Is your garden looking a little beaten and drab after the onslaught of the long Scottish winter? In this blog we look at getting your garden summer ready with 5 easy tips for a gorgeous outdoor space. Once the sun starts shining we are all itching to drag out the garden furniture, soak up the raysContinue reading “Get Your Garden Set for Summer”
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5 Poems About Fire
In celebration of World Poetry Day, dedicated to promote reading, writing, publishing and teaching poetry throughout the world, we would like to share 5 wonderful poems about fires. These poems capture the essence and many forms of fire, from the idea of the fire as a catalyst for memories and imagination to the ever-changing natureContinue reading “5 Poems About Fire”
Mother’s Day Mantel Décor Ideas
Mother’s Day is fast approaching (SUNDAY 10th March this year) and here at Living Fires, we want to salute the mothers of the world this month. Since we like to celebrate every holiday by redecorating our mantelpiece, this month our thoughts are with everyone who mothers and making the mantel a celebration about them. Mother’sContinue reading “Mother’s Day Mantel Décor Ideas”
10+ Uses for Wood Ash You Probably Didn’t Know
Living more sustainably and finding additional uses for products we would have once considered trash is now part of many daily lives. If you’re heating with wood, there’s always plenty of wood ash to go around. While you may be hard-pressed to think of uses for wood ash in a modern daily life, historically itContinue reading “10+ Uses for Wood Ash You Probably Didn’t Know”
The History of Fire
Fireside tales are an integral part of our history, a place where knowledge was passed on and dreams were conjured. Stories have been shared around fires for centuries from myths and fairy tales to fables and facts. So kick back and get cosy at your fireside today as you learn about the wonders that startedContinue reading “The History of Fire”
How to Host a Fireside Valentine’s Date Night
Wouldn’t it be grand to escape for a romantic Valentine’s weekend or even just a date night? Don’t worry, we have the ideal solution for you to get away from it all without travelling anywhere. With just a little planning you and your loved one can be cosied up in the snug, comfortable setting ofContinue reading “How to Host a Fireside Valentine’s Date Night”
Wood Fired American Pancakes – A Recipe for Your Pizza Oven
What’s better than hot, freshly baked pancakes? Ones from your pizza oven of course! This easy recipe is sure to be a winner this Pancake Day! Whether you’re a fan of chocolate spread and raspberries, syrup or lemon and sugar, these American style pancakes are the ultimate thick and fluffy staple to build your stackContinue reading “Wood Fired American Pancakes – A Recipe for Your Pizza Oven”
How Will Eco Design 2022 Regulations Affect You?
It’s becoming increasingly difficult to separate fact from fiction with misleading information filling the media regarding the future of the wood burning stove industry. To help you we’ve outlined the facts about the new Eco Design 2022 Regulations and how these will affect your home fire. Contrary to media reports, all stoves are not toContinue reading “How Will Eco Design 2022 Regulations Affect You?”
Incorporating a Multi-sided Fire in Your Home
Today, more than ever, the function of a fire or stove in a typical home is to create vital warmth and a calming, centralised, atmosphere. The enticing glow of a fireplace is a defining element of many home living areas. The most common locations for fireplaces and stoves are lounges, kitchens, bedrooms and increasingly in home offices too. How do youContinue reading “Incorporating a Multi-sided Fire in Your Home”
Great Fireside Activities for the Winter Months.
We’ve racked our brains and scoured the internet and put together 8 fantastic fireside activities to shake up your evenings this winter. Entertaining ideas to enjoy in the comfort of your own home, in fact, fun has never been easier! So, get set and get planning for an evening around the fireside and get readyContinue reading “Great Fireside Activities for the Winter Months.”
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