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I’ve been biding my time and saving my pennies, ready for the first whiff of cold weather and an excuse to re-style the living room! My parents and I restored the fireplace back in April (we bought this place together), so it’s been standing idle all this time. I’ve already found a super-comfy armchair to put alongside Pa Richmond’s shabby old recliner next to the fire. All I need now is a rug, cushions, a throw and a teeny-tiny side table to stand a glass of wine on, and I’ll be ready for a winter of box sets and curling up with the cat. I’ve spotted loads of bits in this issue to add to my wish list. Some of them will be ‘falling’ into my trolley on the weekly…
Alice Byrd ABOUT ME I’m 33 and I live with my husband Chris, 33, and daughter Maggie, three, in a 400-year-old former manor house in Yorkshire. WHAT’S YOUR LATEST PROJECT? We carried out a top-to-bottom renovation of our home, which was a huge job, due to its history, and the fact it hadn’t been touched since the 1970s – woodchip everywhere! Liz Nagle ABOUT ME I’m 37; I live in a four-bedroom period house in Stockport with my husband Jay, 36, daughter Isla, five and son Teddy, two. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? I love our dining room – we’ve installed a woodburner and used an old beam for a mantelpiece. The floorboards are painted grey so we don’t need to worry about spillages! Rae Thompson ABOUT ME I’m 44 and…
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SAINSBURY ’S Nordic simplicity Mix soft Scandi shades with simple lines to create a harmonious look KALEIDOSCOPE Eastern opulence Add a touch of Oriental elegance with rich shades and gold accents HOUSE OF FRASER Global crafts Intricate textures and a muted palette give this decorative look a colonial feel IKEA Industrial loft Add metal and chrome to a mono scheme to create a study with a hipster vibe Style Maker BERNADETTE SAYS ‘Supermarkets are a great place to find current trends – you can be adventurous at a fraction of the price.’…
Ikea goes global The latest limited edition collection from Ikea, Eftertanke (above), has been produced with skilled artisans in the mountains of northern Thailand. It’s all handmade with local materials and techniques – think woven textiles and uneven pottery. Hurry before it sells out! Matalan lights the way We already love Matalan for its ability to deliver luxe pieces at affordable prices, but now we’ve fallen even harder – the store has just launched its new lighting range, and trust us, it’s gorgeous! The collection is based on popular trends, from modern country to urban elegance and Scandi style, so whether it’s pendants or chandeliers you’re after, you’ll find something to suit. Visit matalan.co.uk. WOOD YOU BELIEVE IT Online interiors store Made.com has joined forces with the V&A to create…
As Christmas is just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to get your seating sorted so that everyone’s comfy when they sit down to tuck into their turkey. But with so many options available, it can be hard to choose the right one for you – that’s why we’re here to help. Mix or match Buying a dining table and chairs as a matching set is often the more affordable option, as many retailers will offer a discount for a complete set as opposed to buying pieces individually. However, purchasing each item separately does offer slightly more flexibility, for instance if you want to mix and match styles, or if you prefer a combination of chairs with benches, or if you need to add any extra seating at a…
