Latest articles by Amy McArdle
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7 interior design trends our editors say are overdone, and are so ready to leave behind
Which design trends have reached saturation point? Our editors spend all day looking at beautiful homes, here's what they think
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We're calling it: everyone's going to want this bookcase from Drew Barrymore's new furniture collection
Get your credit card ready, we have a feeling this stylish (and surprisingly affordable) piece of furniture for Drew Barrymore's new Walmart collection will sell out
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9 of the best affordable sofas – elevated designs for your living room that won't break the bank
If you are looking for a chic sofa on a budget, look no further than our shopping edit of affordable, yet on-trend couches
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How to save seeds for next year's garden – it'll save you money and improve your vegetable crops, too
As the main growing season comes to an end, it's the perfect time to harvest seeds from your garden vegetables to save for next year. Here's how to do it
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5 things interior designers say every living room should have in it – are you missing any?
How many of these items can you tick off this living room checklist interior designers swear by?
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5 gardening jobs you should really do in September to get your backyard ready for fall
Everything you should be doing to prepare your yard for the colder months, according to gardening experts
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How do I keep bees off my hummingbird feeder? 5 simple tricks to try
We love bees, but there's a time and a place for these helpful insects, and on your hummingbird feeder is not it
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The best privacy trees for small backyards – 7 screening varieties that work for tiny spaces
These privacy trees for small backyards will not only add to your garden's aesthetic but also offer much-needed seclusion
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How to prepare your outdoor furniture for fall and winter – 3 things to do now, and 3 to always avoid
We asked the experts what we should be doing now to keep our outdoor furniture looking its best for next summer. Here's what they told us
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A ketchup-colored paint? It might sound like a gimmick, but "tomato red" really is the trend to look out for in 2024
This collaboration between Heinz and paint brand Lick might sound like an unlikely partnership, but these bold tomato-inspired tones are surprisingly stylish
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"It's a crucial month for your grass" – 4 things you really should do for your lawn in September
We ask a lawn care expert - how should you take care of your lawn before fall arrives?
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5 things that people who store their bed linen properly always do – it'll make sheets look (and smell) better
Avoid damaging your bed linen by adopting these helpful storage tips that organizing professionals swear by
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Sarah Sherman-Samuel has gone all in on this big outdoor wellness trend - but is it worth the investment?
Committing to this wellness trend is a big ask for a backyard, but it could change how you live your life
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Should I have books on display? Why designers and Feng Shui experts want you to rethink your shelves
There's a reason why some interior designers and Feng Shui practitioners suggest their clients pare back their bookshelves
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3 "abundance" rituals for your home to do on the first day of the month – they're said to usher in good luck
It's the first of the month – and now's the time to cleanse your home with these rituals, according to spiritual experts
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3 "unlucky" paint colors you might want to avoid if you're superstitious – and the lucky ones to choose instead
According to Feng Shui experts, some colors can be deemed unlucky, while others offer you good fortune. Here's what you need to know
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Valspar's Color of the Year 2024 feels rejuvenating – and it's almost a perfect match for EmRata's chic couch
The paint brand's color pick for 2024 is one that once felt a little dated, but we're seeing crop up more in chic homes like the one belonging to Emily Ratajkowski
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4 things you can paint in your kitchen (that aren't the cabinets) to give it a whole new look
Give a kitchen a fresh lease on life with these quick, easy and surprising paint jobs
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This paint Color of the Year for 2024 sees a surprising shade re-emerge – and we're already on board
Is paint brand Glidden's Color of the Year the neutral that's replacing greige? Here's what our color experts say
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3 decluttering tips every true Virgo should know - or anyone who wants a truly organized home
Be more Virgo and get your life in order with these easy organization tips from experts
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This genius IKEA kitchen hack hides away an easy-to-use trash can in an otherwise awkward corner
Check out how this clever DIYer concealed her kitchen's trash can with this nifty trick
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This genius buy that's going viral online makes DIYing a tiled kitchen backsplash so much easier
Avoid messy (and tricky to apply) adhesive when tiling with this clever buy that DIYers online swear by
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When to cut back roses - deadheading advice from gardening pros for better blooms year on year
Deadheading roses can be intimidating, but it's an essential part of their maintenance, say these experts
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The best cold plunge tubs – buys for every budget to bring cold therapy to your backyard
Cold plunge tubs come is all sorts of shapes and sizes, and we've found the best starting from just $100