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As I write, the sun is shining, the birds are tweeting and there’s a gentle breeze flowing through the door. I’m sat in my conservatory, soaking up the sunshine – our great British summer is on its way. And a good job, too, as this issue we’ve filled our pages with plenty to get your garden ready for alfresco dining, entertaining with friends or simply enjoying a good book. Head to page 53 and pick out an on-trend look for your outdoors. Plus, this issue’s Style School (p63) is full of gardening hints, including tips from Charlie Dimmock. Or if your conservatory needs a makeover, take inspiration from Georgia’s pretty floral and yellow scheme (p74), and be sure to invest in a new patio set (p78). If you’re thinking about…
Cat Dal ABOUT ME I’m 32 and I own a top-floor split-level flat in north London with my fiance Stuart, 32. WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? It has to be the kitchen-diner. This area is the heart of our home thanks to the large industrial table teamed with stylish, low-hanging Tom Dixon pendant lights, a fig tree, and walls painted in a rich green. Katie Budd ABOUT ME I’m 40 and I live with my husband Graham, 39, in a one-bedroom house in Hertfordshire. WHAT’S THE LAST THING YOU BOUGHT FOR YOUR HOME? I got the Allie storage stool from Habitat. As space is important in a small house, it’s a great way to store kitchen towels, and it also provides an extra seat for guests. Rachel Robinson ABOUT ME…
#askSAH QI live in a rented house and my walls are bare, how can I add some colour easily? JANE WILLIAMS, VIA TWITTER Firstly, lucky you! Having a neutral backdrop to work with is the best place to start, and it can easily be perked up with colourful accessories and soft furnishings. Whatever your budget, there are plenty of home decor buys that you can introduce – hang brightly coloured curtains, add scatter cushions, lay down a rug and display coordinating ornaments. And the best bit – everything can be taken with you when you move. Bonus! Got a burning styling question? Tweet it to our editor Lizzie @styleathomemag – she’s on hand with all the answers! This month… Like us on Facebook and share your style tips, makeovers and…
Be inspired Can’t decide on the right shade of paint? Download the My Room Painter app by Crown Paints to help you visualise how your room will look before opening the tin. Available for Apple and Android via Amazon. TRY NEW THINGS Head to your local Hobbycraft store to join in with a crafts workshop and try your hand at a new skill. With free activities and inspirational demonstrations taking place every weekend, as well as paid classes, there’s something to suit every creative talent! Whether you’re keen to join in with the Knit and Natter session or want to explore the art of calligraphy, check out your local store’s page at hobbycraft.co.uk to see what’s taking place in your area. REFRESH YOUR DECOR With summer just around the corner,…
GEORGE Exotic climes Add a quirky touch with South American-inspired finds Want it now! BRIGHTEN UP TEA TIMES WITH THESE CUTE AND COLOURFUL HEART-SHAPED SPOONS Heart teaspoons, £19 for four, Oliver Bonas MARKS & SPENCER Pretty picnic Pack up and head outdoors with this elegant Spring Blooms set 3 of the best PHOTO FRAMES Display your fave pic in a fab surround from Paperchase TALKING TABLES My favourite buys Throw a party – it's the perfect excuse to use these neon decs! Cushion CORNER Celebrate summer with these feel-good designs JD WILLIAMS Psst… new launch! Steal TV presenter Lorraine Kelly's style with her first homewares range ON MY RADAR Sweet birds Go all a-flutter over these beautiful buys Buy it, style it! PUT YOUR WHITE CROCKERY AWAY AND LIVEN THINGS…
There was a very simple reason for buying this house,’ says Sophie. ‘It was the only one that was big enough to fit my purple sofa into! I got the sofa before I’d even begun to view properties. But I had other requirements, too, and despite being plain, square and modern, this house fulfilled them all. I needed storage for my retro furniture and finds, so the garage was a huge bonus, and I wanted a garden with space for a studio displaying my stock, and rear access for customers, although they usually arrive at the front door and walk through the living room and kitchen. This means that everywhere has to look good all the time, which isn’t difficult as I’ve been collecting vintage and retro pieces since I…
