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Amanda Burns ABOUT ME I’m 50 and I live in a Thirties four-bedroom house in Wirral with my husband Andy, 54, daughters Cordelia, 19, and Arabella, 12, and dogs Betty and Harry. WHAT’S YOUR LATEST PROJECT? My most recent upcycling project was painting an original Thirties walnut cabinet in a subdued silver shade – it looks wonderful. Kadie Cory ABOUT ME I’m 32 and live with my husband Jon and daughter Noa, one, in an early 1900s semi in Pontypridd. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? I really love our bathroom, as we drastically changed it from the original. We ripped out the old fittings and knocked a wall down in order to make space for a large shower and roll-top bath. Danielle Parisi ABOUT ME I’m 35 and I live in…
It’s been an expensive year for the Richmond family – which is only to be expected when you’ve moved into a new home – so we’re keeping Christmas to a tight budget. There’s nothing you can’t do with enough time and imagination, though! I’ve baked the Christmas cake myself (I’ve been injecting it with syringefuls of brandy since November…) and the littlest Richmonds and I have been making new decorations with air-drying clay and Christmassy cookie cutters. I should ’fess up, though, I did have a mini shopping binge at The Range, when I saw they had posh-looking feather-filled baubles for £1.29 that fit perfectly into my woodland theme! Oh, and fake snow to show up Santa’s footprints on the hearth. Wishing you all a happy holiday, SEND US YOUR…
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New rugs at Carpetright Looking for a stylish floor filler on a budget? The first rug collection from Carpetright has a range of 40 designs that have all the interior trends ticked off, from boho Berber designs, simple geometrics, bright florals and stripes to soft, shaggy plains and sisal. Transform a room in time for Christmas with added cosy-factor or a splash of colour. From £29.99sq m. Dunelm goes designer The new diffusion line Dunelm Discovers heralds home-grown design talent. Textile queen Jan Constantine’s hand-crafted embroidery designs are replicated on a range of textiles and ceramics; illustrator Jane Abbot’s botanical creations have been transformed into striking, painterly bedding, while Rachel Vosper’s indulgent scents are beautifully packaged in cut-glass and copper votives. THE COLOUR OF THE MOMENT Each year Dulux brings…
1.Reflect the light in style Choose mirrored furniture that has a touch of Art Deco opulence. The surface will reflect light, creating an illusion of extra space, while details like the crystal drawer knob add a glam finishing touch. 2. Go for a plush headboard For a timeless statement piece that offers comfort and style, choose a beautiful upholstered and buttoned headboard. Rich velvet in a delicate silver is a classic pick. Team with bedlinen in similar shimmering shades. 3. Add wow with feature lighting Hang a standout pendant above the bed for more grandeur. Crystal designs cascade twinkling rainbows around the room, while bedside lights in an antique glass finish add another layer to this opulent scheme. 4. Layer the bed with texture For a cosy feel that still…
Just like the shimmer of a dragonfly’s wings or a mermaid’s tail, this super slick trend features all the colours of the rainbow, each one dazzling as it catches the light. Add this lustre effect to your home with bold vases, cutlery and glassware to make a colourful statement. For an iridescent look that’s a little more subtle, opt for pearlescent pinks and purples – they have a softer feel, but look just as impressive.…
