Guests coming over this Christmas? Here’s how to make the most of the space you have with our expert advice and clever tips

Let colour lead the way. Mix bold florals, painted ceramics and multicoloured stripes on tableware and linens, then add extra wow with a centrepiece of paper stars. Star lanterns, £17.95 each, Paper S

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CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS… WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW

Once a place for picking up weekly essentials, the supermarket is fast becoming one of our favourite interiors secrets. Its homeware aisles are where we find stylish, affordable updates that bring ins