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As spring settles in, I begin to look at how I can give my home a refresh. It’s the bright mornings and that new-lease-of-life feeling that really get my creative cogs whirring. So if, like me, you’re inspired to make a change in your home then try the decorating ideas we have packed into this issue. Our 8-page Bank Holiday special is brimming with inspiration for sprucing up your home over a long weekend – fab if you’ve been putting off any tasks during the winter (page 29). If you love colour then you’ll adore our vibrant living room look on page 42, as well as cover star Nicola’s living-dining room. She’s used pretty pink accessories to create a warm and welcoming vibe (page 38). I’m going to be busy…
LOUISE BAKER ABOUT ME I’m 39 and I live in a barn conversion in Hertfordshire with my husband and our daughter, Tillie. We redecorated the entire property in just three months, which I’m really proud of. MY HOME TIP Buy LED bulbs – they last longer than regular ones so don’t need changing as often. MY LATEST PROJECT… was upcycling a barley twist table. I sanded it then painted the top. EMMA MAPP ABOUT ME I’m 41 and I rent a 1930s three-bed flat in south west London with my partner, Stuart. I buy most of the things for my home from flea markets, antiques shops and Freecycle. MY HOME TIP Don’t be afraid to mix several styles together – not everything has to be uniform. MY LATEST PROJECT… was…
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DEBENHAMS FUN & FUNKY Go for striking modern pieces NEXT FOUR TEALIGHT HOLDERS, £7, NEXT These sweet and quirky tealight holders stack on top of one another when not in use. They’re really affordable and come in a set of four – get them while you can! ETSY 3 WAYS WITH STRIPES Update your home with these latest designs 1 IN LINE Cushion, £29.35, binkeeshop at Etsy 2 STARS &... Mug, £12.95, The Pot Bank at Etsy 3 MIX IT UP Painted wooden spoons, £9, Holly Horton at Etsy HOUSE OF FRASER GO FOR THE LUXE LOOK Choose grown-up sophisticated style If colour isn’t your thing but you love texture, then this organic theme is for you. The only hard part is deciding which of these fabulous buys to choose!…
My home... ABOUT ME I’m Lucy Levenson, 50. I’m a textile designer (lucylevenson.com) and I work from my studio in the cellar of our house. I live with my husband, David, 54, a photographer, and our daughter, Katy, 10. MY HOME We bought our mid 1800s end of terrace in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, in 2007. It used to be a pub serving canal workers, and it was converted into a house in 1967. WHEN I BOUGHT IT The house decor hadn’t been updated since the 1970s, although the kitchen had been extended. We gutted the whole place, had it rewired, replumbed, and totally redecorated. AND NOW It’s light and modern with a mixture of old and new furniture that complements the building’s original features, while my lively textiles add colour and…
Boosting your style credentials on a sofa or seating area can be as easy as adding a patterned cushion or two, especially if you’ve used neutral shades in the rest of the room. Whether you choose bold and bright colours, like Lucy has, or stick to simple pastels, it’s a quick way to update your space. Pick out accent colours from your decor and look out for cushions in those shades for a cohesive feel. Jazz up a modern white scheme with colour or add character to a country-style room with gingham or florals. Go on, treat your sofa or bed to a fab new look with our pick of the best patterned cushions starting from £4. Style secrets Check out our top tips for using patterned prints MIX &…
