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Professional Designers Share Insider Secrets for Styling a Festive Porch if Your Winters Are Too Cold for Potted Plants
Spectacular frost-hardy planter ideas for festive displays that will impress all winter long
By Jill Morgan Published
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I Took a Chance on IKEA’s Cruelty-Free, Easy-Dry, Down-Alternative Duvet – I'm Shocked at Just How Good It Is for $29
We've tested one at 10 times the price, and I'm going to go out on a limb and say IKEA's felt just as luxurious
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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6 Effortless Potted Plants That Will Spark Christmas Joy for Every Gardener, From Beginner to Devotee
And we have expert care tips you can pass on to the recipient
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Pros Reveal 3 Ways to Easily Get Pine Needles Out of Carpets and Rugs Without Ruining Your Vacuum
It's best to avoid using your vacuum altogether, experts urge
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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7 Essential Garden Tools to Service in December, Plus the Key Maintenance Tips You Need to Know
Winter is an ideal time to show your tools some love
By Drew Swainston Published
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Put Down the Checkerboard Tiles – All the Chicest Decorators I Know Are Painting This Classic Pattern Onto Their Wooden Kitchen Floors Instead
It's simpler, more affordable, yet still utterly timeless
By Molly Malsom Published
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As a Floral Designer, I Know Exactly How I’ll Be Styling Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026 in my Home – These 7 Ethereal Cut Flowers Capture the Cloud Dancer Mood Perfectly
Elegant and subtle flower styling is effortless when you’re working with white
By Rachel Bull Published
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Designer Bryan Graybill's Martini Ritual is the Secret to Embracing the Magic of Cocktail Hour
It's the little details – one exceptional coupe, candlelight, and asking his guests an all-important question – that transform the designer's evening
By Anna Last Published
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I Just Discovered the Easiest, Cheapest Way to Help Garden Birds this Winter – All You Need is a Tennis Ball
Tennis balls can provide vital frost-free perching spots for birds this season
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Feng Shui Pro Reveals the Easy Home Habit to Start Before January 1 to Clear Obstacles and Let Happiness and Success Flow in 2026
All you need is a compass
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This is the 1 Color Designers Say You Should Avoid in Your Kitchen if You Don't Want to Repaint in 2026
Yes, it's probably the exact color you're thinking of
By Molly Malsom Published
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I Bet You Didn’t Know You’re Supposed To Clean This Tiny Furnace Part – Skip It, and You Could Lose Heat on the Coldest Night
Skipping isn't worth the risk
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Do This 1 Thing to My Orchids Every Winter to Guarantee Spring Flowers in Abundance – It Literally Takes Seconds
The sooner you stake orchid stems the better
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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How to Clean and Care for Every Type of Cookware – From Stainless Steel to Non-stick, Cast Iron and More
Each requires a different approach to avoid damage and for the best results
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Petals & Roots: Don't Worry if You Haven't Space on your Holiday Dining Table for Flowers – I've Got You Covered With my Charming Napkin Posy Idea
A micro posy is ideal for adding a fresh floral accent to a busy dining table
By Rachel Bull Published
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I Tried the Fun 'Hidden Note' Organizing Game to Streamline My Busy Kitchen Cabinets – It Helped Me Let Go without Guilt
It is a genius trick for speeding up decluttering
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Your Birth Month Berry Revealed – Discover 12 Beautiful Varieties and What They Symbolize in Your Garden and Beyond
Add yours to your yard for a joyful display every birthday
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Homeowners Urged to Switch From Damaging Ice Melt to This 'Reliably Safe' Non-Toxic Alternative – It Works in Minutes
It only takes three simple ingredients
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Window Experts Reveal How Putting Yours in 'Winter Mode' Takes Just 10 Seconds and Cuts Heat Loss by Up to a Third
It's so easy to do
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Less Planting, More Impact: Landscaping Experts Explain the Transformative Power of Negative Space in Beautiful Garden Design
Discover how negative space can foster a sense of calm in your garden
By Edward Bowring Published
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The Winter Deep-Clean Checklist Professional Cleaners Swear By in December – 5 Things You Should Never Leave Until Spring
Everyone forgets them in December
By Chiana Dickson Published
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A Water Garden Expert Reveals the Best Way to Overwinter Tropical Waterlilies to Enjoy Their Dramatic Blooms Year After Year
Don’t replace these expensive plants annually – store them as dormant plants over winter
By Drew Swainston Published
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Why I Hardly Ever Use Pattern, And If You Want a Timeless Home You Should Focus On This Instead
I tend to avoid prints in my designs because they date quickly, whereas palettes last and last
By Katie Harbison Published
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‘If Your Christmas Cactus Has Aerial Roots, Act Now’ Warns a Plant Expert – It’s an Early Sign Your Houseplant is Struggling
Aerial roots can indicate a problem with soil health
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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6 Things Making Your Guest Bathroom Look Dated, According to Designers Who Have Seen It All
Fix these things, and your guests will enjoy a luxury experience in your guest bathroom
By Molly Malsom Published
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How Many Hours a Day Should Your Heating Be on? HVAC Pro Reveals the Winter Goldilocks Schedule that Balances Comfort and Efficiency
Plus, what to do in snowstorms
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Households Urged Not to Pour Boiling Water Down Drains This Winter – Plumbing Pros Warn It's a ‘Disaster in Slow Motion’ and to Try This Instead
It can cause expensive damage, as well as hidden mold, so try this instead
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Don’t Risk the Health of Your Plants This Winter – 7 Trees and Shrubs to Never Prune in December
Avoid making any mistakes, as we reveal the right time to prune these plants
By Drew Swainston Published
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Avoid House-Damaging Ice Dams During Extreme Snow – Roof Pros Urge Homeowners to Do 1 Gutter Maintenance Task This Week
It is the number one trick to preventing leaks this week and beyond
By Chiana Dickson Published
