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I’m busy putting together my garden ‘to do’ list and its spin-off, the B&Q hit list, ready for my traditional May bank holiday Big Garden Sort-out. Not that I have a big garden, or am particularly green-fingered, but I just get a bit over-excited about summer coming! Even if you only have a balcony or window sill to green up, you’ll find loads of ideas in this issue. Flip to the back to find our favourite barbecues, dining sets and planters. Plus we’ve got tips for hanging baskets (I plant mine with herbs for salads and drinks), and a gorgeous reader garden where the owners have created areas for cooking, eating and lounging. Bringing the outside in is a huge trend, so to continue the green-and-pleasant feel indoors, turn to…
Andrea Smedley ABOUT ME I’m 43 and I’m doing up my four-bed period detached house in Scarborough – I blog about it at thecreativecoastalhome.com. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? My living room is a good size, with a period fireplace that’s calling out for a woodburner, and there’s scope for statement lighting, too. It needs work, but it has plenty of potential! Cat Lowe-Acton ABOUT ME I’m 33 and I live with my boyfriend Giles, 36, and our Jack Russell, Mabel, in a modern, two-bed coach house in Somerset. WHAT’S YOUR BEST MONEY-SAVING TIP? Go to auction houses if you’re looking for large pieces of furniture – it’s a great day out, and you can pick up some really solid pieces at bargain prices! Kate Insley ABOUT ME I’m 36 and…
Ashley Thomas's new range of melamine tableware has us yearning for the first alfresco lunch of the year! Adorned with flowers and painterly polka dots, it's perfectly practical. Just add Pimm's! 3 of the best… OUTDOOR DINING ESSENTIALS…
GEORGE HOME Havana daze Brighten your abode with exotic forms and gold accents JD WILLIAMS Cool coastal Let your creativity set sail with tranquil blues and maritime influences NEXT Mellow yellow Create a relaxed, retro vibe with shades of grey and sunny hues HABITAT Neo-geo Build a scheme with geometric forms and a Mid-Century-inspired palette Stylist at Home HAYLEY SAYS ‘I love how easy it is to update a room with high-street buys – you can get a whole new look on a budget.’…
Kelly Hoppen’s latest hits Design diva Kelly Hoppen has again teamed up with Graham & Brown to produce their third wallpaper collaboration, which incorporates the interior designer’s love of geometric pattern and texture. There are seven trend-led papers on offer, each costing £23 per roll. In muted colourways, including Geo Taupe and Khaki (shown), with subtle metallic accents, they’ll create a luxurious backdrop. Britain’s got (design) talent Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden has added a new string to her bow by designing an exclusive range of homeware for QVC. BundleBerry is a quirky and colourful collection of vintage-inspired pieces. And what’s more, each item features a hidden gold ladybird for you to find. See more at qvcuk.com. Did you know…? We think of Amazon as the go-to for books…
Give a room a girly update with these butterfly-inspired buys, for a look that’ll remind you of summer all year round. Keep it subtle with a butterfly-embellished accessory or two, or go big on the trend with a statement wallpaper or rug. They’ll look great with pretty pastels for a feminine, vintage-inspired look with country-style furniture, or you could use them to soften a glam look with blocks of deep colour, luxe textures and touches of polished metal.…
