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I’m always sad that summer seems to be over before it’s even started, so this issue is all about squeezing out the last drops of the sunshine, with burger recipes galore, bug hotels to buy and outdoor jobs to do! I’ve been spending my hols getting stuff done at home – I spent a week painting my bedroom (it’s south-facing, so I’ve used a fresh mid-blue), finding a new dining table and doing my annual decluttering- and-reorganising binge, so I can start autumn cool, calm and collected. Until then, I’ll be indulging in a bit of pottering in the garden and turning my hand to a creative project or two – I’m loving the cork wall panel idea for a home office on p99. I don’t actually have a home…
Vickie Nickolls ABOUT ME I’m 36 and I live with my husband Trevor, 41, and daughter Grace, four, in a four-bed detached house in Buckinghamshire. WHAT’S YOUR BEST HOME DECOR TIP? Keep true to your own style – display items you love and personal items such as photos to show off your personality and make your home feel more individual. Bridgette Cooper ABOUT ME I’m 56 and I live with my husband Steve, 53, in a three-bedroom cottage in Staffordshire. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE SHOP? I love Dunelm, as it’s full of bright colours, practical solutions and coordinated accessories. It also stocks a selection of fabrics, sewing equipment, wool and ribbons – all useful for making your own items. Karl Grant ABOUT ME I’m 38 and I live in a former…
Bring the rustic, Scandi vibe into your home with Next's Bare & Beautiful range. Accessories, such as picture frames and lanterns, in a galvanised-metal finish are perfect for extending the summer months by filling your indoor spaces with pieces that have a nostalgic outdoor feel. 3 of the best… SCANDI-VINTAGE BUYS…
VERY Plum pleasures Midnight blacks, moody blooms and deep purples create this dramatic look HOMESENSE Graphic brights Mix pops of colour with tones of white and grey to create a cool bedroom NEXT Blue horizon Rich patterns and Mediterranean blues give this coastal look a vibrant feel DUNELM Mid-century elements Splashes of rich russet and ochre help carry your look into the new season Stylist at Home HAYLEY SAYS ‘The succulents in mugs would be a lovely quirky touch to have on display on an open kitchen shelf.’…
Dirt-repelling paint is here! Yup, you read that right, Dulux has invented a stain-proof paint! Easycare is 20 times tougher than standard emulsion and any liquid hitting it will simply bead and sit on the surface until you wipe it away. Available in more than 30 shades, including this Denim Drift, it starts at just £22.03 for 2.5ltr. 3 of the best... MELAMINE PLATES At first glance, these posh picnic plates may look like they’re made of china, but they’re actually melamine, making them perfect for any alfresco meal on the move, picnic in the park or barbecue on the beach. A cash-saving alternative to the real thing, you might even be able to nab a set in the sales, leaving more money to fill the hamper with…
Rattan has been giving our homes rustic charm since its 1970s revival – and this season it’s popping up in lots of new ways. So, whether your style is country or contemporary, or you prefer a cool, global look, these are the pieces to consider. Mix in metallic elements to industrialise the look or embrace a colour pop vibe to add contrast.…
