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The lull between Christmas and New Year is the perfect time to slow down and keep things simple in the kitchen. These comforting, budget-friendly ideas make the most of what you already have at home.

Inspiration for a beautiful abode

Marmont diner pendant light, £210; Ivory and Black toile print vase, £45; Teal Blue Venezia poster-style wall art, £50; Voluptuous table lamp in Green & White Garden Room, £65, all House Llewelyn-Bowe

Malone ottoman double bed in Cream, £450; Adeje bedside table, £135; Global Sumak rug, £110; Global Leaf double bedding set, £18; Global Leaf jacquard throw, £34; tile table lamp, £22; cotton velvet c

Make the bed the focal point with tie-on decorations and fairy lights that can be easily taken down afterwards. Brighten up the wall behind the bed with festive pictures on ledges or colourful garland