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Foodie corner
Iced coffee lovers, take note! Breville has released a new compact coffee machine with a special ‘over ice’ function that makes iced coffees easier to achieve at home. The model is capsule free and features a reusable filter for zero waste too. The Iced+Hot coffee maker costs £64.99 on Amazon.
BRAEMAR Black eco-friendly kraft paper plant pot cover, 30cm, £16, Basil and Fleur on Etsy BOILING POINT
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Philips’’ Eco Conscious kettle is made from 100 per cent recycled bio-based plastic and it has a handy,, onecup marker,, which helps reduce water waste. £49.99, , Currys
Luxe laundry
Wilton London’s detergent is one of the best-smelling products we’ve ever had the pleasure to sniff! The brand uses eco-friendly essential oils that make your clothes, bedding and your whole home smell heavenly. We particularly love the Jasmine scent. Prices from £6-£8.95, wiltonlondon.co.uk.
Lynsey TVs Queen of Clean handheld steam cleaner, £59.99, Swan
COMPOSTABLE POT
This boho plant pot is made from recyclable kraft paper that can be composted at the end of its life. It’s washable too! Check out more of our favourite biodegradable plant pots at yyourhomestyle.
ENERGY SAVER
Struggling to unwind at night? Try diffusing lavender or bergamot oil – both are known to help soothe tension and stress
3 OF THE BEST Bento boxes
MEAN, CLEAN, STEAM MACHINE
We love an all-in-one product,, especially when it takes the faff out of a cleaning job! This steam cleaner from Lynsey Crombie’’s new collab with Swan is just that. It comes with five attachments to target different zones and we found it particularly good at deep cleaning the oven and uprooting grime and limescale from taps.
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1 Stainless steel lunch box, £27.95, Black+Blum 2 Studio Ghibli Kiki’s Delivery Servicebento box, £15.99, Zakzakka 3 Butterfly garden bento box, £12, Paperchase
5 OF THE BEST STEAMERS
Flawless in a flash
Morphy Richards Express Steam 361000 handheld garment steamer, £59, AO.com Give your clothes the TLC they deserve with this lightweight 1750W model that boasts a 270ml water tank and a heatup time of 35 seconds. It comes with a lint brush to separate fibres while you’re steaming; it will pick up hair as well so you can ensure your outfit is flawless for those special nights out. We love: The dual steam modes: Eco to save water and Turbo for more stubborn creases. Portable and easy to use, a handheld steamer is the gadget you didn’t realise you needed! There are lots of options on the market, some offer extra benefits, such as de-linting and scenting options, while others are ideal to take on holiday with you. Once you’ve tried one of our top five handheld steamers, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without one.
Suitcase saviour
Fridja F10 Raf handheld travel clothes steamer, £79.99, Lakeland A great alternative to an old-fashioned travel iron, this neat 1500W steamer is surprisingly powerful and is the ideal crease-busting companion both at home and while travelling. It’s lightweight and easy to use, with a detachable 260ml water tank holding enough for up to 14 minutes of continuous steam. We love: the adaptor that allows you to use a regular water bottle as the water tank.
Coming up roses
Pure Tex DT9530 handheld garment steamer, around £109.99, Tefal With a fast heat-up time of under 30 seconds, Tefal’s 4-in-1 1700W steamer not only removes creases but sanitises, de-lints and adds fragrance too. The magnetic, quick-change pads make swapping between modes easy, meaning that your garments will be clean and fresh in next to no time. We love: The option to infuse clothes with your favourite scent. EDITOR’S CHOICE
Full steam ahead
Steam Genie handheld garment steamer, £39.99, Russell Hobbs Ideal for upholstery or delicate fabrics, the 1650W Steam Genie heats up in 45 seconds and offers 11 minutes of continuous steam. The upholstery attachment will refresh and clean larger items, such as bedding and curtains, while the delicate attachment will take care of fabrics, including silk and lace. We love: At under £40 this is a smart option if you’re on a tight budget.
Letting off steam
Rose Gold 1000W garment steamer, £29.99, Tower At under £30, this nifty gadget is a fantastic budget buy that’s suitable for clothing, curtains and more. It heats up in just 35 seconds and has a 200ml water tank providing up to five minutes of continuous steam. Use the brush head that’s included for even more efficient steaming. We love: the long 2.5m power cord for added flexibility.