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Paper chains are the last-minute Christmas decoration that can transform your rooms

Christmas decorations in need of a little pizzazz? Try the humble paper chain – they’re easy to make at home and the perfect way to jazz things up
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Why we should always decorate like we decorate for Christmas

Christmas is a time when we all throw ourselves into the decoration of our houses with gusto… just as it should be, says interior designer Brandon Schubert, but why can't we do that all the time?
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How to pull Christmas out of the bag, even if you've done nothing until now

Fiona McKenzie-Johnston enlightens the holiday procrastinators and plan-averse among us as to how to pull together a last-minute Christmas… and who knows, it may just be your best one yet
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Breaking down the Swedish approach to Christmas decorating – and how to get the look at home

The timeless elegance of candlelight and greenery, and beautiful things to hand-make and bake
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Why are red and green traditional Christmas colours? (And the alternative palettes we’re loving this year)

This classic Christmas colour pairing will never grow old, but that doesn’t mean we can’t experiment with something a little different
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Poinsettias: how to grow and care for the Christmas plant

Poinsettias are Mexican shrubs that provide bold winter colour. Hazel Sillver looks at how to grow and care for them, plus 5 other festive red houseplants.
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Last-minute Christmas decorations you need to add to your tree this year

From great baubles to charming stockings, these are the high street brands we are looking to for stylish Christmas decorations
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Eight clever ways to decorate for Christmas when you have no space for a tree

You can deck the halls beautifully for Christmas, even if a tree is out of the question
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A minimalist's guide to coping with Christmas (when the stuff just gets too much)

Whether you prefer pared-down surroundings, or simply don’t have space for the full caboodle, Fiona McKenzie Johnston shares how to manage the most maximalist season
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A florist’s guide to simple, elegant table arrangements for Christmas

Florist and author Graeme Corbett of Bloom & Burn walks us through how he makes elegant table arrangements using seasonal local ingredients
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A florist’s guide to making a mantel garland using foraged and seasonal ingredients

What is more festive than a bit of crafting? Florist and author Graeme Corbett of Bloom & Burn walks us through how he makes his festive mantel garlands, using seasonal local ingredients.
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How to make a Christmas wreath using seasonal, sustainable ingredients

What is more festive than a bit of crafting? Florist and author Graeme Corbett of Bloom & Burn walks us through how he makes his festive wreaths, using seasonal local ingredients.
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Budget-friendly Christmas decoration tips

Christmas decorations don't need to cost the earth. We canvassed the industry for the best budget-friendly ways to create a festive feel at home…
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How to make a Christmas wreath: a florist’s step-by-step guide

Hoping to create your own Christmas wreath this year? Let acclaimed florist Philippa Craddock show you how its done