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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IKEA’s LED Christmas tree is made entirely of fairy lights – and it’s perfect for small spaces,It's an excellent, festive choice for anyone short on space
By Kezia Reynolds
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Where to buy Christmas decorations – the top 11 brands I’d recommend as a Room Decor EditorNo matter your style or budget, you're going to find the best brand for you on this list
By Sara Hesikova
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I spent hours searching through Amazon’s Christmas decorations – these are my top 20 affordable picksAnd with Prime Day, right now is the perfect time to shop
By Sara Hesikova
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I compared Grind and Nespresso’s 2026 coffee advent calendars – here’s which one I think makes the better giftA rundown of the coffee calendars of the moment
By Molly Cleary
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Are we set for the cheesiest Christmas ever?! These foodie baubles are this year's unexpected Christmas decor trendThey're already selling out – but these top 12 picks are still available to shop, for now
By Sara Hesikova
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I’ve tested the best artificial Christmas trees – these are my top 13 picks for every style and budgetFrom John Lewis to The White Company, these are the Christmas trees I'd recommend to everyone
By Sara Hesikova
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Next just dropped an XL-sized bow decoration which you can put up nowAnd it nails one of the biggest festive trends of this year
By Sara Hesikova
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Next has just dropped two more stylish tree skirts – and they look even better than the viral gingerbread designThey’ll add a warm, cosy glow to your festive decor this winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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John Lewis’ viral Harry Styles mouse Christmas decoration is already sold out – these are the perfect alternativesThe retailer's Christmas decs are already selling out, as expected
By Sara Hesikova
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These are the 5 Christmas buys that always sell out come October – so snap them up fastI've seen these go out of stock early year after year – so don't make the mistake of waiting
By Sara Hesikova
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I got my hands on the two best luxury advent calendars from Jo Malone and Diptyque – this is the one I think you should buy in 2026I compared the two for the third year in a row – and even I was suprised by my verdict
By Sara Hesikova
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Next has just dropped the cutest robin bedding in time for the colder monthsWelcome the nation's favourite bird to your bedroom this winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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8 container plants that will burst into colour just in time for ChristmasThey'll create a perfect festive garden display
By Lisa Fazzani
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M&S has opened its Christmas shop – and this is the Scandi-inspired Christmas decoration all our editors are obsessed withI predict it will be one of this festive season’s ‘it’ buys
By Sara Hesikova
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Marks & Spencer's XL Christmas bows sell out early every year – this is the one I predict will be gone by OctoberIf you want to get your hands on one of these viral, sellout supersized bows, you need to be quick
By Sara Hesikova
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The John Lewis scented candle advent calendar is back – it’s already selling fast, so don’t wait to get yoursIn fact run, don't walk!
By Sara Hesikova
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These M&S light-up candles sell out every year – they’re finally back in three stunning new scentsThe cult light-up candle has had a festive new update
By Kezia Reynolds
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I know it's September, but The White Company Christmas shop is officially open, and it always sells out fast – 6 pieces you’ll regret not picking up now'Tis the season to start thinking about your Christmas decor
By Kezia Reynolds
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I got my hands on the best advent calendars of 2026 – these are the ones to shop this yearFrom budget to luxury, this guide has got an advent calendar for everyone
By Sara Hesikova
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The White Company’s bestselling advent calendar is back – and it’s better than ever beforeIt quickly sells out every year – so act fast!
By Sara Hesikova
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I know it’s only September, but Next’s viral light-up gingerbread Christmas tree skirt is back in stockIt sold out instantly last year
By Kezia Reynolds
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I know it’s still summer, but the John Lewis online Christmas shop just opened – these are my top picksThese festive baubles won't hang around for long
By Sara Hesikova
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I know it’s only August, but M&S just released foodhall-inspired Christmas decs – and the cookies are already flying off the shelvesIf you wait, you might miss out
By Sara Hesikova
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Is Christmas in July a tacky sales gimmick or a good opportunity to snap up a bargain? Help us settle the debateCall me The Grinch, I just can't get on board with Christmas in July...
By Kezia Reynolds
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What to do with your old Christmas tree to help wildlife over winter - these easy ways to reuse it in your garden will help your garden visitors long after DecemberRecycle your old Christmas tree in the garden and it could provide the local wildlife with a place to shelter, roost or feed when it's cold
By Lisa Fazzani
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I have zero systems in place for storing Christmas decorations, so I asked professional organisers how to best pack them away for next yearHelp me find my way to festive storage with the help of experts
By Amy Reeves
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Yes, you can compost your Christmas tree – but do this first if you want it to break down properlyIt makes a brilliant base if you get it right
By Sophie King


