Dining room
Whether you're designing a separate room or part of an open-plan space, our dining room ideas will help you scope out the perfect eating area
Dining room
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These are the new rules you NEED to follow when entertaining
The dinner party is dead! Long live the “causal kitchen supper”, apparently!
By Rachel Homer
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Transform your dining space from functional to fabulous
Opulent golds, luxurious velvets and vibrant watercolour florals make entertaining an unforgettable experience
By Zoe West
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Entertaining? Give your dining room a luxurious look
You’ll love the glamorous new Butterfly House dining range from Sainsbury’s.
By Jane Kemp
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Simple Solutions: Luxe-look Ikea side table hack
Love Ikea hacks? We show you how to transform the Ikea Vittso nest of tables into a luxury item of furniture, complete with marble-effect top.
By Ideal Home
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Christmas table setting design ideas
Need Christmas table setting inspiration? From crafty tips to formal touches, explore these festive design ideas and arrangements
By Tamara Kelly
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Dream Homes: Wander through the dining room of this Hampshire home
Arabella St John Parker and Stephanie Dunning take a look at the stunning dining room of this Hampshire home.
By Tamara Kelly
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Festive dining with a modern twist
Take a look these stand-out ideas for dressing up your dining table on Christmas Day, brought to you by Livingetc. Find more tips and ideas at housetohome.co.uk/christmas
By Tamara Kelly
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How to make a buttoned chair cover
Five simple steps to follow to make a buttoned chair cover.
By Tamara Kelly
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Budget Christmas table ideas
After crafty and thrifty ideas for decorating your dining table this Christmas?
By Ginevra Benedetti
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How to host a dinner party without a dining table
We've all been there, you've got 12 friends coming round for a dinner party but you've only got a dining table meant for four. But, fear not, with these ingenious ideas you won't need a dining table
By Amy Hodge
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Dinner plates - our pick of the best
Forget drab table settings and liven up your dining room with a set of eye-catching dinner plates. A bold flower print can give your space an artistic, painterly feel, while simple gold edging can look super smart and stylish.
By Stephanie Hendries
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How to fit EVERYONE around the table this Christmas
Simple solutions to defy your tiny dining table and host a mega Christmas for all the family
By Tamara Kelly
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How to upholster a dining room chair seat pad
Have a go at this upcycling project to give dining chairs a new lease of life
By Tamara Kelly
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Craft corner: How to make Christmas table favours
If you're after some simple festive craft ideas learn how to make these pretty table favours
By Ideal Home
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The Handmade Wedding: How to make rustic country centrepieces
We show you how to make a rustic centrepiece that's perfect for a wedding.
By Ideal Home
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Challenge Kate: Pallet coffee table
Challenge Kate demonstrates to us how to upcycle a pallet and turn it into a coffee table.
By Ideal Home
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Craft Corner: How to make a spring place setting
We show you step by step on how to make a lovely spring place setting to brighten up the room.
By Ideal Home
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Craft corner: How to make a decorative place setting
We show you how to make a pretty place setting for your dinner guests in a few simple steps.
By Ideal Home
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Style Secrets: Give a table lamp a folk-inspired makeover
Watch our video to learn how to give a table lamp a folk-inspired makeover. This simple step-by-step guide is perfect for a weekend project.
By Ideal Home
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Host a Come Dine with Me party at home
Compete with friends for the title of 'ultimate dinner party host'
By Tamara Kelly
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Dinner party politics: How much do you spend to impress your house guests?
New research reveals how much Brits are spending on dinner parties…you may want to think about upping your game!
By Tamara Kelly
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Placemats - Our Pick of the Best
Looking for placemats? From classic seagrass to bright and cheerful designs, we’ve picked a selection of our favourite placemats
By Caroline Keenan
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Cool ways to upcycle old chairs
Upcycle an old chair to create something unique and add personality
By Tamara Kelly
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5 easy hostess gifts to wow your friends
Be your hosts favourite guest with home-made treats from the kitchen. Add a few finishing touches to these simple ideas for a one-of-a-kind gift.
By Alice Humphrys
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Take a seat! Here’s 10 of the best dining chairs
Our pick of stylish dining chairs, from elegant upholstered designs to more informal styles for the kitchen
By Georgina Probert
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Coastal craft: make simple seaside-style baubles
Create personalised place name holders for a summer party table
By Susan Shepherd
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How to fold a napkin into a bunny
Discover how to make a napkin into a bunny using Country Homes and Interiors' easy instructions
By Caroline Keenan