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How to throw a vintage Mother's Day tea. Photography: Sussie Bell

Inspiration for a vintage Mother’s Day tea

A collection of vintage bowls, vases and jugs filled with spring flowers.

How to create spring floral displays with antique vases

Channel the vibrancy of a rainforest with this tropical design. Large Palm Jungle Green Tropical rug, £499, Audenza.

The best rugs and runners for autumn

Annie Sloan’s new Pearlescent Glaze is used to stunning effect over a white paint on an antique chest of drawers and a vintage wardrobe.

How to repurpose antiques

The Haberdasher's Kitchen by deVOL

10 ways to freshen up the ceilings and walls in your home

Esse Ironheart wood-burning stovecooker, £4,260 (inc VAT), Direct Stoves

10 ways to heat your home in style this winter

Sheila Wallace's home by Jan Baldwin

10 ways to create a sense of faded grandeur

Updated encaustic

10 ways to add character with tiles

TROUVA Spring Tablescapes with Mismatched ceramics, styled by Anna Barnett

How to create a spring tablescape

Salvaged sliding doors leading to a dining room that includes vintage DSW chairs in yellow, orange and green

How to create chic rooms with salvage finds

How to create a perfect period fireplace

Homemade Christmas wreath with fresh flowers and foraged greenery

Step-by-step guide to creating your own Christmas wreath

A woman holds a silver-gilt candelabra, one of a pair whilst wearing gloves

How do I clean my antique candle holders?

Arteriors Turner Sofa £3,486, Jocelyn Coffee Table £3,486, Haven Accent Table £510, Lorena Chandelier £3,486, Jarvis Vase £269.

10 ways to create atmosphere with lighting this winter

Man cleaning an antique longcase clock

Antiques guide: how to set up an antique longcase or Grandfather clock