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Tips for planting bluebells from a gardening expert
An RHS expert gives their top tips.
17 May 2023

9 fun facts and Christmas decorating ideas for poinsettia
Poinsettias are everywhere at this time of year, and look fantastic incorporated into Christmas home decorating, as these tips and tricks prove.
01 June 2016

5 inspiring hallway ideas for Christmas
Add a few festive touches to your hall for Christmas and New Year with these fabulous home decoration ideas.
01 June 2016

Expert tips on how to get organised for Christmas
We catch up with professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn for some tips on keeping our homes under control over Christmas
01 June 2016

48 hours in Florence
One of Europe’s finest art cities, Florence is ideal for a weekend away, with hard-to-beat sightseeing, food and shopping
05 January 2016

Best new lifestyle titles for book lovers
Just in time for Christmas, we've rounded up our favourite new coffee table books for lovers of gardening, interiors and food.
21 December 2015

Christmas planning tips from Sophie Conran
We catch up with designer, cook and author Sophie Conran to see how she does Christmas, and to get a few tips along the way. Photographs by David Brittain
07 December 2015

10 of the best retro Christmas tree decorations
Decorating the Christmas tree is one of the great joys of the Yuletide period, and with our round up of vintage-style baubles you'll be itching to get started.
25 November 2015
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Top tips on giving your bedroom a luxury hotel makeover
Make your bedroom as comfy and luxurious as possible, with these top tips from the experts
12 November 2015

Celebrate National Cat Day with these fab home accessories
In honour of National Cat Day, here is a round up of the most fabulous feline-friendly home accessories
29 October 2015

5 ideas for Christmas table settings
From a festive brunch on Christmas morning to a jolly afternoon tea, and dinner itself, there are all sorts of opportunities to create gorgeous table settings, and we've got some fabulous ideas to inspire you
26 October 2015

Tips to make your cosy winter home even cosier
Philip Watkin, DFS design director, shares great ideas on how to create a cosy haven this Christmas...
26 October 2015

8 of the best Winter scented candles
Make the most of cosy evenings and weekends indoors by scenting your home with one of these gorgeous Wintery fragranced candles
23 October 2015

Gorgeous gift wrapping ideas
Make your Christmas tree look even more spectacular this year by crowding it with sumptuously wrapped Christmas presents. We’ve rounded up a few ideas to get you started
22 October 2015

Expert Christmas flower arranging tips
Marks & Spencer's resident flower expert Simon Richards shares a few tips to help you create a stunning seasonal bouquet for Christmas.
22 October 2015

8 quick ways to get your home guest-ready
With Christmas-time looming, make sure your home is ready for guests to enjoy with a few simple tips and ideas
16 October 2015
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8 great home decorating ideas for Autumn
Put a positive spin on the end of Summer by embracing all things Autumnal: gorgeous flowers, toasty fires and snug home furnishings.
07 October 2015

Christmas gift ideas for gardeners
We’ve rounded up a few gorgeous Christmas gift ideas for your green-fingered family and friends.
06 October 2015

Abigail Ahern: top tips to update your home
Homewares and interior designer Abigail Ahern reveals how she gives her home a fresh look.
02 September 2015

8 of the most memorable movie houses
Whether it's the quintessential Christmas house in Home Alone or the classic San Francisco Victorian in Mrs Doubtfire, we all have favourite movie homes - these are our top 8
24 August 2015

Top tips on making your home a sanctuary from Kelly Hoppen
Interior designer Kelly Hoppen has revealed a few of her top tips on making your home as tranquil as possible
23 July 2015

8 fabulous home accessories for dinosaur-lovers
With the release of Jurassic World has come a flurry of home accessories geared at dino-lovers; these are some of our favourites
15 July 2015

Great Summer party ideas
Inspiring suggestions for a Summer celebration – let the party begin
10 July 2015

6 of the best movie kitchens
Who hasn’t watched a film and wished they lived in the main character’s dreamy house? We’ve rounded up our favourite movie kitchens…
01 July 2015
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8 camping essentials for festival season
As the festival season officially begins, we have rounded up some fun yet practical essentials as a helpful starter kit. Tick these off your camping checklist!
24 June 2015

8 of the best Summery floral home accessories
In honour of a season of fabulous flower shows, we've rounded up our favourite floral home accessories
22 June 2015

How to choose a wedding gift by Joss and Main
It's the season of weddings, and therefore of trying to think of suitable gifts - online interiors store Joss & Main are on hand to help...
18 June 2015

8 smart and chic wardrobe organising hacks
If, like most people, you suffer from minimal wardrobe space, take heed of our round up of smart organising hacks
18 June 2015

Top tips for getting a cool Scandi look at home
Hästens Chief Marketing Officer, Karin Wickberg, is here to give her top tips on creating a Scandinavian sanctuary in your own home
11 June 2015

10 ways to fill your home with florals
Whether you want to go full-on kitsch or cool and contemporary, florals are having a moment; here are ten ways of embracing them in your home
09 June 2015

Top decluttering tips from stylist Ceril Campbell
Make your home a clutter-free haven with these savvy tips from stylist Ceril Campbell
08 June 2015

8 colourful ways to cosy up your garden
As we begin to spend more and more time outside, make your garden as comfy and cosy as possible with a few colourful home accessories.
29 May 2015
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Top tips for small gardens from expert David Domoney
If you have a passion for gardening but not much space to work with, worry not: TV gardener David Domoney has revealed a few expert tips on making the most of your outdoors
29 May 2015

Textile guru Tricia Guild: How to make a house a home
Designer Guild's very own Tricia Guild has revealed her best tips on creating a beautiful and happy home.
29 May 2015

5 tips on making and caring for terrariums
Terrariums are the latest, coolest way to show off plants and cacti. So we've grabbed a few top tips from The Joy of Plants on how to keep and care for them.
29 May 2015

Orla Kiely's tips and trends for your home
Designer Orla Kiely talks about the inspiration behind her latest collaboration and reveals her top homes trends for 2015.
21 May 2015

Top tips on caring for house plants and cactus
Calling all keen house-gardeners: house plant experts The Joy of Plants have given us their top tips on caring for cactus and houseplants.
20 May 2015

Shopping for a sofa? What to consider
Jo Moore, Commercial Director of historic sofa company Spink & Edgar Upholstery, shares 10 things to be aware of when shopping for a sofa.
20 May 2015

Gardening: what to do in June
Plan ahead with our round up of the best horticultural events and tips on what you should be doing to your garden in June
18 May 2015

8 great ideas for dressing your window
Curtains or blinds? Whatever your style, we'll give you ideas for dressing every window in your house. Plus some alternative uses you might not have thought of.
14 May 2015
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8 ways to make your home feel bigger
Bursting at the seams? Don’t let your four walls restrict you – make your space work harder by re-jigging and reorganising, so that every inch of your home is used, beautifully
14 May 2015

8 brilliant picnic blankets
Celebrate sunny weekends (and even the chilly ones) by venturing outdoors with one of these colourful and stylish picnic blankets. Happy picnicking!
08 May 2015

Secrets of a happy home: Collier Campbell
Judy Lever, owner of colourful homeware store Collier Campbell, reveals her top tips for creating a happy home.
07 May 2015

Design your own sofa with John Lewis's Interactive Sofa Studio
Just launched, John Lewis's state-of-the-art in-store experience allows customers to design their own sofa. Oh yes you can ...
07 May 2015

8 of the best colourful beach towels for Summer
Looking at booking your Summer holiday? Don’t forget your beach towel – there are some stylish ones on the high street and we’ve rounded up 8 of the best
30 April 2015

8 smart and stylish outdoor storage solutions
Whether or not you have the luxury of a proper garden shed, you can still create a stylish and practical piece of garden storage - as these ideas demonstrate!
28 April 2015

8 of the best buys for a Mexican-inspired party
In honour of the major Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo, we've rounded up colourful homewares, perfect for a suitable celebration
24 April 2015

Top 8 Alice in Wonderland home accessories
Inspired by the anniversary of Lewis Carroll's classic, we've rounded up the best Alice in Wonderland-inspired home accessories
24 April 2015
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Gardening: What to do in May
Just in time for the near-arrival of May, our horticultural expert Ambra Edwards has revealed exactly what you should be doing in your garden and what shows aren't to be missed
24 April 2015

Textile designer Clarissa Hulse on making a house a home
Leading textile designer Clarissa Hulse knows a thing or two about creating beautiful interiors, so we've picked her brains for her top tips on making a house a happy home!
21 April 2015

5 top tips for creating a fun-filled Summer party
Brand new website Hello Party! has just launched, and they're here to help with our Summer party preparations. Here are a few of their top tips for fabulous festivities...
21 April 2015

7 things to do in your garden in April
As the glorious weather keeps rolling in, let's devote more time to the great outdoors, whether with a spot of gardening or a fabulous flower show!
16 April 2015

Top 5 Kitchen Garden Cafes to visit in Britain
Tania Pascoe, the author of new book Wild Garden Weekends, shares the best wild gardens, meadows and kitchen garden cafes from all across Britain!
16 April 2015

8 of the best Spring home fragrances
From scented candles to reed diffusers, fill your home with these gorgeous Spring fragrances! We've got a scent for everyone, from florals and citrus notes to the scent of the seaside.
16 April 2015

Sofa.com launches new designer dog bed with Fenella Smith
If you're looking for a stylish place for your pooch to sleep, Sofa.com's new Cecil dog bed may be the solution
10 April 2015

Sarah Raven's top tips for creating a happier home
Gardening guru Sarah Raven tells us how we can make both our home and gardens happy spaces with just a few easy steps
10 April 2015
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8 of the best picnic baskets for Summer
As the days get ever lighter and sunnier, make sure you're prepared to dine alfresco with our round up of brilliant picnic baskets!
10 April 2015

Amanda Lamb: making your house a home
Presenter Amanda Lamb shares expert tips on how to make your house a home, plus how to maximise its selling potential.
08 April 2015

Stylish storage and decluttering tips from West Elm's Vanessa Holden
The inspiring Creative Director of West Elm, Vanessa Holden, has given us her top tips on decluttering and storage - the stylish way!
07 April 2015

Chris Beardshaw's top Spring garden tips
Teaming up with Philips Outdoor Lighting, gardening expert Chris Beardshaw shared these handy tips and tricks to show us how we can all make the most of our outdoor space.
07 April 2015

8 of the best fruity home accessories
From watermelons to pineapples, fruit is definitely having a moment in homeware - we've rounded up a few of our favourite accessories to get you in the mood for Summer!
01 April 2015

Top tips and home trend ideas from designer Ali Munro
Designer Ali Munro has collaborated with Heritage Bathrooms, and we couldn’t wait to get a few tips, tricks and trend forecasts from her!
31 March 2015

Anthea Turner on how to give your home a detox
The TV presenter turned clean-up queen has storage in every corner - here she reveals a few of her top tips for getting your home in order!
27 March 2015

10 of the best green home accessories
Embrace all shades of green with our round-up of eye-catching home accessories
17 March 2015
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