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How to make dried flower gift tags – for a unique, floral touch
Enhance your gifts with the beauty of nature and learn how to make dried flower gift tags
By Jo Bailey • Published
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How to make reusable crackers – for a special and sustainable decoration
Learn how to make reusable crackers for a more meaningful and unique addition to your Christmas table
By Jo Bailey • Published
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How to bring a Christmas tree home – get your tree back safely without damaging it
Moving a large living tree from the store to your home is not the easiest, but these expert tips make the process more manageable
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How do I decorate my houseplants for Christmas? For a fun and festive display
Explore how you can decorate your indoor jungle so your plants perfectly coordinate with your holiday decor
By Zara Stacey • Published
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How to water a Christmas tree – expert tips for cut and rooted trees
Experts explain how to water a Christmas tree indoors to help keep your festive foliage looking brighter for longer
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Christmas trends 2022 – 10 decor trends for the festive season
As the year comes to a close, here are ten timeless Christmas trends to inspire your holiday decorating
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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How to make a reusable advent calendar – for an enduring and delightful design
Approach the holidays a little differently this year and learn how to make a reusable advent calendar
By Jo Bailey • Last updated
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How to make mulling spices – for delicious, homemade mulled wine
Learn how to make mulling spices so you can enjoy or gift a bottle of this warming festive wine over the holiday season
By Jo Bailey • Published
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How to fix broken Christmas lights – this $25 tool saved my Christmas in seconds
Turn a potential decorating disaster around with this viral Tiktok hack that is taking is lighting up the internet
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to fake a clean house – 5 drive-by decluttering tricks my mom taught me
After years of completing 'gratuitous guest cleans', I am sharing the quick tips my Mom uses to fake a clean home in time for last-minute guests
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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10 ways to make your home smell good for Christmas – easy tips for a wonderfully scented space
We offer ten easy ways to seasonally scent your home for Christmas
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Christmas table gift ideas – 15 festive table favors to impress your guests
Treat your friends and family to a unique and thoughtful Christmas table gift idea this holiday season
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Christmas tabletop tree ideas – 15 beautiful designs that are guaranteed to add festive cheer
Bring a pretty and playful look to your table with the most elegant tabletop trees
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Where to hang stockings without a mantel – 6 spots home stylists think are better
This is where home stylists hang stockings when a home lacks a fireplace
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Christmas tree topper ideas – 15 stylish looks for the top of your tree
Explore our fun, festive and unique Christmas tree topper ideas so you can finish your tree in style this holiday season
By Ailis Brennan • Published
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Christmas fireplace decor ideas – 25 ways to a festive fireside
Give your home the wow factor with Christmas fireplace decor that enhances this festive focal point
By Thea Babington-Stitt • Published
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How often should I water a poinsettia?
If you're wondering how often you should water a poinsettia then this expert advice will allow you to enjoy healthy plants through the holiday season
By Rachel Crow • Published
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10 hot spots professional organizers always declutter for the holidays
A pre-season sort-out is the best way to ensure happy (and relaxed) holidays – here’s what to do, according to the experts
By Tara King • Published
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How to make gift wrap – 11 easy but elegant bespoke ideas
Make your gifts magical and memorable with these tips and ideas on how to make gift wrap
By Pippa Blenkinsop • Last updated
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Alternative Christmas tree ideas – 18 unique ideas for this festive focal point
Rethink your evergreen with our quirky and stylish alternative Christmas tree ideas
By Ailis Brennan • Published
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Christmas tree skirt ideas – 16 designs that can elegantly enhance your tree
Use these Christmas tree skirt ideas to give your tree decor a stylish finishing touch
By Lisa Fazzani • Last updated
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Christmas gift wrapping ideas – 24 products and ideas to elevate your presents
Wrap your presents in style this holiday season with our favorite Christmas gift wrapping ideas
By Zara Stacey • Last updated
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Reese Witherspoon's Christmas tree color choices have surprised us – twice
The actresses shared two Christmas trees – one celebrates minimalism – the other is a glittering combination of colors. Which do you prefer?
By Megan Slack • Published
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Christmas basket ideas – 23 brilliant basket ideas and the best places to shop
Whether it's chocolate, cheese or candles, our Christmas basket ideas cater to everyone
By Zara Stacey • Published
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Why is my Christmas tree dropping needles already?
This is why your Christmas tree is dropping needles and the fixes you need to slow the problem down
By Rachel Crow • Published
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The secrets to decorating tastefully for Christmas – 7 ways with what you already own
This is how interior design experts decorate their homes at Christmas, swerving the tacky and favoring the tasteful
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Elegant understatement at Christmas? This rustic home shows how
With its wooden beams and natural warmth, this family home is the ideal setting for a rustic Christmas
By Andrea Childs • Published
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A 16th-century farmhouse is transformed into a magical retreat at Christmas
This formerly lackluster farmhouse has been carefully restored and is now a warm and welcoming country home that looks its best at Christmas
By Jacky Hobbs • Published
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This $3 Christmas window display idea from TikTok has gone viral – and it is easy to recreate in your own home
Give your windows a festive update with this delightful – and affordable – Christmas window display trick
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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