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I've been making an activity advent calendar for my kids for over a decade – it's our favourite family Christmas tradition, even now they're teens

My top tips and tricks for making one yourself

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Can you plant wildflower seeds in November? Here's when it works (and when to wait until spring)

There are a lot of mixed messages around the best time to plant wildflower seeds. So, is November too late?

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I've been following Martin Lewis' 'tactical' 4pm rule for years, and I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening

It means I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening

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Kelly Hoppen has just dropped the most stylish real Christmas wreath of the year with M&S – it's sleek, elegant and luxurious

Look this way for an effortlessly chic festive door

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A Jacobean farmhouse wrapped in Georgian charm – inside a Cotswolds home made magical for Christmas

This historic home is layered with texture, heritage colour and Christmas charm

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I love to make big design decisions but I hate to spend money when I don't have to – these are my spend-savvy decorating secrets

My top tips when it comes to transforming our home on a budget

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Ninja's Luxe Café Pro is £150 more expensive than the original version – here's why I think this upgraded coffee machine is worth buying

These upgrades are worth the extra investment

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The four-degree rule will protect your plants from this month's frosts – and save them from damage before it's too late

Keep an eye on the forecast!

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IKEA is selling a stunning alternative to the cult Our Place Always Pan – it’s just as pretty, but less than £40

IKEA is proving you don't have to spend a fortune on quality cookware

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M&S is helping me cheat my way to a stunning Christmas table display with this £45 flower kit – it's an instant tablescape in a box

Why overcomplicate a festive table scheme?

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If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any home — better still, you can get each for under £20

Better still, you can get each for under £20

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This is the decorating trend for people who *really* love Christmas – and it involves putting a tree in the most surprising place

You'll either love it or hate it

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These 7 beautiful winter-flowering house plants will add festive colour and cheer to your home when it’s grey and gloomy outside

Plant experts share their favourite plants that will thrive over the winter months

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I've uncovered the bedding iconic 5-star hotel Claridge's uses – this is how to recreate the luxury feel for just £55

And it's all thanks to this bestselling M&S bedding

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Big Dreams, Small Budget: How we’re slowly renovating our Suffolk cottage to create a home we love without breaking the bank

We've learned what to prioritise on and how to take small wins

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John Lewis’ bestselling Christmas tree is back in stock – but I recommend snapping up this top-rated tree while you still can!

I thought it was gone for good this year but the popular John Lewis Cotswold Christmas tree is back

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No, your vacuum’s battery shouldn’t be dying that fast – experts reveal what’s *really* killing your run time

You could be getting so much more out of your cordless vacuum cleaner

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Habitat is the one place I’m buying all my Christmas lighting this year – and right now you can get an extra 20% off

There's nothing like twinkling lights to get you in the mood for Christmas

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I’m in my window vacuum era – it’s the only thing keeping my windows condensation-free and protected from damage this winter

Nothing clears my window condensation quite like it

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Experts warn every homeowner to do this one crucial home maintenance job before the first frost hits to avoid devastating damage

It's an easy task that will safeguard your home from any damage this winter

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I added these 4 ‘unkillable’ houseplants to my home – and yes, they lived up to the hype!

Accidental plant murderers, rejoice; I've done the research and these houseplants are made for you…

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What you can and can't burn in a multi-fuel stove – the 5 things you should always avoid and what to use instead

Keep cosy and warm with the correct fuel choices

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4 effective, inexpensive and non-permanent ways to insulate a draughty window, including the one I swear by all year round

Including one I swear by year-round

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How I'm making the patterned (and slightly eccentric!) sofa I just bought on Facebook Marketplace work in my colourful home

I love my new Facebook find but it's a bold print and there's already a lot going on in my living room scheme

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I tried the Japanese 5S method to organise my home — it's a game-changer for keeping on top of things day to day

Sort, set, shine, standardise, and sustain

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