I didn’t realise this one thing about electric blankets until I started testing them for a living – it convinced me to buy my own

As the weather has turned colder this month, there’s one thing that’s been helping me to keep the chill at bay during the evenings. That’s having an electric blanket secured to my bed and ready to turn on if and when overnight temperatures drop. Plus, a heated throw folded up on the sofa, ready to … Read more

I can’t stop thinking about Habitat’s new striped sofa bed – and it’s less than £400

Who said sofa beds can’t be bold and stylish? And if you need any proof in the matter, may I introduce you to Habitat‘s new Andy Fabric Clic Clac Sofa Bed (£360). Decked out in on-trend black and white stripes, this sofa bed is the statement piece you’ve been looking for. Of course, the most … Read more

M&S’ £19.50 brushed cotton bedding has 100s of 5-star reviews and is selling out fast – ‘I struggle to get out of bed due to how cosy it is’

The weather has definitely turned, and with a cold front rolling in and temperatures plummeting, it’s little wonder that there’s one bedding set in particular that’s flying off the shelves in M&S. Yep, the brands’ soft and snuggly Pure Brushed Cotton Bedding Set is selling like hot cakes, and with prices starting from just £19.50 … Read more

I’ve been using this heated throw every evening to avoid putting my central heating on, and it’s currently on sale

I’m not sure about you, but in my house, there’s an unwritten rule that says the central heating shouldn’t be turned on until October. However, this September, the evenings have been cold, and this week they’re set to get colder still. Luckily, I’ve found a solution that’s been keeping me cosy on the sofa and … Read more

10 Closet Layout Ideas to Inspire Your Dream Renovation

A well-organized closet does more than reduce clutter — it enhances the functionality of all the spaces surrounding it. Whether you’re working with a small closet or a sprawling walk-in, the right layout can make all the difference. If you’re still looking for the right layout for your own closet, it’s time to say goodbye … Read more

I’m a bedding expert, and I know uni mattresses are always terrible – this is the sleep hack I wish all students knew

Freshers week is all about a fresh start – new life, new city and, very often, a new-found appreciation of how much you miss your bed at home. Let’s be honest, rarely has someone opened the door to their new uni bedroom and said “wow, that mattress looks incredibly comfortable”. Mattresses in student halls are … Read more

‘It convinced me to buy my new home’ – this is the bedroom feature house buyers want, according to property experts

If you’re planning to sell your home in the near future or you’re renovating a property with resale in mind, experts have revealed that there’s one bedroom feature that can be a crucial tipping point for house buyers. Kitchens and bathrooms are often considered to be the rooms that sell a house, but property experts … Read more

I moved out of London to the countryside – this is the £20 solution that stopped mice from getting into our bedroom

When my husband, our son, Rory, then two, and I sold our terraced house in Ealing, London, to move to Oxfordshire, we were looking forward to being surrounded by green space and wildlife. Ten years on, our family of three has become a family of four, and Rory and his brother, Seb, now nine, are … Read more