Tamara Kelly
Tamara is a highly experienced homes and interiors journalist, with a career spanning 22 years. Now the Lifestyle Editor of womanandhome.com, she previously spent 17 years working with the style teams at Country Homes & Interiors and Ideal Home, and it’s with these award-winning interiors teams that she gained a wealth of knowledge and honed her skills and passion for styling and writing about every aspect of lifestyle and interiors.
With a keen eye for the latest interior trends, there's not a lot she doesn't know about home decor – whether it’s what colour we should be painting our living rooms next season, or if the latest 'must-have' buys are genuinely worth investing in and what are mere fads.
A true homes and interiors expert, Tamara has served as an ambassador for leading interior brands on multiple occasions, including appearing on Matalan’s The Show and presenting at top interior trends events such as the Autumn Fair and Spring Fair.
Latest articles by Tamara Kelly
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Should you buy a dehumidifier this winter? Experts say yes, and here's why
Experts reveal exactly why buying a dehumidifier is the best way to beat humidity caused by drying laundry indoors and having the heating on
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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Interior designers share the style secrets of making a bedroom feel cosy and comforting
Embrace our expert tips to create a cosy boudoir for hibernating in during the colder months
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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12 of the best flameless candles – to safely create a cosy ambience
I've tested all the best flameless candles on the market to bring you 12 LED alternatives to candles that are pet-safe, child-friendly, and realistic too
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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We've spent hours hunting down the best dehumidifier deals and sales to bring you the biggest discounts available this month
These are the best dehumidifier deals and discounts on offer right now. I've tested all of them, from Meaco and Pro Breeze right through to De'Longhi.
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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How to reduce humidity in your house this winter: 11 expert ways, even without a dehumidifier
Explore these expert-approved methods to lower your home's humidity to banish condensation and mould
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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This new Dunelm Christmas collection offers an affordable way to decorate hallways – no effort required
Extend a warm welcome for festive guests with this range of fun Christmas doormats, rugs and runners
By Tamara Kelly Published
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8 essential tips to protect plants from frost, recommended by garden experts
Follow our expert-approved guidance to preserve your plants and protect lawns during winter frosts
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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Experts reveal 5 plants that help combat condensation in any room
Do you have a problem with excess moisture levels? Plant and garden experts recommend the best plants for combating condensation
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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How to make a kitchen cosy: 9 easy ways to make the heart of your home feel cosier
From introducing soft furnishings to simple styling techniques, this is how experts make their kitchens feel warm and inviting
By Tamara Kelly Published
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How to keep your house warm for less: 15 cost-effective tips and tricks
Follow these expert tips on how to keep a house warm during the colder months without cranking up the heating
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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How to clean an oven – 6 easy steps for a quick and thorough clean
Figuring out how to clean an oven needn’t be a dreaded chore with these easy methods, from self-cleaning options to natural DIY solutions
By Amy Hunt Published
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This new M&S Home collection inspired by the National Gallery is a masterpiece in floral styling
The captivating new collection is influenced by some of the greatest paintings in the world
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Our top tips for drying clothes indoors without running an expensive tumble dryer
No tumble dryer? No problem. We break down how to dry clothes indoors more effectively
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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16 expert tips for saving energy in the home: to stay warm for less this winter
From heating hacks to dealing with 'vampire devices', these expert-approved tips offer an easy way to stay warm while keeping bills down
By Tamara Kelly Published
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I'm stocking up on household essentials on Amazon – with up to 60% off dishwasher tablets, laundry detergent and more
It's not all about luxury finds – saving on everyday essentials is just as satisfying
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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5 essential 'cosy' buys our Editors couldn't be without once it turns chilly – top picks from our own homes
These home and kitchen staples are the things we recommend when asked how to make a home feel cosy
By Tamara Kelly Published
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This £5 Amazon tool leaves my carpets looking cleaner than my Dyson – I recommend it for all pet owners
It never ceases to amaze me that something so simple is so incredibly effective at removing pet hair – my stair runner has never been so clean
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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If you have exposed floorboards you need this £30 tool before winter – it has been game-changing for keeping my home warm
Affordable, effective and easy to use this DIY must-have I found on Amazon is undoubtedly the best way to insulate homes before winter sets in
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Experts reveal the best living room paint colours to transform every space
Experts reveal the best living room paint colors to update your home and complement your living room design this season
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Interior designers reveal the easiest ways to make a home feel cosy
From ambient lighting to layered textiles, interior designers say these are the easiest ways to master how to make a home cosy
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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How to stop daddy long-legs from coming in your house without harming them
Experts reveal how to prevent daddy long-legs from entering the house
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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Aldi's Stand Mixer is back, it rivals KitchenAid's classic design but costs £350 less
This week sees the return of the sellout Aldi Classic Stand Mixer in two contemporary colourways
By Tamara Kelly Published
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5 bulbs to plant now to guarantee a colourful garden in spring, according to experts
These are the most colourful flowers that bloom in spring, creating a rainbow-bright display
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Aldi's 'super quick' heated airer returns to reduce indoor drying times – and energy bills
The £34.99 winged clothes airer is an Aldi Specialbuy not to be missed for drying winter laundry
By Tamara Kelly Published