HEATED AIRER
‘The money- and space-saving alternative to a tumble dryer, these heat the room they’re in as well as drying clothes, and they cost pence per hour to run,’ says Clare. We like the Argos Home 11.5m Heated Electric Indoor Clothes Airer, £55.
A DEHUMIDIFIER
‘These help to dry your clothes while taking damp out of the air, which can help prevent mould,’ says Clare. ‘This makes your home feel warmer without the heating on and, again, they’re cheap to run.’ Try ProBreeze 500ml Mini Dehumidifier, £39.99, Amazon.
A GOOD COFFEE MACHINE
According to a study from ThinkMoney.co.uk, buying one takeaway coffee a day costs just over £1,000 per year. ‘The lead-up to Christmas is a good time to get a decent coffee machine,’ says Clare. ‘Either request it…