Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2015 i Country Homes & Interiors

We’ve been showcasing the best of country style for nearly 30 years here at Country Homes & Interiors and this issue’s autumn trends special is one of our best yet! On page 69 we shortlist the new-season colours, fabrics and hero buys in our gorgeous 12-page Autumn Decorating Lookbook. As thoughts turn indoors after a summer of outdoor living, we also travel across the UK to step inside characterful cottages, barns and windmills. The owners of these inspirational properties have used pattern, texture and panache to create truly eclectic and liveable-in spaces. A new season always puts you in the mood for, well, something new! With this in mind, we’ve refreshed Country Homes & Interiors to perfectly reflect the spirit of today’s modern country aesthetic. We aim to ‘live the…

A GRASS WITH THE WOW-FACTOR PENNISETUM ALOPECUROIDES ‘HAMELN’  This beautifully tactile grass will give you something to smile about right now. The squirrel-tail flowers have a slight pink tinge and cover the plant in a warm, fuzzy glow. It comes into its own just as the rest of the garden is fading and looks a dream with some low autumn sunlight behind it. £8.99 for a 1.5L pot, Waitrose Garden. OUR FAVOURITE GARDEN BLOGGER Louise Curley Blogger, stylist and writer Louise is happiest when she’s in her garden surrounded by plants or at her allotment growing tasty fruit, veg and beautiful cut flowers. Her latest book, The Crafted Garden (£16.99, Frances Lincoln), is full of gorgeous country-style projects. When did your love of gardening…

AT HOME WITH... Owners Amelia Heggie, who runs interior design company Denim Interiors, and her husband, Iain, owner of The Exceptional English Wine Company. They live here with their three children, Coco, 11, Bruno, nine, and Rocco, six. They moved in two-and-a-half years ago. House Grade II-listed cottage dating from the 1800s with four bedrooms. ‘We both grew up in the country, me in Kent and my husband, Iain, in Surrey, so we wanted our children to have a similar rural upbringing,’ says Amelia Heggie. ‘We needed space for the children to roam and be free. We also wanted a lifestyle change.’ At the time, Amelia and Iain were living in London. ‘We ran a pop-up pub at Goodwood for work and fell in love with the area. As…

Vintage-style seats Whether painted in jolly colours or exposed metal, bar stools and chairs bring bistro chic to a kitchen. Need to know… These bar chairs and stools are a tried and trusted design. The originals, with a distinct flavour of 1930s France, were designed by sheet metal manufacturer and entrepreneur Xavier Pauchard. Tolix is the brand to look out for – authentic stools will have a back stamp. For a contemporary alternative, check out bright aluminium or chrome-finish chairs, or go for an industrial look that teams metal with wood or leather seats. Where to buy… • The Conran Shop for authentic Tolix. • Cox & Cox for zinc-finish swivel stools. • Rockett St George for a range of vintage-style bar stools. FIND THE PERFECT MARBLE FLOOR TILES For more ideas go…

AT HOME WITH... Owners Clare Winchester and her husband David, a GP. They moved here in 2004 with their four children, who are now grown up and have left home. The couple live here with their two Golden Labradors, Honey and Ash. House A renovated Grade II-listed windmill, dating from about 1850. When you move to a new house you might discover a crumbling greenhouse in the garden, or an unfinished water feature, but rarely a 19th-century windmill. That was what dominated the rambling grounds of Clare and David Winchester’s charming cottage. ‘We loved the cottage and the gardens, and saw the windmill as a wonderful bonus,’ says Clare. ‘But with four young children, our priority was to extend the cottage. The windmill would have to come later.’ Time…

Look after boots and shoes Keep wellies and everyday shoes in baskets or on racks. A storage bench with a wide wicker drawer provides lots of space plus somewhere to sit and pull boots on and off. Henley storage bench, H79xW100xD35cm, £288; Bessie cushion, £46, both Rowen & Wren. Goat hair shine brush, £13.50, The ShoeCare Shop. Shoe horn, £32, The Great English Outdoors. Chevron throw, 192x149cm, col Brown, £115, Folklore. Le Chameau Vierzonord rubber boots, col Chocolate Brown, £164.95; half-length wellington boots, col Green, £12.99, both Birstall. Welly rack, £95, Baileys. Lace-up rain boots, £110, Plümo. Shoe scraper and brush, £35, The Cotswold Company. Chunky jute runner, £85, Rockett St George. Shaker peg rail, similar from Jali. Koko leather shopper, £195, Nkuku. Florence basket, £22, Cabbages & Roses. 1…

Style tip Invest in bottles with wire hangers or add wire to the top to make pretty lanterns to hang in the garden. Style tip Weave ribbon or raffia through your wreath or dot flowers around the inner circle to add a decorative touch. Style tip Adding barley brings a fluffier texture to the arrangement, but it works just as well if you use only stalks of corn. Style tip Choose coloured card or handmade paper for an alternative look.…

1 Upcycled furniture Painted in on-trend grey, a simple desk with an armchair in rich gold velvet looks elegant in the corner of a living room. Source a vintage desk from a junk shop or car-boot fair – nicks and coffee-cup rings won’t matter – then give it a coat of furniture paint. Annie Sloan’s decorative Chalk Paint comes in lovely country colours, and she also stocks a clear wax to protect the finish. Or source an upcycled, ready-painted desk from a specialist company such as Ruby Rhino. 2 Under the stairs ‘With careful planning, the angular space under a staircase can become a tidy, flexible home-office area,’ says Julia Kendell, Interior Designer and Brand Ambassador for Hammonds. Ensure adequate head room above the chair, and maximise storage by fitting…

AT HOME WITH... Owners Former florist Margaret Finch and her nurseryman husband, Tony, who live here with cats Treacle, Sooty and Bramble. Daughter Michelle is a frequent visitor and helps out in the garden. House The gardener’s cottage for Farley Hill Place was built when the garden was created in 1725 and added to in the 1950s and 1980s. Garden A 1.5-acre walled garden with a large productive area and a cutting garden. There are apple trees, grass beds and a central colonnade. There once was a time when every ‘big house’ would have had a kitchen garden. Surrounded by walls to shelter the produce from the weather, they were tended by an army of skilled gardeners, who supplied the estate with year-round fruit and vegetables. Time…

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We want this now... For warming autumn suppers, casserole dishes are top of our wishlist. This elegant design is part of the collection by Sophie Conran for Portmeirion. Her fresh and timeless tableware can be used for everyday meals, as well as formal dining. And with its polished finish and delicate ripple design, this casserole is stylish enough for the centre of any table. Porcelain handled casserole dish, 1.75L, £44, Sophie Conran for Portmeirion, John Lewis. OUR FAVOURITE HERDSWOMAN Lucy Warren Lucy has been a member of the team at Yeo Valley’s Holt Farm in Somerset since October 2014, and grew up on a dairy farm just a few miles away. Founded in 1961 by Roger and Mary Mead with just 30 cows, Yeo Valley has become the UK’s number…

Upcycled drawers Refresh an old chest or give a new buy vintage appeal. Need to know… Give free rein to your creativity by jazzing up a plain chest of drawers to suit your bedroom scheme. To give a new chest a gently-aged finish, paint a base coat then cover with a contrasting colour. Gently rub the edges of the chest with sandpaper to reveal the layers. To decorate, outline drawers in a contrasting paint shade then paint motifs freehand. Try a floral stencil if you don’t have a steady hand. Complete with decorative knobs. Where to buy… • Henny Donovan Motif for blossom sprig stencils. • Leporello for furniture with bespoke hand-painted motifs. • Surface Candy for floral knobs. FIND THE PERFECT BIRD WALLPAPER For more ideas go to housetohome.co.uk/  countryhomesandinteriors…

Circular dining table Eating at a round table is the most sociable way to enjoy meals, especially in smaller rooms. Need to know… A pedestal base is a good option for a round table, avoiding the need for anyone to straddle a table leg. Get the size right: generally, a 1.1m diameter table seats up to four diners; 1.3m seats six; 1.5m, eight and 1.7m, 10 people. Extension leaves can cater for extra diners. A solid-wood top finished in protective oil or wax can be sanded and rewaxed if damaged; lacquered surfaces are durable but harder to repair. Where to buy… • Neptune for an oak table with painted pedestal. • Oka for a table that can seat 18. • Raft for a table with a reclaimed teak block base. FIND THE PERFECT…

1 MAKE IT PERSONAL Take advantage of vertical space above appliances using creative ideas, such as a feature print or local map framed behind a sheet of Perspex. Go for an image in similar shades to the room for a subtle, cohesive feel. 2 ALTERNATIVE SHAPES Sheets of tiny mosaic tiles are particularly suitable for narrow spaces such as between a worktop and low shelving. Scott Robson, designer at Original Style suggests trying shapes other than traditional squares. ‘Recent trends have seen brickbond shell, hexagon and circle mosaics come to the fore. And in gold and copper these add warmth and cosiness to a country kitchen.’ 3 BRICK FASHION Metro-style brick tiles are a great option for pared-down utilitarian kitchens and available in a palette of soft neutrals that work…

Harvest lanterns A row of glass bottles or jars decorated with bunches of wheat and dried flowers creates a pretty display. To make, measure and cut a strip of hessian ribbon to go around the middle of the bottle, fixing in place with a blob of clear craft glue. Gather a small bunch of wheat and dried flowers and tie together using invisible thread. Glue the bunch to the hessian with a little more glue. Cut a length of ribbon to fit around the bottle and glue in place to hide the glue on the flowers, then allow to dry. Tie some plaited ribbon or twine around the neck of the bottle for added decoration, before placing a candle inside, preferably fixed on a small candle spike.* Hand-tied table centrepiece…

1 Linear look ‘More and more, striped carpets are being used all over the house, especially in living rooms, dining rooms and playrooms,’ says Mike Richardson, Managing Director, Kersaint Cobb. ‘When walls and furnishings are plain and neutral, the flooring becomes the focal point of a room. Carpets in deep, rich colours not only evoke a warm and cosy feel, but are practical for high-traffic areas where dirt can become an issue.’ 2 Urban country ‘This season, we are seeing a resurgence in classic patterns and prints,’ says Lynne Pound, Product Manager, Brintons. ‘The City Plaids collection is a celebration of this. We have been inspired by the trends for vintage and reclaimed textiles, and created subtle colour palettes in soft antique hues, Harris tweed tones and with hints of…

1 ENJOY TOPIARY Often used on a grand and formal scale, topiary forms can be used in small areas, too, to quite dramatic effect. In this romantic cottage garden, box topiary has been cut into balls, spirals, clouds and parterres. The dark green is complemented by all-white borders, including Lupinus ‘Noble Maiden’, Digitalis albiflora as well as white varieties of irises and alliums. 2 INTRODUCE TEXTURE WITH RUSTED METAL Rusted metal evokes memories of weather-worn wheelbarrows and water butts, once so familiar in country gardens. Get the look with Cor-Ten risers, here softened by tufts of Salvia x sylvestris ‘Mainacht’, Thymus vulgaris, Armeria maritima, Nepeta x faassenii and Tulbaghia violacea. 3 PLANT LIVING GROUTING Stone paving separated by plants rather than cement makes for a more romantic look. These slabs…

Natalie Bond first came up with the idea for her luxury organic skincare and home fragrance company when she was pregnant with her son Alfie, who is now two years old. ‘For the first time in my life I couldn’t bear the fragrance of the products I was using,’ she explains. ‘On closer inspection of the labels I discovered that most of them were full of synthetic chemicals, and I was so concerned about the effect on my unborn baby that I stopped using them immediately. After some further research, I became convinced that going back to nature was the only way. And it wasn’t just skincare products – I realised that there were synthetic fragrances in the candles I was burning at home, too.’ At her house in the…

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We want these now... Bedeck, known for its luxurious bedding and towels, has launched its first homeware collection, Murmur. We love the chic storage baskets, woven by hand from natural seagrass – they would keep towels or bedlinen organised beautifully or could be a stylish solution to excess laundry! £37 for two. OUR FAVOURITE DESIGNER MAKER Jacqueline Colley Printed textile designer Jacqueline was a winner in Heal’s Discovers 2015 programme, and her Kingfisher designs are printed in the UK on exquisite tea towels, £10 each, Heal’s. What inspires you? Primarily nature, but I also love looking at how other designers such as William Morris and Josef Frank have interpreted this vast subject area. I enjoy visits to the Natural History Museum, where I discovered the work…

ON COURSE Learn about creating your own autumn arrangements on a hand-tied floristry course in Hampshire. The one-day course at The Real Flower Company with tutor Rosebie Morton on 23 October costs £150, including materials, lunch and your bouquet to take home. Call 01730 818300 or visit realflowers.co.uk . OUR FAVOURITE SHOP White & McLeod Set in the heart of Woburn Sands in Bedfordshire, shop owner Charlotte White runs a charming independent boutique, filled with lifestyle gifts for the home. What inspired you to open White & McLeod? My background is in radio and library work, but I’d never had my own shop before. A test run at the Woburn Sands Christmas fayre was a fantastic success, and with lots of support from the local community, it…

AT HOME WITH... Owners Hattie Goodley, who owns Willa and the Bear, which designs and makes pyjamas and bedding for babies and children, and her husband, James, who runs the family farm that surrounds their home. They moved here two years ago, with their daughter, Willa, two. House A recent conversion of a collection of early-20th-century agricultural buildings. Hattie Goodley is a well-travelled woman. Having worked in long-haul travel, visiting and living in exotic locations, she has assembled a fabulous collection of textiles, rugs, sculptures, figures, paintings and fragments of pottery from all over the world. Now, she lives in Norfolk with her husband, James, and daughter, Willa, and has brought her love of rich colour and playful touches to the contemporary barn they designed and renovated together. ‘I…

Tongue-and-groove panelling This traditional wall finish is back in vogue for country homes. Need to know… Tongue-and-groove cladding is made up of individual wooden boards that slot together and are ‘secret nailed’ to battens then painted but, for ease and speed, sheets of MDF with the v-joint profile already routed give a similar look and, unlike wood, will not shrink. When fitting around windows or other room features, aim to arrange boards to create a symmetrical finish. Where to buy… • Andrew Martin for tongue-and-groove lookalike ‘Cabin’ wallpaper. • The English Panelling Company for MDF panelling. • Wickes for softwood tongue-and-groove cladding. FIND THE PERFECT WARMING PAINT For more ideas go to housetohome.co.uk/  countryhomesandinteriors…

Wodland LEAVES A look that’s now and forever! Linear, graphic foliage textile designs inspired by the tree canopy fall gently into our homes. Skeletal sketches and screen-print-like finishes in neutral tones create a modern country feel for those who like things pale and interesting. Make them into Roman blinds and simple cushions, and team with warm natural woods and pewter touches for that all-is-calm feel. HERO BUY A polished bench • Teak indoor-outdoor seating provides sturdy, family-friendly furniture for every season. • Choose a leggy style for the extra storage space underneath. Style tip Mix leaf patterns together effortlessly by using designs of different sizes from the same faded grey-brown palette Soft-shen METALLICS This season, there’s a hint of sparkle in the air for the country-house look. Aged zinc, bronze…

Country Homes & Interiors and British Wool invite you to an inspiring and relaxed panel discussion, Using wool in the modern country home: colour, pattern and texture, at Heal’s headquarters, London, on 8 October. Join Rhoda Parry, Editor of Country Homes & Interiors, and Bridgette Kelly, Consultant Interior Textiles Director for the Campaign for Wool, plus three industry experts, in what promises to be a fun and interesting talk on how to create the ultimate cosy autumn home. EVENT DETAILS When Thursday 8 October 2015, 6 -8.15pm • 6pm Welcome drinks • 6.30pm Talk begins Where Heal’s, 196 Tottenham Court Road, London W1T 7LQ Cost £12.50 Book at heals.com/events Tickets are limited – advance booking is essential. MEET THE PANEL Rhoda Parry Editor, Country Homes & Interiors Rhoda epitomises…

After studying product design at Glasgow School of Art, Flora Arbuthnott co-founded Botanical Inks (with designer Babs Behan), a project that runs creative workshops teaching printmaking and natural dyeing for those interested in eco textile design. Art and nature are her main inspirations in life, and she loves showing students how to harness the wild plants that grow locally to create natural dyes for textiles. With a keen interest in social and environmental sustainability, Flora is a designer who feels very connected to the natural world and loves to grow her own food. We went to Gloucestershire to find out more about her life in the country… TELL US ABOUT WHERE YOU LIVE… I live with my family in a converted Victorian cow byre near Cirencester. It sits in four…

BEST FOR… Versatility Chesney’s, £1,842 The Shoreditch multifuel 6kW stove comes in woodburner and multifuel options with outputs to suit different room sizes. ‘A woodburner is energy efficient – you can turn down the oxygen feed for a slow burn or up for a fast and furious flame,’ says Paul Chesney, Managing Director, Chesney’s. ‘The flames create a wonderful atmosphere and the heat output is substantial.’ BEST FOR… Statement style ACR Heat Products, £1,485 ‘The contemporary design of the 5kW Neo 3P with its pedestal and three large viewing panes is ideal for a freestanding position,’ says Vicky Naylor, General Manager, ACR Heat Products. ‘The flue can exit through an adjacent wall, or can be taken up to the room above and out through the roof. Ask your registered installer…

Tasting notes The pear season generally runs from September to late October. Shop at farmers’ markets and farm shops to find a range of delicious varieties. Conference – sweet, aromatic and juicy. Cooks and eats well. Doyenné du Comice – lovely flavour and juicy melting flesh. One of the best eaters, particularly with cheese. Concorde – delicious buttery texture with a vanilla sweetness. Ideal for cooking, especially baking, and eating. Williams – good flavour and honeyed ripeness. Try roasting to serve with game, or poaching in wine. Beurre Hardy – eating pear with great flavour and buttery melting flesh. Good in clafoutis and jam. RACK OF LAMB WITH PEAR CHUTNEY AND PARSNIP MASH A comforting autumn dish of roast lamb and mash enlivened by a simple pear chutney. SERVES 6…

First, look at the market. A report earlier this year by the Soil Association revealed UK sales of certified organic health and beauty products increased by 20% in 2014 to £44.6 million. Emma Reinhold of Soil Association Certification says: ‘Organic beauty now appeals to a much wider group of consumers. The overall UK organic market is expected to grow steadily again in 2015, and should break the £2 billion barrier in 2016.’ The mood in the market is confident, so there’s never been a better time to think about launching an organic beauty business. Why are organic products better for you? Recent consumer research by Organic Monitor revealed that 90% of UK consumers who buy natural and organic health and beauty products say ‘avoidance of synthetic chemicals’ is important to…

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