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This is the sofa that you (and I) clicked on and bought the most in 2025

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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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All is quiet around this festive country home

Christmas is a magical time of year in a remote hamlet in the Yorkshire Dales, and this stone farmhouse feels even more cosy when surrounded by a frosty, wintry landscape

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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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I swapped my Dyson V8 Absolute for the Dyson V11 Advanced – it’s the upgrade my carpets desperately needed

I was already a part of the Dyson fan club, but now I'm obsessed

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The 5-7-9 rule could squirrel-proof your bird feeder – here's what the numbers mean, according to wildlife experts

'It makes a big difference both to the wellbeing of birds'

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'We’re a hairy household,’ Vicky Pattison reveals the vacuum she uses to keep her home spotless – she says it tackles everything from hair extensions to dog fur

*Spoiler* It's our best-rated vacuum cleaner

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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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This £1,000,000 bed just made my jaw drop – I've never seen a mattress like this before

Would you buy a black or gingham-checked mattress?

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Kitchen Chronicles Part Two – I'm comparing high street vs online suppliers to see just how far smart choices (and a little patience) can stretch a budget

I'm on the hunt for the perfect fit

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No, you don't need a double oven in your kitchen – these are the small tweaks that will increase your cooking space instead

I wouldn't turn a double oven down, but it's not a necessity if you have a small space

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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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Don’t bin your pine needles this winter – 3 ways to reuse dropped Christmas tree needles in your garden

Christmas tree shedding quicker than you can say, 'O Tanenbaum'? Here's how to put those pine needles to good use

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I've just discovered wheelie bin compactors – and they're a Christmas rubbish game-changer

The bin solution I didn't know existed and it's genius for over Christmas

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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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This is the 1 thing you need to upgrade your Christmas tablescape, according to Jamie Oliver HQ – and you probably already own it

It's decorative but also practical

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This Victorian terrace is a masterclass is Christmas kitsch

Filled with layers of patchwork and gingham, this London home has all the charm of a prairie farmhouse

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As a lover of neutrals, here's how I recommend using 2026’s Colours of the Year – you'll be as surprised as me when you discover how much you like them

I love beige, but am being drawn to all these trending tones that I'm seeing on Pinterest

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This stunning Our Place ceramic cookware set is the highlight of my kitchen – the non-toxic non-stick surface makes it a dream to cook with and clean

If you're on the hunt for a complete cookware reset in the New Year, this is the set for you

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Your Christmas lights could be causing a harmful ‘false dawn' effect for birds – here’s how to minimise their impact

3 crucial tips from wildlife experts

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How to make a Christmas dinner for birds – the festive treats wildlife experts are adding to their bird feeder on the big day

The do's and don'ts of festive bird feeding

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It took just £14 and less than 5 minutes to completely eliminate draughts around my front door — the difference it’s made is wild

It was so easy and the results were instant

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Queen Camilla's Clarence House Christmas tree is a masterclass in traditional and beautiful festive decor

The tradition of inviting children to help decorate the tree is in its 20th year

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