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2026 is all about 'cocooning' bedrooms – the 7 bedroom decor trends shaping our sleep spaces in the new year

Transform your bedroom into a restful and nurturing space

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How I saved money by reorganising my fridge – I’ve already noticed a huge saving on my energy bills and weekly shop

Sorting out my fridge freezer has immediately saved me money and energy

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I'm ditching my induction hob - here's why I'm going back to gas in 2026

An induction hob has served me well, but I'm going back to the old faithful

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5 cleaning and DIY jobs I always do when putting away my Christmas decorations to make the transition into the new year easier

I like to set myself up for a calm January, knowing these tasks are done

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Would I choose a range cooker for my kitchen again? My honest review after five years

Here’s what half a decade of cooking, cleaning and running a range cooker has taught me

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As an interior stylist, these are the 6 things I always do when styling a dining room for a New Year's Eve party

Kick off 2026 in style with the right ingredients to ensure a space that's set for celebrating

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It’s no longer about ‘bookshelf wealth’ or ‘shelfies’ – according to John Lewis, ‘shelf esteem’ is the new it trend which is all about the shelf itself

Does your home have enough ‘shelf esteem’? The 2025 John Lewis report introduces a new decor trend

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It's taken longer than we'd planned to start turning our first house into a place that feels like home – this is how I'm going to do it

2026 is the year I make my house a home

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Can’t get to the shops? This is the only product you need to tackle Christmas stains – and it’s already under your sink

No chemicals required!

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This one houseplant can help get rid of dust in your home – it's one of the most low-maintenance and hardest plants to kill

A dustbusting plant that’s virtually unkillable? It sounds too good to be true, so I decided to give it a try…

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These are the sofa trends that are set to go out of style in 2026 – and I think some might surprise you

Experts reveal the living room seating looks that are best left in 2025

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3 ways to use Christmas tree needles around your home to make your house cleaner and smell fresher

Your tree needles are not destined for the bin

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Is it socially acceptable to bring an air fryer to Christmas dinner? Yes, if you follow these rules

A second appliance can be a big help when it comes to preparing your festive lunch

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I don’t have time to tidy my entire home before guests arrive – so, I’ve used the 5/7 decluttering method to fake a clutter-free home this Christmas

I’m working smarter and not harder to prep my home for Christmas

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Experts swear by these sneaky ways to hide clutter when guests are on the way – you'll wish you knew about them sooner

Need to get your house guest-ready but short on time? Experts share the cleverest ways to hide clutter this Christmas

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4 things that people with a tidy living room always have – and how to fake a calm, clutter-free home with minimal effort

Easy and affordable products and hacks to organise a chaotic space

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I asked organising and cleaning pros how to get a home guest-ready for Christmas in one hour – it’s entirely possible

Because you shouldn't spend the whole festive break cleaning

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The home decor trends taking over in 2026 – the new styles you're going to be obsessed with

These are the year-defining looks set to shape our homes in 2026

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Instead of having the heating on all day long, I complement my heating schedule with this one thing that keeps me cosy

It beats having the heating on all day

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Richard E. Grant has just decorated his garden for Christmas, and it’s like nothing I’ve seen before – the XL hanging baubles are sensational

The actor has nailed it this year

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This is how much it really costs to paint a kitchen – from DIY to calling in a professional, I've broken down the figures for you

A new kitchen colour scheme might be all you need

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3 reasons why you have condensation forming on the inside of your windows (and how to stop it) according to experts

You probably do this every day

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How to create a temporary guest bedroom that still feels welcoming over Christmas

Converting a home office, living room or snug into a guest bedroom in advance of hosting over Christmas? These are the things you must do

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Gold is not just for Christmas! Experts say this luxe shade is set to be the new neutral for 2026 – here’s how to make it chic, not kitsch

Want a subtle approach to luxury? Look no further

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If flies are taking your houseplants by storm right now, here’s what’s worsening the problem – and how to keep them at bay

These are the two biggest culprits

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