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How to plan a winter garden
During the colder, darker winter months, fill your garden with plants that will keep the interest going throughout the season
By Leigh Clapp •
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Christmas house: a restored Swedish holiday home
A restored Swedish summer home turns into a winter wonderland when Kim Månsson fills it with sparkling candles, natural greenery and festive cheer
By Pia Mattsson/House of Pictures •
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Christmas house: an elegant Queen Anne home in the country
Combining warmth and elegance, tradition and modern family life can be tricky, but Sallyanne Hutchinson gets the balance just right in her 18th-century country home
By Andrea Childs •
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Christmas house: a renovated Tudor cottage
Buying a pocket-size thatched cottage in need of major repairs was a brave move for Alison and Carl Cooper, but one they’ve turned into a big success
By Karen Darlow •
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16 front door design ideas
A key component of your home’s exterior aesthetic, your front door should not only complement the overall style of your property, but also provide security and privacy. These front door design ideas bring you both looks and practicality
By Emily Shaw •
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Christmas house: a Victorian riverside cottage makes the perfect country hideaway
This riverside chalet-style home practically had to be rebuilt but is now a peaceful Scottish hideaway
By Alison Gibb •
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Christmas house: an eccentric English townhouse transformed for the festive season
Informed by a love for European design and antiques, this elegant and eccentric London townhouse is the perfect setting for seasonal entertaining
By Jane Crittenden •
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10 best traditional-style sofa beds
Choosing a sofa bed for your home, whether traditional or contemporary? Want to give your rooms character? Choose period pieces – like these 10 traditional-style sofa beds
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to repair internal doors
We offer expert advice on how to fix he most common issues with internal doors – and when to replace them
By Douglas Kent •
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How to lime wood: everything you need to get that white wash effect
Wood furniture and exposed timber surfaces in the home can be transformed by the simple chalky tones of liming wax. Helaine Clare shows how to achieve a professional-looking finish in eight simple steps
By Helaine Clare •
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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
By Holly Reaney •
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Christmas house: a restored Georgian stone cottage in Cornwall
Salvaged, vintage, upcycled and handmade: every piece in Kerry Knight’s Cornish cottage tells a story – especially at Christmas
By Katherine Sorrell •
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How to restore wood doors
Refinish and restore your interior wood doors with Helaine Clare's step-by-step project, which shows you how to clean the timber, fill holes, repair damage, cover screws and replace hinges
By Helaine Clare •
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14 traditional Christmas decorating ideas
Deck the halls (and every other room in the house) with our tips and tricks for a traditional Christmas decorating scheme
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to repaint and revive outdoor woodwork
In this step-by-step guide, DIY expert Helaine Clare shows how to repaint and revive outdoor woodwork
By Helaine Clare •
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How to strip paint from a wood door
Remove thick layers of paintwork and reveal the wood's natural beauty by stripping paint from wooden doors. DIY expert Helaine Clare explains how in this step-by-step guide
By Helaine Clare •
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Real home: a renovated Georgian farmhouse in Yorkshire
A love for original features inspired the new look for this renovated Georgian farmhouse
By Heather Dixon •
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14 farmhouse kitchen design ideas brimming with character
Full of warmth and charm, farmhouse kitchens are the perfect welcoming hub for a family home. Love this enduring style? Here's how to get the look
By Melanie Griffiths •
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100 Emma Bridgewater mugs must go!
Subscribe to Period Living and claim your fab festive gift. Hurry! Strictly while stocks last
By Lucy Searle •
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House renovation costs: how much does it cost to renovate a house?
Find out how to budget accurately for your house renovation and trim costs at the same time with our guide to estimating for key projects
By Liz Walker •
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15 window treatment ideas for period homes
Make a feature of your period windows with these beautiful and practical window treatment ideas, from blinds and shutters to curtains
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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How to maintain windows and doors in period homes
It’s essential to maintain original windows and doors, so follow this step-by-step advice to keep yours in good condition
By Roger Hunt •
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Christmas recipes: tempting Swedish cakes and pies
Looking for Christmas recipes with a difference? Celebrate the festive season Scandinavian style with these mouth-watering Swedish cakes and pies
By Karen Darlow •
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13 best Christmas gifts for star bakers
Whether they're a budding baker or culinary master, treat the bakers in your life to these handy Christmas gifts
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Christmas house: an Edwardian house transformed
Restoring a three bedroom Edwardian house, Helen and Martin Ephgrave repaired original features and transformed their home with a Shaker style and soft-colour palette
By Naomi Jones •
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Christmas house: a converted 19th century school gets a festive transformation
Reinventing old furniture has been an education as this old village school has been transformed into an extraordinary family home
By Heather Dixon •
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How to restore and maintain timber windows
As the eyes of a house and a key architectural feature, it’s important to maintain and repair original timber windows. Follow this expert advice to find out how
By Roger Hunt •
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11 Arts & Crafts design ideas
These Arts & Crafts design ideas are all about bring pattern, charm and a touch of nostalgia together in your home to create a charming interior style
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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12 Mid-century modern decor ideas
From iconic chairs and vibrant colours to futuristic wallpapers and sleek sideboards, be inspired by our top Mid-century design tips
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
