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Tall, elegant and quietly dangerous, foxglove has long held a place in Britain’s gardens and hedgerows.
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#Foxglove #Digitalis #BritishWildflowers #GardenHistory #BotanicalFolklore #PoisonousPlants #MedicinalPlants #WildflowerGardens #HistoricPlants #FolkloreAndNature
The allure of the foxglove. A garden favourite. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 1:51 PM
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Twisting, uncanny and steeped in folklore, the mandrake root has fascinated people for centuries.
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#MandrakeRoot #BotanicalFolklore #PlantLore #HistoricPlants #HeritageGardens #FolkloreAndNature #BritishFolklore #MedicinalPlants #PoisonousPlants #GardenHistory
The Magic and Mystery of the Mandrake Root. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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🌿 The magic of the rowan — more than just a tree in the landscape. 🍒

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#MagicOfRowan #CelticFolklore #UKNature #WildlifeGarden #SeasonalTrees #CountrysideWalks #NatureLovers 🌳✨
The Magic of the Rowan. Identification, folklore and care. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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🌿 Hemlock — a plant of quiet presence and an important lesson in respect. 🍃

👉 Read more: thesarahcoles.co.uk/hemlock/

#Hemlock #WildPlants #NatureAwareness #ForagingSafely #UKNature #CountrysideWalks #KnowYourPlants 🌼🍂
Hemlock: A walker's guide to Britain's beautiful but deadly plant. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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💜 Lavender — a timeless bloom of scent, colour and gentle calm. 🌿

👉 Read more: thesarahcoles.co.uk/lavender/

#LavenderLove #GardenFlowers #ScentedGarden #UKGardening #SeasonalPlants #NatureDelights #MindfulLiving 💜🍃
The enduring allure of lavender: A guide to nature's purple treasure. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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🌕 The Snow Moon — a moment to slow down and enjoy winter’s quiet glow. ❄️

👉 Read more: thesarahcoles.co.uk/the-snow-moon/

#SnowMoon #WinterNights #SeasonalRhythms #NatureMagic #UKSkies #MindfulMoments 🌙✨
The Snow Moon: A Guide to the February 1st Spectacle. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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🌼 St John’s Wort — a wild flower with bright blooms and timeless appeal. 🌿

👉 Read more: thesarahcoles.co.uk/st-johns-wort/

#StJohnsWort #Wildflowers #UKNature #CountrysideWalks #NatureLovers #SeasonalPlants #BotanicalBeauty 🌼🍃
St John's Wort: A golden light in the garden and beyond. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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🌾 February’s harvest is modest, but full of quiet delights. 🥕

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#FebHarvest #SeasonalEating #UKFood #GoodFood #MindfulCooking #EatTheSeason #FarmToTable #WinterKitchen 🥔🌿
February's Harvest. Discover What's in Season this Month. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 9:47 AM
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🌿 February foraging is about quiet moments in the landscape and the first fresh tastes of the year. 🍃

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#FebruaryForaging #SeasonalForaging #WildFood #CountryWalks #NatureAwaits #MindfulLiving #UKOutdoors 🌱🍽️
February Foraging Guide. Waking up with the Woods, @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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🌿 Hemlock — a plant with a powerful reputation and an important reminder about nature’s hidden stories. 🍃

👉 Read more: thesarahcoles.co.uk/hemlock/

#Hemlock #WildPlants #NatureAwareness #ForagingSafely #UKNature #CountrysideWalks #KnowYourPlants 🌼🌾
Hemlock: A walkers guide to Britain's beautiful but deadly plant @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 8:42 AM
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🔥 Fire cider — a fiery, old-fashioned tonic to brighten your day and your winter larder. 🍋

👉 Read more: thesarahcoles.co.uk/fire-cider/

#FireCider #KitchenTonic #MindfulFood #SeasonalFlavours #GoodFood #FoodAsMedicine #UKFoodCommunity 🍯🌶️
Fire Cider. A spicy tonic to warm your winter. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 7:52 AM
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🍯 Discover the humble power of honey — nature’s own kitchen hero. 🐝

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#HoneyLove #NaturalFlavours #KitchenInspiration #GoodFood #SeasonalEating #MindfulCooking #UKFoodCommunity 🍯🌼
The Honey Bomb. Discover natures powerful immunity booster. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 7:48 AM
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🧄 Garlic is a quiet essential — simple, versatile and full of character. 🌿

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#GarlicLovers #SimpleIngredients #GoodFood #EverydayCooking #MindfulFood #UKFood #KitchenEssentials 🍽️🧄
Unearthing the pungent magic of garlic. from garden to kitchen. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 7:43 AM
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🥕 Eat well for less — it’s about making thoughtful choices that nourish both you and your purse. 🍲

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#EatWellForLess #BudgetFriendlyMeals #MindfulFood #FrugalCooking #SeasonalIngredients #ReduceFoodWaste #UKFoodTips 🍽️🌿
Eat Well for less. Shop smart, cook better and cut waste. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 7:30 AM
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❄️ Your freezer is more than a box of ice — it’s your secret to healthy, budget-friendly meals. 🍲

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#MasterYourFreezer #EatWellForLess #BudgetFriendlyEating #ReduceFoodWaste #MindfulFood #UKFoodTips #FrugalLiving #SeasonalEating 🧊🍏
Master your Freezer. The Secret to healthy, budget friendly eating. @thriftyhomeandgarden.
January 29, 2026 at 7:25 AM
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🍎 The art of smart food shopping is about eating well, wasting less and savouring every bite. 🍞

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#SmartFoodShopping #EatWellWasteLess #MindfulLiving #UKFoodTips #SeasonalEating #BudgetFriendly #ThriftyLiving
The Art of Smart Shopping: Eat Well, Waste Less and Save More. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 29, 2026 at 7:17 AM
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Clean Up Wins you can do in 5 Minutes 🙃
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Clean up wins you can do in 5 minutes. Toss wire coat hangers, water your plants, hang up coats and bags, clean kitchen counters, file your post, hoover, tuck in dining chairs, empty bins, fluff up cushions, make your bed. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 26, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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A gentle reminder to enjoy the things we choose to live with 🙃
#WilliamMorris #UsefulAndBeautiful #SimpleLiving #HappyHomes #TimelessStyle #SustainableLiving #SlowLiving #BritishHomes #HeritageStyle #ThoughtfulInteriors #EverydayBeauty #CountryLiving #HomeComforts
“Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” — William Morris @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 26, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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This week’s joy of making something out of nothing 🌿
£1.45 yellow-sticker chicken thighs from @Sainsburys, rescued veg via @Olio.app, and stock made from Sunday lunch’s leftover carcass!

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making something out of nothing...chicken casserole. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 24, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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The January Pantry Challenge invites us to look again at what’s already in our cupboards, fridge and freezer — and to cook thoughtfully with what we have.
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#JanuaryPantryChallenge #ReduceFoodWaste #SeasonalLiving #ThriftyKitchen #SimpleCooking #SustainableHome
Are you doing the January Pantry Challenge? @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 21, 2026 at 5:21 AM
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After a couple of rough days, some ginger & lemons popped up on Olio — & I knew exactly what to make: “Make Me Better”, the warming morning mug recipe by Jack Monroe.
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#MakeMeBetter #JackMonroe #ThriftyLiving #HomeRemedies #LowWasteLiving #UnderTheWeather
Make Me Better Drink😊 @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 17, 2026 at 3:46 PM
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💛 Never look down on anyone — unless it’s to help them up. A simple but powerful reminder that kindness and support are what truly lift us all.

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#KindnessMatters #LiftEachOtherUp #CommunitySpirit #Compassion #ThriftyHomeAndGarden
never look down on anybody unless you're helping them up. Jesse Jackson. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 13, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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🤝 We may not be able to help everyone, but everyone can help someone. Small acts of kindness ripple out farther than we realise — a gentle reminder to look out for one another.

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#KindnessMatters #HelpingHands #CommunitySpirit #SmallActsBigImpact #ThriftyHomeAndGarden
We cant help everyone but everyone can help someone. Ronald Reagan. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 13, 2026 at 7:46 PM
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A few simple habits can make caring for your bathroom easier and kinder on your time. 🛁 From everyday cupboard staples to gentle routines, these hints help keep things fresh without the fuss. @thriftyhomeandgarden 🌿 #CleaningTips #SimpleLiving #ThriftyHomes #EverydayCare #HomeHints
Illustrated poster titled “Bathroom Cleaning Hints & tips” on a warm beige background with green handwritten-style text. It lists four tips: applying baby oil to shower doors and tiles to prevent soap scum, wiping mirrors with shampoo to stop steaming, using neat vinegar to remove hard water stains from tiles, and cleaning toilet bowls with flat cola left overnight to dissolve limescale. In the bottom right is a simple illustration of a person relaxing in a green bath, holding a book, with tiled walls and a shower rail above. The handle @thriftyhomeandgarden appears at the bottom.
January 6, 2026 at 10:16 PM
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Batch cooking brings calm to busy days & makes the most of good ingredients. 🍲 Save time, save pennies & enjoy more moments around the table
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#BatchCooking #SeasonalKitchen #HomeMade #ThriftyLiving #KitchenTips #winterwellbeing #homecooking #livewellforless
Save time and money with batch cooking. @thriftyhomeandgarden
January 6, 2026 at 9:25 PM