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The Kaspersky Lab Commonwealth Antarctic Expedition comprised an eclectic mix of eight women from around the world on a 38-day journey through inhospitable conditions to tire South Pole. In order to keep this multinational team warm, comfortable and happy, an eclectic mix of clothing, kit and food was required. Here is a selection of tire expedition's essential items, from tents and toilet bags to timepieces and tasty meals

North of Denmark SubZero GMTOtter Valley Power PorridgeI as anyone who knows me will tell you am not a morning person, so for me when I open my eyes I don�t want to see the daylight till I have had my first cup of tea.If you are lucky enough to have either an En-Suite or dressing room then keep it simple, extend the colour scheme through out and put in lots of storage for towels and toiletries.Getting ready for work and school is often a very hectic time in many families so a tear in a favorite shirt or skirt can send the family unit into a tailspin. Other patterns are sophisticated and rival those used by the designers in the fashion houses. Many people get great satisfaction from the completion of a project, and a good sewing pattern can guide each person to complete a project properly. Many mothers who stay home because of new babies look for jobs that they can do from home in order to be available at home to bring up the children as well as make a decent income.Firstly you need to decide on colour, if everyone liked Magnolia what a dull world this would be.2.70 [pounds sterling]/63 GRAMSHilleberg Keron GT 4 with snow valancesA luxury Percale or Egyptian cotton would be my choice, anything with a thread count of 180 or above, it�s a natural fibre, soft, durable and crisp to the touch, it is the ultimate in bedroom style,Take care not to obstruct doors and if possible give enough room to walk around the bed, this is a safety aspect as well as practical one.(10) 12V SOLAR PANEL(4) BALACLAVARemember only you know what makes you happy, so put as much of you as possible into that special place, and wake up every morning feeling a sense of pride.(8) HATStorage is one of the biggest mistakes people make when designing there bedrooms, without exception there is never enough for even the most minimalistic person.Power Porridge is a mixture of oats, seeds and whole grains. It provides all the goodies (such as vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids and fibre) that are so hard to pack into an expedition diet. Wheat-, nut--and dairy-free with no added salt or fatThere is also frilled or inverted Pleat Valances; both will do the job of hiding the base of the bed.When choosing furniture buy what you like but be practical, I�m sure an 8 foot bed would be wonderful, but not if your room space is only 9 foot square.During the Antarctic summer, there is 24-hour daylight, and the sun simply circles in the sky. A watch is essential to keep track of the hours and days. The watch we used is tested to -40[degrees]C, keeps track of multiple time zones and has scratch-resistant glassValances come in Three styles, box pleat is the most practical, and looks the most expensive, and with a base Valance it doesn�t need to be changed every week, so less washing for us.With Divan beds you will need a Valance, be it Base Valance or Valance sheet it just adds that finishing touch and can be matched with your curtains or blinds.This was the item of equipment that the whole team raved about after the expedition. It has been pared down to the basics but is extremely effective. On most days in Antarctica, we wore just a thermal layer with this windproof over the topWe all know that lighting can change the whole ambiance of a room, so don�t cut corners. Down lighters or spotlights are fabulous for bathrooms or dressing rooms but be a little more subtle in the bedroom, sidelights or up lighters are ideal, and for all of us over thirty a lot more flattering.A sewing pattern will be a guide for construction of a garment in the latest styles, but a sewing project will allow for a unique outfit. For centuries sewing of clothes and anything else around the house was done by hand until the mid 1700s when the first sewing machine was invented.Fuizion freeze-dried foodIt�s also the place that you dress, and for most people if they feel comfortable in their surroundings they will take time and care in themselves.After a long day hauling sledges, a good sleep is essential. Inflatable mats carry the risk of puncture, so durable solid-foam mats are preferable. Sleep on two of these mats and you'll never know that you're lying on ice(7) WATCHYUKON ARCTIC ULTRA RACE(3) SLEEPING MATFor all you would be designers out there, I have a word of advice for you.I hope I have given you food for thought if you are starting out on revamping your bedroom or designing your room from scratch.NEXT MONTH:(1) TENTAlso take care not to fill every available space with clutter, light and airy are essential42 [pounds sterling]/355 GRAMSYou may have noticed that Beds come in a variety of sizes these days. Consider when you buy your new bed, that bed linen doesn�t come with the package, But in order for you to get the best from your bed you need to use bedding that fits perfectly, spend a bit of time getting great fitted sheets, I promise you will not regret it.Sewing patterns are available from fabric stores, some of the superstores and from websites on the internet. Sewing Patterns Are Guides for a Variety of Jobs(5) WINDPROOF CLOTHING120 [pounds sterling]/500 GRAMS45 [pounds sterling]/100 GRAMSA self-contained bag for liquid and solid waste. Double-lined, with a secure zip-lock closure, each bag contains polymers and enzymes that turns faeces into a deodorised gel. The bag can be disposed of in the same way as any waste destined for landfill20 [pounds sterling]/50 GRAMS

Being able to recharge batteries is critical, because losing power to a satellite telephone can mean the end of you r expedition. The Flexcell Sunpack was easy to use, durable and reliable. It uses a universal cigarette lighter connection