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 has spent the last 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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13 essential Christmas hosting tips to make the day a resounding success, without any stress
Discover the best hosting tips from the w&h team to host Christmas guests in style during the Holidays
By Tamara Kelly Published
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How to make a home look expensive on a budget: 13 interior design tricks
Make your home feel more luxe with these expert interior design styling tricks, from choosing sumptuous fabrics to adding window treatments
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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Here's how to reduce dust in your home, according to a Dyson scientist
We've called on the help of dust experts to find ways to reduce dust around a home to cut down on cleaning times
By Tamara Kelly Published
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How to use Pantone Color of the Year 2024 'Peach Fuzz' in your home
Explore the recently announced Pantone Color of the Year 2024. We delve into the many ways to use this soft peach tone in your home
By Tamara Kelly Published
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6 style rules to make your Christmas tree look more expensive
Follow these simple steps to make your Christmas tree decor look more luxe, from adjusting the lights to adding finishing touches
By Tamara Kelly Published
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How to make your house smell good – 12 easy ways to make any room smell amazing
From scented candles and homemade firelighters to cooking seasonal ingredients, these are the easiest ways to make your house smell good at all times
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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8 essential tips to protect plants from frost, according to garden experts
Follow our expert-approved guidance to preserve your plants and protect lawns during winter frosts
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Why curtain poles are the surprising must-have Christmas decoration trend of 2023
We never thought we'd be buying a shower curtain rod to steer our Christmas decorating but after seeing this trend we're all inspired to copy the look
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Make memories come to life this Christmas with magical gifts
Think creatively this Christmas with a gift that surprises and delights – well beyond the festive season
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Don't miss Aldi's air fryer: the sell-out appliance is back in stock
Aldi's sellout dual basket air fryer is back by high demand but only while stocks last
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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I'm a homes editor and I think these are the best Black Friday home appliance deals
My job is to preview the latest homewares so I consider it my speciality to know when something is a good discount or not...and these are
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Aldi's cast iron cookware rivals iconic Le Creuset – but costs up to £280 less
The supermarket is relaunching its sell-out cast iron collection which is an affordable alternative to the highly desirable cookware
By Tamara Kelly Published
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How we test pillows: woman&home's expert review process explained
Find out how we test pillows, discovering the lengths we go to ensure the pillows we recommend are the best according to our strict review process
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Design expert reveals why we'll be seeing more stainless steel kitchens in 2024
Industrial chic is back as the stainless steel kitchen trend surges in popularity, according to a leading kitchen designer
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Aldi's portable hob is a must-have if you're hosting this Christmas – and it's a bargain at £19.99
Don't miss Aldi's portable hob to create extra space for Christmas cooking
By Tamara Kelly Published
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These are The White Company's best-selling home scents
Love scented candles, diffusers, and room sprays? Then look no further than these best-selling home scents by The White Company
By Tamara Kelly Last updated
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Fashion designer Alice Temperley's eccentric Somerset home is a maximalist's dream
Peek behind the scenes of Alice Temperley's exquisite home in Somerset, every bit as stylish as expected from a fashion designer's home
By Tamara Kelly Published
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The White Company's new festive candle is our favourite yet – no wonder it's already a best-seller
Here's why the new Nordic Woods home fragrance has become a White Company best-selling scent
By Tamara Kelly Published
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5 common lighting mistakes to avoid now the days are darker
Getting the lighting right is the key to balancing the look and feel of any room – avoiding easy mistakes is crucial
By Tamara Kelly Published
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11 expert ways to reduce humidity in your house this winter - even without a dehumidifier
Explore these expert-approved methods to lower your home's humidity to banish condensation and mould
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Aldi's new 'Every Ways' pan rivals the famous Always Pan – but costs £110 less
The supermarket is selling a multi-use pan that is an affordable alternative to the cult cookware
By Tamara Kelly Published
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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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Six essential lawn care tips to prepare your garden for winter, according to experts
Prepare your garden for winter by following these expert-approved seasonal lawn care tips
By Tamara Kelly Published
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Simba adds menopause-friendly 'M-Tick' to their best-selling bedding - here's what it means
The addition of a dedicated menopause-friendly 'M-Tick' label officially recognises the needs of millions of menopausal women
By Tamara Kelly Published