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I look forward to August every year – not just because it’s my birthday and I always have a big garden party, but because the flowers are in full bloom, the lawn’s lush green and the weather is bright and sunny – the perfect time for a celebration! If you’re thinking about alfresco entertaining, dip into our fab feature on page 120 – it’s packed with ideas. And if you’re after a tasty sponge recipe for a birthday, our surprise-cakes masterclass on page 116 is just what you need. As I’ve recently moved into my new house, I’ve been getting inspiration from all our readers’ homes and makeovers – especially Erica’s living room (p40), which I loved so much, I had to put it on the cover! Upcycling tends to…
Vickie Nickolls ABOUT ME I’m 35 and I live in a four-bedroom detached 1980s house in Buckinghamshire with my husband Trevor, 40, and our daughter Grace, 2. WHAT’S YOUR BEST HOME STYLE TIP? Stay true to your style, buy items you love, and display pieces with sentimental value, like family photos, as this gives your house personality and identity. Becky Jackson ABOUT ME I’m 29 and I own a three-storey, three-bedroom Edwardian townhouse in Banbury with my partner Andy, 37. WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? I’m really proud of our bathroom, as it’s a mixture of traditional and industrial style, which really suits the period of the house – and we did it all ourselves! Liz Nagle ABOUT ME I’m 35 and I live in a four-bed period home in…
Match made in heaven Annie Sloan has launched a brand-new collection of linens, designed to complement the shades of her existing Chalk Paint range. The fabrics are suitable for all upholstery projects and start from £29.95 per m. For more information and a full list of stockists, visit anniesloan.com OUT & ABOUT Make the most of the Great British summertime and arrange an overnight camping trip with friends and family. Check out pitchup.com to find a campsite nearby, or if you’re feeling less adventurous, set up a tent for the kids in the garden. Kit it out with sleeping bags, games, marshmallows, midnight snacks and torches to help set the scene. BERRY COOL If you’re hosting a garden party or just fancy a weekend treat, try making ice lollies. Mix…
#askSAH QI’m not the most creative sort, but would really like to give furniture upcycling a try. I’m not sure where to start. Any handy tips? LISA EVANS, VIA EMAIL Upcycling is one of the easiest, quickest and cheapest ways to update a room without having to do a total overhaul. You can easily pick up furniture from a charity shop, car boot sale or house clearance sale that’s perfect as a project. Try our chest of drawers makeover for beginners – download the step-by-step guide free from our blog, cushienumber.co.uk 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 get inspiration for your next makeover or project. Here’s one of our…
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When my husband Ben and I were looking to buy a house, we searched all over the West Midlands until we finally came across this property,’ says Aneesha. ‘I was brought up in this area, so my friends, family and work are all close by. This was the perfect place for us and our son, Jaiyan, although it needed a total overhaul – with the exception of the bathroom, which had just been installed. The house is located on a great street and we love the age of the building, plus the garden is a good size. Then, as soon as we saw the open-plan living room/dining area with its huge bay window, we were sold. There’s also the potential to extend in the future, if we ever choose to.…
