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Garden inspiration from Chelsea Flower Show 2012

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/garden-inspiration-chelsea-flower-show-2012/148645

Wallpaper of the week

iVillage UK's Home & Garden editor offers up a beautiful wallpaper to reflect the mood, weather, trend or fickle fancy of the week - a pleasure for the eyes and inspiration for your home...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/wallpaper-the-week/144300

Cross stitch a 'me time' eye mask

A cross stitch pattern for a 'me time' eye mask so you can unwind in style

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cross-stitch-a-me-time-eye-mask/148545

Precious

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/precious/148467

Garden parasols for summer shade

Whether you're heading to the beach or making the most of your outdoor space, a parasol is a must-have summer accessory. Our selection of quirky styles, wild prints and classic creations offers something for every taste and budget so you can be parasol perfect...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/garden-parasols-summer-shade/128401

Easy breezy ways to brighten up your home

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/easy-breezy-ways-brighten-your-home/148434

What's the perfect dog breed for you?

If you’re thinking about getting a dog, you need to do your homework to find out exactly which breed will suit you best. Whether you live in the city or out in the sticks, it’s not just your lifestyle that matters it’s your personality too. So take our Perfect Pooch compatibility test to discover your perfect pedigree chum!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/whats-the-perfect-dog-breed-you/148398

6 modern bathroom flooring ideas

If you're planning a bathroom revamp, don't be afraid to make a statement with the floor. From detailed mosaics to poured concrete, here's 6 ideas to whet your appetite.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/6-modern-bathroom-flooring-ideas/148394

Pretty pots and planters for patio perfection

iVillage.co.uk's Home & Garden editor selects the best pots and planters for patios, decking and balconies - from crackle glazed cuties to bold slate boxes...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/pretty-pots-and-planters-patio-perfection/148094

Ponies

Our Community blogger Clauds talks about her passion for ponies and why she won't be placing any more bets on Grand National.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/ponies/148238

Top 10 pets for children

While not everyone will want to commit to taking on a dog, there are several smaller animals which could become loving companions for younger pet lovers. In no particular order, here is our list of the top ten pets for children...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-pets-children/92194

Caring for the unloved

Our Community blogger, Clauds, talks about her experience of fostering small furries.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/caring-the-unloved/148090

Knitting pattern finder

Whether you're taking to the knitting needles for the first time or you're a seasoned stitcher, we have a selection of easy-to-follow knitting patterns to suit all abilities.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tool/knitting-pattern-finder

Bean me up! Top 10 coffee machines

A guide to 10 of the best coffee machines, from pod models to bar-pump varieties and bean-to-cup types for serious coffee-lovers...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/bean-me-top-10-coffee-machines/147531

Knit a cool and casual waffle beanie

A step-by-step guide to knitting a slouchy, versatile waffle beanie on circular needles

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-cool-and-casual-waffle-beanie/147294

Chain stitch and double crochet

In her second video blog entry Amanda shows two very basic crochet stitches - chain stitch and double crochet.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/chain-stitch-and-double-crochet/147298

Top 10 modern conservatories

10 modern conservatory designs to inspire the architecture and furnishings of your extension...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-modern-conservatories/147133

Three things we must do to save the bees, ourselves and the planet

Bee expert Phil Chandler looks at the A-B-C: three things we need to work on to improve our planet's wellbeing

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/three-things-we-must-do-save-the-bees-ourselves-and-the-planet/147062

The best country garden designs

A photo gallery of country garden designs and inspiration - from delicate rose archways to spectacular borders bursting with colour...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-best-country-garden-designs/146763

Cutest dog breeds: from puppy to adult

Take a look at some of the cutest dog breeds from when they're a pup to when they're all grown up. You never know - it may inspire you to add an extra member to the family...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cutest-dog-breeds-puppy-adult/146692

What are the best sunny climbers?

Can you recommend a few climbers for a very sunny wall?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-are-the-best-sunny-climbers/146589

Peek inside a London Victorian villa

We open the doors of a tastefully modernised Victorian villa in London, where white walls meet juicy bright accents to create a practical and stylish family space...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/peek-inside-a-london-victorian-villa/146583

Simple solutions to the most common garden problems

Caroline Tilston has been advising people on their gardens for years. Here, she brings together the most common garden problems and offers stright-forward and practical solutions. So your garden will realise its full potential.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/simple-solutions-the-most-common-garden-problems/146540

Top tips for a summer garden party

We are planning a garden party in the summer. What should I plant for added interest in the garden?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-tips-a-summer-garden-party/146369

5 of the coolest cross stitchers

Cross stitch is colourful, portable, inexpensive, and it takes 30 seconds to learn the basics. Meet five of the designers and stitchers showing us how cross stitch can also be as sweet or subversive as you like

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/5-the-coolest-cross-stitchers/146327

Super cute spring lambs

A photo gallery of cute spring lambs with silly captions to make you laugh and go 'awww'...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/super-cute-spring-lambs/146258

10 of the best wall clocks

Ten of the best wall clocks around, from the stylish and affordable to the sublimely expensive and inspiring, for the kicthen, living room, bedroom and hallway...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-the-best-wall-clocks/146151

How to lift the garden with pots full of flowers

Garden designer Elspeth Briscoe shares her advice on how to make the most of your garden with a few pots, delicate flowers and a bit of creativity...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-lift-the-garden-pots-full-flowers/146154

Any tips for introducing kids to gardening?

What's the best way to get young children interested in gardening?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/any-tips-introducing-kids-gardening/146139

Stylish vases for spring flowers

Showcase spring's flowers with one of these stylish, must-have vases...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/stylish-vases-spring-flowers/125371

Let the sunshine in: 10 ways to photograph flowers like a pro

Renowned photographer Sue Bishop shares 10 tips for captuyring perfect photos of flowers

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/let-the-sunshine-in-10-ways-photograph-flowers-a-pro/145976

Be a spring clean queen: the bedroom

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/be-a-spring-clean-queen-the-bedroom/124266

Pink climbing roses: advice please...

I am keen to plant climbing roses with pink flowers. Any suggestions?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/pink-climbing-roses-advice-please/145818

30 ways to display spring flowers

Bring the bursting colours of floral first bloom into the home with these fresh and exciting flower arrangements.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/30-ways-display-spring-flowers/125322

Win a personalised photo book worth £100

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-a-personalised-photo-book-worth-%C2%A3100/145461

Groundwork: spring gardening jobs

Spring is the season for groundwork in the garden. Duncan Heather lists the Spring gardening jobs to make sure your outdoor space reaches full bloom

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/groundwork-spring-gardening-jobs/145720

How can I protect my seeds from mice?

I have recently sown some broad bean seeds and something has taken them. Any ideas?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-can-i-protect-my-seeds-mice/145677

Peek inside a vintage-themed London home

Be inspired by this vintage-deco London home which combines reclaimed and antique furniture with dashes of bold, contemporary design.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/peek-inside-a-vintage-themed-london-home/145573

Can I grow primulas in pots?

I'm very keen on purchasing some primulas and was wondering if it is possible to grow them in pots?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/can-i-grow-primulas-in-pots/145336

Indoor style, outdoors - 2012 garden design

Caroline Tilston shares outdoor design trends for 2012 - with emphasis on creating interior style in the garden.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/indoor-style-outdoors-2012-garden-design/145313

Which small trees flower in spring?

I am looking for a small tree that will give me flowers in spring. Any ideas?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/which-small-trees-flower-in-spring/145078

Knit fresh green mitts for the start of spring

A knitting pattern for vine green mitts

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-fresh-green-mitts-the-start-spring/144941

Six things to know about the digital switchover

Gadget expert Nikki Moore shares six useful facts about the digital switchover

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/six-things-know-about-the-digital-switchover/144771

Where's the best place to buy plants?

My mother has come up with a list of plants that I should grow in my new garden. She has given me the full Latin names but I have no idea where to buy them. Can you help?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/wheres-the-best-place-buy-plants/144754

Cute couples: animals in love

Feel the love with our pick of the cutest couples in the animal world, from huggy horses and doting dogs to romantic rabbits and good old fashioned love birds...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cute-couples-animals-in-love/144490

What vegetables can I grow in pots?

I am keen to grow veg this year but it will have to be in pots. What types of crops should I grow?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-vegetables-can-i-grow-in-pots/144443

10 unromantic flowers

Thinking of giving flowers this Valentine's day - or any other romantic occasion? Learn the true meanings behind flowers before you give them to a loved one

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-unromantic-flowers/144918

Top 10 modern home offices

Get interior inspiration from these 10 modern home offices

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-modern-home-offices/144311

Cross stitch a twee bookmark

An easy-peasy cross stitch pattern for a twee bookmark - great for beginners, with plenty of opportunity for customising. That's friends' birthday presents sorted for the next year then...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cross-stitch-a-twee-bookmark/144286

Will mistletoe harm my trees?

I have a large amount of mistletoe in my apple tree – will it harm the tree?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/will-mistletoe-harm-my-trees/144076

Knit comfy cuffs for your wellies

A knitting pattern for a quick and easy project: welly toppers

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-comfy-cuffs-your-wellies/144074

Cutest baby animals

What's cuter than furry animals? Baby furry animals! Here are 26 pictures of the cutest creatures we could find. Enjoy!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cutest-baby-animals/143942

30 ways to declutter your home in 30 days

Organise your life and free your home from stress-inducing chaos with these simple strategies

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/30-ways-declutter-your-home-in-30-days/143529

Geek physique: fitness gadgets

Nikki Moore tips us off on three fitness gadgets to tech-up your new year's exercise plan

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/geek-physique-fitness-gadgets/143692

What are the best gardening courses to take?

I am considering taking a course this year and am keen on horticulture. Have you got any advice?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-are-the-best-gardening-courses-take/143687

Your guide to 2012 gardening trends

A guide to the predicted gardening trends of 2012

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/your-guide-2012-gardening-trends/143498

Can I make a living out of gardening?

I would like to start my own gardening business. Have you got any pointers?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/can-i-make-a-living-out-gardening/143288

Peek inside a beautiful Buckinghamshire cottage

We take a look inside a beautifully renovated 19th century thatched cottage in rural Buckinghamshire for decorating ideas...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/peek-inside-a-beautiful-buckinghamshire-cottage/143258

Cross stitch a cute cupcake Thank You card

A step-by-step guide to creating your own cross stitched Thank You cards with a cute cupcake design

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cross-stitch-a-cute-cupcake-thank-you-card/143025

Green fingers, lean body - get fit gardening

If you're looking to inject some exercise into your life but are failing to see the fun factor, slip into something comfortable, slide on the gloves and get gardening. Stretching, lifting and all the toing-and-froing involved in arden maintenance will help burn calories, tone the body and lower cholesterol. It will also have a calming effect. What's not to love?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/green-fingers-lean-body-get-fit-gardening/143048

10 simple ways to restyle a room

10 easy ways to transform a room for maximum style and minimum fuss

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-simple-ways-restyle-a-room/142850

Is it wise to keep chickens in my garden?

I'm considering keeping chickens in my garden. What are your views on this from a gardener's perspective?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/it-wise-keep-chickens-in-my-garden/142940

How to combat winter allergies in the home

We may think of the summer as being a bad time for allergy sufferers, but according to the NHS, the number of people suffering from winter allergies hit record levels.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-combat-winter-allergies-in-the-home/142696

50 inspiring home organisation ideas

Want to get organised without sacrificing style? Get all the ideas you need for every room in the house!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/50-inspiring-home-organisation-ideas/135616

Top 10 craft books

10 great craft books to get your creative juices flowing

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-craft-books/142619

16 creative gift wrapping techniques

16 creative wrapping styles to give your gifts the edge.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/16-creative-gift-wrapping-techniques/141431

Super stylish planners for the new year

iVillage.co.uk's pick of the most stylish planners for 2012

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/super-stylish-planners-the-new-year/142571

Knit pretty in pink angora mitts

A knitting pattern for a pair of soft, pink angora mitts

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-pretty-in-pink-angora-mitts/142485

Win a poinsettia and brighten up your home this Winter

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-a-poinsettia-and-brighten-your-home-winter/140345

Win a CEWE PHOTOBOOK worth £100

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-a-cewe-photobook-worth-%C2%A3100/140287

10 top tips for a sparkling Christmas tree

Andy McIndoe shares his top tips on finding, decorating and maintaining the perfect Christmas tree

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-top-tips-a-sparkling-christmas-tree/141862

The iVillage Christmas tree photo album

If you had the 'ah' moment this year when you decorated your Christmas tree and turned the lights on, then why not take a picture and share the festive joy in our very own iVillagers' Christmas tree album.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-ivillage-christmas-tree-photo-album/141699

Secret Santa gifts for a fiver or less

There's no need to feel restricted by a measly secret santa budget. You'll be surprised at just what's available from novelty gifts to straightforward practical prezzies at a fiver or less.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/secret-santa-gifts-a-fiver-or-less/93181

Can I mow the lawn in winter?

My lawn is looking a real mess and I have family coming for Christmas. Can I mow it?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/can-i-mow-the-lawn-in-winter/141713

This year's best advent calendars

The countdown to Christmas has finally begun, and how better to build up to the big day than with an advent calendar? The Gift Genies from GiftGenies.com let us in on this year’s most wanted.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/years-best-advent-calendars/139949

Smart TV for dummies

Gadget girl Nikki Moore explains Smart TV and gives a buying guide for anyone looking to invest in the internet television experience

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/smart-tv-dummies/141459

20 alternative Christmas trees

The days of flimsy plastic trees are long gone; artificial has gone high style. Check out this year's weird and wonderful alternatives to the traditional Christmas tree.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/20-alternative-christmas-trees/93111

What are 'hardy' and 'half hardy' annuals?

I have decided to try and grow plants from seed next year but am a little confused by some of the terms used in the catalogue (half hardy annual and hardy annual) Help!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-are-hardy-and-half-hardy-annuals/141134

Knit baby mittens - three styles, one pattern

A knitting pattern for three different styles of baby mitten

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-baby-mittens-three-styles-one-pattern/141119

Craft your own Christmas decorations

Caroline Tilston takes a break from giving gardening advice and focuses on bringing some greenery - and other colours - into the festive home with some crafty Christmas inspiration...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/craft-your-own-christmas-decorations/141131

Get tech savvy with these top tips

TV Gadget Girl Nikki Moore shares a couple of how-tos to keep you up-to-speed on the tech trends.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/get-tech-savvy-these-top-tips/141023

How to clean your home in time for Christmas

Get your home in tip-top shape for guests this Christmas with these expert tips...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-clean-your-home-in-time-christmas/140874

10 reasons to study gardening this winter

Garden designer Elspeth Briscoe shares her 10 reasons why now is the time to study gardening

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-reasons-study-gardening-winter/140748

What's the latest gardening trend?

I am really keen to give my garden a new look - what are the popular trends at the moment?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/whats-the-latest-gardening-trend/140389

Purls of wisdom - popular knitting patterns

A collection of the most popular knits on iVillage.co.uk with a link to the pattern so you can make your own

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/purls-wisdom-popular-knitting-patterns/140077

Get Christmas all wrapped up with a CEWE PHOTOBOOK

Christmas is fast approaching and if you’re stuck for ideas of what to buy your loved ones then don’t worry, CEWE PHOTOBOOK can help you get it all wrapped up!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/get-christmas-all-wrapped-a-cewe-photobook/140198

November must-haves

Nikki reviews her top four November must-have gadgets.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/november-must-haves/139937

How can I create a garden on a budget?

I am on a budget but want to create a nice garden. Have you got any ideas?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-can-i-create-a-garden-a-budget/139959

Knit a chullo hat for your man

A knitting pattern for a South American style Chullo hat with earflaps.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-chullo-hat-your-man/139613

Grow hyacinth bulbs to light up the festive season

Duncan Heather suggests planting hyacinth bulbs in time for Christmas and advises on how best to accomplish this festive DIY.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/grow-hyacinth-bulbs-light-the-festive-season/139578

What can I get an avid gardener for Christmas?

My mother-in-law is an avid gardener and I’d really like to get her a Christmas present with this in mind. What kind of things would you suggest I look at?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-can-i-get-avid-gardener-christmas/139518

The pretty things gift guide

From vintage tea sets to hand knitted mittens, here's our ultimate Christmas list of prettiness for the girliest of girls in your life

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-pretty-things-gift-guide/84027

The naked beauty of a winter garden

Leading horticulturist Andy McIndoe celebrates the bare beauty of shrubs in a winter garden and advises on the best buys and how to maintain them.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-naked-beauty-a-winter-garden/139016

What sort of composter should I buy?

I’m thinking of starting a compost heap in our garden but I don’t know much about it. We’re a family of four with a fairly small garden. What kind of composter should we be looking at and what should – or shouldn’t – we put in there?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-sort-composter-should-i-buy/138591

Where are the best garden arboretums in the UK?

I have gardening friends coming to stay and have little knowledge of places to take them. Any ideas?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/where-are-the-best-garden-arboretums-in-the-uk/138000

A garden of fairy lights is not just for Christmas

Garden designer Caroline Tilston pays tribute to outdoor fairy lights and examines ways of using them in garden decoration beyond the festive season...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/a-garden-fairy-lights-not-just-christmas/137963

15 weird family pet photos

Pets can be great companions, a comfort in hard times and extremely cute. They can also be ever so slightly weird as this selection of awkward photos from Awkward Family Pet Photos by Mike Bender and Doug Chernack, illustrates. Check out www.awkwardfamilypetphotos.com for more awkward pics.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/15-weird-family-pet-photos/137831

'Our buildings are our national treasure' - an interview with George Clarke

In an iVillage.co.uk interview, architect and television presenter George Clarke gives the excluive on his ground-breaking 2012 design project while discussing his influences, aspirations and appreciation of British housing.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/our-buildings-are-our-national-treasure-interview-george-clarke/137754

10 family bathrooms full of flair

10 design ideas for a stylish and practical family bathroom

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-family-bathrooms-full-flair/137573

Little acts, big heroes and inspiring communities

As the 5th Future Friendly Awards draw to a close, the overall winners of the Community, Little Hero and Big Hero Awards have been announced. Celebrating the sustainable efforts of community groups and individuals from across the UK and Ireland, the finalists and winners provide inspiring examples of how we can live more sustainable lives.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/little-acts-big-heroes-and-inspiring-communities/137536

iPhone cases for chic geeks

Nikki reviews a new stylish wristlet designed for the iPhone 4s.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/iphone-cases-chic-geeks/137433

Knit a spider bobble hat

Knitting pattern for a spider bobble hat with two size options - adult and child.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-spider-bobble-hat/137305

How can I give my garden a makeover?

I want to give my garden a new look. What is the most sensible first step?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-can-i-give-my-garden-a-makeover/137298

Stop! You don't need a quick garden fix

There's more to the winter garden than colour. Elspeth Briscoe looks at the beauty of a garden during the colder months - the bone structures emphasised by frost and seedheads glistening in the sun - and advises on how to make the most of your garden through winter.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/stop-you-dont-need-a-quick-garden-fix/137301

Howloween - dogs in costume

Halloween is an excuse for dressing up - yourself, your house... your dog. And if there's anyone out there who doesn't love a costumed canine, we've yet to meet them. In honour of Halloween, and pure entertainment, here's our pick of the best...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/howloween-dogs-in-costume/84023

Winter warmer gadgets

Nikki reviews three winter warmer gadgets to keep you cosy in the cold.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/winter-warmer-gadgets/136832

Sleeping beauty: prepare your garden for the cold

Horticulture expert Duncan Heather suggests a few garden tasks to get done before winter hits.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/sleeping-beauty-prepare-your-garden-the-cold/136822

The October giveaway, day 17

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-october-giveaway-day-17/136666

How can I add colour to my garden in winter?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-can-i-add-colour-my-garden-in-winter/136662

The October giveaway, day 14

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-october-giveaway-day-14/136339

10 ways to super style your hallway

10 stylish hallways to inspire your home

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-ways-super-style-your-hallway/136551

Knit a not-so-spooky pumpkin purse

Simple knitting pattern for a cute pumpkin purse - perfect for Halloween fun and easy to make.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-not-so-spooky-pumpkin-purse/136505

The October giveaway, day 12

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-october-giveaway-day-12/136336

Funky kitchen essentials

Nikki reviews some funky kitchen essentials such as onion goggles and gamepad chopping board.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/funky-kitchen-essentials/136172

Should I cut back the perennials in my border now or leave it until spring?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/should-i-cut-back-the-perennials-in-my-border-now-or-leave-it-until-spring/136177

Enter now for your chance to win a £100 Amazon.co.uk Gift Voucher!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/enter-now-your-chance-win-a-%C2%A3100-amazoncouk-gift-voucher/135807

Three stylish headphones

Nikki reviews three stylish pairs of headphones.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/three-stylish-headphones/135788

When should I be ordering bulbs if I want a good show next year?

Spring is my favourite time of the year and I am keen to make sure my garden is as pretty as it possibly can be next time around. What is your advice when it comes to preparing bulbs for spring?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/when-should-i-be-ordering-bulbs-if-i-want-a-good-show-next-year/135784

Win eco gadget goodies worth over £100!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-eco-gadget-goodies-worth-over-%C2%A3100/135614

10 quilts to keep warm in for autumn

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-quilts-keep-warm-in-autumn/135483

Win a £100 Gift Voucher to John Lewis!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-a-%C2%A3100-gift-voucher-john-lewis/135457

How can I get rid of weeds?

Our lawn is full of weeds - not just your standard dandelions but smaller ones which seem to mingle with the blades of grass. What's the best way to tackle them?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-can-i-get-rid-weeds/135337

28 must-have green gadgets

Be kind to the planet and your pocket with these top eco friendly gadgets.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/28-must-have-green-gadgets/130331

When can I move a small tree that is in the wrong place?

I've been wanting to move a small tree that's in an awkward place for some time now but I was unsure as to when is the best time to do it. Can you provide any advice?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/when-can-i-move-a-small-tree-in-the-wrong-place/134872

Three gorgeous iPad cases

Nikki reviews three stylish designer iPad cases.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/three-gorgeous-ipad-cases/134861

Designer Wayne Hemingway's recycled home

Designer Wayne Hemingway talks about his sustainable life and 'recycled' home.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/designer-wayne-hemingways-recycled-home/134686

37 garden, terrace and patio designs

These incredible gardens will inspire you to get outdoors and get your hands dirty. Whether you have a small space or a sprawling plot, we'll help you make the most of it.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/37-garden-terrace-and-patio-designs/129157

15 cake stands to compliment cupcakes

iVillage's selection of the best cake stands available today

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/15-cake-stands-compliment-cupcakes/134613

September must have gadget accessories

Nikki reviews some funky accessories for September in preparation for the next season.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/september-must-have-gadget-accessories/134398

When should I start preparing my garden for winter?

Last year I didn't prepare my garden for winter and some of my plants really suffered or even died because of the cold. When do I need to start preparing the garden and how?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/when-should-i-start-preparing-my-garden-winter/134396

25 of the cutest puppies

For your viewing pleasure, it's the iVillage pick of 25 of the cutest puppies.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/node/133964

What kind of soil do I have in my garden?

How can I find out what type of soil I have in my garden? I read recently that soil is either acid or alkaline but I'd really like to know more as I understand this could inform my decisions when choosing plants for the garden.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-kind-soil-do-i-have-in-my-garden/133905

How to grout tiles like a pro

A simple step-by-step to grouting tiles. Why pay someone when you can do it yourself?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-grout-tiles-a-pro/133840

How can I get rid of slugs in my garden?

I've noticed some of my plants have a clear shiny film on the leaves and flowers and some of the leaves have small round holes in them too. Could this be snails and/or slugs and if so should I act now before further damage is caused? What's the best way of getting rid of them?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-can-i-get-rid-slugs-in-my-garden/133739

Geeky buys for bank holiday bliss

Gadget guru Nikki Moore runs through some nerdtastic products for the August bank holiday

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/geeky-buys-bank-holiday-bliss/133460

What's right for my roof terrace?

I have a roof terrace that could do with a splash of colour. What can I buy and/or plant now that will have some degree of longevity?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/whats-right-my-roof-terrace/133287

Beauty gadgets for smooth summer skin

Nikki recommends the best beauty gadgets for smooth, summer skin.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/beauty-gadgets-smooth-summer-skin/133178

Little actions that make a big difference

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tool/little-actions-make-a-big-difference

Cheer yourself up with the August must-haves

Nikki presents the cheerful August must-have gadgets.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cheer-yourself-the-august-must-haves/132718

Vote for your Future Friendly winner!

The 5th Future Friendly Awards is a nationwide search for communities and individuals committed to making a difference by promoting sustainable living through their actions. The latest Awards have attracted a lot of entries from community groups and environmental heroes across the UK - all demonstrating the inspiring work being done around the country to help protect the planet.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/vote-your-future-friendly-winner/132717

38 of the cutest kittens

Here are some of the cutest kittens - from things of beauty to delightful darlings - that would melt even the coldest of hearts...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/38-the-cutest-kittens/132618

Win a Bosch Power Tool kit

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-a-bosch-power-tool-kit/132233

Who is greener - you or your kids?

Do your children put you to shame when it comes to eco-friendly living? Are you teaching them about recycling or it's the other way round? Find out with our revealing quiz.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/who-greener-you-or-your-kids/130329

Brighten up your office space

Nikki Moore presents several fun and colourful gadgets that are guaranteed to brighten anyone's office space.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/brighten-your-office-space/132225

Cat qualities humans admire

A recent survey revealed that nine out of ten cat owners envy the feline lifestyle. The research looked at out attitudes towards cat characteristics, here are some of the results...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cat-qualities-humans-admire/132083

10 ways to ‘green clean’ your home

A gallery about how to clean your home while protecting the environment

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-ways-%E2%80%98green-clean%E2%80%99-your-home/129544

6 steps to creating an eco garden

Six tips on creating a stylish eco garden that reduces carbon footprint.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/6-steps-creating-eco-garden/129655

10 simple ways to save water

Water brings life, health and vitality to every aspect of our day-to-day lives, so treat this precious but taken-for-granted resource with respect and make the most of every drop. Here are 10 tips for cutting your water use at home without sacrificing your quality of life.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-simple-ways-save-water/129901

Knit a lacy summer scarf

An easy-to-follow knitting pattern for a lacy scarf - ideal for the warmer months.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-lacy-summer-scarf/131975

It's easy being green

With all the demands of a busy lifestyle, balancing work, family and a social life can mean that living a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle is likely to be the last item on a long list of priorities. It’s easy to be put off by the thought that being sustainable is for those with more money and time – and really, what difference can one person’s effort make?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/its-easy-being-green/130346

How green is your home?

Is your home helping or hindering the environment? Take the quiz to find out if there’s room for improvement and how you can keep your surroundings eco friendly.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-green-your-home/130328

Win one of four brand new Hotpoint Eco Tech washing machines

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-one-four-brand-new-eco-tech-hotpoint-washing-machines/131140

Create an eco garden

Advice on how to create an eco garden

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/create-eco-garden/79678

Kirstie Allsopp - how to make a herb garden with the kids

Television presenter and mum-of-two Kirstie Allsopp shares her step-by-step guide to creating a herb garden with the kids.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/kirstie-allsopp-how-make-a-herb-garden-the-kids/131637

6 simple stitches

If you are teaching yourself to knit and want to cast off from your basic plain and pearl patterns, get started with six new stitches.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/6-simple-stitches/92146

What kind of garden suits your personality?

A quiz to help you work out a garden style which suits you

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-kind-garden-suits-your-personality/130911

Gadget essentials for summer

Nikki Moore suggests some top gadget essentials for summer.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/gadget-essentials-summer/130943

30 ways to treat stains with cupboard staples

You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on cleaning products; everything you need to remove even the toughest stains and clean some of your biggest messes can be found in your kitchen cupboard.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/30-ways-treat-stains-cupboard-staples/126260

Transform a Fairy Liquid bottle into a rocket

How to transform a Fairy Liquid bottle into a rocket

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/transform-a-fairy-liquid-bottle-a-rocket/79689

Crochet a flower hairband

An easy-to-follow crochet pattern for a multi-layered-flower headband

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/crochet-a-flower-hairband/130613

8 tool belt must-haves

Whether your job is laying a patio or changing a plug, this guide covers the tool belt must-haves so you can nail it...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/8-tool-belt-must-haves/130342

10 steps to energy efficiency

We’re all looking at ways of reducing our fuel bills – and the knock-on effect is that we can reduce carbon emissions considerably, too. Here are 10 steps you can take to make your home more energy efficient.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-steps-energy-efficiency/130147

Website of the week: inspired gifts

Nikki Moore's website of the week offers fantastic personal gift ideas for all occasions.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/website-the-week-inspired-gifts/129806

Father's day gadget guide

Nikki Moore suggests some top gadgets for father's day

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/fathers-day-gadget-guide/129572

Website of the week: daily discounts

Gadget guru Nikki Moore's website of the week offers great discounts on products and activities local to you...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/website-the-week-daily-discounts/129456

Do you have good Feng Shui?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/do-you-have-good-feng-shui/121533

Summer shopping for the home

Our 10 product summer guide covers subtle soft furnishings and flourishes to full-blown investments which will see you through many summers to come...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/summer-shopping-the-home/129355

Knit a pair of slouchy house socks

At the end of the day there is little better than kicking off your shoes and slipping on a soft pair of slouchy socks. Follow this pattern to create a pair of medium/large women's house socks that are just too good for shoes...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-pair-slouchy-house-socks/129137

Website of the week: apps for kids

Gadget guru Nikki Moore shares her website of the week - BestKidsApps - which advises on great phone and tablet applications suitable for children of all ages...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/website-the-week-apps-kids/129105

Must-have picnic products

A picnic is one of those must-do British activities when the weather hots up, to make the most of your al fresco experience check out these picnic must-haves. Hermetic seals and melamine never looked so good...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/must-have-picnic-products/92195

June must-haves

Gadget guru Nikki Moore's first iVillage blog covers her June must-haves: a great, stylish camera; cool headphones for fashion-forward ladies; and the coolest iPad case about...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/june-must-haves/128805

Gadget Guru

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/gadget-guru/128780

10 simple ways to save water (and energy too)

Water brings life, health and vitality to every aspect of our day-to-day lives, so treat this precious but taken-for-granted resource with respect and make the most of every drop

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-simple-ways-save-water-and-energy-too/79602

Flora, fauna and famous faces - Chelsea Flower Show '11

Our selection of stunning photographs from the most famous flower show in the world... Chelsea Flower Show, 2011

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/flora-fauna-and-famous-faces-chelsea-flower-show-11/128457

When to buy new garden furniture

Can I let you in on a little industry secret? Would you like to know when to get the best deals on new garden furniture? Well, its now, but you’d better be quick. The best time to look for garden furniture sales is during the ‘off-season’ of spring, autumn and winter.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/when-buy-new-garden-furniture/148436

Kim Woodburn's tips for an energy efficient home

Clean queen Kim Woodburn teams up with British Gas to deliver top tips for an energy efficient home.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/kim-woodburns-tips-energy-efficient-home/128077

How to hang a framed picture

This step-by-step guide will take you through the process of hanging a framed picture according to wall type - standard, hard or stud - so you won't end up with cracks and holes where your art should be...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-hang-a-framed-picture/127835

Tips for boiler maintenance during the summer

After a cold winter the time has finally come to start thinking about giving our central heating systems a well-earned break. The warm summer months mean cheaper gas bills, but it’s also a good time to invest in a spot of boiler servicing and other maintenance. Neglecting your central heating system for months on end can spell trouble when the chilly weather returns, so here are some simple boiler maintenance tips for the summer.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tips-boiler-maintenance-during-the-summer/148276

How to lay a patio - step by step

Regardless of your landscaping know-how - this simple step-by-step guide will give you the information needed to create a patio to meet your needs and personal taste...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-lay-a-patio-step-by-step/127674

Knit a mesh shopping bag

Ditch the plastic bag and become the envy of the checkout queue with this simple pattern for a mesh shopper...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-mesh-shopping-bag/127555

Top 10 barbecues

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-barbecues/126906

Win a £500 mega prize with O2 Home Broadband and take the stress out of moving home

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/win-a-%C2%A3500-mega-prize-o2-home-broadband-and-take-the-stress-out-moving-home/147465

How to change a three pin plug

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-change-a-three-pin-plug/126093

Focus DIY vouchers up for grabs!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/focus-diy-vouchers-grabs/125946

Top 10 trays for breakfast in bed

Make sure you've got the perfect podium for a breakfast in bed with one of these fabulous trays

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-trays-breakfast-in-bed/125871

What kind of dog are you?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-kind-dog-are-you/73964

Four colourful containers for spring

A guide to container gardening in spring

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/four-colourful-containers-spring/79674

5 ways to decorate with green

Five ways to decorate the house with enchanting green

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/5-ways-decorate-green/125505

10 gorgeous bedspreads

There's always call for a bedspread. These gorgeous designs - from plush velvety textures to chunky, floral quilts - are practical but, more importantly, super stylish...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-gorgeous-bedspreads/125156

Suzi Perry's must-have gadgets guide

Tech guru Suzi Perry tells us her top gadgets for a high style lifestyle. From cheap, practical accessories to sleek statement items. These must-haves are designed to enhance and enrich your homelife - practical, convenient and very cool...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/suzi-perrys-must-have-gadgets-guide/122812

Decorating tips for a romantic bedroom

Create a sexy, sensual space with these top decorating tips for a bedroom with the romance factor

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/decorating-tips-a-romantic-bedroom/124938

Bedroom colour schemes

A good bedroom welcomes you into the day ahead and sets the mood for sweet dreams. Keep it neat, surround yourself with personal knick knacks, and use colour to create the right atmosphere for you. Here are some ideas for using colour to maximum effect in the boudoir...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/bedroom-colour-schemes/124534

Pets at weddings

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/pets-weddings/123968

Cross stitch: tools of the trade

An introduction to the tools of the trade for cross stitch

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/cross-stitch-tools-the-trade/123737

How to: cross stitch

A step-by-step guide to cross stitch

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-cross-stitch/123795

The one where I can't face another night on the tiles...

Having spent months interior designing her London pad, Linda's thoughts turn to the 'garden' - currently a slated 'shower tray'. With a little help from garden designer Paul Baines Linda begins fixing her outdoor space...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-cant-face-another-night-the-tiles/123192

The one about the Polar Bear and the Unicorn...

Linda makes her annual pilgrimage to Maison et Objet exhibition in Paris and reveals the interior trends destined for top-end interior stores - and, less immediately, the highstreet... This is a must-read for design geeks!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-about-the-polar-bear-and-the-unicorn/122761

Diarmuid Gavin's spring gardening guide

Top gardener and Ideal Home Show '11 ambassador Diarmuid Gavin gives iVillagers ten top tips for making the most of their outdoor space.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/diarmuid-gavins-spring-gardening-guide/122653

The best vacuum cleaners

A run-through of the best vacuum cleaners on the market

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-best-vacuum-cleaners/122592

The one where my husband puts his foot in it

Linda's back with her first blog of 2011 and some great stories from the Christmas break. If you ever wondered what to do with a curling floorboard - don't step on it! As Linda's Husband learned the hard way. And the reclaimed school desks Linda picked up months back have finally been turned into kitchen cupboards and drawers - obscene graffiti still in tact!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-my-husband-puts-his-foot-in-it/122593

Crochet a ruffled neckwarmer

A simple crochet pattern for a ruffled neckwarmer

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/crochet-a-ruffled-neckwarmer/122458

Crochet pattern for a boy's stripey jumper

Simple stripes of double crochet and trebles combine for this sweater. Make it in jolly stripes of three shades for a comfy classic your little one will wear again and again

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/crochet-pattern-a-boys-stripey-jumper/79640

New year deco - the best of the sales

The January sales are an opportunity to bag a few household bargains, from tasteful trinkets to statement pieces, and what better place to shop for homewares than at home? Here's our pick of online reductions for a comfortable and stylish homelife in the new year and beyond...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/new-year-deco-the-best-the-sales/122353

How to combat winter allergies in the home

We may think of the summer as being a bad time for allergy sufferers, but according to the NHS, the number of people suffering from winter allergies hit record levels.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-combat-winter-allergies-in-the-home/142695

Knit a cable & lace hat

Follow this relatively simple pattern for a cable and lace hat and be well-armed for the cold winter months

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-cable-lace-hat/76422

Candlesticks - 10 of the best

As winter raps the door our thoughts turn to home comforts and curled-up nights in. The flicker of candlelight creates an immediate sense of warmth - with the bonus that its soft glow has a natural airbrushing effect on your wind-ravaged skin! Get some bougie bijou with these top 10 candlesticks

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/candlesticks-10-the-best/84026

An organised kitchen

How to get your kitchen organise: iVillage

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/organised-kitchen/79421

Top tips to save on your heating

With winter well and truly here, many of us will be putting our boilers into overdrive to beat the seasonal chill. Mark Krull, eco-expert and Marketing Director for Logic4training, offers his expert advice on how to stay warm while saving on your heating bills.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-tips-save-your-heating/122058

The hottest water bottles around

A selection of the best hot water bottles about

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-hottest-water-bottles-around/121949

Knit a three-in-one scarf

These scarves use one pattern to create three great effects! Working with different yarns and colourways as below will make your scarf a truly individual piece that will make a wonderful Christmas gift.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-three-in-one-scarf/76426

The one where I nearly eat the dog

Interior Designer Linda Barker gets snowed in at her Yorkshire country home, with just a few herbal teas and a couple of oatcakes for sustenence. With little or no DIY to get done, Linda runs through the best-selling items from her interior collections and reviews recent household design trends.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-nearly-eat-the-dog/121672

The one where my husband gets a bunk up

Linda gets her industrial marine bunk beds set up in the spare room or, as it's become affectionately known, 'the tip'. Space-saving, innovative and fun.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-my-husband-gets-a-bunk/121504

Homemade Christmas wreaths

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/homemade-christmas-wreaths/76425

Christmas gadget gifts

From shower radios to toilet golf, gift gadgets and gizmos for Christmas will have your friends gasping at the latest life-enhancing inventions

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/christmas-gadget-gifts/92184

Top 10 personalised Christmas gifts

If you really want to knock their Christmas stockings off, what better way than with a personalised gift? It shows you’ve gone that extra mile, guaranteeing a gift they’ll still be talking about next Christmas. Check out these thoughtful and stylish ideas brought to you by the Gift Genies at GiftGenies.com.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-personalised-christmas-gifts/139976

Your Christmas present wish list

Buying Christmas presents is always a minefield but equally as tricky is the sensitive, and some might argue, more important, issue of letting everyone else know what YOU want. Use our tool to make a list of your festive gift must-haves and subtly send it out to all those important people who will be making your Christmas one to remember.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tool/your-christmas-present-wish-list

5 simple steps to going green at home

Being more eco-friendly is becoming a priority in a lot of households with a recent report suggesting that almost six in ten adults in the UK aged over 25 claim to be more aware of their impact on the environment, and feel that they have a duty to protect it

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/5-simple-steps-going-green-home/76427

The one where I see the light

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-see-the-light/92957

The one where I see the writing on the wall

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-see-the-writing-the-wall/92958

Customised Christmas wrapping

Most of us love to rip open our Christmas presents. But, with a little imagination, you can make your wrapping as interesting as the contents - to ensure that in the run up to Christmas day your presents will look super stylish under the tree.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/customised-christmas-wrapping/76424

The one where I join the cabinet

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-join-the-cabinet/92959

The one where I learn my lesson

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-learn-my-lesson/92960

Mediterranean home style

hjhs

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/mediterranean-home-style/84025

The one where I join the gild

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-join-the-gild/92961

Desks for children

Whether they're drawing, reading or getting stuck in with early days homework - your child may well have more use for a desk than you do. Our gallery showcases a range of options to suit a variety of budgets, uses... and children!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/desks-children/84024

The one about the boutique sausage dog

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-about-the-boutique-sausage-dog/92962

Knit Halloween finger puppets

Get crafty this Halloween with these simple finger puppets. Once you've mastered the puppet pattern, play about inventing new characters for any occasion you fancy.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-halloween-finger-puppets/76423

The one about the olive branch and the Sycamore...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-about-the-olive-branch-and-the-sycamore/92963

Getting a new pet? 10 things to consider

It can be very exciting to get a new pet, but there are several things that you must carefully consider before giving a home to a new member of the family. Taking time to think things through and carefully looking at the pros and cons will help ensure that your new pet becomes a joy to own; not a chore and a drain on your energy and resources.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/getting-a-new-pet-10-things-consider/84022

The one which starts in the bath and ends up in the wardrobe...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-which-starts-in-the-bath-and-ends-in-the-wardrobe/92964

The one where I get what I want; not what I'm given...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-get-what-i-want-not-what-im-given/92965

The one where I (sort of) focus on work

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-sort-focus-work/92966

Green Queen interview

To celebrate National Organic fortnight we've launched a new blog - Zoe Robinson's Green Queen. With ethical living becoming a hot topic, check out our interview with Zoe for the low-down on the relevance, appeal and affordability of an ethical lifestyle.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/green-queen-interview/76421

A contemporary kitchen

Longing for a modern cooking space but not sure how to achieve it? Whether your style is straight lines, sweeping curves, or statement items, you can create a contemporary kitchen full of character...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/a-contemporary-kitchen/84021

The one where I come home tanned & impatient...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-one-where-i-come-home-tanned-impatient/92967

Space-saving beds go industrial

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/space-saving-beds-go-industrial/92968

Kitchen floors - 10 of the best

Your floor can make or break your kitchen design. From porcelain and vinyl to bamboo and laminate, pick one that's hard-working and looks great, too.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/kitchen-floors-10-the-best/84020

My life plan

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/my-life-plan/92969

Top 10 pet fads

Pet fads, championed by the likes of poochie hoochie Paris Hilton, will come and go. For your bemusement here's our pick of the top ten...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-pet-fads/92199

The perfect bed in 10 steps

No need to polish your halo! The secret to a good night's sleep is in the bed, not your conscience. Find the right bed for you with this 10 step guide...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-perfect-bed-in-10-steps/92198

Knit a Sundae Girl dress

Any little girl will look as sweet as sugar in this dress of creamy vanilla yellow and cherry red. It was designed by Simply Knitting magazine reader, Charlotte Siemens, who entered the magazine's competition to design a baby garment using Patons Fairytale yarn.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-sundae-girl-dress/79701

French Fancy

Incorporate a little French fancy into your home. Add stylish and elegant French designs around your home, whether it's an ornate chandelier in your lounge, a chaise longue in your boudoir or some delicious French Fancies in your kitchen. Here are a few of our favourites, viva la france!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/french-fancy/92197

Top tips for taking your dog on holiday

If you're holidaying with your dog, there are a number of issues to bear in mind to ensure both you and your pet enjoy your break to the fullest. Qualified vet Huw Morgan-Jones offers his expert advice on some of the key areas to consider

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-tips-taking-your-dog-holiday/79700

Statement Vases

With so many colourful flowers in bloom, why not bring your garden into your home and place them into some of these beautiful vases...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/statement-vases/92196

It’s easy being green

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/it%E2%80%99s-easy-being-green/130330

Knit a beachcomber bag

Inspired by shell-collecting trips, Amanda Crawford's shoulder bag is perfect for days at the seaside

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-beachcomber-bag/79699

Tea towels to dry for

tea towel gallery

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tea-towels-dry/92193

5 ways to include your pet in your wedding

Here are some suggestions for including your dog, cat, rabbit or goldfish in your big day...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/5-ways-include-your-pet-in-your-wedding/124383

When and how often should I worm my dog?

When and how often to worm a pet dog is a question many owners ask. Veterinary surgeon Iain Booth, from Vet UK, gives us the lowdown

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/when-and-how-often-should-i-worm-my-dog/79698

The teapot gallery

As world-renowned tea drinkers, the Brits love a good teapot. In celebration of this multifarious table piece we've compiled a gallery of our favourites, so stick the kettle on and browse our selection - We'll be mother...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-teapot-gallery/92192

Caring for a pet rabbit - expert advice

When all is going well rabbits are easy to care for but they can get ill quickly and die from lifestyle afflictions that are easily preventable. Veterinary surgeon Iain Booth offers his expert advice on how look after you pet

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/caring-a-pet-rabbit-expert-advice/79697

5 fabulous Easter crafts

Easter is the perfect time to put your craft-making skills to the test. Here are five fun ideas to get you motivated

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/5-fabulous-easter-crafts/79696

Improve your wellbeing - bring the outside inside

In today's chaotic world a sense of peace and harmony is more important than ever. Our environment has a considerable impact on how we think and feel and the right surroundings have the ability to help us relax, rest and refocus. So what better time than spring to freshen up a home or work environment and re-align ourselves once again

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/improve-your-wellbeing-bring-the-outside-inside/79695

10 keys to style

From Houdini's escapism to Alice's journey through Wonderland, keys are a symbol of the magical and obscure. Unlock your imagination with these inspired pieces for your home...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-keys-style/92191

Hiring builders - how to manage the project

Hiring builders for home improvement work can cause an element of anxiety but, if you have planned effectively beforehand, and done your homework thoroughly, you should find that the job will be fairly straightforward

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/hiring-builders-how-manage-the-project/79693

Hiring a gardener - top tips

Hiring a gardener can be a considerable investment, whether you're after a casual horticulturist or a specialist landscaper. Here are some factors you should consider

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/hiring-a-gardener-top-tips/79694

Rogue tradesmen: spotting the signs

There are some jobs around the home that you can't, or don't, want to do yourself; jobs that may require specialist skills. Hiring a professional to do it for you is often easier but can also be something of a minefield. Here are some top tips on how to spot the dreaded rogue trader

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/rogue-tradesmen-spotting-the-signs/79692

10 delightful doorknobs

Nobody said the doorknob had to be boring, in fact, it presents a fantastic opportunity to go wild with colour and style. So why do people still settle for subtle? From sublimely simple to ridiculously exhuberant, our pick of 10 will delight and inspire...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/10-delightful-doorknobs/92190

Print and go pattern for a kid's bolero

Knit this gorgeously snug Lotta Bolero with this print-and-knit pattern taken from Bright Young Things, #14.95 by HCR Publishing

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/print-and-go-pattern-a-kids-bolero/79691

Here's one we made earlier - a childhood icon back for 2010

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/heres-one-we-made-earlier-a-childhood-icon-back-2010/79690

Retro games

Mrs Bones the butcher's wife... in the conservatory with the... left foot... yellow... err... Kerplunk! We run through 10 of the best retro games... candlestick?

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/retro-games/92189

Folk it!

Folk style is high on the hot list for interiors in 2010. Think quirky accessories with woodland scenes, woven textures and a crafty edge. Get the look here with 10 of the best...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/folk-it/92188

Make: a knitted heart card

Nothing says 'I love you' like an overpriced store-bought card, eh? This Valentine's Day show you care while flaunting a little creativity with this cute knitted heart card. And with the money you save you can treat yourself. Take that commercialism!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/make-a-knitted-heart-card/122790

Missing out on memories? Photos revealed as the thing women dread losing most

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/missing-out-memories-photos-revealed-the-thing-women-dread-losing-most/122604

Keep in the heat

Reduce your fuel bills - and your carbon footprint - by insulating your greenhouse with bubble polythene, available from garden centres or directly from manufacturers.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/keep-in-the-heat/92187

Knit a christmas pudding tea cosy

A knitting pattern for a Chrismas pudding tea cosy

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/knit-a-christmas-pudding-tea-cosy/140237

Homemade Christmas

Bring Christmas back home this year with festive food made lovingly from scratch, homemade decorations for kids and grown-ups, and party nibbles made by your own fair hands.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tool/homemade-christmas

How to knit a baby santa suit

An easy to follow knitting pattern for a baby's santa suit

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-knit-a-baby-santa-suit/79639

The best Christmas tree ornaments

If you dig out the same old decorations year after year, consider treating yourself - and your tree - to a few new ornaments. From delicate porcelain to cracked silver vintage, we present the best of this year's styles...

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/the-best-christmas-tree-ornaments/93151

Top 10 festive wreaths

Wreaths are traditionally hung on a front door as a festive welcome to visitors. Make sure you find the right wreath for your home from this year's colourful mix.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-festive-wreaths/93060

A feast of foliage

By combining various colours and textures, a foliage container can be as eye-catching as one filled with flowers and holds its appeal for far longer. Learn how to make your own here

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/a-feast-foliage/92186

Top tips for a cosy Christmas home

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-tips-a-cosy-christmas-home/79688

Colour in an instant

Plant up containers with seasonal favourites to provide lots of cheerful colour until spring

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/colour-in-instant/92185

Retro style: the Eighties

Be warned - the Eighties are back. Lycra, puffball skirts and garish prints have returned to the catwalks, and interiors are following suit with shagpile carpets and furry phones. Love it or hate it, here are our top picks for this season's brashest trend

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/retro-style-the-eighties/92181

Top 10 storage units

Clear the decks, stow away your knick-knacks and say hello to space again with our top pick of living room storage

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-storage-units/92182

How to take fuschia cuttings

A guide on how to take fuschia cuttings

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-take-fuschia-cuttings/92180

Designer style for under 100 pounds

Get in vogue with these affordable designer goodies. They're all under ?100 so you don't have to wait for a windfall this autumn

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/designer-style-under-100-pounds/92179

Our favourite pots and pans

Get steamy in the kitchen with our pick of the top pots, pans and dishes. From paella to steamed veg, this is your one stop guide for cooking in style

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/our-favourite-pots-and-pans/92178

Perfect prints

Jazz up a plain room with a bold statement piece. Go graphic with our pick of the best prints from our exclusive design boutique

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/perfect-prints/92175

Designer style on a budget

Get designer style at a fraction of the price. These quirky and unusual products from an eclectic collection of renowned designers, are all under ?25. Snap them up quick for serious design kudos!

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/designer-style-a-budget/92176

Top 10 glasses

Serve your drinks in style with our pick of the best glasses. From sleek martini glasses to colourful tumblers there's something to suit everyone.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-glasses/92177

gardeners' world

It's not too late to plant up an instant patio display, and nothing could be simpler, quicker or cheaper than this dish of hardy, succulent alpines

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/gardeners-world/92174

TLC for top tomatoes

Advice on how to grow and nurture tomatoes

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/tlc-top-tomatoes/92173

How to decorate with white

Advice on how to incorporate white into your home decoration

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-decorate-white/92171

How to decorate with yellow

Advice on how to incorporate the colour yellow into your home decoration

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-decorate-yellow/92172

How to decorate with purple

Advice on how to decorate using the colour purple

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-decorate-purple/92169

How to decorate with red

Advice on how to decorate your home using the colour red

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-decorate-red/92170

How to decorate with green

Advice on how to incorporate green into your home decoration

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-decorate-green/92168

Turn up the heat

Light up your patio with this exotic potful of sizzling summer annuals

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/turn-the-heat/92167

Interior ideas

iVillage.co.uk introduces MyDeco - an online interior design tool which allows you to build your perfect home layout in 3D as well as buy furniture and products to fit into your design.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/interior-ideas/79687

Wage war on pests

Tips on how to beat pests in the garden

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/wage-war-pests/92166

Easy Alpines

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/easy-alpines/92165

Top 10 discount buys for iVillagers

Newspaper columnist and TV presenter Alison Cork brings you this months bargain discounts exclusive to iVillage readers

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/top-10-discount-buys-ivillagers/92161

How to grow lilies in pots

Advice on how to grow lilies in pots

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/how-grow-lilies-in-pots/92164

5 Steps to a spring-fresh bedroom

Follow this step-by-step recipe to design a contemporary, spring-fresh bedroom scheme

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/5-steps-a-spring-fresh-bedroom/92163

February garden: sowing annual climbers

Come February summer seems like a distant memory but, as Lisa Buckland shows, by sowing annual climbers now you'll feel like the next one isn't far away

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/february-garden-sowing-annual-climbers/79686

Your regal pets

dzsfg

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/your-regal-pets/144269

What makes a home?

sdth

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/what-makes-a-home/144263

Home inspirations: An English country theme

drth

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/home-inspirations-english-country-theme/144015

20 best buy bird boxes

Garden birds need all the help they can get so we?ve chosen 20 boxes that will offer them shelter and a place to nest

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/20-best-buy-bird-boxes/92162

4 Christmas decorations made from your garden

Create beautiful rustic Christmas decorations using natural materials sourced straight from your garden

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/4-christmas-decorations-made-your-garden/79685

Make your own Christmas tree decorations

Tips on how to make your own Christmas decorations

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/make-your-own-christmas-tree-decorations/79683

Make your own Christmas cards

Tips on how to make homeomade Christmas cards

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/make-your-own-christmas-cards/79684

Create a kinder home for winter

To create a kinder family home this year Allergy UK advises to use products that are anti-allergy or allergen reduced. Ambi Pur Puresse is the first ever allergen reduced air freshener, designed to care for the air in your family's home

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/create-a-kinder-home-winter/79681

Make your own Cath Kidston crafty home accessories

Love the retro-cool of designer Cath Kidston? Here, she shows you how to make your very own Kidston-inspired hot water bottle, floral pillowcases and breakfast table cloth

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/make-your-own-cath-kidston-crafty-home-accessories/79682

New naturals

Follow our step-by-step recipe to design a restful bedroom. Soft, textured fabrics in earthy shades are the inspiration for this tranquil scheme.

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/new-naturals/92160

home inspirations test

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/home-inspirations-test/92159

Home Inspirations

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/home-inspirations/79679

Home Inspirations Gallery

Whether you want your home to be practical and comfortable, a peaceful haven, or a hub of social activity, your home says a lot about you and the way you live

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/home-inspirations-gallery/79680

Laying a garden path

Paths are vital arteries, linking different areas of the garden, and they can be easy to lay - here's how

http://www.ivillage.co.uk/laying-a-garden-path/92158

Home Inspirations Gallery