My mother is a fantastic hostess. Growing up we had a revolving door of guests in our home, all whom would rave about her status as 'the hostess with the mostess'. What really set her apart was not a slew of amenities or fancy presentation, but her thoughtful attention to detail that made each person feel valued and special.

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TV’s favourite design guru shares her top tricks to create dreamy children’s rooms

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While most of us start off the holidays with the very best of intentions for grandiose holiday projects such as epic baking and cards mailed weeks in advance, the busyness of everyday life often gets in the way and we find ourselves scrambling at the end.

Just as the kitchen is the heart of the home, it also tends to be the heart of the party while you're entertaining. While it can be a wonderful hub of activity, sometimes it can get a little crowded with so much in demand within such a limited space.

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We spoke to 17 international experts to get the inside scoop on the hottest home trends

The new year is a natural time for many of us to start new projects around the house. Filled with renewed inspiration and will power, we often start at full steam only to have the busyness of daily life get in the way leaving our projects incomplete and ourselves filled with procrastinator's guilt.

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Tips to achieve your home decorating goals this year

Tips to achieve your home decorating goals in 2012.

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The TV design guru shares her tops tricks for creating stunning spaces to entertain, play and relax in

Home decorating advice from designer Sarah Richardson for the home office, den, family room, sitting room, and condo living space

Eight tips to turn your guest room into a welcoming sanctuary

Sarah Richardson's tips to create beautiful rooms for your kids

Three quick decorating tips for holiday procrastinators

How to create a drinks station for your next party

Home decorating experts share their best design tips

Six must-have smartphone apps for home decorating and renos

Five home decor goals to embrace

Sarah Richardson's 10 design tips for the living room