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Gardeners are being urged to place bottles of warm water in their garden this November – it actually makes perfect sense

Tender plants dislike cold, frosty weather as much as we do

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Let the games begin! I’m seeing backgammon sets used as home decor in every stylish person’s home – these are the most beautiful ones to invest in

Whether it’s for yourself or a loved one

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So much went wrong on my second renovation – here's what I learned the hard way so you don't have to

There were plenty of skeletons in my renovation closet and a Frankenstein’s Monster in my living room

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My ultimate gift guide for home-lovers – the only edit you need to tick everyone off your list this year

I've done the hard work to make your job as easy as possible

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Energy bills set to slightly increase in January, Ofgem announce – everything you need to know about the latest price cap

You can expect to see a small increase on your bill

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I thought replacing my boiler would be time-consuming and complicated - but with BOXT, it only took about 20 minutes of my time

Read my review of the BOXT boiler installation service

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5 tricks I use to choose a poinsettia from the supermarket as a gardens editor – the easiest ways to spot a healthy plant

The easiest ways to spot a healthy plant

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The one thing you should never feed birds in winter (no matter what anyone tells you)

Experts have warned it’s a major winter bird-feeding mistake...

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Sorry, cordless vacuums! Shark’s powerful corded model has won me over – and it’s currently a star price this Black Friday

It's convinced me to ditch my cordless for good

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I grew up with this genius 2-in-1 Joseph Joseph bread bin – it's so clever I'm now buying one for my own kitchen

It's the everyday kitchenware that pays to get right

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I’m not exaggerating, Lidl’s Black Friday event is one of the best I’ve seen – save up to £600 on cult brands from Emma to KitchenAid and Ninja

You don't want to miss this huge sale

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Experts warn pet owners to avoid this type of real Christmas tree – this is the safer variety to buy instead

Keep your animals safe this Christmas

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I came up with this easy and cost-effective solution to add more personality to the plain and boring bathroom in my rental home

The renter hack you never knew you needed

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Jamie Oliver's air fryer hack will give you access to a whole new cooking method – it allows for speedy all-in-one meals

Plus it costs nothing to implement

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I love trying out new sofas – and these are the latest sofa designs and new brands that impressed me this season

It's been an autumn filled with sofa launches – and these are the ones I think should be on your radar

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Aldi is bringing back their cult real Christmas trees for under £20 – I've looked, and you won't find any 6ft tree cheaper

It's a tree-mendous deal...

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This is how to get your roof and loft insulation right so that your home stays warm and energy efficient all winter long

It'll ensure your home stays warm and energy efficient all winter long

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I've been making an activity advent calendar for my kids for over a decade – it's our favourite family Christmas tradition, even now they're teens

My top tips and tricks for making one yourself

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Can you plant wildflower seeds in November? Here's when it works (and when to wait until spring)

There are a lot of mixed messages around the best time to plant wildflower seeds. So, is November too late?

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I've been following Martin Lewis' 'tactical' 4pm rule for years, and I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening

It means I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening

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Kelly Hoppen has just dropped the most stylish real Christmas wreath of the year with M&S – it's sleek, elegant and luxurious

Look this way for an effortlessly chic festive door

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A Jacobean farmhouse wrapped in Georgian charm – inside a Cotswolds home made magical for Christmas

This historic home is layered with texture, heritage colour and Christmas charm

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I love to make big design decisions but I hate to spend money when I don't have to – these are my spend-savvy decorating secrets

My top tips when it comes to transforming our home on a budget

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Ninja's Luxe Café Pro is £150 more expensive than the original version – here's why I think this upgraded coffee machine is worth buying

These upgrades are worth the extra investment

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The four-degree rule will protect your plants from this month's frosts – and save them from damage before it's too late

Keep an eye on the forecast!

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