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Happy New Year! I hope you all had a great Christmas. Is it just me or does your home feel a little lacklustre now the tree is down and the decorations are packed back up in the loft? Fear not, we’ve got plenty of great ideas to brighten up your rooms once more and banish the January blues. Our Trend Alert this month shows how to add a splash of colour to your home with mid-century modern prints (p.20), while over on page 36 we discuss how to make this season’s elegant distressed look work for you. And, if all you want is an instant homewares fix to cheer you up, then check out our brilliant bargain buys on page 40, which are all under £50! After the chaos of Christmas, you might want to restore some order in your kitchen, so on page 54 we’ve got some clever ways to clear the clutter and streamline your work space. If you’re on a health kick this January, then take a look at our buyers’ guide this month where we’ve put the latest healthy cooking gadgets through their paces to bring you our favourites (p.52). Talking of healthy food choices, vegan dishes are becoming increasingly popular, so we’ve put together a great selection of recipes to inspire you to try more meat-free meals (p.100). If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to learn a new skill, then look no further than page 114, where we’ve found some fantastic courses. From DIY and sewing to interior design, you’re sure to find one that tickles your fancy.