This week, following a successful trial at 14 stores, B&Q has announced it’s reopening over half of its stores. Some 155 stores are now open, with plans to open the remaining stores across the UK by early May. That will be welcome news to all the home improvement fans wanting to tackle jobs while in […]

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Leopard lovers, this is the collection for you!

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Interior designer Clare Pater has worked wonders with a mix of budget buys and clever spends

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As rainbows become the symbol of hope and joy, we just want to paint a rainbow on everything  from windows to walls. But for now we’re focusing on the power of a painted rainbow on bedroom furniture. This playful painted pattern is a fun way to brightening up any little one’s bedroom. You can More […]

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Have you gone from gardening novice to expert in lockdown?

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We might be physically apart, but is it bringing us closer together?

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Every outdoor space can benefit from well-placed solar lighting

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Some say the windows are the eyes of our homes, making window box planters the lashes if you will – to add extra pizzazz. To see one of the best window box planters in the business follow @tinyandthehouse on Instagram. The magnificent garden feature is that of interiors enthusiast Jacqueline Mercer. Jacqueline shares snaps of the […]

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All you will need is a few leftovers from the fridge

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It appears the nation are still shopping, and for good reason (quite literally). Gift emporium Etsy is reporting a 60 per cent increase in searches on site for care package gifts. The rise is care package searches is up in the last three months, compared to the same time the previous year. It’s as people […]

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They are so simple

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Let May be the month of peony appreciation in your home

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Make your own garden storage solution in 4 easy steps

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Support garden centres and local nurseries

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It's an explosion of rainbows

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There's more to this home than meets the eye

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How community gardeners are lifting spirits during lockdown

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Plus, more pieces high in demand

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Follow these simple steps to update plain furniture with on-trend animal print

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Crime rates are dropping, but we should always be on our guard

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Continue with these stringent cleaning measures

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Are you overwhelmed by all the‘stuff’ in your closet? Do you despair at finding that one item you know you have somewhere?! It’s time to declutter your wardrobe. If you are a fast-fashion shopaholic or a bit of a hoarder, every wardrobe needs a re-edit every now and again. We have the perfect tips for […]

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Would you have the patience?

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Stores will reopen on Thursday

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Storage solutions that you'll fall head over heels in love with

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It's like having your own bouncer on the door!

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All you need is soap and bleach

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Find out if sliding pocket doors could be the answer to saving space in your home

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Looking for new and exciting things to try in quarantine? Here are some great ideas.

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This owner used creative thinking to convert a courtyard space lost in the wilderness

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