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The Very British Edit: Short Days and Low Light Don’t Have to Mean Dreary Interiors – A Few Key Pieces Transformed My Home Into a Winter Haven
Make the most of winter light with a few thoughtful pieces that brighten your home and lift your mood all season
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Did you Know Copper Tools are Actually Good for your Garden? 6 of the Best for a Holistic (and Stylish) Yard
We think it’s time to take that copper cookware obsession outdoors
By Rachel Bull Published
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Stop January Garbage Can Smells with This Easy Frozen Lemon Trick Cleaning Pros Swear By
It’s a natural deodorizer and sanitizer that will work hard in the background to combat odors amplified by winter snags
By Karina Toner Published
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Plant Experts Say These 5 Mistakes Are the Biggest Killers of Peace Lilies – and Most People Don't Realize They're Making Them
Luckily, the experts have advice on how to avoid these errors
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I’ve Spent Countless Winters Pruning Hedges – These Are the 7 Deciduous Hedges You Can Trim in January
When the weather isn't freezing, it's time to give your hedges a trim
By Drew Swainston Published
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The One Lockable Storage Item Professional Organizers Say Homeowners Often Forget When Planning a New Bathroom – But Shouldn’t
Prioritize safety when streamlining your storage solutions
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Stop Breathing Harmful Air from This Common Bedroom Item While You Sleep – Experts Say to Remove It Now
Over 75 percent of households are making this toxic mistake, experts warn
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This $39 Adjustable and Sleek Joseph Joseph Shoe Rack Solves Winter Shoe Pileups in Compact Entryways
It's quick to assemble and adjustable for better functionality in your space from one season to the next
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Get a Head Start on Your Spring Garden – 7 Jobs to Do This Month that Will Set You Up for a Strong Season
All of these January gardening jobs offer big wins for the year ahead
By Drew Swainston Published
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Waking Up With a Dry Mouth? HVAC Pros Reveal the Best Nighttime Humidity Level for Your Bedroom in Winter
Say goodbye to having a dry mouth overnight and a sore throat every morning
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Feng Shui Experts Say a White Bird of Paradise Attracts Ambition and Success in Work and Life – Especially if You Place It in These Areas of Your Home
And if you place it in the wrong spot, it could hinder your success
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The ‘Just One Song’ Organizing Method Made Tidying in January Fun – It Left My Chosen Zone Effortlessly Clear
'Movement plus music plus accomplishment is a powerful combo,' says our professional organizer
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 Winter Garden Clichés that Garden Designers Never Use – and What They Suggest you Try Instead
How professionals avoid overused ideas in winter to design a more creative garden space
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Own Less Without Being a Minimalist – 3 Simple Shifts That Mean Less Clutter and Easier Cleaning in 2026
Thinking differently about what you own, and what you buy, is the key to a more streamlined home, experts say
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 Cold Hardy Plants For a Green Roof – Jump on the Most Low-Maintenance Sustainability Trend of 2026 in Your Own Yard
Experts share their top picks of low-effort, cold hardy plants to create a green roof that lasts
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Don't Wait Until Spring to Deep Clean Your Kitchen – Pros Reveal Why a January Reset Is Vital Right Now
Appliances working in 'overdrive' and cleaning routines going sideways over the holidays make January the perfect time for a kitchen reset
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Plant These 7 Perennials in January and Your Garden Will Be Buzzing With Pollinators Come Spring
You can make your garden a haven for bees and butterflies without breaking the bank
By Drew Swainston Published
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The Quick January Home Reset – 7 Things You Can Get Rid of This Weekend and Not Miss in 2026
These unnecessary items are cluttering up your home and mind
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Have you Heard of Soft Modernism? Discover the Sleek yet Soulful Garden Trend Replacing Stark Minimalism in 2026
Discover why a soft modernist garden style is becoming more popular and how to achieve it
By Edward Bowring Published
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Pro Organizers Reveal a Simple Declutter 365 Challenge for 2026 That Won't Make You Lose Motivation or Give Up Early
It's all about smaller, isolated actions and not quitting too soon, pros say
By Chiana Dickson Published
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13 Chic Kitchen Hardware Ideas That Will Instantly Elevate Your Cabinetry
Every detail counts in creating a kitchen. Discover cabinet hardware that’s the perfect finishing touch
By Molly Malsom Last updated
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Watering Trees in Winter May Sound Unnecessary, but Don’t Overlook It – Trees Are Not Immune to Drought During Colder Months, Warns a Horticulturalist
Why you should check your trees over winter, plus how to water them properly
By Drew Swainston Published
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I Tried the Influencer Lookbook Decluttering Method to Spot Closet ‘Space Hogs’ – It Finally Broke My Clutter Cycle
It also changed my spending habits for the better
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Stopped Adjusting the Thermostat During Cold Snaps – HVAC Experts Say Panic Heating Can Cost You More
Don't suddenly crank the thermostat up; it'll only waste energy
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Feng Shui Experts Say a Money Tree Can Bring 'Multiple Streams of Income' and Good Fortune for 2026 – But Only if Placed in This Area of the Home
Also discover where you should never place a money tree, to avoid attracting negative energy
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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We've Tested 127 of the Best Decluttering Methods to Suit Every Streamlining Need, Style, and Space – There's Something for Everyone
From serial procrastinators to slow-living enthusiasts, or those short of time and energy, we have the best decluttering method for you
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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Feng Shui Experts Reveal Exactly Where to Place a String of Hearts Plant, to Bring Harmony and Strengthen Emotional Connections
Plus, where you should always avoid putting this charming heart-shaped houseplant
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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As a Designer, These Are My Top 5 Design Tips and Tricks, Guaranteed To Stop You From Making Any Bad Decor Decisions
If you only ever think about five things when it comes to decorating your home, make it these five - they mean that you can't go wrong
By Emma Beryl Kemper Published
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Don't Fertilize Plants That Aren't Growing in Winter – One Pro Gardener Says it Damages Them in 5 Ways, and is a Waste of Time
Should you fertilize plants in winter? Only in warmer climates where plants are still growing
By Drew Swainston Published
