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If you are thinking of redecorating this year and you're not sure what colours to go for, you could look to the trendsetters for some inspiration. Two very distinct colour themes have emerged for 2017: introducing "Denim Drift" by Dulux and "Greenery" by Pantone.Denim Drift is a blue-grey colour described by Dulux as, "the must-have color of 2017. It is truly adaptable, fitting into all life and interior styles, making it the perfect choice for reflecting our new perspective for 2017."                      Greenery is a vivid, zesty green. Pantone says during...

We’d all love to jet off to the sun in January to escape the bleak midwinter but we’ll settle for snuggling under a warm and cosy throw that just happens to look ever so gorgeous. Just add candles, hot chocolate and a good box set!

At Christmas we buy the tree, decorate the tree, pour a glass of wine and admire our handiwork. There's something so lovely about the greenery.Top tip for your festive home.....forage for some greenery and add it to a tray of candles, pop some fir branches into pots and votives on the mantelpiece. Add eucalyptus stems to your table centrepiece and see how it comes to life. Mini pots of cyclamen and baby firs add depth to your twinkly lights and displays of cards. A bucket of Holly at the door and don't forget the mistletoe!

As it is such a busy time of year we like to keep each task as fuss-free as possible. This decoration requires minimum effort but delivers plenty of impact. You might even have the components at home already. You'll need: 3 glass bottles (they don't have to match) 3 candles Some twine or raffia Some greenery (any evergreen works, or you could try eucalyptus) A flat platter or tray Simply tie a stem of the green stuff to each your bottles with the twine, add a candle and arrange on the tray or platter.  You can use any number of...

This decoration is fabulous on a door or newel post, but it also looks great on a wall, especially if you are short of space but still want that Christmassy vibe. All you need is a star, a bauble, some foliage and some ribbon. Tie it all together and you're done. Wooden Star in two sizes £8 and £12 Large, silver, glass bauble £4.50 Rosehip berry stem £9 Eucalyptus stem £8