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Gin cocktails recipes: 6 easy gin-based ideas ideal for Christmas Eve
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How to make a Christmas wreath: 5 easy ways using natural greenery and foliage
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DIY Christmas decorations: 10 quick ideas for a homemade Christmas
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FREE Sophie Allport apron, teatowel and recipe book when you subscribe to PL
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30 Christmas dinner ideas for a festive feast like no other
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Enjoy traditional Family Christmas past-times with these Victorian parlour games
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The best types of wooden flooring – hardwood, reclaimed and more
The best types of wooden flooring will be beautiful, hard-wearing and easy to maintain. From solid, to engineered, or even reclaimed wood, there's lots to consider.
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From rural barn to a family home
An 18th-century agricultural barn has been lovingly converted to create a charming family home
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How to restore wood doors – refinish and revive interior doors like a professional
Refinishing wood doors can give them a new lease of life. This is how to clean timber, repair any damage and more to restore internal doors to their original greatness.
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How to restore a front door – refinish old or weather-beaten hardwood
Front door restoration is key to keep your hardwood entry door looking its finest. Clean up and refinish yours properly.
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How to fix a door that sticks, squeaks or that won't shut plus, other repairs
A squeaking door or one that will not shut properly can be fixed. These are the most common door repairs you can DIY quickly.
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22 kitchen wallpaper ideas – modern designs to update your cooking space
These kitchen wallpaper ideas prove a quick, affordable and beautiful design solution to kitchen walls in need of a some style.
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Vintage wallpaper ideas: 10 authentic period looks
From Victorian florals to Scandinavian graphics, we have gathered the loveliest vintage wallpaper ideas from all over Europe
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Floral wallpapers: 24 ideas to brighten your home
Floral wallpapers can give your rooms a wake-up call that's joyfully pretty
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Plaster repair: how to fix cracks, bulges, loose plaster and damp
Plaster repairs are an occasional requirement if you own an old home. These old plastered walls bring so much character to a period home, but to keep them in good condition it’s essential to be on the look out for early signs of damage
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Botanical wallpapers: 22 fabulous floral, leaf and plant-inspired designs
Our pick of the most beautiful botanical wallpapers, from statement leafy prints to calming delicate trails, will bring the outside in...
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Country kitchens: 20 country kitchen ideas to add instant rustic charm
Looking for country kitchen ideas? Get inspired by these country kitchens, whether you live in a period property or a modern home
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How to create a French country style paint effect
Transform your furniture with this easy step-by-step guide to getting that always on trend French country style paint effect
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14 vintage bedroom ideas for your country-style boudoir
Be inspired by these vintage bedroom ideas, from classic cottage style to bold Mid-century modern schemes, and everything in between
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How to start a cut flower garden – from the best floral picks to care tips and more
Start a cut flower garden to create your own pretty, seasonal arrangements. Add more color and fragrance inside and out with the best cutting flower choices and all our care tips.
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When to plant tomatoes: including tips on how and where to plant them
Find out when to plant tomatoes, and growing tips to get a delicious and bountiful homegrown crop
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Mediterranean gardens: design ideas and planting tips for a bright display
Drought resistant, low maintenance and gorgeous, Mediterranean gardens are all the rage. These are the beautiful plants and design options that will work in your garden.
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How to design a garden path – expert advice on creating the perfect walkway
A garden path can be both a functional and an aesthetic addition to your garden. Find out how to design and lay one properly.
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25 summer house ideas: add a garden building you love from the outside in
Be inspired to create a space for relaxing, crafting, working and more with these brilliant summer house ideas
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Spring gardening – 12 tips to get your plot ready for planting and the warmer months
These spring gardening tips and ideas will help revive your outdoor space for the warmer months ahead. From soil restoration, to spring flowers, maintenance and more.
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How to restore wood furniture: clean, repair and refinish
If you're looking to restore old wooden furniture and allow the patina of the timber to shine out again, you'll need these step-by-step instructions from DIY expert Helaine Clare
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10 cottage style home ideas: how to create the cottage look
Create a home full of rustic country charm with these timeless cottage design ideas, from adding a must-have range cooker to layering chintzy floral prints
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How to restore and clean encaustic floor tiles
Discover how to restore and clean encaustic floor tiles in Victorian and Edwardian hallways with this step-by-step guide
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Bathroom design: find out how to create a space you love
Get your bathroom design right first time. All the knowhow and inspiration you need is in our expert guide
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Roll top bath ideas
A stunning roll top bath adds drama to a traditional bathroom. Here are ways to get the biggest impact from a statement tub
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10 craft activities: discover a new hobby
Be inspired to take up a new craft hobby by these stories of makers and crafters that make a living from doing what they love
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10 beautiful period homes at Christmas
Be inspired by our selection of the very best Christmas homes, chosen by the team at Period Living magazine
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Have you got the new issue of Period Living?
Packed with beautiful homes, decorating inspiration, expert advice and more, the January issue is now on sale. Here's a sneak peek...
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Real Home: a rare Grade I listed Tudor home gets a beautiful farmhouse kitchen
Alice Acton has refurbished her farmhouse kitchen to make it as classically English as her beautiful Grade I listed home
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Tile patterns: 15 smart designs to add style to every room
The right tile patterns can add colour and pattern to any space, so we have rounded up of fave looks to get you inspired...