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Stacey Dooley’s jaw-dropping Christmas tree champions one of the biggest festive trends – 'Tinsel is making a return to even the most stylish homes’

It's a tinsel Christmas!

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Elton John's granny chic kitchen dials up the luxe factor with this unusual gallery wall trick – this is why you should be taking your artwork to the floor

It's a lesson in maximalism

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Tesco is giving away hundreds of real Christmas trees for free this weekend – everything you need to know, plus how to get your hands on one

These trees are 'perfectly imperfect'

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This East Sussex cottage wouldn't look out of place on a Christmas card

And with its open-plan kitchen extension it's surprisingly spacious

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I never (ever!) turn on the big light – these are the ingenious ways I illuminate my home that feel so much softer and warmer

How to light your home if you're as 'big light' averse as me

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I'm trying Jamie Oliver's 'get ahead gravy' hack to save time on Christmas Day, using these 3 cookware essentials – even after a decade, it's still a classic

The three items you need to invest in before prepping ahead

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5 of the best Christmas plants for a front porch – give guests a festive welcome with these flowering and evergreen options

Familiar favourites, unique blooms and more

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M&S is selling a cosy light-up cushion for Christmas – but you’ll have to be fast, as I predict this festive design will be an instant bestseller

I thought I had finished my Christmas shopping until I spotted this stunning home buy

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How much does loft insulation cost? This is what you can expect to pay, but the factors that can influence what you should budget

This is what you can expect to pay, but the factors that can influence what you should budget

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These are the 4 paint colours experts recommend leaving in 2025 – and what shades are replacing them in the new year

‘What once felt fresh is now being criticised as overly sterile and flat’

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If you're buying a real Christmas tree this year, consider B&Q – £1 of every real tree sale is going to Shelter to raise money for child homelessness

How you can help raise money for child homelessness this Christmas

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Poinsettias may be a Christmas classic, but these expert-approved festive houseplants are the real stars of the season

Plant experts share their festive favourites

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Antiques meet hotel-style luxury in this renovated home

This Victorian townhouse inspired its owners' newfound passion for antiques

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Next's clever quilted duvet cover isn't just bang on trend, it can also warm up your bed – I've never seen a duvet cover like this before

This duvet cover isn't just pretty, it also adds 2.5 togs of extra warmth to your duvet – no wonder shoppers love it

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A Thrifty Kind of Christmas: Christmas in a reno is never going to be perfect, but that doesn't mean it can't have its own kind of beauty

How we're mixing vintage finds with this year’s festive trends

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I’m using the Reverse Advent decluttering method to sort out my home for Christmas – experts say one small task a day can make a huge difference

Get your home guest-ready with minimal effort

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The 'snowball' decluttering method will clear your home in time for Christmas – the pros say it’s great if decluttering makes you feel overwhelmed

Celebrate the small wins

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The secret scenting weapon I use every year to make my artificial Christmas tree smell real – I tricked so many of my friends last year

Think you can't beat the scent of a real tree? You've not tried this trick

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I'm Ideal Home's Editor-in-Chief and these are my top 20 Christmas gifts for under £20 – my fave stocking fillers and low-cost style buys

Budget-friendly home must-haves that look anything but cheap

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5 ways to stop your Christmas tree from dropping its needles straight away – this is where you're going wrong

Battling with a Christmas tree that won't stop dropping needles? Here are potential causes and what to do to stop it

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5 methods I’ve honed over 5 years to keep warm while working from home — without the heating on all day

And it means I don't need the heating on all day long

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Aldi’s sell-out hot chocolate maker is back and under £25 – but I’ve found another affordable alternative

It's hot chocolate season

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Stacey Dooley’s anti-trend kitchen is a lesson in opting for dark wood tones in 2026 – it’s bold yet minimalist

This design trick will make modern designs feel warm and inviting

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Want a puddle-free driveway this winter? These expert-approved drainage tips are easy, affordable and surprisingly stylish

Bad driveway drainage can totally ruin the look of a house - here's how to get it right without compromising on kerb appeal

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I'm a candle obsessive, and have them burning all the time – these are my favourite budget-friendly ones I love to have in my home

Everyone needs more candles – and some of my faves start from just £5!

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