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My family's 5 house rules – passed down through generations – help me keep a tidy house
Passed down through my family, my dad's five house rules now help to keep my home in order
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Blake Lively's handmade Halloween decor is the perfect inspiration for our spooky get-togethers
Blake Lively's inspirational Halloween crafts and bakes are just what we needed to get in the spooky spirit
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Christmas card ideas – 15 beautiful designs and the best places to shop
Find the perfect card design to send this Christmas with our collection of unique Christmas card ideas
By Zara Stacey • Last updated
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6 decluttering habits to steal from professional organizers who help movers downsize
Take some of the stress out of moving with these experts' decluttering habits to help downsize your home
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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I stopped using so much laundry detergent and my clothes feel better than ever – here is where I was going wrong
Cutting back on laundry detergent actually made my clothes feel softer, and I think you should cut back too
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to paint a pumpkin – a step-by-step guide for the perfect paint finish
Keep your painted pumpkins pristine for Halloween by learning how to paint a pumpkin properly
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Decorating a Christmas tree with bows – 6 ways to nail this year's most on-trend festive look
Trim your tree and tie your decorations with ribbons and bows for a simple but elegant take on festive styling
By Andrea Childs • Published
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Wreath ribbon ideas – 10 beautifully embellished designs
Put the perfect finishing touch to your seasonal decor with these decorative wreath ribbon ideas
By Pippa Blenkinsop • Published
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People are sprinkling rice around their homes – the significant reason behind the trending ritual
The Roman practice is thought to promote happiness and prosperity – and it's approved by spiritual experts in the know
By Megan Slack • Published
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What are the dirtiest places in your home? Experts spill your home's filthiest secrets and explain how to clean them
Cleaning experts reveal the 7 surprising areas of your home that are much dirtier than you think and offer solutions to clean them
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier? Experts decode the price
This is the real cost of dehumidifying your home – and energy-saving tips that experts want you to know about
By Megan Slack • Published
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How much does it cost to run an electric heater? Experts explain how you can work it out
As the weather cools down and we look for the best way to heat our homes, experts have their say on the efficiency of electric heaters and how much they will cost you
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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The 'bin system' made organizing my stuff more manageable – here is how it can change your home too
After years of creating clutter, my friend's 'bin system' finally helped me to get all my stuff in order
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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How to make a pumpkin planter – for tables and porches
This pumpkin planter will give your fall and Halloween decorations a sophisticated, stylish edge
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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How much does it cost to run a heat pump? Experts explain how you can work it out
Weighing up if a heat pump is worth it for your household? Experts explain how to work out how much it costs to run one
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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My mom's ceiling fan cleaning tip helps to reduce dust and combat allergies – here is how to do it
Knowing how to clean a ceiling fan has never been easier than with my mom's hassle-free dusting method
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Designer Joanna Buchanan talks entertaining in fall – and autumnal tablescapes
Discover how the designer uses color and texture to dress her fall home to perfection
By Lucy Searle • Published
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How to carve a pumpkin – expert tips that make it easy
Learning how to carve a pumpkin the right way will make the process easier, and can even make your jack-o-lantern last longer
By Kaitlin Madden • Published
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Halloween window decor – 10 spooky ideas for indoors and out
Give your house a haunted air with Halloween window decorations that are so good, it's scary
By Kaitlin Madden • Published
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4 ways I use nail polish remover to get rid of marks and stains around my home
Rather than endlessly scrubbing at marks on surfaces, using nail polish remover helps remove them quickly and easily
By Rachel Crow • Published
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Living with pets: the 10 rules of pet etiquette
Living with pets? Our petiqutte guide will keep you and your furry friends happy
By Andrea Childs • Last updated
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How long do you leave fall decorations up?
Mark your calendars – this is when to transition from fall to the festive season in style
By Megan Slack • Published
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When to start fall cleaning – 6 jobs you should be doing right now
Cleaning experts offer their tips for fall cleaning so that you can freshen up your home for the cozier seasons
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Pumpkin painting ideas – 10 easy and stylish looks for adults and kids alike
Whether you're looking for pumpkin painting ideas that are chic or scary, these easy options will elevate your Halloween
By Kaitlin Madden • Published
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Pumpkin carving ideas – 9 looks, from simple to spooktacular
These fun and easy pumpkin carving ideas will turn your squash into a luminary, a work of art, or a good old-fashioned Jack-o-lantern
By Kaitlin Madden • Published
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How to make a fall wreath – 6 easy steps for beginners
Make a fall wreath in under an hour with this easy step-by-step guide
By Sara Bird • Last updated
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How to cool a room with fans – 5 tips for instant, effective relief from the heat
Fall is on our minds, but the heat endures – here's how to beat it without upgrading the air conditioning in your home
By Megan Slack • Published
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Fall craft ideas – 10 pretty ways to decorate indoors and out
These fall craft ideas are simple and quick to make and will transform your home speedily, and elegantly
By Lucy Searle • Last updated
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Outdoor Halloween decor – 11 frightfully chic ideas for your front yard
Celebrate spooky season with these outdoor Halloween decor ideas for the porch, the front door, the yard and more
By Kaitlin Madden • Last updated