Latest articles by Lizzie Thomson
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How to kill germs when washing clothes - according to the experts
Ensure the cleanest of cleans
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Easter decorating ideas – from easy DIY makes to fun seasonal updates
Make the Easter holidays eggs-tra special this year, with these fun DIY decor ideas
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How to make a mosaic table – upcycle a side table with tiles and paint, step by step
Follow these easy instructions to make a unique mosaic side table, courtesy of B&Q.
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Pallet ideas to transform your garden with recycled wood
DIY your outside space this summer with pallets turned into tables, planters, bars and more
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Primark has introduced pretty shopping bags which double up as wrapping paper
A savvy, eco-friendly solution!
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Could the FlyLady cleaning technique be the next Marie Kondo method?
Thinking about decluttering but feeling overwhelmed by the thought? This new approach could be the one for you.
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Prepare to be wowed by this amazing bathroom makeover
Clever planning has given the owner of this house in South West London the en suite of her dreams
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The unexpected way homeowners can help NHS staff as they fight coronavirus
You may not have realised this key thing could be big help for medical workers...
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Be inspired by the best wardrobe organisation ideas from Instagram
Lockdown is the ideal time to tackle some tiding tasks
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Creative mum makes Harry Potter furniture by collaging pages from the book
It's a magical creation!
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The unusual door trend that’s sweeping social media
Instagram is filled with colourful doors but this new trend is focusing on a particular part
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The fashionable floral Mother’s Day gift that’s in high demand this year
Fresh bunches have taken a back seat...
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Instagram’s prettiest hand-washing stations for bathroom and cloakroom inspo!
Our favourite sink set-ups sweeping social media...
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The bold new ceiling trend that’s taking over Instagram
It's time for the top of your room to shine
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This is how to show support for the NHS workers from your home at 8pm today
The 'Clap For Our Carers' event is taking place tonight and you can join in...
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A quarantine survival guide – anti-boredom activities to try at home
Looking for new and exciting things to try in quarantine? Here are some great ideas
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What measures are supermarkets implementing for safety during coronavirus?
Retailers are playing their part to help stop the spread of the virus
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The new coronavirus burglary scam to be aware of
It involves people posing as 'Covid-19 testers'.
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People are putting their Christmas lights up in March for this sweet reason
The hashtag #ChristmasInMarch is trending on social media.
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Last-minute Mother’s Day gifts that will arrive in the post by Sunday
Six presents that will make mum smile
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This company is offering free soap to anyone who needs it – grab yours now!
A very generous move from a young entrepreneur...
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Our favourite home office set-ups on Instagram – for self-isolating inspo!
Whatever your work-from-home space, Instagram has plenty of inspiration for you
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Ideal Home in the 1940s – digging for victory and upside-down living
To mark our 100th anniversary, we're looking back through our archives to see what we were covering in Ideal Home during the 1940s.
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The laundry day conker hack that will save you a fortune in washing powder – but would you try it?
Who knew something so simple could work so well?
