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The instinct-based Toddler Decluttering Method will reduce clutter by half in seconds – and it's not for children
It's a simple but effective method to cull clutter quickly in your home
By Ciéra Cree Published
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How to grow sesame plants and harvest nutrient-rich seeds for snacking, cooking, or baking
Sesame plants are easy to grow, provided you have a warm climate
By Drew Swainston Published
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7 tiny chores that instantly make your home look more put together without buying anything – including shopping your stash and quick decluttering
Simple organization can make a real impact, experts assure
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 freezer cleaning mistakes you must avoid – or risk compromising your food quality and shortening the lifespan of your appliance
Avoid these blunders for a safer kitchen
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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What is an island bed? This clever garden design trick can add privacy and drama to any backyard
Create a long-lasting, low-maintenance and visually appealing island bed that also serves a purpose in the garden
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Little Greene paint colors in real homes – 19 rooms decorated by designers with tried and true paint shades and wallpapers
Gain fresh paint color inspiration with these timeless Little Greene shades, from rich greens to elegant neutrals
By Emily Moorman Published
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If your home's facade is riddled with cobwebs, this $12 tool makes cleaning once-unreachable spots simple and speedy
Say goodbye to cobwebs and hello to a fresh and clean facade
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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I thought I hated gray, but this one paint changed my mind and now I use it all over my home
Why Farrow & Ball Pigeon defies everything I loathe about gray paint
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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Best plants for a chicken run – 7 fragrant and floral plants for happy hens and beautiful coops
Your chicken run can be every bit as beautiful as your own garden, so long as you do your research first
By Kayleigh Dray Published
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Put your 'purgatory place' and 'dust detective' in play – 6 expert tricks professional organizers use to effortlessly edit down belongings
Stress-free streamlining is entirely within sight
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Where can you buy Benjamin Moore paint? Here's all you need to know about browsing and shopping this much-loved brand
Looking to buy Benjamin Moore paint? These are the best ways to get your hands on this iconic paint brand
By Emily Moorman Published
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I tried the Pomodoro Technique to blast through my spring cleaning to-do list – now I'll always rely on it to banish procrastination
25 minutes is more than enough to make a real difference
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I tried using a paper towel holder to organize trash bags – it’s a sleek and space-saving solution that will transform cramped storage spots
It makes changing liners around the house so much easier
By Eve Smallman Published
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5 bedroom colors going out of style in 2025 – and what designers are using instead for a stylish sleep space
Designers are ditching these bedroom colors in favor of these on-trend and more restful alternatives
By Emily Moorman Published
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How to create an urban oasis in a city courtyard – and escape to a tranquil, sanctuary garden
Dreaming of an urban oasis? Then step this way...
By Kayleigh Dray Published
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5 things people with clean mudrooms always do – it will consistently and easily keep dirt at bay
Say goodbye to muddy spring foot prints with these expert-approved tips
By Eve Smallman Published
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We asked 10 interior designers to share the colors they always tell clients to use in a bedroom – these were the shades that came up top
From soothing blues to soft pinks, these are designers' go-to shades for stylish and calming bedrooms
By Emily Moorman Published
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The fastest growing flowers to plant in spring
Sow these seeds now and be greeted with early summer color and repeat blooms in your yard
By Jacky Parker Published
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'It's surprisingly effective' – How to clean with white bread, and why this pantry staple might be just what your cleaning routine is missing
Is this unusual cleaning hack the best thing since sliced bread?
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to grow lupine – expert advice on growing this dramatic and vibrant cottage garden flower
Vibrantly colored flower stalks make swathes of lupines a sight to see in meadows and cut flower gardens alike
By Ellen Wells Published
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I’m a professional cleaner, and I swear by these quick and easy tips to clean pet hair from wooden floors
Staying on top of the mess makes it 10 times easier
By Carolina Kazimierski Published
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Using tea bags on your lawn is the secret ingredient you didn't know you needed, say gardening pros
Recycling used tea bags in your garden can bring subtle benefits to your lawn, and can even deter pests, too
By Ciéra Cree Published
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'Nightstands have a sneaky way of turning into catch-alls' – I’m a professional organizer, and these are the only things I keep on mine
Less is more when it comes to creating a restful sleep space
By Di Ter Avest Published
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I promise, these 6 best white Farrow & Ball paints will end your search for the perfect shade
White but not boring: these are the best Farrow & Ball shades you need to know about
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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How to grow tree peonies in pots – for a show-stopping shrub that will thrive in partially shaded yards
With large, saucer-like blooms, tree peonies are the ultimate flowering shrub
By Thomas Rutter Published
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I tried the Temptation Method to finally unpack the boxes I'd been ignoring after a stressful house move – I'm relieved it worked so well
With a pile of unpacked boxes clogging up my home office, it was time to get motivated
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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What colors go best with butter yellow? 8 equally delicious shades to pair with spring's hottest color trend
Inspired to elevate your home this spring with chic pale yellows? Here are the best colors to complete your scheme
By Emily Moorman Published
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How to design a mini meadow in pots – and welcome birds, bees and butterflies to your urban wildlife garden this summer
Experts share advice on species recommendations, soil, and types of containers to use for meadow planting
By Holly Crossley Published
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I tried this glycerin hack to stop the mirror in my bathroom from fogging up – and it worked like magic
It instantly fixed one of my biggest pet peeves
By Chiana Dickson Published