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There are many bedroom color ideas that make a bedroom feel like a relaxing retreat, but warming colors, such as orange, yellow, red and purple can all make a stylish, colorful statement while also establishing a really snug atmosphere. Some warm colors associated with warmth can be very vibrant; however, there are many other calmer, more neutral shades, such as beige and brown, to choose for your bedroom ideas that can be easier to live with while creating a cocoon of coziness....

If you are growing Christmas cactus, it’s worth knowing that while it’s tempting to fertilize during fall and winter, this job actually needs to be done monthly during the growing season, between April and September. Experts explain in detail below, so that you can get the best show from one of the most loved Christmas plants. When to fertilize Christmas cactus Flowering from late November to the end of January, Christmas cacti – or Schlumbergera – dazzle with their star-like blooms in vivid shades of orange, pink, red, yellow, and white, making them one of the best winter house plants....

Spires of tiny, clustered star-like blooms, flower outside in March and April and make an eye-catching sight planted in beds, pots and window boxes. They can also be planted in containers or grown in a glass vase to fill your home with color and scent for Christmas and late winter. To help you get the best from these fabulous spring bulbs, we’ve rounded up the best advice on when to plant hyacinths including tips from the experts....

Or, perhaps you have a fireplace but don’t want your Christmas mantel decor disturbed? Either way, it leaves you with something of a dilemma. Interior stylists to the rescue. The solution, they suggest, is to assimilate stockings into other elements of your Christmas decor. That way, they’ll look perfectly natural and can even become a focal point in their own right, way before Christmas Eve. Here, some of our favorite home stylists offer their tips for hanging stockings without a mantelpiece so you can still enjoy this festive Christmas tradition....

Truly timeless, decorating with white is often one of the most popular choices for the home. Simple and sophisticated, this enduring neutral’s popularity lies in it’s versatility, effortlessly integrating into bold and subtle interior designs. When planning your dining room ideas, a white scheme can create a long-lasting, inviting space that can be easily updated and modified over time. Whether you choose white for your paint ideas, or want to establish a classic monochrome look, there are many options to choose from for your white dining room ideas....

If you’ve read up on how to get rid of mosquitoes, it is likely that you and your home are already less attractive to summer’s most annoying pest. However, even with the right prevention methods, you are unfortunately not guaranteed protection. And while it is important to know what keeps mosquitoes away – it is equally vital to know what attracts this insect – and, consequently, what to avoid to stay bite-free for the remainder of their season....

Put simply, yellowing leaves are a sign that something isn’t quite right and your plant is stressed. But, with a few adjustments to how you grow basil, you could salvage your herb and continue to enjoy its flavor in many Mediterranean-inspired dishes to come. 5 common reasons why basil plants turn yellow If you’ve added basil to your herb garden ideas – whether indoors or out – these tips will help you keep it happy and healthy....

But even the best blenders and best portable blenders can’t take on every kitchen task. Yes, they’re suitable for a wide range of kitchen duties, but there are some things for which you’ll need an alternative appliance or even a little work by hand. And it also pays to note that blender models have different capabilities. Some are specified for crushing ice, for example, but this isn’t the rule for every blender....

With time at home a new norm, dog owners have become even more appreciative of their canine companions (especially as a reported 46% of dogs like watching TV beside their owners). However current restrictions on daily walkies has meant that dog owners need to get creative to ensure their four-legged friends remain happy and healthy. See: 10 best pet-friendly houseplants to keep your cats and dogs safe A study of 1,500 UK dog owners, commissioned by Devon-based, natural dog nutrition experts, Forthglade (opens in new tab), found that 57% of owners cite their canine companion as a best friend, with 88% saying their dog makes them happy and 60% saying their dog helps them deal with stress and anxiety....

Do I need planning permission for exterior cladding? Exterior cladding may fall under ‘permitted development’ provided the materials are of a similar appearance to those used in the construction but it depends on the extent of the work. If you live in a townhouse or semi-detached property, you will need to consider the impact on your neighbors. So check with your local authority before starting any work. Apply for planning permission if you live in a Conservation Area, a National Park, or an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty....

‘It sits on 100 acres, 38 of which are a world class arboretum with hundreds of rare and beautiful conifers and Japanese maples,’ says interior designer Erika Bonnell, who helped the owners redesign the property over the course of a three-year project. The Loudoun County home, which was built 25 years ago and inspired by the work of English architect C.F.A. Voysey, was in foreclosure when it was purchased by Bonnell’s clients, and needed both repairs and an interior update....

‘Christmas decor ideas needn’t be over-complicated, fussy or expensive, if we draw inspiration from our ancestors,’ says Annabelle Holland of luxury interiors brand Anbôise (opens in new tab). ‘Decorations in the festive season have always centered on the use of evergreens. Church records as far back as the Middle Ages even include entries for the purchase of holly and ivy. They did so because they symbolized eternal life and the promise of the spring to come....

The bird’s ageless symbolism has appeared everywhere – from early Biblical texts and Shakespearean plays to hand-painted Victorian wallpaper; this motif is certainly more than a fleeting feature. We caught up with some of our favorite experts to find out how to incorporate this whimsical interior design trend into your scheme. Why are bird motifs trending? ‘The resurgence of bird motifs for interiors are inspired by the desire for escape and healing that nature provided to us during the early days of the pandemic, and our desire to bring them indoors,’ explains Allison Block, Travers Creative Director (who worked with Zimmer + Rohde (opens in new tab) to design the print above)....

Recently, we reported on Chrissy and her husband singer John Legend’s unusual pampas Christmsa tree that stands in their entryway. Since then, she has shown off her kitchen Christmas decor ideas (they are seen on the second photo of the carousel below). The couple’s snowy decorations, exhibited on their chic open-shelving, show what is possible with a small amount of attention and care. The biggest lesson we can learn? Don’t forget the kitchen when decorating for the holidays....

An important factor in the design of Craftsman homes is that they have as much character on the outside as exists on the inside. They’re not too sleek like mid-century homes, and don’t come with the price tag or the larger scale of Georgian brick homes or colonial mansions. Instead, this most charming of house styles has been one that middle-class people first built and has now become a charming favorite of Californian life before being adopted around the country....

The studio uses over 5,000 colors in wool and silk in varying piles, and also creates flooring with tufting specialists in Britain, so that the design options are seemingly limitless. But it is Deirdre’s deep-seated intuition for the power of color and composition that has won widespread accolade and admiration. Here, we interview Deirdre about her approach to her work, her interior design tips, her dream client, and of course, how she established Deirdre Dyson (opens in new tab)....

‘There is something rather wonderful about the opportunity and optimism that a new year offers,’ says Tricia Guild of Designers Guild (opens in new tab). ‘In many Nordic countries, they find the blanket of snow – that invariably covers the landscape in January with its pristine whiteness – a perfect time to re-set and re-focus, which feels like a very worthwhile exercise even with the absence of snow. ‘The last couple of years have taught us so much about our quality of life, how our homes are our havens, how time spent outdoors in nature can be life-affirming, how our families and friends are vital to our well-being… it’s important to hold these values close as we look forward to hopefully, a more “normal” year....

This fall, you can be transported to a charming café in the heart of Lebanon, whisked away to bask in the sun on an island off of Venice – then arrive in Kyoto – all without leaving your home. We are talking, of course, about Diptyque’s brand new ‘Le Grand Tour’ collection. Diptyque’s ‘Le Grand Tour’ collection In this new collection, Diptyque brings magical destinations alive, allowing you to experience the essence of Paris, Venice, Milies, Kyoto, and Byblos....

Designing 1,114 architectural works of all types – 532 of which were realized – he created some of the most innovative spaces in the United States. The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater being some of his most noted accomplishments. With a career that spanned seven decades before his death in 1959, Wright’s visionary work cemented his place as the American Institute of Architects’ ‘greatest American architect of all time....

From juicers and blenders to air fryers and toaster ovens, our collection of appliance deals can help you equip your kitchen counters with top brands at discounted prices. Some of the biggest and best brands have excellent discounts this year, with savings on coffee makers from Nespresso and Keurig to air fryers from Ninja and Phillips. Having tested many small appliances here at Homes & Gardens, we have expert insight on some of the top products so that we can bring you the best throughout the holiday sales....