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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The M&S best selling light up candle is back for Christmas - but you’ll have to act quickly as it’s expected to sell out
It's begining to look a lot like Christmas...
By Kezia Reynolds
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The White Company advent calendar is back with a striking new design
Countdown to Christmas in style
By Tamara Kelly
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John Lewis' online Christmas shop is open! These are the baubles we're sure will sell out fast
Is it ever too early for a little Christmas cheer?
By Sara Hesikova
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The everyday household items you can use to store Christmas decorations safely, easily and for free
These tricks will ensure your decor stays in pristine shape without buying a thing
By Amy Hunt
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When should I take my Christmas tree down? The best date to put decorations away, according to experts
The pros take the guesswork out of the best time to get rid of your Christmas tree – taking both tradition and practicality into account
By Amy Hunt
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This beautiful Victorian townhouse is the epitome of timeless elegance, and is full of sparkle for Christmas
This interior stylist has decorated her home in a timeless style that will grow with her family
By Nicky Phillips
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How to fold a napkin into a bow – bring the bow trend to your Christmas table
Bows are the biggest trend of this Christmas season – and this is how you can easily make your napkin into one
By Sara Hesikova
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How to keep calm when cooking Christmas dinner this year - experts share their tried-and-tested tricks
The only thing that should be steaming is the pudding…
By Andrea Childs
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This viral vintage-inspired trend will elevate your Christmas table setting – and it’s so easy
Butter moulds are this hosting season's biggest trend – this is how to replicate this vintage-inspired look
By Sara Hesikova
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3 ways to elevate shop-bought Christmas crackers – making them look more expensive, stylish and personal
Why not personalise your crackers with these easy hacks and wow your guests?
By Sara Hesikova
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Air fryer Christmas dinner hacks to take the stress out of cooking and allow you to enjoy the big day
Who needs to spend the whole day in the kitchen when you have an air fryer?
By Lauren Bradbury
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As a stylist I've wrapped thousands of gifts for shoots – and these are my top tips
Gift wrap like a pro and impress family and friends with perfectly wrapped presents this season
By Laurie Davidson
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How to repot a Christmas cactus for a thriving plant long after the festive season
The step-by-step guide to repotting a Christmas cactus as advised by experts
By Sara Hesikova
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The 5 things guests always notice when they enter a home - how to use them to make a good impression
If you're hosting this Christmas these are the things that your guests will notice
By Amy Hunt
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3 DIY Christmas tree planter ideas to elevate your festive decor using things you already have at home
How to make a DIY Christmas tree planter that will elevate your tree and your home
By Sara Hesikova
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Kim Kardashian has set an unexpected bathroom Christmas trend, giving the often neglected room its own tree
The bathroom is the most neglected room when it comes to Christmas decor – but no more, all thanks to Kim Kardashian
By Sara Hesikova
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Wellness Christmas gifts - give the gift of calm this festive season
Treat your loved ones to a little bit of 'me time' with one of these gorgeous wellness Christmas gifts
By Ginevra Benedetti
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How to add festive flair to your doorways with a Christmas door arch
Wow guests at every doorway with a festive (and more importantly, easy) Christmas door arch
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to dispose of a Christmas tree - Five easy ways to recycle your tree
Not sure what to do with your real tree once December is over? Here are some smart ways to dispose of it sustainably
By Rebecca Knight
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Are you burning your cut poinsettia stems? According to experts you really should be
This unconventional hack can make your cut poinsettia flowers last for up to 3 weeks
By Sara Hesikova
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How to choose and care for real Christmas trees this December
Everything you need to know about choosing the perfect real Christmas tree - and keeping it alive
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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You've been hanging your Christmas tree lights all wrong – this viral TikTok hack is the secret to a twinkling masterpiece
Fancy a merrier and brighter display? Try this Christmas tree lights
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to store Christmas decorations to keep them in perfect condition
Avoid shoving yours into a cupboard this year and put a proper storage system in place…
By Jennifer Ebert
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This is the Christmas tree trend celebrities are going wild for this year – Stacey Dooley included
The fun and eclectic Christmas tree look is the biggest high-profile festive trends of the season
By Sara Hesikova
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This Instagrammer just demonstrated how to make the perfect bows like a pro – and nail the Christmas tree bow trend
How to make perfect bows for your Christmas tree like a pro with this easy hack
By Sara Hesikova
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How to hang stockings in your home - including the best approach if you don’t have a fireplace
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without stockings
By Lauren Bradbury
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Martin Lewis reveals the cost of running Christmas lights - and it all depends on the type of lights you have
Are our twinkling lights expensive to enjoy over December?
By Amy Hunt