Period Living
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The new issue of Period Living is packed with festive magic? Take a peek...
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How to restore wood furniture: clean, repair and refinish
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FREE Sophie Allport apron and baking book when you subscribe to Period Living
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Handmade in Britain: support our crafter makers producing great homeware
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Shaker kitchens: design tips and 12 ideas to create your classic kitchen
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14 winter plants to add interest to your garden and bring it to life in colder months
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DIY fall wreath: how to make an autumnal centrepiece for your door
This DIY fall wreath is super easy to make at home; just follow our easy step-by-step guide
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to plan a winter garden – from planting to maintenance and wildlife
Our winter garden advice will help bring life to your outside space in the dormant season. This is how to plan and create a beautiful display in winter
By Leigh Clapp •
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When to prune hydrangeas – and how to do it right
Find out when to prune hydrangeas and how to do it to get them looking their best with this expert pruning advice
By Rachel Crow •
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Bathroom design: an expert guide to creating your dream space
We've made bathroom design easy with this guide – we cover everything from costs, to planning, design ideas and more
By Sarah Warwick •
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Real home: explore this William Morris-inspired canalside home
When narrowboat owners Jane and Julian Souter had the chance to own a house right on the canal they didn’t take much convincing to make it their new home, even though there was a lot of work to be done first
By Karen Darlow •
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Garden gates: 11 garden gate ideas and tips for a stylish exterior
A great garden starts with great garden gate ideas. Take a look at these beautiful entrances – including Monty Don's gorgeous garden gate
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Panzanella: use up your crop of tomatoes in this tasty salad recipe
This recipe for panzanella, a popular Tuscan salad, is a great way of using up leftover tomatoes and bread
By Rachel Crow •
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Cottage gardens: how to plan yours – plus 14 cottage garden ideas to copy
Wondering how to create a cottage garden? Follow our advice on planning this popular, traditional garden style, full of colourful flowers, including everything from the layout to best plants
By Leigh Clapp •
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How to make raised beds: perfect for growing vegetables
Raised beds are a beautiful and practical addition to a garden – find out how to make them, and what to grow in them, with our essential guide
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Bake Off is back! And here's what Bake Off finalists want in their dream kitchen
As Bake Off returns to our screens, we reveal the key ingredients to turn your kitchen into a showstopper, with tips from the series’ stars
By Holly Reaney •
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How to clean a fireplace
A real fire is a treat but causes wear and tear, so you need to know how to clean a fireplace if yours is to stay looking good
By Helaine Clare •
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How to clean a chimney
Find out how to clean a chimney to keep them working safely and efficiently
By Roger Hunt •
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15 traditional fireplaces – design ideas to inspire your renovation
These are our favourite traditional fireplace ideas – from cast iron fireplaces to Victorian fireplace ideas – for adding character to your home
By Holly Reaney •
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Autumn plants: 18 best plants to add colour to your autumn garden
Choose the right autumn plants that really pack a colourful autumnal punch - with fiery foliage of deep reds to yellows, a jewel box of berries, plus vibrant flowers
By Leigh Clapp •
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Autumn recipes: 5 tasty vegetarian dishes that use harvest produce
Whip up these delicious autumn recipes that make the most of your veg plot's autumn harvest
By Rachel Crow •
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Toffee apple cake: an easy recipe for spiced toffee apple cake
This sticky toffee apple cake makes the most of of the harvest season's finest. Serve with a hot drink or eat warm as a dessert – you won't be disappointed
By Rachel Crow •
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Parsnip soup: a recipe for creamy parsnip and apple soup
This parsnip soup makes the most of two of the harvest's finest foods. Cook up a big batch of this root veg soup, sweetened with a bit of tangy apple – it freezes well too for later
By Rachel Crow •
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Real home: a Grade II listed cottage renovation
Taking a bit of a risk, Judy and Stuart Meeke bought a listed cottage without knowing if they would be able to alter it to make it lighter and brighter. The results speak for themselves
By Janet McMeekin •
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Real homes: take a tour around this characterful Cotswold home
Revisiting design ideas first imagined more than two decades ago, Joolz and Jonathan Abbs-Woodd have transformed their Oxfordshire family home
By Ann Broad •
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How to choose a greenhouse
Want to grow your own vegetables and plants from seed? Learn how to create a protected growing environment with our essential guide to buying a greenhouse
By Jean Vernon •
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Real garden: be inspired by this cottage garden in the Cotswolds
Combining her skills of stone carving with a naturally artistic planting style, Bee Eastman has created colourful, fragrance-filled rooms within the garden of her pretty Cotswold home
By Annette Warren •
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Real home: be inspired by this beautiful Grade II-listed Welsh longhouse
Christine and Neville Brown’s cottage in Wales has a long and fascinating history that has shaped the character of their unusual period home
By Heather Dixon •
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Afternoon tea ideas: 8 delicious treats for your summer garden party
From classic bakes to fancy finger food, these afternoon tea ideas are guaranteed to wow party guests
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Obsessed with cottagecore? Check out these adorable UK holiday properties
Get your cottagecore hit with these gorgeous Sykes stays...
By Hebe Hatton •
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Wall patterns: 12 stunning looks to bring more colour and style to your home
From wall patterns created with blocks of colour to moody floral prints, we've rounded up the latest design ideas to help you create the perfect starting point for your scheme
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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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...
By Karen Darlow •
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How to create a family kitchen
Whatever its size, a family kitchen is the place where everyone gathers. We look at the key ingredients that go into creating a traditional family kitchen
By Lucy Searle •
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18 budget gardening ideas – dos and don'ts from pro garden landscapers
Update your green space with these easy budget gardening ideas (from professional landscapers) and you won't regret it
By Leigh Clapp •
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Cottage garden plants – 12 floral must-haves for a cute cottage garden
These 12 cottage garden plants will help bring your outdoor space to life, whether you've gone for a period or modern cottage garden approach
By Leigh Clapp •
