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Bowen Therapy Relieves Pain Naturally

August 25, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Forbes Bowen Therapy & Wellness treats the whole body and offers natural, holistic approaches to pain relief, respiratory problems, digestive issues and other physical and psychological ailments. They can help whether you’re suffering from nerve and joint pain, reflux, sinus pressure, migraines, sleep disorders, scoliosis or any other form of pain. They perform a series of focused massages with frequent pauses to allow your body to heal naturally. Many
of their clients feel the results after the first visit, and most symptoms are relieved after just a few appointments.

Developed by Tom Bowen, The Bowen Therapy technique is based on a series of massages targeting certain points on your body. It is a gentle massage with frequent pauses to help promote your body’s natural healing. When they massage the soft connective tissue, impulses are sent throughout your body to improve circulation and lymphatic drainage. Contact 0427 592 771 for an appointment.

Between The Sheets

July 21, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Bedrooms are no longer just a place to lay your head after a long day of toiling. Whether we work outside of our home or inside its walls raising children, our bedroom can be a room of great importance and significance to our wellbeing. A bedroom can be a private sanctuary that we can retreat and withdraw to when needed. By escaping from the outside world for a while, a beautiful bedroom can allow us to relax and unwind, taking pleasure in the fact that we are safe and secure in a tranquil space that we have created for ourselves.

By surrounding yourself with items you love and cherish, your bedroom can become a true reflection of your own personality. Because your bedroom is a private space you can really express your own personal style in a much more dramatic way.

A bedroom is not on show to the world like the main entertaining areas of your home, so decorating choices can be bolder. Get daring and express yourself with colour, prints and patterns. When choosing your bedding and curtaining don’t be afraid to mix patterns and prints as well as incorporating different textures into the choices you make.

Purchasing a quality mattress and bed will ensure that you will have that sensational night’s sleep you have been longing for. But for an instant update, just change your bedding. A new quilt cover can work miracles in changing the overall look to a room. Throws and cushions add texture, warmth and bring the whole theme together.

And in my opinion the more cushions you pile on the bed, the better the effect. This is a design rule that I follow to the letter, as all my friends will attest to when they see my own bed. Remember to decorate with pieces you love and that hold special significance to you, as well as incorporating photos of loved ones to really create a story about your life. I personally love groupings of photos arranged in block formations with the same framing to give a really designer look to our everyday family photos.

A well-placed rug in a bedroom will have maximum impact in giving your private space a really luxurious feel. Imagine placing your feet on a soft shag rug each morning when you step out of bed.

Making sure you have enough storage is also critical to gaining maximum efficiency from how you are going to use your bedroom. There will be no solace sought in the space if clutter is intruding on your life. Lamps and soft lighting will give the space an intimate feel, add an armchair and your room is ready to go. So grab your latest copy of my magazine or the current novel you are reading, curl up in your favourite chair or lay on your new bed surrounded by cushions and start enjoying the fruits of your labour.

By Karen Creith
www.karencreith.com.au

Fit4Life Opens In Forbes

July 21, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Debbie Hearan, who has been the manager at Curves for the past nine years, has finally taken the plunge and set up her own fitness business in Forbes. She took over the old Curves on 1st July, and renamed it Fit4Life. The name certainly says it all.

With Debbie’s years of experience in the fitness industry, she saw this opportunity as something that she has been keen to do for many years. A lot of members who have been coming to the centre for years are delighted with
Debbie taking the reins. Not being part of a franchise means that Debbie can offer a lot more services to her clients, including a young mother’s group as well as men’s classes. With summer just around the corner, it is a good time to start a fitness programme. Give Debbie a call for more details.

Italian Fare At Aglio E Olio

July 21, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Come in and try the selection of delicious pizzas and pastas at dinner or perhaps a light lunch of sandwiches, focaccias, melts or anything from the ever-changing menu. They create a new one every week. Call in to the Homemaker Centre in Forbes (near Bunnings) or call them on 6851 5522.

Dancing Around The Stove At Kazza’s

July 21, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Kazza’s Kitchen is a home cooking business run by mother and daughter team, Karen and Ash. The pair focus on creating evening meals for busy families, lunch time single meals, and of course the good old sweet-tooth treat. A home cooking business had always been a dream for Karen. It was realised when her daughter, Ash, took a year off university to join her Mum to set up the business. Together they make a wonderful team: Karen bringing the old-fashioned recipes everyone loves, and Ash bringing some creative new ideas to life.

Kazza’s Kitchen is no ordinary kitchen. It’s not unusual to find the girls dancing and singing around the stove to a Michael Jackson tune, adding a whole lot of love to the food that you order.

The Support You Need

June 23, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie is a premier boutique specialising in essential and fashion lingerie, beautiful sleepwear, shapewear and hosiery. Owner Margaret Duggan is a qualified and experienced bra fitter and is proud to offer Amoena beast form fittings. Margaret cannot stress enough the importance of wearing the correct fitting bra and encourages women to regularly have a professional fitting.

If you are planning ahead for summer and need new swimwear, look no further. Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie has a wide range of leading swimwear labels in sizes 8 to 24. You will find Berlei, Playtex, Triumph, Bendon, Fayreform, Miraclesuit, Jockey, French Country, Schrank, Givoni, Deshabille, Sunseeker, Poolproof and Jets.

This weekend a 25% discount sale is on throughout the store, and shopping hours have been extended until 2pm on Saturday. Find Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie at 61 Rankin Street.

Get A Little Something You Love

June 23, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Little Extras Lifestyle at 1 Templar Street is worth a pop in this weekend with many new arrivals, as well as a super sale. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for daily updates on the End of Financial Year Super Spot Specials.

While you are here take some time to look at our new arrivals for winter and trans season. The new leisure range from Ellis & Dewey has some exciting designs. The leisure wear range is designed to help you get the most out of the day and can be worn for either a workout or casual wear. It is comfortable and affordable, and will make you feel good and look stylish.

For the lovers of denim, we have many different styles available ranging from jeans and jackets to skirts to fit all tastes and sizes. To round off your new outfit, why not take a look at our fashion jewellery. We get new arrivals on a regular basis. We would love to see you this weekend to help you find something you love.

Say Goodbye To Party Shop and Hello To Sewing!

June 23, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Forbes locals may have been wondering where The Party Shop has gone after a distinct lack of party shopping in the town… Well, wonder no more! Lin is back in brand new premises at Shop 6, Forbes Arcade, 113 Rankin Street in Forbes.

But rather than continue with the Party Shop Lin now wants to concentrate on her love of sewing, and has decided that the time is right for her to sell all her party wear, costumes and accessories. “I’m offering a massive 30% off all stock so come in and get it before it’s gone!” said Lin. Her new business will now be called Linny A’s Sewing and Alterations.

Lin will be available for all your sewing needs and those hard to do alterations in time for you to wear your gorgeous new outfit. If you need something done in a hurry then Lin is the lady to see. Lin is at the shop from 9.30am to 3pm each day from Monday to Friday. Pop in and make the most of the great reductions on party products and get that unravelling jumper and holey sock darned while you’re there!

Living and Lifestyle…

April 21, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Don’t Get Your Knicker’s In A Twist
Undercover Sleepwear and Lingerie have a large range of bra’s, underwear, women’s and kids sleepwear and swimwear. For the month of April, Marg is running an instore promotion! If you buy any two bra’s you will receive a pair of knickers up to the value of $19.95 FREE! Marg does professional fittings in store for you and is very helpful in finding the right lingerie to suit your body. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, now is the perfect time to head in store to pick out mum’s pyjamas or a beautiful dressing gown, which is needed for the cooler months around here.

Peace And Pout, A Ladies Day Out
It’s all about spoiling our mum’s on Mother’s Day, so why not get her friends together and buy her a ticket into the ‘Ladies Tent’ at this year’s Mother’s Day Harness Racing Meeting. The tent is sponsored by Blush so it’s sure to be a ‘winner of a day’ with tickets only $15 available to purchase at the salon. Sunday the 8th of May is the day, gates open at Midday and the ticket includes gate entry, nibbles and champagne YUM! With a sample bag for all the beautiful ladies on the day. If you want to spoil mum that extra bit more, get her a personalised gift voucher from the girls at Blush that offer the highest quality products, treatment and service.

Fun, Fabulous And Fashion!
The three F’s describe perfectly the store, the staff and the clothing. Fun clothing, Fabulous staff and a one stop Fashion store, what more do you want? I know, New Labels, YAY! Little Extras Lifestyle have a large range of winter clothing now in stock from comfy ‘trackies’ brands include Mossimo and Elwood to the more dressier options, such as Wish and Shilla. Clothing is
here to suit any lady, generous or small. Deshabille is the girl’s newest knitwear range which is comfortable and luxurious, yet stylish and affordable. Uashmama is a very cool and interesting new brand which includes handbags, wallets and planters with material made from sustainable Italian paper. The beautiful Elk has a huge range to choose from in store with the leather bags to die for. Call in today for a squiz.

In A Custom Frame Of Thought
Not only does Painted Daisies have homewares, knick-knacks, candles, cushions, funky furniture and the list goes on, Janet also does custom framing. Custom framing is a beautiful way to personalise a gift for that ‘someone special’ in your life with so many frame options to choose from in store, on display. Janet will assist you with every step in the decision and offer her expertise to ensure the perfect picture looks one million dollars at the end. Call into the shop today or call 68524180 and have your questions answered with ease.

Soon To Be The End Of A Curvy Era
Curves has been owned and run by Barbara Thomas for over a decade and after ten wonderful years Barb is looking to put her feet up and enjoy retirement with her husband. Barb’s goal is to sell the business to a motivated owner who will love it as she does and look after all the amazing ladies who are committed to taking care of their health in a friendly environment. “I want to congratulate each and every lady who comes here for having taken the step to better health. Curves focusses on 30 minutes of moderate exercise circuits which can help a range of conditions including diabetes, menopausal symptoms, arthritis, heart disease and hypertension. Be sure to pop in and see Barb and the staff at Curves and take a step towards a better ‘you’ today!

Eat Well And Go
If you’re like most of us we only get that half to an hour lunch break and it’s hard to always pack that full of fibre, low fat, no fat, low calorie lunch every day. Subway offers a variety of subs, wraps and salads for everyone on the go. The quick and easy going service is second to none with the high quality, tasty fillings to make your lunch, Perfectly Healthy! Till you order that yummy cookie, oops!

Guidance From a ‘Fluffing’ Guru
Welcome to my new column…
I am so excited to have a regular feature each month in this amazing publication! I hope to show you just how easy it can be to turn your decorating dreams into reality. Trust me, it is never as hard as you think it is just simply knowing the tips and tricks to make the process easier. Every single person deserves a home that they love to want to return to each night. And when you have this sanctuary from the outside world it can have such a positive flow on effect in every other area of your life as well.

My very first pearl of wisdom to share with you through this column is very simple and to the point. Getting help can be very liberating and make your journey on the decorating path a breeze because someone is there to hold your hand each and every step along the way. And that is my absolute privilege to
hopefully be the one to help and guide you through that process.

I look forward to sharing tips and advice with you in these columns.

By Karen Creith

Karen is the owner of Parkes Furniture One and the author of the book ‘The Art of Fluffing’. Karen began her decorating journey a few years ago and quickly became an impressive voice in the journalistic world of decorating, attaining the role of interior stylist for National Magazine before becoming editor in chief of her very own magazine, Style Your Home with Karen Creith.

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