News Archive | January 2026

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January 31st
- George Home's new 'crafted calm' collection is full of designer and high-end lookalikes – these are my 6 top picks, starting at just £4
- Birdscaping is the secret tool wildlife experts are using to attract more birds to their gardens – here’s the easy way you can do it, too
- Dunelm's 2-in-1 oil spray and pourer is the ultimate air fryer accessory – why I predict this £5 buy is bound to sell out
- Gardeners are being warned against making this 1 hydrangea mistake in winter – it will cost you your summer blooms
January 30th
- Could Philips new bean-to-cup machine kill off pod coffee machines forever? The Baristina is the best-looking machine I've seen for £300
- I can’t stop thinking about Victoria Beckham’s ‘sexy’ reading nook – it’s all the inspo I need to nail 2026’s breakout trend
- Swyft is increasing their prices from next week – so if you’ve had your eye on their sofa or a sofa bed, now’s the time to commit
- IKEA has just soft-launched loads of clever smart home products that will save you money at home – these are the two I’m most excited about
January 29th
- I have serious rug envy after seeing Habitat's latest SS25 collection – 6 stunning picks to elevate your home
- Want to join Ideal Home's Open House platform? We're looking for new voices to add to our growing community
- Coffee machines are taking wedding registry lists by storm in 2026 – these are the 5 top sellers on the UK’s biggest gift list service
- I’ve just found out I’ve been storing my scented candles all wrong – the 6 home storage buys I’m investing in to improve scent and longevity
January 28th
- I battle window condensation daily in our Victorian home – and this compact Debenhams dehumidifier is finally helping
- Dunelm just dropped a unique rechargeable lighting range – I’ve never seen wireless lamps like these for under £40
- After seeing Binky Felstead’s frilly fabric lights, I never want to see cold kitchen lighting again – they create the right amount of character and charm
- Prue Leith's wall of utensils is the star of her Cotswolds kitchen – it turns practical storage into a statement feature and is easy to replicate
- M&S has countless stylish lighting designs on sale right now – but this is the statement floor lamp I can’t stop thinking about
January 27th
- This stunning confetti glass cake stand from Next is finally back in stock – be quick, you don’t want to miss it again
- Nigella Lawson was converted to using an air fryer thanks to this under £100 Amazon model with a standout feature – after initially shunning them altogether
- Habitat shoppers are raving about this £20 bedroom storage solution – it's just convinced me to ditch my freestanding wardrobe
- ‘I couldn’t believe how much gunge it removed!’ – this £6.99 Amazon bestseller will clean your fridge and keep your food fresher for longer
- I’m a Room Decor Editor with Soho Home taste and a high-street budget – but these 12 new M&S launches have satisfied my high-end craving
- B&M’s Brunch Club homeware is so popular, it’s already selling for double the price on Vinted – I’ve tracked down some affordable alts that look even better
January 26th
- Ninja's stylish Blendboss tumbler duo just dropped in the UK – this blender looks like a Stanley Cup and a NutriBullet had a baby
- Dunelm’s storage options are better than ever – and I’m adding these space-saving clothes organisers to my basket before they sell out
- This clever cheese grater is so good, I can’t believe I ever lived without it – and it has thousands of glowing reviews to back it up
January 25th
- Sorry, Oliver Bonas, George Home is my new go-to place to shop for cute and colourful homeware – these top affordable picks prove it
- Wildlife experts want you to dig a patch of soil in your garden this month – robins will thank you for it
January 24th
- Victoria Beckham is using this unexpected neutral as a ‘red thread’ throughout her home – it makes her space look effortlessly elegant
- Dunelm is selling a £7 jug that cooks pasta without a hob or microwave – it's the most low-effort method I've seen
January 23rd
- IKEA has brought back its most iconic shelves from the 80s – the OG versions sell for £1000s at auction, but you can now buy the cult design for £129
- I’m on a mission to make my home a calming, peaceful space in 2026, and this affordable home brand is the secret weapon I’m using to do it
- This revolutionary toaster has a full toast shade menu, so you can pick out your perfect toastiness level – forget burnt bagels forever
- William Morris At Home has just launched the prettiest collection of cleaning products – with an iconic bottle you won’t want to miss
- Lidl is selling a CrockPot slow cooker for under £30 – I’ve been using this model for over 6 years, and it’s my favourite kitchen appliance
January 22nd
- Mediterranean bathrooms are a big trend for 2026 – these new holiday-inspired picks from H&M Home nail the trend
- Stacey Solomon has just put me onto the cleverest cake tins that will stop your sponge from sticking – every home baker needs one
- I’m not surprised Dunelm’s new fridge organisers are selling out so quickly – they’ll tidy your fridge and keep your food fresher for longer
- Step aside, bar carts; dessert trolleys are having a huge revival in 2026 – and they’re quickly shaping up to be the most Instagrammable trend
January 21st
- RIP brown, blue is the hottest colour of 2026, and no one is using this calming hue better than Primark’s spring collection
- I'm making nights in extra cosy with Aldi's heart-shaped mini casseroles – they're perfect for the air fryer and available for just £12.99
- Bow bedding, step aside! Next’s croissant bedding is the cutest set I’ve seen – and it comes in cosy brushed cotton to keep you warm all winter long
January 20th
- How to add Ideal Home as a 'preferred source' on Google – so you can stay up to date with all our latest content
- Upholstered headboards are the key to a stylish bedroom in 2026, and Habitat's designer-look version is one of the best I've seen for a star price
- I've fallen in love with this striped M&S brushed cotton bedding set – cosy, comforting, and under £16, no wonder it's flying off the shelves
- Pinterest just revealed the year-defining colour palette for 2026 – this is how interior designers recommend using these 5 shades in your home
- Stacey Solomon's new hydrangea-inspired collection with George Home has us excited for spring already – 6 buys you don't want to miss out on
January 19th
- ‘Joyspanning’ is set to be a huge trend in 2026 – 5 ways interior design experts are making their homes more joyful this year
- ‘Cheap’ filler ingredients in bird feed are harming your garden birds – ingredient red flags to look out for, according to wildlife experts
January 18th
- Aldi has loads of clever cleaning products hitting the middle aisle – but it’s this £17 handheld vacuum that impressed me the most
- The White Company just dropped some of the best-looking wireless wall lights I've ever seen – they're simple, stylish and effortlessly chic
January 17th
- Stacey Dooley’s living room is effortlessly cool – this one Scandi feature truly makes it stand out
- All of my friends are jealous of the faux fur heated throw I've been staying cosy under during the cold snap – and it's now on sale
- My new electric mug has saved me from buying any takeaway coffees in January – it's completed my at-home coffee set up
- This retro, energy-saving decor trend is having a huge comeback – Next’s Scandi-style offerings are the best I’ve seen
January 16th
- Move over, brass hardware – these 2 trendy metals will look better in a kitchen in 2026
- Lakeland has taken inspiration from Our Place's incredible Titanium Always Pan with its own extremely affordable £35 version
- Stacey Solomon has been raving about this £100 Shark Vacuum Mop – it helps the laziest of cleaners achieve spotless floors
January 15th
- Jamie Oliver's simple slow cooker tip just helped me stop a mistake I've been making for years – it's what you need to hear in batch cooking season
- Dunelm's new silicone dishwasher bags are so smart, I can’t believe I’ve lived without them – they’re ideal for securing small utensils
January 14th
- Experts are urging people to avoid these 4 popular social media heating hacks, warning they will do more harm than good
- Ceramic colanders are the new must-have kitchen accessory – cookware experts say they could be the key to healthier cooking
- My friends all thought this compartmented chopping board was super expensive – it's actually a genius £7.99 Aldi star buy
- I’m NOT decluttering my wardrobe this year – this is the easy and chic approach I’m taking instead
January 13th
- My kitchen storage has been saved time and time again by Joseph Joseph – my favourite organisation buys are now on sale
- Aldi’s selling a £5.99 alternative to one of The White Company’s cult heating buys – it’s a winter essential this January
- 'I wish I had bought two!' – Dunelm's cosy Teddy Bear bedding is now on sale, and with prices under £5, it's selling out fast
- Colour expert reveals how to avoid a ‘hostile colour palette’ when using bold shades in a home – ‘It’s not about a single colour being angry’
- I’ve been seeing this stylish £30 IKEA floor lamp all over my Instagram feed – it’s already selling out online
January 12th
- Aldi's £20 'wellness' lamp promises to be your secret weapon to beat the winter blues – at a fraction of the price of similar SAD lamps
- IKEA’s most Instagram-worthy table lamp has had a clever new upgrade for 2026 – I see a future cult-classic in the making
- 6 common household items you need to declutter right now – experts warn they’re secretly making you miserable
January 11th
- I’ve got serious kitchen envy after spotting Molly Mae’s brilliantly organised pantry – I’m using it as inspiration to sort my own shelves this January
- This new robot vacuum cleaner will make your home smell like a spa – it’s the hands-free hero you didn’t know you needed
- Experts issue electric blanket warning as temperatures drop – and it could lead to a very costly mistake
- Yale has dropped a front door lock that requires no key to open – I can’t decide if I love it or hate it
January 10th
- I’m not usually a fan of animal print – but I’m obsessed with this M&S table lamp that just dropped
- I’m using this famous William Morris principle to declutter my home in 2026 – here’s what the pros have advised me to do
- This unusual flower looks exactly like a Demogorgon – and yes, Stranger Things fans, it is possible to grow one here in the UK
- Have you tried 'zoned heating'? Heating experts are recommending this easy and efficient method to keep your home warm in winter
January 9th
- Art Deco is having a huge comeback this year, and Habitat is the best place to shop this opulent style on a budget – my 6 top picks
- I regularly check IKEA’s new-in section – these are the budget, designer-look pieces that are going to be instant hits
- My biggest home obsession is stylish lighting, and M&S just dropped 6 stunning lamps guaranteed to brighten your home in 2026
January 8th
- Aldi is selling the ultimate dream team for drying laundry quickly in winter – grab them while you can
- Practical purchases can be pretty too – Salter’s new colourful scales are bringing joy to my kitchen this January
- You need to stop closing your window vents in winter – experts reveal you're doing more harm than good
January 7th
- I’m breaking my no-spend month to invest in these stunning mugs from M&S – they look so good, your guests won't believe they were £4
- Lidl’s bladeless fan heater is more than £300 cheaper than Dyson – it’s perfect for helping you beat the freeze this January
January 6th
- B&M is having a huge 10p sale across homeware, furniture, electronics and more – this is everything you need to know
- Lidl is selling a super-cosy electric blanket for just £20 – I've tested it, and it's the most budget-friendly solution I've found for staying warm
- Kelly Hoppen’s new M&S scented candle is the perfect budget alternative for one of my favourite high-end candles – it’s £150 cheaper!
- Aldi is selling a sleek, stylish air fryer for under £35 – it’s perfect for nailing your healthy New Year’s resolutions in 2026
January 5th
- Lidl is selling a £50 dehumidifier that’s a must-have for damp homes – run, don’t walk to get your hands on one
- Decluttering experts are recommending the Core 4 organising method to clear out homes in 2026 – it makes the chore a stress-free experience
- I’m saying goodbye to messy, unorganised bookshelves in 2026 – these are the two Amazon organisation heroes I’m using to do it
January 4th
- Heal's bestselling sofa bed hides a *king-size* sleeping area – and it's on sale for the lowest price I've ever seen it at
January 3rd
- Lidl is selling the cutest Cath Kidston bird feeders for under £5 – they’re a must-have for adding colour to your winter garden
- John Lewis predicts a 'super-size' trend is set to hit bedrooms in 2026 – and it will deliver better sleep, according to experts