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As we say goodbye to summer, now’s the time to hunker down for autumn and get cosy for the cooler months ahead. It’s my favourite time of year, when I can cuddle up on the sofa with my fur throw and watch the fire flickering (even if it is fake!). To get you in the mood, we’ve collected our top picks for autumn (page 12), and they’re all under £35! Our animal cushions are perfect for this time of year, too (page 48), and I know you’ll love our clever craft revamps on page 74. If you’re after a quick update, our 21 easy decorating ideas on page 54 will give your home a refresh without breaking the bank. And, don’t forget, it calls for colour when the weather gets…
Katie Poole ABOUT ME I’m 35 and I live with my husband Leo, 32, and our dog Shea. We live in a three-bedroom semi-detached in Staffordshire. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT WHILE RENOVATING YOUR HOME? Don’t buy something if you can’t envisage where it’s going to go. I constantly have a huge box of items that I haven’t found a place for yet. Jill Reece ABOUT ME I’m 57 and I live in a four-bedroom Victorian house in Liverpool with my partner Steve, 57, daughter Emma, 32, and three dogs. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT WHILE RENOVATING YOUR HOME? Always choose workmen that have been recommended by friends or family. That way, the quality of work will be up to the standard you’re looking for. Natalie Hydon ABOUT ME I’m 35, and…
#askSAH QI would love to try pastel shades in my kitchen but I’m not sure where to start. I don’t want the room to look too twee. Help! JENNY MULDOCH, IPSWICH If your kitchen cupboards are neutral, give the whole room a splash of gentle colour by installing soft pastel tiles behind the sink and oven – working as a splashback for both. Combine with a pastel-coloured Roman blind and pretty complementary accessories and you’ll have lifted the look of your kitchen without making any major changes. 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 crafty projects. Here’s one of our latest posts – a…
Help out hedgehogs It’s time to start preparing your garden for the coming winter, so get on top of things before the frosts come. Support wildlife during the colder months with a few simple steps; rake together a pile of fallen leaves at the end of the garden for hibernating animals or have a go at building your own hedgehog hibernation box. CHECK OUT A NEW SHOP Take a look at new interiors website Suburban Living. Sourcing inspiration from across the globe, this shop is a one-stop destination for all your interior needs. From furniture to home accessories, Suburban Living’s collections suit any style and every budget, with next-day delivery. Bonus! Visit suburbanliving.co.uk GET CREATIVE For a spooky Halloween, get crafty and try making your own eerie decorations. For more…
DUNELM Grey matters The new Elements range is stylish, chic and very now 3 of the best PICTURE FRAMES Beautiful enough to display on their own – and all from House of Fraser… Want it now! SNAP UP THIS SHADOW FLORAL MUG AND COASTER AND DRINK YOUR COFFEE IN STYLE H&M Snug style Choose cosy textures that'll warm you up this autumn VERY My favourite buys Get the urban look with sleek and stand-out accessories Cushion CORNER This month, we're all about luxury SAINSBURY’S Log cabin cool Go back to the wilderness with cosy fur, plaid and rustic buys ON MY RADAR Halloween Create a haunted house with spooky touches Buy it, style it! SPELL OUT A WORD OR SENTENCE WITH THESE COOL LIGHTS - YOU GET 6O…
COSY CORNER Group together a pick of your favourite finds in a corner, as @choppy_chic has done. Start with a side table or chair, and then add smaller accessories to tie the look together and add interest. Include a lamp to light up your display in the evenings. GO COASTAL Be inspired by the coast and style up a nautical corner in your bathroom just like@ornamentalelephant. Display shells and pebbles and bring in soft blues to add colour. Hints of rope or seaside motifs will help tie the look together. RUSTIC ROOM Channel a soft vintage-vibe by introducing pretty accessories and linens into your bedroom styling. @natyshas vintagehome has chosen dainty floral prints on her bedding and hung rustic wicker hearts around the bed for a country-themed finishing touch. FAB…
