you rush out the door, it's easy to get in the habit of resting your iron on the board or trying to balance it on the soft surface as you adjust something. As close as the iron rest is, it's often just that bit to far out of convenient reach. The new Brabantia Ironing Boards accept this simple fact, and have been designed to accommodate. Each board features a heat resistant 'Parking Zone' where you can safely rest your iron without burning your ironing board cover. A simple but practical solution, Brabantia ensure your ironing board will be bright and brilliant for years. A quality Brabantia product, the Ironing Board has a 10 year guarantee and offers several standard features like and extra wide work top, an adjustable hight suitable for both standing and sitting, and a cover with a foam/viscose layer for optimal ironing. Available in three fresh new patterns: Red Ornament, Titan Oval and Fresh Circles; the Titan Oval is currently available for £69.95 from www.just-brabantia.co.uk.
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Posted by Kate on September 7, 2007 12:05 AM
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While everyone agrees recycling is worthwhile, incorporating that into our homes proves more tricky. These fabric Stand-up Recycling bags offer both practicality and a casual modern style. Featuring a photo of vintage bottles or rolled papers, the natural cream coloured bag is double strength to manage lots of bottles, cans or heavy papers. The soft material handles make it quick to grab and take to your nearest recycling point. A wonderful way to keep recycling tidy, the free-standing bags make it easy to sort materials as you cook and clean. Attractive bags that offer a casual trendy solution for today's modern dilemmas, the Paper style is just £15.95 from notonthehighstreet.com
July 2008 EDIT - Unfortunately the Glass Pattern has gone out of stock since this item was featured.
Posted by Kate on July 4, 2007 12:08 AM
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Cutting edge technologies have now revolutionised even the simplest of kitchen items. The Scotch-Brite Kitchen Cloths use new 3M microfibre technology to make an ultra-absorbent cleaning cloth. The soft cream cloths feature a checked weave and are edged in a dark coloured thread. Perfect for any kitchen style, the coloured edging makes it simple to identify different cloths. Quick drying and 50% more absorbent than general cloths, the Scotch-Brite cloths makes cleaning a breeze. Machine washable and dryer safe, the Scotch-Brite is even safe with chlorine bleach. Ideal for glass or appliances, the kitchen cloths leave no streaks while still being great at lifting messes and scouring. Safe for all surfaces, the Scotch-Brite Kitchen cloths are an affordable £2.99 for two from Amazon.co.uk or $2.99 from Drugstore.com.
Posted by Kate on May 30, 2007 12:25 AM
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As recycling become more a part of our everyday lives, creative new products are being released to blend convenience and beauty. These lovely enamel towers feature two gently rounded drawers that pivot down to reveal separate receptacles. Perfect for separating your glass from your paper, the tall unit saves space while being easy to reach. Each drawer features a bright metal handle that incorporates a traditional file cabinet label holder, offering a vintage charm they also make it easy to label. Small enough to place at the end counters or in empty corners, these stylish Double Recycling Bins are available for £150 from wotever.co.uk.
Posted by Kate on May 19, 2007 12:09 AM
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Everyone knows recycling is a good thing, but adapting our homes to make this easy...that's a bit more difficult. These new Stacking Recycling Bins allow you to sort your glass, paper and plastics while not taking over your kitchen. White translucent boxes are bright and clean, and feature a sloping front that allows you open each bin without unstacking them. Taking up just a small corner of the kitchen, the white recycling bins make the most of a tiny space. Designed to be used with or without bin liners, each bin holds 37 litres – or an impressive 15 wine bottles, 2 weeks of newspapers, or 50 aluminium cans. Available for just £17 each, the Stacking Recycling Bins make it easy to live responsibly.
Posted by Kate on May 9, 2007 12:20 AM
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No matter how tidy you kitchen is, it's bound to be filled with the bright and garish bottles of today's modern cleaning products. Hiding these products in cabinets is not always practical when space is of an issue. But with the new Housekeeper Collection from John Lewis, you can store soaps and sprays in easy reach without breaking the design theme of your kitchen. With a wonderful vintage style, these laundry and cleaning boxes make tedious tasks that little bit lighter. The Housekeeper Storage Box features a removable tray, several compartments and a sturdy metal handle, making it easy to organise and take everything you need as you move from room to room. The Laundry Box comes with a matching enamel scoop and is perfect for storing loose powder or packets of washer tablets and a bottle of fabric softener. The Dishwasher Box is a fabulous way to tuck those tablets, salt and rinse aid out of sight, while the simple country Pail can collect anything from pegs to bits and bobs. A charming range of metal tins in an enamel finish, the Housekeeper Collection is available from John Lewis in oyster, blue, and green.
Housekeeper Storage Box - £20
Laundry Box - £18
Dishwash Box - £12
Collection Pail - £14
Shoe Shine Box - £12
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Posted by Kate on April 23, 2007 12:03 AM
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Black rubber and stainless steel creates a sleek modern washing up set perfect for contemporary kitchens. Made by Zone Denmark, this washing-up set includes a washing bowl, a washing-up liquid dispenser, dish brush, and dish brush stand. The black rubber ensures a sure grip while also protecting your dishes from being chipped in the bowl, while the matte stainless steel adds a reassuring weight. The 13 inch bowl features a stainless steel base and black rubber sides that finish with a thick rim to offer a firm grip. In the washing-up liquid dispenser a simple sweeping cone elegantly pours from a steel clad nozzle. And finally the steel dish brush dramatically sweeps back to a point, and offers a selection of soft, medium and hard bristles. Black and silver designer accessories, the Zone Denmark Washing-up Set brings modern style into the kitchen.
Washing-Up Bowl - £67.25 or $128
Washing-up Liquid Dispenser - £22.10 or $42
Dish Brush – £39.50 or $75
Dish Brush Stand - £17.30 or $33
UPDATE: You can also get these from hometemptations.com in the UK
Washing-Up Bowl - £44
Dish Brush - £26
Dish Brush Stand - £12
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Posted by Kate on March 27, 2007 12:15 AM
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In the middle of cold and flu season, doctors advise we wash our hands frequently to avoid picking up nasty bugs that make us feel like the walking dead, but this is one microbe you won't want to avoid. This cute wide-eyed innocent looking blob is actually the infamous Rhinovirus, or common cold. The little critter is normally only seen under powerful microscopes, but here has been magnified a millions of times to create a quirky and clever soap dispenser for your kitchen or bathroom. Made of moulded plastic the GIANTmicrobes Soap dispenser holds 17 ounces of your favourite liquid soap, enough to defend the whole family from microscopic dangers. Fantastically cute, it's a dispenser that kids will just love and a fabulous reminder they should always wash their hands. Available from GIANTmicrobes themselves, the Soap Dispenser is just £9.95 or $9.95. It's also available from ThinkGeek for $9.99.
Posted by Kate on March 16, 2007 12:04 AM
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For busy cooks and large families dishes seem to appear from no where. If not blessed with enough space for a dishwasher, the kitchen can easily be swamped beneath piles of dirty pans and plates that make it nearly impossible to move. For most dishracks there is simply no way they can hold everything, but now with the new U-Frame Dishrack by Simplehuman, you can clean twice as many dishes at once. Featuring two levels, the U-Frame dishrack stores plates on top and pans below, while knives and forks nest neatly in the detachable utensil holder . Innovative loops on the top rack safely suspend mugs by the handle, while wine glasses dangle by the stem. Both the top rack and bottom tray are removable, which makes for easy cleaning and flexibility. Made of stainless steel, the U-Frame dishrack is durable and rust free ensuring no stains on your draining board or dishes. The U-Frame also features an adjustable spout that directs the water down either the short or long side of the tray and into the sink. The modern clean design creates a dishrack that abounds with function and style. The U-Frame dishrack is available from Simplehuman for £45.99 or $49.99 and from Amazon for £45.00 or $49.99
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Posted by Kate on March 14, 2007 12:29 AM
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There are several brands of high quality kitchen bin on the market, but many suffer from the black plastic and steel styling so popular in modern gadget design. Unfortunately in transitional and traditional kitchens these sleek modern bins clash horribly with the warmth and friendliness of a family kitchen. The Brabantia Retro Pedal Bin offers all the quality and class of the metal monstrosities, while wrapping them in soft pastel colours. The perfect complement for vintage enamel kitchen accessories, Brabantia blend modern convenience with fabulous style. Each bin is accented by a domed steel lid and simple foot pedal. The Brabantia Retro Pedal Bin has a removable plastic inner bucket and holds 30 Litres. Featuring a state-of-the-art double hinge that is virtually silent, the Brabantia ensures your kitchen is free of rubbish and unpleasant smells. A beautiful simple form in a warm classic style, the Brabantia Retro Pedal Bin is £65 from Heal's.
Posted by Kate on March 13, 2007 12:13 AM
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My apology for today’s late posting, although I hope I can provide an acceptable excuse. This weekend Dan and I moved into our new house. For the last week we’ve been excitedly painting, cleaning and making quick repairs before the big day; and in the process we found today’s must have for the kitchen.
Keys finally in hand, we entered the kitchen to discover we were faced with years and years worth of grease and grime. Over the cupboards, tiles, counters and even walls lay a tacky brown mess. Despite my revulsion to Cillit Bang’s loud shouting commercials and obnoxious viral marketing, I can’t deny that their Universal Degreaser works really well (and is half price at Tesco). A couple of quick sprays and wipe and the brown muck disappears revealing brilliant colour and bright white tiles and cupboards. It can even be used to clean ovens. Unfortunately the Universal Degreaser isn’t suitable for woods, marble, vitroceramic surfaces, or halogen hobs, though we did use it on our wood front cabinets. They may have lost a bit of lustre, but that seems a reasonable price for loosing all that grease as well. As soon as I find the box with the furniture polish I hope they’ll be good as new! Cillit Bang comes in a 750ml trigger bottle for £2.99 at Ocado's and most other online supermarkets. Known as Easy-off BAM for $5.04 in the US.
Posted by Kate on February 12, 2007 8:05 PM
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