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I was shocked how quickly this John Lewis patchwork quilt sold out – the viral hit is back in stock, but I don't think it will be for long

It's official, quilts are the new 'it' buy for the bedroom

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I just found the best-designed coffee machine we've ever tested at Ideal Home on sale in a gorgeous green colourway

'This is the most straightforward automatic bean-to-cup machine I’ve ever used'

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I'm using Monty Don's simple hydrangea trick for bigger and better blooms this summer – these are the varieties to try it on this March

This is the perfect window for deadheading these hydrangea varieties using Monty Don's top tip

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I'm an Editor with expensive taste and a small budget – this is the homeware I'm buying from the Anthropologie sale for a chic spring refresh

Pops of colour, subtle florals and plenty of pattern will rejuevante your home for the new season

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I've just found a secret stash of Our Place's cult Always Pan on sale for a bargain price – this is everything you need to know to bag one

The stunning Wonder Oven is also on sale for a star price

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More is more, but make it calm – how I’m layering patterns in our dining nook and bedroom without tipping the house into visual overload

It's less about bravery and more about balance

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I can't believe this super-slim, small-kitchen-friendly bean-to-cup coffee machine is under £450 – it's fully automatic for one-touch lattes, too

It measures just 18cm in width

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This might be the most whimsical cottage garden plant I've ever seen – it thrives in shade and damp soils

It thrives in shade and damp soils

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5 perennial plants to divide in March to fill your garden borders for free ready for summer

It's time to divide up your perennials

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I'm an H&M-obsessed editor who scours the website and app daily – these are my top homeware picks from the H&M spring sale you don't want to miss

I've hunted through the deals so you don't have to

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I’m a home energy expert and this is my foolproof way to choose the right kind of fan for your home, and why it shouldn’t just be a summer purchase

Plus, this is why it shouldn’t just be a summer purchase

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Decision fatigue is the real renovation villain – it's not about making the 'wrong' choice, it's losing confidence in the ones we’ve already made

What we didn’t expect was how mentally consuming renovating would be

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George Home's new bargain potting bench is one of the most stylish I've seen – it's perfect for small spaces and tight budgets

No garden is complete without a potting bench

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What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise too

The dos and don'ts for looking after your lawn this month

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I've finally found a storage bed that works in my small bedroom – no wonder this Habitat design has so many 5-star reviews

This bed's clever storage trick offers *exactly* the solution I need

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I’ve streamlined my spring cleaning routine with these game-changing essentials – must-have tools and products that have cut my cleaning time in half

As a Cleaning Editor who hates cleaning, you can trust me on this one

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I just found out this brand is the M&S of France – these are the 6 homeware bestsellers I’m shopping for the French look at home

My perception of this brand is now forever changed...

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5 ways to make your garden sound better for a serene and relaxing environment, according to garden experts

Do you hear that? That's the sound of a relaxing, happy garden...

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As a robot vacuum cleaner convert, this is my one piece of advice for anyone buying their first robot vacuum this spring

Still on the fence? Let me help you out

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Next is selling egg trees for Easter, and we can’t decide if they're playful and fun or a gimmicky trend – help us settle the debate

Are you onboard with the Easter tree trend?

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6 key ingredients for the ultimate quiet luxe living room – upgrade your sitting room with this easy room recipe

Use these elements to create a calm, elevated living room that's full of earthy shades and luxe materials

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How many hours a day should your heating be on in spring? I asked heating pros for the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency

It's the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency

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I’m obsessed with sample sales – how I track down wish-list homeware at a fraction of the price, plus my insider tricks and tips

The beautiful pieces I've scored for a fraction of the price

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This is the shade replacing brilliant white in your home in 2026 – it looks less stark and feels warmer and cosier

Brilliant white is on its way out this year – this is the paint shade to go for instead

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If you've got bulbs in your lawn, you'll need to be extra careful when it comes to the first mow of the year – here's when to do it, according to experts

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