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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How long will a real Christmas tree last? The average lifespan to help you time your tree purchase perfectlyHere's when you should be buying your Christmas tree to ensure it lasts the festive period
By Sophie King
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4 energy-saving alternatives to traditional Christmas lights that will save money and create a dazzling displayYou can still have a beautiful festive lights display without breaking the bank
By Kezia Reynolds
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'We finally got the house of our dreams and can’t wait to spend Christmas here’This home owner has indulged her passion for colour and pattern throughout
By Karen Wilson
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How to make a house look more inviting - 8 ways to quickly boost your house’s appeal in time for ChristmasMake visitors feel welcome from the second they step foot on your property
By Vanessa Richmond
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5 must-haves everyone should own for wrapping Christmas presentsThese time-saving non-negotiables will make wrapping Christmas presents one of your favourite festive tasks
By Ginevra Benedetti
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How to host a ‘friendsmas’ dinner – 9 ways to create a memorable evening for your chosen family to mark the festive seasonFriendsmas dinner should be all about creating a fun and friends-filled experience before heading off for the Christmas holidays
By Sara Hesikova
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How to dehydrate fruit in an air fryer - experts reveal the easy method to follow for wreaths and garlandsDehydrated fruit is the missing ingredient for your Christmas decorations this year
By Kezia Reynolds
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The ultimate guide to buying a real Christmas tree – the 5 most popular types, and what to look out for when selecting a treeSpruce or fir? We asked the experts...
By Sophie King
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Real Christmas tree care guide – the best ways to look after your tree this monthHere's how to keep your real Christmas tree alive this season
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Aldi is selling a £60 espresso machine for Christmas - and we've found two just as affordable alternativesIt's great news for coffee lovers...
By Kezia Reynolds
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11 Christmas decorating ideas for small spaces – because even the tiniest of rooms can be turned into a little festive wonderlandYou don’t need tons of space to go all out on your Christmas decorating ideas
By Linda Clayton
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These are the 5 places to declutter before Christmas for a peaceful festive periodA clean and tidy home is the perfect place for hosting and relaxing over Christmas
By Holly Cockburn
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I'm a cleaning expert - these are the five parts of my home I always clean at the start of December ready for ChristmasCleaning and home management expert, Lynsey Crombie, shares the areas of the home to tackle now ready for the big day
By Lynsey Crombie
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How to arrange living room furniture at Christmas – 8 ways to create an inviting and comfortable space for your guestsTurn your lounge into a cosy, welcoming space with our expert-approved tips this festive season
By Andrea Childs
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Stacey Dooley has leveled up the Christmas tree bow trend with an explosion of colour - interior designers reveal how to get the look at home‘It’s a CAMP CHRISTMAS BABY!’
By Kezia Reynolds
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It took years to restore this period property to a glamorous home that shines at ChristmasIt's magical in the festive season
By Sharon Parsons
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I've styled countless festive photo shoots - these are the 5 tricks I always use to create the perfect Scandi-style Christmas tree5 tips for decorating a Scandi-style Christmas tree like a pro
By Laurie Davidson
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Pool noodles are the unexpected festive trend sweeping social media as the easiest way to create a show-stopping Christmas floral displayThis decorating trend will turn your pool noodle into a beautiful festive creation
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 ways I use ribbon to decorate for Christmas as a home stylist - it's the ultimate low-cost, maximum-impact decoration7 ways I use ribbon to decorate for Christmas for low cost and maximum impact
By Laurie Davidson
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How to decorate a Christmas tree – the method professionals use for a flawless treeA guide to everything from the correct order of Christmas decorations to how to best arrange your ornaments
By Amy Cutmore
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M&S's stand mixer bauble is close to selling out - their playful hobby-themed range has a bauble for everyone this ChristmasLet your personality shine with this quirky trend.
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to care for a mini Christmas tree - keep your tiny Christmas tree thriving this December and beyondLearn how to care for a mini Christmas tree and transform this seasonal novelty into a statement feature to be reused year after year
By Holly Reaney
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Home Alone-core is the nostalgic interior trend you’ll want to try - interior experts reveal how to achieve a ’90s ChristmasMerry Christmas, you filthy animals...
By Kezia Reynolds
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‘We’ve given our dining room a fabulous festive makeover in time for Christmas’Painting the dining room a stylish shade of teal and adding on-trend bow decorations made all the difference
By Laurie Davidson
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Christmas smart home tech - make your home smart this seasonDiscover how to make the festive season both more practical and more magical
By Ginevra Benedetti
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How to style the 'effortlessly cool' chrome Christmas trend that we've been seeing everywhere this seasonThe easy way to add some extra style and sparkle to the festivities
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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5 professional hosts give their top tips for helping Christmas run smoothly - and making it as pretty as possibleWhen in doubt, listen to the pros
By Holly Cockburn


