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The last couple of weekends, I’ve woken up to sunshine and it’s given me a weird injection of energy toget stuff done. There’s nothing like sunlight to show up the dirt, so I’ve been running around dusting shutters and lampshades with inside-out sports socks on my hands, and clearing away the cobwebs with a broom wrapped in an old pillowcase, spritzed with spray cleaner (tricks I learnt working in hotel housekeeping, years ago!). Inspired by the ‘make-do-andmend’ attitude of our real homeowners in this issue, I’ve also stopped moaning on about my on-its-last-legs kitchen and got busy resticking and Plasti-koting the loose and chipped gloss vinyl, fixing the loose handles and rehanging the wonky doors. Looks almost as good as new! Turn to page 122 to see projects by other…
Give your bedroom a mini spring makeover by changing up your bedlinen to one of these fresh designs from Tesco. Whether you like geo, florals, nature or a classic stripe, there's something for everybody, so add a dose of prettiness to your trolley! 3 of the best… ACCENT CUSHIONS…
GEORGE HOME Desert oasis Escape to warmer climes with sun-baked shades, terrazzo prints and cactus motifs MORRISONS Folky florals Style a pretty country scheme using ditsy blossoms and patchwork prints MARKS & SPENCER Artisan blues Set a tranquil scene with indigo blues, botanical themes and painted ceramics IDEAL HOME AT VERY Global mono Create a modern scheme with copper accents and contrasting patterns…
BESPOKE KITCHENS AT MAGNET The new Magnet Create range gives you the luxury of a personalised kitchen without the eye-watering budget. With 20 paint-to-order options, and a range of handles and worktops, you can put your own spin on the Dunham or Soho designs. Opt for striking Forest Walk Green for an industrial chic finish. Asos launches homeware Joining the interiors market with in-house designs, Asos Supply features plenty of animal print, Aztec designs and graphic brushstrokes, with bedding, cushions and throws all £40 and under. Stock up on stylish baskets and bring on the boho with wall and plant hangers. GET SPACE-SAVING FURNITURE AT M&S Space, or lack of it, is always a hot topic, so we love the new Jones range at Marks & Spencer. Clean lines and…
So full-on summer may not have arrived just yet, but there’s no harm in getting your home ready for it and this bold, bright and beautiful trend will do just that. Think leafy botanical prints, tropical flowers and the odd jungle animal here and there, but dare to mix in more colour than your usual lush greens, by adding pink, yellow, orange and blue to create a riot of summery hues.…
1. Layer lustre Look for accessories with soft, reflective finishes, such as rose gold and iridescent. Precious minerals have ditched their hippy rep, so gold-trimmed agate and rose quartz will give a glam nod to nature. 2. Decorate with cherry blossom A couple of tall stems in white or soft pink will add a little Eastern-inspired minimalism and simple greenery to your room. 3. Add crisp, colourful bed linen Instead of vintage florals or chinoiserie designs, try a modern update with a large, painterly floral – it’s still feminine but hot fuchsia adds a bit of sass. 4. Finish with a touch of gold Look for golden finishes on furniture and accessories to give your simple scheme a little polish and shine. Oriental elegance GET THE LOOK…
