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I realised I was saving my nicest things for people who don't live hereNow I use the things I love every single day.
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We wanted our new extension to look like it had always been there – here's how we did itThis forgotten outbuilding has been given a new life
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I was embarrassed by my unfinished home until someone else photographed itI thought the wonky walls, scratched floors and unfinished projects would be all they saw – I couldn't have been more wrong
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Ask Lucy: From can't-live-without cleaning products to what to do with a soiled sofaSolving your cleaning queries one at a time
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I avoided rugs for years as a mum of 2 and cat owner – here’s what finally made me give inAnd it turned out to be the ultimate missing design detail
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I spent 6 months cooking on a camping stove – here’s why my new kitchen was worth the chaosWhen you are spending so much on a renovation, every choice feels like a risk
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Why I'm stepping away from 'click now, next day delivery' shopping for goodTrading it for independent quality, personal service, and unique finds will completely change how you shop
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My home took 5 years to feel finished – and I’m glad I didn’t rush itFrom decorating mistakes to slow upgrades, this is what I’ve learnt about creating a home that feels personal
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The £1,000 phone call that saved our dream kitchenI ignored my own professional advice, trusted the wrong people and nearly lost the marble I'd spent months choosing
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I can’t paint my rental, but this simple decorating trick makes all the differenceMy secret weapon for adding character and creating cosy corners
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I tried dozens of eco swaps – these are the ones that actually work better than plasticI tried living with less plastic – these five swaps surprised me
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I only ever finish 85% of every DIY project – and I've stopped feeling guilty about itI've finally made peace with never quite finishing
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We turned our old outside loo into the most beautiful spot in our gardenThis forgotten outbuilding has been given a new life
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We moved to the countryside with three pets – now we've lost countHow rescue hens, ducks and geese became part of our family
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I'd never gardened before – these were the unexpected lessons I learnt in my first weekendFrom surprise workouts to better moods and aching muscles
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I recreated the boutique hotel look in my bedroom – without copying itI borrowed these design tricks to transform my space
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I'm renovating my third bathroom – and I'm finally doing these things differentlyI'll never be using white grout again, for one!
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After only buying vintage art, I’m now committed to buying more art directly from artistsI have a new appreciation for artists, especially those just starting out
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Why I ignored everyone’s advice when designing my tiny 2×2m bathroomYou might just find that the conventional choices are the crazy ones after all
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How to look at Everything differently and unlock your forever interior styleThe instinct behind what we love is ultimately deeply value-led
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I was convinced florals weren't my thing – now they're all over my homeI used to avoid floral prints at all costs, but one bold wallpaper changed everything
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We bought our dream home – but couldn't afford the furnitureWe'd finally bought the cottage we'd always wanted, but with almost nothing left to furnish it. Looking back, I'm grateful we had to take our time
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Everyone thought we were mad for saving these old bricks – now they're the making of our gardenThree years after painstakingly cleaning every reclaimed brick by hand, we're finally putting them to work
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I transformed my dated staircase in a weekend – this simple DIY transformed my whole hallwayEven my teenage children gave it their seal of approval!
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I’ve been a homeowner for 4 years and these are the little luxuries I think are worth splurging onFrom bin bags to bed linen, some of these might surprise you!
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Unpopular opinion – stop painting small rooms whiteIt's time to stop playing it safe with colour
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How I used AI to upholster a stool – it gave me the confidence I was lackingDiscovering how to use AI as a tool for DIY, rather than a replacement for creativity
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I may no longer be able to travel, but that’s OK, because I turned my home into my ‘Go To Destination’I’ve adapted my plans by creating a place I’m happy and content to be
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How I source unique gems on Vinted to make my home stand outWhile a quick high-street fix is always tempting, a truly interesting home thrives on eclecticism
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Everything I know about renovations – after a very steep learning curve!There's been disbelief and bewilderment, happiness and regret, acceptance and personal growth
