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Getting ready is such a big thing at this time of year. From presents to cards, wrapping to food, when do you call time and say enough is enough? For me, I start early but do like to keep going to the very last possible moment. Take last year for instance – there I was finishing sewing a festive runner for my mum on Christmas morning (oops!). But this is the ‘making Christmas special’ bit for me… and we asked our ever-growing group of Stylists at Home how they’ve done just that (page 44). If you’ve still gifts to buy, then you’ll love our present round-up (page 27), with ideas from under £10! Or if styling your party space is top of your list, then be inspired by Tina’s fab…
Welcome to this month’s Stylists at Home – our exclusive real-life style club. Say ‘hello’ to January’s panel of five stylists who are on hand to make sure your magazine is bursting with tips, ideas and advice! But Stylists at Home also gives you the chance to show us what you’ve done, bought, made and revamped. So don’t be shy – email a snap (and a ‘before’ photo if possible) of your latest buy, creation or project, along with a head-and-shoulders pic of you, to styleathome@ipcmedia.com and next time, you could be right here! Pretty patchwork I wanted to give my spare room a unique look so I started by collecting lots of different wallpaper samples in my favourite colours, patterns and designs. I cut them into different-sized squares to…
MEET GRACE 'I’m 22 and I live in a detached four-bed farmhouse in Staffordshire with my mum and dad. My favourite room is the kitchen – it has a warm, country feel and a brick fireplace with a woodburner. THE LAST THING I BOUGHT… was white bed linen with a gorgeous mint-green bird and tree pattern by Sanderson. I own far too much bedding but I think a freshly made bed can have a big impact on a bedroom. LESSONS LEARNT Take your time when painting. It’s not worth rushing only to find drips on the floor.' MEET HANNAH 'I’m 28 and I live with my husband Paul, in a two-bed Victorian terrace in Sheffield. I’m addicted to Pinterest – it’s great for decorating ideas. THE LAST THING I BOUGHT……
H&M OLD FAVOURITES Give your home a traditional look with these classic Christmas designs AND MARY SNOW OWL DOORKNOB, £17.50 Jazz up a cupboard door with this quirky hand-painted porcelain knob. We love this gorgeous Snow Owl, but there are lots of other cute animals to choose from, too! GEORGE HOME TRYA FESTIVE TRAY Serve in style with these cheery designs 1 TEA TIME Snowflake tray, £3, George Home 2 NORDIC VIBE Scandi tray, £3, George Home 3 PRETTY PUD Christmas Pudding tray, £5, George Home NEXT RUSTIC CHARM Embrace the woodland vibe It’s the little touches that really make Christmas special, so add your own with these buys from Next. Wicker decorations checked fabrics and woodland animals make up this must-have range. TESCO MY FAVOURIT E BUYS 'I love…
My home ... ABOUT ME I’m Jayne Elliott, 42, a civil servant, and I live with my partner, Jonathan, 48, a civil servant, and my daughter, Nell, 13. MY HOME Home is a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Llantwit Major, the Vale of Glamorgan. The house was built in 1996 and I bought it from a friend in April 2012. WHEN I BOUGHT IT The house had the original decor, fixtures and fittings from when it was built almost 20 years ago. It was definitely time for a modern update and I wanted to put my own stamp on it. Thankfully, I didn’t need to carry out any building work or rejig the layout. AND NOW It’s a gorgeous white space throughout, layered with natural colours, textures and accessories. It feels…
LAYER TEXTURES Keep an all-white look like Jayne’s feeling warm and cosy with cushions, throws and rugs. City Cows are great for cowhide and reindeer rugs, and Ikea’s faux sheepskin Tejn rug, £10, is a smart buy. SOFTER SHADES White paint doesn’t have to be stark – play around with different shades to get the look you want. We love Marbles and Wood Smoke Claypaints by Earthborn, both from £32.70 for 2.5ltr. SIZE MATTERS An extendable dining table is a great idea if you like to entertain but don’t want a large table out all of the time. Ikea’s Ingatorp round table in White, £225, extends to seat six people – perfect for a family gathering.…
