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In This IssueMake time for what mattersReflect, take stock and actually enjoy what you’ve gotDo you find it difficult getting your grown-up family together – even for a relaxed Sunday lunch? It’s not that we don’t like being with each other, in fact we often holiday en famille. It’s just there’s always someone who can’t make it and before you know it you’re scheduling a date in July!Somehow though we make it happen, moving things around because we believe seeing each other face to face is far better than texts or WhatsApp messages.My life remains busier than ever, as I’m sure yours does, yet I still firmly believe in the importance of making time for YOU. Whether that’s learning something new, reading a book, having a massage or just daydreaming.It’s important to have space to reflect…2 min
In This IssueBehind the scenes of… THE APRIL ISSUEFROM OUR COVER SHOOT: Lorraine reveals the five things she’d tell her younger self. Watch it on womanandhome.com/lorrainekellySOPHIE KINSELLA, author Celebrating Mother’s Day, Sophie writes about a moment in time that captures that special relationship on p64.LOVE ABOUT EASTER? Tulips in all their beautiful colours. And Lindt Chocolate Bunnies!ALISON DAVIDSON, Homes Editor She styled our fabulous Easter shots on p148.DOWNSIDE? Unpacking 50 boxes of props on a cold, damp January day.UPSIDE! The amazing smell of the spring flowers – they were the first of the season and lifted our spirits. We were also surrounded by chocolate eggs – bang went the diet!JANE CURRAN, Food Director With her team, including Luba Gadjourov, left, she taste-tested all the Easter buys on p155.DOWNSIDE? After the first six chocolate eggs, the taste begins to…1 min
In This IssueMake time for what mattersReflect, take stock and actually enjoy what you’ve got Do you find it difficult getting your grown-up family together – even for a relaxed Sunday lunch? It’s not that we don’t like being with each other, in fact we often holiday en famille. It’s just there’s always someone who can’t make it and before you know it you’re scheduling a date in July! Somehow though we make it happen, moving things around because we believe seeing each other face to face is far better than texts or WhatsApp messages. My life remains busier than ever, as I’m sure yours does, yet I still firmly believe in the importance of making time for YOU. Whether that’s learning something new, reading a book, having a massage or just daydreaming. It’s important to…2 min
FeaturesOur favourite thingsHOLD ONWith spring in full swing, a pastel bag is every woman’s must-have accessory. £145, cambridge satchel.comARM CANDYLiven up your wristwear with a bit of colour! Left: £69, ice-watch.com. Right: £70, komono.comSWEET SHADESSpring nail colours, £15 each, butter london.co.ukPRETTY POSIESThese small jewel-coloured bud vases are so useful for single flowers. £17.50 each, shop.ninacampbell.comFABULOUS FLORALSA really gorgeous and vibrant bouquet in a reusable hat box. £75, marksandspencer.comHEAVEN SCENTSerious glamour and a modern floral accord, Roja Parfums Rose, £345 for 50ml parfum, rojaparfums.com; or go fun and fruity with Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh Blush, £59 for 75ml EDT, boots.comFOR FOOD LOVERSThree new flavoured mustards developed by star chef Bruno Loubet in this pretty Maille spring collection set, £23, maille.comGET BAKINGA really good sized tin to keep all your bakes. Kitchencraft…1 min
In This IssueBehind the scenes of… THE APRIL ISSUEFROM OUR COVER SHOOT: Lorraine reveals the five things she’d tell her younger self. Watch it on womanandhome.com/lorrainekelly SOPHIE KINSELLA, author Celebrating Mother’s Day, Sophie writes about a moment in time that captures that special relationship on p64. LOVE ABOUT EASTER? Tulips in all their beautiful colours. And Lindt Chocolate Bunnies! ALISON DAVIDSON, Homes Editor She styled our fabulous Easter shots on p148. DOWNSIDE? Unpacking 50 boxes of props on a cold, damp January day. UPSIDE! The amazing smell of the spring flowers – they were the first of the season and lifted our spirits. We were also surrounded by chocolate eggs – bang went the diet! JANE CURRAN, Food Director With her team, including Luba Gadjourov, left, she taste-tested all the Easter buys on p155. DOWNSIDE? After the first…1 min
FeaturesI feel liberated by my age“It’s an honour to be carrying the flag for women in their fifties; I can say, ‘Look, it doesn’t matter what age you are, you can go for it”After an astonishing 31 years on breakfast TV, Lorraine, 56, is still at the top of her game, and thanks to a fitness regime, revealed in her DVD, Living to the Max (out now), she’s looking – and feeling – better than ever. She presents Lorraine at 8.30am until 9.25am every weekday on ITV. Lorraine lives between London and Dundee with her husband Steve Smith, a cameraman and photographer. They have one daughter, Rosie, 21, who is in her fourth year at Edinburgh Napier University studying journalism.When you’re younger, you aspire to this idea of perfection, but it doesn’t mean anything to…11 min
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