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Daily Record
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Nearly 130 venues to take part in 2025 Kirkcudbright Art and Crafts Trail
There's sure to be something for everyone in the town between Friday and Monday. Nearly 130 venues are taking part in this weekend's Kirkcudbright Art and Crafts Trail. There's sure to be something for everyone in the town between Friday and Monday – whether that's Rapunzel in MacLellan's Castle, window displays or the flower festival at the parish church. Organiser Colin Saul said: 'We have 128 studios and venues consist of houses, gardens, studios and installations at various points. 'There's the usual mix of highly skilled artwork, some of which is on the wall, and just anyone who wants to join in. 'Soaperie Gardens becomes very, very busy because we've got about 30 gazebos. 'They're a fairly good starting point but what we want people to do is follow the art and craft trail map, which takes you all around the town – not just the high street but the extremities. 'Around the trail there's always opportunity to take part in art, including eco art next to the castle. 'Most of what goes on is free and it's always totally inclusive.' There will be music going on around the town as well as performances from a group of Morris dancers. New for this year include a tremendous Lego exhibition called Boatshed Bricks in St Andrew's Church Hall and a model railway display in the community centre. And Colin will once again be welcoming people to his display at Greengate. He said: 'It's not a garden, it's an experience, and people are often blown away by it. 'We'll be having music and teas, coffees and cakes. 'I look forward to meeting people at Greengate, whether it's their first time or they've been before. 'There's lots of old favourites but plenty of new ones. There's plenty to do and I'm sure people could come back again for a second day.'
Cosmopolitan
6 days ago
- Health
- Cosmopolitan
5 best shampoos for hair growth, starting at £18 – as recommended by professional trichologists
There are several reasons why you might be tempted to explore the world of hair-growth shampoos. An ill-advised home haircut (hi, hello new wonky fringe)? Bleach-related breakage (welcome, high-maintenance blonde)? We've all been there. So, if your Rapunzel locks are on the agenda, a hair-growth shampoo could do the trick. But first, the facts, courtesy of three trichologists, Helen Reavey, Hannah Gaboardi and Steven Goldsworthy. Side note: If you're experiencing significant thinning or hair loss (as in, more than a few strands in the plughole), it's important to get to the root of the issue first. Unfortunately, a bottle of shampoo won't fix all your problems – yes, a clever, trichologist-developed formula can help, but it's best to find solace in a doctor's appointment. We've got good news and bad news: "Shampoos can't create hair growth," says Helen Reavy, leading trichologist and founder of Act+Acre, "however, they can absolutely support it. "So, while no shampoo will give you Rapunzel-like lengths overnight, the very best formulas can help keep your follicles happy and your lengths fortified, which in turn creates optimal conditions for your hair to grow. Think better growth, not faster. "A good shampoo removes build-up and balances the scalp microbiome, creating the ideal conditions for healthy follicles," Helen says, while fellow leading trichologist and founder of The Hannah Gaboardi Clinic, Hannah Gaboardi, adds: "Cleansing the scalp helps reduce any inflammation and clogged pores, which can cause hair loss. Shampoo also helps strengthen your hair shaft; these make the hair appear thicker and fuller but also help reduce breakage." Helen also notes that it's a myth that frequent washing can be damaging – instead, what matters is how and what you're cleansing with. "I always recommend a double cleanse: the first wash breaks down build-up, the second actually cleans the scalp and allows active ingredients to work," she says. In certain shampoos, there are active ingredients that are beneficial for hair growth. "Ingredients like peppermint and caffeine help the blood flow increase to the scalp, which allows the follicles to receive healthy nutrients and oxygen, in turn, promoting faster hair growth," Hannah shares. But wait, because there's more! "Ketoconazole is an antifungal and keeps the scalp clean, removing inflammation or dandruff on the scalp," Hannah says, recommending the ingredient. "It also has DHT blocking properties, which is the main hormone which causes female and male pattern hair-loss." When it comes to strengthening strands, Hannah says keratin is beneficial; "this helps strengthen the hair shaft, reducing breakage and leaving a thicker feel to your hair shaft." Adding to this, Steven Goldsworthy, director at Goldsworthy's in Swindon and leading trichologist, breaks down his four ingredient recommendations for promoting hair growth. "Biotin enhances the keratin infrastructure within the hair follicle," he says, while "niacinamide retains moisture in the hair, promoting healthier strands. Amino acids and collagen are also great promoters of hair growth; the former are the building blocks of protein, essential for strengthening hair, and the latter supports hair strength and elasticity." We've got the ingredients to know down, but what about ingredients to avoid? Well, Helen says to steer clear of sulfates, silicones, or synthetic fragrance. "They tend to disrupt the scalp barrier and weigh hair down," she says. Hair growth is affected by many different factors like genetics, hormones and vitamin deficiencies. There are many factors to hair growth, but minimising hair loss and hair shedding is key. For this, Hannah says, "It is important to maintain high vitamin and iron levels. Keeping your vitamins within range helps to keep your hair in its natural hair cycle. When your hair growth cycle is disrupted, this leads to the telogen phase, which begins hair shedding," says Hannah. Not only that, but adopting healthy haircare habits plays a crucial role in retention and growth. "Use high-quality hair products, brush gently to avoid breakage, trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends, and exercise caution when using chemical treatments such as hair colouring or perms," Steven recommends." In terms of hair growth," she adds, "it is important to seek professional advice once you are aware of hair loss, hair growth can be encouraged by using the correct medication, supplements and diet, which can be advised by a medical professional." Now you're armed with the knowledge (and realistic expectations), scroll down for the hair-growth shampoos that met our very high standards...
The Advertiser
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
The quirky winter festival transforming trees into jumper-wearing art forms
Trees are yarnbombed with jumpers made especially for them during the Jumpers and Jazz in July festival at Warwick. Picture supplied By Anthony Caggiano Updated July 23 2025 - 1:57pm, first published 1:55pm A quirky winter festival involving knitting and trees is on again in Warwick, a two-hour drive south-west of Brisbane. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our website The digital version of Today's Paper All other in your area Many a scarf, beanie and blanket have been knitted or crocheted for loved ones, but some love to make jumpers for trees. Kerri Harycki is among the creatives who yarn bomb trees across a country town each July as part of a winter festival. "I love looking at the skill of different people; you just go, 'Oh, wow, how did they do that?' or 'I wish I'd thought of that'," she said. As part of the Jumpers and Jazz in July festival in Warwick, about 100 trees in the town's CBD are covered in yarn for a tree jumper exhibition. The main limits are the jumpers shouldn't be more than two metres tall, focus on the tree's trunk, and ideally are made with yarn. Kerri Harycki with her Rapunzel tree jumper design ahead of the Jumpers and Jazz in July festival at Warwick. Picture supplied The idea was started by the Warwick Art Gallery in 2004 as a fun way to keep newly-planted trees warm during winter after a streetscaping project in the town, and has continued since. This year's theme is cascade, so Mrs Harycki, 59, and her sister Dawn Smit, both of Toowoomba, created a scene involving Rapunzel. Their 3D design is all crocheted, including the damsel herself and her long hair, a balcony, prince, horse and fairies, plus the jumper's base that clings around their allocated tree. Mrs Harycki said she enjoyed the problem-solving aspect of the "competition" and the challenge to create something "new and unique", but the day of setting up before the festival started was also fun. "We really enjoy the atmosphere of setup day where everybody's interested in what you're doing, and you can see what everybody else is doing," she said. Coming from a large and dispersed family, the jumpers allow the sisters to hang out and share crocheting together. "Our mother was a crafter, and it's how we stay connected with her," Mrs Harycki said. Mrs Harycki dabbles a little with knitting, making scarves "because that's just rows", but it's crochet she loves most. "It's almost meditative, because there's a lot of repetition in it, but you can do it a lot of different ways," she said. "Or you can try new things... which are more complex, so it's working your brain as well." The festival, which runs from July 17-27, has more than 220 experiences including live jazz performances, markets, creative workshops, art trails, artisan stalls and of course, handmade yarn art.
Western Telegraph
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Torch Theatre invites entries for panto villain competition
The Torch Theatre's latest design competition will see the winning entry transformed into a key character for this year's festive pantomime, Rapunzel. Entrants are being asked to imagine and create an 'evil sea creature' that will appear on stage throughout the show, which runs from Saturday, December 6 to Sunday, December 28. Tim Howe, senior manager of youth and community at the Torch Theatre, said: "This year's adventure starts with you. "Get involved by helping us to design one of our pantomime baddies – an evil sea creature. "Under the command of the dastardly Mother Gothel, this sea creature scares and traps our heroes deep underwater. "But what does it look like? "It could be part octopus, shark and stingray. "Or is it more like a dolphin with fangs and tentacles? "We just don't know. "We're a little bit stuck and need your help." The Torch Theatre is encouraging young people to let their imaginations run wild. Entries can be created in any format, including collage, digital art or hand-drawn designs. Mr Howe said: "You can send us your ideas for a design in any format. "They could be made of a collage of images and textures, cutouts from magazines, strips of material, created on the computer or they could be hand drawn – let your imaginations run wild." The winning creation will be brought to life by the theatre's production team and featured in every performance of Rapunzel. The competition is open to three age groups: under fives, five to 10, and 11 to 18. A winner will be selected from each category, with one overall winner seeing their design turned into the on-stage sea creature. All entries will be displayed in the Joanna Field Gallery at the Torch Theatre throughout December. Last year's 'Design a Golden Object' competition for Jack and the Beanstalk attracted nearly 200 entries. The Torch Theatre is hoping to see even greater participation this year. The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 10, 2025. Entries should be created on A4 paper and include the designer's name, school or college, and contact details on the back. Designs should be sent to Mother Gothel's Sea Creature Competition, Torch Theatre, St Peter's Rd, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, SA73 2BU. In addition to the main performances, the Torch Theatre has scheduled a relaxed environment performance of Rapunzel for Saturday, December 13 at 2pm, and a BSL-interpreted performance on Tuesday, December 16 at 6pm. For more information, visit the Torch Theatre website or contact the box office on 01646 695267.
Business Insider
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
I spent the day at Disneyland without my kids so I could do it my way. It was just what I needed.
My teens have been going to Disney theme parks since they were small. However, they have little patience for long lines or crowds, and I often skip my favorite things. I spent a day alone at Disneyland and did everything they won't do, and it was perfect. I've spent more than a decade visiting Disney World and Disneyland with my family, and when they were small, my kids were game for the hustle and bustle. Now that they're teenagers, visits to theme parks with them are rare, and when they do tag along, there's not much they're interested in doing. Recently, I spent a day at Disneyland alone and, in the words of Rapunzel, had the "best day ever." I visited the park from early morning until late at night and did the things my kids would have complained about having to do if they'd been with me. It was a great reminder that grown-ups need to do "kid things" by themselves sometimes, and I can't wait to do it again. I did everything my kids complain about doing when we visit At Disneyland, I prioritized rides I love but that often have long lines, especially old dark-ride-style attractions like Pinocchio's Daring Journey and Snow White's Enchanted Wish. You can't use Lightning Lane, Disneyland's skip-the-line pass that costs extra, on these rides, so my kids are usually out. I did use the Lightning Lane pass I purchased to ride other attractions my kids claim to be sick of, like It's A Small World and Pirates of the Caribbean. Experiencing these longtime favorites whine-free was magical. My kids also complain about parade-viewing at Disney parks, since you usually need to find a spot along the route at least 30 minutes before the parade starts and sit still to keep your place. On the day I visited, Disneyland had two parades, The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade during the day and Paint the Night — an incredible lighted parade — at night. For both, I grabbed myself a treat, found a seat, and thoroughly enjoyed waving to characters like Duffy Bear and the Disney Princesses from my front-row vantage point. The day reminded me that grown-ups need to let loose sometimes, too There were other little things I found delightful during my day, from being able to try snacks my kids may have turned their noses up at, like a chicken pot pie-topped baked potato that's part of Disneyland's 70th anniversary celebration menu, to standing in long lines to meet characters like Minnie Mouse. I rode more than 10 rides, met several characters, saw two parades and the evening fireworks show, and enjoyed yummy treats, like a mint julep and a green sugar-covered Gator Tail Churro. I also faced a Disney fear — riding the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure attraction (formerly Splash Mountain). I never liked the 50-foot drop at Splash Mountain, so I'd put off riding the new version. Because I was alone, I decided to be brave. The ride was incredibly beautiful and I would absolutely face the drop (and getting soaked) again to spend more time with Princess Tiana and her friends. Doing things I love to do helped me recharge and unwind My day acting like a kid at Disneyland was a much-needed break from the responsibilities of mom life. What's more, the following day, as I flew home, my husband had an emergency appendectomy, and I landed amid a bit of chaos. It just goes to show that it's important to take little moments for yourself when you can, so you're ready to jump when the inevitable stresses of life show up. Recharged and armed with a bit of pixie dust, I arrived home from Disneyland ready to support my husband and kids during a stressful time. My husband joked that I already deserve another Disneyland trip since mine ended with his medical emergency. While he's on the mend and doing great now, I just may take him up on that one day.
