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How to sleep well on Christmas Eve – and over the festive period
It isn’t just children that can struggle to sleep at Christmas time. These expert tips can help you get a proper night’s rest
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Bad-smelling Christmas tree? 5 expert tips to freshen up your real or artificial tree
Experts explain why a Christmas tree can smell bad, and what you can do to fix it
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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The ideal temperature to set your thermostat on when on winter vacation
Tick this off your to-do list before hitting the road to avoid burst pipes and high bills during the cold snap
By Millie Hurst • Published
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When to take Christmas decorations down? Yes, there is an official date
Wondering when to take Christmas decorations down? This is what tradition dictates
By Megan Slack • Published
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I'm an interior designer and these are my favorite seasonal switch ups
I concentrate on three key areas for Christmas – and not all of them are decked with decor
By Birdie Fortescue • Published
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Barbara 'Babs' Costello shares a last-minute Christmas decor make – and her biggest festive mistake
In an exclusive interview with H&G, the social media star shared an instant hack to elevate your home before the holiday
By Megan Slack • Published
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Christmas tree leaking sap and resin? Here's how to clean it before it damages your floors and furniture
Experts explain how to remove tree sap and pine resin from flooring and upholstery to prevent permanent damage this Christmas
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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The over-table rod is this Christmas' worst trend if done badly – here's how to do it well
No room for a table centerpiece? The over-table rod is – we're told – the solution. We're not convinced, and have better ideas. Whether you love it or hate it, this is how to get it right. And wrong
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Martha Stewart has an ingenious way to display Christmas cards – and it's beautiful
This is an intricate way of exhibiting festive well-wishes – using things that you probably have in your home
By Megan Slack • Published
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When are Christmas decorations on sale? The best places to find decor deals at the end of 2022
As one Christmas ends, start preparing for the next. This is when to catch the Christmas sales at your favorite home stores
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to make dried orange slice decorations – to personalize gifts and more
Make orange slice decorations for gifts and more, in under an hour with this easy step-by-step guide
By Sara Bird • Published
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Florists swear by these 5 solutions to make your festive foliage last beyond Christmas
These expert florist tips are sure to keep your foliage in top seasonal shape throughout the holiday
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to make a dried orange garland – 6 easy steps for beginners
Make an orange slice garland in under an hour with this easy step-by-step guide
By Sara Bird • Published
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Best places to buy artificial Christmas trees – many on sale right now
Investing in an authentic artificial Christmas tree is a great alternative if a real tree seems like too much work
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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10 ways British coastal decor meets Christmas in this interior designer's cute cottage
Renowned designer Katharine Pooley shows us how to bring Christmas alive in a coastal cottage
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's Christmas tree is the most wildly unconventional decoration of 2022
The couple shared their contemporary take on the holiday decoration – it's one of the most memorable you'll see this 2022
By Megan Slack • Published
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How to make a star anise wreath – 7 easy steps for beginners
Make a star anise wreath in under an hour with this easy step-by-step guide
By Sara Bird • Published
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Outdoor Christmas decor ideas – 20 looks to bring festive cheer to your neighborhood
Extend the holiday enchantment beyond your home's four walls with our outdoor Christmas decor ideas
By Ailis Brennan • Published
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Christmas tree trends – our pick of the 20 best looks this holiday season
We explore our favorite Christmas tree trends of 2022, from Reese Witherspoon's all-silver look to pared back and natural styles
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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4 reasons why your Christmas tree is dying, and expert tips to revive it
Experts explain the four main reasons your Christmas tree may be dying and offer easy solutions to get it looking its best once again
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Christmas tree ideas – 16 looks, from the timeless and traditional to the modern and unique
Explore our beautiful guide of Christmas tree ideas for inspiration on how to dress and style your Christmas tree this festive season
By Ailis Brennan • Published
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This is the biggest Christmas decor mistake you can make – say experts Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent
The design duo sits down with H&G to help dress your home for the holidays – and there's one thing they want you to know
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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IT experts reveal 9 easy ways to make your Wi-Fi faster
Follow these simple steps for lightning speeds
By Millie Hurst • Published
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5 essential rules for decorating a fireplace for Christmas, as revealed by a specialist
Antiques and fireplace expert Owen Pacey shares his five rules for decorating a fireplace for the holidays
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Christmas door decor ideas – 20 ways to dress up your doors this festive season
From beautiful wreaths to twinkling lights and glorious garlands, make your entrances even more enticing with a fun festive touch
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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Does sugar water help revive a Christmas tree? Plant experts have this warning
Advocates say sugar water will pep up a drooping Christmas tree; others warn against it. We settle the debate
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Christmas table garland ideas – 18 looks to set the scene for your festive feast
Complete your Christmas table with a glorious garland for an inviting and stylish display
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Pre-Christmas cleaning – 9 tasks I never miss before the big day
Preparing for Christmas doesn’t stop with the decorations, these are the vital cleaning tasks I complete before the big day
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Joanna Gaines' festive decorations offer a lesson in timeless Christmas style
The Magnolia designer teaches us that some colors never go out of style – take a glimpse inside her home
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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