Christmas Ideas
Whether you're looking to buy the best Christmas decorations or get crafty and DIY-happy this festive season, discover the best tips and tricks from Ideal Home.
Christmas
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What to do with a poinsettia plant after Christmas — 4 simple steps to help you see your plant through to next winter
Keep your plant thriving until next Christmas
By Sara Hesikova
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What to do with a wreath after Christmas — 8 creative ways to preserve, reuse and recycle real wreaths
Wondering what to do with a fresh flower and foliage wreath after Christmas? Take a look at these ideas...
By Sophie King
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How to store baubles without a storage box - 5 household items that will store ornaments safely for next year
Keep your baubles safe and secure, ready for Christmas 2025
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to reset your home after Christmas to restore a sense of calm
Follow these 7 steps to get back to normal at home and beat post-Christmas blues
By Eilidh Williams
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Every year I save money on Christmas by shopping a year ahead in the Boxing Day sales - these are the bargains I'm snapping up
We might still be in the midst of Christmas 2024, but my trick for big savings next year is to start shopping now
By Rebecca Knight
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This all-white coastal house sparkles at Christmas – it has a perfect 'mix of modern and coastal elements'
This is how it's both calming and cosy all year round
By Sara Emslie
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How to turn wrapping paper into bows for last-minute New Year's Eve decorations in 2 simple steps
Don't let your wrapping paper go to waste this year - make these beautiful bows instead
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to transition your Christmas decor for New Year’s – 7 ways to quickly swap and repurpose your festive decor
Welcome the New Year with ease and no stress
By Sara Hesikova
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How to craft the perfect festive dining space, according to design experts
The styling and hosting secrets the professionals rely on
By Jennifer Morgan
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How to make clear ice cubes – use this fool-proof method for dazzling cocktails this Christmas
This is what you need to do to achieve crystal-clear ice cubes this Christmas
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to fold napkins for Christmas – 16 creative and classic ways to easily elevate your festive tablescape
Christmas napkin folding ideas to impress your guests and family alike
By Stephanie Durrant
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'The gold kitchen island is the star of the show…our space is perfect for Christmas hosting now!'
This kitchen renovation has given these happy home owners a glam new festive cooking and entertaining space
By Karen Wilson
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How to get rid of Christmas lights - everything you need to know about safely recycling old fairy lights
Step away from the bin, there is another destination for your lights
By Kezia Reynolds
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Why are my Christmas cactus buds falling off? 5 potential causes, and what to do about them
Here are all the factors that could be causing your Christmas cactus buds to fall, according to experts
By Katie Sims
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Gardeners reveal how to recycle your wrapping paper into mulch to regulate soil temperature and prevent weeds
Give your plants a helping hand with your unwanted wrapping paper
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to elevate paper napkins for Christmas dinner – 6 ways to transform your budget paper napkins into creative festive table decor
Christmas decor doesn't need to be expensive in order to look elevated
By Sara Hesikova
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I've tracked down all of the kitchen appliances Jamie Oliver uses in Jamie Cooks Christmas
From blenders to Tefal pans
By Molly Cleary
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Does the Christmas tree boiling water hack work? Why experts are warning us to dodge this popular trick
It works, but it's risky
By Lauren Bradbury
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7 things to declutter quickly from your home before Christmas Eve – the areas to blitz if you have 10 minutes spare
Create calm before the storm by clearing out the stress-causing excess
By Vanessa Richmond
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Why is my poinsettia dropping leaves? 5 common causes and how to rescue your plant
Wondering why your poinsettia is shedding its leaves? We asked the experts...
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to sharpen a knife - 2 methods experts recommend to make carving Christmas dinner easier this year
Impress you guest with your knife skills this Christmas
By Kezia Reynolds
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Chef Jamie Oliver shares his home truths - including the one thing his Christmas would never be without
Everyone will be home for Christmas at the Oliver household!
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Struggling to find a seat for everyone this Christmas? Clever tricks to comfortably fit the whole family into your living and dining rooms this festive season
The tips experts recommend for always having those extra seats when you have guests over
By Sara Hesikova
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‘People can be a bit afraid of using wallpaper for a kitchen, but I love seeing pattern'
This home is a masterclass in how to make festive decorations work with a room's wallpaper and fabric designs
By Karen Darlow
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Why have my Christmas cactus leaves turned red? The 4 possible reasons and how to fix each of them
Restore your festive plant just in time for Christmas
By Kezia Reynolds
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If you own a cat you then need this tree skirt - it will stop any moggy-related disasters this Christmas
Cat tunnel tree skirts are changing the game this festive season
By Kezia Reynolds
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This under-used air fryer function could cut hours off your Christmas dinner cooking time on the day - here's how
If you always find yourself pushed for cooking time on Christmas Day, this air fryer setting might be the way around it
By Molly Cleary