Christmas
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This couple has transformed a plain new build with a self-built extension, and it’s especially magical at ChristmasLight, bright and packed with festive sparkle
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Molly Mae has made me reconsider how I decorate my home for Christmas after I spotted her Christmas tree placement – I think she’s onto somethingI'm filling my home with Christmas this year
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Don’t listen to anyone who tells you to give your Christmas cactus sugar water – use this type of fertiliser insteadIt can do more harm than good
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Quick! If you still haven’t got a Christmas doormat yet, these gingerbread house designs will get you in the festive spirit for as little as £4Last Christmas, everybody was DIYing their gingerbread house doormats – but this year, you don't have to
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4 things I always use to make a guest room smell incredible at Christmas – get ready for the compliments to flood inForget scented candles, these are the scenting secret weapons I use
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I swapped a traditional wreath for a living one this Christmas and it'll be brightening my door well into the new year – here's how I made itWith cheery festive blooms and greenery, this DIY wreath is super-easy to make
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This simple and easy update turns the nostalgic paper chain into elevated Christmas decor – ‘velvet instantly drags it into grown-up territory’I’m seeing these chains all over Instagram and TikTok – and I’m tempted to give it a go myself
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I'm not letting a lumpy guest bed ruin Christmas – this is how I'm making the mattress in my guest bedroom more comfortableThis mattress might have seen better days, but that doesn't mean I can't make it more comfy
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Things you’re forgetting to clean that are making your house STINK this Christmas – and yes, your tree is one of them!Don't want your guests to smell horrible lingering odours? Read this
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‘Opera Aesthetic’ might be Pinterest’s trend prediction for 2026, but I think it’s perfect for festive gatherings – this is how to embrace the look this ChristmasI’m already seeing this hosting trend everywhere this festive season
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This Christmas houseplant out-blooms all the others, say experts – here's how to make its flowers last into the new yearIt's easy to grow, too
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Richard E. Grant has the most eclectic Christmas decor I’ve ever seen, and I can’t stop thinking about itIt's like an explosion of Christmas
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Pretty but practical Christmas gifts your friends and family will *actually* use – they’ll tackle clutter, rather than add itSpoil your loved ones by NOT cluttering their homes
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People are using bottles of prosecco to store their Christmas lights, and I’m only jealous I didn’t think of it firstIt's my new favourite festive storage hack
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This calm and elegant new build home has been given a magical makeover for Christmas‘It’s amazing to see the house sparkle with Christmas magic'
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5 of the best Christmas plants with berries – expert-approved picks for showstopping festive displaysBeautyberries, hawthorn and more
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This cosy cottage has 'Christmas retreat' nailedIt blends vintage charm with soft hues and abundant natural wood for a warm and timeless feel
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How to get rid of old Christmas decorations – this is the best way to send your unwanted baubles to a new homeHere's everything you need to know
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What gardeners really want for Christmas – experts share the gardening gifts they are giving (and hoping to receive)'Tis the season to be jolly, so make sure everyone has a smile on their face with these genuinely excellent gift ideas...
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Experts are applauding Stacey Solomon for giving her children their own Christmas tree – you can do it too, with this £4 space-saving tree from ArgosIt's all about letting your little ones express themselves creatively
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These handy clips from Amazon will hang your Christmas lights invisibly, and leave no marks when you have to take them downYou can pick them up for less than £5!
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I made my own festive hanging basket and it's the easiest outdoor Christmas upgrade to add the perfect finishing touchBring some festive colour and cheer to your front garden with an easy DIY hanging basket
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Wrendale's garden kneeler changed the way I garden – it's so comfortable, and beautifully designedIt makes the perfect Christmas gift
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Ideal Home’s Editor-in-Chief is embracing ‘Kitschmas’ this year – I think her anti-trend tree deserves a place on your festive moodboardWe're embracing the playful side of Christmas decorating at Ideal Home HQ
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I’ve searched high and low for the best Christmas lights – these are the prettiest and most original designs you can still shop now
Christmas decor is quickly selling out this year – but these stylish and fun Christmas lights are still available to buy
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Ruth Langsford's clever bauble storage trolley makes decorating (and packing away) so much easier – and there's £60 off it right nowIt's the Christmas storage upgrade we all need
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How to remove common Christmas stains from carpets and upholstery – quick hacks for tackling everything from chocolate to gravy stainsKeep your home stain-free this festive season
