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Mrs White's Swatnot™ - all natural fly spray

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Whilst all of us would claim to not to want to harm a fly it is easy to forget the real harm these pests cause us. Each fly carries over three million bacteria and is responsible for transmitting around 65 documented diseases. The pain and discomfort caused by these prolific creatures far out ways any argument to the contrary, left to breed unchecked the effects can be catastrophic with each female producing over 500 offspring. To make matters worse flies are attracted by human perspiration which is the reason why the will constantly buzz around you. However, just as dangerous as the house fly or stable fly are the horrendous household pesticides we use to control them. Fly sprays are very dangerous poisons, the effects of these poisons on our health are incalculable. Most fly sprays contain Dichlorvos, a known carcinogenic and many use dangerous heavy metals such as mercury and lead. In fact household fly sprays are so dangerous it is amazing that they are still sold. You coul

Mrs White's Pedal Power - All natural cleaner for cycles & motorbikes, buggies & prams - 500 ml

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We all want to be as green as possible and cyclists are the greenest of the lot. It is a shame then when their lean, green machine get muddy to wash them down with horrible commercial cleaning against which seep immediately into the environment. Mrs White’s Pedal Power contains absolutely no harmful chemicals whatsoever. So your conscience and your bike will both be squeaky clean. Also the good news if that Mrs White’s Pedal Power requires no rinsing, just wipe it down and you are on your way! Highly concentrated one 500 ml botlle makes 117 litres of Pedal Power cleaner. Rosemary & Spearmint Tested on bikes not animals Fast & complete biodegradability Directions: Shake well, dilute 1 capful in 4 litres of warm water, wash well using using a sponge or chamois leather. Change water & cleaner as often as necessary. Doesn't need rinsing off, simply dry and polish with a dry cloth for eco sparkle. Mrs White's Pedal Power is made with Mrs White's unique blend of natur

Mrs White's Breath of Fresh Air

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All the nasty fragrances that hang around in your home cling to the fabric. Tiny smell molecules get trapped in curtains, carpets, blinds and upholstery where they continue to release their odious odour for hours or even days. Commercial deodorisers, despite all claims to the contrary, just mask these trapped smells adding a layer of chemicals to the mix. What is most disturbing is that manufacturers need not list many of the chemicals that are in their ‘deodorisers’; as under one broad umbrella they simply need to state that their product contains ‘fragrance’ - which could mean the inclusion of over 600 petrochemicals; nasty toxins which do far more damage than the innocent smell molecules. Mrs White’s Breath of Fresh Air is the perfect solution to the smells that linger problem. Containing Lemongrass which is a natural deodoriser and disinfectant and Patchouli (also a natural deodoriser – millions of hippies could not be wrong!) a couple of spritz and that morning after aroma,

Mrs White’s Cradle & All - all natural, all purpose nursery cleaner

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Mrs White’s Cradle & All - all natural, all purpose natural cleaner and sanitiser for high chairs, changing mats, prams, cots, tables, trays, toys and walkers. Germs like to hang out where it is warm, there is moisture and there is food. The nursery is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. One speck of dust could contain over a billion microorganisms! Commercial cleaners may well rid your home of many of these harmful bugs but they also leave behind horrendous residues with which you would not want your baby or children to come into contact. Mrs White’s Cradle & All Nusery Cleaner and Sanistizer uses nothing sinister only the most natural ingredients to leave your nursery and child safe and sound. Fast & complete biodegradability All plant & natural mineral ingredients including Mrs White's unique blend of essential oils including organic lavender. Not tested on animals Directions: Shake well, spray direct onto the surface, wipe over with a sponge/cloth & c

Air France - No Way Down

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Hectic Host A Week’s Shopping In The Bag

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7 Quick, Easy & Healthy Meals for 2 that Fit into 1 Shopper Back in 2007 local campaigners SNUB (Say No to Unwanted Bags) got the whole country thinking about the unnecessary number of bags consumers accept every year. Almost 3 years on and the issue has gone global.  Not only are we now saying ‘No’ to unwanted bags, we are saying ‘Yes’ to shopping locally. The benefits for all cannot be underestimated; fresh seasonal food, less waste, a buoyant local economy and an improved sense of community. I could see all the plusses, but what about the downsides? Not always knowing what to make and struggling round the shops laden down is no pleasure at all. I set myself a challenge, a week’s menu for two that would easily fit into one SNUB shopper and guess what? I bagged it!  Monday: cut an aubergine into quite thick slices, coat with olive oil and grill. Once brown top two slices with feta cheese and serve in brown bread rolls with organic ready prepared salad from SMBS F

Mrs White Glides Through the Ironing

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Mrs White’s completely natural cleaning products contain absolutely no harsh or harmful chemicals. Based on traditional recipes handed down through our family each product has been carefully researched ensuring it does exactly what it says on the box. The unique blend of natural ingredients, and highest-grade essential oils, will leave your home and your conscience squeaky clean; effectively eliminating all germs and bacteria with no nasty residue, you could eat off Mrs White’s floors! New to the collection is this simply stunning Linen Spary and all natural conditioning ironing water in two sublime fragrances. Flora Contains: Jasmine; for centuries been used in ‘love potions’ due to its reputation as an aphrodisiac. Look forward to a passionate night. Narcissus; an intoxicating fragrance named after the Greek narkao; narcotic, not the Grecian youth as is commonly and mistakenly believed. Ylang Ylang; a natural antiseptic which relaxing the nervous system and induces an uplifted, joyou

Come rain or shine; for the sunshine after the rain & the calm before the storm

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We don't believe in fair weather friends, we believe in those that stand by you no matter what life chucks at you. You can understand then how much we love this completely non fickle dual purpose Edwardian style parasol. It will shade you from the sun, and being 100% treated cotton will shelter you from showers too. Also available in cream. Click here to buy on line or even better pop along to our East Dulwich store Roullier White 125 Lordship Lane East Dulwich London SE22 8HU

It's A Sizzler - Roullier White's So Simple Vegetable Sizzler Recipe

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Roullier White's So Simple Vegetable Sizzler Recipe. This vegetable dish is a favourite of mine whilst travelling in India. It is delicious in the summer especially eatten outside as the sun is going down. The spectacle of the Sizzlers sizzling as you bring them to the table will thrill your guests. There are many much more complicated versions of this recipe, however, I have parred it down after experimenting at home. This one works really well, is very quick and easy and everyone adores it. In a hot oven preheat your Roullier White's Lodge Logic individual cast iron skillets with a little butter in the bottom of each. The oven should be on around 200° and they will probably need to be in for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile take a selection of seasonal vegetables and chop in bite size chunks. Remember to cut harder vegetables that take longer to cook into smaller pieces than softer ones. Take a tablespoon of your favourite curry paste and dilute with a little mel

Roullier White Iced Tea

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Roullier White Iced Tea Recipe Place 4 organic white tea bags in your Bodum ice tea maker pour over water that has cooled for a couple of minutes after boiling. At this stage you could add sugar, but we find it more refreshing without. Allow to steep until the cold, remove bags and chill. Serve with ice, mint and wedges of lemon or lime. Pop along to our East Dulwich Store, Roullier White, 125 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, London SE22 8HU or click here to buy online.

Mrs White - taking the headache out of doing the laundry

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As mentioned previously by us the biggest 'undeclared' additives in household cleaning agents are 'fragrances.' The manufacturer is obliged to list only the inclusion of 'fragrances' on the product packaging and with these use of clever marketing can imply that these 'fragrances' are natural, derived from plants or flowers. In fact, one fragrance can contain over 600 petrochemicals. These chemicals can have many serious side effects including eczema, headaches and migraines. No other products are fragrance d more highly than commercially produced laundry products. The reason why these products are so heavily scented? Fresh smelling washing? No. To mask the pungent chemicals that are used. The chemicals and toxins in laundry products have considerably more opportunities to be absorbed by our bodies than most other household cleaning agents, most of which, however, have equally sinister contents. During use they often come into direct contact with the

Suné Connell makes delicious & nutritious Vietnamese Spring Rolls - perfect summer fayre

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