Christmas
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I've made my Christmas tree 'smart' this year – you can too using one of these genius gadgets
Add one of these smart home buys to get so much more out of your lighting setup
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6 of the best outdoor Christmas plants for colour, texture and fragrance over the festive season
A few unusual ones in here...
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Clodagh McKenna’s festive decorated garden pub is so charming – I’m using its rustic and cosy design as inspiration for my home this Christmas
The celebrity chef has created a cosy wonderland
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How I did a pre-Christmas toy clear-out and got the kids on board – what to keep, toss and donate
This quick toy sort will make a little extra space before the big day
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I’m seeing this cosy, minimalist Christmas decor trend everywhere right now – and these are the best places to pick one up
Or pick up two, three or four
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You’re not ready for Stacey Dooley’s ‘ghost tree’! The documentary maker just revealed her second tree for the season, and fans are obsessed
It’s giving ghostmas
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5 of the best Christmas plants to send as gifts – these festive houseplants are sure to make a loved one smile
Christmas amaryllis, cyclamen and more
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I'm a kitchen editor with expensive taste - but this is the £16 Christmas gift I'm buying for everyone this year
Family and friends, look away
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Jamie Laing is having a Ralph Lauren Christmas! The star has put his spin on one of the biggest festive trends of the season, and the result is stunning
Jamie Laing and Sophie Haboo’s tree effortlessly combines festive nostalgia with luxe elegance
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These bestselling £20 net lights from Amazon will transform your garden into a winter wonderland in no time
Cut the faff!
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Monty Don reveals his favourite Christmas tree variety – and his expert tip for choosing the best one
'Tis the season to be confused about Christmas trees, but this is how to tell the most popular varieties apart
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I’m calling it, Stacey Solomon’s Christmas doorscape is the best of the season – her humongous XL bow makes it a showstopper
She's proved that traditional, cosy Christmas decor can be elevated with a few maximalist details
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The invisible trick I use to hang a wreath on my wooden front door - I've tried several 'no-nails' tricks, but this is the one I always come back to
The trick is in the nail placement and thread choice
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Stacey Dooley’s jaw-dropping Christmas tree champions one of the biggest festive trends – 'Tinsel is making a return to even the most stylish homes’
It's a tinsel Christmas!
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Tesco is giving away hundreds of real Christmas trees for free this weekend – everything you need to know, plus how to get your hands on one
These trees are 'perfectly imperfect'
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5 of the best Christmas plants for a front porch – give guests a festive welcome
Familiar favourites, unique blooms and more
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M&S is selling a cosy light-up cushion for Christmas – but you’ll have to be fast, as I predict this festive design will be an instant bestseller
I thought I had finished my Christmas shopping until I spotted this stunning home buy
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The 7 kitchen appliances to deep-clean before Christmas – experts say it’s key to a fuss-free festive period
A little preparation now will make Christmas cooking, hosting and cleaning far smoother
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I’m using the Reverse Advent decluttering method to sort out my home for Christmas – experts say one small task a day can make a huge difference
Get your home guest-ready with minimal effort
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The secret scenting weapon I use every year to make my artificial Christmas tree smell real
Think you can't beat the scent of a real tree? You've not tried this trick
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I'm Ideal Home's Editor-in-Chief and these are my top 20 Christmas gifts for under £20 – my fave stocking fillers and low-cost style buys
Budget-friendly home must-haves that look anything but cheap
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5 ways to stop your Christmas tree from dropping its needles straight away – this is where you're going wrong
Battling with a Christmas tree that won't stop dropping needles? Here are potential causes and what to do to stop it
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Tis the season for festive colour schemes! Experts say these are the 5 combinations you should embrace this Christmas
From traditional hues to bright motifs, there’s something for everyone
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3 hosting mistakes to avoid this Christmas so that your kitchen stays organised and stylish – plus, the 3 tips to follow instead
It will make any event run smoothly
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Building a house from scratch isn't easy but it's definitely worth the hardship, especially at Christmas
This stunning home is solid proof
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Shirlie Kemp has decorated her greenhouse for Christmas, and the result is magical – it’s a joyous trend every gardener should try this festive season
This could be the best Christmas decorating idea yet
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5 things the pros always do when buying a real Christmas tree from a supermarket – it could cost you a fresh, healthy tree if you don’t
Take these tips with you to your next big shop
