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We’re 4 weeks into our loft conversion – these are the lessons I've learnt so far

Like most reno projects it's already taking longer than planned!

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I discovered the most hyped coffee machine on the US cafe scene on my recent trip to San Francisco, and it's finally launched in the UK!

Trust me, you'll want it on your wishlist

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Sorry, fence toppers – this fast-growing shrub does a much better (and prettier) job of screening my garden and giving me plenty of privacy

It's a stunning natural screen

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I just discovered the chicest solar garden lights at The White Company to illuminate my lazy summer evenings in style

No battery fuss or rewiring faff required

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I did not expect this sub-£100 Silentnight fan to be as quiet or as powerful as it is — it can hold its own against fans that are twice the price

It can hold its own against fans that are twice the price

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Habitat is holding a massive furniture sale – these are the 6 buys I'm adding to my basket before they jump back up in price

We're talking a solid wood dining set with benches for £340

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Our Place just launched a tiny version of its cult Always Pan – and as someone with a very small kitchen, I’m obsessed

This might be the chicest solution yet for small space living

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7 easy ways I’m reusing broken crockery and pots in my garden this summer – those chipped ceramics can come in very handy outdoors

Instead of chucking away those broken bits and pieces, give them a new use

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Do you sleep on your front? Sleep experts warn you really shouldn't – this is the simple fix they recommend for a better night's rest

Is front-sleeping bad for you? Yes, say physiotherapists and sleep clinicians, but there's a solution

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I think we should all be prepared for tough times ahead – am I being a scaremonger, or just resilient?

The small things I do at home to make a big impact

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‘Slow vacuuming’ is the only way I’m vacuuming my home this May – and experts explain why you should be doing it too

A little patience can go a long way

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Habitat's £350 clever convertible outdoor day bed is already a sleeper hit with shoppers – this under-the-radar buy is a game-changer for tiny gardens

Customers have nothing but good things to say about it – ‘Best garden furniture we’ve bought’

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If you're looking for unique, stylish and expensive-looking rechargeable lights under £35, this under-the-radar brand is where you should be shopping

I've already added two to my basket

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How to plan the perfect light-filled home – 3 experts share the tricks of the trade to create a home that's light, bright and welcoming

Rethink your decor choices and maximise the natural light

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5 things that people with tidy kitchen worktops always have – space-savvy ways to prevent clutter and bring order back to your cooking space

Minimise mess and maximise space

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5 things you should never put in a kitchen bin, according to pros – you’d never guess how dangerous these common household items can be

Putting these items in your bin are a big no-no

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I asked 3 colour experts and they all recommend this paint trick to make a small room look bigger and more open – it’s so simple!

‘It’s such a simple yet transformative way to change how a space feels’

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I clad part of my house to boost its kerb appeal on a budget — it’s unrecognisable now

Recladding part of our home's exterior has given it a fresh look without breaking the bank

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This petite kitchen has been given a bright and uplifting refresh with plenty of vintage charm and character

A masterclass in overcoming wonky walls, a sloping floor and the small footprint of a 17th-century maisonette

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Painting uPVC – how I transformed the overall feeling of every room in my house, and all it took was a £25 tin of paint

I hacked my way to high-end windows

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How to host outdoors when it’s raining – 5 ways to entertain guests, whatever the weather

Don't let showers spoil your plans!

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Shhh! Dusk is selling a £25 alternative for the internet's favourite £125 rechargeable lamp – I'm stocking up with one for each room

All the good looks, without the price tag

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Dualit's stylish new ice cream maker is the latest that needs no pre-freezing or faff – this is the new style of dessert maker everyone's going to be talking about

And I can see exactly why

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5 plants to prune in May for longer-lasting blooms and healthy foliage

Keep these plants in shape this month by giving them a little trim

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I thought Shark’s new robot vacuum cleaner would be a gimmick – but it quickly proved me wrong (and now I can’t stop using it)

It's *so* easy to use

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