Lucy Searle
Lucy Searle
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Best ways to get rid of dust mites
You might not be able to see them, but we promise your house is full of dust mites. You'll never get rid of them completely, but you can keep their numbers down. Here's how
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Marie Kondo tidying up: 11 house tidying tips
Fascinated by Marie Kondo tidying up? Her KonMari method has been inspiring people worldwide to reorganise their rooms and 'live a life that sparks joy'. We bring you her basic rules and systems so you know how to declutter, just like Marie Kondo
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Staircase renovation – how to plan, design and cost your stairway
This is our complete guide to staircase renovation. From costing, to design, essential safety specifications and more
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Winter home improvements: 11 jobs to prepare your house for the cold months
Prevent potentially costly damage to your property this winter with these simple home maintenance tasks for your house and garden
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Cleaning leather: how to remove stains and keep this material in top condition
Whether you want to remove stains from a leather sofa or freshen up your favourite handbag, follow our guide to find out how to clean leather like a pro
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Orangery: design ideas, orangery costs and more expert advice
An orangery is a valuable addition to both period and modern properties. From orangery costs to planning and design ideas – this is all you need to know
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Mexican pancakes – an easy recipe for an epic savory breakfast
These Mexican pancakes are so easy to make and packed with flavor. Add a little avo, make it veggie or add extra cheese – this will be a breakfast to remember!
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How to build a home cinema room
Find out how to build a personal home cinema, one of the most sought-after additions to a luxury home
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Kitchen wallpaper ideas: 16 beautiful designs to update your space
These kitchen wallpaper ideas prove a quick, affordable and beautiful solution to kitchen walls in need of a some TLC
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Beef Wellington: these mini pies are the perfect meal for one – or more!
This beef Wellington recipe is perfect for one, two – or a crowd. Quick to prepare, cooked in the oven in no time, and fabulous-looking on the plate, it's an easy-short cut to a lovely Sunday lunch or weekend dinner
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Bircher muesli – this is the easiest recipe you'll every try
Bircher muesli is having a moment. Perfect for autumn, it's an overnight oats recipe you'll love to power you through the work/school/lockdown week
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Tornado potato: tasty, satisfying (and a little bit naughty)
The tornado potato is a potato dish with a twist, quite literally. It looks great on the plate, is pleasingly crispy and goes with everything
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Chili con carne: this is the easiest recipe ever – and you can go meat-free, too
This chili con carne recipe is easy and fail-safe – and you can swap out the carne for a veggie mince if it you want a meat-free meal
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Jamie Oliver's fried eggs and root vegetable hash is healthy – and hearty
This root vegetable hash is the perfect weekend breakfast – AND it gets loads of your five a day into you before you've even properly woken up...
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Vegetarian cottage pie: Jamie Oliver's cottage pie is a tasty hotpot
This vegetarian cottage pie by Jamie Oliver is a new take on the classic recipe – but, boy, is it tasty!
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Fall decor – 8 gorgeous ideas to make your home feel super cozy
Looking for autumn or fall decor ideas to make our suddenly chillier homes feel warm and welcoming? Try these simple, speedy makeovers
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How to remove red wine stains – 5 of the best ways to do it
Here's how to remove red wine stains from everything, including home furnishings and (ahem) bed clothes...
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Healthy muffins: this recipe is perfect for brekkie on the go
These healthy muffins are ideal if you're back to school, back to work, back to the weekly grind. They're filling, tasty and – more importantly, sugar-free!
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Scottish breakfast: this stack is a brunch that'll keep you full 'til bedtime
Every now and then we need an indulgent brunch – and this Scottish breakfast is it. Unapologetically protein-packed, you won't eat it every day but you'll LOVE it once in a while
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Sesame chicken: Jamie Oliver's new roast chicken recipe has a killer side, too
Jamie Oliver's launched his new book 7 Ways and in it there's a sesame chicken recipe to die for – it's perfect for all seasons, too
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Coddled eggs: try our basic recipe, with Martha Stewart's expert tips
Coddled eggs are a little like poached eggs but (dare we say it?) better. Here's how to make them, with a little help from Martha Stewart
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8 beige room ideas – that prove it's beautiful, not boring
Looking for beige room ideas, inspired by Dulux naming Brave Ground as their Colour of the Year 2021? Keep a-scrolling
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5 room ideas that embrace the dark and moody interiors trend
If you've been looking for room ideas, you may have noticed how interiors have been getting darker recently: emerald greens, magenta, navy – even black. Intrigued but unsure how to introduce this trend into your home? Check out our five ideas below
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Loft conversion costs 2020 and how to successfully plan your project
This is everything you need to know about loft conversion costs this year. We talk you through planning and budgeting for your home improvement project in 2020
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