Tabla de contenidos para April 2025 en Prima UK

Welcome to our spring issue. To get you ready for what I reckon is the best time of year (sorry to my son, Ben, who says it’s autumn), we’ve packed in lots of inspiring ideas for the season. We’re also celebrating spending time with friends and family this Easter. I’m particularly excited about this Easter holiday because I’ll be on board the Ambassador ship Ambience for our Prima Crafting at Sea cruise with our fabulous team of top crafters, running workshops and enjoying making and creating together. I’m so looking forward to it and would love as many of you to come along as possible. We set sail on Thursday 17 April, so there’s still lots of time for you to book. Just visit prima.co.uk/crafting-at-sea for all the details. I’m…

✿ ROSES In spring, I give them a good prune back to knee height and a lovely blanket of homemade mulch from our compost heap, as this really enables the moisture to remain for longer during those April showers and also makes sure all the nutrients go back into the soil. I usually give roses their first spray to eradicate black spot, greenfly and anything else that may be compromising them. Never spray when roses are blooming, but it’s okay to do it while they’re budding. ✿ VEGETABLES April is a tricky time to plant out any seedlings from the greenhouse because you can have a lovely warm weekend, then a frost will come out of nowhere. Anything tender I would always plant out in the second bank holiday in May.…

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When we first moved into our home in Manchester, the words I often heard said about it were, ‘This house used to be such a disgrace.’ It was 2010 and my husband, Steve, and I had seen the five-bedroom Victorian house as perfect for our three children: Luke, then 11, Leah, seven and Nathan, four. The former owner had been a hoarder, though, with a house packed full of everything he’d collected over the years. I was sad people were so critical, when he’d probably needed help. I’d always loved to organise. As an only child I loved to endlessly rearrange my bedroom and my mum would give me 20p to tidy the kitchen cupboards. Hearing the criticism about the previous state of the house gave me an idea. What…

When my father, Roy, passed away in May 2023, we were faced with a mountain of grief that we’re only just beginning to process – this, of course, was to be expected. What I didn’t expect was the depth of sadness I’d feel at the prospect of saying goodbye to Sapgate Lane – a house that has been in our family almost half a century. The house is perched on top of a hill in the semi-rural village of Thornton, West Yorkshire, and every square centimetre holds some precious memory for me. My parents bought the house in 1977, when I was two, my brother Jason, six, and Giles, four. Mum and Dad had both been born into working-class families and had grown up in modest terraced houses. Go back…

ACCEPTANCE This is the biggest lesson when it comes to body confidence. Rather than wishing you had the body of your favourite celebrity, channel that desire into accepting your body is yours. A combination of your biological parents’ DNA and the environment you live in, this is your body and no one else’s. NATURE BATHE Appreciate the power of Mother Earth. A tech-free walk in nature, tuning into the sounds and textures around you, will ease a busy mind and help you find a sense of presence. NOURISHMENT, NOT PUNISHMENT Prone to bitching about how you look in the mirror? What will that achieve? When the negative thoughts come in, flip them and focus on what you can do to nourish your body. POWERFUL PRAISE Change the habit of a…

In a notebook, create three columns: what you know about your loved one’s mental health condition, what you feel about it and what else you want to know about it. In ‘what I know’, include clinical diagnoses, what you know about their psychiatric history and what you know about their mental health symptoms. In the second column, ‘what I feel’, write down your feelings about the situation and how it all affects you. In the third column, ask yourself if you have biases about mental health conditions. If so, ask where they came from. And note what you need to learn about your loved one’s condition.…

BARING IT ALL I was so insecure in my 20s that I never got my legs out. Then I started working in Australia, where it was so hot that I couldn’t do it any more. The older I get, the more I’m open to clothes I was too embarrassed to wear back then. Often, society says to cover up as you age; I say no, especially as I missed that in younger years. I love how much more confident I am now. SUN SAFE I’m really careful to protect my skin from the sun. Alongside face SPF, I use IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream SPF50, £38. If I need an SPF top-up on set, I spray the Sculpted By Aimee Sun Mist SPF50, £19, over my makeup.…

How adorable is our knitted Easter chick? He’s the perfect companion for the Easter celebrations – and even comes with an extra pocket to fill with treats! If you love knitting, why not make your own with our easy free knitting pattern? Simply head to prima.co.uk/chick-knittingpattern for all the instructions. Let us know how you get on with your knitted chick by tagging @primamag in your pictures on Instagram Visit prima.co.uk/chick-knitting-pattern for how to create your chick…

TREND WATCH CROCHET NECKERCHIEFS They’re everywhere at the moment – the crochet neckerchief should definitely be on your project list. Shaped like an oversized triangle, it ties at the front and is perfect for these slightly warmer days, but when there’s still a nip in the air. I’ve made mine using Wool and the Gang Feeling Good yarn in Curasao Blue and Terracotta Blush. 3 of the BEST Spring craft kits £5 & UNDER FABULOUS FLOWERS Our community granny square blanket Thank you so much to the hundreds of readers who have sent in their granny squares for our community blanket project. I’ve loved looking at each of your designs and now we’re busy stitching them all together to make a fabulous – and enormous – blanket. We’ll pop a…

Make it go further… asparagus While recipes warn against using this seasonal bounty’s woody stems, I think they deserve a place on your plate. Slice them thinly and add to salsa verde for extra crunch and freshness, quick-pickle them with equal parts vinegar and water, and a pinch of salt and sugar, for 15mins for tang in salads, or add them to stock for additional flavour in asparagus risotto. BRILLIANT BARK If you find yourself with fragments of leftover Easter chocolate this year, turn them into something new and try making an easy Easter chocolate bark. Melt together leftover plain milk chocolate eggs, pour into a baking parchment-lined tray and spread evenly. Sprinkle over crushed Mini Eggs or other Easter chocolate treats, then leave to set. Once hard, break into…

REPAIR & RELOVE SUSTAINABLE SWAP I’m reading Modern Upholstery: Discover The Joy Of Transforming Your Furniture by Interior Design Masters expert Micaela Sharp, and it has inspired me to upcycle my upholstery. A headboard is the perfect place to start. ‘Making a headboard is exactly the same skillset as making a back rest for a banquette seat,’ says Micaela. ‘So you can apply these skills to various projects around the home.’ 3 of the BEST SPLATTERWARE 10 BUYS £10 & UNDER A little treat for the home goes a long way Earn your stripes Want to dip your toe into maximalism but have little room for more furnishings? Let your décor climb the walls (or ceiling) instead. I love the idea of using stripes to add quirky character without compromising on…

Hi, Prue! What can we expect from the new season of Cotswold Kitchen? It’s a homely, DIY-style production that takes place in my kitchen. My husband comes bumbling in every now and again, and my dogs play far too big of a part in it. You’ve had amazing guests, such as Alison Hammond and Sandi Toksvig, in the past. Who will be joining this time? We have Charlotte Church, who belted out songs in my kitchen, Lulu, who did Scottish ditties with my husband, and JB Gill from JLS, who sang Happy Birthday to my housekeeper. What brings you the most joy in the making of the show? The guests – they’re all so different! I also love that my husband, John, who has been pulled into television because of…

Marjorie loved Thursdays. It was the day Anna, her bubbly cleaner came. For most people it was simply just the day the cleaner came in, but for Marjorie it was special. It was the day she had three hours of freedom. For some time now Marjorie’s husband, Bill, had been suffering from memory loss and forgetfulness. It was no longer safe to leave him on his own. Anna had come up with a solution, ‘Why don’t you have some time for yourself when I come in,’ Anna had suggested. ‘I can keep an eye on Bill while I do the cleaning, make him a cup of tea and perhaps sit and have a chat with him if I finish my chores early.’ So every Thursday that is what Marjorie did.…

THE MOON AND YOU… The New Moon asks you to be prepared for all your comfort zones to be challenged. The Full Moon on 13 April at 1:22am will highlight the balance between what you have to do and what you want to do. The New Moon on 27 April at 8:31pm may prompt questions about recent choices. STAR OF THE MONTH ARIES 21 March to 20 April You’re at the start of a new era when it comes to… pretty much everything! The best thing you can do for yourself, as the effects of the recent Aries eclipse start to settle, is to work on your self-esteem. Get that sorted out and everything else will follow. Knowing what you want to be responsible for will help. TAURUS  21 April…

Sharp style What better way to shake up your wardrobe than with the addition of a standout skirt? Kilts appeared on the must-have list last winter, and they’re still very much on trend. We love this sweeping white maxi from Karen Millen – with plenty of swishy fabric, it feels glamorous enough for a special event yet is equally wearable with a soft pastel knit and flats. Fashion forecast See off the showers in Seasalt’s Penweathers waterproof trench coat, reworked for spring in a sophisticated gingham print that sent it straight to the top of the fashion team’s wish list. Functional and versatile, it’ll take you from crisp country walks to the hustle and bustle of city life. Work it For nine-to-five dressing that works round the clock, look to…

1 LOVE A CONDIMENT Whenever I mention condiments on my Saturday morning Magic Radio show, everyone messages to sing the praises of their ‘king’ of sauces, and mayo always seems to come out on top. I’ve found some delicious versions recently and can highly recommend The Foraging Fox Avocado & Lemon Mayo. There are also many vegan alternatives these days – Dr Will’s Sugar Free Vegan Mayo is yummy. But let’s leave the mayo behind (although I love it, too) and venture into chilli jams and sweet chilli sauces. My new taste fave is Stokes Chilli Jam, which I add to the above mayo and spread on a chickpea (gluten-free) cracker with avocado, sliced pickled cucumbers and onions, topped with a smearing of hummus (the most delicious is ChicP Beetroot &…

I’d seen him first on our wildlife camera footage. This little hog with a missing foot. I’d started rehabilitating hedgehogs in my garden through a local rescue centre and was monitoring their nighttime wanderings – but I hadn’t seen this one before. Hedgehogs don’t normally survive that sort of injury, so I was amazed to see him still hobbling around. The next night, at dusk, I sat on top of our wooden hedgehog feeding station – a special box that keeps hogs safe from predators – and waited. If I sit very SPACE still, the hedgehogs ignore me. I can hear them shuffling in and out and crunching on kitten biscuits I’ve left out for them. This particular hog usually visited around 11pm, but by midnight he still hadn’t arrived. I…

It’s hard to miss Faith In Nature’s mood-boosting bottles when you’re browsing the aisles, but the real magic happens behind the label. This British brand makes eco-friendly body care that feels good in every sense, packing naturally derived ingredients into 100% recycled packaging and offering refill stations nationwide. The whole family will love it – and there’s even a range for your dog – thanks to its joyful scents and luxurious textures. Now available in new refillable and recyclable aluminium, Faith In Nature offers a range of nourishing body washes to choose from. Whether you opt for the calming Lavender & Geranium Body Wash (£7.49), the tropical Coconut Body Wash (£7.49) or the uplifting Grapefruit & Orange Body Wash (£7.49), doing your part for the environment has never felt (or…

Do you have a health question you would like to see covered? Email us at prima@hearst.co.uk If you’re low in energy or your clothes are getting tighter, it’s easy to assume it’s just life, getting older or the menopause… but in fact, it could be down to your thyroid. It’s very common for mid and later-life women to develop an underactive thyroid, because the risk goes up with age. The British Thyroid Foundation says that low thyroid function is about 10 times as common in women as men, and it’s thought that 20% of women aged 60 and over may have an underactive thyroid. The trouble is, low thyroid function can often go undiagnosed. Research shows that it takes, on average, over five years for hypothyroidism to be diagnosed. The…

THE TREND HIT THE SPOT Graphic and gorgeous, spots are big news this season. Whether you opt for subtle splodges or bold polka dots, a smattering of spots will add visual impact to every outfit. For a dose of instant glamour, go eclectic and clash your spotted tops with a pair of colour-pop trousers. THE TREND FIFTIES FITS Fit-and-flare dresses, high-waisted Capri pants and knotted neck scarves will be lending a 1950s-inspired flair to our new-season wardrobes. A belted shirt dress, like this one, is arguably fashion’s most flattering fit. Easy, elegant and guaranteed to give you a stunning silhouette – what’s not to love? Style tip! Clash stripes with florals for an instant style boost THE TREND CARDIGAN COOL Believe it or not, cardigans have shaken off their humdrum…

A children’s dressing gown is a great little project to make for a younger loved one. You can choose to give the roomy hood some ears to add a level of cuteness or just the pockets for practicality. Great for layering over PJs, the relaxed silhouette and plush fabrics are perfect for snuggling. EXCLUSIVE READER OFFER You can order your exclusive Prima pattern at the special reduced price of £5.99 (worth £8.99) using the QR code below. The reduced price covers packaging and postage as well. Or to become a member and get the pattern for free, go to hearstmagazines.co.uk/prima-april or call 01858 438419† quoting HPR11636 To just get your pattern, use the QR code (left). Alternatively, go to hearstmagazines.co.uk/pattern-apr25 To purchase one of our previous patterns, go to hearstmagazines. co.uk/prima-pattern…

MEASUREMENTS Measures approx 39cm length MATERIALS ● Drops Alpaca Boucle in shade Off White (0100) 1 x 50g ball (A). ● Drops Alaska in shade Light Brown Mix (49) 1 x 50g ball (B). ● Pair of 4mm needles. ● Stitch marker. ● Small amount of black yarn for embroidery. ● Toy stuffing. TENSION Tension is not required for this project. ABBREVIATIONS approx approximately; cm centimetre; cont continue; g gram; k knit; kfb knit into the front and back of next stitch (1 stitch increase); m1 make 1 stitch; mm millimetre; p purl; rep repeat; rem remaining; RS right side; st st stocking stitch; ssk slip 2 stitches knitwise, knit these 2 stitches together through back loops; st(s) stitch(es); tog together; WS wrong side; [] repeat instructions within brackets. Turn…

COOK’S TIP Never tried a roasted radish? The heat transforms them – from sharp and crunchy to mild and almost creamy Menu for 8 THE STARTER Ricotta and roasted radish toasts ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ THE MAINS Artichoke-stuffed leg of lamb with red wine gravy Leek and asparagus galette (vegetarian) ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ THE SIDES Beans, greens and roasted cherry tomatoes Baby carrots with crispy shallots Herby Jersey Royal and fennel salad ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ THE DESSERT  Rhubarb frangipane tart Ricotta and roasted radish toasts These flavour-packed toasts take no time to put together MAKES about 24 PREP 15min COOK about 15min • 150g radishes, trimmed and halved if large• 2tbsp extra virgin olive oil• 1tbsp runny honey• Finely grated zest and…

A FEAST FOR THE SENSES Kitchens aren’t always a riot of colour, but pastels can be the perfect way to tiptoe into using more colour in this traditionally muted space. In period properties, using a different tone on the skirting boards and cornicing to that used on the walls can highlight the room’s features (light pinks and greens work well together, as do soft blues and yellows). And here’s a tip for both older and modern homes: layer your pastel paintwork with framed prints, plus use printed textures and surfaces, such as terrazzo flooring and upholstered banquette seating. As for the dining table? A centrepiece creates a tiny scene of spring – simply fill a bowl with moss, layer with painted foam eggs (try Hobbycraft), then add a floral sprig…

My first ever memory of Castle Howard is watching Brideshead Revisited on TV as a child. Anthony Andrews and Jeremy Irons driving up to the palatial home cast as the fictional Marchmain residence. Yet, visiting so many years later with my grown-up son, Ben, I felt the same sense of awe and wonder at the building’s golden beauty. The huge dome – its most notable feature – was destroyed in 1940 after a devastating fire broke out. It was years before it was rebuilt, but to see it today, it’s hard to imagine such a feat of repair could ever be carried out. Visiting stately homes is something of a passion of mine. I love stepping through the grand doors of Britain’s finest houses. Castle Howard is privately owned –…

My book of the month I Would Die For You by Sandie Jones (Pan Macmillan, £9.99) Another brilliant read from Jones, whose books always have strong female protagonists, and original storylines that entice me in. In 1986, Cassie is obsessed with huge boyband Secret Oktober, whose frontman Ben finds himself drawn to her sister Nicole. Twenty-five years later, Nicole is living in a quiet California town with her family when a journalist comes knocking to investigate the band’s demise. 27 March Follow Nina on X @matineegirl for news and giveaways The Grapevine by Kate Kemp (Phoenix, £18.99) Set in 1970s Australia where, on a quiet residential street, there’s been a murder. All the neighbours are under suspicion. A young girl who had a crush on the victim is desperate to…

I loved my bike. It was a hand-me-down from a friend who’d looked after it better than I look after myself. I used it every day and sometimes I’d ride to work in central London until the MAMILs (middle-aged men in Lycra) put a stop to that by zooming past me in the cycle lanes. Many of them would be on those huge, chunky electric bikes, and I felt like a pedestrian on the M1 being overtaken by a juggernaut. Admittedly, I’m no Laura Kenny but these men (I’m afraid I find it’s nearly always men) would rush past me just to shave five minutes off their journey. WEAPONS OF MASS OBSTRUCTION During lockdown, I had some wonderful times on my bike – the roads were deserted, and I could head…

Have you noticed that the clothes you wore in your fashion heyday are now must-have items? Whether they date back to the 70s, 80s or 90s, the garments we took for granted are now considered sought-after ‘vintage’ fashions – and come with high price tags. They’re worth preserving because even the ones we bought on the high street are superior quality to those made since the advent of the internet ‘fast fashion’ era. PROBLEM: ‘OH NO! IT’S LOST ITS SHAPE’ ‘Start by giving your garment a proper steam – this often works wonders for softening creases and bringing back their structure,’ says sustainable stylist Sophia Lorimer, founder of Fine-Tuned Wardrobe. ‘If the fabric allows, press with a steam iron and pressing cloth. These squares of white cotton protect from direct exposure…

As a professional spray tanner on shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and The X Factor, I worked with many celebrities, dancers, models and actresses. I travelled the world and met women who could afford every luxury. But they had one thing in common; every woman I worked with apologised to me for her body. Whether they were professional models or lithe dancers, they all pointed out some aspect of themselves they hated. Sometimes it was their legs, tummy, cellulite or even something like their ears or hands. Of course, they were at their most exposed at the time, near naked in paper knickers for the spray tan, but I found it astonishing how self-conscious everyone was about the way they looked. I was never concerned about their looks; instead,…

‘I could never give up cheese…’ That was me, five years ago. I’d never met a cheese I didn’t like – even if it came in foil triangles. I’d tiptoed towards vegetarianism for many years, reducing my meat intake but never officially taking the plunge (the barbecue ribs always got me). I’d even floated the idea of going vegan a few times, whenever my partner Rob and I would watch the latest documentary about factory farming. But I always talked myself out of it. In the end, it wasn’t a hard-hitting exposé that prompted the change. It was a bout of Covid that left me feeling not quite myself. I was keen to get back to full health and frustrated it was taking so long. Then I happened to watch The…

Can this new gadget retrain your bladder? We all know we should be doing our pelvic-floor exercises (aka Kegels), but for many of us, they’ve slipped so far down our to-do list that they’re a distant memory – that’s if we even did them in the first place; one in four women admit to never having done them at all. Now a new gadget, Elitone, promises to strengthen your pelvic-floor muscles for you. What sets it apart from other similar gadgets is that it’s external rather than internal, sitting inside your underwear. ‘I designed Elitone to be thin and flexible, so you can put it on and get on with your day,’ says Gloria Kolb, the engineer behind the brand. Just launched in the UK, Elitone is for stress incontinence…

When Jane Abraham left her busy Westminster job, she dreamed of opening a yarn shop with a knitting circle in her home town of Falmouth, Cornwall – and five years on, her group has gone global. She tells Imogen Cooper about her worldwide community of women – and why she’ll always knit with British wool. How did Stitches & Cream begin? I learned to knit when I was eight and always loved it. I worked in Westminster in government for many years and commuted from Cornwall during the week. I used knitting as a way of calming down. I’ve always enjoyed using good yarns made with natural fibres. I was at the point of leaving my job in 2019 and began to think, where am I going to get some decent…

MEASUREMENTS To fit chest: 81-86(92-97: 102-107:112-117:122-127)cm. Actual chest: 110(121:132:142:153)cm. Length: 47(49:52:55:57)cm. MATERIALS ● Debbie Bliss Cotton DK in shade Avocado (20) 6(6:7:8:8) x 50g balls. ● 3.25mm crochet hook. ● 4 stitch markers. TENSION 15 sts and 15 rows to 10cm square over pattern using a 3.25mm hook. ABBREVIATIONS cm centimetre; ch chain; cont continue; dc double crochet; flo front loop only; g gram; patt pattern; rep repeat; RS right side; st(s) stitch(es); tr treble crochet; WS wrong side, ** work instructions to the double asterisk as directed. Turn the page for instructions BACK Using 3.25mm hook, ch84(92:100:108:116), turn. Foundation row 1 (RS): Working into 2nd ch from hook, dc to end, turn. 83(91:99:107:115) sts. Row 1 (WS): Ch1 (does not count as a st here and throughout), dc to…

Chocolate hot cross buns Complete with orange glaze and zesty spiced butter, or serve with salted butter or zesty marmalade. MAKES 12 PREP TIME 40min, plus cooling and rising. COOK TIME about 20min FOR THE BUNS • 225ml milk• 50g unsalted butter, chopped• 2 large eggs, beaten• 500g strong white flour, plus extra to dust• 40g cocoa powder• 1 tsp ground cinnamon• 1 tsp mixed spice• 75g caster sugar• 7g sachet fast-action dried yeast• Vegetable oil, to grease• 150g raisins• 3 tbsp orange juice• 60g dark chocolate, chopped FOR THE GLAZE • 2 tbsp orange juice• 2 tbsp caster sugar FOR THE SPICED ORANGE BUTTER • 100g butter, softened• Finely grated zest 1 orange, plus 1 tsp juice• ½ tsp ground nutmeg 1 For the buns, heat the milk in…

April can be fickle and unpredictable, but the days are longer, which can only mean one thing – more time to spend in the garden. It’s a busy month as the soil warms up and you can almost feel the energy in the air. Any seedlings you have sown under cover should be coming along nicely, and soon annuals can be sown directly outdoors to fill the gaps in your borders. Cosmos, scabious and poppies are great to weave through your perennial borders. TASKS THIS MONTH □ In milder areas, plant out tubers, corms and rhizomes when frosts have gone. □ Deadhead spent spring bulbs. □ Prune hydrangeas. □ Lift and divide summer-flowering perennials. □ Protect plants from slugs and snails. □ Increase watering and feeding of houseplants. □ Prick out and pot…

The Salt Path Gillian Anderson stars in this heartfelt adaptation of Raynor Winn’s memoir. After losing their home and facing her husband’s terminal illness, Raynor and her partner embark on a transformative journey along England’s South West Coast Path. As they walk the 630-mile trail, they find solace in nature while confronting the challenges of survival, love and resilience. Coming to cinemas on 25 April Towards Zero Agatha Christie fans, your time is here, as an adaptation of her bestselling mystery novel is coming to the BBC. The scandalous series follows a tennis star reeling from a high-profile divorce, who soon gets wrapped up in an unexpected love triangle. What ensues is a dangerous game of deceit, jealousy and passion, with deadly consequences. Coming to the BBC on 2 March…

Taken to the library every Saturday from the age of five, Chris Packham’s love of stories started young. ‘My parents didn’t have a lot of money, but they spent what they did have on books for myself and my sister,’ he says. ‘I’ve always loved reading; I like the acquisition of knowledge. I inherited that from my father. There’s something tangible about books. They have a smell, a texture, a taste. They’re rooted in a time. They end up telling a story in themselves.’ In his latest non-fiction book, Little Experts: Superhero Plants, Chris introduces children to the plants that will help us save the world. ‘If children don’t learn to understand and to love the natural world, they won’t look after it and theirs will be a greater need…

£50 star letter Dream coats I made these coats from Prima’s February 2019 pattern. I swapped the notched collar for a shawl lapel and made the coat (far right) from a kantha (patchwork) quilt. Since then, I’ve made half a dozen of these coats, which are perfect to jazz up a pair of jeans and a jumper. The latest incarnation is the cream one (right), which is hand embroidered to bring a touch of the Silk Road to Orpington, Kent! Cristina O’Halloran Challenge accepted Inspired by your article Yes, You Can! (February), I went online and booked on to a five-week floral art course not far from where I live. Flower arranging is something I’ve always wanted to be better at, so I’m really excited. Go for it, ladies! Lynn Schultz…