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Seemingly drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean landscapes that diptyque founders Ives Coueslant and Desmond Knox-Leet frequently visited in the 1960s, the beloved brand carries on glorifying their 60th-anniversary – with more lavish celebrations – and their latest installation benefits us all. Honoring the remarkable achievement, everyone’s favorite candle connoisseur has released yet another brand-new collection, enlisting Luke Edward Hall – lover of the Mediterranean and world-renowned artist – to bring it to fruition....

A ban on gas stoves would drastically change the kitchens of the nation, given that 38%* of US homes have one. Maybe you’re planning a kitchen remodel and want to future-proof your home, or perhaps you just want to know what the best stove alternative would be for your lifestyle? Here, kitchen experts have shared the best alternatives to your gas stove – and their pros and cons. What are the alternatives to gas stoves?...

In most varieties the flowers are carried on one side of the stem often creating a graceful arching look and the flowers may be large and prettily spotted in the throat or small, neat and tubular. Most foxgloves flower in spring and early summer, a few in summer or fall, and the flowers are usually purplish or pinkish in color, sometimes white, sometimes yellow plus a few in intriguing rusty shades....

A harsh frost can very quickly, and often unexpectedly, freeze water solid in pipes. This leads to cracks or breaks appearing in the pipes, followed by water leaks either dripping or worse, cascading, down and through a house, damaging decor and furnishings, flooring, and blowing plasterwork and electrics as it goes. So, it’s worth preparing ahead both to avoid frozen pipes in the first place, and to know what to do if they do burst to minimise damage....

As well as offering softness underfoot, hallway runners can be a design feature, too. In fact, being connecting spaces, hallways can be a brilliant space to make a statement. ‘As you only pass through the hall you can afford to be bold with design and add an injection of color to an otherwise neutral house,’ adds Andy Guard. If you’re redecorating your hallway or simply looking for ways to update it, we’ve rounded up a selection of runner designs to add to your list of hallway flooring ideas to help get you inspired, along with tips from the experts....

Every week, Editorial Director Sarah Spiteri meets three creatives who open up their hearts and minds to reveal the ways they elevate the everyday. Each tastemaker shares three secrets. These conversations offer glimpses behind otherwise closed doors and a chance to glean inspiration from the most talented names the world of design and beyond. How to find the new Homes & Gardens podcast How to find the new Homes & Gardens podcast...

As with wine and olive oil, the nuances of a honey depend on environment, in this case the dominant flora in the area of the hive, say heather of lavender. Where relevant, I’ve suggested particular honeys to use in these recipes but, as a guide, the light varieties, such as acacia, clover or orange blossom, combine well with the similarly delicate and aromatic flavours, such as vanilla, mild dairy and hints of citrus....