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How I saved money by reorganising my fridge – I’ve already noticed a huge saving on my energy bills and weekly shopSorting out my fridge freezer has immediately saved me money and energy
By Amy Reeves
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This simple winter planter is how I'm adding colour and life to my garden in JanuaryAdding cold-weather favourites to winter planters will brighten up the garden no end when the weather is gloomy
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 cleaning and DIY jobs I always do when putting away my Christmas decorations to make the transition into the new year easierI like to set myself up for a calm January, knowing these tasks are done
By Amy Reeves
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Would I choose a range cooker again? My honest review after five yearsHere’s what half a decade of cooking, cleaning and running a range cooker has taught me
By Linda Clayton
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The 5-7-9 rule could squirrel-proof your bird feeder – here's what the numbers mean'It makes a big difference both to the wellbeing of birds'
By Sophie King
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Don’t bin your pine needles this winter – 3 ways to reuse dropped Christmas tree needles in your gardenChristmas tree shedding quicker than you can say, 'O Tanenbaum'? Here's how to put those pine needles to good use
By Kayleigh Dray
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I've just discovered wheelie bin compactors – and they're a Christmas rubbish game-changerThe bin solution I didn't know existed and it's genius for over Christmas
By Jenny McFarlane
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Your Christmas lights could be causing a harmful ‘false dawn' effect for birds3 crucial tips from wildlife experts
By Sophie King
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Don't let your houseplants dry out while you're away at Christmas! These simple tips will keep them hydrated and healthyTake care of your houseplants while you're away over the holidays with our expert-approved care and watering advice
By Lisa Fazzani
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Experts swear by these sneaky ways to hide clutter when guests are on the way – you'll wish you knew about them soonerNeed to get your house guest-ready but short on time? Experts share the cleverest ways to hide clutter this Christmas
By Rebecca Lawton
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This is how to paint IKEA furniture like a pro – experts reveal all the tools, techniques and processes essential to making your DIY project a successIt's all you need to transform your flatpack furniture beyond recognition with little more than paint
By Holly Walsh
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How to easily extend your dining table for Christmas without buying a new one – this purchase from a DIY store will change everythingWondering how to fit everyone around the Christmas dinner table?
By Holly Reaney
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These are the best ways to provide wildlife with warmth and shelter over the winter monthsTurn your garden into a winter retreat for animals
By Sophie King
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The one spot that makes a dehumidifier better at stopping window condensation – experts reveal the ideal setupThe simple placement tweak that can dramatically reduce window condensation
By Jenny McFarlane
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This is the best spot for a poinsettia, according to Feng Shui – and no, it isn’t the living roomIt's said to welcome guests and promote festive cheer
By Sophie King
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How to create a temporary guest bedroom that still feels welcoming over ChristmasConverting a home office, living room or snug into a guest bedroom in advance of hosting over Christmas? These are the things you must do
By Holly Reaney
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Don’t listen to anyone who tells you to give your Christmas cactus sugar water – use this type of fertiliser insteadIt can do more harm than good
By Sophie King
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This £30 stair basket has quietly fixed the clutter that always builds up on our stairs – it's made such a big differenceIt's an easy hallway fix that makes everyday mess on our staircase feel manageable
By Jenny McFarlane
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This Christmas houseplant out-blooms all the others, say experts – here's how to make its flowers last into the new yearIt's easy to grow, too
By Sophie King
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'These little hotspots are touched constantly but rarely cleaned' – the one cleaning job people forget before guests arrive (and why it matters in flu season)The small surfaces hiding big germs...
By Jenny McFarlane
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5 of the best Christmas plants with berries – expert-approved picks for showstopping festive displaysBeautyberries, hawthorn and more
By Sophie King
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The best winter plants for wildlife – 5 shrubs, trees and flowers that provide food and shelterBuild birds and insects the perfect winter menu
By Sophie King
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I made my own festive hanging basket and it's the easiest outdoor Christmas upgrade to add the perfect finishing touchBring some festive colour and cheer to your front garden with an easy DIY hanging basket
By Lisa Fazzani
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Experts reveal how to *properly* clean laminate flooring – and how to keep it sparkling and scuff-free for years to comeHint: You should definitely put your mop away
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is one of the biggest silent Christmas cactus killers in the home – and it could ruin your plant’s flowersNip any damage in the bud...
By Sophie King
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The 5 things people with always warm homes have – beat the chill and stock up on these essentialsQuick fixes that you could add in under an hour
By Holly Reaney
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6 of the best outdoor Christmas plants for colour, texture and fragrance over the festive seasonA few unusual ones in here...
By Sophie King


